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10: Narrowboat DIY - Making an Ottoman Bed as a COMPLETE DIY NOVICE!
My dad came up from Birmingham to help for a couple of days, and we spent many hours building this ottoman bed after Hefty taught me how to do the framework in the last vlog.
This vlog is a lot of me waffling away, making mistakes and almighty do-nots of narrowboat DIY but also contains some satisfying results!
Probably not perfection, but having a bed that I can easily lift makes my life so much easier since I have a bad back from a double-spinal fracture mountain fall a few years ago. Gaz and I are easily pleased, so I'm very happy with these few days of work!
We are Ash and Gaz, two self-employed performers living on our narrowboat while we do an (almost) complete DIY overhaul. We also write and play music as Butterfly Moon.
We hope you enjoy our journey!
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9: Bulkheads and Bedframes - Narrowboat DIY
zhlédnutí 385Před 4 měsíci
I had a couple of days with Hefty looking at cutting and placing our bathroom/bedroom bulkhead and building the bedframe. It's good when you can start building stuff and not just destroying everything! Hefty runs Anvil Workshop who do fancy-pants leather stuff and amazing upholstery: www.theanvilworkshop.co.uk/ We are Ash and Gaz, two self-employed performers living on our narrowboat while we d...
8: YES!!! We finally got rid of that leaky air vent! - Narrowboat DIY
zhlédnutí 568Před 4 měsíci
One thing led to another and we ended up with an angle grinder, hammer, chisel and lots of gaffer tape on our leaky air vent and surrounding metal. A very satisfying removal! Also features a fair amount of bleeping bleep bleeps. We are Ash and Gaz, two self-employed performers living on our narrowboat while we do an (almost) complete DIY overhaul. We also write and play music as Butterfly Moon....
7: Narrowboat DIY - Finally we have ballast and subfloor!!!
zhlédnutí 399Před 4 měsíci
Ash was away for a few days so Gaz had some help from Ben and Hefty. Hopefully Ben will be back soon to help us with some simple welding and Hefty has been great at helping us map out some plans and teaching Ash some basic woodwork! Shout out to his company Anvil Workshop who do fancy-pants leather stuff and amazing upholstery: www.theanvilworkshop.co.uk/ This video includes some bilge ballast ...
6: Narrowboat DIY - Sun, Saws and Subfloors
zhlédnutí 533Před 4 měsíci
We gained some momentum and hand-sawed some more subfloor bits for our narrowboat along with treating the plywood with wood glue/water and deck stain. It was very satisfying being able to walk all the way down the boat! We are Ash and Gaz, two self-employed performers living on our narrowboat while we do an (almost) complete DIY overhaul. We also write and play music as Butterfly Moon. We hope ...
5: Narrowboat DIY - Destroying Bedroom and Making Plans
zhlédnutí 1,4KPřed 5 měsíci
We ventured to the stern end of the narrowboat for this video. It involved assessing a very large vent in our bedroom which would have been in the previous engine room before the former owner moved the engine room around. We also found some pesky current and former visitors, along with a fair amount of procrastination! Here's to a healthy mix of destruction and planning! We are Ash and Gaz, two...
4: Narrowboat DIY - Painting the Bilge and Exhaust Unwrapping
zhlédnutí 688Před 5 měsíci
We went slightly loopy-tired in this one. Lots of painting, DIY and shenanigans. And also we were very much beer-fuelled by the end of it! Gaz enjoyed his newfound 'link below' power : Thanks to our friend Hefty at Anvil Workshop for the DIY t-shirt: www.theanvilworkshop.co.uk/ And also Gaz's dad David at Alice's Hardware in Huddersfield: aliceskitchen24/ - thanks for the gloves! W...
3: Narrowboat DIY - Bilge De-rusting and Vactan
zhlédnutí 478Před 5 měsíci
We removed the ballast and insulation in the bow end of the bilge, sanded/chiselled the rust and put a layer of vactan on it. There's also a little bit of Gaz doing some rewiring of the plugs. We are Ash and Gaz, two self-employed performers living on our narrowboat while we do an (almost) complete DIY overhaul. We also write and play music as Butterfly Moon. We hope you enjoy our journey! Comm...
2: Narrowboat DIY - Destroy
zhlédnutí 773Před 5 měsíci
Here's how we spent day 2 of our renovation project. We took lots of things apart! Destruction is fun. The most fun bit of a project, some would say! #narrowboat #boatlife #mytinyhome #alternativelifestyle #gratitude #narrowboatlife#narrowboatliving #narrowboatsofinstagram #narrowboathome #narrowboatrenovation #canalboat #houseboat #homeonwater #liveaboard #offgrid #offgridhome #followyourdream...
1: Narrowboat DIY - Let the project commence!
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We're now at Aqueduct Marina, embarking on some extensive refitting for Rose of Cassington (Cassie) the narrowboat - soon to be renamed! Some of the things we have to do: de-rust and repaint part of the bilge, take up and fit a new subfloor, fit flooring, take wall panels off and replace, add lights, rebuild bedroom/living room furniture and steps, hull blacking and inevitably much, much more.....
Still Gonna Be There - Sarajevo Busking
zhlédnutí 123Před 7 měsíci
We had a lovely time in Bosnia. We busked in Sarajevo and Jajce- this video is our song ‘Still Gonna Be There’ in Sarajevo Old Town on 3rd February, 2024. People were so kind, generous and up for a lot of fun. We absolutely loved Bosnia - one of our favourite places! We couldn’t find any street performance regulations so we set up unplugged and didn’t have any problems. #busking #sarajevo #bosn...
Butterfly Moon - An exciting way to start a band!
zhlédnutí 30Před rokem
We went on an adventure in our car through Ireland and saw some amazing places while we created ideas for our new acoustic duo Butterfly Moon. We thought it would be nice to try and vlog our way around although we’re usually very much disconnected from that world! Here’s to learning and more discovery. #music #acoustic #musician #butterflymoon #singer #songwriter #carcamping #adventure #youtube...
Gig Reel
zhlédnutí 183Před rokem
Here are some samples of our gigs from Pantfest and Timberfest 2022. 'Shine Your Light' and 'Northern Lights' copyright by Butterfly Moon Check out our website www.butterflymoon.co.uk for events and bookings. #music #epk #musicreel #livemusic #acoustic #duo #musician #butterflymoon #garethpricebaghurst #ashleighaston
Nest Residency with Talking Birds
zhlédnutí 78Před rokem
We had an amazing 10 days with Talking Birds at The Nest in Coventry. Here's a little vlog about our time with them! If you want to check them out, here's their website: talkingbirds.co.uk/ Insta: butterflymoonmusic FB: butterflymoonmusic #vlog #residency #art #music #musician #garethpricebaghurst #ashleighaston
Still Gonna Be There
zhlédnutí 71Před 2 lety
A lockdown creation using home footage from ourselves, friends and family. This is one of several songs written during lockdown and part of our ever-growing setlist. Hope you enjoy! Music

