I'm sure it's not just me, but here's how a Laura Kampf video goes for me: 1) start video 2) get excited and energized 3) stop video 4) go work on something in my shop 5) come back later and finish video Thank you, Laura, for the added motivation each week.

Consider putting in a retractable electric cord in the rafters to drop down when needed, but out of the way.

I love how you're basically taking us on a journey. To be fair you always did it in your videos, but this somehow feels expanded from just figuring out a design, next onto figuring out a house, to now figuring out every component of a new life

The quick Tacoma breakdown "alt scenario" was hilarious. Nice MacGyver skills.

I love the easy flowing hair. Ive always wondered what was under the hat. You look awesomely happy

From a seventy year old woman, I love watching you navigate through life. Vaya con Dios.

I love the house videos, for sure, but I love the Laura that we see in LA. It is the Laura that started this channel!

Cleaning the streets of LA, one discarded table at a time...I love it!

laura security glasses please. always take of your eyes... i love your videos, you are trully an inspiration

Laura takes a trashed portable table and turns it into a useful table in her shop. Perfect! I love watching your creative projects.

Inspiring to see you tackle essentially a full life makeover with such enthusiasm and joy. Thank you for all the content! And, the edit of the car breakdown reaction was hilarious. I'd be number two, lol.

Laura, if you haven't invested in shop insurance, a security system, cameras, and damn good locks, you should really consider it.

"i'm not gonna set up the Table Saaw until the shop is ready" [jump cuts to the Table Saw already set up] "D'oh!" LMAO i feel ya

Super happy the car problem wasn't anything serious! And the foldable table idea is awesome! Have a safe and nice travel back to Germany!❤

‘Making’ is as much about making or remaking ourselves as it is about making ‘things’. Thank you for taking us on your journey of remaking yourself!

And your spontaneity is just one of of the reasons we love you, Laura!

The laura with shades gave me serious terminator 2 Linda Hamilton wibes..

Now that you're in America, when you make a fix like that, you need a shot of you wiggling the battery holder, showing it isn't moving, slapping it, and saying "That ain't going nowhere!"

Ooooh this feels weird that the premiere time shifted

Loving the idea of you making things from junk collected from the streets of LA. Can't begin to imagine the things that get thrown out around there.

Ok so a few days ago my partner and I were cleaning up our workshop and had several Allen wrenches that came with stuff we bought, and I said to him, I bet Laura would have a project or idea for what to do with these instead of throwing them away. Then this video comes out and I screamed at the TV, like I knew you'd have something creative to use Allen wrenches for

The reason I love watching you is just seeing your thinking process, how you do things and how your not afraid to try stuff out of your comfort zone. You are an inspiration to female makes and heck to male as well. Just be you, you are great, talented and intelligent individual I think we are all better for watching and learning from you.

Laura, You look so HAPPY!!!! Thanks for sharing this adventure with us ...

This new back and forth between places and lives and video styles seems like a rhythm that powers your creativity and joy. It's a pleasure to see. Thanks

You have such an abundance of talent! Love it when you turn McGiver! Always look forward to your videos!

Your creative problem solving is always so refreshing, ingenious, and inspiring. Thank you!

You are a breath of fresh air, Laura! You are a practical, positive, problem-solving inspiration; I’m off to declutter the garden shed to turn it into the workshop I’ve always wanted…I’m 66, female and it’s going to happen! Thank you for all the videos, the honesty and humour. Liking the no-hat look! HaPpY travels.

Great simple solution, every work table needs a cutting mat!

Laura you are a woman who has won. You are very lucky and an inspiration for all of us ❤️

Thank you for your inspiration. I stopped your video half-way through, ran to my shop and did a small project. You gave the boost.

Yes! Felix! Janine! Smudo! I've missed them! BTW, I *love* that fold out table. That's exactly the kind of thing I used to love making: something useful out of trash. Extra points if it also looks good like yours.

