tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89650530533406082202024-03-09T18:46:22.505-08:00 My Tiny Empty Nest & My Tiny House VillageMy interest in all-things-tiny-and-old started at 12 years old when I became fascinated with a tiny abandoned farm house near my parent’s home...and I've been sketching floor plans ever since. My Tiny Houses are the culmination of a life spent dreaming of a tiny reclaimed space, all my own. Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.comBlogger83125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-40678840166326635062020-08-20T14:30:00.008-07:002021-02-28T10:00:13.190-08:00My Tiny Vagabond ~ Joining the Village March 2021!<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: red;"> </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p style="text-align: center;"><b></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrb2XsnxkMEc_5ZMYKPmVAPUJN0dFw3UXJYSoYXNey2cNecUY0u0zsxzE6xQQWxgkxGMKjF8wIV13V27q2YovgnfsFWkLTWuN61Y55CCUGhgruK-tpXIJaXh080ETornbxW7sI9lmRaAw/s960/118054773_3072511159524148_8350183264980108202_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="768" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrb2XsnxkMEc_5ZMYKPmVAPUJN0dFw3UXJYSoYXNey2cNecUY0u0zsxzE6xQQWxgkxGMKjF8wIV13V27q2YovgnfsFWkLTWuN61Y55CCUGhgruK-tpXIJaXh080ETornbxW7sI9lmRaAw/s640/118054773_3072511159524148_8350183264980108202_o.jpg" /></a></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I told my friends I was "done" with tiny houses.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I promised I wouldn't buy or remodel any more.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">But when I saw this 120 sq foot tiny house shell, </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">for sale, in Medford on one sunny Summer Day.....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I knew I'd have to break that promise.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsLNO8IIQU5wY6l7HcY8ehBs8vBgn9kDwbtgrC0xG1ODstJ7Q89I1ka4rtSTrebtxux67T61-QTTVwqYy0fx_qwWwq40BnIHXYQhGDZ9i6J9HmZujBHn4Qe72WTnBFy7PYEXs66ZfRVO4/s2048/IMG_0989.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsLNO8IIQU5wY6l7HcY8ehBs8vBgn9kDwbtgrC0xG1ODstJ7Q89I1ka4rtSTrebtxux67T61-QTTVwqYy0fx_qwWwq40BnIHXYQhGDZ9i6J9HmZujBHn4Qe72WTnBFy7PYEXs66ZfRVO4/w400-h300/IMG_0989.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The seller wasn't quite sure what to make of me.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I called her, went to the bank, got some cash, and headed her way.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I asked for recommendations which she thought was rude.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It took 4-1/2 hours to get there but over 5 hours to get home.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I drove only 45 mph the whole way home, with my flashers on.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It was the first time I'd towed my own home and it was stressful; </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">but worth it!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh58M6KLSaFnu22440MPTe-pNHnz8t9bNHchiG5S8Zcn8AidSIo20CUcsWaIDbkcBO9Ng2dmkC1rfwJN2IJ5SBuG7xPUv0o4-sEm1sMurw9SIAKcJuAzDH3nMinJrbQ5teyLDhjzPYAD08/s2048/IMG_0992.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh58M6KLSaFnu22440MPTe-pNHnz8t9bNHchiG5S8Zcn8AidSIo20CUcsWaIDbkcBO9Ng2dmkC1rfwJN2IJ5SBuG7xPUv0o4-sEm1sMurw9SIAKcJuAzDH3nMinJrbQ5teyLDhjzPYAD08/w400-h300/IMG_0992.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The build quality was pretty good, and most of the features were solid.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">But My Tiny Vagabond would need a bit of work before I could offer it as a rental option.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7woJO_aRTxnfnNeDdIGpXlN6Hl592MF6rdm6ytaX7tM9RHI2UJdZYwooMvgXS5ltptlHdD5XPgbTGKTRK0j9AXkU8lpbjpSpjRM21TAAbEXON8hXF21TIDfpDyat0xoYHVSlAzXepq88/s2048/IMG_1300.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7woJO_aRTxnfnNeDdIGpXlN6Hl592MF6rdm6ytaX7tM9RHI2UJdZYwooMvgXS5ltptlHdD5XPgbTGKTRK0j9AXkU8lpbjpSpjRM21TAAbEXON8hXF21TIDfpDyat0xoYHVSlAzXepq88/w480-h640/IMG_1300.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The floors aren't great but I love the color and it inspired the rest of the palette.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The entry features an area for hanging clothes and a basket for shoes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn3hdUQby-6DaN_APqz2jPmyE5khcueEQdSqCRo04ZkALlel4Xtjh7tsd6zA2pmTnVpGw4a2JvTG7kNm0GLrLtJfvxJoNNLTk7WO1iTB6HWL6l9q2jfnyA4L60svqix0InUh5AheRpuKU/s2048/IMG_1303.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn3hdUQby-6DaN_APqz2jPmyE5khcueEQdSqCRo04ZkALlel4Xtjh7tsd6zA2pmTnVpGw4a2JvTG7kNm0GLrLtJfvxJoNNLTk7WO1iTB6HWL6l9q2jfnyA4L60svqix0InUh5AheRpuKU/w480-h640/IMG_1303.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The cabinets needed a bit of tweaking and some graphic design, for sure!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I am so happy with how well the coffee corner turned out.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCV81YSExkJI7eUDZEpFJfOflCOMa7eQQrF1xS_YwMDyPUMQ9wlPoTgIV6XQ7rb05cKhClbWNss5MvTEq70-uwWGzXeW3Uf6PrRr3F7y5Va6QNBrb4DXNLxWBlz90ro9biD7RwX2IJwYg/s2048/IMG_1294.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1346" data-original-width="2048" height="263" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCV81YSExkJI7eUDZEpFJfOflCOMa7eQQrF1xS_YwMDyPUMQ9wlPoTgIV6XQ7rb05cKhClbWNss5MvTEq70-uwWGzXeW3Uf6PrRr3F7y5Va6QNBrb4DXNLxWBlz90ro9biD7RwX2IJwYg/w400-h263/IMG_1294.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And this queen-sized bed! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's amazing and soooooo comfy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Flanked with windows and countertops, it's great for sleeping OR lounging.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><b><i><br /></i></b><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi_6ZL_T4b633WMivEBzCf86LT8Jx90gFYyBuc_Wec_X9Sdw_WjtiLcD4mB41djs-9LPKCdpK19-pHItTdG-6668bYTWwZX0Ci5mEp0lmJ9VQ2pxRhGmuC2cMyIu3LqnBzU83DKTAJqT0/s2048/IMG_1306.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi_6ZL_T4b633WMivEBzCf86LT8Jx90gFYyBuc_Wec_X9Sdw_WjtiLcD4mB41djs-9LPKCdpK19-pHItTdG-6668bYTWwZX0Ci5mEp0lmJ9VQ2pxRhGmuC2cMyIu3LqnBzU83DKTAJqT0/w480-h640/IMG_1306.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Where a bench seat once sat, now a workspace and refrigerator add</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">functionality that was sorely needed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir5DSIhPRn-QuNK_vaJJTBQPPqYVqbwpRQnaF8N5VT-pACaXFDiloS3t_Iy2W3ALvFRnIU7LVBw7ZdQBABVSgapxC4BKoV1Xmkn5sSLlDmb0zoibLXzhRJssD6-e1djqbOdup4E8xezJk/s2048/IMG_1308.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir5DSIhPRn-QuNK_vaJJTBQPPqYVqbwpRQnaF8N5VT-pACaXFDiloS3t_Iy2W3ALvFRnIU7LVBw7ZdQBABVSgapxC4BKoV1Xmkn5sSLlDmb0zoibLXzhRJssD6-e1djqbOdup4E8xezJk/w480-h640/IMG_1308.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">No propane in this tiny house!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">For something a little different, I added an electric cooktop.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It works really well and stows away when not in use.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAWhGr8pZ3Ls2zcvOwrjFvNp5fgLxNQunrODqaxrTN5GhyphenhyphenLTii9ZX8Xf7q221fzbszntr0OkoaztwYV-d0nRnFQMB1MVLpYu9BUZNhKn7_TwSHwmrXYOcK31H41On3hSTxZQvQ5eSFvog/s2048/IMG_1297.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAWhGr8pZ3Ls2zcvOwrjFvNp5fgLxNQunrODqaxrTN5GhyphenhyphenLTii9ZX8Xf7q221fzbszntr0OkoaztwYV-d0nRnFQMB1MVLpYu9BUZNhKn7_TwSHwmrXYOcK31H41On3hSTxZQvQ5eSFvog/w480-h640/IMG_1297.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Guest's luggage stores easily under the bed and there is PLENTY of</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">under-counter storage area!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8E8JWoEX4oy4DsTCT8azE-KDqA3g-4HLsDLk4yXKl9kLT1BJ4iv4m2wPNn7LAnYbisxC7h3KOMsuW5yzJ5CcjYs_yRWZ6DtoWr6TTjomzrj-Mt3rC0XKdCXj6BHqZp_SSFbLPfdaIV3w/s2048/IMG_1298.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8E8JWoEX4oy4DsTCT8azE-KDqA3g-4HLsDLk4yXKl9kLT1BJ4iv4m2wPNn7LAnYbisxC7h3KOMsuW5yzJ5CcjYs_yRWZ6DtoWr6TTjomzrj-Mt3rC0XKdCXj6BHqZp_SSFbLPfdaIV3w/w480-h640/IMG_1298.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Even the garbage can found a perfect, out of the way spot, to hang out.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My Tiny Vagabond also features a cedar loo toilet and shower.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Bathroom PHOTOS COMING SOON!!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-63259661553518365282020-01-16T16:11:00.002-08:002020-01-16T17:13:15.631-08:00My Tiny Wine Wagon ~ From Pancake Shack to Stylish Getaway<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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MY TINY WINE WAGON IS DONE!</div>
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THIS is what it looked like when I purchased it for a mere $1,000; 15 months ago.</div>
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Finding it truly was a <a href="http://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2018/12/my-tiny-1000-house-on-wheels.html" target="_blank">serendipitous moment.</a></div>
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And THIS is what it looks like now.</div>
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To say this project had challenges would be a HUGE understatement!</div>
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But that's all behind me now.</div>
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Hardly a trace is left of the 50's era pancake shack it was.</div>
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And even I forget all the difficulties, </div>
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Once inside, you'll find more amenities than you would think could fit into 165 square feet.</div>
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This is, by far, my most favorite photo of them all!</div>
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Wall Accent Design by Jacob Obermmiller</td></tr>
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As with all of my tiny houses, it also features a ceiling fan,</div>
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which not only looks amazing;</div>
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But the real star of the show is THIS stunning and dramatic ceiling light.</div>
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My Tiny Wine Wagon just wouldn't be complete</div>
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All the windows and doors are in the exact same spot as they were.</div>
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And I think this kitchen sink looks quite perfect under the rear one.</div>
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The view of the woods from the kitchen, </div>
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and the happy birds in the morning,</div>
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will help our guests forget the frantic pace of the outside world.</div>
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What you cannot find in the kitchen, you WILL find in the kitchen cart.</div>
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(I confess; this functional rolling cart is in EVERY one of my houses. I think I'm obsessed!)</div>
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Love coffee?</div>
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There's no need to choose; My Tiny Wine Wagon has BOTH!</div>
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These stools store away nicely under the counter.</div>
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"To Raise Turn Seat Counter Clockwise"</div>
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OK, OK, I admit...</div>
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I can't stop staring....</div>
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Every space in this tiny home was curated with love.</div>
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Pictured here is an authentic 1950's melamine dish set,</div>
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locally forged shelf brackets,</div>
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a stove top from a fellow tiny house builder,</div>
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Wall Accent Design by Jacob Obermiller<br />
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At the opposite end you'll find not one but TWO beds.</div>
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These queen and twin bed platforms were built to accommodate even the most picky sleepers.</div>
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Here's a fun, yummy, game and curated library of wine and food themed books.</div>
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One morning my artist friend, Jacob, spontaneously called and offered to "Come over and draw".</div>
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This bathroom is SO TINY, even the cedar loo toilet had to be custom-made-to-fit.</div>
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This shower head ain't no trickle!</div>
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You SO SHOULD!</div>
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Thank you to my children, Wyatt and Alyssa, for your help and helpful distractions.</div>
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Thank you, Melanie, for keeping the Tiny Village clean and tidy while I was ensconced in the build.</div>
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Thank you, Jacob Obermiller, for your amazing paint brush and design talent.</div>
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Michelle "MJ" Boyle</div>
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Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-34366794610387126342019-09-23T17:37:00.003-07:002019-09-23T17:42:31.549-07:00WELCOME TO MY TINY HOUSE VILLAGE<b>Yes, You're on the right internet page....</b><br />
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<b>Since our direct booking website it not yet up and running, this serves as a placeholder page which allows our prospective guests to view and book houses in My Tiny House Village.</b><br />
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<b>After viewing the photos, rates, and our calendar; if you'd prefer to SAVE MONEY and book direct please email me at michelle@mytinyhousevillage.com</b><br />
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<b>Which one do YOU love the MOST?</b></div>
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<b>My Tiny Perch</b></div>
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<b>148 square feet ~ Sleeps 2 people</b></div>
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<b>Queen Bed on Main Floor w/ bathroom and full kitchen</b></div>
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<b>My Tiny Bird House</b></div>
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For My Tiny Wine Wagon, due to a major miscommunication regarding the ceiling joists, I ended up with non-vented 2x4's. Certainly this is not ideal but because the roof pitch is 12/2 or steeper, at least it isn't a safety issue.<br />
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However, this means I really only have one insulation option that will provide adequate R value while also minimizing (and hopefully eliminating) moisture issues; rigid foam.<br />
