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Shoestring Martha
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Добавлен 16 авг 2019
DIY, camping, and gardening - all on a tight budget, with health, ease, and sustainability in mind.
We'll cover everything from SUV camping in a 5th gen 4Runner, to building a stunning outdoor kitchen, or a home gym on the back patio, cheapo garden hacks, upcycle projects, even a little foraging.
Based in Phoenix, Arizona -- so all our gardening info is about 3 months earlier than the rest of the country, and there's a lot of complaining about the heat.
[May contain snark and occasional cussing - but not enough to get demonetized.]
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We'll cover everything from SUV camping in a 5th gen 4Runner, to building a stunning outdoor kitchen, or a home gym on the back patio, cheapo garden hacks, upcycle projects, even a little foraging.
Based in Phoenix, Arizona -- so all our gardening info is about 3 months earlier than the rest of the country, and there's a lot of complaining about the heat.
[May contain snark and occasional cussing - but not enough to get demonetized.]
#1315237
Part two: solo 4Runner camping across the US with my dog, New Mexico to Kansas
Join us for part two - finally leaving New Mexico, a brief dip into Oklahoma, and into Kansas. High winds, desolate roads, and minor 4Runner annoyances along the way.
The Stuff:
My 12v lunchbox is no longer available, but this one is similar - amzn.to/4evKOnI
Kuju coffee - amzn.to/417iCEH
Simply Natural Sweetened Condensed Milk, Single-Serve - amzn.to/4fNZqQb
iJDMTOY 48-SMD Super Bright Liftgate LEDs - amzn.to/3Cu23IF
klarus WL3 Camping Light Magnetic - amzn.to/3Z5ul55
klarus G15 4200 Lumens Ultra Bright Rechargeable EDC Flashlight -
My “pantry” box - amzn.to/48LLsvN
Outask telescoping lantern - $10 off with SHOESTRINGMARTHA
outask-td.com/?ref=zhwuttgp
OR amzn.to/3Z0AnnF
Most everything else is her...
The Stuff:
My 12v lunchbox is no longer available, but this one is similar - amzn.to/4evKOnI
Kuju coffee - amzn.to/417iCEH
Simply Natural Sweetened Condensed Milk, Single-Serve - amzn.to/4fNZqQb
iJDMTOY 48-SMD Super Bright Liftgate LEDs - amzn.to/3Cu23IF
klarus WL3 Camping Light Magnetic - amzn.to/3Z5ul55
klarus G15 4200 Lumens Ultra Bright Rechargeable EDC Flashlight -
My “pantry” box - amzn.to/48LLsvN
Outask telescoping lantern - $10 off with SHOESTRINGMARTHA
outask-td.com/?ref=zhwuttgp
OR amzn.to/3Z0AnnF
Most everything else is her...
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Solo 4Runner camping across the US with my dog, part 1: Arizona to New Mexico
Просмотров 9 тыс.День назад
Gunther and I are actually leaving Arizona! In fact, we driving all the way to Kentucky. Of course we're camping all the way there and back. The reason for the trip isn't the most pleasant, but we're going to make the best of the journey. The Stuff: Rand McNally Midsize Easy to Read Road Atlas 2025 - amzn.to/3Ay93DG Osprey Daylite 35L travel backpack - amzn.to/4eniZxM My “pantry” box - amzn.to/...
Let the offroad accessorizing begin! Installing the Yota Xpedition aux switch kit in the 4Runner
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.21 день назад
After all, it is our ability to accessorize that separates us from the animals! Thanks to these easy plug n play switch kit from Yota Xpedition (totally unsponsored and paid for with my own cold hard cash), I now have 8 switches for 1 accessory! If you exclude my own weird mods, it was a super-easy solution, if you're not so good with electrical, but still want all the cool things. 8 BUTTON AUX...
Our dog-friendly roadtrip from Phoenix to Portland (and back) in a Jeep Gladiator, during a heatwave
Просмотров 3,3 тыс.Месяц назад
We wanted to check out Portland, and of course, bring our boys everywhere. So we drove the Jeep all the way from Phoenix, with stops in Santa Barbara (dog beach!) and Shasta Lake, California. While in Portland, we went on many walks and in those unusually hot afternoons, sought out shady, dog-friendly patios. On the way home, we stop in South Lake Tahoe and Las Vegas. Stuff I use, on Amazon: ww...
