We Bought a $50K Cabin & Built an Off-Grid Homestead in 3 Years (start to finish timelapse)

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  • @Vanwives
    @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1251

    3 years in one video. Thank you all for coming along on this journey with us 💛

    • @moavdi756
      @moavdi756 6 місяців тому +19

      Can’t believe I’ve been with you for all the adventures! U2 = ❤
      Can’t wait to see how the cabin progresses. From the beginning you’ve had goals and realized them. I’ve learned so much watching you build, landscape, grow plants, paint, and figure out the toilet 🚽 issues. 😂 Thank you for all the videos! XOXO 😘 Mo & Phil 😻

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +16

      @@moavdi756Happy to have you and Phil with us on our journey. We appreciate all your kind words. Here’s to many more years 💛

    • @rogierbanis
      @rogierbanis 6 місяців тому +4

      Love it❤

    • @arlenesolis024
      @arlenesolis024 6 місяців тому +8

      ❤❤you guys as always are inspiring ❤❤

    • @sherrywisler3718
      @sherrywisler3718 6 місяців тому +8

      Three years!! You have accomplished so much. I enjoy my Sunday with you. Can’t wait to see what you do to the old cabin on the new property.

  • @oceanwoods
    @oceanwoods 6 місяців тому +1623

    You two are the highest examples for humans and women, of how determination, bravery, perseverance, and positivity, can lead to incredible achievements.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +70

      Wow those are huge accolades, you filled up our hearts Ocean. Thanks for sharing with us. 💛🐶

    • @bridgetteapolionia4759
      @bridgetteapolionia4759 6 місяців тому +17

      Yes, this right here. I so agree. I've been watching yall since before yall bought the cabin. And to watch all the work yall put in to all this is amazing and inspiring. All while you still enjoy your life. I wish you guys the best in life and can't wait to see all you have planned for property #2. Yall definitely have a lifetime pack member here.

    • @tammyferraro6478
      @tammyferraro6478 6 місяців тому +16

      And filming and editing all at the same time!!!

    • @waynekaminski5438
      @waynekaminski5438 6 місяців тому +7

      100% in agreement. Both women have discovered new skills and a huge amount of confidence with each new project they tackle. They work so well together as a committed couple. Let's give a shout-out to all who have helped along the way, especially for Porter. The cabin and grounds are a total transformation. Can't wait to see the work done on the second property next door and what will take place down in Baha, Mexico.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +4

      Thank you Bridgette, so happy to have you as a lifetime pack member.💛🐶

  • @ashlyn5599
    @ashlyn5599 3 місяці тому +59

    watching this as a 17 year old who’s always wanted to live off grid, this gave me so much joy and hope watching you two work and grow your lives together. i really hope i can find someone who shares love like you guys willing do this with me🤞

  • @DiggidyD
    @DiggidyD 5 місяців тому +564

    As a tradesman myself, this is very impressive work! One day I wish my wife and I can build our homestead together in the future :)

  • @callingrantham2553
    @callingrantham2553 5 місяців тому +368

    Man I'm a suburban dad , automotive tradesmen, one day i wish to have the balls and skills you two have to do this for my family.
    Amazing!

    • @Jupizero
      @Jupizero 4 місяці тому +13

      And money !

    • @eldderkingsmartz2486
      @eldderkingsmartz2486 4 місяці тому +13

      @@Jupizero
      If he didn’t mention MONEY is because he has it.

    • @tooslow4065
      @tooslow4065 4 місяці тому

      @@eldderkingsmartz2486 people that have money dont talk about doing stuff, they just go do it. thats how everyone knows you dont have it.

  • @noonecares616
    @noonecares616 3 місяці тому +31

    There is nothing more beautiful than watching two people in love doing something they love together.

  • @kikik66
    @kikik66 6 місяців тому +505

    I confess I never watched your vanwives series when you were in your van. I started watching you the day you pulled up to this cabin. I’m so glad I found your channel and it’s been so fun to watch the transformation.

  • @nzlemming
    @nzlemming 6 місяців тому +153

    When we watch it week to week, it's like "Cool. What's next?". When you put it in a single vid covering three years, it really brings out the magnitude of what you've achieved. Congratulations to both of you,

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +12

      So true! We are so happy to have this video on so many levels.💛🐶

    • @vaquerareggaetonera
      @vaquerareggaetonera 3 місяці тому

      How much was the whole transformation?

  • @lonewolf6997
    @lonewolf6997 6 місяців тому +344

    These talented women saved thousands of dollars doing it themselves!!! Bravo girls!!

