Get inspired by this fun time lapse video where we use landscaping blocks to build a two-tier semicircle garden area around our new service berry tree. If you want to build your own garden area or simply enjoy watching a…
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Frugal Footprint
DIY Urban Gardening, Woodworking, and Designs. Healthy Plant-Based Recipes. Frugal Financial Philosophy for Sustainable Living.
Bryan is a skilled carpenter, gardener and cook, and also has 15 years of experience in the financial services industry giving him a unique perspective and insight when helping others obtain their financial goals. Come for the fun content about gardening, woodworking, and healthy eating--stay for the life-changing frugal philosophy!
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Jan 10 2023
Bed Frame Drawer Fix | How to Use a Wood Planer
In this video I’m using a handheld wood planer to add some clearance to the bottom of my bed frame drawers so that they can move smoothly in and out on a carpeted surface.
Oct 6 2020
DIY King Size Bed Platform/Frame with 6 Drawers Underneath: Step 5 – Building/Attaching the Headboard & Drawer Faces
In this video series we’re building a King Size Bed Platform/Frame with 6 Drawers Underneath.
In this video, we’ll tackle Step 5, which is the final step of building and attaching the headboard & drawer faces.
Oct 5 2020
DIY King Size Bed Platform/Frame with 6 Drawers Underneath: Step 4 – Building & Installing the Drawers & Platform
In this video series we’re building a King Size Bed Platform/Frame with 6 Drawers Underneath.
In this video, we’ll tackle Step 4, which is building & installing the drawers & platform.
Oct 4 2020
DIY King Size Bed Platform/Frame with 6 Drawers Underneath: Step 3 – Finishing the Frame & Installing the Drawer Sliders
In this video series we’re building a King Size Bed Platform/Frame with 6 Drawers Underneath.
In this video, we’ll tackle Step 3, which is finishing the frame & installing the drawer sliders.
Oct 3 2020
DIY King Size Bed Platform/Frame with 6 Drawers Underneath: Step 2 – Making the Platform
In this video series we’re building a King Size Bed Platform/Frame with 6 Drawers Underneath.
In this video, we’ll tackle Step 2, which is making the platform.
Oct 2 2020
DIY King Size Bed Platform/Frame with 6 Drawers Underneath: Step 1 – Making the Frame
In this video series we’re building a King Size Bed Platform/Frame with 6 Drawers Underneath.
In this video, we’ll tackle Step 1, which is making the frame.
May 27 2019
Urban Gardening 2019 Season | Grow Your Own Food!
Happy Memorial Day Weekend! It’s time to get the plants in the ground for the 2019 growing season.
Nov 29 2017
DIY Banquet Table Under $10 – Build Your Own Work Table
Around 3 am on Thanksgiving morning I remembered that I had repurposed my banquet table and needed a new table ASAP!
Nov 28 2017
DIY Furniture Hack – Custom Entertainment Center Build
Today I’m turning a thing into a different thing. We decided we want to have a smaller entertainment center than we currently have that will fit our TV in the corner of the room. We really like the color of…
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Sep 17 2017
Giant Puffball Mushroom Pizza!
Who ever said there was no such thing as a free lunch?? We found a giant puffball mushroom in our backyard and made a pizza crust out of it!
Sep 15 2017
How to Grow Beans | Calypso Bean Harvest
It’s time to harvest our calypso beans!
Sep 11 2017
Epic Chainsaw Time-lapse PLUS Hawk Rescue!
It is time! We have a lot of chainsawing to do. Why not do it in time-lapse?
Jul 24 2017
Raised Bed Gardening – Eight Weeks After Planting Seeds – So Many Bell Peppers
We have soooooo many bell peppers!! This is the best part of gardening. “Free” food for days! I love eating the pea pods right off the vine. MMMMMMM MMMMMM
Jun 26 2017
Raised Bed Gardening – Four Weeks After Planting Seeds – First Harvest
If I just looked at these plants, I wouldn’t believe it has only been one month since they were little seed specs in the palm of my hand, but I assure it is the truth! Gardening is endlessly magical to…
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Jun 20 2017
Raised Bed Gardening – Three Weeks After Planting Seeds – DIY Organic
It’s been three weeks since we tossed some seeds in the ground. Watching a tiny spec turn into a huge and beautiful plant and then ultimately a ton of food will never stop being amazing and magical to me. Thanks…
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Jun 20 2017
Grow More Potatoes – Adding the 2nd Layer to the Potato Boxes
Our potato plants are growing so fast! It’s already time to add more layers to our potato boxes.
Jun 12 2017
Raised Bed Gardening – Two Weeks After Planting Seeds – Hail Storm!
The garden is continuing to grow beautifully in spite of the most recent CRAZY HAIL STORM!! June 11th…Welcome to Minnesota
Any advice on how to protect plants from storm damage??
Jun 10 2017
Raised Bed Gardening – One Week After Planting Seeds
We sowed the seeds on Sunday, May 28th. This footage was shot one week later on Sunday, June 4th. Growing food from seed to harvest is endlessly rewarding to me. Check back soon for more updates!
Jun 9 2017
Grow More Potatoes – How to Build A Potato Grow Box From Scrap Lumber – DIY Organic
Learn how to build your own potato grow box to get a massive yield on a frugal budget. We’re building two of these because I believe you can never have too many potatoes!!
Jun 8 2017
Raised Bed Gardening – How to Plant a Raised Bed Garden From Seed
Learn how to build, prep, and plant your raised bed garden in our Raised Bed Gardening series. Today we are planting the seeds! We’ll talk about seed spacing, seed saving, and sun vs. shade planting. Subscribe for updates on how…
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Jun 5 2017
Raised Bed Gardening – How to Build & Plant a Raised Bed Garden – Time-lapse
Today we are building a new raised bed garden using landscaping bricks. We’re also going to be prepping the soil and planting bell peppers and strawberries. Join me on this tutorial, vlog, montage, chill vibes time-lapse journey!
Jun 4 2017
Raised Bed Gardening – Laying Mulch & Prepping the Soil
Spring has officially sprung in Minnesota, and that means it’s time to start the garden! Join me on this tutorial, vlog, montage, as we clean up our raised bed garden area, lay down some mulch to keep the weeds at…
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Jun 2 2017
What to Do With Fallen Tree Branches – Time-lapse Brush Pile Cleanup
Today I’m doing some major yard cleanup! If you have ever had branches fall in your yard, or had your trees trimmed, don’t pay somebody to haul the fallen wood away. Instead, take the time to sort it out and…
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