Settling down in the new house and celebrating Christmas, little renovation update

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  • Settling down in the new house and celebrating Christmas, little renovation update
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Комментарии • 680

  • @ScandishHome
    @ScandishHome  3 года назад +155

    Thank you so much for watching! Hope you guys are well! Happy New Year to you! 🤗💟🌲

    • @susannaflangini5422
      @susannaflangini5422 3 года назад +1

      Happy new year’s 🎄

    • @dianeadams353
      @dianeadams353 3 года назад +3

      This is one of my favorite videos, Noemi! So sweet, the way it doesn’t matter if the moving and renovation are not finished, your home is so full of happiness this will be a Christmas you will all remember! I especially love the significance of each gift, thoughtfully chosen and given.♥️♥️♥️

    • @TarotRosetta
      @TarotRosetta 3 года назад +2

      Love love love your beautiful channel, Noemi ❤

    • @baszot7788
      @baszot7788 3 года назад

      Happy new year! Could you please let us know why you mostly cook GF and your adaptation onto recipes!? Thanks 🙏🏼

    • @mags286
      @mags286 3 года назад

      Happy New Year 🥳🤗💚

  • @Snitzler4710
    @Snitzler4710 3 года назад +48

    You’re the kind of mom that creates long-lasting Christmas memories for her family. YOU are a very special lady and I hope you always remember your worth. Happy Holidays Noemi and best wishes to you in 2021.

  • @yanesthi
    @yanesthi 3 года назад +72

    You just moved but your new house already looks so cozy and warm. I can not wait to see the process of the renovation.

  • @TarotRosetta
    @TarotRosetta 3 года назад +101

    I just LOVE your channel for so many reasons: Your beautiful personality, your simple style and ability to make such a simple yet warm and cozy home, and the inspiration to clean (as I just hate chores and need that little push). Thank you for being you, and happy new year!

    • @ScandishHome
      @ScandishHome  3 года назад +6

      Thank you so much and I appreciate your kind words so much! Happy new Year! 🤗💗💗

    • @TarotRosetta
      @TarotRosetta 3 года назад +5

      @@ScandishHome You're so welcome. You bring happiness to my day with every video. ❤🌟🌈

  • @campoida
    @campoida 2 года назад +2

    Watching your more recent videos, the renovations have dramatically changed your home . It looks wonderful.

  • @amywalker3267
    @amywalker3267 3 года назад +18

    We celebrate on Christmas Eve too. This has been a tradition my whole life. On Christmas morning we cook a big breakfast and then spend the rest of the day enjoying our gifts, eating leftovers and being as lazy as we want !!

  • @tg3609
    @tg3609 3 года назад +29

    So happy to see you back! The views out your windows are amazing. 🌲🌲🌲

  • @saorieubanks4404
    @saorieubanks4404 3 года назад +13

    Hahaha when your husband says "what are you doing? We are in the same team!" You guys are hilarious 🤣 😆 😂

  • @dyosaayra9866
    @dyosaayra9866 3 года назад +30

    Your family is so happy I'm done watching it can't get enough of it

    • @ScandishHome
      @ScandishHome  3 года назад +2

      Thank you for watching and have a fantastic day to you! 🤗💟

  • @whohash83
    @whohash83 3 года назад +28

    Your new home is going to be so beautiful! I'm excited to be along for the ride of renovations! 😍

  • @jinxie228
    @jinxie228 3 года назад +2

    LOVE!!!! The ending is priceless! Fun times!!!!

  • @teresablais8005
    @teresablais8005 3 года назад +8

    Never seen a house going through a major remodel, look so warm and charming. What a gift you have. Thinking of you often as you go through the grueling process of moving and house repairs. Much love to you.

  • @carole3680
    @carole3680 3 года назад +43

    I hope your home inspection included the flue and chimney.

    • @cathybell2899
      @cathybell2899 3 года назад

      That's what I was thinking too. We had a small chimney fire in our first house ... we didn't know about creasote build-up in the flue, and that it could catch fire!

  • @elpidalazaridou1425
    @elpidalazaridou1425 3 года назад +16

    I love all your videos and I was waiting for your new house!!!! So good to have you back! You have a great family! Greetings from Greece!!!!!

