Building a Grocery Store in My Basement Tour
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ส.ค. 2022
- By long-awaited request 🎉 I'm finally getting around to giving you the full tour of the growing grocery store in my basement! This is a large family food storage tour. Don't be scared 😊 I'm a mom of 9. I feed my large family of 11 all day, every day. We work from home, homeschool, and serve up about 84 meals and 60 snacks for 11 people a month (that's over 920 meal-time servings and over 660 snack servings a month!). I hope you enjoy today's building a grocery store in my basement tour! And here's my affiliate link to see the large Harvest Right Freezer Dryer affiliates.harvestright.com/1... that I have and learn how to freeze dry 2,500 pounds of fresh food per year (12-16 pounds per batch)!
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It doesn't matter what anyone else thinks about your way of doing things...if it works for your family, then it's good enough...
Yes and amen!🙏💙
I think she is amazing! Never seen anything like her stash, but I live on the other side of the world, with a small family and a very temperate climate, with no extremes of weather!
Never heard of canned chicken or apple sauce as a snack for kids, apple sauce where I live is accompanied to pork! I am learning, this is wonderful! What is a coffee creamer?
Agree!💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙
Well said. Always feel sad that she has to explain herself
I just love that now I know more of your story I can see how God has redeemed your life and is using you to be the mama for so many people. Not only your beautiful children, but I know I was drawn to your channel when looking for encouragement as a young mom far from my family. You have become this surrogate mother to so many people and modeled what it looks like to be a healthy nurturer for those of us that didn’t have that in our own moms. Not only that but now you are helping us feed our families and feeding your family too so that none of us have to go hungry of be without ❤️ . You are a picture of redemption and restoration. Thank you for sharing your story with us
Amen!
yes all of that!!
You said it perfectly.She is love.She is what God intends for us to be like.🥰
Ah, *tears* ❤️❤️❤️
Amen what a blessing
I see security. I find comfort in knowing my family is cared for no matter what craziness is going on in the world. Great job Mama!
We are only 2 ladies plus 1 dog. But we gathered what The Lord helped us to provide for. We often share with a local church community. Who have a Food and Loave pantry. Feeling blessed. Others could do this too. I don't understand with the way things are in this world. Why would not any one do this?
Jamerill, i bet the 10 year old you are just so sooo proud how far you've come, how much you achieved, what an amazing family yourself and Travis created, and the amount of love you shared. You did sooo good sweet Mama. Xx
I was going to comment similarly. The juxtaposition of 10 yr old and the current situation for her and her kids....night and day. The Lord is good!!!
Yes!!!!! I was thinking the same thing. Look at you now mamma!!!!!!LOOK AT YOU NOW!!!!! LOOK WHAT YOU'VE ACOMPLISHED AND HOW YOUR FAMILY THRIVES. KUDOS MAMMA!!!!!! YOU'RE SMASHING IT!!!
I also bet her Mom is incredibly proud of her, because honestly it’s not often those who have been through everything she has don’t come out the other side without incredible amounts of hard work! Which she has displayed in her life! She works so hard and is breaking the cycle of generational trauma
Love your pantry. Wish I had that but their only two of us here. My son and his Mother. Love your ideas and that your so organized
I remember in the beginning of the pandemic you talked about “ a year without the grocery store “. Everyone should have a pantry to fall back on. I was raised very poor and we always stocked up on garden foods in the summer and what we could find at the store to stock up on year round. Great job Jammerril!
Jamerrill , is awesome! I started watching her years ago. In her older country home. I learned so much from her. My children are grown but I high recommend young momma’s watch her videos. And still older moms like me can learn a lot too. God has blessed her family. I pray they continue to be blessed. She is Such a genuine caring person. What a blessing it is to watch her videos. Leslye
Growing up through many lean times I appreciate a well stocked pantry and full deep freezer. Never hoarding but a great peace of mind with that security of having plenty of food, paper and cleaning products. Great job!!
Yes and Amen 🤗🙂. I appreciate one as well.
