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SPECIAL PEEK
Ring Ring Honey I'm Home
Why we're Excited to Restore this Old Bell
Old bells are making a comeback. When we found what looked like an antique bell at a garage sale, we couldn't wait to restore it & get it ringing again! Join us, as we explore the fascinating world of old bells, their uses & just why folks are excited about them again today! ...Watch
MONTHLY PEEK EP401
Earthbag Shop Build
Top Window Ridge FINISHED
This episode the guys measure, cut, grind, paint & weld the entire top window ridge for the second half of the roof on the hyperadobe shop! The gals have to rethink their paver formula & come up with a winning solution. It's video filled with our family, silly animals & creativity. Thanks for watching! ...Watch
MONTHLY PEEK EP400
Shop Build
COMPLETED Earthbag Shop Roof Half!
Hello! Thank you so much for tuning in & joining us for this successful episode where we tackle & complete the 1st half of the Hyperadobe shop roof. The ladies have a wrench thrown into their aircrete paver progress & come up with their own recipe. Pop some popcorn & get comfy for this fun show we hope leaves you with a smile :) ...Watch
MONTHLY PEEK EP399
Everything we're Doing to Stock Up
Invest in the Future on our Homestead
This episode we take you on a journey as we prepare our Homestead for the bright future! We prep for a whole barn yard of animals & invest in the future by going plant crazy with our new abundant water. It's a whole new ballgame & we are having so much fun! ...Watch
MONTHLY PEEK EP398
Shop Roof Framework
More Panels & Aircrete!
This episode we tackle the hyperdobe earthbag shop roof framework with trusses & the main beam along with get more panels up in the air. The gals show a more in-depth process of the aircrete paver mold prep & so much more. Thank you very much for spending time with our family & joining us on our crazy homesteading adventure! ...Watch
MONTHLY PEEK EP397
1st Level of Aircrete Pavers Complete!
Raising the Hyperadobe Shop Roof
This episode is a labor of love. The guys tackle the earth bag shop roof like heroes & find great success! The gals celebrate completing the first level of air crete pavers & so much more! This is definitely an episode to gather the family or some friends for. Don't forget the popcorn! Thank you so much for being apart of our family. God bless! ...Watch
MONTHLY PEEK EP396
The Walls are UP!
Completed Bagging & Blocking
Did we actually finish the bagging & blocking? Tune in to find out! We tackle more aircrete pavers, block the 2 outbuildings, tackle the rest of the Hyperadobe bags & train Bullet to heat our home for the winter! Thank you so much for letting us entertain you. God bless! ...Watch
MONTHLY PEEK EP395
Side Wall Complete on Hyperadobe Shop
NEW Furry Family Member!
This month we take you on a journey to complete the right side walls on the Hyperadobe earthbag shop, the ladies show a more in depth look at what they're up to with the aircrete pavers, we reveal a new member of the family & more! Merry Christmas & God Bless! ...Watch
MONTHLY PEEK EP394
Completed Lower Roof Trusses on Earthbag Shop
Diving Back into the workshop
This month we dive back into the wood/machine hyperadobe shop build. We continue the aircrete hexgons, completed the lower trusses on the roof & try sheetrock mud on the inside walls. It's enjoyable to be back working on this neat building. Thanks for watching & God Bless! ...Watch
MONTHLY PEEK EP394
Discovering Abundant Water
Could these Water Wells help Africa and other Countries?
This is our conclusion to discovering abundant water in the desert by digging a primary water well. We cover the wild ride it took to get down there & our full assessment on if we felt there's anything to the research. We won't give away the details but we are very happy with the results. Thanks for watching & may you have an abundant day! ...Watch
Update
Rest In Peace our Beloved Dad
Our Dad Has Passed Away
We have received many requests to setup a fund from our amazing community. All money raised will go towards Dad's cremation, ambulance & celebration of life event. If for some reason we exceed the donation goal, all extra funds will go towards Dad's shop build. ...Watch
MONTHLY PEEK EP393
Incredible Progress on Hyperadobe Shop
New Family Member!
We have a blast finding efficient ways to build our wall to new heights! Watch to join in on the fun & meet our newest four legged family member :) ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP392
Hyperadobe Shop Walls, Trusses, Aricrete Hexagons
TinyShinyHome!
This episode we plunge back into the aricrete hexigon pavers we're installing on the hyperadobe wall exterior, Jared learns to weld as we put more of Garens homemade trusses up for the roof & the guys come together to lay more earthbag walls. We also take a trip to @TinyShinyHome to help them install a door on their latest project. We hope this video gives you a smile. Thanks & have a blessed Memorial Day :) ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP391
Rock Base Completed, Trusses & Headers on Earthbag Shop
More Shop Progress
This episode we complete the rock base around our hyperadobe shop! We also complete the prep for the countless trusses, reveal the overall design of the shop & it's roof along with building & installing the rest of the window headers. It's a full episode we truly hope you enjoy. Thanks so much for watching! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP390
Can We Bring Water Back to our Desert Homestead?