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In a nutshell, I am using 2" thick (6.5 R value) and 1-1/2" thick (4.5 R value) pieces to fill the 3-1/2" deep spaces between the joists. As such, fiberglass insulation would have been R13 and the rigid insulation is only R11. But, since we also do not have any venting in the ceiling cavities we'll need an insulation that will fully eliminate air circulation or warm air accumulation.<br />
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Yes, I realize all of this is less than ideal and the builder who did this really screwed up; but alternatively I would have to completely tear apart the roof and rebuild it. I'll take less-than-ideal over the timeline and monetary impact of fully correcting it.<br />
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<b>Step One: Measure the space between the ceilings joists. </b>Do not assume that the space is always the same.<br />
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<b>Step 2: Mark the width on the insulation.</b></div>
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<b>Step 3: Using a straight metal edge, mark the cutting line.</b></div>
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<b>Step 4: Cut the foam with a blade or saw. </b></div>
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For our install, the foam was 8 feet long so we would cut the width first then cut the few inches off the end as needed.</div>
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This is a VERY messy process that creates and aerates a LOT of foam particles and at first I was worried about it and researched various blades and methods to reduce the dust. In the end I decided to use a utility saw and then vacuum up after the mess.</div>
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<b>Step 5: Press the pieces between the ceiling joists. </b></div>
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If you have cut them to the correct width, no adhesive is needed. If you choose to use an adhesive to hold up the pieces that don't fit tight (you can see a bit of sag in the middle here) use a type of construction adhesive with a very fast set up time so you won't be standing there holding it up for long.</div>
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I decided not to use adhesive since the ceiling panels will easily hold up the insulation in the few spots where it sage.</div>
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<a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/32913469" target="_blank">My Tiny Hideout's</a> build was really tough, took too long, and I ended up spending almost $5,000 over my $20,000 original budget. </div>
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This 119 square feet of tiny house really kicked my butt; </div>
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And as the designer, I pushed myself beyond my comfort zone, </div>
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<b>But the results have exceeded even my expectations!</b></div>
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Signage Lettering by Jacob Obermiller in Portland Oregon.<br />
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Just like <a href="http://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2015/11/a-letter-to-my-tiny-house.html" target="_blank">My Tiny Empty Nest</a>, the Hideout's welcome wall includes coat hooks and a removable panel which covers the door to the electrical box.</div>
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Upon entry, visitors are greeted with the reminder that a sense of adventure helps when considering this climb to the queen bedroom loft.</div>
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The kitchen is well equipped with pots and pans, plates and cups, </div>
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Under it is the coffee bar / dining table / work space.</div>
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This circa 1900's Model T Ford trunk serves as storage for the iron and ironing board </div>
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Not everyone who stays here will be on vacation, </div>
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some of our guests need a space to work.</div>
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My Tiny Hideout is full of light and shadows created by a dozen windows.</div>
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Yes, a literal DOZEN windows to trim and wash and cover.</div>
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So. Much. Work.</div>
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But so amazingly beautiful and we couldn't be more proud.</div>
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And speaking of light, we love the way it reflects on the galvanized headboard art.</div>
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Looking across from the queen loft, you see nothing but forest.<br />
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So far, one of the most complemented elements is our led light / <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Stile-Anderson-22-in-LED-Indoor-Outdoor-Brushed-Nickel-Ceiling-Fan-with-Remote-Control-CF0110/301919991?MERCH=REC-_-NavPLPHorizontal1_rr-_-NA-_-301919991-_-N" target="_blank">ceiling fan</a>.<br />
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low, medium, and blow-your-hair-around high.</div>
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Because corners shouldn't be boring or under utilized,<br />
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Signage Lettering by Jacob Obermiller in Portland Oregon.<br />
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It may be only a twin bed but the new mattresses are soooo comfy!</div>
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And, if you dare, sit up and slide your legs under the table top, and dangle them below.</div>
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You'll have the best seat in the house and the perfect spot to view the happenings below!</div>
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Here's a little alcoholic astronaut to keep you company because...why not!?</div>
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The view from the twin loft is equally stunning, and dramatic.</div>
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Signage Lettering by Jacob Obermiller in Portland Oregon.<br />
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Inspired by <a href="http://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2018/07/" target="_blank">Amelia's build</a>, the Hideout's bathroom doors are also frosted glass.</div>
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It smells amazing and works well for all three guests.</div>
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The kitchen cart pulls out for convenient access to your supplies.</div>
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The dual burner propane stove is easy to light, and use.</div>
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Inspired by the morning light, Tea peeks out from the shadows...</div>
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It took over 2 years to curate the collection of items displayed in <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/32913469" target="_blank">My Tiny Hideout</a>.</div>
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While shopping, every time I would see something I felt evoked the theme, I would buy it.</div>
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This collection includes vintage tools, oil cans, medicine and alcohol bottles, a dark room timer,</div>
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lantern, grenade, and galvanized salt and pepper shakers with loose lids.</div>
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We think the large deck and the forested setting are really important features</div>
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used for not only setting the mood</div>
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"I'M DONE!"</div>
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After 15 months of building, no two words in the English language are more welcome than these.</div>
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"BRING WINE!!!"</div>
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Now accepting reservations for Summer 2019.</div>
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Thanks to everyone who contributed to this STUNNING creation!</div>
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...to Mark Sharley for framing, siding, trim and the completion of many other projects that are too numerous to count.</div>
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...to my boyfriend Mark for his patience while I whined, and blundered about, and pushed myself.</div>
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...to my numerous and amazing friends and my children for being patient while I was MIA for weeks at a time, either buried in tasks or taking a nap.</div>
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<br />Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-63660123095679564702019-04-11T16:53:00.002-07:002019-04-11T16:53:17.153-07:00Mr. Plywood Sells Ship Lap!? Paneling Installation - Part 1Ship lap has been around for a looooong time....<br />
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When we were building My Tiny Empty Nest in 2015, Mark and I tore down an old cottage that had been built on his parent's property in the late 1800's. We carefully "harvested" the ship lap that was used for the walls and then used it on my loft walls.<br />
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However, it wasn't until Joanna Gains started featuring ship lap in most of her remodels, that the rest of the decor world caught on to the unique look and easy installation of ship lap.<br />
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For each of my tiny house builds I try to use different materials so I become familiar with the installation and attributes of each type. To make a long story short, if I ever install dry wall again it'll be too soon.<br />
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<b><u>Step 1:</u></b> Decide on a finish or paint color or stain. Whitewashing or painting ship lap all white is a trend that doesn't appear to be waning any time soon. And, while this does cause the space to feel open and bright, I wanted to do something entirely different than everyone else. So, I chose Navy Minwax Stain from Sherwin Williams. I tried it on a sample piece and although I was nervous it would be too dark, decided to just go for it. </div>
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My Tiny Hideout will be a masculine space, cozy, with flannel curtains, and black floors. So I knew the look would blend well with the overall theme.</div>
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<b><u>Step 2:</u></b> Install the ceiling first. I chose plywood for my ceiling and maybe I'll write another blog post someday about why that install was pretty easy and I love the results! The short story is, if you have Mr. Plywood cut them to size length wise, set the ceiling joists 16 inches on center, and have help to life them into place; there's only a few pieces to the entire project. (not including trim of course) </div>
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Installing the ceiling took my son and I only 2 hours. Painting, on the other hand, took 4 days due to the very wet weather and the number of coats it took to get the dark paint to cover properly.</div>
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<b>To say I am in LOVE with my ceiling would be a gross understatement!</b></div>
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<b><u>Step 3:</u></b> Find a reputable source that can help you measure and estimate your material requirements. For this step I also used Mr. Plywood. I approached Bret with an idea and he ran with it. Not only did he do all the estimating and arranged for delivery, but he also gave me some install tips.<br />
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As a side note, using pieces that are 12 - 16 feet long means you'll get much better utilization of materials. So, with that in mind I decided to have the material delivered. The $100 delivery fee was well worth it! I totally avoided the hassle of loading, strapping the load, sweating on the freeway and hoping something doesn't fall off, and then unloading.<br />
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<b><u>Step 4:</u></b> The first piece is the most important one and will set the tone for the rest of the wall. So, start at the bottom, and set the first piece on a flat piece of material to ensure proper spacing from the floor. Also, when cutting the boards to length, always cut a hair long to ensure VERY tight seams and work clockwise around the room, finishing one wall entirely from bottom to top, before starting the adjacent / next wall.</div>
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You can see here that doing this will also ensure the corner pieces match PERFECTLY!</div>
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Installation of the ship lap in My Tiny Hideout went faster than I thought it would (another reason why I really love it) but this step still took over 2 weeks to complete.</div>
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<b><u>Step 5:</u></b> You certainly don't have to do it this was but Bret recommended this spacing method to me and I really do like the look.</div>
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Use a paint stick between the pieces, on each end of the piece, to add some dimension to the wall. Installing them without a spacer is an option but will yield a wall that is merely flat with horizontal seam lines. It will totally be easier to paint or stain but the look is defiantly more traditional than I would prefer.</div>
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<b><u>Step 6:</u></b> Paint or stain prior to trim installation. Since I used a gel based stain, I worked in 3 foot x 3 foot sections to stain, wait, then wipe off the excess. It was pretty hard to control the saturation of the color since it seemed to act differently depending on the weather, humidity, and temperature. And, I also worked on this step for several days so doing small sections at once was really my only option.</div>
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As a manner of practice, every week or so, I go on
craigslist randomly and type in “tiny house” just to see the
boots-on-the-ground trends for tiny houses. (Or I see what people CALL their
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What I mostly see is people selling shells built atop
trailers that cannot bear the weight of the house they built. Interestingly enough, they hardly EVER
mention this in their ad but it is likely that they might not even know or are
too embarrassed to be that transparent.
And, of course, I see ads posted by builders and am always astonished to
see them occasionally listed for $100K or more and wonder….do they ever sell a
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The chassis was originally constructed for a 1959 Nashua Single Wide Mobile Home.</td></tr>
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Last month I expanded my search to include the entire state
of Oregon and found my newest project.
It was originally listed for $1,750 but had been listed for a month.
