We're Struggling for Space! Building a New Room In Our Narrowboat Home

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We're Struggling for Space! Building a New Room In Our Narrowboat Home

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Narrowboats are small. There's no two ways about it... Now that our newest member of the crew has arrived, we need to build a new room in our narrowboat home!
Join us this week as we transform one area of our boat into a new bedroom for our little man.
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⏱ CHAPTERS:
00:00 The story so far
00:24 Find the van
04:09 This will MAKE the room
06:20 Not enough time to unload…
08:01 Let the DIY begin
11:33 The space now…
12:43 Let’s get painting
14:36 The grand reveal
15:57 Thank you!

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@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Our first vlog of 2024! Thank you for watching and we hope you had a lovely break for the holidays :) We've got so much planned for this year that we can't wait to share with you! If you enjoyed watching this episode and would like to buy us a coffee, we'd be very grateful! the link to do so is here: ko-fi.com/thistinylife See you next week! Jack and Gabby xx

@nicola.p 7 ай бұрын

I was just thinking are all those other people just going to stand around and watch while you lift it with a newborn attached, then in pops the good samaritan 😊

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Waiting in the wings! 😅

@DebCooper-xe2yk 7 ай бұрын

You two are lovely. My husband and I ( Earlyish 50's 😉) have just started our boating life...3 children in their 20's so we thought we'd give it ago, not full time yet as renting a house but have our lovely boat now, watching how you both manage the challenges is inspiring and you're helping me to feel braver about the whole thing. Love the colour of little Joe's room, stay warm and cosy all 💚💚💚💚

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Ah amazing, welcome to boat life!! Thank you ✨

@DennisBloodnok 6 ай бұрын

With that marvellous 'Can Do' attitude you can't fail. Stay warm, keep safe.

@Rachellovescheese 7 ай бұрын

I’m so glad you found kind people who helped you move the desk ❤️ The office/Bert’s room, looks lovely

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

@HellyWelly93 6 ай бұрын

Love canal boat life!

@mazingmumma1 6 ай бұрын

I agree beautiful .....

@jmitch5161 7 ай бұрын

I was just reflecting on what a lucky wee boy is to have you guys as his mum and dad 🙏🌈

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

☺️☺️

@susannahwhitaker994 7 ай бұрын

Love to you both. You both make me laugh and you both make me cry. You are so humble and don’t ask a lot in life. I look around at other ungrateful people and think to myself how much they could learn from you too. But I still would like you to be a bit tidier lol!! 🤗

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Oh that's so lovely, thank you for being part of our journey 🙃 tidyness is definitely a weakness... The lovely clean boat never lasts 😅

@HistoricHospitality 6 ай бұрын

Space is the bugger. I got a 40L storage box and stuck it on my roof. Works for me 😂 probably get another and cover them with floral lol

@thistinylife 6 ай бұрын

That's a good idea! We're thinking of building storage boxes under our solar panels... Job for the summer!

@HistoricHospitality 6 ай бұрын

@@thistinylife not a bad idea.. def isn’t the season for it currently your right lol

@maryparton5131 7 ай бұрын

Wow love the colour it looks gorgeous with the wood and the plants. What a beautiful bedroom for Joubert to grow up in and lovely study to work in!

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you, we're really happy with it ☺️

@lexheath8276 7 ай бұрын

Always tickled to see your newest vlog. Cheers to the family.

@sianchatfield3052 6 ай бұрын

Watching the progression of Jack's moustache as well as the progression of the video!!

@thistinylife 6 ай бұрын

Haha! He's still in two minds about whether it stays or not!

@chrisknowles7443 7 ай бұрын

Well done with the desk top/change table/bed & managing to get it in! The sage green paintwork is very nice & the same as my bathroom! Do you have a bathroom/shower/toilet? What about a washing machine? ….Did I miss those videos? At least babies just want to eat & sleep at this stage….but Mum you have to take it easy too! Take good care all of you, Love Aunty Chris xxx

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

It's a lovely colour isn't it!! We do have a bathroom - it's not quite done yet so it doesn't get much attention when filming 😅😅nxxx

@lauralowery9303 3 ай бұрын

Congratulations on your new baby! Jobert is lovely name!💕

@dennisrobertson6572 7 ай бұрын

I really hope you guys haven't been effected by the floods and you 4 are all safe and sound, x

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Dennis, thankfully we're all good where we are. There has been crazy amounts of flooding around us - but thankfully not affecting the canal here!

@wmdanroberts 7 ай бұрын

13:52 WHAT!? Jack, you actually want to paint!? You are not very fond of painting! Seriously, you both are doing so well and to see your evolution as parents is a joy to observe. Continue with good health, lots of love and self-care, and repurposing/recycling/reusing as you go. Thank you for the vlog and letting us know how you’re getting along in all aspects of the tiny life.