    • @Dikomanis
      @Dikomanis 5 місяців тому +16

      🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

    • @lexistacymusicofficial
      @lexistacymusicofficial 5 місяців тому +32

      @@Dikomanisyou think a clown emoji is doing something

    • @orlandorodriguez446
      @orlandorodriguez446 5 місяців тому +13

      What they are saying is that they didn't do it themselves it's called video editing to make it look like they did

    •  5 місяців тому +13

      ​@@orlandorodriguez446yes im sure you of all people would know

    • @LailaniMessina
      @LailaniMessina 5 місяців тому +16

      @@orlandorodriguez446so they edited themselves doing all the work THEY DID DO 🤔 THAT IS THE REAL TALENT 🤦🏻‍♀️ OBVIOUSLY they had SOME help since they’re not electricians or plumbers lol smh the original commenter MEANT WTF HE SAID ! THEY DID SAVE THOUSANDS BY DOING A LOT OF THE WORK THEMSELVES 💪🏼❤️

  • @isperih777
    @isperih777 5 місяців тому +36

    just came from a video from a lady & her kids in the uk living the dream on a house boat she build her self, to two waitresses and their dogs making dreams come true with a small cabin. live is good! :)

  • @BarbellThor
    @BarbellThor 4 місяці тому +737

    Where tf do people get the money?

  • @cindyharvey8493
    @cindyharvey8493 6 місяців тому +448

    I am a 68 year old grandmother and I admire you two so much! There is nothing you cannot do and the love and respect you have for each other is beautiful ❤

    • @scrossan6874
      @scrossan6874 6 місяців тому +8

      Oh my yes ! I definitely second that emotion.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +22

      Awe Cindy thank you for your kind words. We are lucky to have each other. 💛🐶

    • @TakeTheRide
      @TakeTheRide 6 місяців тому +3

      They can't make a baby between the two of them.

    • @Penpen2024
      @Penpen2024 5 місяців тому +8

      They have dogs they don’t need a gross
      Baby anyways lol. It ain’t all
      About making babies ,
      You love whom
      You live in life regardless of being able
      To help w over population of the planet lol… juuust sayn.

    • @Penpen2024
      @Penpen2024 5 місяців тому

      Err love whom you love in life stupid auto correct ha.

  • @wadellanagai2020
    @wadellanagai2020 6 місяців тому +81

    You ladies have come along way. My wife and I are in our 60s now and was doing men dominated jobs when women was looked down on. Not to mention being gay. It makes us smile to see you two not being afraid to challenge yourselves. Love it, woman power.

    • @harper5378
      @harper5378 6 місяців тому +11

      What a nice comment! Made me smile. All the best to you and your wife ❤️

    • @rainbomg
      @rainbomg 4 місяці тому +8

      You built this world where women can do this. *You* gave us this. Thank you.

  • @christahardy5944
    @christahardy5944 10 днів тому +1

    This is this first video I’ve watched on this channel. The love, the passion, energy and enthusiasm…not to mention the power of woman….hypes me the hell up. This is awesome

  • @mullumadaan
    @mullumadaan 4 місяці тому +5

    Thank you for not cheaping out on anything and make it actually like a regular home, tons of people move to "Cabin" only to take shit in the outhouse and so much more that i can't imagine ever doing. This was truly a life anyone can live moving from cities.

  • @Z3non51
    @Z3non51 6 місяців тому +152

    Shout out to Porter who really supported you throughout the your build. Honestly, dude is a legend!
    What you guys have achieved is incredible!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +23

      We love Porter! We have a true friendship with him now. 💛🐶

    • @nixmsmith
      @nixmsmith 5 місяців тому +2

      ​@Vanwives lol

  • @kiwibean5586
    @kiwibean5586 6 місяців тому +113

    Jazz, "I'm never roofing again!!" Cut to a few years later, and Crystal and Jazz are helping @ambitionstrikes build their roof. I am beyond amazed to see you all work through the frustration, tears, and injuries to build an amazing home.