It’s almost as if the project was literally waiting for me to find it. </div>
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<b>And, to be honest, sometimes “destiny” can be
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I made an appointment and showed up to meet the owner and
hear the story behind what used to be a cook shack for a local club. The
Cottage Grove Gold Miners and Prospector’s Club is a group of lovely, community
minded people who get together on the 3<sup>rd</sup> weekend of July to make
and sell pancakes on the top of a mountain, 40 miles outside of town. They then use the money raised to establish
scholarships for local students, and contribute in other ways to their community
and its less-fortunate members.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Behind the scenes, they accomplish this monumental task by
first loading up the “cook shack” with propane and supplies. They head up the
mountain, flip down the ramps, flip open the serving windows, fire up the four
cast iron grills, set up the chairs and tables, and have a breakfast party
every year since 1964.</div>
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I had been participating in a tiny house build workshop in
Roseburg, not far from Cottage Grove, so in order to go see it I had to sneak away
for a couple of hours. I didn’t know if I was going to buy it but I knew I wasn’t going to pass
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After I met with the President of the Prospectors, and the
keeper of the cook shack, I apologetically offered him $1,000 in cash on the
spot. Even considering buying another
tiny house with My Tiny Hideout already under construction was pretty
crazy. It may not sound like much, but
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<b>He accepted my off</b><b>er and next I went about making plans to
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I’d met a contractor at the workshop who offered to pick it
up and move it to his shop near Roseburg while I awaited the chance to drive
down and get it with Mark’s truck. A
week later the contractor and I met and I followed him for a bit to make sure
it was at least somewhat road worthy. It
“tracks” to the left (indicative of axles installed incorrectly) but overall
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As I write this, My Tiny Wine Wagon, is sitting in a shop
awaiting demolition. The same contractor who hauled it there has expressed
interest in helping me renovate it and, if all goes well (although I have to
admit my confidence changes by the day) it’ll also be done in time to join My
Tiny Hideout in My Tiny House Village for the 2019 Travel Season.</div>
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As I write this, I still can’t believe that I spent only
$1,000 on a tiny house shell on wheels with two 5K axles, and if my estimates
are any good (which they normally are great actually) I will spend less than
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<b>This truly will be the BEST before and after tiny house
renovation you have EVER SEEN!</b></div>
Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-19573286444037892982018-08-18T11:31:00.002-07:002018-08-19T13:55:56.763-07:00The Story Behind My Tiny Bird House - Part OneTwo days ago I welcomed my first official guest to My Tiny Bird House. And, in usual style, the last push to get all the details done was pretty brutal. (as is my hang over from our first tiny house village party last night....but I digress....)<br />
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This morning, however, I realized that although I have posted pics here and there about this latest addition to my tiny house collection, I haven't really told the back story behind this little, tiny, blue, Glamping cabin on wheels.</div>
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When I was approached with the idea of designing and building Amelia for the Street of Dreams, I knew I wanted to say "yes" but the only way to justify the time it would take for me to do so, was to use the money I made from Amelia to expedite the build on the Hideout. </div>
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As it turned out, however, Mark's work schedule didn't really support the Expedite Hideout plan. </div>
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I am a bit of a craigslist addict and will often kill an hour just perusing what tiny houses are being sold there. And so, on one of these "excursions" I found this little skid-based backyard cottage that someone had originally purchased to offer on AirBnB but was not getting the bookings she had imagined she would. I already had the money set aside for the Hideout, which wasn't being used, and so in the best interest of making money by spending money, I scheduled an appointment to go see it.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Strapped up and ready to GO GO GO!!</td></tr>
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First check was the building itself. Was it responsibly constructed? Yep!<br />
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Second check was the Return-On-Investment math. Did it look like a reasonably good investment as a short term rental? Yep!<br />
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Once I made the decision to purchase it, the cottage owner and I turned our attention to precisely HOW I could take it off her hands. So, who do you think I called? Greg the Trailer Guy of course! He had a somewhat-used 16 foot long utility trailer that he wanted to sell at a good price. The cottage owner's friend then donated his time and forklift and the next part of the plan was hatched.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I love this pic....it was so quiet that morning on the St. John's Bridge.</td></tr>
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Next, I called a friend with a free Sunday and a truck. He brought more strap downs than should be legal to use on a single load (and maybe was!?) and in the quietness of the morning we moved the house the 35 miles to the current spot where the Bird House now sits.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">And, in true Oregon fashion, it was raining.</td></tr>
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Seriously. What better way to expedite the build-out of My Tiny House Village than by buying an adorable addition and merely remodel it and add a deck?<br />
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However, with only 48 square feet it was, and remains, a bit of a gamble. </div>
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Will people really love it enough to pay to stay?</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The worst is over! Now, onward with the remodel.</td></tr>
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The inside is pretty rustic and the paint they used is matte, and looks pretty old, and the trim is raw. To what extent do I "remodel" it? I couldn't just touch it up. Once I started painting, I'd have to do the entire inside. So I decided to embrace and enhance the intrinsic personality of the space by choosing matte accessories and understated decor items, rather than embark on what would be an extensive aesthetic renovation.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Add a shower?" You say! "OK!" said Mark.</td></tr>
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The goal: Get this new cottage listed in time to take some advantage of the busy travel season.<br />
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So much fun, but what a mess!!</div>
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It took less than 3 months to turn this dusty shed into an income producing short term rental.</div>
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Now, it is sooo pretty, and comfy; and I couldn't be more proud.</div>
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Functional and oh so NOT fancy.</div>
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Texture, color, and whimsy.</div>
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Inspired by "<a href="http://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2018/01/my-tiny-perch-in-woods.html" target="_blank">My Tiny Perch</a>" the bed takes up the whole room and makes for a really cozy "nest" bed.</div>
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In a 204 square foot house, that's a LOT of storage!</div>
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Just imagine, you can put your laundry in the all-in-one washer dryer unit....</div>
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and hang them up directly overhead.</div>
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Not to be outdone by the bedroom, our bathroom has storage galore.</div>
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the infamous frog from<a href="https://youtu.be/3FUV-KG3tr8" target="_blank"> My Tiny Empty Nest's youtube video</a>...</div>
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Everyone else may not agree...there was so much drama over these doors!</div>
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The kitchen is truly the center of this house and consumes over 1/3 of the total floor plan.</div>
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These appliances are nothing short of amazing.</div>
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working on my laptop and drinking coffee with this amazing view of the golf course.</div>
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Yes, a natural gas fireplace in a tiny house; the first of its kind.</div>
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Amelia has four of them; one on the ceiling, one over the stove, </div>
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<br />Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-35287295130202738432018-07-04T17:09:00.001-07:002018-07-20T12:14:30.685-07:00The Story Behind "Amelia" ~ the Tiny House with a Big Dream<br />
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This is the story behind "Amelia" - the Tiny House with a Big Dream, about how I was chosen to design and manage this collaborative build, and
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Being involved with this project has honestly been the
experience of a life time. I never imagined that living in a tiny house would
bring me so much joy, independence, and so much opportunity. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Amelia's first taste of sunlight!</div>
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And to think about all of the people that have been, and
will be, impacted by my vision is truly humbling…<o:p></o:p></div>
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Below you will find the extensive list of who helped with
building the Tiny House with a Big Dream. The owners of these companies and their
staff have given of their time, their money, and their products. But most of
all, they have given from the heart. Working with these generous and talented men
and women have given me a renewed sense of community.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Yes, there have been challenges. This IS a building, after
all. But, despite it all, these sponsors have hung in there with us, returned
more times than they originally committed to, collaborated on how to solve
issues that arose, followed up, showed up, and manned up. And they have put
their best foot forward, understanding the importance of the goal, the design aesthetic,
our benefactors, and of how impactful this will be for so many.</div>
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Over the past 5 months, collectively, we have put almost
$140,000 worth of products and labor into this 204 square feet. These sponsors
gave, not from their dusty backrooms, but from the best they have to offer. Their
sense of humor (truly needed for this build!) as well as their support and
passion for this tiny house on wheels has been greatly appreciated and awe-inspiring.</div>
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The story of the role that tiny houses play in my
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After spending over a dozen years as a single mom, I came to the conclusion that living in a tiny house after my children moved out, would help me prepare
for and live comfortably in retirement. However, my paycheck to paycheck
existence had not provided me with the ability to save money for retirement
OR a tiny house. As such, I realized I would have to find a alternate way to pay
for my first tiny house; later named <a href="http://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2015/11/a-letter-to-my-tiny-house.html" target="_blank">“My Tiny Empty Nest”</a>.</div>
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During the research phase of my build, I discovered a book
that introduced me to the concept of sponsorship. At the time, there were only
a relative few tiny houses under construction and most people I talked to had no
idea even what a tiny house was. This also meant, however, that there was an
opportunity for product suppliers to partner with, and an opportunity for me to help them advertise their products in this very
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Late in 2015 I finished my first build with the help of my boyfriend Mark, 22 generous
corporate sponsors, and the cash I earned by “flipping” a vintage RV, selling
refurbished furnishings, and taking on odd jobs and projects. I also attended
the first annual Tiny House Jamboree in Colorado and met a group of like-minded
people that later provided me with a stage, and a mic, and a platform to tell
my story.<o:p></o:p></div>
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After being added to the list of <a href="https://www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/house-tours/news/g4073/most-popular-tiny-houses-2016/" target="_blank">Most Popular Tiny Houses of the year in 2016</a> by House Beautiful Magazine, I decided to dip my toes more
deeply into the pool of tiny house opportunity and to invest my time in 2017;
traveling to as many tiny house events as I could manage. By the end of 2017 I had
attended 12 events in 12 months, from coast to coast and back again...and <a href="http://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2017/11/living-tiny-one-year-later.html" target="_blank">blogging all the way</a>...<o:p></o:p></div>
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Also during 2017 I decided that my ultimate future in tiny
houses would not be as a builder or a speaker, but as a hostess of my own tiny
house village. My plan was to design and build 4 tiny houses over the span of 4
years, and to rent them out as short term vacation rentals, or to anyone
wanting to “try on” the tiny house lifestyle. And build I did. Again, with the
support of Mark and over a dozen mostly-local sponsors, we started building both <a href="http://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2018/03/am-i-builder-or-hostess-or-both.html" target="_blank">my 2nd</a> and 3<sup>rd</sup> tiny houses in the span of 6 months.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Whew…..2017 was a busy year! And it was also when I met Gerald from <a href="https://www.westlakedevelopmentllc.com/" target="_blank">Westlake Development Group</a>.
We had been introduced by a mutual friend, we met to chat over lunch and
share our passion for building. We had a fun time comparing notes, and it was
there we found a common thread of desire to pay it forward; to the Veterans
community as well as the tiny house community.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To simply say that working with Gerald has been an honor,
undermines the real importance that his advocacy has played in this project. To
say that Gerald is influential, is not words enough to describe the number of generous
and supportive people he has recruited to help build this tiny house that will
help so many. And to say that Gerald is a leader, does not pay homage enough to
his dedication to helping Veterans. It was his idea to incorporate the tiny
house into the Street of Dreams, to promote the auction of this beautiful
project to help Veterans, and to inspire people to lend their hands and hearts
to the amazing results.<o:p></o:p></div>
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From that day that Gerald and I first met to discuss the project,
to the delivery at the <a href="https://www.streetofdreamspdx.com/" target="_blank">2018 Street of Dreams</a>, would be less than 5 months. I would
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The original design of “Amelia” was simple. The floor plan was inspired by both <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“My Tiny Empty Nest” and my first short term
rental; <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“My Tiny Perch”. It was deemed easily doable
but it was also TOO simple. After a bit of reflection, I realized that the design
was more reflective of my subconscious desire to live inside my comfort zone
than of the expectations of the Street of Dreams organizers and attendees.
Thankfully Mark, my best friend, framer, and boyfriend; knows a lot about
complex design and building and was there to lend his best ideas. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">When I tell people this was a “collaborative” project…that
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Jeremy and Ryan with <a href="https://innovatetiny.com/" target="_blank">Tiny Innovations</a> are “never say no”
kind of guys. Knowing that, you now know why I chose them and their team to
join Gerald and myself on this crazy adventure. Theirs and their crew’s
knowledge about tiny house building for the masses, filled the gaps in my tiny
house experiences of designing and building tiny houses for myself and my
village. And with such a short timeline, having a back up to the sponsors would
be the true key to this project’s overall success. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Two BIG guys, one tiny house company!</td></tr>
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<span style="text-align: center;">Their warehouse provided me with a secure (and secret!)
place to build where we’d never have to consider the weather into our timeline.