Komentáře

  • @shirleygreaves9650
    @shirleygreaves9650 Před měsícem

    Just found you and I’m going to binge watch your earlier videos. Great work done in this vlog, looking fabulous. X

  • @sianwarwick633
    @sianwarwick633 Před měsícem

    Great how good the bed looks. I'll keep in this mind gor any future projects. I would have had issues with the damn hinge, and pushing through the difficulties to get the job done. You are right - we all have different skills for the job that needs doing. I think i had been looking at a lot of DIY stuff online, instead of doing my own DIY. I will post a video with my bicycle issues on my channel. Not sure if that's an issue

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před měsícem

      @@sianwarwick633 I agree that I’m quite scatterbrained but I definitely wouldn’t put all women into the same category. I know and learn from a lot of formidable women - I’m just a complete novice because I’ve never done it before, and that’s also okay. Everyone starts somewhere. Thanks for feedback on the edits - I’m still getting the hang of it so it’ll hopefully be a bit more slick with less time spent on showing mistakes in the future.

    • @sianwarwick633
      @sianwarwick633 Před měsícem

      @@butterflymoonmusic I gotta say, I'm no good at editing

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před měsícem

      @@sianwarwick633 It's all a journey and it's nice to try and learn. Yes, that'd be great to post about your bicycle issues. Does it seem like a complicated fix?

  • @GaryThomsonJoinery
    @GaryThomsonJoinery Před 2 měsíci

    Yes and well done for giving it a go, you did a good job, 👍🔨📐😀

    • @GaryThomsonJoinery
      @GaryThomsonJoinery Před 2 měsíci

      Subbed so I can see you how you guys are getting on 😁

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks! I've given up on editing for a bit, but am storing up videos so the next one will probably be out in a couple of months. It's slow progress but fun figuring it all out! Trying to think of clever ways to put our musical instruments on the walls now. Thinking maybe a fold up keyboard shelf under the gunwales. Anyway, will keep you posted via videos!

