Fifty two years ago I brought a first washing machine. We lived in town, very poor family and washing was done by hand by my mother. The washing day was miserable one, only some soup for dinner, lots of complaining of my mother and mass all around our humble little flat. Washing machine was far away to my parents means. Then I got my first employment very bad payed and still living with my parents, but I decided to buy washing machine. It was big and ugly, but for us it was the most beautiful thing we ever had. My mother used to put the chair in front of the machine window and she was watching the miracle of washing. It took me more than a year to pay the machine installments, almost the third part of my months salary, but I never complained or regret this purchase. It changed our lives to better and I would be grateful for it for ever.

I completely understand your excitement at the arrival of the washing machine! After THIRTY years off-grid we finally, this year, got a dishwasher -- a real game-changer. You can imagine that if we have been 30 years off-grid, we are no longer exactly spring chickens... not having that pile of dishes to wash every day is a real joy!

am I the only one who thinks that Welsh has to be one of the most pleasant British accents? Not to mention Iwan and Carissa among the most enjoyable hosts on KZfaq

I am SOOOOOOO happy that Frankie gets unlimited clean socks to bury now!!!!!!!!!!!!

The things you removed from the back of the washing machine, they're to hold the drum in place when it's being transported I believe

We live off grid too and have used an automatic machine for a few years. If you do a 30° wash, its plenty warm enough and uses a lot less power. Being able to wash clothes more regularly your clothes don't seem to get so dirty, if you get what i mean. Things are coming together.

TipTopTips -DANGER- Do not use the coiled extension cord with heavy loads ,B ecause it works as an eletric selonoid and can melt the wire insulation ..... besides,,, even with normal loads it increases eletric consumtion.. - In the winter days with low batery , you can use the machine with cold water or low temperature program (engine=just 300w) (heating element =1800 to 2000W) - Check the hose (inLet) filter once a month because u run water from the well... - Find a flat board to put the machine or else soner then later the "machine feet" will fall in the pallet gap when centrifugating 😄 ..... take care

congratulations on the washing machine! Carissa, if I may, in this video alone you have TWO potential best-selling prints, Albi "watching tv"(hypnotized by the washing machine) and Albi and João doing the ying/yang sleep in the basket! beijinhos do Brasil

Being from Texas I'm seeing so many similarities with Portugal weather although we seem to get more extreme conditions as it gets hotter, colder, and a lot more windy. Living on 3 acres I relate with all your challenges. No city water only high priced electric. Your animals are precious. They bring so much joy. God bless you both and your journey.

Just a quick thing about electrical safety Clarissa...it is a very good idea to TOTALLY unwind all of the cable form the reel. This is because if you don't, what is still on the reel creates a solenoid, and can generate heat...and melt the wiring in the cable...and potentially cause a fire. That type of reel was BANNED in the Royal Australian Air Force back in the late 1970's - early 1980"s. They have a type of reel which you must unwind in order to gain access to where you can then plug in an appliance (can't quite remember when) for this very reason. I also mentioned this to my BAE Systems Bosses when I was out in Saudi, but they couldn't give a damn... Just thinking of your safety .....Cheers.

The transporting rods you have to remove lock the drum in place so it doesn't get damaged during transport - plumber here :)

I know how you feel to get a washing machine. I was the same when I got a tap and pipes to my sink in Mozambique instead of going to the well and collecting by hand and having to shower in a little bowl with buckets of water. The locals were worse of than us who lived in the Bush that is really off grid. I'm off grid now as well have to have water delivered and have solar have a little washing machine that is for a motor home but does fine for us. We must be thankful of what we have I'm far better off here but I have memories of how the people survive in Moz and my heart is with them walking miles to get water. That to me is really off grid . Please always be happy with what you have and will get I am and say thankyou everyday for what I have and for those who have not . Enjoy your washing machine I do ❤

So happy for you, guys. A washing machine. Butttt..... I think you should unwind the electrical wire completely. Otherwise it can act like a coil and become hot and even catch fire.

A washing machine is happiness 😊. I'm so happy things are moving fwd for your family! Congrats on everything you've 2 have accomplished!