  • @saartjekeizerin
    @saartjekeizerin 3 года назад

    Tip: use a ball of newspaper to dry shrub the window of the fire place. It gets off all the 'flamedust'. Looks beautiful, you already made the house more beautiful.

  • @tinalemna7998
    @tinalemna7998 3 года назад +47

    I was thinking of you this morning. You’ve made a lot of progress already! Happy New Year Noemi 💫🌟⭐️

  • @lindaroberts2282
    @lindaroberts2282 3 года назад +17

    Oh thank you for the giggles; loved all the running around! So happy for you and your family; the house reno will be so fun to watch along the way. Happy New Year from Texas!

  • @DR-gy2lv
    @DR-gy2lv 3 года назад +8

    Noemi ,please make longer videos! We love them!❤️🥂🎄🍾

  • @breanne2117
    @breanne2117 3 года назад

    I'm sure several people have said this, but make sure you clean your chimney once a year and don't burn pine in it. Pine coats the fireplace with tar and it will catch fire. I just helped a friend do cleanup on a house fire that started in her chimney. The fire burned half her house, the water ruined the rest. So excited to see all your renovations! Nice big kitchen!

  • @nelh6963
    @nelh6963 3 года назад +1

    Hey Noemi, maybe someone in the comments told you before, but I have a tip for you to clean the window of the fireplace easy and without chemical cleaners: take a towel or something, make it wet and dip the wet towel into the ashes of the fireplace. Then clear the window with that. Maybe you have to go on the window again just with warer at the end, but that works amazing!

    • @celeste_2083
      @celeste_2083 3 года назад

      Ashes are great for cleaning

  • @julianne0104
    @julianne0104 3 года назад

    I hope you recreate your kitchen from your old house to your new house. It was clean, convenient and organized

  • @Amy-il3cl
    @Amy-il3cl 3 года назад

    Noemi, an easy way to clean the glass on the fireplace....crumble a piece of newspaper, small bit of water on it and then dab it in the ashes. Scrub the glass and wipe clean!! Works great!!

  • @LaurikaBretherton
    @LaurikaBretherton 3 года назад +13

    Zsolt: what are you doing? We're on the same team! *hilarious!* thank you for sharing and good luck in your beautiful new home. Love from Sweden!

  • @consolw
    @consolw 3 года назад

    A little hint for you with the glass fire doors, scrunch up a bit of newspaper, dampen it a bit and dip it into the ash in the fireplace. Wipe the glass with that and they will come nice and clean easily. Works every time and is easy. Enjoy your new home!

  • @ruthlukes8397
    @ruthlukes8397 3 года назад

    Noemi I love your fireplace! An easy way to clean the inside of your fireplace room temperature glass window is to wet a paper towel with water, then dip it in used burnt wood ashes and rub it on, then wipe it off with a wet paper towel. I have been doing it for years at our cottage. It helps to get the dark smokey film off.

  • @luella2897
    @luella2897 3 года назад

    Helpful hint: to clean the inside of the fireplace glass doors: Use a damp cloth or paper towel and touch the cool ashes and use them to clean the glass! Then wipe off. Yes, it works really well !!! ( We heated with a Wood Buck stove for 36 years and it would really smoke up the glass doors.) So excited for your new home!!

  • @AeonSaint
    @AeonSaint 3 года назад

    That fireplace is AWESOME!!!

  • @stephaniepreston8352
    @stephaniepreston8352 3 года назад

    LOVED the Lego gift your son made - magical!

  • @jodycourt
    @jodycourt 3 года назад

    Love the propane torch for lighting the fireplace. That's how we do it for our fire heated sauna outside! Ohhhh, and I remember laser guns. What fun!

  • @afiq_maryam
    @afiq_maryam 3 года назад

    you treat the family very well and at the same time treating your viewers with a heartful video.. you are truly an amazing person! ❤❤❤

  • @sharondamongeot1439
    @sharondamongeot1439 3 года назад

    Your house looks like a really nice , cozy home !
    I have one recommendation. To clean the fireplace glass ..do it with a wet paper towel and dip it in the ashes then scrub the glass you will see how easy it cleans .

