Hi Leah, just wanted to say that my mother bought a property a year ago, she doesn't have a ton of money so had to settle with one with lots of issues that she couldn't afford to resolve herself. I've learnt how to do so much for her property because of all of your helpful videos. I've skimmed her walls, fitted new skirting boards, retiled her kitchen & bathroom and layed new flooring, only using your tips. I will always support your videos, god bless you. oh and this is awesome :) I'm going camping this summer so I'll have a go at this too!
I love this channel. Jack of all trades needs to be renamed Jane of all trades. You were born to teach. Whenever I watch your videos I always feel like novices can understand by the way you break down the steps and make them easy to follow.
I love that you take time to describe the details and reasons behind them ... from tick sticks to soda can stoves... they're all so watchable.. thanks for the uploads.
If you have not received any awards for your endless contributions to RUclips DIY enthusiasts, then its is time for your nominations to begin. You should be recognized for your hard work sharing your knowledge on vocational skills to millions out there who use your instructions every day to help millions of others who couldn't do for themselves. You are priceless to my family and I am certain I do not speak alone. Thank You Leah. The Kimbrell Family.
For more than 10yrs now, I have loved Leah, She responds to her followers. After, my parents home came to me. Your video's have been a blessing to me, from tools to project's. And, the savings tremendous. I get so excited watching and putting into practice what I've learned. Truly a diyers dream. Thank God for you and all you do Leah. Stay safe.
Leah, you're a born teacher. Such a calm and encouraging voice, and helpful step by step instructions. (Also, no distracting music in the background like so many other how-to videos!!) I've learned so much from your videos, and have done a lot of work myself instead of hiring others to do it. Thank you!
Leah, I so enjoy and learn from your generous videos. Thank you for all of you teach, particularly for this single gal who values independence and knowledge. Can't wait to try to make this little stove. I have all the supplies except the insulation, and I bet some of that is up in the attic. Every time I watch one of your videos, I learn from it. Thank you again Leah!
These are common in backpacking. I use one during the summer months. There is nothing to break and they make no noise which I like. They are also very light. I use Heet in mine. Heet is used in cars as a dry gas, reduces water in the winter. They sell titanium ones on Amazon for over 50.00. Great video. Thanks
I have no need or desire to make this thing, but because you were the one making it I stayed and watch because you always show so many interesting ideas 😁
In all my years of camping, which are more than I wanna mention, I've never seen one of these, and I really wish I had. We are very dedicated to tent camping and one of these would have come in handy many times. Thank you for putting this on your Channel. I always enjoy your videos and never fail to learn something. The day I watched your vacuum cleaner belt video, like you, I couldn't believe people didn't know to check the belt. We got a chuckle out of it until we realized how sad it was. I look forward to watching your videos and can't wait to see what you come up with next.
In my opinion, you are the Carl Sagan of DIY( maybe This Old Tony shares this compliment). The calmness you exude is just great. Not to mention the common sense knowledge that is lacking in so much of life today. You remind me of the best teachers and mentors I have had the fortune of having in my life. I appreciate your vision!
Just found this video & I love it!! I'm going to make some with my grandsons-I think this will make an awesome 4-H project, not to mention very handy when we lose power! Thank you much!!
I love your videos you are the only one learn from.🥰👍. You are absolutely amazing. God has truly blessed you with this swarm of knowledge. And you really care about us. Thank you for being down to earth and real. Love you Leah God Bless you 😇😃
Hi Leah I had my wife look at some of your videos. She was amazed how you explain everything. Now your are my handyman you can fix anything if you don’t know what to do look at Leah videos. 👍👍
23 year army vet here. For the jobs I did, small was best, except for ammunition load, so an old tobacco tin stove served me well for many an op, the same tin all through. Fits nicely in the smock pocket (provided it's cold) with your hexiblocs kindling etc. Great piece of kit.
Hi Leah , watched this video this morning and even though I can''t do many of the things I have always done in wood ect but I spent today watching all your tips ect and have had a great day with u even though for now a hospital bed is my shop. thank u for a good day:)
I've made close to ten of these over the years, and still have most of them. But I watched this video anyway just because I always like to compare notes and your presentations are always very good. The one you made is this video is far prettier in it's finish than any I've ever made. Lol Great job!
