The House of Smiths on My Craft Channel
After a lot of script writing, multiple trips to find enough “nice shirts” for Cason and I to wear for 8 filmed episodes, and LOTS of nervous-ness (that we didn’t know we would have) later… We’ve finally finished all our shows for My Craft Chanel!
Let me start off by saying that this little part of our lives was QUITE the adventure. Sitting on camera and chatting with a host from a show, or having questions thrown at me, that I have to answer, is a piece of cake! But take all that away, and make JUST me and Cason responsible for moving things along on camera, where we could pretty much do whatever we wanted???… yikes! LOL.
Oh, and speaking of working with your spouse… it’s TOTALLY different, then laughing and giggling on camera with a girlfriend. I’m pretty sure that the “between the scenes” footage of us would probably have been even MORE entertaining. ha!
Some phrases that crossed our lips BETWEEN takes , while shooting:
in no particular order…
Cason: “I should pinch your butt while filming, and we’ll see if anyone notices”
Me: “Why are you doing your flirty eyes at the camera while I’m talking?”
Cason: “Can’t we just film in our regular attire? Basketball shorts, pj pants and a baggy t-shirt? Why do we have to wear these fancy-people clothes?”
Me: “Hun, why are you talking like that? Just talk normal”
Cason: “Shell, you don’t have to smile the WHOLE time…jeesh”
Me: “Did you SERIOUSLY just say that Cason!?… Great, we’ll need to edit that part out.”
So… you get the idea. Some of us have been on camera before, and some of us haven’t. What’evs… either way, we survived. We may have looked like deer in the headlights at some points, and sounded a bit robotic, but… we did it! lol.
Our first episode, “Meet the Smiths” is up today over at My Craft Channel!
If you want to see how/why we started our blog, then head on over there and have a watch! Every Friday for the next couple of months My Craft Channel will be showing a new “House of Smiths” episode, so I’ll make sure to post a reminder on our Facebook page, so you can see those when they air too.
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Thanks for checkin’ us out!
Have a great weekend!
Unknown says
You guys are to cute. Can't wait to check it out!
Kari
Newlyweds on a Budget
Unknown says
I don't even have to see it and I already love it! Your "phrases between takes" AND the photo with the clapperboard are hilarious!! K, I'm gonna go watch now!
Abbey D. says
Very cool, Shelley! Your dad was so cute! I love that you got to incorporate him into that too. You guys are making things happen for yourselves and that's got to be rewarding! Cheers!!!
Katie {Sweet Rose Studio} says
Loved it you cutie patootie pants! Can't wait to watch and learn more about your DIY projects!
heather {WhipperBerry} says
SWAAAeeet!! Nice job you two and Dad!!
kisses
heather
Samantha says
shelley!!! i love the video – and your dad is precious!
i loved hearing your story too! i am a new reader…if you remember, i found you via pinterest when i was researching pantry re-org ideas. so i just found you in february. it was so nice to hear your story and *see* more of you guys. love the sweet story you shared!
and i totally agree – tucson is so hot. we have family there and i used to have to visit every summer when i was growing up. ugh!!! π
Unknown says
You guys are quickly becoming my favoriteβ¦.and LOVE My Craft Channelβ¦..thanks for sharing your awesomeness!
Tracy
silva says
Absolutely Fantastic!!!! Loved the video!! Love your blog and will continue to follow you on this new channel. Good Luck to you and your hard work is definitely paying off – congratulations!
Blanca says
I loved this video! You guys did such a wonderful job and so did your dad. π
Thank you so much for sharing your journey. Your awesome!
Warmly,
Blanca
silva says
Absolutely Fabulous!! Loved the video! So many people going through hard times, its nice to see people who remain optimistic!! Am already a follower of your blog and will follow your channel – your hard work is paying off, good luck and congratulations!!
Joe Logan says
Congratulations!! Looks like a lot of fun.
Can you please tell me what that gorgeous fabric is on the table? White background, yellow & grey pattern?
Thank you π
joe
Leanne says
You did a fantastic job. You two are so cute (and dad too). I like that you smiled the whole time. And I loved hearing your background story. I'm excited to watch the rest of them.
Bernice says
Just watched the show and loved it! congrats on all your success.
Bernice says
Just watched the episode and loved it! Congrats on all your success.
Pam says
It was great! Can't wait till next week!
The {Prince} Family says
That was so fun to "see" you guys in real life! and your dad was adorable!
LOVE HoS!
Anonymous says
Yal were great and your dad too!
The Bonjour Four says
Loved it!! Can't wait to watch more. Y'all are cute!