Mini dutch oven campfire cooking: cowboy beans, blueberry dutch baby, and roasted pumpkin pie
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.Месяц назад
I'm still a pieiron person all the way but it's fun to switch things up once in a while. Now that's it's finally cool enough for campfire, I can try out the little dutch oven I got at Daiso! We're making frijoles charros, blueberry dutch baby, and a pumpkin pie of sorts IN the pumpkin! I got my dutch oven from Daiso for about $12. If you don’t have Daiso near you, there is a similar one by Stan...
Is it Fall yet? Cozy solo car camping in my 5th gen 4Runner
Просмотров 7 тыс.Месяц назад
I took advantage of a brief cool spell and booked a Hipcamp near Clarkdale / Cottonwood, Arizona. Gunther and I did some exploring and lots of campfire cooking. If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor. Click betterhelp.com/shoestringmartha for a discount on your first month of therapy. If you have questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are licensed, their priva...
Installing a Harbor Freight rifle case on my 4Runner's Prinsu roof rack
Просмотров 6 тыс.Месяц назад
Sure you could just slap a cargo box on the roof rack and call it a day, but why not make your life harder? Buy a cheap one and then add a bunch of whizzbang to complicate your life! THE GEAR Apache 9800 Weatherproof Protective Rifle Case - www.harborfreight.com/9800-weatherproof-protective-rifle-case-long-black-64520.html (4) 1/4"-20 x 1" carriage bolts (4) 1/4"x5/8 bonded neoprene washers (4)...
Cooking itty-bitty foods on the mini ammo can camp kitchen - tiny hot dogs, chicken & waffles
Просмотров 3,2 тыс.2 месяца назад
What better way to celebrate the ammo can camp kitchen update that to cook some miniature foods? I made little hot dogs in little pretzel buns, baby street corn, and chicken and waffle bites. There's a little more detail on the small refillable camp fuel canister as well. THE GEAR My Cowboy Gunther tee can be found here: my-store-ea1bba.creator-spring.com Campingmoon refillable fuel canister - ...
Installing a Prinsu roof rack install on my 5th gen 4Runner - what went right, and what went wrong.
Просмотров 2 тыс.2 месяца назад
As plans develop for longer trips = more stuff = where to put it, the next logical step was a roof rack. I had a factory roof rack, but a low profile one with a mounting system is much more versatile, and just looks cooler. Of course before I started, I watched LOADS of other people's video about the install. There are so many great ones out there, but I still had questions and occasionally wen...
🌲A long overdue Summer escape to the pines: foraging, mead tasting, micro-cooking, hikes, and more!
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 месяца назад
Hey remember camping? Me too barely! I managed to find a campground with weekend availability and no minimum, so I booked it up to Rim country for a night. There was even time for a roadside picnic, using the bento nano-kitchen and a stop at a magical meadery in the woods. At camp, I had so much new gear to try out, including turning the ammo can into a tiny kitchen more of THAT in a future vid...
DIY ~ Inexpensive ~ Garage Floor Tile
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.3 месяца назад
Two years ago, we completed what we thought was the last of our total garage renovation, but one thing kept nagging at us that ugly, stained, damaged floor! Unable to stand it any longer, we got a heap of inexpensive garage floor tile and snapped it all down. It did require a little floor prep first, in order to do it right. We used the Nitro tiles from: www.garageflooringinc.com Colors are: bl...
Even more cute & cool camping stuff from Temu
Просмотров 17 тыс.3 месяца назад
Temu got me again folks and I another heap of inexpensive camping (and not exactly camping related) stuff to check out. Join me for the unboxing, assembly, and first impressions. Get $100 coupon bundle for free when you download the app through this link: temu.to/m/ug3v6dwcdbd or search for code dpv6572 in the Temu search bar. THE GOODS 1 Pack, Solar Powered Electric Ventilator, 10W/12V Dual Fa...