Progress on Water Well Rig/Driller
We uncover interesting information about locating an abundant water supply. But, will it work? We need the antique percussion well digger working more than ever to find out. Join us as we discover more about the rig and the ground below it :) ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP389
Hyperadobe Shop Build Progress
RV Rescue
We're back! Join us as we share the work we've managed to do in our break. More fun progress on our earthbag mechine & wood shop along with a fun diversion to rescue our RV! We also share a special announcement. We sure appreciate you & look forward to entertaining you for years to come! :D ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP388
Installing Electric Line
Water Pipe & Compressed Air
Before the rain comes and fills in the trenches, we get busy installing electrical line, water pipes and compressed air for our earthbag shop. The installation on electricity is needed for the welder that Garen will soon use to construct the metal roofing structure. We will be taking a few weeks off but will be back the last Friday in February with the next Weekly Peek. We appreciate you and see you soon! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP387
We're Ditching This
Putting up the Truss Beams
Join us this week as we tackle more rock around the earthbag shop, prep & put up our first homemade roof truss & dig endless ditches for various things like power, water & sewage all wrapped up in a western theme. Special thank you to everyone who entered to win the puzzles! If you're interested in getting one, we'll have them available for sale in our shop in the next couple weeks! Thanks & have a lovely day! :D ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP386
Rocking
Blocking with Bob Ross (Parody)
The Earthbag Construction continues with rocking around the base. We enjoy the week with sprinkling Bob Ross narration while we block, measure and paint. Stay tuned as Bree explains how to win a puzzle. Hope you had an amazing first week of the new year :) ...Watch
LIVESTREAM
Live Stream!
Watch the Puzzles Assemble :D
It's New Years Eve which means our annual puzzle off! The women vs. the men. Which team will win before midnight? Let us know who you're rooting for! Happy New Years! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP385
Raising the Roof
Rocket Stove Upgrade
Happy New Year!!! We celebrate by parading through the earthbag shop. The guys lift the roof off the toolshed in order to build the block walls higher and still have a cover for the tools! We continue rocking around the base of the hyperadobe building. The Rocket Stove inside the earth bag kitchen gets a modification and fresh paint! New Years Eve we will be live-streaming puzzles - men vs women! This year the puzzles are collages of the MyLittleHomestead artwork. We will be giving the puzzles away. If you are interested, stay tuned on how to win one. Have a wonderful celebration as we enter into a new year. Thanks for Watching. We appreciate you! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP384
Twas the Night Before Christmas but for Builders
Christmas Parody
Snow in the Desert! This week Gaming meets Earth Bag Building! The 4 corners of the shop are adjusted and welded in place on our earthbag shop build. Bryson performs magic on the skid steer tractor to get it running better than ever while the gals continue placing rocks and aircrete pavers onto the exterior walls. Hope you are having a wonderful Christmas Season! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP383
When Link Gets a Construction Job
Legend of Zelda Parody
Snow in the Desert! This week Gaming meets Earth Bag Building! The 4 corners of the shop are adjusted and welded in place on our earthbag shop build. Bryson performs magic on the skid steer tractor to get it running better than ever while the gals continue placing rocks and aircrete pavers onto the exterior walls. Hope you are having a wonderful Christmas Season! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP382
Footings Complete! Gilligan's Island Parody
Earthbag Hyperadobe Construction
The installation of the post footings are done. We bring in more metal posts and set the four corners of the hyperadobe shop. Meanwhile, the gals place several more aircrete hexagon pavers on the exterior walls. This week our theme is "Gilligan's Island", arranged by Gary and lyrics by Bree. We all joined in the fun of celebrating a show that Gary and Shelly enjoyed as kids. Hope you like it as much as we did putting it together. Have a great week! ...Watch
LIVESTREAM
Live Stream!
Let's Decorate for Christmas Together!
Grab your hot cocoa & join us as we decorate our kitchen for Christmas! Wishing you a wonderful holiday season full of family & warm new memories made! :D ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP381
Only TinyShinyHome Can Solve This!
Earthbag Hyperadobe Shop Construction
Join us this week as we uncover a new episode full of aircrete, rocks & concrete footings. We test the aircrete pavers on the hyperadobe walls, Bryson fixes the little tractor so we can keep doing the rock base around the shop & the guys pull together to pour more concrete footings for the shop roof pillars! We also follow a mystery perhaps only @TinyShinyHome can solve! Thanks for watching & have a wonderful week! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP380
Shop Construction!
National Geographic Parody
Thanks to comments & ideas from you, we mix it up with “nature show” narration as we continue our earth bag shop building. The guys pour large concrete bases for 3 metal posts. These need to be level with the shop foundation as we prep for the installation of the roof. Meanwhile, the gals get more aircrete hexagons and rocks up on the exterior walls. Have a wonderful weekend. We hope you enjoy a fun twist to this weeks video :) ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP379
If Only We Knew There Was an Access Door!
Earthbag Hyperadobe Shop Construction
A little bit of aircrete pavers, a little post/rafter plans, a little bit of bagging, a little bit of tractor skid steer work and a trip to see some amazing hot air balloons. We even get to help with the landing of the balloons! Join us as we plug away at our awesome shop build! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your friends and family. We hope it is the best one ever! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP378
Best Aircrete Method
Recipe Mix for Pavers!
