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Tiny House Homestead - Converting a Shed Into a House - Step by Step

Tiny House Homestead — Sun, 29 Jan 2017 16:49:38 +0000

Hi there, Pam! My "Shouse" is 14 x 36. You can see pictures of how it turned out here: http://www.tinyhousehomestead.com/2015/11/look-in.... 14 x 60 sounds great! Are you planning on using your lofts?

Tiny House Homestead - My Thrift Store Challenge

Tiny House Homestead — Sun, 29 Jan 2017 16:12:18 +0000

Welcome, Belva! I too haul dirt into the house to start seedlings. This year in Oklahoma has been very strange weather wise, so I am really unsure when I will move my seedlings out. We had no real Autumn to speak of and winter has been like Fall. Everyone here warns me we are due for a significant snow storm late in the season. I really hope we get a nice hard freeze for a couple of days because otherwise we will have bugs galore this summer. How short is your growing season in Montana?

Belva - My Thrift Store Challenge

Belva — Sun, 29 Jan 2017 06:55:11 +0000

Hello I came by way of peppy lady and you have a very interesting blog. I was especially interested in the strawbale garden. Today I just prepared the dirt in flats so I coulg plant my seeds as I live in Montana with a short growing season. I always think, what a mess, as I carry my dirt inside but I love my gardens. I will read up more on the strawbale garden and thank you for the tip. Belva

Pam - Converting a Shed Into a House - Step by Step

Pam — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 17:47:46 +0000

Hi Karin! What size is your house? My husband and I have purchased a 14x60 and are so anxious to get started. I would like to see some recent pictures of your home.

Tiny House Homestead - The Elusive Farmer Barbie

Tiny House Homestead — Fri, 6 Jan 2017 04:12:14 +0000

Thank you for stopping by, Kat! I couldn't resist and got myself a Farmer Barbie as well! You are never too old to own a Barbie.

Tiny House Homestead - What is Rancho No Dinero?

Tiny House Homestead — Fri, 6 Jan 2017 04:10:34 +0000

Thank you, Lydia! I appreciate your kind words.

Tiny House Homestead - Round and Round the Shouse We Go!

Tiny House Homestead — Fri, 6 Jan 2017 04:08:09 +0000

Thank you so much for pointing that out. I do not know where I got that image. I had it as an example of the type of shed I was having built at the time, but it never came to pass. I removed the image. Thank you again!

Elam - Round and Round the Shouse We Go!

Elam — Wed, 4 Jan 2017 16:18:37 +0000

Would you mind telling me where you got this shed? I looks like a photo from Sheds Unlimited in Gap Pa @ https://shedsunlimited.net. I wonder if they know that you are using it. You may want to check with them.

peppylady (Dora) - County Extension Offices: A Homesteader\'s Best Friend

peppylady (Dora) — Mon, 2 Jan 2017 02:16:11 +0000

I'm a wear of the extension program and I know my parents use it as we had a our berry farm...Even now they offer quite a bit to simple baking cookies, and even once I found out how to lift a stain out of carpet. Now I'm going to see if my extension office could offer master sewing. They do have master garden and canning classes. Have a great 2017.. .http://peppylady.blogspot.com/2017/01/welcome-2017-and-december-weather.html

lydia - What is Rancho No Dinero?

lydia — Sat, 31 Dec 2016 16:12:46 +0000

Just found your podcast, listened to your last episode. You have a great voice, both interesting and soothing. And good info. Thanks!

Kat - The Elusive Farmer Barbie

Kat — Wed, 28 Dec 2016 04:56:06 +0000

Dear Karin, You sound like a very cool grandma! I'm not a grandma, but, as a country gal who raises chickens, I, too, want this Farmer Barbie....for myself, because she is too cool. I wish that I were seeing her in stores, but I might get her online, as she actually sort of has my skin, hair, and eye colors. She's also carrying....a CHICKEN! I think that it's really awesome that Mattel decided to give her a chicken, because I raised chickens in 4-H years ago, and I raise chickens now, too. I love Farmer Barbie's plaid shirt, her cool boots, and the fact that she has flat feet, although, since she's not very posable, I might re-body her when I find a matching Made to Move Barbie body. Of course, I have to get her online, first. :) Well, thank you for letting people know about this cool, new Barbie doll! It's about time that country girls were more accurately represented by Mattel! :) Sincerely, Kat

Tiny House Homestead - I Ordered My Shouse!

Tiny House Homestead — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 23:59:11 +0000

Thank you! It really is coming together. Better than I could ever have imagined!

Tiny House Homestead - Hula Hoop Shower for a Tiny House or Dry Cabin

Tiny House Homestead — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 23:27:05 +0000

That is a pretty cool portable shower. I wonder what the maximum temperature the water can be? Did you end up buying one? If so, how do you like it?

Tiny House Homestead - Hula Hoop Shower for a Tiny House or Dry Cabin

Tiny House Homestead — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 23:23:48 +0000

Thank you! You are too kind!

Tiny House Homestead - Picking Where to Set Down Tiny House Roots

Tiny House Homestead — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 22:48:26 +0000

Yes, I am still doing the podcast, but I have been building a tiny recording studio, so I haven't been recording as much as I should be. I have great plans to get on track in the new year as the building is almost complete. I ruled out Montana due to my desire to be able to garden for a greater length of time each year. Montana is a beautiful state though!

Tiny House Homestead - Look inside my Shed Made into a Tiny House

Tiny House Homestead — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 22:45:20 +0000

Thank you, Brooke! I love it too!

Tiny House Homestead - Tiny House Homestead Podcast #31

Tiny House Homestead — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 22:30:40 +0000

Well is drilled and water is a flowin'! I don't worry too much about tornadoes. Many states see them. Just use caution and having a shelter available brings peace of mind. How is your mother liking her new place?

Tiny House Homestead - Care and Feeding of a Perfection Heater

Tiny House Homestead — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 22:23:17 +0000

Yes, I allow mine to burn overnight. I make sure before I go to bed I fill the tank. If I don't have to get up for work or a scheduled appointment, I will set my alarm to remind me so I get up and check it. I bought a second tank/wick unit, so I just swap them out and go back to bed. I make sure I don't burn it in an air-tight space and of course I have a fire alarm/carbon monoxide alarm in my home as well. Thanks for stopping by. Stay warm!!

Tiny House Homestead - Care and Feeding of a Perfection Heater

Tiny House Homestead — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 22:19:30 +0000

Me too, Josh!

Tiny House Homestead - Tiny House Homestead Podcast #33

Tiny House Homestead — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 22:12:19 +0000

I think your idea sounds wonderful, but you may want to look into shipping costs and moving costs. For example, you would need to have it loaded onto a chassis, hauled by an truck, loaded into and shipped via a ship, and then unloaded etc. in the other countries. Also, you should be aware of tariff's and taxes. Also, you will need a place to put your shipping container and may, in fact, end up paying rent. I think your idea sounds fantastic, but do your research so you don't get disappointed or face unexpected roadblocks. Thanks for listening!