Building a Bookcase Wall and End Table, My Off Grid Log Cabin Interior is Almost Finished
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- Опубликовано: 9 мар 2023
- Using a combination of rough cut pine, walnut and birch and tongue and groove cedar, I build a bookcase wall to separate the living room from the bathroom and an end table to support a lamp, books, card games...
With cold February temperatures testing the comfort of the off grid log cabin, the wood stove proves to be up to the task of heating the space and the mass of the logs retains it well, with morning temperatures in the cabin remaining quite warm.
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Who needs a housing market when you’ve got the ability to build your own? Man, this is great stuff!
When there is space for sure!
Just wait until i tel you about hunting and gardening, youre gonna go nuts.
Agreed, I watched his homestead build like 4yrs and said good for him, you have everything you could want or need right there! 🤣 Fast-forward and he's done at least 3 more full home builds!! This guy is amazing to watch and learn from. I'm 20yrs younger than him and don't have half the ambition and/or drive!!
You still have to buy the land. And that’s not cheap either.
@joesandwich...nothings cheap is it? Not a reason not to do it
Love how you apologize to Callie for her having to move. She let you know she wanted her toy back, still acts like a pup, love your relationship. Your cabin is now awesome
Find something else to love. Do you realize how stupid your mindset is?
The hardest part of watching this channel is trying not to feel jealousy. Truly a beautiful thing you have going on.
What a hoot - Cali lying down close to you as you nail another board, and you have to work around her, because she is not moving! What a terrific little actress Cali is - such an engaging personality. Love her to bits!
I was rooting for her to jump up on that chair in the beginning 🙂
we need a walking tour of the new cabin and out buildings once the weather is nice.
I would love to see a tour of the inside of the Cabin aswell and outside!? It can be done even in winter.
Amazing how that bookcase took things from simple shelter to super cozy rustic home in one fell swoop!
I was thinking the same thing.
Once he builds the bathroom... will be a complete home...
@Lip Ripper A little envies are you.
@Lip Ripper home is where the heart is -maybe you don’t know what either are
@Lip Ripper I could live there 100% 🥰 Super cozy "shelter"!
I’m glad to see that Cali gets her own chair! I loved the scene of you sitting down, reading near the warmth of the stove. Enjoy the fruits of all your labor!
I was fortunate to find your channel early on, when you started with the first cabin, when you began to add rooms onto it I thought you might be dreaming about how you might do it again if you ever got the chance, - knowing all the things you learnt building it , then a development forced you to do exactly that - move and begin again - and now, after a huge effort you have a true home to live and grow, family included if needs-be, it`s a testament to the person you are Shawn, I admire you and what you have created, I look forward to new episodes as I`m unable to get out as often as I`d like to..
Sir, you’ve got more talent In one finger ,then many of carpenters that I’ve met in my lifetime, am serious.😮
Cali is such a beautiful dog. So loyal to you. Looks like a cozy morning in the cabin. You have made such good progress in your new home. Well done!
@Lip Ripper I’m pretty sure that Cali is a very happy and contented dog, she is well loved. She loves the outdoors and she does not need climate controlled when she wears a fur coat. Cali is more than a pet, she is part of Shawn’s family. If you don’t like the content and make comments like this, why do you watch?
@@lipripper1192 wow you are having a really bad day. I hope your life gets better.
@Lip Ripper👈🤡 , improve yourself so you don't have to be so jealous of others better than you.
I gotta tell you Shawn. You really put your all into this cabin. It’s way better than the last one. I just knew despite the problem with the neighbor, you were being guided to bigger, better and more Shawn-ish arrangements. The lord works in mysterious ways. Well done.
I hope it was a past problem and not a current one...he and the cottage deserve peace.
I was just thinking, how free and creative we can be without nosy, interfering neighbours. I am putting up with sensor lights shining over my fence every time I walk outside, or having my gardening work noted and approved or disapproved . Pity. No choice but to move to a better place.😊
You are an incredibly talented craftsman and woodworker. I am amazed as to the quality of
everything you have built by hand, including
your cabin! Your furry companion is a treat to
watch as well. I hope you have many years of
happiness in your off-grid cabin in the woods,
along with your four pawed housemate.