You are awesome. Your videos are great on so many levels. I like watching them sometimes just to relax and unwind, sometimes for a project, and sometimes for the company. Thank you.
Well that's pretty neat. Never seen one of those. Makes me wonder what else I don't know? Now I see why your going to hit a half a million subs soon. You are becoming a big tooth in the RUclips gear train. Good for you!
A golden Virginia tobacco tin and a few paraffin blocks (dry sticks etc) is all you need. It fits neatly into your pocket (once it's cold) and easy to make. Mine lasted me 23 years, firing my military service. Smaller than the issue stove and just as good.
Such a cute little stove! I didn't think it would get that hot. I'm very impressed. I'm going to make a couple to carry in my emergency toolbox in my car. They could be a life saver.
A great introductory video on these handy little stoves. It really does look like quite a nice little hobby that can come in handy. You did a very neat job and bet it didn't take long, but people might be surprised that there are a few youtube channels that take these very seriously. One of my favorites is "tetkoba's Alcohol Stove Addict" high precision complex designs made with artisanship with an emphasis on safety. I find them quite entertaining just to watch- but anyone thinking about picking this up as a hobby can see there is a lot of room for creativity in it and learn some additional tips and techniques.
I don't have a need for one, but it was fun watching you make it and watching it light up at the end. What a neat project for kids who want to go camping, etc. Nice video!
Thank you Leah...! I've heard the term, "Penny-Stoves", but I never knew what they looked like, nor especially, how to make one! Thank You, Leah ! You're very SPECIAL ! Thank you...I "CAN DO THIS"😀
I just stumbled upon your channel and immediately subscribed. This project is one I'll be adding to my Hurricane Survival gear (gulf coast or "hurricane central"). I have a lot of DIY projects coming up and so far it looks like divine intervention that I found this channel! Thanks!
I've been making these can stoves obsessively for years and subscribed to your channel before I knew you made them too. Now that I've seen this, it just figures - of course you'd make can stoves as well! I'm not sure if you've gone down the rabbit hole yet, but there are some amazing youtube channels out there devoted entirely to clever stove designs like this, lots of fun to nerd out on. Hope you're having a great day so far!
Well done ma'am ,as usually You make the instructions clear and understandable. Every time I turn on your videos I learn something new and useful. Thanks.
A friend likes to make stoves like this as small as he can. Smallest one so far that works well enough to boil a cup of tea is the size of a .22 rifle shell.
That's really nice. I made one a few years ago I keep in my emergency kit so I can boil water for coffee if the electricity goes out. Yours looks better since you sanded and polished it so well :)
Hi Leah, nice popcan stove demo, cheap an cheerful to make. I have made several of these , but didn't use epoxy to seal just to keep cost down ,and had no leaks. I also tried smaller holes ,for better flame pattern.Results 2 cups of water brought to a boil in approximately 4 min. What a great little stove you made, just about foolproof ,reliable, light ,and best of All costs virtually nothing. Thanks Leah, your a star.Best wishe's. Stuart.uk.
It's so easy...once you know how! Excellent video! It's your construction techniques and tips that make it simple. The addition of the fiberglass and the penny are pure genius. I also like the pot stand that you made. I can't wait to make one on my day off. Thanks.
Leah, I recently needed to reduce my subscriptions in the YTube and a full dump of everything. Yours was the very first subscription I refilled. Why? Because I NEVER fail to learn something from you. Thank you so much for teaching us all..
Thank you. I always wanted to know how to use power tools. But my father’s generation didn’t think it was lady like. I’m now 61 and am going to try and master miter cuts. I like crown molding and make my own picture frames. That’s a skill I can use.
That’s a very ingenious little stove that you made there, Leah. Really would come in handy in a difficult situation, like a power outage, a hurricane, or anything else in that order.
Who says an old dog can't learn new tricks? lol. Hi Leah, You just taught me two new tricks, lol. Awesome great video. Thank you for sharing. I truly hope you are having a Blessed Summer.
I DO cook with it in my van. Alcohol does explode. It is so much safer. I save space since my van is small. I make these and they are wonderful. It can burn for an hour or more on a full load. Great video. I recommend these. I use 91% and even 70% RUBBING Alcohol.
That is a great idea and I have seen some of the alcohol stoves in some videos where the user made a fire using those types of stoves to heat up water, or to cook on and that is one item I need to get to add to my backpack. I thank you for showing us how to make one of those alcohol stoves and how it can be used.