Join us this week as we square our round building for the roof & share our newly discovered, best air-crete method & mix for wall pavers! Wishing you a lovely weekend :D ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP377
Why We Don't Lay Pavers Alone
Earthbag Shop Construction
Why we don't lay pavers alone? Bree jumps in to help keep us "in line" :) We get some awesome boulders over the other 2 windows and continue with the aircrete hexagons on the earth bag shop walls. Stay tuned as we share a couple new things we learned! We appreciate you! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP376
Our Last 5th Wheel Episode
Working on Jared's Parents Camper
Jared's parents are itching to get their 5th wheel on the road! We paint the kitchen cabinets & wrestle a new fridge in. Join us as we get as much as we can in before they take the project home! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP375
Boulder Arch Over Earthbag Shop Windows
Hexagon Walls
We get more aircrete hexagons poured & on the walls along with making progress on the hyperadobe bagging. We build & put up some headers and Mom gets her dream come true of rocks over the windows! ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP128
Aircrete Foam Guns & Hexagon Magic!
Episode 128
Today, we discuss the aircrete application, more rocks and hexagon magic. ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP374
Aircrete Pavers for Earthbag Shop Building!
More Walls
The aircrete pavers worked! Watch how they easily they attach to the walls for the future cladding. The guys get more earthbag/hyperadobe walls built and make room for imbedded rocks and a HUGE bottle. A little spray foam in the tire and our little tractor/riding lawnmower is on the road again. Have a wonderful Columbus Day! We appreciate you! ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP127
Skid Steer Exhaust, Aircrete Pavers & More!
Episode 127
Bree & Jared take the podcast reigns this week for a fun sit down chat. We cover the snazzy new skid steer exhaust, our aircrete pavers test run & more. We'd love it if you joined us! :D ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP373
Earthbag Shop Grows Quietly
Homemade Concrete Stepping Stones
Dad and Bryson builds more on the wall. Mom does some beautiful work in the back yard but wait that's not all, Bryson gives Skidder a make over and that's when things get quiet ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP372
2 Rock Base Hills Complete
Hyperadobe Wall Progress on Shop
The gals roll up their sleeves & dive all in on the curvy rock base for the earthbag shop! They complete the first two whooptie-whoo's with several others well on their way to being done! The guys tackle the office/bathroom portion of the of the hyperadobe wall. Please grab a snack & get cozy for another relaxing episode with us! Thanks for watching! :) ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP126
What to do about rocks!
Episode 126
This Podcast we Explore the Rocks problem. We chat about Bullets possible new career and Green house ideas. ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP371
Foundation for Hyperadobe Shop
Building Rock Wall
The guys shore up the little shop with a better foundation before the roof gets installed & the gals make there way around with the rock facade. Shelly makes a rocking decision with help from Bree :) Stay tuned for another week of moving forward on the Workshop! ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP125
No Apartment in the Workshop? Here's Why
Episode 125
Listen to the Podcast for your questions being answered. Lots of fun and information. Don't miss it!! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP370
Rock Base Quest
Start on HUGE Hyperadobe Workshop
The gals launch into another phase on our earthbag workshop build with a fun approach to the base. Join us as we make great progress & have a great time doing it! It's an episode that's sure to rock your socks off! ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP124
Hyperadobe Earthbag Workshop Build & New Fold Over Endings
Episode 124
Listen to the Podcast for your questions being answered. Lots of fun and information. Don't miss it!! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP369
Earthbag Shop
Building The Walls
Join us as we build a bigger and taller earth bag hyperadobe shop! We learn a better way to lay the earthbags and Bryson does a small mod to the skid steer. Thanks for watching! ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP123
Earthbag Workshop Build & Dad's Cancer Recovery
Episode 123
It's another beautiful Monday! Let's sit down & chat about the busy Peak we've had. We cover the new window boxes, running electrical along with more on Dad's cancer recovery story. We hope you've had a wonderful day! ...Watch
MY LITTLE HEALTH JOURNEY
Overcoming Cancer
Our Story
After spending 5 terrifying days in the hospital with a wonderful staff of medical professionals, we stepped out in faith to try an alternative cancer treatment. Join us as we take a journey from “2 months to live” to 3 years later. We need Health Freedom for all so we can do our own research and make our own health decisions. Please consider donating to Mark Grenon and Sons and/or reaching out to government officials on his behalf. ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP368
Window Boxes
Electrical Installation in Earthbag Shop Build
Join us this week as we build the rest of the window boxes, create numerous cleats, do a bit of bagging then lay the electrical & install the window boxes! It's an episode we hope you enjoy! :D ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP122
Overalls and Chil-inders
Episode 122
Listen and watch us today! We answer viewer questions. We talk about Brysons' new overalls and how many cylinders compare to children. Friday will have 2 releases: a regular Weekly Peek and Dads' Cancer video on Rumble. ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP367
Shop Build
Construction Continues on the Earthbag Shop
The Earth Bag shop building is coming along. The hyperadobe bags are fun to work with - they not only hold onions but sprouts as well! Have a wonderful weekend! Give this video a like, comment or share if you would like to help us out :) ...Watch
Rug Tufting Supplies & Desk Making
Episode 121
Podcast time! We're excited to sit down for another fun chat with you. Wee cover why there's no barbed wire between the hyperadobe bags, how scoopy the scooper is & Jared reveals his thoughts on living on the homestead this far! Join us! We'd love to have you! :) ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP366
We Try Rug Tufting
Jared Builds a Desk with Resin Top!
