I'm building a houseboat out of plywood.

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Published 2024-02-02
The house boat build has been going well (almost too well?). After assembling the hull and suddenly going from a stack of parts to a full-blown boat, it was about time things would start going wrong. This week I managed (with help) to get one big step done - attaching the plywood to the bottom of the hull - but after that is was nothing but obstacles. I would go so far as to say that the only thing I really accomplished this week was remembering that building a house boat is supposed to be fun.

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All credit for progress made in this video goes to @GordoFromEarth

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About me: I decided to jump on an opportunity to buy a school bus for $1000. After 2.5 years of building and a couple summers doing bus life, I sold the bus and began building a tiny house boat from scratch. My hope is that with a couple years of practice building under my belt, I can do a bit better of a job this time and build something that actually floats 🤞

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All Comments (21)
  • Emma, don't worry about doing things quickly, do them correctly and always enjoy yourself. Remember you are not a professional carpenter, you are a very experienced amateur, and doing a great job.
  • Hang in there Emma! There is "fun" and "satisfaction" in both "the process" and "the accomplishment". Nice video. From a 75 year old craftsman.
  • @bryans8656
    A large part of my enjoyment with your posts is following your thought processes through the different steps.
  • @MelissaMalzahn
    As long as your having fun building the boat you are doing great.
  • @tedpreston4155
    I'm looking for the link to "Buy Gordo a Beer!" 😉 Once I find that one, I'll be looking for the "Buy the Neighbor a Beer!" link. We're all proud of our dear Emma, of course, and her courage in taking on these big projects alone. But it's heartening when someone comes along to offer help at important points along the way!
  • ❤🎉 Hey, Emma! You're doing great. Don't be so hard on yourself and back off on the super EMMA goal setting. Do what ya can in a day and call it good. If you need a break or get frustrated just find something else to do for a bit and go back later and see what you can get done. Also look through some of the plans and see if there are little projects that will need to get done that can be done independently of the build itself. Or make a shopping list for the next part of the project.. *shrugs*. No matter what we mere YouTubers, say, YOU DO YOU! ❤. And I think you are doing a wonderful job! 😊
  • Slow down, have fun with your build. Make the build work for you. See you next time.❤❤😂😂
  • You already know how much we love you and watching this build validates all the reason why ❤ You’re killing it!!!!!!!
  • @cmar4076
    Looking good Emma! Remember, “slow is smooth. Smooth is fast”. Just take your time, focus on each task at hand, and speed will eventually come through experience. You’re already light-years ahead of where you were, in terms of skill and speed, than when you started 👍🏻
  • @joevestal9463
    Emma. I have faith in you YOU will have a good boat.
  • Hey Emma ... I've been building stuff for 76 yrs ..(well not actually " building") But your doing a great job ... love watching your channel ...so proud of you 👍👍
  • @PeaceProfit
    Ratcheting load straps offer excellent assistance during a one person build in many situations... especially when flipping a hull.. 😎⛵️😎
  • @joelroach416
    Just keep enjoying yourself. That is what is important and will make you feel the best in the end. You will be proud of what you have done, not about how fast you did it. Love watching the progress.
  • You are priceless Emma 😄😄 I love your attitude. You're doing great so don't worry about how quickly you're moving, just make sure you're doing it the correct way. You got this!
  • @richardvr5448
    Ma'am, by spending time on something u want is not a pet project. Its a way of life u are spending time on. so keep up the excellent work
  • You entertain boat loads of followers with your build so it is a prerequisite that you enjoy it just as much or even more than us. And to see your boat come to live puts a smile on your face as we can clearly see. Hold on and give yourself the time to keep enjoying it. Have a good coming fortnight and keep that awesome smile 😁. Greetings from 🇳🇱👋
  • @greggilmer7086
    Work at whatever pace makes you happy. Whether you are working assiduously, dabbling at work, thinking about work or just goofing off - your videos ars a joy to watch. Keep up the good work.
  • Your doing amazing I worked on mine for 7 years while working 45-55 hrs a week. I only work it on weekends or a couple hrs after work. You can do this. Don’t rush it.