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Haha shocking isn't it! He did a great job too, pleased I wasn't there for the moaning 😅 thank you ✨

@nathandlee 7 ай бұрын

I love the way your boat is coming on, I have to admit I'm super jealous of your Iron Heart. I have my ideal boat design that I wish to get built once my boys have flown the nest, and it has an Iron heart at the centre so I was buzzed to see you guys installing yours. Enjoy this wonderful time of life with your baby Joe. Time goes quick, and they grow fast, rinse every moment.

@BoatTime 7 ай бұрын

loving the colour 😍 looks gorgeous! you have such a good eye for making things look so nice and earthy but not bland! love it 🪴

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Ah thank you, that's lovely to say!!

@katewhite2465 7 ай бұрын

All those narrow boats along the waterway are reminiscent of homeless RV's lining a highway...desk with tarp nearby makes it moreso.

@thistinylife 6 ай бұрын

🚐

@annjarvis9300 7 ай бұрын

Awww well done both sure it will workout grand all our love to all four your own oldies 🤗🤗🤗🤗

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thanks oldies ✨✨

@claireskinner9077 7 ай бұрын

Well done Jack! That desk fits perfectly! I love the paint colour you’ve chosen! Little Jo looks like he’s growing at a fast pace so well done Gabby (and Jack)!

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Doesn't he just...we can't believe how much he changes day by day!

@glennclarke9787 7 ай бұрын

🎉Hi Guys. What a great Vlog. We have missed you so much ❤Stay safe xxx

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching ✨

@AScottishOdyssey 7 ай бұрын

I'm sure that yous will get it sorted. It's all about adaption. Happy New Year to both of you and the wee bairn.

@Manx-Lass 6 ай бұрын

Really love you guys...love how you work together to get things done..well done for the painting and fitting in of the new desk..Id be a bit worried myself of a bed being any height with a young child and maybe wonder if a fold up travel cot would be a good plan ? I was short of space myself for my grandchild so invested in a travel cot which could be folded away in the daytime and lasts quite a while really until they are so big they can easily climb out of it themselves haha..all the best for finding some solutions as the little man grows..wow they grow so fast dont they !!

@christinaward161 7 ай бұрын

You guys are just the bestest mommy and daddy! I love your simple life and i am wishing good wishes going forward. Rubbish weather here in Cornwall. Keep warm xx

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! We've got snow currently, just a teeny amount but makes such a difference from all the rain we've had recently!! Good wishes back to you ✨

@ytanki 7 ай бұрын

I really like the idea of using the little room for the baby and at the same time as an office. ❤it looks great right now❤️. All the best😘❤️

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! It's good being able to double up in a small space! Hopefully he's willing to share it 😅

@efortunywhitton 7 ай бұрын

Looks beautiful; well-done!! 😊❤

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@oneshoan 7 ай бұрын

Looks great! Can’t wait to see how you make the baby bed.

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Hopefully won't be too complicated!

@sethnavabi6926 7 ай бұрын

Remember to put a side guard on the desk so the little one doesn't fall off. I'm sure you already know this but just saying in case. Also get some padding so he doesn't bump his head against it. He will be right next to the window so you will need black-out curtains too I imagine.

@jewelrussell8288 7 ай бұрын

And a good window lock. A cot would have worked better amd they could have put timber over the top when a desk is required. Hope Joe will be safe😊

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Yep, we'll get there with the desk slowly!!

@dianethompson2458 7 ай бұрын

Wishing you and your sweet family a happy, healthy, safe and prosperous new year. The room looks lovely. Great job.

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, and to you ✨

@pandrew3146 7 ай бұрын

Oh dear so sorry to hear about fine didn't they know you are such lovely people ❤ who deserve a bit extra help. All the best with everything 😊

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!! ✨✨

@thornbird6768 7 ай бұрын

Thanks

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 🥰

@NicksAllotmentDiary 7 ай бұрын

Hi Jack and Gabby. Well done for getting that desk moved into the boat. The room you’ve created looks really nice. Take care. Nick

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Nick, we're getting there! 😊

@user-pq4qc8tb7s 7 ай бұрын

I’m always totally absorbed by your posts,where did the time go😊Your natural progression and improvisation are truly inspirational.Keep safe 👍

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Aw thank you! It's flown by hasn't it!!

@annlanceley8021 6 ай бұрын

Love you guys , keep going , ❤

@thistinylife 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!! xxx

@sheilajoseph9953 7 ай бұрын

Anazing transorming the desk and love the green. Happy New year.2024, will be a great year for your lovely family.💚

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🙏 happy new year!!