  • @heatherweber531
    @heatherweber531 3 года назад

    another really good fire starter is to put lint from the dryer inside a toilet paper/ paper towel tube and then wrap the tube in newspaper like you are making a Christmas cracker or wrapping a piece of candy. looks like everyone had a fun time in the new house.

  • @ruthtorphy2204
    @ruthtorphy2204 3 года назад

    My brother has glass on his fire.He uses damp newspaper duped in ashes to clean it everyday. It works . Wishing you and family a wonder life in your new home☘️

  • @tinadunlap6171
    @tinadunlap6171 3 года назад

    Pine cones make great natural fire starters. Send the boys to look for them, the drier the better.

  • @shonawoodruffe4502
    @shonawoodruffe4502 3 года назад

    No paper needed to light the fire. As bad as my husband who has been known to start the fire with cooking spray🔥
    Lovely to see that you still have time for your creativity in the midst of the chaos.🤩

  • @amandarippy8990
    @amandarippy8990 3 года назад +7

    A good way to clean the glass is use some of your spray with some of the ashes and newspaper. That will help get the residue off from the fire. Can’t wait to see what you do with all the house.

    • @veronicasiam1163
      @veronicasiam1163 3 года назад +2

      I just wanted to recommend that too. 😅😂 I find it best to use black and white print, something about the toner seems to help. Can't tell you why though.

  • @dmdedoes
    @dmdedoes 3 года назад

    Cleaning tip: use the ashes from your wood fire, to clean the glass doors. Take a bowl of ash and add water until it forms a paste. Dip a strong kitchen towel into the ash. Rub the glass with the ash in a circular motion and gradually the marks will start to go.

  • @Lisa-yg9tn
    @Lisa-yg9tn 3 года назад

    Wow! The fireplace looks fantastic! This home will have your stamp on it in no time. Based on the condition of the home you may want a chimney sweep to come check it and clean it.

  • @astalabianca5557
    @astalabianca5557 3 года назад

    Such fun to see your progress. We also have a wood-burning fire place insert with glass doors. The best thing, by far, for cleaning the glass is to slightly dampen newspaper and dip it in the ashes from your fire. Rub that on the glass -- it's miraculous how beautifully and easily it cleans. Good luck.

  • @tina9289
    @tina9289 3 года назад +1

    Hello Noemi! First, I wish you a happy new Year! Take a damp paper and dab it on the ash; you will rub the inside of the glass clean with it. Best way to clean. 😊

  • @dianeb5309
    @dianeb5309 3 года назад

    I see others have commented on the chimney, I still must comment. It is very important that you have the chimney camera inspected. Especially if it is not lined with stainless pipe. If it is terra cotta it can have hairline cracks. You can have chimney fires without even knowing. I have had fireplaces and wood stoves for 36 years. It will not create energy efficient heat without a blower, but is still a nice ambiance.
    Also, easy way to clean the glass: dampen a piece of newspaper or paper towel and get some of the fireplace ashes on it. Rub and wipe the glass with
    that. It won’t scratch and no need for any glass cleaner. Love your videos!

  • @andreaharry690
    @andreaharry690 3 года назад

    The fireplace is beautiful and your family having fun with the toys was awesome. ❤

  • @marciasantos8194
    @marciasantos8194 3 года назад

    You are so cute!!!! Your face is great when you are lost in your new home.

  • @kathyorourke9273
    @kathyorourke9273 3 года назад

    So cute! Thanks! Those raspberry cookies make my mouth water!

  • @joseedumont3231
    @joseedumont3231 3 года назад

    Hey Noemie, if you want a tip to wash your glasses for the fireplace....take a wet paper towel, and dip it in cold ashes...and wash your glasses...it will wash in no time and very easy!