Just watched the Ben Fogle episode, what a lovely couple Luke and Sarah seem to be. On another note, when you take cuttings, it is usually recommended that you cut it back to just two leaves because as it doesn‘t have roots it cannot sustain lots of leaves and just dries out.

Congratulations on the washer! Some appliances just make you happy! Nothing wrong with that! Is there enough room to put the washer somewhere near the shower? Then, all you need is a splitter for the hose! I suppose you could always build a little breeze block shed. "Uncle" Nick would help after he builds his cold room! Lol! Be very careful about the foxes. If they're hungry, they'll go after the cats too, or horror of horrors, Frankie! That's how I lost my cat. Have a good week! Blessed Be!

I was so excited for you with washing machine, can relate... Big leap forward in the comfort/progress. Well done. Small steps sometimes feel like giant steps.❤

How awesome that you guys met Ben, I've always loved watching his shows. Great that he filmed Luke and Sarah as well, I'm going to be sure to look out for it.❤

How exciting for you, a washer! And a bigger cabin! Yeah!

Watched Ben Fogle for years, delighted to see you guys on it! Shouted to my wife "I know those two!" 'Know' being slightly exaggerated obviously, having only been subscribed to your channel for a few months now. Another lovely video to watch, thank you, love how Diego follows you everywhere - that's the joy in a rescue dog I guess! Super shot of the two cats in the log basket, how homely is that! Dishwasher next girl - no looking back is there! Keep safe you two!

Congratulations on the addition of a washing machine!! I very much dislike using public laundromats and couldn't imagine life without my washing machine, so I am "very" happy for you. The kitties in the basket were so adorable I had to screen shot them 😄. Your "premier" night out sounded like great fun. It's so heart warming to see how you all have created such a lovely community of friends/family. Looking forward to new cabin build 👍. Take care!! 🥰♥️

The little things that can make the biggest differences. Good for you two!

Lovely video again. The footage of Albi and Joao, Albi and Frankie sleeping=❤❤❤ I totally understand your joy over the washing machine!

Lovely vlog this week and you were great on the Ben Fogle programme. You looked as relaxed as you usual laid back selves😊

Diogo and the cats are seeing it for the first time as well lol. Great addition to make life easier for you guys.👍

After so many years without a washing machine, what a wealth! What also nice to see is that there is more confidence in yourself when you are at work. The growth not only in work, but also in you. Nice.

I loved the yin and yang of Albi and João in the basket near the end. Hope the washing machine makes life a little easier for you. I'm off to watch 'New lives in the wild' now!

yay a washing machine 😁 exciting being involved in tv show, onwards and upwards to reach 50,000 subs and beyond 🥳

I can’t imagine anybody would think you were silly to be excited about getting a washing machine! I’ve never had to live without one, even in college there were machines downstairs in the basement, but I can imagine what a pain it would be to drive into town and spend your morning there instead of working on your farm. Congrats on your new luxurious necessity, lol.

A simple way to reduce electricity: don't use the heating of the washing machine for warm water, but feed the machine with warm water (gasbottle/heater). The only desadvantage is that you also rinse with warm water if you are not around to switch the water from warm to cold. Works perfect as I know from my own off-grid experience.

So happy you have a washing machine it’s the little thing you take for granted 🤗

A dream come true your off grid washing machine yeah hey 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 what a treat I watched Fogel in the wild you came over very good what lovely people to call friends hope you enjoyed your premiere

I have never been without a washer before, but I totally get why you are so tickled to now have one. As for the cost, I personally don't think you need to justify or explain why it's important.

How about a scarecrow or an electric fence around the chicken coup to scare the fox? Glad you got your washing machine cause I know how it feels!

Enjoyed the entire video! I'm so happy you finally got your washing machine and yes, they do save money! Saw Y'all helping Luke and Sarah way back. And seen all the videos this week! And the watch party pics of Luke , Sarah, Nick, Ang and Y'all! You came off looking good on the behind scene clips of Sarah's. I'll have to wait for KZfaq for the Fogel show since I'm in the USA. Can't afford a VPN, but. If I was a KZfaq and not just a watcher, I would definitely get one! I don't travel to Europe but once or twice a year to get one. ✝️🙏🇺🇸🇬🇧🇵🇹⛵👣🤗

