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A blog dedicated to interesting design and small space living

Martin Dorey: The Camper Van Cook, One Man and His Campervan, The Camper Van Cookbook, BBC2 Pioneer’s Cabin (16×20) HomePioneer’s Cabin (16×20) Pioneer’s Cabin (v.2) 16′x20′ Living Room, Kitchen, Bathroom, Loft Bed Front & Back Porch 12/12 Roof Pitch PDF format – 42 pages – $9.95 These framing plans contain the plans, list of required lumber, and drawings for this 16′ x 20′ structure. The walls use standard 2×6 framing with 8-foot interior walls on the first level. Sample Pages & Illustrations Free Updates Today the plans are complete but over time I’ll make improvements and additions as reader suggestions are incorporated. Please Note Before building any structure be sure to check with your local authorities. Affiliate program If you’re interested in selling this ebook on your website you can earn a 40% affiliate commission for each sale.

NonStopShows TinyHouseBlog Affiliate page -Tiny Homes by Lloyd Kahn There's a grassroots movement in tiny homes these days. The real estate collapse, the economic downturn, layoffs, scarcity of good jobs - these things have many people rethinking their ideas about shelter - seeking an alternative to high rents, or a lifelong mortgage debt to a bank on an overpriced home. In this book are some 150 builders who have taken things into their own hands, and created tiny homes (under 500 sq. ft.). A rich variety of small homemade shelters is shown in some 1,200 photos, and there are stories, thoughts and inspirations of the owner-builders who are on the forefront of this new trend in downsizing and self-sufficiency. Some reviews:

Artist That Rock: Bansky Street Art There are four basic human needs...food, sleep, sex, and revenge The undeniably profound art of Bansky has been gracing the streets of England for years. Making local law enforcement feel duped, his art often has anti-political messages nothing in the world is more common than unsuccessful people with talent leave the house before you find something worth staying in for Political activist, philanthropist, graffiti artist, and film director, he has worked hard for years to keep his true name and identity out of the media. Think outside the box, collapse the box, and take a sharp knife to it In 2002 this monkey art sold for $450, 000.00 And in 2005 this vandalized phone booth sold at Sotheby's for over $600,00.00 This morning it was rumored that the real Bansky was "finally apprehended" by British Police - For the story I happened to come across this morning, click on the link.Let's hope it's another hoax!

Four Lights Tiny House Company by Jay Shafer A Huge Collection of Van Accessories The Tiny Life logo2 Off-Grid How To Build A DIY PVC Self-Feeding Chicken Feeder – Image To Repin / ShareImage – prepforshtf.com Building this “self-feeding” chicken feeder is a simple DIY project that can be done in a few hours and doesn’t require a great deal of skill or any special tools. It is made entirely from PVC pipe and fittings, which are readily available and easy material to work with – new ideas are appearing all the time for practical projects like this one! Chicken feed has to be protected from the rain and this style of feeder does the job brilliantly – it also helps to deter wild birds from helping themselves to the feed and reduces wastage. See if you can find surplus materials from building work that can be reclaimed before buying new – a lot of pipes, gutters and fittings are thrown away every year and could be re-used for DIY projects. This will save you money on materials and do a bit to protect the environment. Here’s the link to the full tutorial:

A Guide to Living in a Camper Van | Camper Van Life Living in a camper van or motorhome is a cheap and convenient way to see lots of locations. If you are looking to explore in comfort then it is a great option. I lived in my camper van for 9 months, and loved it. I travelled in France, Belgium, Spain and Portugal from September to June. My camper van looked like an ordinary van from the outside, and so did not attract much attention. But, If I were going to spend a lot of time living in a vehicle I would consider buying a motorhome as these are more comfortable. For a long period of time I would suggest that you have a wash room, with a toilet and perhaps a simple shower. If you intend to spend time in northern Europe, or anywhere else that is cold uring winter, I would suggest a heating system of some kind. I would consider a high-top vehicle necessary, to allow standing all of the time in the vehicle. Having at least a small area where you can walk around is also good for stretching legs. Electrical power is also a consideration.

PortaPow Limited Budget bulk-up Mention a meat-free meal to a seasoned weight lifter and you’ll conjure up terrified notions of “kwashiorkor” (that’s protein malnutrition to the rest of us). If you think meat is the only protein source worth eating then you’re depriving your physique of valuable muscle builders. Meat isn’t as definitive as you think. It sounds like gym heresy but to cook up a complete protein source, as good as any chicken breast, all you have to do is eat the right foods together in one meal. Group 1: Carbs Breads: white, whole-wheat, ryeBreakfast cerealsRicePastaNoodles Quinoa Oats Group 2: Legumes Peas (yes, mushy peas do count)Beans: black, kidney, pinto, baked beans Chick peasSoya beansPeanuts AlfalfaBroad beans

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