Camp recipe tests: posole & banana-stuffed churro french toast using the Nomad electric cook system
Просмотров 2 тыс.3 месяца назад
Just because I'm stuck at home doesn't mean I'm not camp cooking. I got a new toy that promises efficient, portable cooking using electricity! There's a nice icebox cake for dessert too. Lime Icebox Cake Combine: 3/4c evaporated milk 1/4 sweetened condensed milk Juice of 1 lime In a dish, layer the above mixture with graham crackers, ensuring that they are completely covered. Tops with lime zes...
DIY kitchen cabinets paint and update for under $400!
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.4 месяца назад
Our repurposed kitchen cabinets have been *fine* for the past 7 years, but it is time for a change. Of course we're painting and sprucing them ourselves, and on a budget. Here's how it went! Project Cost Breakdown: (rounded) - Wood filler: $5 - Caulk: $4 - TSP degreaser: $7 - 2 packs sandpaper: $17 - Liquid sandpaper: $8 - Paint brush: $8 - Paint roller: $6 - 3 packs of rollers: $36 - 1 gal pri...
Camping Coffee-Off! All my coffee gear and espresso gadgets, past, present, and FUTURE ☕⛺
Просмотров 6 тыс.4 месяца назад
Camping Coffee-Off! All my coffee gear and espresso gadgets, past, present, and FUTURE ☕⛺
Pieiron *crispy* spam musubi - a very different camping recipe
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.4 месяца назад
Pieiron *crispy* spam musubi - a very different camping recipe
5th gen 4Runner GLOW UP! Lasfit LED bulbs headlights, DRLs, and fog lights upgrade
Просмотров 4,8 тыс.4 месяца назад
5th gen 4Runner GLOW UP! Lasfit LED bulbs headlights, DRLs, and fog lights upgrade
4Runner boondocking on a cliff overlooking Sedona - off-road drama, hammock time, eats, and VIEWS
Просмотров 5 тыс.5 месяцев назад
4Runner boondocking on a cliff overlooking Sedona - off-road drama, hammock time, eats, and VIEWS
Pieiron mulberry cobbler & peach crisp. Two super easy, three ingredient camping recipes
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Pieiron mulberry cobbler & peach crisp. Two super easy, three ingredient camping recipes
The anymaka portable hammock stand - no trees required!
Просмотров 2,4 тыс.5 месяцев назад
The anymaka portable hammock stand - no trees required!
First timers at Overland Expo West 2024 + 4Runner winch bumper comparison
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.5 месяцев назад
First timers at Overland Expo West 2024 4Runner winch bumper comparison
I went to camp! My experience at "Becoming and Outdoors-Woman" (BOW)
Просмотров 3,4 тыс.6 месяцев назад
I went to camp! My experience at "Becoming and Outdoors-Woman" (BOW)
A pack rat got into my 4Runner when I was camping 🐀
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.6 месяцев назад
A pack rat got into my 4Runner when I was camping 🐀
Bodega Cooler 12v drawer-style car refrigerator"test drive" in my 5th gen 4Runner
Просмотров 4,6 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Bodega Cooler 12v drawer-style car refrigerator"test drive" in my 5th gen 4Runner
3 Pieiron Cream Cheese Recipes: crab rangoon eggrolls, churro cheesecake, and everything bagel puffs
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.7 месяцев назад
3 Pieiron Cream Cheese Recipes: crab rangoon eggrolls, churro cheesecake, and everything bagel puffs
Desert springtime solo camp, in my 5th gen 4Runner
Просмотров 9 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Desert springtime solo camp, in my 5th gen 4Runner
First look at the Bluetti AC240 portable power station
Просмотров 3 тыс.7 месяцев назад
First look at the Bluetti AC240 portable power station
5th gen 4Runner wiggly liftgate garnish repair and hunting the elusive M6 flange nut
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.7 месяцев назад
5th gen 4Runner wiggly liftgate garnish repair and hunting the elusive M6 flange nut
Ammo Can Coffee Kit - A DIY Micro Camp Kitchen
Просмотров 30 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Ammo Can Coffee Kit - A DIY Micro Camp Kitchen
2 Easy cheesy pieiron recipes: raclette & egg croissant breakfast sandwich
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.8 месяцев назад
2 Easy cheesy pieiron recipes: raclette & egg croissant breakfast sandwich
Amaranth is highly proteic
At least you know who Emeril is you’d be surprised I used to be his accountant back in the day and I tell people that today and people are like who’s that
I love the rest in peace sunglasses lol
Thanks for taking us along! That stretch of the plains is always windy. Glad you two are safe out there 🩷
i can relate to your eye issue. i have 2 pages 12 pt font single spaced line type of allgeries. if i am on the computer too long it bothers the right eye. while everything else affects the left. one thing the troops have done in those weather conditions is put on a clear type fully enclosed eye goggle.