Their enthusiastic crew was fun to work with and even more fun to drink beer
with. And their resources were invaluable when it came time to consider the “what
next” for this design.</span><br />
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<u>The Portland Home Builder’s Association - Promoting More than Just
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And last, but certainly not least, the role that the <a href="https://www.hbapdx.org/" target="_blank">Home Builder’s Association </a>and its staff members has played; has been instrumental
in pulling together this tiny dream with a BIG to do list! Every single one of
them has been friendly, encouraging, helpful, and they have introduced me to a
whole new world of opportunity. I entered their office as an outsider and now I
visit as an esteemed colleague. </div>
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Their feedback has validated my direction,
sustained my vision, and given me hope that this will be a successful and
welcome addition to the Street of Dreams.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u>Time to Celebrate!<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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This not-so-tiny project is the culmination of my fascination
and ongoing involvement with design, building, sponsorships, speaking, hosting,
and writing. And now that we’re wrapping up the final details of the build, it’s
time to put my thoughts to paper….<o:p></o:p></div>
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I am writing this on July 4th; a day when our country
celebrates the anniversary of their independence. Today, however, I am also celebrating a different kind of
independence; the financial freedom that living is a tiny house has
afforded me.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Door too short? No problem!</td></tr>
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<span style="text-align: center;">But more importantly, I celebrate the opportunity to give
back to those who have given so much to our country; our Veterans.</span></div>
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During the Street of Dreams, well over 50,000 people will
have the opportunity to view, and BUY the Tiny House with a Big Dream.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">So tiny, so much to offer.</td></tr>
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But since we don’t want ONLY our visitors to have a chance to enjoy Amelia, we’ve developed an online auction website where anyone can sign up and
bid. </div>
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Step 1: Scan
the QR-code at the Street of Dreams or go to <a href="http://www.tinyhousewithabigdream.com/">www.tinyhousewithabigdream.com</a>
and enter your basic information so we know how to reach you at the conclusion
of the auction on August 30<sup>th</sup>, 2018. Considering this home’s value,
the minimum bid of $78,000 is a true bargain.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Enter your credit card information and make a $50 donation to the Tiny House
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Submit your bid.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You’ll receive an initial
email giving you more information about your donation as well as a follow up
email if someone else outbids you. If that happens, a link will be provided for
you to make another bid, but no additional donation is required since you’re
already signed up!<o:p></o:p></div>
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While all of this craziness has been going on, “<a href="http://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2018/01/my-tiny-perch-in-woods.html" target="_blank">My Tiny Perch</a>” (my short term rental) has been a popular place to stay. I am both proud
(and tired) to admit that keeping up with the growing demand has been a daunting
challenge; but I have done it and received 5 Star Reviews from EVERY visitor. I eagerly look forward to returning to the days of “just” working a
normal work week at my job, and managing my guests and their expectations.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My 2nd tiny house and first rental; "My Tiny Perch".</td></tr>
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I am also proud to announce that, ahead of my self-imposed schedule, I have
recently added a 2<sup>nd</sup> rental option.
“<a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/25861810" target="_blank">My Tiny Bird House</a>” is a minuscule 48 square feet of cuteness in the woods
with an outdoor shower, bunk beds, breakfast included, and a deck for bird
watching or just relaxing with friends and family. Discovering how I can fit so much into so little space, and watching my guest's reactions, will be immensely entertaining...to say the least.</div>
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And not wanting to be left behind, even after her sale, "Amelia" will play an ongoing role in my tiny house adventure. She will be offered by my friends at Tiny Innovations, as a fully customize-able, moderately affordable, RVIA certified housing option to non-loft-tiny-house-loving Baby Boomers. (or anyone else who loves her, of course!)</div>
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<b>And in closing, without further ado...</b></div>
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<b>THANK YOU TO.....</b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>All Arranged</b> for their donation of our interior and decking plants</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>All Fuel</b> for installing our gas appliances and providing on-site utility hook ups</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Barrelcraft Studios</b> for the kitchen shelving, mantle, and coffee table</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Bliss Roofing</b> for installing and providing materials for our lovely roof</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Camps Lumber </b>for your support and generous donation of the interior paneling</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Chown Hardware </b>for the cabinet hardware, hooks, and bathroom accessories</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Comcast</b> for their donation of internet and security services</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Complete Exteriors</b> for the challenging installation of the interior paneling</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Countryside Painting</b> for providing talented painters for both the interior and exterior</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Delta</b> for contributing to the plumbing fixture costs</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>DT Glass</b> for designing and installing the shower door</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Elite Bath</b> for the handmade kitchen sink</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Farmington Gardens</b> for your generous discount of the landscaping plants</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Fireside Home Solutions</b> for your cash contribution</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Fisher and Paykel</b> for the super-efficient stove, range hood, and dishwasher</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Gary's Vacuflo</b> for the first ever built-in vacuum system in a tiny house</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>George Morlan Plumbing</b> for your support and donation of plumbing fixtures</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Globe Lighting</b> for your generous donation of the light fixtures and ceiling fan</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Gotcha' Covered </b>for their donation and installation of window coverings</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Home Depot </b>for their contribution of our AC unit</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Karla Elvis Glass Design </b>for the fused glass art panel</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Lakeside Lumber</b> for your contribution of the siding, recruiting, and </span><span style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">advocacy</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Lippold Plumbing </b>for the installation of our plumbing systems</span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Macadam Flooring and Design </b>for the flooring, tile, counter tops, and AMAZING accent wall</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Marvin Windows </b>for the truly stunning collection of custom windows</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Medallion Industries </b>for their generous contribution of the interior and exterior doors</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Media and Image Consulting</b> for your media support and recruiting of other creatives</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>NW Natural</b> for their support and contribution of the natural gas fireplace</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>On Electric</b> for providing materials and installation of our electrical systems</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Oregon Custom Cabinets</b> for producing our kitchen cabinets</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Parklane Mattress</b> for their contribution of a custom sized mattress</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Pat Fitzgerald</b> for his more-than-generous cash contribution</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Pro Finish Painting </b>for painting our doors, bathroom cabinets, and trim</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Rinnai </b>for their contribution of our ultra-efficient hot water heater</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Tualatin Sherwin Williams</b> for providing the interior and exterior paint</span></div>
<div style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Standard TV and Appliance</b> for our All-In-One washer/dryer and the </span><span style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">refrigerator</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Taylor Metal </b>for their discount of the roofing materials</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Tiffany Home Design</b> for providing our living room chairs</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Tiny Innovations</b> for their generous donation of above-and-beyond materials and labor</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Tone Proper</b> for the materials and installation of our impressive sound system</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Trantel Heating and Cooling </b>for the installation of the AC unit</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Urban Pillow Co.</b> for providing the bedding</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">BUT ABOVE ALL....THANK YOU TO</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;"><b>Westlake Development Group LLC </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">f</span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif;">or their ongoing support, generous cash contributions, and personal advocacy.</span></div>
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I am humble. </div>
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I am inspired.</div>
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I am done!</div>
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MJ Boyle</div>
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Empty Nest Tiny Homes</div>
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<br />Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-16240408465331962852018-03-01T15:30:00.004-08:002018-03-01T15:41:33.156-08:00Am I a Builder or a Hostess? Or Both?<br />
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Four years ago, I wrote my <a href="https://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2014/02/my-story.html">first post on this blog</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was focused, optimistic, and inspired but
simply had NO idea where this idea would take me.</div>
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Now, here I sit in My Tiny Empty Nest, my 204 sq ft tiny
house with two lofts, leasing land from a friend, and calling it my “home base”
for when I’m not traveling. My most recent tour video has been viewed almost a
MILLION times on YouTube and my friends still can’t decide if I’m crazy or
brilliant.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mid-Build in 2015.</td></tr>
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Just down the hill, is My Tiny Perch, my first short term
rental and, at only 148 sq ft, it pushes the boundaries of what a livable tiny
house feels and looks like. Over the next 3 days I have 3 guests checking in
and just returned from yet another trip to the grocery store to get the
above-and-beyond goodies my personal standards require.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Look! I made the COVER!!??</td></tr>
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One hundred and sixty miles away, currently under
construction at my boyfriend’s house, is My Tiny Hideout. It’s only 14 feet
long, with two lofts, and at this point it is my favorite floor plan with 12
windows! </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My Tiny Hideout.</td></tr>
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As if that wasn’t crazy enough, this morning I found a 12
foot long trailer for sale on craigslist for only $500.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m not sure if I’ll buy it, or can make it
work for a tiny house, but suffice it to say I’m not stopping this insane ride
until I have four tiny houses in My Tiny House Village.</div>
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Why am I doing this to myself?</div>
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Why have I decided to be a builder AND a hostess?</div>
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To put it simply, people making money in tiny house industry
are divided into six categories: Builders, Consultants, Events, Websites, Land
Developers, and Hosts. As the Tiny House Podcast Hostess for over two years, I’ve
had the opportunity to be the ears and eyes of the movement at large; I’ve heard
their stories and followed their successes. Or in some cases…their failures.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My Tiny Empty Nest: Completed in November 2015, and no system failures yet!</td></tr>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Builders<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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With a few exceptions, tiny house builders are financially
struggling.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The ones who have embraced business-to-business
model are definitely doing better but those whose sole source of income relies
on a business-to-consumer revenue stream are dealing with keeping prices down,
while trying to make money, and satisfy customers with custom built homes. And,
almost every week, I hear of another traditional home contractor that’s decided
to jump on the tiny house bandwagon. </div>
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I wouldn’t go so far as to say the supply
is adequate or the market is saturated, but not all of the builders have a
fairy tale to tell. More than a few have declared bankruptcy, are being sued
for “bad builds”, or are dealing with legality drama that leaves them actively
considering leaving the business all together.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I'm VERY busy, but still find time to volunteer in my community.</td></tr>
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Don’t get me wrong, the industry is FULL of builders who are
making a good living, and building decent houses, and who still have a good reputation.
But from where I sit, as I consider MY future in the industry, I’m not
interested in competing with the great builders still hanging in there or dealing
with high maintenance customers.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Consultants<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and Workshops<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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Very early in my learning curve I attended a Meetup event
and went armed with my floor plans, confident that I would find someone to
answer my questions. At the end of a presentation, they asked if anyone had any
questions. I raised my hands, asked my succinct question, and was more than
disappointed in their answer: “We really can’t answer that here, but we would
love to consult with you later.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Later I would discover that their consultant fees
were $75 an hour.</div>
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Today, the shoe is ironically on the other foot.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am inundated with requests from people who
want to “pick my brain” or “meet for coffee” or “ask a few questions”. And, I
am now faced with how to answer them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My "job": Give away stuff in at the NC Tiny House Festival in 2017.</td></tr>
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Do
I really want to charge for answers? </div>
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person to answer them? There are soooo many more talented and knowledgeable
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So, as much as possible, I wrote blog articles that can
answer most questions that come up, I encourage people to read the articles in lieu
of my personal time, and offer Tiny Dinner for Two for $100 which includes a 3 course
meal and a two hours of “consulting” during the meal. Even so, I’m constantly
in fear that I’ll make someone else feel like I did when I stood up and raised
my hand to ask the experts.</div>
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Do I want to charge $75 an hour to answer questions? Not
really. But there’s not enough of me to go around so I’m still struggling with the
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However, once in a while I am invited to attend workshops
that other tiny house experts organize, to provide my unique insight to their
attendees. It’s my favorite way to meet people and give one-on-one advice without
being too uptight about my time or theirs. </div>
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And the conversations around the
fire pit after a long workshop day, are the bestest!</div>
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Websites<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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Do I have the resources, time, patience, and organizational
skills to pull off a great tiny house event that will be worth the time and
effort expended?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No. Way.</div>
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Do I love, respect, support, and openly compliment those who
do? Absolutely.</div>
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Do I love attending said events, speaking, supporting the
staff, or being an Emcee? You bet. (I go where I’m invited and appreciate every
opportunity to do so.)</div>
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Was I lucky enough to grab one of the highly successful domain
names that have expedited the advancement of this explosive movement?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>(Tiny House Swoon, Tiny House Listings, Tiny
House Blog, Tiny House Build, etc….)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Nope.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Luck favors the prepared and who’d thunk there would be enough
interest to sustain the creative geniuses who manage those websites and hugely
successful events?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not me. That’s for
sure.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Land Developers<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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If you would have asked me a few months ago, I would have
never considered this as an income possibility in the tiny house movement.