  • @loraraicheva3644
    @loraraicheva3644 3 года назад +3

    You don't need a shiny home to be cozy and happy , this is what I feel watching ❤️

  • @kristinaatgreenmeadowswede6714
    @kristinaatgreenmeadowswede6714 3 года назад +17

    🇸🇪 Hello from Sweden 🇸🇪
    I love the new fireplace Noemi, what a luxury to be able to watch the fire from two sides.. would love to have one like that myself...
    And what really surprised me was that hungarian people also have their main christmas celebration on Christmas Eve and not just we in Sweden and the other Scandinavian countries. I am so curious about all the project you are planning for your new house! 🏡🌲🏞️🌲Lots of Love 💖

    • @kucibaba
      @kucibaba 3 года назад +2

      In Poland main celebration is also on Christmas Eve:)

    • @TJ-kz1ul
      @TJ-kz1ul 3 года назад +2

      Hello from Canada. That surprises me as I am from Hungarian/Norwegian descent and I have always celebrated Christmas on Christmas Eve, even as a child. I didn't realize this was tradition from the countries my ancestors came from. =)

    • @51Lorie
      @51Lorie 3 года назад +1

      Oh yes, I am of Swedish decent, but born and raised in Wisconsin, USA, and we always celebrated Christmas Eve. Christmas morning was for seeing what was in our stockings and having a big turkey dinner later.

    • @MissCocoSays
      @MissCocoSays 3 года назад +3

      Czechia, Slovakia, Austria and Germany celebrate the 24th too 💃🏼

    • @tinak.718
      @tinak.718 3 года назад +1

      Greetings from Germany☺

  • @ivonnej6312
    @ivonnej6312 3 года назад

    You make it into a home so quickly and effortless...
    Tip for cleaning the fire place glass doors: use wet ash and rub with newspaper then wipe clean.
    Also keep the ash for garden or compost bin.💕

  • @debstephenson6573
    @debstephenson6573 3 года назад +1

    O, Holy night, the night our Savior was born! Love that 🎶

  • @crystinanna7829
    @crystinanna7829 2 года назад

    Haha you walking around trying to remember where something was. So funny. I love your happy attitude, even though house needs work- you still enjoyed with what you had🌟💛

  • @carolmiller6713
    @carolmiller6713 3 года назад

    You'll have it shaping up quickly. Just a tip - if you use some of the ashes from the fireplace to clean the glass doors it will take off the soot! Blessings on you and your family in your new home! ❤️

  • @diana8575
    @diana8575 3 года назад

    The fire ashes are good for the garden. Sprinkle a little bit here and there. That's what I do, and been doing it for more than 40 years. The plants love it.

  • @tanyal7122
    @tanyal7122 3 года назад

    I love you fireplace. Your home is coming together. I cannot wait to see what you do with your kitchen. ❤

  • @vk8202
    @vk8202 3 года назад

    If you put some of the fine Ash from the grate onto some damp paper towel you can use it to clean the glass. Works a treat. What a wonderful home you are creating. Its true what they say " home is where the heart is ". 😍❤🏘

  • @RogueGaming_YT12
    @RogueGaming_YT12 3 года назад

    You can clean your fire place windows with a damp cloth and the ashes of your fire place... works the best! Love from the Netherlands 😁

  • @ZinebMinimaliste
    @ZinebMinimaliste 3 года назад

    What beautiful fireplace with two sides 👍👍👍👍👌

  • @MO-ne5sr
    @MO-ne5sr 3 года назад +3

    Love it! Your sons are so thoughtful! I love the lego set, that’s such a wonderful idea 💡

  • @dianadriverasbury9130
    @dianadriverasbury9130 3 года назад

    That fireplace is absolutely gorgeous! I'm envious, lol. Always love your Christmas decorations and food.

  • @whomadethewordword5035
    @whomadethewordword5035 3 года назад +35

    Pls have the chimney cleaned as soon as possible, not knowing when it was last cleaned, a dirty chimney can cause a fire.

    • @jjandb1
      @jjandb1 3 года назад +3

      Ah yes! Am worried too as the rest of the home seems to perhaps need some TLC. Otherwise such a beautiful feature fireplace! So cozy! I love the new house so far, I can’t imagine kitchen and floors!

  • @whomadethewordword5035
    @whomadethewordword5035 3 года назад +4

    Would love to see before and after pictures side by side, can’t remember what the original fireplace looked like before it was painted.