This week we jump in with both feet to tuft not one but two rugs! Jared decides to upgrade his computer area & builds a stunning desk which we top with a cheery resin pour. It's a delightful episode that's sure to leave you with a smile! Have a wonderful weekend. ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP120
Recent Watery Weekly Peek
Episode 120
Join us as we discuss the search for water and the fun we had on a recent vacation. ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP365
Desert Rats in Search of Water!
Water Where?
Mom & Dad take us on a water filled adventure this week with an artsy look into their trip to the northwest! They strike out on a quest to experience as many fun & beautiful places with water. Then get home & discover a flowing creek in the desert! It’s a fun, family filled episode that’s sure to leave you with smile ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP119
Bryson's Well Digging Truck Tuck
Episode 119
The whole crew is back together this week for another fun My Little Podcast! Join us this week as we go over some of your fantastic & insightful comments on Bryson's water truck Tuck! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP364
Water well Driller!
71 Speed Star Ford Flathead Engine Will it Run?
Can we get the well engine running? It’s a Ford Flathead - not sure of the exact year - somewhere in the 1950s. Join us and we attempt to fire this baby up! Thanks for Watching! ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP118
Is Butyl Tape Sculptures a Thing?
Episode 118
Would Butyl tape work for sculpting? Luckily you have done some research & have a few great theories! Let's go over those & much more for this enjoyable MyLittlePodcast! :D ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP363
We Keep Making More Holes in this Rv
Small 5th Wheel Renovation
We're back working on this small 5th wheel renovation we're doing for Jared's parents! We keep finding new vents that need to be installed. Join us as we tackle that painting the bedroom area walls & cabinets for a fantastic reveal! ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP117
Houseboats & Free Spring Water!
Episode 117
Join Gary and Shelly discussing Housboat comments and questions and their discovery of where to get spring water right from the source! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP362
Best House to Have in a Flood!
New/old Houses that are a Bit Different then Must
what it would be like to live on the water! Discover the clever flood strategy and interesting foundations of floating homes! Houseboats are definitely fun alternative buildings. Have a wonderful weekend :) We appreciate you! ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP116
Hyperadobe Requires no Barbed Wire?
Episode 116
Podcast time! We're excited to sit down for another fun chat with you. Wee cover why there's no barbed wire between the hyperadobe bags, how scoopy the scooper is & Jared reveals his thoughts on living on the homestead this far! Join us! We'd love to have you! :) ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP361
The Shop is Growing!
The Shop Build is Coming Along
People who live in the desert have to mow their lawn? We get some awesome clean up done plus the shop is growing along! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP360
White Wash RV laminate flooring FAIL
The RV Build is Coming Along
Join us this week as we continue the renovation on Jared's parents 5th wheel! We tackle fiberglass patching a few holes on the exterior, Jared builds a step & we attempt to white wash the floor under the mattress area! It's a fun episode that's sure to leave you with a smile! :D ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP115
Can Raw Hyperadobe Withstand Torrential Rain?
Episode 115
It's another beautiful Monday evening! Let's sit down & chat about the latest Weekly Peek episode! We cover the debated question of will these raw hyperadobe bags withstand our monsoons, the mysterious birthday, Jared's talented ladder walk & more! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP359
Window Frames for Earthbag Shop Build
Shop Build is Coming Along!
Our goal this week is to put in the window frames! As you can see, they are up! We continue the earth bag shop building with a quick trip to beautiful Page, AZ. Join us this week for our adventures! If you’re in the shopping mood, there is Free Shipping in the shop for the next few days. We appreciate you :) ...Watch
LIVESTREAM
LiveStream
Rv Tour Q&A Livestream
Join us as we give a live tour of our new RV reno project LIVE with your questions, suggestions & comments! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP358
Jared's Parents Help Us Demo the RV!
It's time for another AV!
Jared's parents join us this week as we dive into sealing up & demoing some of the RV. It's a fun little episode that's sure to fit into the cracks of your day. Have a wonderful Fathers Day weekend! ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP114
It's bigger and better! A new auger in the Skidsteer
Episode 114
We've done it! We built a new auger for the dirt extruder on the Skidsteer. Bree has the final mix of water. Come and listen to the Podcast. ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP357
Homemade Rebar Auger Bit!
More Work on the Earthbag Shop Building!