However, in the past few months I have seen at least a half dozen new communities
popping up across the country.</div>
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How do they overcome the legal, financial, and political
hurdles? I don’t know.</div>
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But I look forward to learning more about these
opportunities and how others can follow their lead.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I look forward to visiting some, to
interviewing their inspired leaders, and helping the owners count their money….oh….did
I say that out loud?.....I meant…..giving credit where credit is deserved….yeah….that’s
what I meant….</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Hostess with the
Mostest<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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And this is where I’ve landed.</div>
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I can build a tiny house and make a few thousand dollars, or
I can build a tiny house and rent it out and make a few thousand dollars every
couple of months. (if all goes even reasonably well)</div>
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Projects are my vice. Sponsors are the wind in my sails. I
have a talented co-builder / boyfriend, and cheap land to lease. I love the creative
process, the project management, even updating budget spreadsheets. </div>
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My Tiny Spaces
give me both solace and security. </div>
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Being a hostess scratches my social itch. (Or should I say “itches”…does
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<br />Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-65431405935448986802018-02-19T11:28:00.000-08:002018-02-19T18:27:23.129-08:00Six Easy Ways to Find a Tiny House Parking Spot<br />
There are really, only, two different kinds of tiny house
people: Those who BUILD and PRAY, and those who PRAY to BUILD. And, since most
people cannot stomach the kind of stress that comes with investing time and
money into the unknowns of tiny house homeownership, those who PRAY to BUILD therefore
define the un-tapped tiny house buyers (or builders) market.<br />
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Many of these folks PRAY to find the money to build their
tiny dream. And, although I used to believe that lack of funding was the
primary reason for the log-jamb of dreamers, social media paints a
significantly different picture. Nowadays, more and more often, the cries of
“Where can I park my tiny house?” vastly out-number the “Where do I get the
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When I built my BUILD and PRAY tiny house in the driveway of
the home I was renting at the time, “asking” for permission never crossed my
mind. Whether it be my precocious or my optimistic nature, I was pretty sure I
wouldn’t have any issues with my landlord or my neighbors. And, until the very
end of my build, I didn’t. I imagined I would eventually find to find a place
to put it, but never envisioned I would have only 10 days to figure it out.</div>
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And since I intended to find a space to park it to
professionally photograph it, and then have a house warming party, and then
move it to a more permanent place to occupy it; I had to find not one but TWO
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In a nutshell, I didn’t have any problems at all. It took a
bit of work, sure, but using the resources that already exist as well as some
good-old-fashioned pavement pounding: I was actually able to finally pick from
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So if you’re wondering if a tiny house is right for you, and
are reluctant to buy or build until you’ve found a Utopian Kind of Parking
Reality, I would encourage you to be optimistic and build on!! If you’re
already in, mid-build, or moving yours, here are some ideas for how to find a
perfect spot for your Tiny Homestead.</div>
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<u>Social Media<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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Many major cities have a tiny house Facebook page or a
Meetup group. You can find spots in our near your ideal spot by engaging with
these groups via their social media page and/or attending meetings. Even if
someone does not have a spot advertised, people in the group often know of
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<u>Networking</u><br />
Most of us have "circles of influence". Those are groups of people you work with, your family, your neighbors, close friends, club members, PTA, etc.... (or in my case, bartenders....lol....) While not all of them may share your enthusiasm for tiny houses, they may have never thought of hosting a tiny house in their backyard as a method to earn extra money. Telling <u>everyone</u> you know that you're looking is a great way of expanding your search beyond the internet. Ask them, what do they need help with? Yard work? Babysitting? Animal care? They may not have a space, or interest, but they quite likely know of someone who does.<br />
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Unfortunately, not all tiny house people seeking or having
spots to park will list under the “Real Estate” section of this popular resource
site. So, the easiest way to find ALL of the listings (including tiny houses
for sale) is to use the words “tiny house” under “ALL” listing sections And,
don’t hesitate to contact people with tiny houses for sale, they’ll likely know
of a spot to park or will be vacating their own spot soon!</div>
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<u>Cold Calling<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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If you are lucky enough to be looking for a space that is
close to where you live now, you can drive around the area to find an ideal
neighborhood or house. They’re normally in the “older” or “rural” section of
town where the side yards and back yards are large. Once you find an area that
appeals to you, print up flyers with a large full picture of the outside your
tiny house and a “blurb” about who you are. Also, include the list of what
you’ll need (garden hose, 120V outlet, southern exposure, space for a dog run,
etc…) so if you have the leave the flyer on a doorstep, they’ll be more likely
to call if they know a bit more about you. Or you can also hang a flyer in the
local grocery store or local community board.<br />
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In a nutshell, get out there and
knock on doors and ASK people. They’ll likely be your neighbors so a little
hand-flesh-pressing is good for neighbor relations and shows that you are
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When I had a tiny house spot for rent, I listed mine on <a href="http://www.tinyhousemap.com/">www.tinyhousemap.com</a> and got lots of
calls. And now due to the rising popularity of tiny houses there are actually
more websites jumping on the bandwagon including <a href="http://www.tinyhouselistings.com/">www.tinyhouselistings.com</a> and a Facebook
page called “<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/tinyhousehosting/">Tiny
House Hosting”</a>. They’re a great place to search for, and post for, what
you’re looking for. However, they do generate interest from people who are
“just looking” so it’s hard for a land owner to judge the seriousness of the
renter until they’ve invested some time into correspondence. If you do contact
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When a friend of mine and I were chatting about the
complexities of finding our spots, and wishing there was a “one stop shop” to
find parking, we thought of launching a website strictly devoted to connecting
land owners and tiny house owners. While the internet lists are a great
resource, we thought that a truly focused approach would provide the support
needed to connect and foster good community relationships. So while my friend
and I talked about it at length, we never launched it. But I’m happy we didn’t
because someone (my new friend Maggie) actually DID and came up with a concept
that clearly surpassed even our wildest ideas. On <a href="http://www.tryittiny.com/">www.tryittiny.com</a>, listings are added every
day and the opportunities continue to grow for tiny house enthusiasts to
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Honestly, nothing about building or financing or moving and
finding a place to park your tiny house is truly EASY. While tiny houses are
for-sure “trendy” on the internet , occupying a tiny house will require getting
OFF the computer and getting out in the world and meeting people and putting a
hammer to nail. It will involve making tough decisions, and saving and spending
money, and being very introspective about your own goals.</div>
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If your goal, however, is to find a spot to put your tiny
house; it may not be as hard as other articles (or nightmare stories) may lead
you to believe. It may not really be “easy” but it’s certainly doable and every
tiny house occupant out there has a success story to prove it.</div>
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My first spot I found by posting an “In Seek Of…” on the
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When I was deciding on flooring I knew I wanted it to be 1) easy to install myself 2) durable 3) waterproof 4) easy to repair scratches.<br />
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And the flooring I found at <a href="https://www.lumberliquidators.com/ll/home">Lumber Liquidators</a> fit my needs perfectly! I chose <a href="https://www.lumberliquidators.com/ll/c/Dark-Hollow-Oak-EVP-Coreluxe-XD-EVPDKH7/10041439">Coreluxe Dark Hollow Oak</a> floors because I chose white "cotton" as the wall color, black as the accessory accent, and am using lots of other colors throughout. I didn't want the walls or floor to "compete" with the design, but rather, blend into the background.<br />
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There is so much to love about this flooring. First and foremost, there is no need for an underlayment. It can be easily installed on top of existing flooring, or in my case: OSB subfloor.<br />
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Next, because I installed the flooring in a new space there was no need to pull up the baseboard trim. The baseboards would be installed after the flooring was done so the hardest part of a typical or renovation install didn't really apply to me.<br />
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The MOST important thing to do correctly is setting the first "course" (aka section of flooring) Because the flooring is engineered (aka perfectly symmetrical) any tiny error in the placement of the first row will cause the ENTIRE house or room to be off. So, measure, measure, measure, and then measure again.<br />
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I have to admit, although the instructions do not say to do so, I put one trim nail on each end of the first row to hold it in place. I tried to place the 2nd row without the trim nails but they both ended up shifting so badly I had to remeasure and re-place the first row. The floor will expand (according to the documentation) so I have no idea how my two tiny trim nails will affect that but I'm crossing my fingers. And, the first section of flooring is UNDER the bed so any future buckling won't be seen really. It may have been a mistake, however, I don't know....<br />
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In a nutshell, the flooring slides and snaps together. The grooves are engineered, however, so even a slight bit of misalignment will cause them to not snap correctly. It's easy to do, but does take a bit of practice.<br />
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<b>Installing the bed frame, the next day. What a mess!</b></div>
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The next thing I had to remember was the flooring could only be installed from left to right. Because the flooring snaps on the short sides AND the long sides, once you cut a piece, the cut renders the spare piece usable ONLY on the left (starting) edge.<br />
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For cutting I HIGHLY recommend using a chop saw. After having just installed an entire house of cladding, my chop saw was handy and made perfectly square end cuts.<br />
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My already-installed bathroom door did cause some issues. I had to slide the flooring under the door frame because I couldn't "click" the floor together using the 45 angle degree that is necessary. This is pretty impossible to explain here (and I tried to chat with my boyfriend over the phone about it and after 30 minutes we gave up. It's hard to describe a 3D problem without standing over it! LOL) and suffice it to say it looks amazing but required a bit of brain work to figure out how to slide it under the frame.<br />
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After the install I taped down some protective paper I had which certainly helped but didn't keep the floors completely scratch free. After the worst of the construction process was over I pulled up the paper and cleaned like a mad woman. It was then I discovered a few deep, and several little scratches.<br />
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Luckily, I found an amazingly well designed <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Minwax-1-3-oz-Wood-Finish-Ebony-Stain-Marker-63490/202061477">scratch pen</a> which works literal wonders on fixing scratches. For my next install I'll use a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Ram-Board-38-in-x-50-ft-Temporary-Floor-Protection-Roll-RB-38x50/202823781?keyword=floor+protector+cardboard">cardboard product</a> meant specifically to protect floors, instead of the kraft style paper I had available.<br />
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This flooring is really awesome! Unlike many AirBnB's, I will allow pets and have NO concerns RE the floors. They clean easily, look great, I won't be worrying about water damage, and if all else fails, scratches are easy to fix!</div>
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Thank you, <a href="https://remodel.lumberliquidators.com/">Lumber Liquidators</a>, for your support and help with choosing and installing my new and totally amazing floors!</div>
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<br />Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-82757096944106731902018-02-08T14:12:00.000-08:002018-02-09T09:01:29.248-08:00Hot Water, Guaranteed! Installing My Eccotemp Externally Vented Heater<br />
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When I originally envisioned My Tiny Empty Nest, I decided
that since I wouldn’t really know where I’d be parking it; I wanted to design
it so it would be easy for a potential land owner to say “yes” when I asked for
them to host me. I may have mentioned this before but it’s worth repeating: By
design I only need a 20 amp circuit, a 110V extension cord, and a garden hose
to “run” my first tiny house and now….My Tiny Perch as well.</div>
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And HOW I do this is by using as many propane heating
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<b>On demand hot water heaters are quite complex. </b></div>
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<b>Do NOT install one yourself! </b></div>
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I install all my own plumbing lines and fixtures. Sometimes
I have help and sometimes I don’t but in the end, the buck stops with me. I do
this because it’s a great way to save money and there is virtually NO risk of
injury or damage if I don’t do something correctly. I pressure test the lines
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Getting the water lines in is the easy part. Designing a
tiny house that will accommodate an externally mounted and vented hot water
heater, is the hard part. And, when I say “accommodate”, it means you have to
have enough gap space from the closest window opening and the eaves, and enough
wall space for the propane gas lines and the unit itself.<br />
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typically have a better service record and capacity than their smaller cousins
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gas line for the hot water heater and one for the stovetop in the kitchen, just
inside the front wall. Normally, I wouldn’t advise installing black gas pipe
yourself either but I happen to have a pressure meter, bubbly water (to test
for leaks) and the design was so simple I simply couldn’t justify spending $700
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I read the installation guide for the heater to determine
the size of pipe I’d need, drew the plan on paper, measured the lengths I would
need, made a shopping list of parts (“T”’s and “Corners” and “Caps”, etc….) and
then had Home Depot cut everything to size. And, to be safe, I did have some
help with this project, someone who was there to bounce ideas off of. (or bring
me to my senses, if need be)<br />
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installed at the entry point, I applied air pressure via the compressor and…..the
lines held! No pressure was lost. (Caps were placed on all the ends at this
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Electricity freaks me out. Although it is likely that, for
my next build, I’ll be pulling the lines myself rather than just designing the system
and directing the install; electricity also needs a professional installation
or inspection. In order to save money, I have been hiring people who know what
to do; and then hiring licensed pros to inspect the work that was done. And,
this has worked well. As a matter of fact, except for one incident involving
someone I hired who installed some fixtures incorrectly, this “plan” was
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And fear, for the record, is a very very good thing. Fear
makes sure that you either 1) don’t do that stupid thing you shouldn’t, or 2) that
you take a looong time to consider the consequences and train yourself thoroughly,
or 3) that you hire someone else, or 4) that you don’t do it at all. </div>
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For me, my fear meant I did both 2 AND 3.</div>
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<b><u>INSTALLATION</u></b></div>
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Due to a boom in construction right now; finding someone to
install a hot water heater takes a long time. Luckily, I have “a guy” who did
my last one (and still returns my calls) but even he took over 6 weeks to find
a spot in his schedule for my 30 minute install.<br />
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<b>The vent outlet is as far from the window, and eaves, as possible!</b></div>
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Cost wise, it also cost MORE for the installation than the
heater itself but I also asked him to add a source line heater to ensure that
the hot water heater does not freeze and burst in freezing temps. This is an
affordable way to prevent a LOT of heartache and has already proven to be a
perfect way to protect my investment for my first one.</div>