Another great video. Thank You! My previous builds like that didn’t work well for me but since I love all Swedish things, I opted for the world famous Trangia alcohol stove and cook set. Still good to know how to make your own though!
Mark Pinther As a kid we made them one year for a bbq at the beach, used small coffee cans. Slightly different design, but 100 years ago it would have been easy to find I think.
This is a really cool stove. I made some by myself, they are cheap as dirt, more lightweight as anything you can buy and easy to use. Just a few tips in addition: Dilute your alcohol with 5% to 10% of water. This will avoid ugly sut on your pot or cup. You don't need to clean the paint off of the cans. It will stink the first time you fire it up, but that's all. Just don't inhale it. You don't need to glue the halves together. There's fire all over the place with this little stove, so there's no need to seal it up. This spares you the holes in the middle and the penny. If you don't have a drill, you can poke the holes with a nail against a rigid stick. Works with a little practice. With such a weak stove, you want to concentrate your heat. An empty soup can cut into shape that it allows fresh air in and hot fumes out will easily double your efficiency. If you don't have fibre glass insulation, use cotton pads. They work fine. To get your stove started, just spill a few drops (literally) of fuel next to it on the ground. It will go off like a rocket.
It's great to see what you can do with things that most people discard with little or no thought. It shows how very wasteful our lifestyle can be in relation to people who are less fortunate and who live a basic life.
You could cut the bottom of another can to use as a snuffer to put out the fire. Also, perhaps a slightly larger container that can be sealed, for leakproof fumeproof storage and transport - a plastic container could do, if you remember to let the stove cool enough before storage.
I've made a few of them myself. But I didn't use a drill or anything but pliers and a pair of scissors. My method involves a strip of aluminum as a spacer around the center ring with notches cut I to it for flow. Also the ones I make have an open center with a sort of grill cover as its inner cover
Hi Leah from near Peterborough, Ontario, Canada.....we often have power outages, mostly in the Winter when we have an Ice Storm. I buy the chafing dish fuel cans pre-filled with either Gel, or liquid with a wick which come with a pop off or a screw off lid aka Canned Heat. You normally see these at a Buffet-style function or gathering. They're used under the chafing dishes to keep the food hot by the Servers. Anyhow, I always carry at least one can of this type of fuel in my Glove box of my Vehicle in the winter, just to be on the safe side in case I get stuck in the snow, etc. Thankfully this only happened once in all my years of driving, and it kept me nice and warm until help arrived (crack the windows just a tad for safety tho while they're lit). During one of our power outages last winter, I didn't feel like digging my way through the raging storm to get to my garage so I could get my Propane Coleman stove. So I opened a 20 oz can of soup, dumping the soup into a pot. I then rinsed the soup can out, and using the old type of can punch, punched some holes in the bottom of the can where the lid was still in tact. I took the Canned Fuel, the hole-punched can, and the pot filled with cold soup out to my front step which is cement. I lit the Canned Fuel, placing the hole-punched can over top. Then I placed my pot with soup on top of that. I watched it carefully of course, stirring the soup often to bring it to a boil, which didn't take long. I tell ya' that had to be the best canned soup I've ever eaten lol, and I just wanted to mention this idea too because it was so simple. And I'm fairly certain that when in a "pinch" like I was, others could make a quick "soup can stand" to fit over their Penny stove which looks similar to the Chafing dish "canned heat" I mentioned above or their Penny Stove. I really enjoy your video's Leah. You are an AWESOME Teacher Leah, and Thank you so very much for sharing your wonderful talents with all of us on Your Channel.
Leah, you are like the Bob Ross of DIY stuff... so calm, such a relaxing experience to watch and listen to, and you teach so effortlessly!
That's a perfect analogy!
That is perfect! Thanks for sharing the thought
Hi Leah, just wanted to say that my mother bought a property a year ago, she doesn't have a ton of money so had to settle with one with lots of issues that she couldn't afford to resolve herself. I've learnt how to do so much for her property because of all of your helpful videos. I've skimmed her walls, fitted new skirting boards, retiled her kitchen & bathroom and layed new flooring, only using your tips.
I will always support your videos, god bless you.
oh and this is awesome :) I'm going camping this summer so I'll have a go at this too!