Beefing up the auger bit to keep it from continually breaking. The earth bag (hyperadobe) walls are growing for the shop as we find new ways to improve our ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP113
WE'RE BACK! Bedframe & Aquaponics
Episode 113
We're so excited to be back in the podcasting saddle! Let's sit down & chat about the new bed frame paint job & Bryson gives us an update on his aquapnics system, plants & fish! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP356
Complete Transformation of a Garage Sale Bed Frame
Painting a Sunflower
Join us this week as we take a queen bed we found at a garage sale & transform it into something special for our earth bag bedroom! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP355
Laying Earthbags with Custom Skid-Steer Attachment
Earthbag Shop Build
This episode will knock your wheel off ;) We lay earth bags as we continue the hyperadobe shop build. Have a great Memorial Day Weekend! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP354
Skid Steer Attachment Upgrade
Building Window Boxes for Earthbag Shop Build
Another fun diy enhancement to improve our tractor bucket system for the Earth Bag Shop Building. Dad builds the window frames in advance to prepare for the growing walls. Thanks for watching and enjoy the rest of your week! ...Watch
FULL VERSION
RV Complete Remodel
Refurbish 5th Wheel from Start to Finish
Fixing up to modernize an old RV. This is the compiled full version of completed 5th Wheel renovation! Join us for another cheery Full Movie Show! Have a wonderful weekend :) ...Watch
FULL VERSION
Movie Length Documentary Earth Bag Construction
Outdoor Shower & Bathtub Earthbag Full Build
Complete build from start to finish of the earthbag outdoor shower & tub. We used new building materials for the first time - integrating rocks and bottles into sand bag walls for an artistic feel. Watch and follow the journey as we convert our corrugated metal outdoor shower to a solid adobe structure. Please like, subscribe and SHARE :) ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP112
Where is Garen & Ellie, DIY Grizzly & more!
Episode 112
Join us this week as we cover where Garen & Ellie have been along with many of your great comments! It's a chillax episode that's great for having on while you work! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP353
Skid Steer Makeover!
Taking Dirt to New Heights
Dad does a grate job taking our dirt consistency to new heights. Jared gives the Skid Steer a makeover & the guys get a new toy with an unexpected function! It's an episode that surprises us! ...Watch
FULL VERSION
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Video Editing Tips for the Content Creator
17 Quick Tips to advance your editing skills that we learned over the past 10 years. Jump Ahead :) A booklet is available for free download on the website! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :) ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP111
How High Can the Bagger Bucket Go?
Episode 111
Join the MyLittleHomestead family as we sit down for another lively conversation. You have asked a lot of great questions! We discuss the foreseeable limits to our design & consider some solutions. It's a relaxing show you won't want to miss! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP352
Starting the walls!
Wall Build by Skid Steer!
With the Skid Steer modified with a bag (cement mixer) attachment, it’s time to see if it works! Please like, subscribe and share! We appreciate you! ...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Higher Purpose!
Tip#17
Find your higher purpose for editing videos and you will be motivated, committed and encouraged :) A booklet will be available for free download next Wednesday! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :) ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP110
Bullets' Doggie Cam and the Tower of Gravel
Episode 110
Join the chit-chat about last weeks questions, video tips and the ever progressing earthbag shop build. Dad starts a tower of gravel to sift out rocks in the dirt fill. Don't miss Bullet chasing sticks from his point of view on doggie camera. ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP351
A NEW Look for the Skid Steer
Auto Bagger Skid Steer Bucket Attachment FIX!
We left you on a cliff hanger last episode. Join us this week as we not only fix the Skid Steer bagger attachment but make it BETTER using your wonderful suggestions! It's a satisfying episode that's sure to leave you with a smile! :) ...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Getting Views
Tip#16
Now that your hard video editing work is done, here are some ways to get views! :) A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :) ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP109
Skid Steer EarthBag Machine
Episode 109
We chit chat about the recent new skid steer attachment. imagine a tool that will place the dirt in the earthbags. More on the puzzle mania. Join us! ...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Simple Animation
Tip#15
Sometimes video editing requires moving titles, graphics or photos. Here are some easy ways to keep things moving in a video :) A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :) ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP349
Skid Steer Earth Bag Machine Build
Take One
Bryson launches into converting the skid steer bucket into a cement mixer/earthbag filler. Like all projects, we start out very optimistic and then reality hits... ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP108
Dog Luna with Long Hair?
Episode 108
What a fun Weekly Peek we had on Friday finishing up the block building with the dog's shenanigans. Join us for a fun chat about that & we uncover an image of what our dog Luna would look like with long hair 👀 It's a hilarious episode you won't want to miss! ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP349
Completing the Block Wall
Bottle Window on Shop Build
Mom, Jared & Bree roll up their sleeves & complete the block wall for the shop build! No structure is complete around here without ...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Over-Editing Tip
Tip#14
Stand out from the crowd by instilling a Personal Touch in your videos. Connecting with your viewers is more fun for both of you :) A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :) ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP107
Happy St Patricks Day - Shop Headers
Episode 107
Join us today for a great discussion about St. Patty's Day and ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP348
Garage Door Headers/Frame Doorway
Shop Build
Woohoo! The massive headers and frames for the future garage/shop doors are in! And! The hyper adobe bags arrived & if you missed it, we did a livestream of the first earthbag laid (see below). Join us this week as we continue our fun shop build! Have an excellent weekend! We appreciate you :) ...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Over-Editing Tip
Tip#13
Spending time to edit is great but sometimes we get carried away. Here are some tips to being efficient with ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP106
Did we Give the RV a Thick Enough Rain Coat?