    • @mrs.p6128
      @mrs.p6128 6 місяців тому +8

      And, them roofing their second cabin! They’re unstoppable 🙂

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +14

      Right! Never say never”.
      I really did believe it at the time. 🤩🐶

  • @kidlitwriter64
    @kidlitwriter64 6 місяців тому +65

    Even more amazing than your beautiful property and home is your positive attitudes! Not to mention all the camera work and editing. You two shine bright!!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +2

      Thank you for sharing with us. Your words inspire us every day. 💛🐶

    • @Dikomanis
      @Dikomanis 5 місяців тому

      🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

  • @kenklosowski2927
    @kenklosowski2927 4 місяці тому +6

    I’m speechless after watching this. Words can’t describe how impressive this is, and the fact you both basically did it all yourselves is quite amazing. Cheers to you both!!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  4 місяці тому

      Thank you for watching :)

  • @brittmccann
    @brittmccann 5 місяців тому +3

    You gals are seriously winning at life more than anyone I've seen on UA-cam EVER!!!! I actually cried a couple times. Very inspirational!!!!! You both have a gift and are blessed beyond words.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  5 місяців тому

      This is sooooo sweet. Thank you so much for watching 💛💛💛

  • @Stoney_Snark
    @Stoney_Snark 6 місяців тому +83

    I can’t believe it’s been 3 years. That makes it about 5 since I started watching you two (you four!). From a van in Mexico to two properties in Canada and another in the works in Mexico. Vanmoguls!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +10

      Aww thank you for watching our adventures from the beginning. So happy to have you in our pack. 😊🐶

    • @Dikomanis
      @Dikomanis 5 місяців тому

      🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

  • @whalleyish
    @whalleyish 6 місяців тому +49

    The Pack Estate is something that you can take so much pride in done with sweat and pride and love with so much attention to details luv you ladies

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +3

      Wow thank you !! 💛 🐶

    • @whalleyish
      @whalleyish 3 місяці тому

      It’s still Bobby for the excavator because when it goes for a load it bobs try bobbing and think of the excavator love you ladies

  • @oceanwoods
    @oceanwoods 6 місяців тому +25

    As you transformed the cabin, it inspired me to transform my life.
    I was as broken inside, as that cabin, and now almost as cozy.
    Here’s to forward!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +6

      Aww, we are so happy to hear that you are doing well now! Let’s cheers to forward. 😊🐶

    • @PrincessJamiG
      @PrincessJamiG 6 місяців тому +1

      Aw, proud of you!

  • @elsienorback7689
    @elsienorback7689 13 днів тому +1

    You girls are my hero’s! You did so much within the 3 years. Loved watching every episode and all your amazing progress each week. You two have accomplished so much. Hats off to the two of you, plus all the others who contributed to getting things done.

  • @mysticblau3.240
    @mysticblau3.240 4 місяці тому +32

    Usually I start falling asleep to these type of videos but this was fun watching. You gals crushed it

    • @jennyjonander1767
      @jennyjonander1767 3 місяці тому

      The are also non stop screaming to express their feelings instead of actually put them into words 😂 that can stop u from falling a sleep!

  • @emmettmc9661
    @emmettmc9661 6 місяців тому +23

    Amazing how much you two have done in three years. It is such a great feeling when you look back at what you have accomplished and now can enjoy and share with others.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +3

      You said it Emmett! When we looked back and put this video together we were very emotional and so proud of ourselves. 😊🐶

  • @rzrabbit
    @rzrabbit 6 місяців тому +61

    You two ladies are Incredibly Hard Working, I don't see Anything you two Cannot accomplish together. What a Beautiful homestead you've created for yourselves. Absolutely Beautiful.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +4

      Thank you for being part of our pack. 😊🐶

    • @Dikomanis
      @Dikomanis 5 місяців тому +1

      🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

    • @Kokichi_is_a_liar
      @Kokichi_is_a_liar 5 місяців тому

      ​@@Dikomanis>=(

  • @nicothenatural
    @nicothenatural 6 місяців тому +187

    Jaz, your editing skills are amazing 🤌🏻 I love how you select the music to match the content. It's clear you love Crystal, Bella, and Izzy and it shines through everything you do.
    It makes me so happy to see such genuine love and joy 🥰 ya'll deserve all the good in life 🫂🐕🐕

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +22

      Thank you for sharing with us! I really appreciate all the kudos.
      This was a huge and exciting video to put together.
      I really do love my family and I am so happy that you can feel that love. Appreciate you watching every week 💛💛💛💛

    • @theresaroper1165
      @theresaroper1165 6 місяців тому +12

      OMG! I just queried about editing and music!! Their videos are soooooo crazy professional! My #1 fave youtubers!

    • @lourdeswaite9465
      @lourdeswaite9465 6 місяців тому +7

      Watched every single one of these videos! What an inspiration!!!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +4

      @@lourdeswaite9465Thanks for being a dedicated pack member. 💛🐶

    • @boroboys7569
      @boroboys7569 5 місяців тому +3

      I was looking for a comment about the editing.. Idk the channel at all and this is my first video, but the editing is absolutely spectacular!

