Tiny Shiny Home

Tiny Shiny Home

@tinyshinyhome

Jonathan & Ashley Longnecker and their 4 kids are building naturally and sustainably off-grid in Cochise County, Arizona providing wholesome entertainment and useful educational resources for those interested in getting back to nature, spending more time with their family, and learning to be more self sufficient. We're sharing our story while we create a desert homestead from the ground up using natural building methods and permaculture inspired designs. Join us on our journey to a sustainable homesteading oasis in the desert with new videos every Saturday! For business inquiries: tinyshinyhome@thestation.io You can follow us on other platforms, too: Facebook - Tiny Shiny Home Instagram - @tinyshinyhome

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I Did Something Beautiful - and It Made Me So HAPPY :)
YouTubeNov 7, 2026
I Did Not Expect the Lavacrete Wall to Look Like THIS
YouTubeOct 31, 2026
LAVACRETE Accent Wall Workshop - Did We FINISH?
YouTubeOct 24, 2026
We Had a Plan for the LAVACRETE Wall. Then It Got COMPLICATED.
YouTubeOct 17, 2026
The Accidental BERM & SWALE Discovery That CHANGES Everything?
YouTubeOct 10, 2026
Don't Forget to Breathe: New 4K Nature Relaxation YouTube Channel! #shorts
YouTubeOct 5, 2026
RECORD ADOBE BATCH & A Biblical Flood?
YouTubeOct 3, 2026
We FINALLY Figured it Out!
YouTubeSep 26, 2026
Purlins, Pizza, & A BIG Problem?
YouTubeSep 19, 2026
Today We STOP Making Adobes and START Building
YouTubeSep 12, 2026
Ashley LEFT for New Mexico - I'm Here ALONE Trying to Fix Our Adobe Mix
YouTubeSep 5, 2026
The Kids Solved Our Speed Problem. Now We Have a New One?
YouTubeAug 29, 2026
We FINALLY Found the Right Adobe Mix - Then This Happened
YouTubeAug 22, 2026
ADOBE BLOCK BATTLE: Which Soil Mix Is Strong Enough?
YouTubeAug 15, 2026
The BIGGEST Questions About Our Hyperadobe Roundhouse + Fall Events (Live Q&A)
YouTubeAug 11, 2026
She's Been Waiting YEARS For This - Fjord Finally Comes Home
YouTubeAug 8, 2026
Hyperadobe? Not Anymore.
YouTubeAug 1, 2026
The HONEST Truth About What's Worth Buying
YouTubeJul 28, 2026
Tiny Shiny Homestead Fall Tours: See Unique Alternative Builds! #shorts
YouTubeJul 27, 2026
It's a WRAP - Roof Structure is DONE (for now)
YouTubeJul 25, 2026
WELDING the HEART of Our Roundhouse (Living Room & Kitchen Roof Begins)
YouTubeJul 18, 2026
Every Time We Start WELDING the Roof, MONSOON Shows Up ⚡️
YouTubeJul 11, 2026
Beating the MONSOONS: Our Lavacrete Lodge Gets a DOOR & WINDOWS!
YouTubeJul 4, 2026
Her Family Left - Now She's Picking up the Torch
YouTubeJun 27, 2026
Bar Joists LOCKED IN: The Roundhouse Roof Structure Is Finally Coming Together
YouTubeJun 20, 2026
Once the Roof Goes On, We'll NEVER See It Like This Again!
YouTubeJun 16, 2026
Our Biggest FEAR After the Bond Beam: Setting the BAR JOISTS
YouTubeJun 13, 2026
TRUSS the PROCESS: The Roundhouse Roof Starts TODAY
YouTubeJun 9, 2026
We're Winding Down the Lavacrete Lodge - The Roundhouse Is Calling
YouTubeJun 6, 2026
What Nobody Told Us About Running Electrical Through Lavacrete Walls
YouTubeJun 2, 2026
What Nobody Told Us About Running Electrical Through Lavacrete Walls
YouTubeJun 2, 2026
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More Than Just Domes: Building Community in the Wood Shop
Culture
More Than Just Domes: Building Community in the Wood Shop

This isn't just about building earthbag structures. The Double Dome workshop highlights the power of shared creation, a lesson we Rogue Carpenters can take to heart in our own wood shops.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Carpenter
3 min
0 0 027 days ago
Lava Crete Lodge: Where Art Meets Masonry (and Mountains Get Debossed)
Stories
Lava Crete Lodge: Where Art Meets Masonry (and Mountains Get Debossed)