Episode 106
Did we give the RV a good enough rain coat? Let's answer that & much more in another ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP347
Swallowed by Our New Project
RV Renovation
Join us this week as we get swallowed by our new project. A new RV renovation of the cutest little 5th wheel for Jared's Mom & Dad. We replace ceiling fans & give the roof a compete overhaul. Thanks for watching & have an amazing weekend! ...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Fixing Bad Footage
Tip#12
Getting stuck with poor quality footage isn't a show stopper. Here are some simple, easy tricks to fix it :) A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :) ...Watch
LIVESTREAM
Lets Bag Some Bags!
1st Hyperadobe Bags for Shop Livestream
Join us as we test & place the first hyperadobe bags on the shop build LIVE! :)...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP346
Getting ready for bagging
Installing Posts for the Shop Build!
Before building our earthbag (super-adobe) walls, we install posts & dig a trench. Watch to see the skid steer tractor move these monster posts into...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Time Lapse (Timelapse)
Tip#11
Editing Time Lapse is much more than dropping raw footage. Have fun making simple edits to help communicate your message and see how easy it is to make a stop action animation ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP105
Revealing if the Dogs got on Wet Cement Foundation
Episode 105
Join us for another lively podcast! We reveal if the dogs got on the ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP345
Its a Pour job
Concrete Foundation Pour for the Shop Build!
Yahoo! We had a blast watching this pour live with you last Saturday. Here's the...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Sound Effects
Tip#10
Tricks to make good sound effects :) A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :) ...Watch
LIVESTREAM
Shop Concrete Foundation Pour Livestream
Join us as we build more on the shop
Livestream of our Shop Concrete Floor! Watch as this wonderful team makes short work of a big job!...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP104
Distillery and a Concrete Floor
Episode 104
Let us share with you a great experience with a Distillery and Pouring of a Concrete Shop Floor ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP344
Special Announcement
DIY Distilled Water
Stayed tuned for a special announcement :) Afterwards, watch as...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP343
Concrete Floor
Curvy Forms for Concrete Floor in Shop Build
It's another exciting Friday! Join us as we tackle the forms for our shop build...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Pacing
Tip#8
Orchestrate a Video for an engaging Show :) A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :) ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP103
Christmas Story Leg Lamp
Episode 103
Wacky Fun with a Dirt Compacter. Finish Concrete Prep and a Christmas Story Leg Lamp.Tune in this week for great conversation and answers to your questions ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP343
Concrete Floor
Curvy Forms for Concrete Floor in Shop Build
It's another exciting Friday! Join us as we tackle the forms for our shop build...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Transitions
Tip#8
Create smooth transitions :) A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :) ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP102
The Mystery Blob
Episode 102
What was that thing at the 6 minute mark last Friday anyway? Dad is back this week as we discuss that important question & more :) ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP342
Vacuum System?
Utility Rough-In for our Shop Build
This week we get the pipes in and rough out the areas for different utilities that we...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Multiple Storylines
Tip#7
Create depth in a video by using multiple storylines :) A booklet will be ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP101
Mesquite Tree Takedown & Blurring Goofs!
Episode 101
Grab some popcorn & settle in for another fun conversation! Let's talk about your great comments, questions & ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP341
Level up!
Leveling Ground for the Massive Workshop!
Join us as we roll into the first foundation level for our workshop build! We break out...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP100
Foundation Fixes, Legendary Bullet & NEW Accordion
Episode 100
It's another beautiful Monday! Let's chat about the brand new foundation fixes in preparation for the workshop, bullets ...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Offset Eye & Ear
Tip#6
A simple edit trick for a video to play seamlessly :) A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP340
Feeling Rock Solid?
Fixing a Foundation for New Shop
The first thing we need to do for the new shop build is to fix the foundation under the two...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Camera Shots
17 Video Tips for the Content Creator | Video Editing Tips & Tools
Several types of camera shots add to the communication and variety of a show. Here are some of the
...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP99
Jared's Secret Dishwasher Soap Revealed
Episode 99
Whoohoo! It's the first podcast in awhile & we couldn't be more thrilled to touch bases with you! Let's chat about the...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP339
Clean Dishes?