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There is also one thing I <u>don’t</u> do during the installation
that I do need to comment on. Yes, I know that hot water heaters are not
pretty. Yes, I know they take away from the esthetic of your cute, little, tiny
house. But don’t, please, try to build them in a box and then try to figure out
how to vent them. Mine are not designed to be vented through a vent pipe, and
my installer said ALL of the problems he has seen with external models similar
to mine are caused by someone who built them into a box.</div>
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<b><u>FINAL ADJUSTMENTS TO THE SYSTEM</u></b></div>
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With so many contributing factors, turning on the hot water
for the first time may not result in the hot shower you envisioned.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When we finally got all of the ducks in a
row, once all lines were leak tested, and once the tiny house was moved, and
the local water lines were installed; my first test resulted in barely warm
water. Ugh!<br />
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After hearing mix reviews of the Eccotemp heater I chose, I
was nervous. I assumed that the dissatisfaction that others had experienced was
due to improper product selection (not enough gallons per minute flowing) or improper installation. (Gas leaks, crossed wires,
DIY install, problematic gas regulator, etc….) And, in the end, I was right.</div>
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My shower faucet has a small disc that sits on the inside of
the handle assembly and can be adjusted to provide more or less hot water for
the shower. Once I quietly considered all that could go wrong, and discovered
then adjusted the faucet,<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the
only-warm-water-problem was fixed and all my nervous energy and time and investment
and optimism was rewarded!<br />
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<b>Now THAT is a beatiful hot water delivery set up!</b></div>
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<b><u>MY CHOICE</u></b></div>
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The Eccotemp <a href="https://www.eccotemp.com/eccotemp-45h-lp-tankless-water-heater/">Model 45-H</a> really was the perfect choice for this
build.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s an affordable and reliable
provider of endless streams of hot water that will only run out if your propane
does. It has an adjustable thermostat, and an easy-to-understand operations
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I may not have looked any further than my “externally vented
hot water heater” internet source would take me, but I’m VERY glad I found such
an efficient solution. I highly recommend Eccotemp heaters and, specifically,
externally vented models for tiny houses. </div>
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Whenever I see a social media post about hot water heaters,
it makes my heart proud to tell my story about how BOTH of mine are awesome AND
freeze proof!</div>
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<br />Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-61859654756255341562018-02-03T10:52:00.000-08:002018-02-03T10:52:55.338-08:00No Loft? No Problem! A Custom Bed Frame To The Rescue!<div class="MsoNormal">
When I first started to design My Tiny Perch I knew I wanted
a smaller, lighter, simpler, and much more colorful home than My Empty Nest is. Those
ideals certainly come from the practical side of me. </div>
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<b>THAT is one colorful house!</b></div>
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Conceptually, however, this means I am a bit of a rebel amongst
the rebels. Or, more succinctly, while the rest of the tiny house movement is
focused on larger, heavier, fancier, more expensive, and more high tech
designs; I’m designing a tiny home that still actively embraces the “heart and simple
soul” of where this all started.</div>
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Rest assured, this doesn’t mean My Tiny Perch is simple at
all. This merely means that anything heavy, expensive, complex, or hard to
install; wasn’t considered for my design.</div>
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<b>And my "new" color inspiration didn't stop with my tiny house!</b></div>
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So, the first thing to GO was the need for lofts and stairs
and a ladder. In review, by far, the most commented attribute of My Tiny Empty
Nest is my floating stairs. And although I love them and MUCH has already been
written about their design, function, and perfect fit for the space; for My
Tiny Perch I wanted to host those who want to go tiny but never want to clamor
into a loft. I wanted to offer an usual opportunity for my guests to be able to
live tiny, for a day or a few, without any perceived risk of falling. (no alcohol required)</div>
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After having acquired and reworked an<a href="https://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2016/12/how-much-money-did-i-save-by-buying.html"> 18 foot long RVtrailer,</a> and after having mourned over the loss of 6” worth of precious width,
I then set about figuring out HOW to make a single story floor plan work in my spatially
challenged home on wheels.</div>
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After a few clichéd sleepless nights, I finally found
inspiration for the solution: a custom built bed frame and mattress that fills the entire
bedroom.</div>
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<u>How To Make A Storage Bed Frame With Five Easy Steps!<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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Step 1: Start with 3 sheets of cabinet grade plywood, provided by <a href="https://mytinyemptynest.blogspot.com/2017/03/mr-plywood-mr-awesome-portland-lumber.html">Mr. Plywood.</a> My affection for this Portland Oregon based source of
all-things-building-materials is no secret. And now that you know they sell
cabinet grade plywood that will work perfectly on your next DIY project, yours
won’t be either!</div>
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Step 2: Add in one splash of Design Genius (aka <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BarrelCraftStudios/">Todd Evans with Barrelcraft Studios</a>) and his 3D rendering of our vision. I once heard an
industrial engineer exclaim, “Just because you can draw it, doesn’t mean it can
be built”. But, I have to admit, in consideration of my friend’s talent and
experience; I highly doubt that engineer was talking about Todd. The man can
build anything, I swear.</div>
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Step 3: Toss in an affordable and easy-to-install lift mechanism set
from <a href="http://www.rockler.com/i-semble-platform-bed-lift-mechanisms">Rockler Hardware</a>. Building a tiny house takes a lot of work, time, talent,
and imagination. But, there’s truly no reason to reinvent the wheel when it
comes to your hardware needs. <a href="http://www.rockler.com/">Rockler</a> is the GO TO place for barn door,
cabinet, ladder, bed frame, and ottoman hardware. They have an impressive
selection of tools, hinges, casters, hangers, accent items, and everything else you
WISH your big box store carried for creative and fun furnishing results.</div>
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The design also includes a couple of "hidden" (and now, not so much) compartments in the back. They're hard to get to but that way, nobody really can....or would want to anyways. I won't tell you what I store in there now. (insert grin here)<br />
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Originally I ordered the biggest lift mechanism that Rockler offers. Bigger is always better, right? LOL! After Tood installed the frame he quickly realized the 48" ones we had were TOO big so we ordered the 36" ones. Dimensionally, they wouldn't fit but also the weight of a queen size mattress wouldn't be nearly enough to hold the bed closed because the big lifts were really, really strong! And we couldn't even close them!<br />
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Even with the 36" lifts, we could only install one of them until the bed was finally added. With both lifts installed, it wouldn't stay shut without a LOT of weight. (Its also the reason why it looks like the bed doesn't open flat / level in the picture above....)<br />
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Side Note: The bed is bigger than a double, slightly smaller (but longer) than a queen but the custom price tag was oh so worth it. I LOVE the completely custom look of the bedroom!!<br />
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What I have created with a pencil, and a ruler, and a piece of graph paper;<br />
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The galley kitchen is so bright, and so lovely, that surely all who visit will never forget it!<br />
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Even the tiny cedar lined bathroom is filled with color, light, and character.<br />
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Architectural simplicity and good coffee (or course!) is the order of the day.<br />
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Since there are no lofts or ladders, every thing and every room is easy to access.<br />
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Creating an inviting and approachable space, with only 148 square feet to work with, required a lot of wine and creative thinking.<br />
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Affordable living goals were met, by sticking closely to our $20,000 build budget.<br />
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And our goal to make the space SUPER efficient, was met as well!<br />
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How to decorate the tiny house wasn't the only consideration.<br />
Nestling the house, amongst the trees, was the key to setting the mood for the inside AND the outside.<br />
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(Although having such bright and cheerful cabinets also certainly helped!)<br />
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<span style="text-align: start;">And here's the <b>BEST PART</b>!</span><br />
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If you would like to stay in My Tiny Perch it is now listed on Tryittiny.com (listing #604) </div>
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as well as <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/22544470?location=Sherwood">AirBnB</a>! </div>
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The past 10 months have flown by, and deadlines were missed.</div>
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And, the control freak in me, has lost control more than a few times.</div>
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<span style="text-align: center;"><br />Thankfully, our sponsors hung in there and never doubted that we would cross the finish line with an artfully designed tiny house on wheels that would make them PROUD as well.</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;"> Thank you, everyone, for your support, </span><br />
<span style="text-align: center;"> your enthusiasm, </span><br />
<span style="text-align: center;"> and for understanding my vision; </span><br />
<span style="text-align: center;"> even when I failed to recognize it myself.</span><br />
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And thank you again to Mark Sharley, my Co-Builder and Partner in Life. </div>
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I couldn't ask for a better framer, photographer, advice giver, standards holder, and overall great guy.</div>
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<span style="text-align: center;"><i> </i></span><span style="text-align: center;">Sincerely,</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">Michelle "MJ" Boyle</span><br />
<span style="text-align: center;">Tiny House Designer, Builder, Occupant, Advocate, and Hostess with The Mostest</span><br />
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Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-29610628712388690452017-11-28T09:15:00.003-08:002017-11-28T09:15:53.614-08:00Living Tiny - One Year Later...<div class="MsoNormal">
It’s been a year…</div>
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A year since I moved into my tiny house as a full
time occupant...a year since my two college aged “children” moved into
an apartment together…and a year since I started my new job. </div>
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Looking
back now, the ONLY thing that hasn’t changed is my relationship status. Through
all the ups and downs, Mark and I are still us…still trying to make our way in
this crazy world together but still living 160 miles apart from each other.</div>
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Living in my tiny house is amazing, and yet I haven’t cried
this much in years. </div>
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Having so much time to myself has been really life changing,
and yet I’ve never felt more alone. </div>
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Working remotely provides a lot of freedom and I am no
longer tied to a desk, and yet I’ve never been more stressfully busy.</div>
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This year has truly been a transformative one, and I am sooo
thankful, but also oh so tired.</div>
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<u>Working My Priorities<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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Thirteen months ago I was working for a coffee roasting
company. My commute, every month of my 2 year tenure, got longer and longer and
I was finally spending well over 2 hours a day in the car. My work was not
rewarding and my precious time was spent on behalf of someone else’s success. I
made the difficult but rewarding decision to find another job and shortened my
commute to only 5 minutes. And then, this past July, my commute got even
shorter and I was transferred to a full-time-working-from-home status.</div>
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<b>One of my "famous" foot selfies!</b></div>
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While the concept of working from wherever in the world I
can find a decent wifi signal (which is more difficult than you might imagine)
the reality is that my new office scenario was much more difficult to
transition into than I had imagined. As a matter of fact, I am still finding a
new workflow that works well for my work load as well as my personal psyche. </div>
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<b>When I'm not working, or traveling, I'm writing and blogging.</b></div>
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<b>And that also means taking photos like this one we took for a Tiny House Magazine article.</b></div>
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As I write this I am on a plane, returning from Florida where I worked for the
past week; sometimes from the beach. Going where I want, when I want, without
“checking in” with the boss; is truly awesome. But I also admit that I miss the
comradery, the water cooler banter, and the collaboration of working in an
office. </div>
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<u>My Kids Aren’t Kids Any More<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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A little over 14 years ago my life imploded and I moved to
Oregon with my two children, two cats, two horses, a pregnant dog; and whatever
belongings we could fit into the back of a pickup truck. </div>
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<b>My babies, aren't babies any more...</b></div>
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Looking back now, it
has been one of the stressful stretches of time I can remember. Sitting on the
“other” side of it now, however, I realize that all the sacrifices were more
than worth it. My son and daughter are both in college, they’re both living on
their own (sharing an apartment) and they’re both working jobs where they have
been employed now for more than 2 years.</div>
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My new role in their life is still evolving. They still
“need” me without truly requiring my attention. But, recently, I have come to
the conclusion that my son can still likely benefit from spending time
with his mom. And, honestly, I can use the company. </div>
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Maybe I skipped out on his
emotional and social advancement a bit too early?<br />
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Or am I just feeling lonely
for my role as protector and advisor?</div>
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<u>My Tiny House Village (.com)<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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Twelve months ago I was living in a 1600+ square feet home
with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a two car garage, on a ¼ acre. I was paying
almost $1,600 per month just for rent. Now I live alone in 204 square feet (384
square feet if you add the lofts) and pay only $75 per month which INCLUDES my
electricity and water and wifi. At the risk of overstating the obvious, my
financial obligations have drastically changed. I still pay my kids rent for
their apartment, and I have taken on some credit card debt with the goal of
rebuilding my credit scores, but overall my financial life bears almost NO
resemblance to the paycheck-to-paycheck existence I was once accustomed to.</div>
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done and Robin Hood’s Hideout (my 2<sup>nd</sup> rental unit) is almost dried
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been the amount of time I have spent traveling. No longer encumbered by the
need to “take care” of my kids or large house or even my cat (who goes to stay
with the kids when I’m not home) I can now say “YES” to every event and
festival invitation. However, learning what I can do vs. when I SHOULD do; has
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attended more tiny-house workshops, events, and festivals than anyone. I have
met and interviewed more luminaries, builders, product suppliers, and
enthusiasts via the podcast (and while sitting over an open fire or bar tab)
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with their spouse and family. And, truthfully, my story is like theirs. But in
addition to mirroring their experience, the reason I’m writing this article is to
acknowledge and give myself “credit” for having lived through a year’s worth of
a really noteworthy transformation; and to officially give myself more time to
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“normal” changes one experiences when moving into 200 square feet, my entire
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Change takes time. And the more change we have to adjust to,
the more time it will take. I have put one foot in front of the other, and
stood up on stage, and spoken out through a mic, and advocated for this
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When I started out designing My Tiny Perch, I knew it wanted
it to be very different from My Empty Nest.