I bought quite a few large bags of baking soda and buy extra vinegar everytime I go to Costco. I have allergies to cleaning products so I had to investigate natural options. Found that it is not only economical but a great idea in these times
My sister has 11 children the youngest now 16. When i first saw her pantry my mouth hit the floor. When she pointed out that she had 11 children, i have three, it all makes sense. It’s a lot of work raising that many little humans! She home schooled, too. God bless, you all!
I can imagine how much this means to you after hearing the story of your childhood. I never went hungry growing up but we were close sometimes. I have kept a pantry since Y2K and it has been invaluable many times. God bless you💜💜💜
I was thinking the same thing. We keep our coffee beans in the freezer. They can get rancid.I hope seeing your children safe and never in want helps heal your heart break.
AMEN
I’m the same way, we were so poor as kids, never had much food, but my parents always tried their best. It was hard time childhood. Now that I’m older, my household always stocked food, I’m so grateful. It does make us weird with food I guess growing up starving all the time
I have a whole new respect for you Jamerill. Always loved you, but knowing your story now makes me realise just how special you are as a mother. You make sure your kids do not go hungry. God bless you. x
To know that your children will never have the situation you had is a blessing. The grace you’ve shown your Mom is beyond blessed. And Travis is a great Dad. You go J!!!!
Oh my goodness, nobody should EVER feel the need to defend their food stock/storage for their family, that's called smart...blessed...& aware of it, thank you very much. Actually, my own pantry looks quite similar~ & we're down to 2 of us! Coming from 30+ yrs of feeding anywhere from 4 to 40 humans at any given time, it's just something we've always done. I have pared it down some, usually by going through & gathering donation boxes for whoever may have a need, church pantry, shelters, etc. Regardless of how much I am blessed to be able to buy, there will ALWAYS be someone who can & will make use of it.
*Well, there you go~ just reached the point in the video where you said the very same thing.=) God is good.
I feel the same. I’ve been seeing all the mamas of large families have to defend their purchases & preparations. Some viewers will always complain & be condescending towards these families. I say, don’t approve ??? Don’t watch. And keep rude & negative opinions to yourself. 😊
It’s way too easy for people to be bullies online.
People really don't understand how many cans it takes to make a meal with a couple servings of leftovers for a large family. I've only had 4 kids at home for the past few years, but near the beginning of the plandemic shut downs I was at Costco and I added two cases of tomato sauce and two cases of diced tomatoes to my cart. I was given MAJOR stink face by a woman who happened to be in the same aisle. I know she thought I was hoarding, but that's just what my family needs for about 4 meals of chili or spaghetti with homemade sauce! Thanks for breaking it down for people.
The four kids I have at home are all girls. You'd better believe I have a stockpile of toilet paper! Again, that's not hoarding, it's being wise and prepared for things that may or may not come - like random toilet paper shortages. I didn't need to buy any until things eased up, and I was even able to share with neighbors. It relieved a lot of stress! I consider it being like Joseph of Egypt during the seven years of plenty. You should try the Sam's Club brand. I much prefer it over the Costco stuff. 🙂
Thanks for being you and sharing so openly.
AMEN
I found the can restrictions difficult feeding vegetarians. What a ride it's been
Watching your recent video it is crystal clear why you work so hard to make sure that there is a plan for meals and those plans are a priority. It seems that the lack of care you received created this desire to love your family through acts of service. You’ve done a remarkable job of using your pain to be a blessing.
I just have my husband and me but raised a family of 7 and your pantry looks like mine because now I allow my kids to grocery shop here if they get low before payday. Now that I know your story i so understand this better. I'm so proud of you!
we do the same thing with our children!
It makes me still feel needed it's hard to go from a house full to just two. Now my house is full up with grandbabies they love to come to Nonnies house.
What a wonderful idea ♥️
I'm new to your channel. Dang Girl you're organized!! My teenage grandkids call my basement "Grandma's Grocery Store". I'm just glad they know it's for them and if they have friends that need food, please bring them.
love this❤️
My Nana and Papa (Mom’s parents) always had a pantry in there laundry room. We affectionately called it “The Store”. I now have my own now that they’re gone and my brother affectionately calls it “The Store”. When we were kids we were grateful for it because we always knew that when we went to their house we would have food there, even if we didn’t at home.
