#10 Fixing the roof, outdoor furniture and hot water - Settling into our Italian farm

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  • Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
  • In January 2023 we bought a farm in Piemonte. This summer we handed over the keys of our house in The Netherlands and moved to Italy. This weeks video covers the start of our new life. Settling in, cleaning, clearing trees, creating outdoor furniture, making the bathroom functional and getting hot water, finally!
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  • @storiesfromthecascina
    @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +4

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  • @chriskiefel7735
    @chriskiefel7735 Рік тому +45

    I loved what you said at the end about nothings becoming something and also what you said about abundance. Staying in that place of gratitude and abundance opens things up. Happy Homemaking!

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +4

      thank you and yes, it's a beautiful and sometimes challenging state of being. 😊

  • @naomimeyers84
    @naomimeyers84 Рік тому +7

    I noticed in past videos when you gave us all a tour of your spaces and what was left behind. So many objects from the past, some wonderful and useful for repurposing and somethings perhaps not what you would consider useful to you. I love all that you've done so far and watching what you tackle to get comfortable and knowing that you'll settle in gradually and make it all worth while, because that's what time spent on what you love means. Thank you for the beautiful shots of the super moon. When it is full and so close to us, it feels even more mystical than usual.

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +6

      we have hardly thrown away anything beyond empty paint cannisters, broken plastic flower pots, mouldy matresses and and brittle garden hose. many many things will get another life chapter with us 😊

  • @daynight4902
    @daynight4902 10 місяців тому +1

    best

  • @seaview9948
    @seaview9948 Рік тому +21

    Your photography is really stunning and your musical choices or the just the beautiful sounds of nature, enhance the atmosphere and make it a joy to watch your videos. I really look forward to watching your progress in this beautiful part of the world!

  • @SteveAldred
    @SteveAldred Рік тому +18

    I really like how you film these videos. They take me back to my younger years when we would watch documentary films from the National Film Board of Canada. I enjoy how you just have the ambient sounds and when you add music, you let the ambient sounds stand out. The music you choose really compliments the story that you are telling. That looks like a great property and I hope you keep documenting your progress so we can follow the amazing work you're doing.

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому

      oh i'm so glad that our videos transport you back to your youth! thank you for sharing that 🥰

  • @dweamy1
    @dweamy1 Рік тому +14

    You are making great progress and I love watching what you are doing and look forward to further vlogs from you.

  • @lizstokes9091
    @lizstokes9091 Рік тому +14

    I love repurposing things and making old/unwanted items beautiful again...so I absolutely LOVE seeing what other people do with their so-called "junk".
    Looks fantastic there, I'd love to sit at that table with a glass of wine with you! 🥂

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +5

      there will be quite a lot more of "junk" repurposing in the (near) future 😊❤️

  • @debbieclark9333
    @debbieclark9333 Рік тому +7

    It’s not for everyone but I love the peace and tranquility of your property.

  • @arlenethomas8920
    @arlenethomas8920 Рік тому +7

    I do so love the format of your program. It’s one of the very few that I watch that I don’t flip quickly to the end to see what happened. .. Thanks for sharing. you have a beautiful property, beautiful buildings

  • @andrealandsburg8882
    @andrealandsburg8882 Рік тому +9

    You've done a lot! Bertus and Marijan did such a good job on the barn roof, and the interior stone work is beautiful! Love the outdoor dining table and cushioned lounge area. You should be so proud of yourselves! I worry about your feet without work boots tho...

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +2

      we fully understand and appreciate your worry about our feet ❤️. when working with heavy objects like stone or big machines we do (99,9% of the time) wear workboots. but in the middle of a heatwave and the reality of having an adhd brain, reality doesn't always end up being the ideal scenario all of the time.

    • @andrealandsburg8882
      @andrealandsburg8882 Рік тому

      @@storiesfromthecascina That wasn't a criticism, and I do understand about the heat and just wanting to get it done!

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому

      we didn't take it as such and your comment was much valued ❤️

    • @andrealandsburg8882
      @andrealandsburg8882 Рік тому

      @@storiesfromthecascina ❤

  • @paulettebarber7219
    @paulettebarber7219 Рік тому +7

    You have so many projects to do but every one completed adds a sense of satisfaction. The little things like a shower curtain make life just a little more comfortable. I loved the cushions and seat you made for in front of house. A place to rest and take in your beautiful views.

  • @yurikakristensen1777
    @yurikakristensen1777 Рік тому +6

    So true what you said at the end Issis. A soft place to rest after work. A place to eat in the shade and hot water!!!