I’m so behind on finishing my cabin, however I’ve found peace and comfort in watching you fulfill your dreams. Thank you for posting all your toils and labor.
If I was nearby you I would help finishing ur cabin.
@@Muhammad-Imran04 what state you live in?
@@kgbear3662 I am far away, living in Pakistan.
Hello
@@bozkiradogru Hello!
Must feel good Shawn to be at this point. Having your sitting area back in front of the fire! Looks like home for you and Cali now. Beautiful job! 👍👍👍
He deserved it, he worked, unbelievable hard for it..💪🏼👍🏼
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Nossa que lindo 🇧🇷
Cali’s as polite as you Shawn, waiting for 👍to be seated in her chair. So sweet also her asking to go outside with shoe in her mouth! Love the end table and book stand. Looking cozier every week. Many thanks. Your vlogs feed my soul every Friday night. ❤😊
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Oh this dog!!! She is such a love 💕 my heart melted when she looked right at the camera 🥰
Cali is the bestest ever!
It looks like she realizes someone is watching.
@@ltjakedunbar6733 uhuh!
From what I can gather in watching Cali & other video dogs; they comprehend their 'dad'/'mom' is always speaking to someone other than them and that someone is inside that contraption dad Shawn is always talking to.
Also, if the dog gets close enough they can see the image of moving people or a dog IN that little thing.
So, my guess is they think it's real people in the camera. Get really science-fiction-y & it's like they are looking into a portal.
It explains the uncanny way Cali looks directly into the camera for confirmation or assistance.
It's pretty amazing watching how Cali, girl in the woods & bushradical's Maisy and other youtuber's babies respond to the camera similarly.
It's a whole new aspect of communication brought about as a result of the vlogging world.
I really hope an expert on behavior eventually does a deep dive, as this is really quite fascinating.
I get such immense pleasure & relaxation out of Shawn's endless builds. The compound is pretty awesome.
That bookcase wall divider looks really good Shawn, great craftsmanship! Love the end table as well! Cali enjoys sleeping in her chair, she just wants to be close to you! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼
Ah-ha! He did create a small room under the loft! I was jumping around videos, so I missed the placement details. Very clever.
Awe, sweet Cali so stressed out she had to hold your slipper❤️ What a sweetheart. The cabin looks awesome, as always
As a committed bibliophile & avid reader, these bookshelves make my heart happy. Suddenly it looks like a really cosy home. Wonderful job! 📚❤️🥀
Hard to believe I'm watching your Second cabin build. You can always tell a Master of trades when they make it "look" so easy. What a Beautiful legacy Mr James. I hope you left clues and treasures for those who in 150 years come to restore your home and make it theirs.
Your cabin lodge is a work of Art! It is so very beautiful! You are a magnificent architect!😊
I did, I just meant a big beautiful cabin in the woods.❤️ Permanent Cabin in the woods!
@Lip Ripper any particular reason you feel the need to make douchebag comments on everyone’s posts? We all know you can’t do it so you feel the need to diminish others work but just move along instead.
@@ettamargason7709 u R correct!!! 👍🧙♂️
Wouldn't it be great to have a place like this . And a man like that!
My grandfather from Villagedale, Nova Scotia (boat designer/builder, house builder, decoy carver, hunter, fisherman, etc.) would similarly write in his journal twice a day - both early and late; with weather, plans, and summary results.
Love Calli’s Passive “persistence”. And it worked. The bookshelf is great!
Wow! Between the beauty of your cabin, the beautiful dog (an adorable supervisor) and the pristine views of the night sky in snowy the woods... I'm in awe. Simply stunning.
I love winter, and the smell of woods smoke... I swear I could almost smell it watching this video.
Thank you for sharing and inspiring us.
Love the bookcase wall! I built three floor-to-ceiling bookcases in my place when I first moved in. Best idea I had. You can never have too many bookcases, or too many books. 😸
Of course Callie is polite! She's a Canadian dog!