I watched New Lives with Ben and @lukeandsarahsoffgridlife You did good on your first premiere Iwan and Carissa 👍 and a brand new washing machine as well!! I remember when my late mum got her first automatic washing machine, both she and I sat in the kitchen watching it, just like Mr Albi Cat 😅 It definitely IS the “small things” that make it a wee bit better. Sending over much love and appreciation for bringing us along on your videos, every week. Audrey, from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

It’s so calamine to watch your channel ,music is beautiful ,your animals are happy and both of you are lovely ,God bless you

😀 Yay! Washing machine, that's no laughing matter, it is a game changer. A washing machine is like a car, you dont realize how much you need it till something goes wrong and you dont have it any more, a machine is Gold! Im so happy for you guys right now, probably more than i should be, vicarious living and all that. It is thrilling, man my life must be sad if im getting such a buz from yr new machine, good thing ive got you lot to cheer me up 😂

Go girl, you’re using that sledgehammer like a seasoned tradie!😮😊

Happy Happy for you. YAY. Love to you all ❤. Your animals are excited too! A real family it's amazing. GOD bless you.

Forgot to add. There is a circle cut out at the bottom of your washer on front you can use a tool to open it if your machine has any sort of issues. It is another drain. sometimes sediment and in my case, cat hair clogs it. it just runs free and cleans out the stuff .

So happy for you. Congratulations on the washing machine 😊 I hope someone over there see your video and that they donate all the pallets you're going to build your cabin ❤

How did you get the cats to pose so adorably in the basket at 29:45? ❤❤❤

You could put the washing machine in the hut extension to use the same water supply and drain as the shower into your burried drainage area😊

Congrats! Your new washing machine is a blessing!!🎉🎉🎉🎉👏👏👏👏👏👍😊👍 ❣️ Kitties and doggies are always curious about what's happening! 👍😊👍🌟

Don't forget to take the travel bolts out. It's the long bolts with the black rubbers on the back

What a difference the washing machine will make!

I'm happy for yougetting a washing machine! I think your white and gold kitty is happy, too. I just love her.

Hi guys, I'm happy and jealous at the same time 😅 happy you finally be able to set-up a washer and jealous that we probably still have some more years at laundromat 🙄 i guess we will not have a chat at the laundromat anymore hay 😉 you're cat seemed fascinated by the washer though 😅 take care guys

I love those spikes on the end of the posts. Wish we had them here. If you put cross braces between the sides it'll make it much stronger. I just recently got a washing machine for my offgrid place too .... i know how you feel regarding miraculous appliaces 😂

I'm jumping for joy for you!! Is a dryer in your future? I'm an Italian American (dual citizen) living on a tiny Italian island. I've gotten used to hanging our clothes outdoors, or all over the apt on wet rainy days. I do miss a dryer, but I will never complain about the small sacrifices we make for living a small life here. Love watching you create your homestead. I will admit to having binge watched you so I could catch up.

Even here in America where everything is in abundance buying a washer and dryer was awesome because going to the laundromat was expensive time consuming and and tiresome. Congratulations. Get a multi facet attachment for your hose then you can attach one for your shower without having to detach the washer hose❣

It was special to see u on Ben's programme, u did well. 😊Happy for u to now have a washings machine, well done,😊❤

Like the idea of the cabin ,can't wait to see!!!!😊😊😊🇬🇷 🇬🇷

We were watching the TV/Fogle show and I referenced you both to my wife and then what a surprise you were suddenly there with Nick et al. Love it when you are putting things up. 👍

Such a game changer and money saver. Yeah! Diago - bad fox!! Like the tidy up - spent all day today cleaning, sorting and organizing. Tired but feels great!😍🇨🇦

So happy for you now that you have a washing machine! I had to go to laundromats for a long time when I got married. Fully understand how thrilled you are. Janice from Arkansas USA

I'm so happy you got a washing machine!! I think you will miss the pergola in front of the house. It shades the house and keeps the heat down inside. Good luck with the machine. Good fortune, blessings and health to you all.