Thank you for showing your subscribers how you try to stock up for a large family! Normalize prepping and homesteading!
I’m a college student with no family or kids, still love these videos 😄 Love to watch these especially at night #weirdobsession
Jamerrill, You may not know how your cheerful spirit has touched all of us out here in YT land. Thank you for ALL you do for us all!!! You give us courage to press forward and do more and do better. I’ve always been taught to prepare from a young age. Preparedness has allowed me and NG family to open our doors during hurricanes and floods and whatever is thrown at us. Sooo many precious experiences my family and I have had in the service of others during their hour of need. I’ll gladly give them my plate of food and eat ramen….no problem. Your testimony of survival has encouraged me to do more and be more aware of those less fortunate. Hugs!!!
I'm in love with your pantry. I've started to make a area in my home for my husband and I to have a small pantry. I just love it. We live 25 minutes from a store so to have extras on hand is so nice. When my frig freezer is to full to add more I remind myself how blessed I am. Your last video of your childhood touch my heart. It brought back many memories of my childhood. You truly deserve what you have worked so hard for. Bless you and your family.
You don’t need to justify to people what you got in you’re pantry, you work hard to provide for you’re family, tbh you are wise because you’ve got a lot of mouths to feed & with the food prices skyrocketing & the cold or snowy weather, you’ll always be prepared, I love watching your videos ❤
Jamerill I watched your last long video of your childhood. Touch me in so many ways. We both have alot in common. I can so relate to you. I have many battle wounds from my childhood and I do believe it shaped who we are today. I have a hugh pantry too. Food was very hard to have as a child. Now, I will never or my children and grandchildren will never do without. I think I know where you are in life. If you ever wanna talk, I'm here friend ❤️
An easy way to take notes on what you need to order is either snap a pic w/your phone or keep a clipboard with a pen attached. Great tips and organization!!!
Pro stocking tip (for at home) For items that don’t stack well, your applesauce for example, use a sturdy piece of cardboard or lightweight piece of wood to sit on top of your bottom layer which will allow you to take advantage of more vertical space which will make room for something else horizontally.
Please do not ever feel that you have to make excuses for what you do or how you do it. Your amazing, you’ve turned your life around and are such a great provider and wonderful example for all of us.
I have watched several people's pantry tours but yours is the nicest and most complete that I have seen. I stockpile for my family of three adults and I feel good when I look at it. Great job!
I loved watching this, it was so much fun! With the size of your family, I am surprised it's not bigger! You are such a wonderful human being with what you do for your community, there needs to be more like you in this world. When I see all these supplies, I think of all the cooking and feeding and storing and shopping and dishes and everything going into it! I can't wait to see the Mega Mama kitchen done and watch you organize it! You deserve every inch of it!! It is a mega dream kitchen!! Enjoy it You are such a special person your heart is so huge! Like I said before, anyone would be blessed to have you as a bestie! You are so real!! OXOX
Well remember I also have several full freezers and refrigerators, plus food bucket storage it working on the freeze dried storage. So all in all I don’t think it’s quite a years worth but trying to get to that point and continue to rotate after that. Thank you for watching and all your kind words! ❤️❤️❤️
@@JamerrillStewart That's right... forgot about the freezers! I can't wait to see your canning!! You are very welcome!!
I love your basement pantry! I saw love, effort, time, sacrifice, planning, generosity and peace in that pantry that you & Travis created for your family. 💕
Many times I didn’t know where that next meal was coming from.. I too hv a “Store room” my family will not go without..
You’ve done Amazing Jamerill! God definitely turned your ashes into something beautiful ❤️ Good job mama!
I just don't know why but when Jamerrill finds good deals for her family, I feel happy like a child in a candy store😍🌺
Idk how I missed this video a few weeks ago. This is amazing! I mean so impressive! You guys are prepared for anything. And you and Travis are teaching your kiddos the importance of being prepared for the lean times (because they WILL happen) and stocking up when you can afford it. I just love this.