Heck yeah! D I T T Os !!
Glad to hear you're able to help Mom out with the repairs. Way to go!
Leah, you're the best. Saved me about a grand on house repairs (mostly other people's labor I didn't need to hire).
@@seejanedrill how much denatured alcohol to use
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Dad, grandpa, mom, home economics, and shop teacher all in one. Wonderful channel and host.
I love this channel. Jack of all trades needs to be renamed Jane of all trades. You were born to teach. Whenever I watch your videos I always feel like novices can understand by the way you break down the steps and make them easy to follow.
How did I live without your awesomeness! Love, love your videos!
It's always encouraging to here you say 'you can do this'. Love the videos.
I love that you take time to describe the details and reasons behind them ... from tick sticks to soda can stoves... they're all so watchable.. thanks for the uploads.
You always teach so well, making seemingly impossible tasks clearly possible. Can't thank you enough!
You make it a joy to learn new things. You dont talk down to people, or assume they know anything first. Your a perfect teacher.
If you have not received any awards for your endless contributions to RUclips DIY enthusiasts, then its is time for your nominations to begin. You should be recognized for your hard work sharing your knowledge on vocational skills to millions out there who use your instructions every day to help millions of others who couldn't do for themselves. You are priceless to my family and I am certain I do not speak alone. Thank You Leah. The Kimbrell Family.
For more than 10yrs now, I have loved Leah, She responds to her followers. After, my parents home came to me. Your video's have been a blessing to me, from tools to project's. And, the savings tremendous. I get so excited watching and putting into practice what I've learned. Truly a diyers dream. Thank God for you and all you do Leah. Stay safe.
Hi Leah i live in the uk and really enjoy your videos very educational
Leah, you're a born teacher. Such a calm and encouraging voice, and helpful step by step instructions. (Also, no distracting music in the background like so many other how-to videos!!) I've learned so much from your videos, and have done a lot of work myself instead of hiring others to do it. Thank you!
It's always nice to hear about the diy success of viewer. Way to go!
This is so cool. I never fail to learn something new from you, Leah. You are a true gem in the diy world.
I've seen several different instructions on how to construct these stoves, but yours was probably the clearest. Well done, Leah.
Thank you
Leah, I so enjoy and learn from your generous videos. Thank you for all of you teach, particularly for this single gal who values independence and knowledge. Can't wait to try to make this little stove. I have all the supplies except the insulation, and I bet some of that is up in the attic. Every time I watch one of your videos, I learn from it. Thank you again Leah!
Thanks for showing us how to make it. you make everything really easy for us to understand
These are common in backpacking. I use one during the summer months. There is nothing to break and they make no noise which I like. They are also very light. I use Heet in mine. Heet is used in cars as a dry gas, reduces water in the winter. They sell titanium ones on Amazon for over 50.00. Great video. Thanks
I have no need or desire to make this thing, but because you were the one making it I stayed and watch because you always show so many interesting ideas 😁
In all my years of camping, which are more than I wanna mention, I've never seen one of these, and I really wish I had. We are very dedicated to tent camping and one of these would have come in handy many times. Thank you for putting this on your Channel. I always enjoy your videos and never fail to learn something.
The day I watched your vacuum cleaner belt video, like you, I couldn't believe people didn't know to check the belt. We got a chuckle out of it until we realized how sad it was.
I look forward to watching your videos and can't wait to see what you come up with next.
Thank you, Leah, you have become very dear to me!
It's late but I need to hear her say "this is the thing..."
So soothing. So confident!
In my opinion, you are the Carl Sagan of DIY( maybe This Old Tony shares this compliment). The calmness you exude is just great. Not to mention the common sense knowledge that is lacking in so much of life today. You remind me of the best teachers and mentors I have had the fortune of having in my life. I appreciate your vision!
Thank you for your kind words
WOWWW!!!! lol Flooring installer of 10 years here, and I learn so much from you. Love your videos
Just found this video & I love it!! I'm going to make some with my grandsons-I think this will make an awesome 4-H project, not to mention very handy when we lose power!
Thank you much!!
I love your videos you are the only one learn from.🥰👍. You are absolutely amazing. God has truly blessed you with this swarm of knowledge. And you really care about us. Thank you for being down to earth and real. Love you Leah God Bless you 😇😃
Great video leah. The only video I have come across that explains how to make a penny/ soda can stove properly and simply many thanks for sharing
Leah you are such a great teacher, God gave you talents that few have, thank you for sharing with us.