Happy for you guys ,enjoy Carrisa!!!!❤❤🇬🇷 🇬🇷

what a change to have your own washing machine, i am happy for you, makes it all so easyer

Wonderful video to watch in bed on a Saturday morning/afternoon , I have been unwell with shingles so I am under doctors orders to rest up for another week. Great news on the washing machine I know the feeling of having clean clothes and sheets, when I lived in a tent in Spain many moons ago, I has to cater for 30 accommodations which all had to have clean bedding and seating covers, the list was very long. I was managing a holiday complex for an English company who sent me over a washing machine. It was the best thing I could of received, just in time for the holiday season to begin. I had the same set up as you and the washing machine was up and running in no time. With the hot weather drying times were super quick, love all your washing blowing in the wind, looks like my blanket on the line too, National Trust? You are both stars in the making, take care, watch you again soon.

I came upon your channel last week and was totally transfixed watching your two long "timelapse" compilation videos. I am now totally hooked on following your progress, and seeing the innovative way you use modern technology in order to enjoy your life off-grid. I also love watching the antics of the dogs and cats, and loved seeing the cats in the "yin and yang" position in the basket!! [I found the Ben Fogle episode where you joined your friends to help with construction, and thought your interview went very well, so you didn't need to worry about how you came across in a video that you hadn't edited yourselves!! 😄]

Congratulations on your washing machine!! Watching you bring down your trellis was breaking my heart and all I was thinking was I hope she saves some for cuttings to try to regrow and there you did it❤ My heart is happy again❤😊

When Frankie has an accident when it's raining just put the blanket on the clothes line and let the rain rinse it off and let dry on the line. Then wash when weather is better. I also rotate my dog blankets and put one set to air out. My two dogs love their blankets. Congratulations on washer and your 🎉debut on Ben's video.

Congrats on new washer. Glad you are building a new bed room/ office space. Take care. ❤

I set up my washing machine today...it took about 30+ minutes to fill from the rain tank...think I need a pump! But once it did the wash it was so nice to have well spun, clean clothes:-) Later I added the pump works a treat.

I think Albee approves of the new washing machine. Happy washing ! ❤

Congratulations! That washing machine will give you so much more time to stay on your homestead and work on all your projects?

How exciting for you. We all take so much for granted living in a house attached to the grid and being able to use electrical appliances at will, this washing machine will make your life so much easier now. All you need now is a clothes line xxx

You need angle bracing on the solar panel building!!!

I loved going to the shops with you. I live at the bottom of the world and have never visited Portugal, so look forward to your excursions away from home. 😊

Re: Mic compatibility.. If you can still record the audio from the mics you can always sync up the video and mic audio in your editor without needing to upgrade the camera…

I love the silver tint of your trees

Wow he is my favourite TV guy I seen all his videos in the channel....❤from Tamizhnaadu South India ❤

You could convert the old bedroom and bath into storage

You can use conkers as soap too.

Like you guys have rockets up your bums lately. It is great to see you achieving so much and that you are getting a few more creature comforts to make living a bit easier. Have really been enjoying your content recently.

when you get a new washing machine and have to transport it they always have bolts that go into a big square block of concrete thats in the carcus of the machine .this prevents it moving in transit. its in there to give the machine ballast to stop it bouncing round the garden when washing hope this helped . love the channel

Congratulations on your new washer. I completely get it…when you relieve a pain point that’s been sore for awhile, it can bring such joy! Something I use to help me prioritize what project I’m going to do next. What’s causing me the most pain or stress? In Canada, I can’t watch the show you mentioned unfortunately. So I went to try and buy some tea. And you only sell within the UK. Are you planning to branch out to international shipping at some point? I had my heart set on some Scottish breakfast. Love your channel 😊.

I like to run a bit of white vinegar in the machine to make sure it doesn’t get stinky plus there should be a filter near bottom front to clean out every so often