  • @SilentNoise1780
    @SilentNoise1780 5 місяців тому +23

    Just discovered your channel through the UA-cam rabbit hole, and have to say that you girls have absolutely killed it! Just WOW! Absolutely a dream property. Very inspiring! It's something that I dream of being able to do.

  • @lightfighter540
    @lightfighter540 5 місяців тому +2

    This landed on my feed and I'm so thankful. What a ride this 1 hour was. I'm sure y'all are soo proud of what you built together. Thank you so very much for sharing !!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  5 місяців тому

      So happy it landed on your feed! Thank you for spending an hour with us 💛

  • @101doreen
    @101doreen 6 місяців тому +47

    Thx for the trip down memory lane. That's when we fell in love with #Porter, remembering how making the stairs made you cross eyed, the love, blood, sweat and tear on your magical journey to your permanent home. You should feel proud and accomplished. Thank you for sharing your life with us. 💛

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +4

      Wow thank you for sharing you beautiful words. We all love Porter. 💛🐶

  • @jimblack8027
    @jimblack8027 6 місяців тому +29

    Assuming it took 1 hour of editing to produce 1 minute of presentable material, the production of this "highlights" video is as impressive an undertaking as any of your others. Whew!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +9

      You’re pretty well spot on haha! It was a massive edit and took quite some time to sift through. Thank you for watching 💛🐶

  • @monicasgh68
    @monicasgh68 6 місяців тому +19

    Wow 3 years flew by! So cool seeing the whole process broke down in 1 video. You ladies are amazing and such an inspiration. It has to be surreal for you to watch this now and see the amount of work you put in. Hugs to Bella and Izzy

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1

      You are so right, Monica...Editing/ watching this video come together was very emotional for us. We are so happy we have this recap. Thanks for your kind words.💛🐶

  • @evotech
    @evotech 4 місяці тому +4

    i think making the place the place a nice place that you want to be first, and prioritising it in between "practical" steps is very important and somethign that many homesteaders ignore.

  • @benwatkins-s5v
    @benwatkins-s5v 5 місяців тому +4

    Absolutely blown away by you two. What incredibly talented and driven people. You’ve created magic there.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching the whole journey 💛

  • @lrobie123
    @lrobie123 6 місяців тому +28

    so nice that you all have not defected to those other social media sites where so much content is fake for monetizing clicks. youtube videos are a lot of work.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +4

      Thank you. We love doing our videos 💛

  • @nickymatharu
    @nickymatharu 6 місяців тому +36

    i have just watched the entire video of your journey to complete your dream cabin. I cannot tell you how proud and amazed at your determination, hard work and the love between you two in completing your journey. I'm a 67 year old woman who was in the construction industry for about 40 years. Not in the doing, but the managing of the projects from start to finish. I'm retired now and live in the Bahamas with my husband (who is still in the construction industry). He is a master carpenter. I think what you have accomplished is amazing! I can't do much these days because of mobility issues, but am in awe of how hard you have worked and what an amazing job you did. I wish you continues success as the years go on and will follow you both (of course). Stay well, stay together and God bless you both!!😘😘👋🙏

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +3

      Thank you for caring and sharing with us. So happy to have you in our pack. 💛🐶

    • @Dikomanis
      @Dikomanis 5 місяців тому

      🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

  • @thirtynine3955
    @thirtynine3955 6 місяців тому +105

    So I wasted 3 years watching when I could have just waited for this??? 😂😂😂
    Y'all have done an awesome job!!!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +20

      Hahaha thank you 💛💛

    • @twngrl1625
      @twngrl1625 6 місяців тому +8

      I watch a few channels on here and love watching women do what ever it takes to make it happen is very inspiring. You gals should be very proud of your self what you accomplish

  • @Shonierose
    @Shonierose 5 місяців тому +3

    So many memories packed into that hour! It's been an honor and a pleasure to be allowed to follow your journey all along the way.

  • @n8h2o97
    @n8h2o97 5 місяців тому +3

    Your positive mental attitude will get yall to go far, that and your unbelievable skill set for two people, it's amazing. I wish I held that amount of knowledge. Great work.