I was tempted to fish my safety glasses (which wrap somewhat) out of my toolbox in the roof box, but ultimately just wanted to get out of the wind as quickly as possible. 😖
@@ShoestringMartha what i was thinking of are sky diver goggles.
Hey, how long it last for example at 50% power ? Thanks for yhe video
It would be a total guess, but maybe 6 hours? I wouldn't run it continuously for that long, however. I usually just run it for 5-10 minute bursts, to knock the chill down.
Enjoy watching all your adventures.. Im in az too.. keep the videos coming.
Hey neighbor; welcome! 👋
You are just SO cool!!! I just watched your coffee video and subscribed. I can't wait to see more of your videos. I love the simplicity, and it's actually calming watching and listening to whatever shenanigans you've got going on. Looks fun!
LOL well I dunno about all that, but welcome to ya! 😂
You sound like me, love camping, don’t need to have the group stuff…..😊
Love watching Guther from behind, his quick walk is so cute…..
He walks like he's late for a meeting. 😂
Excellent work. Thank you Martha. You made my day easier and saved me money. That black glue is nasty stuff!
Woo! And yes it is. Not sure if it's silicone or butyl tape but whatever it is, it's like tar.
I’m watching your old videos and it’s weird not having Gunther with you
It is, isn't it? Now I can't imagine being without him.
Just recently found your vids, so relaxing.
Welcome aboard!
I made that drive last april (actually a little farther, Santa Fe to Kansas City) and the wind is no joke. Also, that section of highway through Oklahoma is the worst. Thanks for a great video.
No lie. It was a tough stretch! 😅
Another hello from DE. Seeing you at the back of 4Runner made me realize just how big that vehicle is. I just started car camping this year in our Family’s Equinox. Smaller for sure, but it works. Thanks for all the footage. I can imagine it’s a lot of work to take us thousands with you 😅. I’m inspired by your simplified meals - which is just in time as I figure out my gear for winter car camping in the cold Northeast.
Brr!! Stay warm up there 🥶
Enjoy following your travels with Gunther!
Question: What is the bed platform you are currently using? It looks like a cot. Is it comfortable? Does it squeak?
It’s this cot. There’s an occasional creak, but I think it might its frame rubbing on the folded rear seat. 🤔 amzn.to/3AM8qGD
Very cool, didn't know that movie was filmed there. Very close to the gate being closed. I camped at a state park there, gate closed at 9 PM but the camp host didn't lock the gate. So many raccoons!!! Oh my that wind.
It was wild - in so many ways! 😂
LV NV!! Haven't been there in decades!! Thank you for the memories... Glad you and G man had a good time on your trip, cool to see a trash panda parade!!!
6 of them total - amazing! 🤩
I was trying to figure out how your big fan is run
It is battery powered: amzn.to/40SIC6A
Don't forget 11sies.
Your outfit looks fine..comfy!! Don't worry..you look great in anything. I'm shocked how well your mic picks up other people from so far away!!! Wow. But mom I'm a TECKLE DOG...ok they aren't badgers but they will do...lol
LOL the noisy neighbors were actually across the creek from me. The mic isn't that great. They were just *that* loud. I even edited out as much of it as I could. 😂
This is very clever 👌🏼
Your “camp outfit” comment about looking like an escapee from the psych ward…not a bad thing. If people think that, they are more likely to leave you alone! 👍
LOL I like where you're head is at! Since I on a call using my Airpods, I probably looked like I was talking to myself too. 😂
@ That’s even better! btw we’re new subscribers 🐾🐾🇨🇦 almost ready to hit the road south.
Welcome both to the channel and the US! 👋😄
@ShoestringMartha that's what I thought the first time I saw anyone use Bluetooth. BIG angry guy walked by me..yelling. I found out after watching him and trying to listen...with window halfway up...his phone was in his pocket. I told my son and he laughed and introduced me to Bluetooth. It was my first smart phone.