  • @itbmedesiree
    @itbmedesiree 3 года назад +1

    You and your family literally make me so happy when I watch your videos. Your energy is amazing.❤

  • @jenniferjanes1589
    @jenniferjanes1589 3 года назад

    They look delicious. Talking about the cookies. This is going to be fun watching your home come together.

  • @WannabeCityGirl1
    @WannabeCityGirl1 3 года назад

    Your new house looks beautiful! I have a little tip for cleaning the glas of the fireplace. Just dip some wet paper towels in the old dry ash and then clean the glas with it! It works like magic! Greetings from Austria! Verena

  • @user-ed7si9no7i
    @user-ed7si9no7i 3 года назад

    We use a straight edge blade to first scrape off the window on our wood stove. It's much easier to clean it that way. Can't wait to see how the house is progressing.

  • @lynndubai4984
    @lynndubai4984 3 года назад

    That is the same laser game I gave my grandsons. It was perfect because my daughter has 4 boys age 12, 10, 9, and 5.

  • @waisanchan5850
    @waisanchan5850 3 года назад

    Very happy to see new videos being posted again. Such a cosy Christmas family celebration. Since the kitchen cabinets will be replaced, and the doors are not in good condition, it may be easier to remove the doors.

  • @simplycj5460
    @simplycj5460 3 года назад

    We had a giant snowball fight with soft indoor snowballs! So fun!

  • @jeanshimpeno45
    @jeanshimpeno45 3 года назад

    My aunt use to make those jelly filled cookies at Christmas time. I haven’t had one in years. That sure did bring back nice memories.

  • @eminabotonic4899
    @eminabotonic4899 3 года назад

    The best way to clean glass of fireplace is to put water ocer paper towel or special rag for that purpoise and then dip in the ashes. It cleans burnt glas and then clean rag to finish.

  • @royalscribecomments1303
    @royalscribecomments1303 3 года назад

    I know your going to make your house really nice and beautiful! I can't wait to see it all renovated!

  • @annebonny6442
    @annebonny6442 3 года назад

    You already make a home from this house. It is magic ;o) I also have a fireplace with glas door and for cleaning it I take a wet cloth and buff it with some ashes and it clean the doors very well. After that I just wipe it with a clean microfabric cloth. I wish you a wonderful time in your new home and ots of great memories. I can't wait to see what you'll make out of it. Take care!

  • @dyosaayra9866
    @dyosaayra9866 3 года назад +10

    I've been waiting for your vlogs I'm happy you upload now thank you Ms. Noemi ❤️❤️❤️

  • @dawnshipley1243
    @dawnshipley1243 3 года назад

    Paint the inside of your cupboards with a couple of coats of white primer. It will lighten it up a lot and is cheap.

  • @trece1998
    @trece1998 3 года назад

    I clean the glass of the fireplace with a special liquid for those glasses and use a scraper of those to clean the ceramic hob. they are also cleaned using the ash itself with a cloth.

  • @Onurtime
    @Onurtime 3 года назад

    That's so funny, I watched all those classics while cooking around Christmas too

  • @starlapadgett6736
    @starlapadgett6736 3 года назад

    Hi congrats on your new home. The best way to clean the glass doors on the fireplace is to wet a rag, paper towels or even newspaper then dip it in the ashes scrub then wipe with clean cloth the glass will shine :) also get a Metal bucket for cleaning up ashes in case of hot embers.

  • @andreastach3598
    @andreastach3598 3 года назад

    I always clean the windows of the fireplace with a damp cloth and ash. Greetings from Germany 😀

  • @Mesquita31
    @Mesquita31 3 года назад

    Congrats for the new house. A tip that help me a lot... it’s very easy to clean the chimney glass with a wet newspaper and some ash from the fire 🙂

  • @genniejefferson4414
    @genniejefferson4414 3 года назад

    Home look great and much bigger, you need more room. Happy for you. You’ll have to start a garden again. That looks delicious.

  • @plw7930
    @plw7930 3 года назад

    Lovely! Spray on Easy Off Oven cleaner works a charm on fireplace doors.