  • @anne4083
    @anne4083 Рік тому +5

    Love your message at the end! So true we fill our lives with so much "stuff" that we don't really need!! And complicate oue life even more!! 🤗

  • @HubertusSchaper
    @HubertusSchaper Рік тому +6

    Hi Issis & Bertus, Nice seeing the progress from de diverse work moments, as it has to be step-by-step Things come to the place where they should be. well -Done 🇮🇹🇳🇱👍🏻🛠Greetings from the old Dutch Norwegian🇳🇱🇳🇴🙏🏻🍀☮😊.Hubertus.

  • @Leed216
    @Leed216 Рік тому +7

    Love the interior structure of the barn. They, the builders, like you used those things around them. The door you repurposed came out beautifully.

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +3

      yes, the builders of the barn and also the previous owners, they kept everything that could still prove useful in the future 😊

  • @NancysBungalowLife
    @NancysBungalowLife Рік тому +4

    Very much enjoyed this video! I am inspired by you both, and as we head to Abruzzo tomorrow from the US to visit our fixer-upper house, I am hoping we can get some things done as well. We only have a short time and our house needs a LOT of work. But it is a life project, not a race!

  • @heidibarlow6687
    @heidibarlow6687 Рік тому +3

    Love what you are doing❤ Watching from Utah

  • @shannonbailey8201
    @shannonbailey8201 Рік тому +4

    The table is really nice. I am glad you have hot water. You’re right about useful things many times they are the best. We live in a disposable world and we can do better.

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +1

      yes, we can do better ❤️ as soon as we let go of the pressure to do it perfect (or do nothing at all) there is space and opportunity for doing better 🥰

  • @charmingSaint
    @charmingSaint Рік тому +3

    In time will you have guest house for Travelers, volunteers ? enjoying your poetic voice.

  • @boytiti5446
    @boytiti5446 Рік тому +4

    How many beautiful guests you have in your garden, they are super cute

  • @southloupriverhomestead4696
    @southloupriverhomestead4696 Рік тому +4

    I really enjoy your videos! So well done!

  • @ledahl9
    @ledahl9 Рік тому +3

    Lovely message at end, and so true. You both have a wonderful canvas with which to work.

  • @nizethpretorius2400
    @nizethpretorius2400 Рік тому +1

    You must be careful with your hair loose and working with machines. I have seen video of a girl getting seriously injured. Love how you work together. In afrikaans we say "skrop nes" referring to chickens nesting.

  • @anitawoods7174
    @anitawoods7174 Рік тому +2

    Love your vlogs. The table turned out beautiful.

  • @bertinevandenoever9670
    @bertinevandenoever9670 Рік тому +2

    prachtige beelden weer! en gaaf om te zien hoe jullie iets moois maken van wat er al aanwezig is!

  • @scotloop
    @scotloop Рік тому +1

    Onwijs leuk om te volgen dit :) Maar let aub op met los haar en machines 19:38 dit kan heel slecht aflopen (a)

  • @soniawoolley366
    @soniawoolley366 Рік тому +3

    Love to c the chainsaw making huge improvements outside - nothing worse than trees in the way of you when walking or tree roots moving walls and foundations ...

  • @williamkauffman5745
    @williamkauffman5745 Рік тому +2

    big change

  • @lozinozz7567
    @lozinozz7567 Рік тому +2

    I’m loving your organic approach to renovating. I believe you need to live in a room before you know how it needs to work. Your videos are very calm and relaxing too ❤

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +2

      thank you! and yes, we need to live in a room/house too to know how it needs to work - and what the room/house wants and needs.

  • @poodlegirl55
    @poodlegirl55 Рік тому +2

    Great progress. That young guy who is helping you has gotten a lot of yard work done. What a great help for you two, it must be overwhelming. I was just looking at pictures from seven years ago when we moved into this house and remembering how it felt to just try and get it livable.

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +1

      ah yes it does get overwhelming sometimes, but there is only the next step towards the next goal. every other worry in your mind is distraction 😊

  • @lagringa7518
    @lagringa7518 Рік тому +2

    You have so many wonderful and handy things left on your property that it will fun to come up with creative and useful solutions to help make your new daily life more livable.... brava!

  • @louisefourie5846
    @louisefourie5846 Рік тому +2

    Nicely said your last dialog. Appreciate the thing that is already available. Nothing becoming something. My hubby got his own saying: we make do with what we have.

  • @alisoncoomber3698
    @alisoncoomber3698 Рік тому +3

    It’s the little things that make a house a home ❤️❤️ the table is gorgeous x

  • @marthaollis5049
    @marthaollis5049 Рік тому +1

    Love your videos. Please put in English subtitles/ captions. I don't hear well. I miss so much when there are no captions.

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +2

      it sometimes takes youtube a few hours to generate subtitles. feel free to check back tomorrow. (doing subtitles manually is currently too much work for us on top of the 2 full workdays we spend on editing them - hopefully in the future when we get faster at editing we will be able to provide our own subtitles).