  • @BellaTrix0707
    @BellaTrix0707 Před 2 měsíci

    I recommend to everyone these books: Boatowners Mechanical and Electrical Manual (4th Edition or newer) by Calder The 12 volt Bible for boats by Brotherton (used only cause its an old book) The Narrowboaters Builders Book (3rd Edition or newer) by Waterways These books will not only help you but make your life much easier. Just stumbled across your channel.. deffo not family hahaha. Good luck on your build.

  • @peterwainwright2277
    @peterwainwright2277 Před 2 měsíci

    Hi thanks for the shoutout 😂it’s coming on,Pete on love me do

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 2 měsíci

      Haha! This shows how slow I am at editing vlogs doesn’t it 🤣 It’s getting there Pete! Though I’m currently still living in a chaotic mass of wood and tools 😝 But it’s nice to be in the building stage of things now. I’ve bought a neon green paint for the outside, although I imagine that’ll happen next year at this rate haha!

  • @morphergaming0531
    @morphergaming0531 Před 3 měsíci

    Beginner tip, my dear please cover your video monitor so your looking into the lens and talking to us. Felt like I was eavesdropping on your conversation with someone next to me 😉

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 2 měsíci

      Haha - I take it you’re not into eavesdropping then 🤣 Thanks, I’ll try and remember this. To be fair, I’d like to try and do less waffling to the camera anyway!

  • @petergoodman8378
    @petergoodman8378 Před 3 měsíci

    For someone who confesses to not knowing what she’s doing you’ve made a really good job of that. You should be proud of yourself. Bostin, ar kid!🐨

  • @lorencolt
    @lorencolt Před 3 měsíci

    So not every shot needs to see your faces. Show the work and do a voice over. Much mumbling.

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks for the suggestions. It's definitely more of a vlog than a DIY how-to as we are still figuring it all out, but will do our best!

  • @morphergaming0531
    @morphergaming0531 Před 4 měsíci

    Thanks for the update, moving right along although it probably doesn't feel that way to you. Have you considered a Murphy bed to get more room while you sleep but up and out of the way during the daytime, just food for thought

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      Yes - we were looking into different ways of having the bed. In the end we wanted to make it more of a permanent storage space because we have so much stuff, so we’ve made an ottoman- style bed which is easy to lift up and access everything. We’re going to gain a bit of space at the front of the boat which will make things feel a bit less claustrophobic. I definitely like a bit of a cosy den for bedtime 😁

  • @petergoodman8378
    @petergoodman8378 Před 4 měsíci

    Looking good, it’s starting to come together. I shall know where to come if I ever want a boat fitted out. X 🐨

  • @DEmma1972
    @DEmma1972 Před 4 měsíci

    Love your filming format with little clips and voice over. It works well

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      Thank you. We’re still figuring it all out. They’re usually short and sweet because we forget to film some bits 😂

  • @morphergaming0531
    @morphergaming0531 Před 4 měsíci

    Just catching up on your videos, so glad I found your channel. The extra job to video while you work and doing in small supply cluttered spaces triples the workload, please know that your efforts are appreciated

  • @morphergaming0531
    @morphergaming0531 Před 4 měsíci

    Yes I agree, I've never complained that I built with too much insulation but I sure have chattered my teeth and paid exorbitant fuel costs heating poorly insulated. I'm surprised that he didn't at least plate over the vent when he extended the boat, there was no engine heat to dry off any seepage in the wall. Glad you discovered now rather than later.

  • @DEmma1972
    @DEmma1972 Před 4 měsíci

    love that you guys are taking this in its stride.

  • @DEmma1972
    @DEmma1972 Před 4 měsíci

    not seen under floor mains before on a boat lol. Think maybe replace it with arctic blue anyway?

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      It’s not supposed to be on the floor 😂 It used to trail down the gunwales I think but we’ve just got everything everywhere at the moment! In fact, thinking about it, some of it did actually run along the top of the subfloor. Lots to change 😂

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      We’ve just bought a roll of the arctic blue 😁 Good to know that’s a good thing to get!