So, any material that was expensive, time consuming to collect or
procure, complex to install, or heavy; was taken OUT of the build plan. This
plan, however, also meant that a whole new learning curve would need to be
conquered for any installation that I hadn’t done before.<br />
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When it came to the interior “cladding” materials (a fancy
word for “walls”) I knew that although drywall was doable, and wouldn’t
necessarily be eliminated for consideration due to any of the above mentioned
reasons; I didn’t want to do it. It was a major pain in my backside to install,
took FOREVER to mud and sand, and although the end results look OK, it’s not
great. Let me tell you, getting drywall
to look perfect requires a LOT of practice.<br />
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I considered using plywood, but I thought the surface
texture would look pretty sloppy and the trim molding at every seam wouldn’t
really give me the cohesive look I was going for. I considered cedar T&G (tongue and
groove) panel boards but they’re pretty thick, very heavy, and REALLY
expensive. (And I had already set the electrical boxes for ½” cladding so I
would have to move all of the boxes or find a ½” material that would work) So,
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Craig is my bud, and his list is my GO TO for all things
random and affordable. Someday I’ll make
a list of all of the killer deals I have scored on Craigslist. And, here goes
another try… I entered “1/2 T&G” into the search box and found some
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<b>Come one now….you know I’m a rebel….you know I think outside the
box….you know I’m vested in finding the newest and coolest materials to show
off in my builds….so keep reading…<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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This is the section of this article where I admit that
taking a picture of a wall, and posting it here really won’t really elicit much
excitement. Thusly, this is Part One of this story, and the final photos will
be featured in Part Two. But, this part is important too. It’s the story of how I found a very cool
material to use on my walls that was much cheaper than T&G, and after a
coat of primer and two coats of paint looks AMAZING!!</div>
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I contacted Alex with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lifestyleflooringnw/?ref=br_rs">Lifestyle Flooring</a> regarding my “plan”,
and after we chatting a bit, I finally convinced him that using the material he
was selling as flooring could be used on my walls too! Then, I set about researching other people
who’d used plywood planks. I found lots of images on Pinterest, but most of
them stained the wood and I would be painting it so I have to admit I was a bit
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Pinterest Inspiration!! (not my wall)</div>
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In a nutshell, the planks are made using the best sections of ½” plywood that has
been culled for other uses due to imperfections or damage. (they sort out the bad pieces and keep only the good ones.) The edges of each plank have a bullnose edge and that makes them
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Finally, after 7 months of building, I’m finally getting
down to the final details! Yeah, I know
that 7 months doesn’t sound like a long time but I had planned to have My Tiny
Perch done at the end of July so it “feels” like I am running very behind schedule!</div>
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And speaking of behind schedule, it’s been waaayyy too long
since I have posted here. In retrospect, I suppose it’s because one subject or
issue I’ve been dealing with doesn’t really require its own article. But there are definitely lots of little things I
have been dealing with for months now that are not without their lessons to
be learned so, here goes...</div>
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<u>Where to Park the Perch<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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For months I have been dropping less than passive hints with
my land hosts that I would like to park (and rent out) My Tiny Perch on the
lower section of the property I am on now. Mostly, I have been more passive
than I normally would be because I am moving so fast that I want to respect
their pace of making decisions. (As you can well imagine my
push-to-get-things-done pace is not comfortable for most.) But since I wasn’t
making the decision-making progress I needed to, I finally called an official “meeting”
at a local bar. There, after I made a very logical argument for why they would
consider my tiny houses a valued addition to their property, they agreed to
host not just the Perch but the Hideout as well! Yay!! </div>
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Next we assigned action items and made a list of TO-DO’s. As
it turns out, their primary concern was who was going to pay for the gravel.
So, after a bit of back and forth and a meeting with The Gravel Guy, the
section is now level and the gravel is being delivered tomorrow! This is my
first experience at doing this, by myself, and I’m a bit nervous that I won't be
able to back The Perch into the spot where the gravel is but I am setting my
trepidations aside, and going for it!</div>
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I can't wait to see My Tiny Perch parked here!</div>
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<u>Hiring Help<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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Earlier this year I met a mobile tiny house "buiilder" at the North Carolina
Tiny House Festival. He was the first (and only, as far as I know) truly mobile
tiny house builder. He travels from town to town in his 66 sq ft tiny house on
wheels, helping people build their dreams. Despite his mobility I was truly
surprised to see him in Oregon at the last tiny house event. Because I’ve been
running a bit behind schedule, mostly due to the restrictions of my own
schedule and talents, I decided to spend a little money to speed up the
build. Honestly, I’m not sure what this
says about me but hiring help has always been both a blessing and a curse. I am
so passionate (read: controlling) about the work and the design and the end
results that I find myself letting go of things I am not entirely comfortable
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For instance, I mentioned to him that I had envisioned building
cubby shelves into an open section of the wall. <span style="text-align: center;">And then one day when I came back from Home Depot he had made them out
of left over cladding materials. “Yay? They’re done?” But I had envisioned
building them out of plywood, in one piece, that would slide in and out of the
cavity giving me access to the plumbing behind them. Now I’ll have to literally
tear them apart to get to the plumbing. </span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">The bottom line is that the end results
weren’t what I had envisioned. But,
rather than ask him to rip out the results of his self-directed-creative-solution.
I let it go. And, there they are. On second thought, I probably could write an
entire blog about the challenges of transitioning from my role of “Designer / Builder”
to “Helper Guy’s Errand Runner” but let’s just say I’ve learned a few lessons
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A little over a month ago, my boss called on my vacation to
let me know that they’d hired more people than they had desks for, and wanted
to know if I would be OK with working remotely full time from now on. Of course, I would. And you are likely
thinking right now, “That’s awesome!” The
reality of this arrangement, however, has taken some getting used to. The
process of packing up the contents of my desk and carrying them to my car, but
still having a job, set off my PTSD like a bomb. It was emotional, and
unexpected, but my brain couldn’t believe I was moving out but still had a
job!? And, consider this…. Could you
honestly sit in a 204 square foot house, all day, by yourself, and work and
live there too? My tiny house wasn’t really designed to accommodate an
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The upside is that I can literally work from whereever I
can find a decent wifi signal (which is more challenging that you might
imagine) and this means I can travel when ever and for how long as I want
to. The downside is that I find myself
more scattered without the routine of a commute and am still finding a
work-flow and lifestyle that gives me enough down time. My “office” now occupies my dining table, and
I often will go days without taking a shower. That’s just not like me but heck,
nobody is here to notice so why take the time?
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<u>It Take a Tiny Village<o:p></o:p></u></div>
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My sponsors are the fuel to my fire, and what makes all of
this possible. Without them, their support, their materials, and their
enthusiasm, I wouldn’t be able to sustain the pace I have now come to consider “normal”.
However, there are so many other people who
have showed up to help. And while I love to tell people I have “built” my tiny
houses, the truth is that it truly takes so many more hands and so much more
talent than I alone have. My boyfriend, Mark, as you know is my framer but his
help extends well beyond a hammer and nails.
He’s my rock when I’m having a day when burning them all to the ground
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My adult children, Alyssa and Wyatt, have generously donated
several hours of their weekends to cut and measure and put up with my rants. My
good friend Teresa, who had never used a chop saw before, was more than
willing to learn and then enthusiastically show up AGAIN for day TWO!? </div>
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And then
there’s a friend of a friend who just came to fix my electrical issues this
past week on a moment's notice, and my land hostess who is sewing my curtains, and Scott who
finished the installation of my hot water heater last week. I truly couldn’t do all of this without all
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I’m so proud to announce that I have been invited back to Colorado to be one of the Emcees for this event! I am sooooo looking forward to meeting some of my old friends, and probably making a few new
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Did you love the Jamboree? If you didn’t go, did you wish
you had? The people behind the <a href="http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/about/">Tiny House Living Festival</a> are the same driven,
creative, organized, and fun people as the people that were behind the scenes at the original Jamboree. </div>
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The Tiny House Living Festival isn’t at a hotel and attendees
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<a href="http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/denver/vendors/">vendors,</a> and <a href="http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/denver/sponsors/">sponsors</a> are working hard to create an informal and approachable
event where the attendees don’t get lost in the hustle and bustle and will have
lots of time to chat and mingle with their favorite tiny house people. And did I mention there will be <a href="http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/denver/tiny-houses/">tiny houses</a> to tour!?</div>
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A Few of <u>My</u> Tiny House People!</div>
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I’ll be flying in to Denver Airport and then taking an Uber
to my AirBnB accommodations. From my “home
base” I can then take light rail or WALK to and from the event at the Aspen Grove
Center as well as to and from countless local restaurants.
Parking will be easy and plentiful and transit access for this event
truly is SECOND TO NONE!<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Scenic Aspen Grove Center in Littleton, CO</div>
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An all access <a href="http://www.tinyhouselivingfestival.com/locations/denver/tickets/">weekend pass costs only $25</a> and parking is
FREE! Whether you’re a tiny house enthusiast, planning your build,
researching builders, or are just looking for inspiration to simplify your life
and downsize a bit; you’ll find everything you want at the Tiny House Living
Festival for less than the cost of a full tank of gas. (P.S. And there are still plenty of affordable flights into, and out of, Denver airport for that weekend!)</div>
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While sitting on a closed freeway one day, pondering “what
to do next” with my life, I looked over at the car parked next to me and noticed
that they were towing a teardrop. I’d always wanted a teardrop trailer but had
NO idea how much they would cost. So, right then and there I went on <a href="https://www.craigslist.org/about/sites">Craigslist</a> and found a
homemade one for sale. The next day, on a somewhat-irresponsible-whim, I bought
it for $1,000 (which I borrowed from my 18 year old son) from an old guy who made it in his garage, atop a pop-up camper
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Early in that same week Mark and I had been discussing
possible plans to travel the country and we had calculated that a small car or
truck, and a teardrop, would be the LEAST expensive way to do so whilst still
maintaining some sense of comfort. (A comfortable, dry, secure, warm, bed every
night) My newest acquisition wasn’t pretty, by any means, but it was cute and
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A few months later, I loaded our two kayaks onto the top and
we took it camping for the first time. And, in the end, Mark was less than impressed.
Granted, he had (ironically) arrived at the camp site after 5 hours of being
stuck in traffic because of an incident that had closed the freeway. He
arrived, grumpy, tired, and his mood or his attitude towards my little teardrop
never fully recovered. He has a good point, of course. Since there is only one door the person sleeping
opposite the door (him) has to climb over the other person (me) to go to the
restroom in the middle of the night. And, truly, honestly, it really is too small for two. But the upshot is that after that weekend
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I moved that winter and the teardrop moved from the garage
to the front driveway. Then it moved from the driveway to a storage lot. And,
in retrospect, I trusted the maker far more than I should have. During that
frantic time, I wasn’t as diligent as I should have been about keeping it fully
covered, and after the move dust settled I discovered that quite a bit of water
had gotten in. I doubled my efforts at keeping it not only covered but fully
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In the Spring, after a MUCH more discriminating inspection,
I discovered that the maker had expended NO effort in caulking any of the windows,
or the door, and had actually installed one of the windows upside down. The
winter rain pooled in the sill, and then leaked over and down into the walls
and interior. Also, the stain he had used on the exterior contained NO sealant
properties so the plywood itself had also absorbed a fair amount of moisture,
was swollen, buckled, and pulling away from the frame.</div>
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As the months passed, the teardrop wasn’t completely
forgotten but I knew that I couldn’t use it in its existing condition, and I
couldn’t sell it. I would have to scrap it, or put some serious effort into
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First, I caulked and replaced every fastener holding down the
metal roof. I then dropped it off with a woodworking friend of mine to replace
the dysfunctional-boat-hatch-used-as-a-door, bought some new fabric for the
curtains, and inspired a seamstress to take on my project amidst her many
others. Finally, I removed the metals screws (Who uses metal screws on a wood
trailer?) replaced them with wood screws, caulked the heads, sanded the
trailer, and SEALED IT! Then I moved on to work on my two tiny houses under
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I cannot control everything. I know that. But I’d like to.