You are amazing. This is exactly what we need to do with 9 children. I need to find a space and make it a priority xx
Remember you can also store foods under beds. I’ve also done that at my other houses. This house happens to have the perfect storage room for it. But there are ways to do it even if you don’t have a dedicated room. ❤️❤️❤️
@@JamerrillStewart Thank you. That's a great idea to get started as at the moment we don't have the space for a dedicated area xx
Declutter a closet! We need food more than old clothes we won’t ever wear again! Start with his closet!😉🤭
Clean out some closets! You will be mighty glad you did..
@@robinwallace9655 That sounds like a fab idea and the perfect space. Xx 😄😁
I agree, I've always thought how horrible it is that they don't have home economics classes in schools anymore when right now we especially need them.
So many people have not been taught the basics. The thought crossed my mind the other day how wonderful utube videos from all these mommas, like Jammerel are shaping our younger generation. It's awesome!
~Tammy
Really! Basic cooking skills should be taught in a life skills classes beginning in middle school through high school.
They have them. They're usually incredibly expensive for what you learn though unfortunately.
You are a true inspiration to many people you and travis do an amazing job being mom and dad to those precious children x
I believe home economics classes are a very important part of teens learning what it takes to be able to get married and know what to do in learning to grocery shop and have a basic pantry and all that goes on in a couples life starting up a home and running it ! Also I wish my school had prepared us kids even more like saving your money and more economical side of starting out and the economics side of running a home . Blessings💕
I hate that you have to give disclaimers and people can't have an open mind what it's like to have a big family. You are a blessing and even though it's me and hubs.i love to watch your videos. I don't know how u do it all sister. Sending love 💕
The most important thing you said in this video was, "It works for me." Critics need to understand that they should do what works for them, not what works for you! YOU are the only one who needs to use your pantry, so it is only important that it works for you!
So glad to see you and Our Tribe of Many (families with many children) keeping a big pantry! I've been growing my pantries for over 12 yrs and love it.
It’s so nice knowing that if you don’t have grocery money way one week you always have a stash to pull from. Even though I don’t have a duly stocked pantry I stashed away a few things here and there that have come in handy this week where we haven’t been able to go grocery shopping. My husband is a Pastor and money is tight on that income with soon to be 6 kids but God provides in the most amazing of ways.
Please don’t apologize for what food you have and feed your family. They are all growing and healthy. With all you have to do with your family and working why put the pressure on yourself to can food? You can’t spread yourself but so thin. Enjoy your family feed them what you o can afford to buy at the store. Hope I didn’t come over to strong but I have been there and wish I choose to do life differently. My children are grown and I missed so much by trying to do to much.
Yes! We call our basement pantry room the General Store. ❤️ I have a bedroom size room stocked like your shelves. I grind my wheat berries for bread and I'm always working on rotating and organizing my pantry. I have 5 kids and want a back stock of a minimum of 6 months worth. I love having my General Store! So so so so many trips to the store has been saved for items. Plus, having food insurance when you have so many mouths to feed is simply using wisdom. Keep going mama!
How does everyone keep track of what you have? I don’t have no where this amount. I have way less people to be responsible for but get overwhelmed.
With what you have been through, you sure are an amazing woman!!! Very strong and a loving person!! Be safe!!
Just a tip - leaned from a bad experience: don't store bleach bottles above any item. Store it on the floor with a plastic liner under it, because it will eat through the plastic bottle and ruin any food or other items underneath. I had some bleach in the linen closet I had forgotten about, and when I found it, it had eaten through my laminate flooring! 😱
After watching your video the other day I just want to say I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!! Imagine how little girl Jamerrill would feel, knowing she was going to grow up to be so smart and hardworking, and have the space and money to keep feeding herself, and her kids, AND HER MAMA! Not to mention a whole business helping other people get fed too. I love it.