  • @patmacfadzen7718
    @patmacfadzen7718 Рік тому +2

    It is wonderful to watch you bring formerly loved pieces back to a useful life. Great on ya!

  • @beverlymurray6554
    @beverlymurray6554 Рік тому +2

    Great progress!

  • @e.m8784
    @e.m8784 Рік тому +1

    Liked Gamma oil polish!

  • @charlotteglascock1132
    @charlotteglascock1132 Рік тому +2

    Blessed. I know the feeling; your perspective has changed.

  • @albertkassenaar7735
    @albertkassenaar7735 2 місяці тому +1

    Een genot om naar te kijken !!

  • @elizabethhageman7822
    @elizabethhageman7822 Рік тому +2

    Beautiful!

  • @ohcrapwhatsnext
    @ohcrapwhatsnext Рік тому +1

    The sphinx, or hawk moth are out in my lavender this year. I have not had them here ever and there are lots.

  • @peterwerrenrath1112
    @peterwerrenrath1112 2 місяці тому +1

    Great attitude!

  • @sarahhudleston832
    @sarahhudleston832 Рік тому +3

    That wasp spider is beautiful! Great shot!

  • @ableaquariums5480
    @ableaquariums5480 2 місяці тому

    Having come to the channel from “The Story Of One Year” I miss the exposition that was present in that video. I wish there was more explanation of what was happening, the why and the how. Not a “how to” at all but a rationale for what is taking place. Also wish there were subs for non-English language sections since you have chosen English as the language for your work. You have a wonderful way with words when you do share. You also have a natural eye with the camera. This is great work you are sharing. Thank you from someone who can no longer dream.

  • @sarahofer4368
    @sarahofer4368 Місяць тому

    This wonderful channel deserves 100K subs, ASAP!

  • @kimstewart2344
    @kimstewart2344 Рік тому +1

    Hi, from NY, USA. I like your videos, enjoying the fixing up and scenery.

  • @wendysalter
    @wendysalter 7 місяців тому +1

    Three elegant additions and one super luxury, you're making real progress. With the beautiful Mother Nature adding her divine touch.

  • @nabil200131
    @nabil200131 Рік тому +2

    Always a pleasure . Thank you again for sharing .

  • @anitaferrari5527
    @anitaferrari5527 15 днів тому

    Very creative!
    Mark and I love the scenery.
    May we ask, who is operating the drone?
    All of the photography is done so well!
    You know what’s really refreshing?
    That the two of you are just so darn pleasant. Very down-to-earth people. Nothing posh or pre-staged .
    The two of you obviously have skills.
    It’s clear you appreciate each other as you work.

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  15 днів тому +1

      The drone is operated by Bertus. He just loves running outside when the weather is stunning and have a peek above the clouds.

  • @malaikatheclassicist
    @malaikatheclassicist Рік тому +1

    Jullie video's zijn enorm rustgevend en inspirerend. Ik ben ontzettend benieuwd naar de toekomst!

  • @CarolHenning-pk6ih
    @CarolHenning-pk6ih 3 місяці тому

    Ur house is going 2 be a stunner one day keep going❤❤❤

  • @billdevanney130
    @billdevanney130 Рік тому +1

    Your beautiful camera work, stunning countryside, amazing buildings and calm, lovely demeanour has me entranced. I so look forward to the next post. Great work, thanks for the posts.
    ( Australia)

  • @cece624
    @cece624 Рік тому +1

    All your videos are a joy to watch. 🎉 Love how, at the end, you documented the August 1, 2023 super moon!! Awesome!!
    Thanks for sharing. 😊

  • @lindabrooks8242
    @lindabrooks8242 Рік тому +1

    I love everything about this video, but particularly, the words You spoke at the end. Thank You!

  • @TAG993
    @TAG993 Рік тому +1

    Looking forward to your next post. Thanks for sharing. I to loved what you spoke in your ending this installment. Not everyone has that state of mind. The both of you are far ahead of many!

  • @lem12000
    @lem12000 Рік тому +1

    Jaaay hot water

  • @shannonlynne1558
    @shannonlynne1558 Рік тому +1

    The worst thing about your videos is when they end. 😢 I love the blue tile in your bathroom. It looks like you may be thinking to paint it darker above the tile and that would look stunning. 🎨😊

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +1

      thank you for your lovely words ❤️ and yes, we're going for a sage green on the walls in the bathroom, slightly darker than the blue tile.

  • @elizabethstreeter2145
    @elizabethstreeter2145 Рік тому

    Do you not have to worry about ticks and Lyme diese where you live especially when you see the deer. I hope not . I worry when I see you walking around b with out leg coverings in long grass, great work you have done so far.

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +1

      ticks are most numerous here in may/june when the grass is still juicy and green. we do check for ticks daily, just to be sure.