Installing a Dishwasher after Over 15 Years
The family finally breaks down & buys a dishwasher after over 15 years of not having one. It's a kitchen upgrade that brings us into the...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Equipment
17 Video Tips for the Content Creator | Video Editing Tips & Tools
Choosing equipment to start video editing. It can be a daunting task but it doesn't have to be. Keep it
...Watch
FULL VERSION
Home Makeover
Full Version Manufactured House/Mobile Home Remodel
This is the marathon complete full version of Garen and Ellie’s upgrades to their manufacture home. We combined segments from the Weekly Peek Show to bring...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Audio Over Visuals
Tip #3 of 17 Video Tips for the Content Creator | Video Editing Tools
We find audio to be the most important part of editing. A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :)...Watch
Fun Animation Story
A Minecraft Animation
FixelsPixels
Join us for a fun animation the family has put together about a few friends running Minecraft server! A cute little show :) We want to wish you a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP338
Van Conversion Update
Best Running Water Solution For A Conversion Van
This week, with no lack of obstacles, Garen succeeds in getting running water in our camper conversion Van!...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Guiding Principle
Tip #2 of 17 Video Tips for the Content Creator | Video Editing Tools
Create a Theme or Guiding Principle for your video or video series :) A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :)...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP337
No More Barn? & More
Hoop Barn Gone!! Shop Plans
Gary goes over the new plan for the shop. We fill in the details and behind the scenes of taking down the hoop barn. How many slabs were hidden under the hoops? Does Bryson really take ALL his cans into the recycle? Watch the excitement build to making our new shop a reality :) We appreciate you! Hope you are having a great Holiday season!...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP336
Walk and Talk & More
Walkthrough Earthbag Homes ft Green Dream, Tiny Shiny Home & Upside of Downsizing
Join us as we give Green Dream Project, Tiny Shiny Home, Upside of Downsizing and YOU a walk-thru tour of the earth bag builds on the homestead! Get an inside look into how everything is holding up over the years :) Hope you had a fantastic Thanksgiving!...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP335
Building the Shop & More
It Begins Prep to Build our Dream Shop!
What is a dream come true for you? For me its starting the work on that dream. When you have lots of projects it feels sometimes like you will never get to your...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
Tell an Interesting Story
Tip #1 of 17 Video Tips for the Content Creator | Video Editing Tools
Tell an engaging story when producing a video :) A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :)...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP97
Valuable Video Editing Tips & Incredible Hoop Barn Demolition
Join the fun!
What could be better! Sit with us for awhile as we discuss the incredible upcoming series 17 Editing Tips for Video Creators and the Hoop Barn Demolition. You will love it!...Watch
LIVESTREAM
Hoop Barn Take Down Party Livestream
Join Us as We Take Down the Big Ugly Hoopbarn!
WE ARE FINALLY TEARING DOWN THE HOOP BARN! Whooooooo!...Watch
VIDEO EDITING TIPS
INTRODUCTION
First of 17 Video Editing Tips for the Content Creator
Introduction to a video editing series which will include 17 tips. One will be released each week for the next 17 weeks. A booklet will be available for free download soon! Please enjoy, like, subscribe & share :) ...Watch
MY LITTLE PODCAST EP96
Workshop, Hyperadobe & Tomatoes
We had another great Weekly Peek week!
Join us as we cover as many of your wonderful comments, questions & suggestions as we can. We hope you had an amazing Thanksgiving! :) ...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP335
Building the Shop & More
It Begins Prep to Build our Dream Shop!
What is a dream come true for you? For me its starting the work on that dream. When you have lots of projects it feels sometimes like you will never get to your...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP334
Van Ladder! & More
Reaching New Heights with Free Scrap Metal!!! | Install Solar DIY Conv Van
Garen continues the process of mounting a solar system on the conversion Van. Once that’s in place he builds an epic ladder to create access to the storage rack built in...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP333
Awesome Shed! & More
Stunning Walk-Thru of Solar Shed!! | Tiny Shiny Home Finish Solar Building Visit
Tiny Shiny Home graciously invites us out to their homestead again, this time to view their...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP332
Wedding! & More
Turning $18 Wedding Dress into $2500 One
Shae gets busy with family & friends to make a homemade wedding dress while...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP331
Van Rack & More
Turning Pipe into Roof Rack!
Garen and Ellie continue on their Van conversion, moving to some work on the outside. (A break from pallets!) They head to...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP330
Utah & More
4 Best Kept Secret Utah Destinations!
We travel across this beautiful state to see some top places to visit in Utah. We explore giant homemade kilns in the ruins of an abandoned boom town, meet the father of...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP329
All done & More
Aircrete/Concrete Patio Done!
We complete the finishing touches to our DIY aircrete/foamcrete/concrete patio build. It is a nice shady addition to the courtyard and we are...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP328
Vans Cooler & More
Installing Rear AC System Into The Conversion Van
Garen and Ellie continue on their conversion Van by adding in the rear duct work in order to have ac above the back seat. Once installed...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP327
Rock Homes & More
Cave Houses - Homes Built Into Giant Rock Walkthrough
Join Bree & Jared as we walk through a neighborhood of homes built into the side of a giant rock! Each house is a unique expression of the family living within. We see...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP326
A New Look & More
Aircrete Finishing & Sheeting Patio
Watch as we find ways to finish the rough texture of the aircrete rafters, beams & metal studs on our...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP325
Wood Counter DIY & More
Building A 2nd Butcher Block Counter Top For Our Conversion Van
This week in our Conversion Van project we build a butcher block countertop made from recycled pallet wood. We want to have the ability to cook inside so we...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP324
Desert Cabin!& More
Natural Fridge Inside 1896 Cabin in Death Valley Desert
Join Bree & Jared as Grandma takes them to Ash Meadows in the Mojave Desert’s Death Valley. We explore the...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP323
Air Rafters? & More
Installing Aircrete Rafters for Patio Build
The aircrete rafters have been curing for a couple weeks so it's now time to install them. Foamcrete has proved to be both challenging and fun! Watch this week as...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP322
Earthbag Cabin! & More
Interior Stucco On The Earthbag Cabin
Join us as we take the RV out on its official maiden voyage to the cabin in the woods! The family tackles a fun upgrade to the...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP321
In woods! & More
Cabin Outhouse Hand Washing Station
Join us as we take the RV out on its official maiden voyage to the cabin in the woods! The family tackles a fun upgrade to the...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP320
Rocks? & More
Petroglyphs, Rv Curtains & Shae's 21st Birthday!