  • @mrstowanka
    @mrstowanka 3 года назад

    Dear Noemi, I've never written a comment, but I watch your videos with pleasure. I like so much how you cooperate with your children and you husband, it seems to me that you're not only a family but a team, too. I wish you all the best for this new year and your new home. I'm sure you'll be able to create something special! Many greetings from Italy 🤗🌟

  • @katalingerstenberger5866
    @katalingerstenberger5866 3 года назад

    Nagyon izgis, Noemi! Gratulalok, jol nez ki a haz, es tudom, szuper lesz, mikor mindent renovaltok!🥳👌🏻🤗

  • @mariannstrobl350
    @mariannstrobl350 3 года назад

    Nagyon szívesen kukkantok be a kis család életébe. Noémi borzasztóan inspiráló számomra. Köszönöm a jó ötleteket! Minden jót kívánok, sok szeretettel! Sok örömet az új otthonban! ♥️🎄⛄🍾🥂🇭🇺

  • @noradedios7639
    @noradedios7639 3 года назад

    So nice to enjoy family in a cozy home! 😊

  • @Xyz-ud9be
    @Xyz-ud9be 3 года назад

    Im back! You moved how exciting! O need to subscribe again, right now! I realise I miss your short videos your ideas Inspirations.. everything!

  • @miaroller8140
    @miaroller8140 3 года назад

    so much room for your beautiful growing family..Congrats Noemi!

  • @eirinis8812
    @eirinis8812 3 года назад

    Great tip to clean fireplace glass. Use some ash on a wet paper towel and it comes right off!!! 😙💪🏻

  • @Nancy-md7qr
    @Nancy-md7qr 3 года назад

    So pretty! I love what you did to the fireplace. ❤❤❤ I am looking forward to your videos on the coming renovations.

  • @ninidagul805
    @ninidagul805 3 года назад

    I love how you and zsolt still play with gusto! ❤

  • @daisyantony64
    @daisyantony64 3 года назад

    Yes we celebrate by opening our gifts on eve of Christmas then off to church n after that is cake n wine with more food...that's our family tradition

  • @rolabeat
    @rolabeat 3 года назад

    Tip :
    Hi Naomi, you can clean the windows of the fireplace very well with ash from the fireplace, that works very well without brushing hard :-)

  • @hollywhittenburg3260
    @hollywhittenburg3260 3 года назад +5

    Omg FIREPLACE. That would sell the house to me!! Let alone all the space and trees.

  • @Kiwianna75
    @Kiwianna75 3 года назад

    Thanks for sharing your family Christmas, looks so warm and cozy by the fireplace. Looking forward to seeing your renovation projects

  • @user-ov6hf9mg4l
    @user-ov6hf9mg4l 3 года назад

    Your house is always cosy and beautiful !

  • @donnawood3481
    @donnawood3481 3 года назад

    SO excited to see more of your new lovely home! Very jealous! Try using scrunched up newspaper, make it slightly damp & pick up some of the ashes from the grate. Cleans the glass brilliantly. Looking forward to the next video already! xxx

  • @lizjordan3076
    @lizjordan3076 9 месяцев назад

    Love watching how energetic you are. Looks like so much fun.

  • @arlenenipp5651
    @arlenenipp5651 3 года назад

    You are so great. I love the simple beauty of the food and your family playing together made me laugh.

  • @martha4136
    @martha4136 3 года назад

    Pleased your new home will be in keeping as the one you moved from, just loved it and how nice you made it, know this one, with your touch, will be wonderful! Happy for you.

  • @BennieBarrePilatesStudio
    @BennieBarrePilatesStudio 3 года назад

    We are currently doing some serious home renovations and are without flooring too. Its fun to watch someone else's coming along- i can't wait to see what you do to this house! That double sided fireplace is amazing!

  • @tinadunlap6171
    @tinadunlap6171 3 года назад

    Great that u have moved into ur forever home. Hope there’s lots of acres. Want to mention the fireplace, get a big can for the ashes when u clean out the fireplace. I use a large dog can or u could use an old popcorn can . Wanting to make sure no HOT coals get into cardboard or things that can catch on fire. I clean mine out every morning and set a fire for the evening or when it get cold. Wishing u all the happiness ur heart can hold.