Thank you...I appreciate the kind words.
Hi Leah I had my wife look at some of your videos. She was amazed how you explain everything. Now your are my handyman you can fix anything if you don’t know what to do look at Leah videos. 👍👍
Great job Leah. Had one of these years ago and had forgotten about how handy it was. Now I gotta make one for me and one for my son. Thanks Leah.
Thank you for taking the time to show us so many things in a short video !
Methylated spirits is the equivalent fuel for the UK 👍
Great video Leah!
23 year army vet here. For the jobs I did, small was best, except for ammunition load, so an old tobacco tin stove served me well for many an op, the same tin all through. Fits nicely in the smock pocket (provided it's cold) with your hexiblocs kindling etc. Great piece of kit.
Hi Leah , watched this video this morning and even though I can''t do many of the things I have always done in wood ect but I spent today watching all your tips ect and have had a great day with u even though for now a hospital bed is my shop. thank u for a good day:)
I hope you're on the mend. Youll be in my dailey prayer.
I've made close to ten of these over the years, and still have most of them. But I watched this video anyway just because I always like to compare notes and your presentations are always very good.
The one you made is this video is far prettier in it's finish than any I've ever made. Lol
Great job!
scrubbing off the paint gussies it up!🙂
You are awesome. Your videos are great on so many levels. I like watching them sometimes just to relax and unwind, sometimes for a project, and sometimes for the company. Thank you.
Leah, your looking happier and more energetic every time I watch one of your new videos 👍🏽💯%
Thanks Leah, always enjoy watching and learning. You are a Gem!
Wow, I was impressed by the flame once you turned the lights dimmer;
Looks quite capable of generating some evenly dispersed powerful heat.
Thanks.
Well that's pretty neat. Never seen one of those. Makes me wonder what else I don't know? Now I see why your going to hit a half a million subs soon. You are becoming a big tooth in the RUclips gear train. Good for you!
Thanks Lee
A golden Virginia tobacco tin and a few paraffin blocks (dry sticks etc) is all you need. It fits neatly into your pocket (once it's cold) and easy to make. Mine lasted me 23 years, firing my military service. Smaller than the issue stove and just as good.
Will make me a couple for my emergency backpack. Gotta be prepared out here in Calif too many earthquakes going on recently. 👍👍 Thank you Leah
Such a cute little stove! I didn't think it would get that hot. I'm very impressed. I'm going to make a couple to carry in my emergency toolbox in my car. They could be a life saver.
You are very good and thorough at what you do! God bless !! Wishes from India 🇮🇳
A great introductory video on these handy little stoves. It really does look like quite a nice little hobby that can come in handy. You did a very neat job and bet it didn't take long, but people might be surprised that there are a few youtube channels that take these very seriously. One of my favorites is "tetkoba's Alcohol Stove Addict" high precision complex designs made with artisanship with an emphasis on safety. I find them quite entertaining just to watch- but anyone thinking about picking this up as a hobby can see there is a lot of room for creativity in it and learn some additional tips and techniques.
Leah - you are just plain awesome! Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
I don't have a need for one, but it was fun watching you make it and watching it light up at the end. What a neat project for kids who want to go camping, etc. Nice video!
I so enjoy your delivery of these topics.
Leah, thank you for your videos. Very enjoyable. And thank you for your instructions in layman’s terms. We love you from Connecticut.
Thank you Leah...! I've heard the term, "Penny-Stoves", but I never knew what they looked like, nor especially, how to make one! Thank You, Leah ! You're very SPECIAL ! Thank you...I "CAN DO THIS"😀
You are such a good teacher Leah. Thank you - from Australia.
I just stumbled upon your channel and immediately subscribed. This project is one I'll be adding to my Hurricane Survival gear (gulf coast or "hurricane central"). I have a lot of DIY projects coming up and so far it looks like divine intervention that I found this channel! Thanks!
As usual, Leah, you knock it outta that park!
Thanks Hugh
I still haven’t found one of your videos I don’t like, SUPER HELPFUL thanks for sharing
Dear Leah, your stove warm. My soul. God bless you!!!
Oh, this is so cool! I never heard of a penney stove before. Thanks for your careful and complete instructions -- even I could do this!