At some point, can you do a short video showing all the stars you see at night? Where I am there's so much light pollution I can barely see the moon. 😿
....00:47 a priceless exterior view 0:28 a warm bedroom 2:04 your pet 14:47 your hobby 45:58 your favorite books 47:53 a beautiful warm home for the cold outside, 40:48 delicious food what else?
you got it all Shawn!!! 🎯
50:00 install thermal mass around wood stove to retain heat all night
Seems like a lonely existence to me, just you and a camera for what? To get likes, shares and views, almost a contradiction of the life he’s trying to portray…a cry for validation or attention if you will? ….maybe I’m wrong. Just do you man.
@@Narsmoke yes, you are wrong.
@@Narsmoke You don't know the full story maybe because you haven't watched as long as some of us. He has been at this since 2017. Try watching his old stuff.
@@Narsmoke He has his wife on the way. His daughter lives in a more traditional build nearby.
When SHTF, they will be better off than you or I.....
Self-sufficient and knowing the difference between loneliness and solitude.
That bookcase is beautiful, it made a world of difference in the look of the cabin. Kudos to you sir-it’s all amazing.
My name is Brenda and I'm a British farmer. We love doing things like you. It is so rewarding making your own stuff. Your set-up is fabulous, well done an keep doing. Only you yourself will know when to stop!
A big greeting for you from a farmer from Serbia
Question for My Self Reliance: So many people come to your pages for inspiration, wonderment and the vicarious joy of seeing you fulfill one challenge after another. Where do you typically find inspiration?
The cabin is looking more cozy every week! We so enjoy all the work you have done on it. We love Callie!!!
Aplausos!!!! A la creatividad, de este señor, que hace maravillas con la madera!!!!!
Чудесная картина, быт, вы и собака любимая!! Здорово! Счастья, здоровья! ❤
great ambiance and the sound of the stove the positive energy of the logs is really great you live this life very well
You're really turning the cabin into something special, Shawn. Love the reading nook.
It looks gorgeous lit up at night and silhouetted against the trees!
Este señor canadiense,es una maravilla, siempre haciendo casas bellas, su esposa e hijita, lo spoyan y acompañan. Preciosa familia. Tengo s mi hijito mayor, viviendo en Canadá , trece años,en Oakwill, Toronto, Dios lo s bendiga, desde Perú abrazos
It's always fun to think about which part of your videos are my favorite...but it's SO hard to do! Books are my favorite "possession," because they bring so much joy so that huge bookcase is everything. As a city girl, longing for the country living of my childhood, my very favorite tonight was seeing all of the beautiful stars in the sky. I'm lucky to see the moon and three or four of the very brightest planets. Shawn, if you made a 45 minute video of the night sky with audio of a woodburning fire, I would watch it on repeat to relax. The view about the trees was stunning. Thank you! And Cali❤️
I live in a log cabin in Wisconsin. I have my over size leather chair directly in front of my Soap Stone wood stove. Nothing more relaxing than to set and watch the fire burn when it below zero or in the middle of a big snow storm and having a nice hot cup of coffee with my Newfoundland dog curled up near by!. Your set up in front of your stove is awesome. I know you and your best friend will spend many memorable hours enjoying the warmth and companionship!!! A great job of making your cabin so homey!!!!
When I watch your videos, I get the nagging feeling that I missed the mark/direction in life. You do great work. Truly inspiring
Go back a few or four years then that nagging feeling might subside. Also he's got the Shawn James channel where he speaks to his audience and let's you know what's up.
When I watch the videos I get the feeling I wasted my life in the hamster wheel called "civilized working society" 😟
Cabin is sure looking cozy and homey. I bet your wife loves it. Thanks. Good video.
Those shelves are insanely beautiful. I’ve always had plenty of book shelves.
And Cali just keeps getting more adorable. Thanks for another piece of perfection.
You're a hard worker Shawn, Great job...
Oh wow. It just keeps getting cozier and cozier!
I thank you for inviting us into your home...It gives me a feeling of Peace and Harmony...The simple life is the best...Many blessings to you and your family....
Princess Cali has her own chair 😊. And I like her let’s go play dad dance. What a great companion.
I dream of escaping city and live like you. Love your videos, they calm me down. I've never told anyone about this dream because I am certainly sure they would think that I lost my mind or I have mental illness.
It's a dream of many, especially these days. Not crazy at all!