And, in my younger days, I would emotionally “fight” delays and push harder to “make”
things happen. But lately, I have decided that a far more laid back approach is
needed in my life. So, when my tiny house builds were both delayed, leaving me
with more “down” time than I would prefer, instead of pushing and fretting, I
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After the new door was done, I picked it up from my good
friend Bruce at Friesian Woodcrafters; and it was then that I noticed a few
mold spots under the window. Masked and determined, I demolished the entire bed
frame and wiped down the interior with soapy bleach and mold prevention spray. Once
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shapes (some not even attached) pieced together, and covered in carpet pad and
headliner fabric. (What a mess. What was he thinking?) After demo, I then rebuilt
the bed frame with slotted pine boards which would provide MUCH better airflow
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Inspired by the <a href="https://www.sistersonthefly.com/">Sisters
on the Fly</a>, I knew I wanted to have the rear of the trailer painted by an
artist. I had some paint left over from another project that I originally
wanted to use but, after a LOT of unexpected drama that I won’t go into here,
and five time consuming coats of new paint later; it was ready for the final
stroke of artistic genius.<br />
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So, in true Michelle-form, I placed an ARTIST WANTED
ad on Craigslist. Within a few hours, several local artists submitted their
work, and I hired one whose work mostly closely matches my style.<br />
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That evening was so fun! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jacob.obermiller/">Jacob</a> was prompt, funny, and is uber talented. He flawlessly, affordably, and easily executed my flowered vision quite perfectly in one sit-down. Free form. Color me impressed!<br />
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Inspired by Aristotle, her new official name is <i><b><span style="font-size: large;">Aris the Hippie Teardrop</span></b></i>.<br />
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She weights just over a 1000 lbs, sleeps two
(albeit cozy-like with an <a href="http://www.parklanervmattresses.com/">8”
thick memory foam, Full size, mold resistant, Parklane mattress</a>) and is
off-grid friendly with battery powered lights. But, she also works well on-grid
and plugs into campsites for full functionality.<br />
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When plugged in she cools
easily with the use of a fan and heats quickly with a tiny, round, freestanding,
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She boasts 56 sq feet of under-bed storage and can easily haul
enough camping gear to accommodate her occupant’s enjoyment of both the
convenience of teardrop camping and the primitive nature of tent camping. <br />
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I have one vice: Creative Projects. They feed my soul, keep
me up at night, energize me, and fill my ongoing and quasi-insatiable need for
self-validation.<br />
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Yes. I can do this. I can do anything I set my mind to.<br />
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It may
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Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-8466564888981090172017-06-05T12:11:00.001-07:002017-06-05T14:17:13.331-07:00Dear Sponsors, We LOVE you ALL!<div class="MsoNormal">
There is simply no way we would be able to build My
Tiny Perch without the generous support of you, our GREAT sponsors.<br />
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And, this time, rather than sending you all an email /
newsletter, I’m going to shout to the world (again!) my appreciation (and
affection) for you, your staff, and your products; via this blog post.</div>
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<b>And while we have not yet cracked open the boxes of ALL of
the products we’ve received, there are a few sponsors and products that have
taken an expeditious front and center in our world.</b><br />
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<b>"Who are they?"</b></div>
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surprised that I chose such a bold color for the exterior. But the comments that started out as a “you’re
painting it THAT color?” have now ended up as “I LOVE the color” from all who
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<a href="http://www.mrplywoodinc.com/">Mr. Plywood</a> and their knowledgeable staff have gone above
and beyond to advise, select, and provide the lumber and siding which has, after
many nights of lost sleep, actually resulted in the under-weight shell that we
hoped it would be. </div>
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<b>Working with such great materials also allowed us to stay
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Maybe the framing is not much to look at, but we've been oh so impressed nonetheless!</div>
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If eyes are the window to your soul, our windows and door are
a peek into the caring souls of the flexible and supportive staff at <a href="https://parr.com/products/windows-skylights/">ParrLumber</a>. The amazing windows are a beautiful and
dominate feature of My Tiny Perch that gives the interior a not-so-tiny feel. </div>
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A HUGE view from where WE stand!</div>
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And last, but not least, thank you to <a href="http://www.insulationsolutions.com/products/wraptorplus/information.html">Insulation Solutions</a> for
stepping up to provide the house “wraptor” we needed, just when we needed it!</div>
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Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-20819301415358503272017-06-05T09:06:00.002-07:002017-06-05T09:27:14.338-07:00My EPIC Tiny House Summer Camp Vacation<div class="MsoNormal">
It’s that time of year …the time of year when we look at the
calendar, double check how much time we have in our vacation coffer, and then
make our summer travel plans. If you’re like me, with newly adult children,
figuring out where they want to go that will result in a minimal amount of
complaints; is a thing of the past. Yes, my travel plans can now include going
places and doing things I want to do!!</div>
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Burlington, Vermont; City Hall</div>
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As a West Coaster growing up in a large family and then raising
my own, I haven’t had as much time to travel to the East Coast as much I would
have liked. Or, perhaps it was the lack of travel that gave me the travel “bug”.
Nowadays, I think nothing of road tripping several hundred miles on a weekend. But,
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This is what "travel planning" looks like in my world</div>
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And, as I ponder what my trip plans will include this year,
I can’t help but recall the bestest vacation ever that I took last year to….drum
roll…..<a href="http://relaxshacks.blogspot.com/2017/03/tiny-house-summer-camp-5-orleans-vt.html">Tiny House Summer Camp</a>.</div>
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My 2016 Tiny House Summer Camp Accommodations.</div>
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Picture this…..ten off-grid wooded acres in the hills of
Vermont in late summer, the leaves have not yet started to turn, the smell of a
bonfire, and laughter…lots of laughter. I spent 3 of my 7 days of summer vacation
amongst the most fun, and funniest, helpful, fun loving, creative, and colorful
people I have ever met in my life.</div>
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<b><u>Day One -
Wednesday<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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I arrived in Burlington Vermont with what felt like the
worst hangover I have ever had. After having not slept a WINK on the plane I
just wanted a horizontal space, ANY horizontal space, to lay my head. The “plan”
was to rent an SUV and car camp for a week, and let my whim be my guide. After
picking up my rental SUV I headed straight to Goodwill to purchase blankets and
then headed to Walmart, where I bought an air mattress. After finding a tire
shop to fill the mattress, I sacked out in the parking lot of a grocery store.</div>
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Minimalism at its finest!</div>
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<b><u>Day Two – Thursday<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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I woke up in the middle of the deep woods in Vermont at a
camp ground that I found after hours of being lost. It was my day to “acclimate”
to the east coast time zone and I could think of no better way to start my
vacation than at a spa; so I ventured into a nearby resort village and asked
around for the best masseuse in town. Five hours later, freshly showered and
adequately relaxed, I put the elusive camp address in my GPS and headed out.</div>
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An Austrian Spa in the mountains of Vermont.</div>
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<b><u>Day Three – Friday<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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Despite my best attempts at drinking myself to sleep, the
backwoods sounds of Vermont had other plans for me. Said sounds include what I
later identified as a porcupine scrape marks on the DOOR of the very tree house
I was attempting to sleep in. Friday morning, guests arrived and started
milling about, introductions were made, and they <a href="http://relaxshacks.blogspot.com/2017/03/tiny-house-summer-camp-5-orleans-vt.html">got started organizing</a> the crew
and attendees into project groups. Then, a bonfire. But, like Vegas, what
happened there needs to stay there so that’s all I’ll say about that…..</div>
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My next-tree "neighbor".</div>
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<b><u>Day Four –
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Camp was in full swing! There were hammering sounds coming
from all directions in the woods and several projects, of all shapes and sizes,
were happening at once. A space ship-esque tree house was started,<a href="http://relaxshacks.blogspot.com/2017/03/tiny-house-summer-camp-5-orleans-vt.html"> a hillside cabin</a>
was getting some much needed siding, a tiny house on wheels was being
constructed, and impromptu survivor class participants were learning about how
to make an insulated shelter from sticks and leaves. That night, <a href="http://relaxshacks.blogspot.com/2017/03/tiny-house-summer-camp-5-orleans-vt.html">the bonfire was epic</a>; a deep woods speaker-filled experience lit with candles on a moss
covered mini-amphitheater in the shadow of a huge robot tree house. (say THAT
tree times fast!?)</div>
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The one....the only....ROBOT TREE HOUSE!!</div>
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<b><u>Day Five – Sunday<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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I was sad to go but eager to explore. And, like any good
explorer, I headed straight to a nearby town with a hotel and a bar. I
showered, ate spaghetti with the loveliest bartender I have ever met, and then
slept like a rock for 12 hours.</div>
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Do these earrings make my face look fat?</div>
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<b><u>Day Six – Monday<o:p></o:p></u></b></div>
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ice cream factory which allows tourists, but the ONE that doesn’t. On my way
back from almost-Canada I stopped to get an impromptu tattoo. And, if I need another reason to return to Vermont,
the artist is it. He imagines a unique and fun new tattoo to augment my 90’s
inspired left-ankle bracelet of pansies.</div>
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Pain? What pain?</div>
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Time to head home. It was truly the first vacation I have
ever been on where I felt like I didn’t want to go home. I’d gotten lost several
times and didn’t shower every day but the new friends I had made, and the fun I
had, and the memories we created, were more than well worth the investment.</div>
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Your <a href="http://relaxshacks.blogspot.com/">Tiny House Summer Camp</a> experience will not likely
involve getting lost quite as much as I did. But, I guarantee you, that if you’re
looking for a fun way to combine your love of all-things-tiny-house and a fun-loving
backwoods story to tell your friends and family about, Deek and his crew won’t
disappoint. Deek provides all of his attendees with hands-on building and
learning opportunities, in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.</div>
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I have never seen a more lovely "parking lot" in all my life.</div>
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His mantra is “It’s better to screw up on my projects, than
your own!” and I appreciate that about him. He takes all the risk and his
attendees get all the rewards.</div>
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No"screw ups" in this adorable tiny cabin.</div>
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It’s tough to fit an adequate description of the
life-changing experience I had in Vermont, into a brief blog post that will
hold your attention. (Are you STILL reading!?) So, please know that while I
have strategically left out some of the details, I hope I have still conveyed
the amazing time I had when I attended <a href="http://relaxshacks.blogspot.com/2017/03/tiny-house-summer-camp-5-orleans-vt.html">Tiny House Summer Camp</a> and slept in a
see-through tree house.</div>
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The little Red A-Frame.</div>
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Michelle Jonicehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13775854645634335769noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8965053053340608220.post-89400614688204552932017-06-01T07:17:00.001-07:002017-06-01T07:17:03.325-07:00Moving Day for My Tiny PerchThere are many days in a tiny houses's life that are stressful, but dare I say none of them hold a candle to the potentially catastrophic results of moving one down the freeway, at 50 mph.<br />
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Yes, I have done all I can to ensure the house can withstand a hurricane AND and earthquake simultaneously; aka the forces that a tiny house is exposed to while on the road.<br />
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And, yes, I have had it inspected and re-inspected and inspected again for safety and stability.<br />
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But, I can only imagine, even the most seasoned of house builders has a little bit of nervous energy when they move theirs.<br />
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To make a long story short, I am thrilled that there was NO drama and everything went VERY smoothly, despite the 170 miles we needed to travel. <br />
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And, I am super excited to announce that my risk to buy a recycled RV trailer paid off. My Tiny Perch only weighs 5440 lbs on a certified scale. Whew! What a relief!!<br />
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Almost ready to go!</div>
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Admiring her, from behind.</div>
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Closing up the front window so rocks won't break it.</div>
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My Tiny Perch looks sooooo tiny when on the road.</div>
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Stopping for a quick driver break. </div>
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Underpasses are particularly nerve wracking but not as much so with only a 12 1/4 ft height.</div>
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The final few feet, lifting branches while traversing the driveway.</div>
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