Building a Bookcase Wall and End Table, My Off Grid Log Cabin Interior is Almost Finished

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Published 2023-03-10
Using a combination of rough cut pine, walnut and birch and tongue and groove cedar, I build a bookcase wall to separate the living room from the bathroom and an end table to support a lamp, books, card games...
With cold February temperatures testing the comfort of the off grid log cabin, the wood stove proves to be up to the task of heating the space and the mass of the logs retains it well, with morning temperatures in the cabin remaining quite warm.
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All Comments (21)
  • @cfs5593
    we need a walking tour of the new cabin and out buildings once the weather is nice.
  • Love how you apologize to Callie for her having to move. She let you know she wanted her toy back, still acts like a pup, love your relationship. Your cabin is now awesome
  • @atox4957
    The hardest part of watching this channel is trying not to feel jealousy. Truly a beautiful thing you have going on.
  • @annh9225
    What a hoot - Cali lying down close to you as you nail another board, and you have to work around her, because she is not moving! What a terrific little actress Cali is - such an engaging personality. Love her to bits!
  • @AuntieDeb71
    Amazing how that bookcase took things from simple shelter to super cozy rustic home in one fell swoop!
  • Who needs a housing market when you’ve got the ability to build your own? Man, this is great stuff!
  • @greyhound3561
    I was fortunate to find your channel early on, when you started with the first cabin, when you began to add rooms onto it I thought you might be dreaming about how you might do it again if you ever got the chance, - knowing all the things you learnt building it , then a development forced you to do exactly that - move and begin again - and now, after a huge effort you have a true home to live and grow, family included if needs-be, it`s a testament to the person you are Shawn, I admire you and what you have created, I look forward to new episodes as I`m unable to get out as often as I`d like to..
  • @amybarb25
    I gotta tell you Shawn. You really put your all into this cabin. It’s way better than the last one. I just knew despite the problem with the neighbor, you were being guided to bigger, better and more Shawn-ish arrangements. The lord works in mysterious ways. Well done.
  • @d.p.9005
    Sir, you’ve got more talent In one finger ,then many of carpenters that I’ve met in my lifetime, am serious.😮
  • @kgbear3662
    I’m so behind on finishing my cabin, however I’ve found peace and comfort in watching you fulfill your dreams. Thank you for posting all your toils and labor.
  • @19sl57
    I’m glad to see that Cali gets her own chair! I loved the scene of you sitting down, reading near the warmth of the stove. Enjoy the fruits of all your labor!
  • Cali is such a beautiful dog. So loyal to you. Looks like a cozy morning in the cabin. You have made such good progress in your new home. Well done!
  • @Larry-325
    Must feel good Shawn to be at this point. Having your sitting area back in front of the fire! Looks like home for you and Cali now. Beautiful job! 👍👍👍
  • You are an incredibly talented craftsman and woodworker. I am amazed as to the quality of everything you have built by hand, including your cabin! Your furry companion is a treat to watch as well. I hope you have many years of happiness in your off-grid cabin in the woods, along with your four pawed housemate.
  • @tonyn3123
    Cabin is sure looking cozy and homey. I bet your wife loves it. Thanks. Good video.
  • Your cabin lodge is a work of Art! It is so very beautiful! You are a magnificent architect!😊
  • That bookcase wall divider looks really good Shawn, great craftsmanship! Love the end table as well! Cali enjoys sleeping in her chair, she just wants to be close to you! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼
  • @KZ-np8fz
    Wow! Between the beauty of your cabin, the beautiful dog (an adorable supervisor) and the pristine views of the night sky in snowy the woods... I'm in awe. Simply stunning. I love winter, and the smell of woods smoke... I swear I could almost smell it watching this video. Thank you for sharing and inspiring us.
  • @Amy-of7gw
    Awe, sweet Cali so stressed out she had to hold your slipper❤️ What a sweetheart. The cabin looks awesome, as always
  • @Anne-FromQc
    Oh this dog!!! She is such a love 💕 my heart melted when she looked right at the camera 🥰