One heck of a job Shawn. You have come a long ways
A dog and a comfortable home alone. This must be the heaven.
Love the contrast in the bookcase, adds some light to the room. Looking more comfortable too!! 😊 great idea on their table👍👍Woo hoo now a rug aahhh
Hello.🙋🙋
Friday is a good day with a new video from My Self Reliance.
You going around trolling people for ‘not making 1st comments’ 😂 🤦🏻♂️
@@ordinarypete i just want them to cry of not being first 😂
Thanks again for the work and effort to develop your site and looking forward to your book.
One thing that you can not share with us, is the aroma of your home? It must be very pleasant, stay safe,
The pup is ruler in that house lol I love watching that pup
Добрый вечер господин Шон!!!!Слов нету,вы Есть живой Робот.Вы должны войти в книгу Гинеса,как первый человек,построивший столько своими руками,-- одни восхищения.Берегите себя.....👍👍👍🇪🇺🇨🇦👍👍👍
A very cozy cabin full of ongoing projects. Nice job Shawn !
This must be everybody's dream, it certainly is mine. Enjoy it. ❤
Cali is so smart, such a trip! The shoe was classic, lol
When are you getting her a mini me?
Should now, that way she can help train up the new one.
It's amazing how in tune our animals get with us when it's one on one.
I am a loner by choice, but I've had this crazy cat for almost 20 years now. He's now toothless, getting old.
Not sure who has trained whom, but I now know exactly when he's whining for his food, fresh water, (not that stuff that's been sitting, Mom. Cold stuff fresh out of the faucet) and Heaven forbid I get yelled at for not cleaning the litter box.
I used to own shepherds, just too old to keep up with a dog anymore.
Cudos for raising Cali to be such an amazing dog!
It looks warm and inviting as well as relaxing. Great job!
OMG your home is GORGEOUS !!
well, that was a nice relaxing hour - loved every minute of it - and what an adorable mutt Cali is!
I'm not surprised you have 2+Million Subscribers - Awesome.
Excuse Me Sir but Cali is not a Mutt, Cali is a Precious Furbaby. Just Say’in.
🤙🌹💞🦮💜🦮💕🌹🤙
There's that sweet girl! On the job, keeping morale high. She loves that bacon. I've got the slipper, dad. Where you want the slipper? I'm so excited to be helping with the slipper!!
Shawn, you keep that it, it's gonna start looking like a home!
Wow the bookcase added lots of cozy vibes. So well done!
God that looks so snug and homely. Another great job Shawn. The food looks good too. Keep them coming Shawn.
What a BEAUTIFUL and AMAZING job you did on your log cabin. I wish you many years of enjoyment, peace and quiet, safety and contentment. May God watch over and protect you and your dog. ✝🕊
En Argentina en este momento son las 9.15 PM y hace 32 grados centígrados. Mañana sábado anuncian 40 grados. Nos estamos quemando vivos. Gracias por subir este video, ver la nieve y las bajas temperaturas me alivian bastante. Hermoso todo lo que haces. Y siempre bien acompañado por tu fiel perrita Cali. Saludos desde Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Lo mismo en Chile. Que envidia la nieve
Aquí en España el verano pasado llegamos a 56° centigrados eso era el infierno. El día más fresco eran 40°. Fue terrible.
такая красота, Ваше творчество... спасибо за теплоту Вашего созидания👍
Наверно хорошо жить в доме от первого бревна до последнего гвоздя построенном своими руками
looking awesome inside, great work as always !
You built a really nice bookcase and end table. Nice job.
A perfect Sunday night's viewing. So relaxing to watch such wonderful craftsmanship and also Cali's antics. ❤️
I watched you close the door on your previous cabin and was sad. I was also eager to see what you would accomplish in your new cabin. This beautiful build is much better suited to your needs. You are an artist with many skills.
Looking very-very cozy! The bookcase wall, table and lamp, made a huge difference.
Cabin looks so nice and cozy.
I’ve learned so much from you! You’re a man cut from a different cloth…like my father. Watching you work makes me miss him so much.