Yes, you can notice the difference with your clear up 😊! Congrats on acquiring your new washer 🙆🏻‍♀️, woot! Bet you'll notice having a few more euros in your pocket from not having to go to the coin lavaria machine. Much nicer to be on your laptops and/or enjoying a glas of your own delicious wine🍷. It's so cool to see you achieve your own milestones making your off grid life more comfy. Maybe Albi met a neighbor who blessed her for ash wednesday... early? The heavens smiled 🌞 on you for your first hot washy wash. Carissa, i love how you are often the one assembling and installing appliances, you're a lovely empowering role model for us wimmins young👧 and old👩🏼‍🦳. Yes, you deffo need to shift on your feet to figure solutions for off grid challenges! I often wish i could shower my mom outside on the cement patio... you inspire me to devise a solar powered, heated round cabin or tent to spray wash her aply rotating (soft) brushes to soap & scrub like in the car wash... the water coukd just splash onto the nylon walls then drain straight into the french drain 🤞🏼😊. I saw a neat video i wanted to send Iwan but couldn't figure out how to... someone forage a tiny oinecome when it was closed up. They left it in the sun on a windowsill. After some days, it slowly opened and began to drop its tiny seeds. When it was done, the person had a ceramic cup sort of the shaoe of a cradled palm and its center had an angled little pot with tiny holes. She filled the pot with growing medium, then tweezed individual pine seeds into each hole, then covered with more growing medium and a spray of water. When the seed sprouted and began to flower, it formed the most charming baby bonsai, and it made me think of Iwan. If ever i get to visit out your way, i must find you such a ceramic dish and a tiny pine cone starter 😊. Omg, Albi and João doing their FOGgie style ying & yand thing in a rectangular basket is to cute 🤗. I'm sure you enjoyed your premiere with friends 💕.

My mum had nine kids and didn't get a washing machine until we were nearly grown. She went to the races and won. Bought a twin tub. Before that we did the washing in the bath, by tramping it.

Carrissa an Iuwan.i see you have a trellis.we grow snow peas on trellis yummy. Can eat raw or cook ..we have snake beans now nearly one MTR long.all the best to you both from NewZealand

Love the washing on the line❤ and the Ying and Yang cat shots, great video again guys❤

Hmmm 🤔 what happened to the rear of the washing machine 😂, little shallow in depth , kidding Ofc but yeah a game changer Clarissa at any size 👌🏻, I remember when we got our first front loader automatic washer and my dog would sit watching it go around and around for hours 😁, Frankie & Diogo will love it 😂

The first thing I bought was my washing machine. I bought a really cheap one and 5 years later, it is still plugging away. I had just moved to Italy and I bought this before a bed lol. Excited for you. It makes such a difference in ones life.

Congratulations on the washer 🎉

HI there, great that you can do your washing at home now. But I would unwind all the cable when the washer in use as it will hot. The Cable that i referring too.

The balts in the back of the washing machine are to keep the drum still while it's being transported. I only found out from the driver that fitted mine 😅 love your channel. Beautiful animals ❤️ they make me smile as they are all so interested in what u both are doing 😊

Congratulations on the washing machine. I was as excited as if it were for me! 😊

Always watch that program and was great to see you both on it, hope he has liked and subscribed to you all 🤪 Do wonder if he got to meet the famous pair Frankie and Diogo

I have the same delicate yellow butterflies popping out in my living room windows in northern minnesota !!! ❤

I can understand how happy you must be to now have a washing machine a real game changer for you. You are right laundrettes are expensive. Its £8 a load here too. Mind i do have to take my big king size fleece blankets to the laundrette as my washing machine doesnt like it. Once the water is in the fleece it makes it very heavy.

The bolts make a horrible clanking noise if you run the washing machine with them - like it is falling apart! When I got my latest machine installed, the plumber forgot to take them out and the whole machine started to move across the floor with the vibrations (I was running the first hot wash). Luckily google came to the rescue - I hadn't known about the bolts either!

Aww, super happy for you getting a washing machine 😊 Also, I like the wind noise in the vids..its rustic, real and charming.. don't go 'to professional' 😅 we like the 'realness' 😊❤

Euans roasted tomato soup looked delicious have you thought about compiling a book of your favourite tried and tested recipes? I would certainly buy it.

Happy days, a washing machine! Have a great week, Laura ❤❤❤

Congrats on the new washer and tv debut 😅😅honestly those furry friends of yours are so adorable!🥰 happy days to you all (especially warm sunny breezy washing days 😅🙌)

🥰🥳💫✨💖 Amazing times saver and very needed 🎉🎉🎉

Good luck with your new build,if you follow Project Kampf,who are in your area I think ,they are very big on sustainability and are always going to a place that sells a whole lot of recycled wood for their building projects.