My house burned down in 2017. Fast forward 2 years later: 2019. New house day BEFORE we move in - ALL my shop tools arrive including that particular model of saw you have. ANOTHER FIRE started and was slowly moving around some 3 miles from my house. What did I do? Assemble my saw...haven't looked back. LOVE IT!!! (and your enthusiasm and channel in general)

Your videos are an integral part of my Sunday routine, love the build this week! Hope you have a safe journey back to Germany and look forward to more!

Loving the journey. Thanks especially for the air conditioning installation episode. I think my husband (85 yrs old) is going to try to do the same thing in his shop. You are truly an inspiration! Elaine in Bow, WA

Hey Laura, love to see another Taco owner. I have a 2001 base 5 lugs , 2.4L engine 2wd just like yours but in red. I love working on it too. They will run more than 400-500k if you take take care of them. Some recommendations that's easy to work on, check the lower ball joint and the shocks. The first thing I did when o got mine was flush the transmission and engine oil. Get Bilstein shocks for front and back. The oem will be shot by now so it raise another 1 or so on your truck just with that. Love my Tacoma.

What an impressively well designed little folding table. You rock.

Yay! Germany again next week!!! YooHoo!🥳

I'm glad the truck was an easy fix. Congrats on successfully troubleshooting & fixing it ❤

03:28 Laura McGyver! 😉👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽😎🍀 congrats from good old Germany. 🙏

Laura, you are an amazing human being! Brilliant, creative, kind and funny! If I were in Köln or LA, I would absolutely volunteer to help on your projects!!! Stay awesome!! Greetings from Quebec City 🇨🇦

You’re right “ it’s not good to not be making” my eyes filled up. It’s in your blood…I relate, and I now accept and you and Simone helped me/ and are still helping me, as I navigate a 24/7 caring for a family member and finding time and energy to get back to me. So thank you both…you’re a treat to watch and the things you make are inspiring 🎉✨🌈🧡🌈✨ oh and well done Felix...smooth productions.

Thank YOU for inviting us along on your journey :D

Awesome video format with the change ups! The workaholic, the comedy & repairs ending with brilliant solution from a randomly found table!

Why not install an outlet up by the ceiling of your shop and then you would only have the cord for your saw coming down from above and no trip hazard 🙂 That's the way I have my shop wired a couple of outlets so I can move the saw around the shop floor.

So happy for you with making your life work both with family and bouncing between Germany and Los Angeles USA 🎉

Thank you Laura, taking it back to its origins. I’m looking forward to some of your fun little projects of repurposing found objects 🎉

Glad to be witnessing your joy. Thanks for sharing.

Buen regreso a Alemania. Godspeed! Un abrazo! Germán, Uruguay

I cannot describe what your videos are providing me, but I can say that I love seing you going through life and projects Much love from Frankreich

That table's far cooler than it has any right being. Also, hope you don't mind my saying, but your hair looks fanTASTIC.

Laura I’ve learned so much from you over the years and now I’m adding ISRU to the list! I’m not a maker but I am a problem solver, and you are one of my gurus. So pumped to see your journey in L.A. And if I may speak for your many fans, we’d follow you anywhere! ❤

the way your brain works is just so cool - that table is genius!

You are a fantastic inspiration but I must say nothing makes me happier than seeing you happy and enthusiastic. More Smudo helps too... 😄

I loved this video. You seamed so free and connected to that drive… thanks it was inspiring :)

I subscribed 8 years ago, your projects are creative, interesting...your videos are always enjoyable and great quality... looking forward to whatever/wherever you go!

Good problem solving on the car, you seem to be able to come up with a fix for everything! Can't wait till next week!

Turning trash into treasure. So good to see you back doing what I enjoy most. Was getting tired of the house…

You're so resourceful & skilled Laura. Not everyone manifests opportunities to re-invent their life so congratulations ... super proud of you ❤

Laura, really happy to have you as a part-time American and to see you thriving in your new second home. It doesn't look super easy, but if you were to become a dual US/Germany citizen it would be awesome!

Nice to have you here in the Golden State (though I'm up in the Bay Area so can't just stop in to say hello.) You're a welcome addition to one of the coolest coasts around!