Thanks for another great how to video! I always look forward to them 🙂
That's awesome Leah. Never heard of a Penny Stove before. Definitely gonna try this to taking camping!
I've been making these can stoves obsessively for years and subscribed to your channel before I knew you made them too. Now that I've seen this, it just figures - of course you'd make can stoves as well! I'm not sure if you've gone down the rabbit hole yet, but there are some amazing youtube channels out there devoted entirely to clever stove designs like this, lots of fun to nerd out on. Hope you're having a great day so far!
I keep watching this. Its soothing.
Leah, you are so cool !. I love learning from you. You're a wonderful teacher. Thank you. ♥️
It's perfect temperature for bending PVC pipes, when you burn isopropanol in it
Suraj Grewal yes tested..
Did not know that. Great tip!
How much? And % ??
Leah everybody loves you you need your own TV show I'm going to pray that you get it.you are the most wonderful person
Well done ma'am ,as usually You make the instructions clear and understandable. Every time I turn on your videos I learn something new and useful. Thanks.
Way cool 😎 it’s an awesome project to do with your child or grandchildren.. thanks for being awesome 😎
Great video Leah . Love and respect from Greece.
Love your videos, they are very informative. I've made these (penny stoves) and used them to boil water !
You're such a lovely lady. Thanks for breaking the instructions down to simple for me. Going to build one.
Leah, I thank you for all great tips and ideas you gave me.espeacially the pocket stove that’s a good one..I wish you well my friend.👍
A friend likes to make stoves like this as small as he can.
Smallest one so far that works well enough to boil a cup of tea is the size of a .22 rifle shell.
That's really nice. I made one a few years ago I keep in my emergency kit so I can boil water for coffee if the electricity goes out. Yours looks better since you sanded and polished it so well :)
Hi Leah, nice popcan stove demo, cheap an cheerful to make. I have made several of these , but didn't use epoxy to seal just to keep cost down ,and had no leaks. I also tried smaller holes ,for better flame pattern.Results 2 cups of water brought to a boil in approximately 4 min. What a great little stove you made, just about foolproof ,reliable, light ,and best of All costs virtually nothing. Thanks Leah, your a star.Best wishe's. Stuart.uk.
It's so easy...once you know how! Excellent video! It's your construction techniques and tips that make it simple. The addition of the fiberglass and the penny are pure genius. I also like the pot stand that you made. I can't wait to make one on my day off. Thanks.
Leah, I recently needed to reduce my subscriptions in the YTube and a full dump of everything. Yours was the very first subscription I refilled. Why? Because I NEVER fail to learn something from you. Thank you so much for teaching us all..
Thank you. I always wanted to know how to use power tools. But my father’s generation didn’t think it was lady like. I’m now 61 and am going to try and master miter cuts. I like crown molding and make my own picture frames. That’s a skill I can use.
I've seen many videos on making these but this is the best step by step one I've come across!
If we only had this at our scout boys time. Thank you Leah
Greetings from Vienna
That’s a very ingenious little stove that you made there, Leah. Really would come in handy in a difficult situation, like a power outage, a hurricane, or anything else in that order.
Can’t wait to see what other cool things you’re going to whip up or show us how to do.
Who says an old dog can't learn new tricks? lol. Hi Leah, You just taught me two new tricks, lol. Awesome great video. Thank you for sharing. I truly hope you are having a Blessed Summer.
Thank you
Hey Leah, Another great project idea. That is so cool...I should say “hot.” Thanks again for sharing!
I DO cook with it in my van. Alcohol does explode. It is so much safer. I save space since my van is small. I make these and they are wonderful. It can burn for an hour or more on a full load. Great video. I recommend these. I use 91% and even 70% RUBBING Alcohol.
Wonderful job, great teacher, ingenious little device, love it!
Anybody remember making buddy burners in Girl Scouts using tuna cans, rolled up cardboard and melted wax?
I like your videos. keep up the great work! I've been watching them for quite a while and I think you're a very nice woman and very knowledgeable.
What a wonderful thing this lovely person, learned so much and keep learning every day, thank you '!!!!!
That is a great idea and I have seen some of the alcohol stoves in some videos where the user made a fire using those types of stoves to heat up water, or to cook on and that is one item I need to get to add to my backpack. I thank you for showing us how to make one of those alcohol stoves and how it can be used.