  • @dartmoordave
    @dartmoordave 6 місяців тому +25

    Notwithstanding all the skills you now have, the experience to tackle the more complex parts of construction, I think one of the biggest achievements is you did it all without serious injury. Other than Crystal busting her ankle off the veggie bed, handling all that material and machinery is a talent in itself. Well done. Stay safe.

  • @jeannieeckelman64
    @jeannieeckelman64 6 місяців тому +15

    I have such respect for every step you took on this journey. I will be showing this to my granddaughters and grandson. You can do ANYTHING! I wish I was 30 years younger! This is right up my alley!

    • @rainbomg
      @rainbomg 4 місяці тому

      Yeah man, nothing beats youth when it comes to projects like this. I wish my body worked, or I at least had a way to accept what it _can_ do and stop lamenting my inability to do more

  • @maksymprykhodko
    @maksymprykhodko 6 місяців тому +13

    This is the best renovation video I have seen so far. Great job combining all the projects into one video. Thanks!

  • @AdventureFamMom
    @AdventureFamMom 2 місяці тому +2

    Absolutely loved watching this transition. You both have worked so hard and should be so proud. What a beautiful property! Looking forward to continuing to follow along!

  • @justbynature
    @justbynature 4 місяці тому +1

    So happy UA-cam suggested this video, I don’t even know you and was getting emotional watching your progress. I know there is so much more that goes on outside of the edit too, so impressed and inspired by your tenacity and building skills. Just the motivation I needed to go outside and get some projects done :) You’ve made a subscriber out of me, all the best to you 4!

  • @karenhallrodriguez9205
    @karenhallrodriguez9205 6 місяців тому +13

    I started watching y'all when you moved to the cabin, so i have watched ever step of the way and once again let me express how proud i am of y'all. You both have worked hard, never gave up when things got rough and the love you share for each other and those precious dogs is just beautiful!❤❤❤❤❤ Love from Texas

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1

      Aww thank you Karen, you filled up our hearts. Sending love to you from the pack. 💛🐶

    • @karenhallrodriguez9205
      @karenhallrodriguez9205 6 місяців тому

      @Vanwives you're welcome. I want to thank y'all for showing us your strength and Courage to step into the unknown and you killed it!

  • @eliasandmel
    @eliasandmel 6 місяців тому +9

    The very first video we watched together was of the two of you arriving at the cabin for the first time. We were screen sharing over zoom since we were long distance. Today as you posted this video of a completed, beautiful, off grid home, we are snuggled up watching together with our visa approved, no long distance (finally!). Reflecting on how far you two have come while also reflecting on how much our lives have changed in 3 years is bringing us so much joy. Proud to be part of the pack 💛

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +2

      We are so happy to have you both with us following our journey. So happy you two are together! Yippee 💛🐶

    • @Dikomanis
      @Dikomanis 5 місяців тому

      🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

  • @bondriley2694
    @bondriley2694 6 місяців тому +5

    Love what Oceanwoods said, you can't say it any better. For two non trained builders, you inspire us all.

  • @iirriiss999
    @iirriiss999 29 днів тому +5

    I started crying of happiness 24 minutes into watching this, your joy, radiance, positivity, vitality, is beyond magical and beautiful. You two are such inspirations. You're living the life of my dreams, and if I watched this a year ago I would have felt jealousy. Today I only feel joy at your joy, and joy at my joy at your joy. Life is such a beautiful thing. Thank you so much for sharing this.

  • @maikes8997
    @maikes8997 5 місяців тому +4

    This video popped up in the recommendations. Wow, you girls are awesome! I‘m gonna go back and watch all of your cabin videos to learn more about you and your projects. Greetings from Germany!

  • @ewidmer1
    @ewidmer1 6 місяців тому +33

    I haven’t missed a video in 3 years, great content.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +2

      Wow that is impressive. 💛🐶 Thank you SO much!

  • @eagleinflight777
    @eagleinflight777 6 місяців тому +9

    Crystal, I believe the different word you were looking for that would describe it perfectly is PHENOMENAL!!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +3

      Yes that sums it up for sure. 💛🐶

  • @misskris4373
    @misskris4373 6 місяців тому +4

    Its fun to see these projects done all over again in a condensed version. So proud of you both for all the hard work, Adam and Porter were God sends as well. Really great work you all.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому

      Right! We agree completely! Could not have done it without the help of Porter and Adam
      😊🐶

  • @JellyBeanVT
    @JellyBeanVT 6 місяців тому +1

    This has been my main goal in life for the past 5 years. Lived in Austria for work then, and ever since I wanted to go back. One day, just gotta keep working to it, but this video for sure has inspired me to keep the goal. Thanks for showing this determination and daring experience with me and others ❤