  • @MartinaMencarelli
    @MartinaMencarelli Рік тому

    Hi! I really lile your videos! But in this one there's no subtitles and I need them! Thank you 😅😅

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +1

      it's apparently taking youtube a bit longer than usual to generate the subtitles! so sorry for that. i hope they will be there when you check back later/tomorrow.

  • @HoosierInUtah
    @HoosierInUtah Рік тому

    🔥 Hot 💦 Water baby!! ✨

  • @webweb-p2s
    @webweb-p2s Рік тому

    PLEASE IF POSSIBLE TO HAVE THE SUBTITLES AND THE AUTOMATIC TRANSLATION ACTIVATED

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому

      they are activated but for some reason that we cannot help youtube is not generating them on this video. 🤷‍♀️

  • @ronaldlucas5360
    @ronaldlucas5360 2 місяці тому

    Enjoyed ✔️

  • @donataj2213
    @donataj2213 7 місяців тому

    Living and renovating in such a remote location forces one to be creative, and every thing done thanks to one's own ideas and abilities is doubly pleasing. You have a great gift for capturing the beauty of views, wonderful shots.

  • @paliofoufoutos
    @paliofoufoutos Рік тому

    Δέν υπάρχουν υπότιτλοι ...
    (There are no subtitles... )

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +1

      it sometimes takes youtube a while to generate the subtitles. feel free to check back tomorrow ❤️

  • @lieuwina
    @lieuwina Рік тому

    That was a very good idea making a table out of the door and it came out beautifully. What you said at the end of the video is quiet true and I can not wait to watch the continued progress you both are doing. Hope are settling in a little more now. Have a lovely day.

  • @damdekmyhomeដំដែកផ្ទះខ្ញុំ

    This wonderful to watch thank you for share the new idea

  • @joycepayne3505
    @joycepayne3505 6 місяців тому

    Pull your hair up. Ponytail. Get it out of your way

  • @ElGwapo1927
    @ElGwapo1927 Рік тому

    Idyllic, but a lot of work ahead. Good luck

  • @Nancy-j8o1t
    @Nancy-j8o1t 2 місяці тому

    🦌💕

  • @davideborgna4918
    @davideborgna4918 Рік тому +1

    Grandi lavori 😅, bravissimi 💪💪👋

  • @annbottelli5682
    @annbottelli5682 Рік тому

    Be very careful with saws and strimmers in the hot weather, they can start a fire!

  • @myla2102
    @myla2102 Рік тому

    Sous titre indisponibles😢

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому

      we will double check if we enabled them but sometimes it takes youtube a little while to generate them ❤️

    • @myla2102
      @myla2102 Рік тому

      @@storiesfromthecascina ☺️

  • @foggyqubti6288
    @foggyqubti6288 Рік тому

    ❤❤

  • @coby6417
    @coby6417 Рік тому

    🌟👏👍🍀💐

  • @UmaAuroville
    @UmaAuroville Рік тому

    🥰❤🙏

  • @georgejones4379
    @georgejones4379 Рік тому

    Bertus seems to pose a lot and not in a hurry to gets work done. Remember... winter is around the corner.

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +1

      🦧🐇🦉🦄

    • @LoraEwinaga
      @LoraEwinaga Рік тому +3

      it's quite hilarious that you feel the need to use your virtual whip 😂

    • @georgejones4379
      @georgejones4379 Рік тому

      Someone has to crack the whip.@@LoraEwinaga

    • @LoraEwinaga
      @LoraEwinaga Рік тому +2

      if whip cracking is your thing, there are other places on the internet that cater to that specifically 🤷‍♀️

    • @janeandclementine
      @janeandclementine Рік тому

      Love the pallet lounger. How inventive and inviting!

  • @sharong8511
    @sharong8511 Рік тому +5

    Your ability to envision what you can do with what you have is refreshing. It’s nice to not see you unboxing numerous items of cheaply made crap from wherever. I love the beveled glass in the mirror in your bathroom, and I love how you used the old and beautiful door to create an outdoor table. You are my kind of people.
    I’m a recent viewer and I know this is the channel for me. May I ask if the younger fellow who was up on the barn roof is family? I will go back and watch the other videos and of course will learn more about you. I was pleased to see him wearing proper working boots and safety gear when using the chainsaw. My father was a woodworker and his union insisted on steel toed boots and hard hat etc. He was 35 years accident free.

    • @storiesfromthecascina
      @storiesfromthecascina  Рік тому +4

      aaah i'm so glad you found us! thank you for all your kind words. the young fellow 😊 is a very good friend! you could say, part of our chosen family ❤️

    • @sharong8511
      @sharong8511 Рік тому +1

      @@storiesfromthecascina
      Yes, I have a big brother now so I understand and love the term chosen family. I grew up in a family of four girls and I always wanted a brother. At 60+ I now have one! He is kind, thoughtful and very, very funny. I shall watch some of the other videos this morning.