Another great video. Thank You! My previous builds like that didn’t work well for me but since I love all Swedish things, I opted for the world famous Trangia alcohol stove and cook set. Still good to know how to make your own though!
Mark Pinther As a kid we made them one year for a bbq at the beach, used small coffee cans. Slightly different design, but 100 years ago it would have been easy to find I think.
My favorite video so far thanks Leah
This is a really cool stove. I made some by myself, they are cheap as dirt, more lightweight as anything you can buy and easy to use. Just a few tips in addition:
Dilute your alcohol with 5% to 10% of water. This will avoid ugly sut on your pot or cup.
You don't need to clean the paint off of the cans. It will stink the first time you fire it up, but that's all. Just don't inhale it.
You don't need to glue the halves together. There's fire all over the place with this little stove, so there's no need to seal it up. This spares you the holes in the middle and the penny.
If you don't have a drill, you can poke the holes with a nail against a rigid stick. Works with a little practice.
With such a weak stove, you want to concentrate your heat. An empty soup can cut into shape that it allows fresh air in and hot fumes out will easily double your efficiency.
If you don't have fibre glass insulation, use cotton pads. They work fine.
To get your stove started, just spill a few drops (literally) of fuel next to it on the ground. It will go off like a rocket.
Thanks for the great video Leah! You are an awesome teacher.
It's great to see what you can do with things that most people discard with little or no thought. It shows how very wasteful our lifestyle can be in relation to people who are less fortunate and who live a basic life.
So glad I just found your channel. Great instructions and tips! And I like your easy-going style. Very well done. Thank you!
Great production values! I like who you're working with, now. And such a cool idea.
You could cut the bottom of another can to use as a snuffer to put out the fire. Also, perhaps a slightly larger container that can be sealed, for leakproof fumeproof storage and transport - a plastic container could do, if you remember to let the stove cool enough before storage.
I've made a few of them myself. But I didn't use a drill or anything but pliers and a pair of scissors. My method involves a strip of aluminum as a spacer around the center ring with notches cut I to it for flow. Also the ones I make have an open center with a sort of grill cover as its inner cover
Great project for my 14yr old nephew to build, then we can enjoy a coffee while fishing! Thanks!!
*Nice work Brother! I will have to try this out for my next camping trip.*
I’m at Home Depot now Leah getting all of the parts because I’m going to make a couple of stoves myself great idea
As always, another great learning video.
Thank You.
What a wonderful video. I really enjoyed it.
Hi Leah from near Peterborough, Ontario, Canada.....we often have power outages, mostly in the Winter when we have an Ice Storm. I buy the chafing dish fuel cans pre-filled with either Gel, or liquid with a wick which come with a pop off or a screw off lid aka Canned Heat. You normally see these at a Buffet-style function or gathering. They're used under the chafing dishes to keep the food hot by the Servers. Anyhow, I always carry at least one can of this type of fuel in my Glove box of my Vehicle in the winter, just to be on the safe side in case I get stuck in the snow, etc. Thankfully this only happened once in all my years of driving, and it kept me nice and warm until help arrived (crack the windows just a tad for safety tho while they're lit). During one of our power outages last winter, I didn't feel like digging my way through the raging storm to get to my garage so I could get my Propane Coleman stove. So I opened a 20 oz can of soup, dumping the soup into a pot. I then rinsed the soup can out, and using the old type of can punch, punched some holes in the bottom of the can where the lid was still in tact. I took the Canned Fuel, the hole-punched can, and the pot filled with cold soup out to my front step which is cement. I lit the Canned Fuel, placing the hole-punched can over top. Then I placed my pot with soup on top of that. I watched it carefully of course, stirring the soup often to bring it to a boil, which didn't take long. I tell ya' that had to be the best canned soup I've ever eaten lol, and I just wanted to mention this idea too because it was so simple. And I'm fairly certain that when in a "pinch" like I was, others could make a quick "soup can stand" to fit over their Penny stove which looks similar to the Chafing dish "canned heat" I mentioned above or their Penny Stove. I really enjoy your video's Leah. You are an AWESOME Teacher Leah, and Thank you so very much for sharing your wonderful talents with all of us on Your Channel.
I really appreciate your taking the time to share your story. I love your soup can idea!