Congrats on getting your work visa! Keep good track of your income and especially tax information. The US is really picky about that stuff. Glad your here and best wishes for your new journey!

One person’s trash is Laura’s treasure! Brilliant idea for the table , cool temp. fix for the battery connection. Sometimes it’s good to improvise, adapt and overcome!

You are a delight, Laura. Always positive, always moving forward. Really an inspiration, for all of us long-time viewers.

Let’s also take a moment to appreciate Laura’s hair in the intro

I'll be honest also: usually after you talk about the project you do a bunch of things i don't understand. But by the end I'm amazed, again, how very clever you are!! And yes, it's always FUN!! 😊❤

I miss my 90’s Tacoma soo baad! Nice truck!! ❤

Play is fun. More of that please 😊

Horse stall mats for the floor easier on your legs and tunnel the cables in the mats. It will save cutting into your floor and be way more comfy

You have a whole different vibe, different look in California.

I am confused - where is the pink tape? Great job on the truck battery hold down and that table is perfect. Please wave as you pass over the Palm Springs area - we're just about 30 miles North of that.

Love the part about the car : so funny and satisfying !

Loving the transition of USA then Germany and back, so much to see and do

congrats, so great to follow you in this new adventure !

I'm along for the journey!! Seriously, is there anything Laura can't do? Fixing a truck, building a cool table, setting up a table saw!! Hugs from 🇨🇦

Oh, that's what I do all time... I "McGywer things" That is great. Thanks for this word. I just thought I was improvising. 🤣

I just love that you fixed your truck yourself, and also that you went ahead and set up your new saw! Life is too short to wait to make a video about it ;) Bravo Laura!

Laura! No tripping needed! Make an extension cord from materials at Home Depot or Lowe's then run your power cord up the right side table extension to the ceiling. I did it! Works great!!

I love that little table and want to go pick thru the trash now!

I always thought i was team Laura builds a house videos and now you are back to Making in LA i realized i missed maker Laura a lot. Glad to see you back in your element

Laura I love your enthousiasm, your humor and your practical skills. Keep on keeping on!

I am really enjoying the videos and seeing you so happy.

When deciding how to organise a workspace seeing the tools and other things in the space makes it easier to find the right spot for them.

Laura-this lighting is gorgeous on you! You’re glowing! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Great video. The bench is awesome. Upcycle! Mahalo for sharing!

Not only Work/Life but Work/Life/Family. That is a couple of balls to bounce!

"I have no self-control." Hilarious! Loved the chair next to the folding desk.

Nein, nein, nein, nicht mcgiver it, ‘Kampf-it’ !!!!

That's a really nice table saw. Very jealous. 😅

Yay Laura! Anything you do is fun for me to watch. California or Germany, it doesn’t matter. Travel safe.

Hello Laura good quick little project. As for your car issue go to pick and pull junk yard. It is a junk yard for cars and trucks good places. Some parts are cheap some parts are expensive. Look it up I hope there's one close to you in LA.

Beautiful table saw! Nice to see you WITHOUT a hat..

You have created a life that works for you. Wondering how expensive it must be to travel back and forth. Obviously you make it work! 🦌💌❤️👍

Hilarious video Laura Looks like you have more than enough going on to deserve these small breaks you give yourself

Dont forget to keep a roll of bailing wire on hand ,I have a yota also and its battery has a bw connection,Also upgrade those battery terminals ,it gets hot in Cali and those terminals are junk

Glad to see that you have discovered Blunstone boots. My current pair is 38 years old.🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

It was a pleasure to watch this video for the simple reason that the camera was stationary like it used to be. Camera motion just for the sake of it (like on the ad at the end) is just a distraction. Thanks for sharing Laura

Love the LA videos as much as the Germany ones ❤

That table is really great.

I like your “cowboy look” in the videos from USA :). Live the “5 minutes later” thing :) I would consider something to slow down the folding table when “defolded down”, otherwise it could kick the hinges and pull the screws from the wood over time. Good luck!

Laura last week: I'm resisting this with every bit of willpower. Laura this week: turns out willpower is finite.