Thanks! for not calling those of a certain age and not being old!😂 Stay safe❤
Thank you! Getting around the best I can, at my age 😂
@ surely you aren’t in our club LOL
😏😏😏
@@ShoestringMartha Love your channel ❤️
Trash panda's! Love it
does it burn clean
I'm not quite sure what you mean. It doesn't produce soot, but it does produce moisture and a small amount of carbon monoxide.
I'm enjoying your travel across the country to Kentucky. It makes me miss being, "on the road". I also enjoyed seeing the night bandits at the campground. Thanks for sharing 😊👍
Thank you for taking us along on your journey. You captured the essence of that drive really well. In a cross wind it can be brutal especially in high profile vehicles like my classb van. If the winds are above 25 or 30 mph I'm done I just have to find a place to wait it out... The minivan handles it so much better. Gunther is the perfect road companion and so cute too. Thank you again for taking us along on your adventure. Blessings.
I could imagine! Even in the 4Runner, my left arm got a nice workout. Glad it was at least steady, rather than gusty.
I had a skunk come up to my trash attached to my awning in the evening while camping. That was sure unnerving. I was sitting in the chair just 3 feet away-🦨😳 he was tugging at thrash and I could imagine the entire awning falling down. In turn, Pepe Le Pew would then be so scared he’d spray. 🫠 Fortunately, I was able to distract the skunk by throwing some food. ‘Dodged that one. Learned a BIG lesson with trash-stash/dispose of properly every night. I can’t imagine how I would have dealt with skunk spray. Leave everything and walk home?! 😂
LOLOL ...... 🤣🤣😤😲
Hilarious! Glad you made it out stink-free! 🤣
It’s fun seeing the “Main Streets” of the old towns. Nice scenery shots. Thanks Martha!
Another fine video to love. I like these road trip videos, seeing the country views. Gunther knows the assignment. Happy trails to you.
Taste “ nutritious” we all know what that means🤣😂, thanks for taking us along!
This is exactly what I needed for my winter truck sleeping research!! Thank you!
I've upgraded a few things since then, but it was a good place to start!
I own the original “Bad News Bears” that is such a great movie😂❤ I watched it with my grandson and he could not believe what they were allowed to say back then.😂 I watch it at least twice a year. I miss those days… close to 60 now.
It was actually A League of Their Own, but BNB is also a great one! I remember when I watched it as an adult and noted all the open container driving. LOL it's a miracle we survived the 70s & 80s 🤣
@ I saw the baseball scene from afar…wasn’t sure. That’s a great movie also! I miss the 70s and the 80s👍🙂 there’s no crying in baseball!!!
Racoons are all over Oklahoma.
Hello from DE! I love your videos and your variety of music is exactly like mine ❤
You have good taste 😀
I just came back from a trip to the Midwest, and THE WIND! Safe traveling.
It gets pretty bad out here too, but that was relentless 😅
Hot tip; Purchase a small campsite rake for before and after cleanup, would aid walking about, also try Japanese rock garden pattern about the area...
So Zen - great tip! ☯️
Treat for your little Buddy
He'll need some Pupperoni!
Wow you put a lot of miles down on that day……bet you slept well. When you said no fire I was actually disappointed, but you came through. Gunther is so easy to travel with. He’s a good boy.
He really is! I wanted a fire, but didn't want to haul around the wood. Thankfully, nature provided. ❤️
Old school country music 👍
It’s camping. You can wander around in your PJ’s, carrying a bag of dog poo and strike up a conversation 😂😂😂
🤣 true story!
Enjoyed the road trip tunes 🎶 Safe travels!
I feed strays, and I have a couple big boy raccoons that come around
It occurred to me that Gunther probably thought they were kitties - which he loves - especially our fat tabby, Douglas, who looks like a raccoon 😂
I do not live very far from Cheney Lake. That’s cool that you stayed there.
Safe travels ❤
I lived in Las Vegas and went to NMHU. Nice of you to stop by to show the remnant of that movie set.
“Tastes… nutritious” is classic!
Means the taste is like "eating the box" that it came in ....LOL 😝😒🤮
First?!?!?!
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