  • @ronaldcoleman9370
    @ronaldcoleman9370 5 місяців тому +1

    VANWIVES!!!! I am very gad that you guys decided on making this video in a collapsed timeline video!!! I do not have three years to watch a slow building video when things need to happen now!!! You guys are very awesome and judging by your views, was the right thing to do!!! Thank You!!! Don't know where You are from, but, You got some skills, and are inspiring!!! I have all these professional skills and been doing this All My Life to make sure People can live the Most Amazing and Secure Lives as Possible, but yet, have never found the opportunity to do this for my self!!! My Biggest Dream and You Guys Have Been Killing It!!! Thank You!!

  • @delturge
    @delturge 6 місяців тому +15

    Van Wives Metaphors:
    1) "Let''s just Jazz and Crystal this thing." = Get it done, and done well, solving problems as we go.
    2) "You're going all Crystal before we get going." = Reading everything and doing research to get the absolute facts before taking action.
    3) "Don't Jazz out on me, now" = Find a way to avoid doing a repetitive task--well within your ability--because it's boring.
    4) "You're going all Bella!" = Attacking smaller creatures to show dominance, or showing aggression towards inanimate objects / tools that someone else is using.
    5) "You can just go over there and be an Izzy." = Watch others do important tasks while taking maximum time to rest.
    6) "I'll be your Porter." = A rock steady, hardworking, humble guy that always comes through.
    7) ""You're Jasmine-ing that task." = Getting all the important hard parts done that require an engineering mind."
    8) "That thing is Crystal sturdy." = Measured, leveled, and assembled to perfection.
    😆😆😆😆😅😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +7

      This is one of my fav comments ever 😂💛 love it so much! You are funny xx
      Thank you for watching & coming along xx

    • @delturge
      @delturge 6 місяців тому +3

      @@Vanwives Thanks! If I wasn't in I.T., my father thinks that writing or comedy would get me further. Ho, hum. Be safe!

  • @jerryking9333
    @jerryking9333 6 місяців тому +8

    It is amazing at what you two have accomplished. It is hard to believe it's been 3 years. But I will say what a shame that their are not more people like you. The world would be a much better place. Great job and your skills are also amazing. Keep up the great videos and be safe.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому

      Why thank you Jerry, such beautiful kind words. Happy to have you in our pack and appreciate you watching our videos 💛🐶

  • @Dawn.of.the-day
    @Dawn.of.the-day 6 місяців тому +6

    Wow that means I've been watching you for three years! Can't believe that time went so quickly and look how far you have got, a real home, it's beautiful 😊

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1

      Thank you, we love our homestead Oasis.💛🐶

  • @Shining-Shiro
    @Shining-Shiro 3 місяці тому +1

    I just discovered this channel through this video, im truly in love with this family! This is something that i'd start and never finish and im happy to see someone actually do this without doing it cheap and actually doing it right! I've seen so many people take up renovation projects and just skimp out on doing it right! I'll definitely watch more of yall ❤❤

  • @NN-iu2rp
    @NN-iu2rp 5 місяців тому +16

    It would be nice to get prices of things especially major improvements like the well install. It's amazing all of the work you've both completed but if you're sharing this, a general price would be helpful for others interested in doing the same. Just a thought.

    • @sillymiette
      @sillymiette 4 місяці тому +2

      @@NN-iu2rp I was just saying this in another comment! Maybe I’m just nerdy like that but it would be so interesting to know how much it cost, how much they saved by DIYing it and how they budgeted and decided on in which order things would happen lol

  • @reaper352c5
    @reaper352c5 6 місяців тому +17

    i am surprised i have been here since the beginning of this project. it feels like only yesterday i followed this channel.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому

      It is quite remarkable how fast time flies! Thank you for being here 💛🐶

  • @michaelwilliams7481
    @michaelwilliams7481 6 місяців тому +8

    Thanks girls, that must have taken a lot of editing. I remember every step of the way it took to achieve what you have done. You must be proud of yourselves, I know I am seeing what you have done in three years.
    May your future be just as great as your past. Love from Mike. ❤❤

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1

      Thank you Mike, for all your kind words. Love that “ May your future be as great as your Past”. We sure had a great past 3 years. 💛🐶

  • @rebeccazuckman9059
    @rebeccazuckman9059 6 місяців тому +11

    Never been more HONORED to be part of the PACK

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1

      LOVE our community 💛💛💛

    • @Dikomanis
      @Dikomanis 5 місяців тому

      🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡

  • @TheRochellerockyscot
    @TheRochellerockyscot 5 місяців тому +1

    This vid was such a pleasure to watch you 2, your pups and your friends create and build a beautiful sustainable home. Well done.👍🏽

  • @RomanceByRen
    @RomanceByRen 3 місяці тому

    this was the most wholesome video ive watched in a long time, extremally inspiring and the love you two have for each other is soo beautiful to see. this video is just a work of art.