  • @DEmma1972
    @DEmma1972 Před 4 měsíci

    gained another inch on the boat interior width by removing the T&G. New sub

  • @ajw1467
    @ajw1467 Před 4 měsíci

    the gold insulation is crap boat builder for nearly 50 years doesnt work is not a vapor barrier

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      The rockwool type stuff? We hate the stuff!

    • @ajw1467
      @ajw1467 Před 4 měsíci

      ​@butterflymoonmusic no the best is either spray closed foam or kingspan plus aluminum tape to seal up any gaps but the gold basically bubble wrap you'll have major problems with there's no thermal effiency

    • @ajw1467
      @ajw1467 Před 4 měsíci

      The company you bought the gold basically bubble wrap won't have a thermal certificate plus with rockfall there is only certain types that don't basically suck up water it's a mind field but honestly the gold bubble insultantion is useless the gold foil detacts and is pretty useless and has no thermal installation at all its your choice but I've build boats for nearly 50 years and learnt the hard way wouldn't use and don't forget it's your health

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks for all that advice. We’re definitely using spray foam for the walls/ceiling but to be honest I’ve pulled up and put down the subfloor so many times now to repaint/derust/rearrange ballast that I don’t think I’ve got another round in me to swap out that gold stuff 🤣 Though I appreciate it’s not the best. I’ve triple layered it in the hope that it at least does something! You’re so right about the health thing as well. All these changes can make life so much easier/harder. We’ve had a few health run ins - I’ve got asthma so the multi fuel stove doesn’t help with that. But I think we’re gonna stick with that type of stove as we forage for a lot of wood so it’s cheaper. Just need to find a way to make it more efficient and draw better.

  • @Skiptar
    @Skiptar Před 4 měsíci

    Loving the series so far!

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks! It’s a bit wild living on the boat and trying to do it as quickly as possible. I’ve now got many days of videos to edit. But keep forgetting to film everything haha! We’re definitely botch job kind of people but hopefully something liveable will come out of it 🤣

  • @mikeboone4425
    @mikeboone4425 Před 4 měsíci

    Termites. I think and April is that time or year here it is any way in California.

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      Yikes! I don’t know why, but the word termites send shivers down my spine. Oooh I bet it’s nice over in California though, despite the termites.

    • @mikeboone4425
      @mikeboone4425 Před 4 měsíci

      Weather here in North Sand Diego county over cast and 66 degrees now chance of rain in 2 days rain here is a very big deal most of the time is never happens . It's like any where else in the world not as it is advertised prices on everything are just sky rocketing . Have a great day stay safe.

    • @mikeboone4425
      @mikeboone4425 Před 4 měsíci

      For got about Termites they never go away cost about 3 grand to tent a 1400 squarer foot house . in most cases there back in 2 years Weve never tented as long as we have ants they love termites so chance we have ants in the attic and under the house we have access to the under the house most people kill the ants in the yard .I spry for termites not ant we never have ants in the house .

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      @@mikeboone4425 you too! That makes me feel slightly better about the British weather. Though I’ve got a few days of no rain now so making the most of it!

    • @YaaLFH
      @YaaLFH Před 2 měsíci

      Lacewings. Termites aren't green and don't live in the UK.

  • @petergoodman8378
    @petergoodman8378 Před 4 měsíci

    Go Team ButterflyMoon!🐨

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks Peter! We're definitely trying our best.

    • @petergoodman8378
      @petergoodman8378 Před 4 měsíci

      @@butterflymoonmusic I think you're both working incredibly hard. I'm proud of you.🐨

  • @cherylkennedy615
    @cherylkennedy615 Před 5 měsíci

    Those little boat inhabitants look like Lacewings, or fairies 😁

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 4 měsíci

      Ooooh. Let’s hope they’re fairies blessing the boat 😝🤪

  • @sidewaysid
    @sidewaysid Před 5 měsíci

    I have watched a load of boat build, boat life blogs, Ben and Emily for instance, but this that you are doing is more up my street, a right pair of Loonies ah ah, I am hooked, please don't promote Hello fresh, that is all I ask

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 5 měsíci

      We solemnly swear to never promote Hello Fresh. And to keep up the loonies!

  • @sidewaysid
    @sidewaysid Před 5 měsíci

    I have just gone through all of this on an old boat I have bought

    • @butterflymoonmusic
      @butterflymoonmusic Před 5 měsíci

      Amazing. Feel free to throw some suggestions and share any horror stories haha!