Oh not to mention Travis who I bet little Jamerill couldn't have even dreamed up :)
Your little store is absolutely awesome and as far as Ramen judgment, no worries I just discovered ramen about 3 years ago and I have a cup a day 😀. I am disabled and it's easy-to-use and calms the growling belly. I just found your channel it's so interesting to me. It is just my husband and I in the house and we are both broken but I find your channel very enjoyable.
Just the thought of opening all those cans when making a meal is giving me hand cramps! You ROCK!💜
Love watching these videos , and it's such a blessing that you are able to share it with the less fortunate . 🙏💙
I love how organized everything is.
I built a mini stock pile store in my basement over a decade ago and it's been so so helpful... added a huge deep chest freezer a few years back (saved up from my little cake orders and bought myself which felt nice) hubby has loved the hard work I've put into it
Hooray for your family♥️Satisfying,comforting and responsible♥️
I, like you, require food security to feel that all is right with my world. God bless you and your family ❤️
That's so cool..I have to tell you a mouse got in my house and just wreaked havoc. I don't have a pantry I have one cuboard I I keep most pasta and cereal...in a few days it ripped open so many packages. So storing my food now will be a challenge. No more bags of croutons in the cuboard. I want to put it out there so everyone thinks twice before putting food on their shelfs. I do store alot in glass. Beautiful kitchen you deserve that.
I am so proud of you and Travis for taking charge and providing for your family! You have learned so much over the years and it's made a huge difference in your families lives. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.
This is a beautiful sight. I love your in home grocery store
I luv how u have everything so organized to feed ur large family
Momma always taking care of her kids. Lots of love in your home.
As someone who used their last roll paper towels yesterday, and our cat puked on the floor this morning... I need to get better at this. 😅
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This pantry reminds me of the little Mom and Pop corner grocery stores I grew up around. It was usually a large house front room that was converted into a little store. There was always a glass display case for penny candy too.
Thank you so much for sharing your stories of growing up. I feel like I understand you more. ❤️
That was great young lady, it is a joy watching you and your lovely family 🙏🏽
We have done the exact same thing. Love this! Stack those shelves, baby!
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Same here!
Your pantry is absolutely magnificent!!! 👏👏👏Thank U 4 sharing!!!🤗
Bless ur heart for being such a caring and giving person...donating to these folks who really need it
We’ve lived on a homestead for 46 years. We’re at the end of a dirt road on 125 acres. I’ve always had a big pantry. I shop every 6-8 weeks. I don’t like leaving my paradise.
That's one amazing food storage! I love having lots of food and groceries in my house at all times too. Makes me feel secure and prepared especially after going through the pandemic. Keep up the good work! xx
I love that you share all your tips it really does help keep me organized. I like to have a stock of items its a comfort really especially since 2020 & now with rising prices its great to stock when items are on sale.
TY for this tour of your beautiful pantry - so well thought out - AWESOME! You take such superb care of your family, and it's such a pleasure to see how you manage things.
This is absolutely fantastic! You have done a great job! It’s a good way to know what you have and what you need! Your life is only getting better every day!!
We have a "grocery store" in our garage and a houseguest staying with us has created a spreadsheet for all items and posted lists to mark off when we use something, so I can easily glance and see what needs to be purchased. It has been amazing! I love keeping things on hand to do large batch cooking and in case of emergency on hand. It also makes it easy for my adult children who are in college or their friends to come shop my garage for things they need. I also have clients that often are in need of things to help ends meet that I shop for them as well. I love seeing other home "grocery stores". Good job momma!
Great job preparing and stocking up for your family! ❤️☺️
Wow you have done a great job saving for your family
I love hearing all the little feet running back and forth playing, reminds me of my own kids.
Watching this gave me some calm during a very stressful time so thank you ☺️☺️☺️
I loved this video! It's only my two kids and I, but I also keep a small family grocery store! It's nice to see some other ideas to implement in mine!!
Loved seeing your basement grocery store. We have turned an extra bedroom into a large pantry. It really helps when you have a space so you can see what you have. Awesome video. Excited about your Mega Momma kitchen also. Jamerrill you are such a blessing
What a blessing your basement is to your family 👪 ❤️
you are an inspiration to us all. thank you for sharing with everyone.