  • @U2ëë919ajanwo
    @U2ëë919ajanwo 6 місяців тому +14

    You should plant wildflowers in the yard, it will look very nice! You did an amazing job on this project, BRAVO!!

  • @rickchampagne9864
    @rickchampagne9864 6 місяців тому +32

    It was good to see Porter again in the video.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +5

      Right! We all love Porter! 💛

  • @debbiecress7599
    @debbiecress7599 6 місяців тому +5

    girls, your homestead is phenomonally breathtaking, enjoy watching every video

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому

      We are so happy to have you with us On our journey Debbie. 😊🐶

    • @debbiecress7599
      @debbiecress7599 6 місяців тому

      @@Vanwives enjoy being on your journeys, am retired, widow

  • @beitabunger
    @beitabunger 4 місяці тому

    I confess that I am watching your video not because I am thinking of moving away from the hustle and bustle of the world. I am not thinking of renovating a house either. But I am hooked because frankly you two represent everything I aspire to in a relationship. Thank you.

  • @imandyritchie
    @imandyritchie 4 місяці тому +1

    One of my favourite ever videos on UA-cam. I was fixed the entire time. That is living.

  • @mattmdm
    @mattmdm 6 місяців тому +6

    Thanks for the recap so amazing to see how far the cabin build has come along! Can’t wait to see what you two get up to in Mexico 🇲🇽 🌴

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1

      Yay! Thank you it is a slow process but stay tuned. We are looking forward to Mexico in the fall/winter 💛

  • @traceybraun1701
    @traceybraun1701 6 місяців тому +4

    Love following along. We can relate. Have done many major projects. People always ask,”how do you know how do all these things?” We are like you, just jump in and learn.

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1

      Right! That’s the best way to learn. It is so rewarding when you accomplish one project and then another….Just keep on jumping in Tracey. 😊🐶

  • @ethank7293
    @ethank7293 6 місяців тому +6

    I got to say you girls are amazing and love the recap of the cabin build, you guys make me so proud and inspired, happy Sunday and have a great and safe week!!❤️🐾🐾

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +2

      Thank you for your inspiring words. Happy Sunday!😊🐶

  • @gypsumstardust111
    @gypsumstardust111 2 місяці тому

    Y’all are AWESOME! I absolutely love watching your journey in this process. Seeing women do these kind of projects is so inspiring! Thank you for sharing it with us!

  • @lenmurtha8324
    @lenmurtha8324 4 місяці тому

    You guys are incredible! Your video is a ten! Just the right amount of time on each aspect of the project. Not too much narration, and the music was spot on! Finally, the quality of the your work is impressive! I hope you guys are enjoying the paradise you created.

  • @svantenordstrom
    @svantenordstrom 6 місяців тому +26

    How did you guys finance everything?

  • @KileyBaat
    @KileyBaat 5 місяців тому +6

    For those of you reading this comment, it's okay, it's normal to feel lonely sometimes, if you're going through tough times, keep trying, but never give up,

  • @sylviegodin4091
    @sylviegodin4091 6 місяців тому +6

    This is an insane amount of hard work -
    lots to be proud about. It would be amazing for you to know how much the property is worth now (if you dont know already)

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +2

      Right! When you see it all in one segment it really made us take a step back. We were quite emotional really. 💛🐶

  • @EdisonBryan
    @EdisonBryan 16 днів тому +1

    This is a great inspirational video. Recently bought a cabin in upstate New York and renovating it alongside my father. Great stuff. WIsh you two lots of luck

  • @Dap740
    @Dap740 5 місяців тому +1

    Watched every second. Just found you through this video. Your optimism together is really strong wow. Dancing through the challenges and seeing this space transform was so inspiring 😍 very well edited I loved it and am grateful you two are living your most authentic dream ❤

  • @tg2535
    @tg2535 6 місяців тому +23

    How are you two financially supporting yourselves? Is your UA-cam channel supporting all that you do?