Jan says
Oh this is fantastic..I loved hearing you..thankyou so so much..and always thanks for blogging..I so love your work, your writing , your humour and your inspirational writing..(am down 30pounds with you) and great to hear Carson too of course….love from Adelaide Australia
Jan says
This is great.thankyou..love hearing you, seeing you, your writing, your humour, your style and your inspiration all brighten everyday..good onya..
love from Adelaide, Australia
Unknown says
Hi found you two weeks ago and have been on this site every chance I get. Great job on the craft channel; can't wait to see more.
Anonymous says
The three of you are a WONDERFUL addition to The Craft Channel! Cannot wait to see more of your episodes!
Ilona says
Great job! Can't wait to see all the episodes! π
Carol-Anne says
Love it! And the bit with your dad at the end is adorable! He's a natural!
Unknown says
I'm so excited for your show! Loved the first episode & excited for more!
Molly, Sweet Potato Shop says
This is seriously so cuuuuute! I had the wrong impression of where you came from too — very inspiring and amazing. I can't wait for more episodes!
Molly, Sweet Potato Shop says
This is seriously soooooo cute! I really didn't know what your story was and how you came to be "house of smiths". To be honest, I always assumed your husband must be making some good money and blah blah… but I was wrong! Your story is very inspirational! Thank you – I can't wait for more!
Holly @ abakershouse.com says
Congratulations! You must be so proud of yourselves. I've never checked out the Craft Channel but will have to do so now. How exciting for you!
Finding Pam says
Y'all are adorable. I hadn't heard your story, so I enjoyed it a lot. Keep up the great videos. Your Dad did great.
Farah says
Loved it! Your story is very sweet. Congrats on all the success, it is very well deserved. I am looking forward to seeing more episodes, especially the ones where your dad explains the tools! I am slowly getting my feet wet into DIY but am clueless about everything…
Vicki Wizniuk says
Great job, all of you. I found myself smiling through the whole video. You are all just so darned cute! Can't wait to see more. π
Miranda says
You two are great! So fun! Lokking forward to more videos of you two.
Jen says
i just watched your first episode and I LOVED it!! you both rock and inspire me…my wheel are churning!!!!
Betsy's Blossoms says
wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
good for you. what an amazing story you have. love you guys – wish you all the best. i will totally be watching. it is hard to put yourself out there in person and on camera – good for you both for being brave! you did GREAT!
congratulations!!!
Holly says
i LOVE this! I think videos from bloggers are steller! it gives those of us who haven't been lucky enough to meet you in person yet to get even more of an insight into who you are. Looking forward to all future vids.
Mela says
What a great video! I love your story. I have been a fan of your site for quite some time now. I didn't know you guys lived in AZ for a while. We are natives of AZ. We live in Buckeye (just west of Phx! :0) Love AZ but yes it is hot during the summer but the other 9 months make up for the summer time.
Unknown says
That was seriously so cute – I'm a new reader (found you through Pinterest and your awesome closet-mudroom!), and that video about your family's journey just made me a reader for life. What an awesome story! Plus, I already love your Dad π Go T-n-T!
Jenny says
You both are awesome on camera! I can't wait to meet you at Breathing Space!
Modern Modest Beauty
Reenie says
Y'all did a great job ~ too cute. And your dad is a natural in front of the camera too!! π
Snow Family says
So great! My mom works at The Craft Channel!!
Landscape of our Life says
That was really fun and cool to watch. I'm enjoyed hearing your story! Your family is beautiful and I can't wait to watch more "episodes" of House of Smith's!
Landscape of our Life says
That was really fun and cool to watch! I loved hearing your story. Your family is beautiful and I can't wait to watch more episodes of House of Smiths!
Christie says
You did so good! I love it! I would be so nervous to do anything like that. My sister was in your class at SNAP and said you gave a great, heartfelt story about your background. I think we both are a few of your greatest fans π Christie @ popsandpodge
Janell @ House of Fifty says
Fantastic, congratulations! You are making it happen, that is for sure! Janell
Kelli Lane says
So stinking cute (you, Cason and your dad!) I love it! Can't wait to see all of them! Congrats on making it "big time"! LOL! π
Nancy@owensolivia says
LOVE it! I really enjoyed the deleted commentary you provided. π
Bethany says
Loved it… can't wait to see more. You guys are such and inspiration….
kansasgirl1 says
Great video! I've followed your blog for quite a while. Now I guess I'll be keeping up with you on the Channel.
Emily says
I am so excited you are on My Craft Channel!!! I've been waiting FOR EVER π You guys did a great job!!! Thanks for all your posting!!!
Krystle dH says
Just wondering if that is fabric on the table and if it is, if you know what it is called. Great job btw!