A workshop update reveals a fascinating blend of traditional masonry and experimental art, fueled by Lava Crete and the wisdom of Paul Schwam. See the progress and get a glimpse into a unique creative process.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Masons
3 min
0 0 028 days ago
Lava Creek Lodge: Day One Progress and Artistic Plans
Stories
Lava Creek Lodge: Day One Progress and Artistic Plans

A whirlwind first day at the Lava Creek Utility Lodge workshop saw double the progress expected, with lifts installed and electrical conduits in place. Get a peek at the unique glass art features planned for this build.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Carpenter
3 min
0 0 028 days ago
Essential Home Backup: Keeping the Lights On When the Sirens Sound
Equipment
Essential Home Backup: Keeping the Lights On When the Sirens Sound

Power outages are a growing reality. This isn’t about comfort; it’s about survival. Learn how essential home backup systems, like the Jackery 5000 Plus, can be a critical piece of your Exodus plan.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Preppers
3 min
0 0 028 days ago
Jackery HomePower 3000: A Rogue Prepper's Essential Home Backup?
Equipment
Jackery HomePower 3000: A Rogue Prepper's Essential Home Backup?

The sirens are sounding. Can the Jackery HomePower 3000 keep your critical loads running when the grid goes down? This review puts it to the test, focusing on what matters most for those seeking a Place to Go.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Preppers
3 min
0 0 028 days ago
Beyond the Dome: A Field Trip into Natural Building & Community
Culture
Beyond the Dome: A Field Trip into Natural Building & Community

Sometimes the best learning happens outside the wood shop – or, in this case, beyond the dome itself. This build highlights the power of collaborative learning and hands-on experience with natural building techniques.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Carpenter
3 min
0 0 028 days ago
Lava Creek Lodge: Short Progress, Big Fun – And Bottle Art?!
Stories
Lava Creek Lodge: Short Progress, Big Fun – And Bottle Art?!

This short update from the Lavacrete Lodge build shows impressive progress and a surprising artistic touch. Join us for a glimpse of a wood shop project that's ahead of schedule and full of personality.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Carpenter
3 min
0 0 028 days ago
Beyond the Dome: Earthbag Building and a Hyperadobe Bench
Techniques
Beyond the Dome: Earthbag Building and a Hyperadobe Bench

This build isn't just about domes – it's about incorporating natural building techniques and sharing the knowledge. Join us as we watch progress on a double dome and a surprisingly fast-built hyperadobe bench.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Carpenter
3 min
0 0 028 days ago
Bus Life HVAC: A Rogue Tradesman's Mini-Split Installation
Techniques
Bus Life HVAC: A Rogue Tradesman's Mini-Split Installation

Ever wanted to bring modern comfort to an unconventional space? Watch as Tiny Shiny Home tackles a mini-split install in a bus, highlighting resourcefulness and real-world problem-solving.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Tradesman
4 min
0 0 028 days ago
The Foundational Skill: Mastering Cleat Placement in Earthbag Construction
Techniques
The Foundational Skill: Mastering Cleat Placement in Earthbag Construction

A deep dive into the structural necessity of formwork, showing how resourcefulness and precise technique are the hallmarks of every skilled tradesman.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Tradesman
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
Laying the Foundation: Discipline in the Game of Stones
Techniques
Laying the Foundation: Discipline in the Game of Stones

True mastery, whether building a home or building a life, requires meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to the process.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Rock Smiters
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
From Rumble Chaos to Foundational Grind: The Logistics of Real Craftsmanship
Equipment
From Rumble Chaos to Foundational Grind: The Logistics of Real Craftsmanship

The biggest projects aren't always the visible ones. This week, we look at the crucial, skilled logistics of post-build cleanup, resource management, and the foundational work that keeps a homestead running.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Tradesman
3 min
0 0 03 months ago
Beyond the Hammer: Mastering the Modern Craft of Resilience
Equipment
Beyond the Hammer: Mastering the Modern Craft of Resilience

For the Rogue Tradesman, mastery means knowing how to build not just a structure, but a whole system—especially when the lights go out.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Tradesman
3 min
0 0 03 months ago
Powering the Build: Keeping the Shop Running When the Grid Goes Down
Equipment
Powering the Build: Keeping the Shop Running When the Grid Goes Down

Even the most solid joinery can't withstand a power outage. Learn how reliable backup power keeps the saws running and the custom furniture coming out.

Tiny Shiny Home
Tiny Shiny Home
Rogue Carpenter
4 min
0 0 03 months ago
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