    • @hopelaurel2207
      @hopelaurel2207 5 місяців тому +16

      They obviously already have money supply. This is not realistic for most people.

  • @Zhcwu
    @Zhcwu 5 місяців тому +13

    How much did materials, equipment, final cost after 50k purchase? Got to be more than an additional 50k.

  • @AgnetaK-r3m
    @AgnetaK-r3m 6 місяців тому +5

    Always so fun to watch your life overthere in Canada. Greetings from Sweden 🇸🇪💪🌞

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1

      Sending greeting back to Sweden. Thanks for hanging out with us. 😊🐶

  •  3 місяці тому +1

    Wow, what an amazing transformation! I watched the entire thing without playing on my phone once! 😅 Such a great story and a testament to hard work and determination to turn that abandoned cabin into an off-grid dream homestead!
    Y'all are fierce and talented. I am impressed and amazed by what you were capable of. Maybe inspired, too, but admittedly, probably too lazy to attempt what you did.

  • @KatrinaRoseT
    @KatrinaRoseT 5 місяців тому

    Y’all seem super fun and I wish you well on your adventures! A little hack on the pull cord motors, when starting, pull the cord out slowly and let it go. It will retract quickly and start. Less work on you, letting the machine do the work! Good luck and thank you for sharing!

  • @bryans8656
    @bryans8656 6 місяців тому +5

    I had missed the very start of your journey with your cabin so I enjoyed this blast from the past. 😁

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1

      It sure was a blast from the past Bryan. 😊🐶

  • @JudasFenton
    @JudasFenton 4 місяці тому +4

    Im curious if you two would be willing to make a video covering the total costs for all of this?

  • @N.Sardone
    @N.Sardone 5 місяців тому +27

    Where in the world did you guys come up with the money for this? The work you all have done is incredible! But, goodness, this must cost a freaking fortune!

    • @jameshummel7349
      @jameshummel7349 5 місяців тому +14

      UA-cam is their career.. along with their merch. And the property itself only cost 50k.. anything they pit into it with loans will be made right back and then some. Probsbly alresdy more than doubled what they put into it.. and they also have Probsbly saved a ton just from doing so much of the work themselves

  • @outofmindoutofsight196
    @outofmindoutofsight196 15 днів тому +1

    You guys vlogged this so good it felt like i was watching a tv show

  • @gabrielsenecal382
    @gabrielsenecal382 3 місяці тому +1

    You’re surely a big inspiration for anyone wanna get on a project like that.

  • @Josherson
    @Josherson 5 місяців тому +4

    Yaaasss!! Finally a lesbian homestead! LOVE IT

  • @mysteryman8253
    @mysteryman8253 6 місяців тому +5

    Crystal the best narrator

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +1

      Awe thank you. 💛💛

  • @oceanwoods
    @oceanwoods 6 місяців тому +9

    Big props to the editor!

    • @Vanwives
      @Vanwives  6 місяців тому +3

      Thank you Ocean.😊🐶

  • @JonasHansen-g1b
    @JonasHansen-g1b Місяць тому

    i had industrial roofing stuff like hangars and barns as a summer jobb a few years ago. Never been stronger or tanner in my life than after working that jobb😂. big respect to people that do it for a living.

  • @Conway7
    @Conway7 4 місяці тому +1

    I don’t know how I found your channel but I love you two ladies energy. You have a new subscriber 🎉

  • @boston9817
    @boston9817 5 місяців тому +36

    I think all the lesbians i know have Australian Shepherds

  • @maximus6633
    @maximus6633 5 місяців тому +23

    What do you guys do for income? It is great, but homesteading setup, even with DIY is a pretty penny. So you have online work ?

  • @GreenWitchHomestead
    @GreenWitchHomestead 4 місяці тому +1

    So, this video just popped up in my feed today. And i sat and watched it all the way threw... twice. I have never seen your channel before, and im truly sad i missed the opportunity to follow along with you in this journey. Im Canadian born now. Living the homestead life in the Midwest U.S. the Homestead social media family and community realy pulled us threw hard lonly time. I hope it has and will continue to do the same for you.
    I adore seeing the people who made the choice to work hard for themselves.❤❤
    I also loved getting a glimps back into what it was like to start again. Thank you for being you.
    Instant follow. And im excited to catch up on your achevments.

  • @headhunter_4209
    @headhunter_4209 5 місяців тому +2

    I’m in love with this homestead amazing job what a transformation

  • @stevetranCA
    @stevetranCA 5 місяців тому +9

    Wondering where our get the funding from to do all these costly projects?