To help Bree and Jared finish the final touches on their RV Shae makes some curtains before heading off to Laughlin to celebrate her...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP319
Will it work? & More
Building Aircrete Rafters & Center Beam
Bryson and Gary have fun making more foamcrete for the Patio Build. This time they experiment with a new foaming agent and pour a center beam in...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP318
A Cooler Van! & More
Concealing A 12v Cooler In Our Conversion Van
Last time on the conversion Van, Garen and Ellie built a cabinet frame around their new 12 volt cooler. Join them as they put it on some sliders to hide it away and try their hand at some drawers for...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP317
RV is done! & More
Finishing the RV Renovation
Jared & Bree finish the 5th Wheel renovation! Wow! From new floors, completing the bathroom with fresh epoxy paint on the sink & shower, polishing...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP316
Shae's Back? & More
Moving Back To The Homestead!
This week we get to watch the Shaenami whirl from the city back to the country. Moving back...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP315
Truck Work & More
Driving the Old 1957 GMC Truck Water Well Drilling Rig
Bryson finds the oil fill plug on the differential. You know this truck is vintage. You know what else is antique? The differential oil and the transmission...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP314
Van Work & More
Refrigerator Solution For The Van
Garen and Ellie find a refrigerator option for the camper conversion Van. One small problem, it needs a place to be stored! They set out to...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP313
Homestead & More
1910 Historic Homestead - Bree & Jared Visit Slide Rock Park
Jared & Bree hop in the truck & embark on a journey to Sedona Arizona visiting Slide Rock Park’s famous homestead & apple orchard farm. Let’s discover together Frank Pendley’s can...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP312
Roof Work & More
Dry Rot Repair, Roof Patching & Painting with the Family
This week the whole family goes up to help Shae and Skylar finish their projects around the house. With new wood panels to fix the patio cover, painting, roof patching and much more. The family has their work cut out for...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP311
Van Work & More
Building Foamcrete Ridge For Outdoor Patio Cover & Aircrete Rafters
We start to explore the limits of Aircrete. Is it possible to make a roof? Gary has done all the math and so far it looks like it’s possible. There is only one way to find out. Let’s start the...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP310
Van Work & More
Completing The Bed In Our Conversion Van
Join us as we finalize the storage cabinet under the rear seat as well as complete the bed in our Camper Conversion Van...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP309
Window Trim & More
Custom RV Window Trim & Bathroom Cabinet Distress Paint
Join us for another lively 5th wheel renovation episode! Jared crafts beautiful barn inspired window trim out of reclaimed pallet wood & Bree sets her...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP308
House Beauifying & More
Desert Plants, Monsoons & Beautifying!
This week Shae and Skylar continue their yard work. Saving our desert mesquite from parasites, exploring the...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP307
Well Drill Update & More
Install Push Rods on 1957 GMC 450 Water Well Drilling Rig
In this video Bryson replaces the bent push rods on the old GMC water well drilling truck engine. He ends up...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP306
Van Building & More
Building A Storage Cabinet Under The Back Seat In A Conversion Van
Garen and Ellie build a storage box out of scrap wood and pallets in...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP305
RV Build & More
RV Kitchen Countertop Refinish, Trim & Ceiling Paint
Bree & Jared are back in the Weekly Peek saddle! They kick off their return with redoing the kitchen countertops & paining the ceiling!...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP304
No More Tree? & More
Desert Landscaping
This week we dive into the the yard...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP303
Outdoor Patio & More
AirCrete Test & Beam
With the high price of wood, it's time to dabble in AirCrete. First we try out a small entry foam concrete pad then we jump into building foamcrete Beams for our new...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP302
RV Build & More
Building A Countertop From Scratch
Garen and Ellie are experimenting building with pallet innards (the structure part of a pallet not just the slats!) Stay tuned...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP301
Shae & Skylar & More
Engagement Announcement & Painting Trim
Shae’s house in the city is looking a little drab with it’s duel exterior. It’s time to mix some old paint and get it looking snazzy again by painting the trim. See how we...Watch
WEEKLY PEEK EP300
Bree & Jared & More
Wedding Day for Bree & Jared!
Watch Bree and Jared get Married - or as they like to say, "Get Hitched!". Shae makes wedding dress alterations and...Watch
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We moved from the city to the country in 2005. Since then, we have been building structures, raising livestock and growing some of our own foods. We are crazy about family, nutrition and want the best for our growing family.