Как же у вас уютно и хорошо и с вами рядом преданный и верный друг ! Что еще нужно человеку для полного счастья .......?! Да и хочу отметить ,что у вас золотые руки и по видимому добрая душа .....Спасибо большое за такое доброе и душевное видео ....!))) ..
Cabin is really taking shape , must be so rewarding to start enjoying the fruits of your labor. looks beautiful.
Looking good and you can really tell Callie likes to go outside she’s a hoot! Love that u have her!
Thanks for closing out a rather rough week and helping me to get my head squared away. Look forward to my weekly therapy sessions with Mr. James. Man did that book case, table,and lantern give a cozy warm look to the cabin.❤
Hello.🙋🙋
Hello Shawn,
Looks like things are coming along for you.
Great video, great progress, and great job.
All the best to you and your family, and God bless.
A retired North Pacific, Bering Sea, and West Coast Commercial Fisherman, and survivor,
✝️🇺🇸🗽🌊⛴🌊⚓️
Incredible craftsmanship and know how fully documented. A rustic dream build from which to take it all in. A gift to behold this treasure, its idillic location and lifestyle.
A gorgeous cabin and bookcase area, so artistic😊
So cozy! I love the new bookshelf wall, and table. ❤
Wow, nice bookcase & end tables. Thank you.
That’s how I feel when spring is about to appear. Good energy ! Work is easy. Next winter , you’ll have the toasty enclosed nest by the fire . I’m so impatient to see the outdoor kitchen , the herb garden and the meditation spot you planned. Great content, Kali melted my heart !
70 degrees in the morning aint bad. The cabin is holding the heat.
Shawn, I’ve been a fan of yours for years now. Just want to say that you have been an inspiration for me to make the decision to go out and build my dream in the wilderness. God bless…
Watching this was very therapeutic and calming. 👍
ok banjo and video montage intro ... EXCELLENT ... not only do we get a highlight intro BUT we get put in the right frame of mind to enjoy watching as well ... and it's ONLY 42 seconds long ...
Thank you Shawn 👍 you do such amazing work, always look forward to your videos, appreciate you my friend 🙏 Stay safe and take care 🙂
It's looking beautiful and cozy, would love to see a tour of the inside? Just wondering are you able to have a vacuum in the cabin? It became your workshop!
The cabin is a work of art! Congrats on your improvements...amazing stuff!
Waw cabane solide, grande et confortable. Si je n'ai pas vu les sanitaires, il faudra les réaliser une petite pièce . Pas besoin de baignoire classique, un bassin, un endroit où faire chauffer l'eau et un conduit pour déverser l'eau vers l'extérieur. Super le coin bibliothèque avec le tapis par terre . Je suis toute ouïe et je me suis vue dans cette cabane si belle et chaleureuse 🤩 . Je viens juste de découvrir votre chaîne. Merci d'avoir partagé votre une petite partie de votre mode de vie . Super 👍
these videos are great, makes us feel like we right in there ,building right beside you,i have enjoyed every one,hopefully we'll get to be right along for gardening and building more stuff in the future,just wanna say thanks for bringing us along, thanks so much.
Well I can't imagine a more cozy setup than what you have built. Looks like you have all the necessities done and now just comes the luxuries. Bravo Shawn
Just "gemütlich". There is no simple translation for this German word, but what you created meets it perfectly. Hugs for Cali.
Essa cabana com chaminé, com teto coberto de neve, o barulho do vento, café quentinho, Cali pedindo carinho, essa solidão ,o aconchego dessa poltrona, um diário,uma caneta. e um silencioso pensamento!
Boa noite, bons sonhos e aquele abraço!!!
Hi Shawn, watching this video I can't help but feel a deep sense of envy mixed with admiration for the taste and skill with which you are decorating your cabin while Cali keeps your chair warm. I guess the electricity comes from solar panels and batteries without inverters, the light in the interior shots is excellent. Cheers!
The book shelf and end table both turned out fantastic!!
Unbelievable how you are self-sufficient in doing whatever you need to live a good life. Cozy and nice place with Cali and books of your preference. Outstanding!!
What an absolutely beautiful home you’ve created. I can’t wait for the next video. Thanks for sharing. Love Cali.
This home is just beautiful.
Look forward every week, your place is coming together. Outstanding work Shawn