Nice stock up storage for your new mega kitchen! I love keeping a stock of regularly used items on hand. It sure makes sense even more now days.
You are so very organized it blows my mind. Enjoy ALL YOUR VIDEOS so so much!!! Thanks for everything. God bless always,
Thank you for sharing your food storage pantry. You are such an encouragement to so many God Bless you!
Suggestion...perhaps put a white erase board in basement pantry and when you see a product(s) low write it down immediately , then when shopping days you can save time by taking a phone picture of white board and wha-la a grocery list to use at store...just a time saving idea.
You my dear have just changed my life 😍😍😍
@@JamerrillStewart there are magnetic chalk or whiteboards for your fridge/freezers too
Thank you for the wonderful share here! It says to do like the aunt does and put away for the winter in the Bible! This is really amazing and with such a big family, they have the best mom that they could ever want looking out for them! Accolades to Travis too for the beautiful shelving he set up to help you maintain a wonderful household for your children. It is awesome how the two of you work together to make everything work for good!
Pantry envy!! Thanks for the ideas and encouragement! Bless you and all your people ❤️
I love it all... so much fun looking at other people's pantries!
Just found your channel and I love your family store. We are only a family of 3 but I am working on my store! It is so nice to have the food security a large stockpile brings!
Love your pantry!! It’s awesome. I was very touched by your recent video and I imagine it was very hard to film. You are so brave and I admire you a lot. Many blessings to you Jamerrill and to your precious family. You are a gift from God to those children.
That is a really nice organized area for your hauls. With a big family you have to stay stocked and ready, love this!
Lady, you make me smile! Thank you so much. Always an inspiration and an encouragement to me.
This type of back stock is especially helpful when you already have beef and chicken stocked and you can just shop your pantry for everything except fresh items!! We do this with only a family of four and have and will continue to for years to come. 😘
Lots of love to you and your lovely family Jamerill all the way from Ireland xx
Another Irish viewer here sending you lots of love.xx
You have a fabulous and fantastic way of storing and stocking!! You are very blessed!!
I love your extra storage and freeze dry kitchen, too!! It’s AWESOME! ❤️
I am in AWE!! You are a Mega Momma Professional!! Absolutely awesome. How completely blessed your family is. I am inspired.
Jamerril no judgement here, just admiration for the basement pantry. Wishing I had a set up like yours.
But in Texas we don't have basements and I am envious of those who do.🤩 I didn't grow up with a harsh childhood as you, but I do remember dinners for a family of 5 as beans and cornbread. We didn't have much but we weren't hungry either.
You have overcome and exceeded your hard childhood and flourished as an adult and mother. I've seen your shopping videos for the women in shelters and ones who are starting over. You are an amazing woman and never forget that. You are a pillar in your community. Bravo 👏👏👏
Congratulations ❤️❤️❤️
After listening to your story I can understand why your pantry gives
You such joy 😊
Nice to see what other large families are doing with storage of their food and such
I just found your channel this summer, and I’m so glad I did. You are an inspiration to me and I’m sure to thousands of other mamas on days where we think we can’t do it, you show us that we can! Thanks for being a wonderful example of a loving, Christian mother!
I keep my pasta in a see through tote and my dry goods that could draw moisture,like baking soda,salt . I came home one day and when I opened my basement door it was like a sauna,went downstairs and my water heater had emptied!!! That’s when I changed a few things! Yours looks great 😊 not have to worry about getting out in bad weather. I donate to food pantry when it looks like something not being used fast enough 😊
I LOVE UR GROCERY STORE!!! Ur not only inspiration to us all! Thank u so much for sharing! God Bless u and ur family!
God bless you and yours. You’ve come a long way and are truly an inspiration for us all. Thank you for sharing. 🙏🏻
I love how u take care of your family. Some people might think it’s extreme - but as one who grew up not having food like u talked about - I have a tendency to also overstock my pantry. And I’m glad to do it. Not saying u r overstocked I’m just saying u r doing a great job!