@user-tq4hh8ki8m 6 ай бұрын

Well all the best, I can understand you have other priorities now.

@lindabell7975 7 ай бұрын

Happy New Year to you and your family ❤ xxx

@jaynevassar6526 6 ай бұрын

Awww looks lovely great video as always xx

@thistinylife 6 ай бұрын

Thank you 🤗

@beverleybutler7685 7 ай бұрын

Well done little family on the barge wi yur diy, yur looking good and love the green! 💚💚

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@sallysmith155 7 ай бұрын

Wow I love the colour it's beautiful.Love the desk you are definitely getting there.Love watching your videos.Happy new year to the four of you.😊😊🧸🦴

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Sally, happy new year to you too! 🎉

@lydialen6881 7 ай бұрын

Lovely colour for the walls and that desk is very sturdy. Xx

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@jaynecopland 7 ай бұрын

Great color choice!

@user-tq4hh8ki8m 7 ай бұрын

When are you going to finish around the windows inside, that would drive me mad🤪😄

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

They're nowhere near a priority for us! A finishing job that's going to have to wait a little while longer...!

@danaleigh4576 7 ай бұрын

A beautiful color choice!

@filmmakerevolution 7 ай бұрын

The new desk looked great ! That stove is the best though! My parents have had wood burners for most of my life and I love them. Sucks about the fine

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

It's a whopper of a stove isn't it. Thank you ✨✨

@rosiehoy4736 7 ай бұрын

Love that green. Wishing you all well and good health for this year

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

And to you!!

@user-wu6uf8wd6x 6 ай бұрын

Happy New Year to you 3. Look forward to seeing your adventures for 2024 xx

@martynraynes1973 7 ай бұрын

The desk is flat packed so in future just undo the screws holding the furniture together the more you do the easier it will become.Good luck guys

@thistinylife 6 ай бұрын

Would have been easier if it was, but it's not flat pack. No screws in sight, just glue and panel pins.

@bradleybolton3843 7 ай бұрын

Looks great. Well done

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@traceyjane4288 7 ай бұрын

Oxfordshire my home county before moving to Lincolnshire last year :) x

@steamingiron 7 ай бұрын

You guys are amazing and it's so lovely to have you back. Happy new year to you all xx

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thank you 🥰 happy new year!

@yvonnebailey9973 7 ай бұрын

Great vlog guys. Enjoy sharing your journey with you. Well done on adapting the desk, it looked really good in the space. Take care and thank you.

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Yvonne ✨✨

@Chappers.Gaming 7 ай бұрын

Time for a wide beam hehe worth it deffo

@thistinylife 6 ай бұрын

Never!! Haha

@teresac1060 7 ай бұрын

❤❤❤❤❤

@nixbradley 7 ай бұрын

So as an ex yachty we had an exterior deck box which was basically a shoe box that was weather proof and lived outside that we put all our outside shoes in and a pair of inside shoes so no trapesing mud inside….just an idea :)

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Now that is a good idea.... Think we need shoes for Tilly that stay outside too 😅

@roggabriel 7 ай бұрын

Desk looks great. I’d consider some sort of fold down bed over it, rather than clearing it and making up a bed every night. We had a camper with a bed that pulled up to the roof?

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Pull down is a good thought, thank you! Need to give it some proper thought before he's too big for the moses!

@annahaar1379 7 ай бұрын

Happy new year. Very impressed with the new room. I am new here, is the room next to yours?

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Ah thanks for finding us and welcome along ✨✨ his room/office is beyond the living space (behind the fire), then it goes bathroom and then our room. We'll do a tour video when we've finished the build... Although we're a little off that 🤣

@cmelodysax 7 ай бұрын

Only three hours of van time, without getting a penalty charge ? Crikey, that adds a whole new layer of stress, seems a crazily short time...😉

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

You hire by the hour so choose the amount you think you'll need... It got booked up by someone else for the end of our slot 😬😬 luckily we were only five minutes late for them but the charge comes automatically!

@anniemac3075 7 ай бұрын

Love the colour on the walls, do you have windows open when you're painting as that helps disperse any fumes & you should always have good ventilation in any case. Nice desk/bed.

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

Yep! Thank you ✨

@Dore60 7 ай бұрын

👍

@thistinylife 7 ай бұрын

👍

@edwardhoughton2565 7 ай бұрын

@ktcee803 7 ай бұрын

PLEASE PLEASE NEVER ever drink hot drinks near your baby. It's so dangerous and it only takes a split second for your little one to get third degree burns from a split drink. I know it sounds negative but my brother has these burns from having a hot drink spilt over his body.

@user-tg5fo3bn6e 7 ай бұрын

My heart was in my mouth when I watched this please be careful. Best wishes to you all.