In this episode, Swag builds the Supporters Hall, where paid members’ signs and blocks will go. Don’t remember how this system of rewards in my public Minecraft worlds works? Check out Signs, Blocks, and You – The Update here or search for the post on Swagnilla Ice where your paid membership can get you into this hall and begin your journey of support!
As the calendar turns to 2026, there is always a familiar sense of a clean slate. For me, this year is about finding renewal in what I build and how I live.
First, I have a major update for the fans of my gaming series, Creative Engineering. After a lot of work behind the scenes, the Creative Engineering Season One modpack is officially available for public download. You can find the link right here on the blog (under My Downloads). I am excited to see what you all build with these tools, especially since I am already preparing for the future—the next pack will be its own world and not in this one, so now is the perfect time to dive into this version.
On a more personal note, I am making a change to how I handle my time, my budget, and my health. I’ve recently received a diagnosis of minor arthritis in my knee and some slightly elevated cholesterol. It means a few more meds, but it also means I need to be more intentional. I have officially decided to give up on ordering in via delivery apps. To tighten my purse strings and ensure I am actually staying active and enjoying the experience of food someone else has cooked, I am restricting my dining out to a specific ritual.
I will only be going out to eat after Mass on Saturday or Sunday when I attend in person. As long as I am not sick and the weather isn’t too cold to make the trip, that will be my time to sit down and appreciate a fresh meal. It is about reclaiming the experience and making it a deliberate choice rather than a habit of convenience.
Whether you are downloading the new pack to start your own engineering journey or making your own small shifts in daily habits, I hope this year brings you a sense of fresh momentum.
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It’s been one year of Creative Engineering on YouTube! Before taking a two-week hiatus for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, Swag gives an extensive tour of his Minecraft world. See all the progress and changes the gaming series has made to the flat world, and get a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2026!
In this episode of Creative Engineering, Swag builds a magnificent library in the style of a classic Greek Temple! Inside this beautiful structure, he installs the powerful Advanced Enchanting Infuser, surrounds it with the perfect number of bookshelves for max enchanting power, and includes plenty of chiselled bookshelves for storing enchanted books that he’ll fish up in a future episode.
Don’t forget to submit your questions for the Q&A segment where we’ll be celebrating one year of Creative Engineering together! Post your question in the YouTube comments, use the contact form, or submit it in a blog comment (Swagnilla Ice membership required – no payment needed for a Peasant membership). All submissions must be received by Friday, December 12th at 3 pm MST.
In this thrilling episode of Creative Engineering, Swag takes his builds to the next level by upgrading his tools and acquiring a Netherite Jetpack and an Extendo-Grip from Create. Watch as he showcases the incredible possibilities these new additions bring to his Minecraft creations. Don’t miss the next episode for more amazing builds and innovative ideas in this exciting series!
🔥 The Netherite Factory is FINISHED! In this episode of Creative Engineering, I put the finishing touches on the ultimate automation project: turning Netherite Fragments into full Ingots! Watch as I use a powerful combination of Create, Integrated Dynamics, and Functional Storage to make the process seamless and completely automatic.
Kingdom News! To celebrate the launch, I’m running a special, ONCE-A-YEAR sale for the first month on the paid Swagnilla Ice membership tiers! This is the only sale I run all year, and it starts this Friday! Keep an eye on the blog for the official announcement post and use code: BlackFridayCyberMonday to join the kingdom at a discount!
In this episode of Creative Engineering, Swag sets up two crushing lines for tuff and blackstone to gather the essential resources needed for the Netherite factory. Additionally, he performs some crucial upgrades to storage systems to prevent item overflow. Join him in the next episode as he completes the Netherite factory, producing that end-game material for the best gear and upgrades in the pack. Plus, get a sneak peek at the blocks for any future two-year anniversary celebrations for paid members before the season ends!
In this episode of Creative Engineering, Swag delivers on his promise from the previous episode by constructing a dairy and bakery combo factory. He automates the production of soymilk, soymilk bottles, sweet bread, flour, dough, and raw pasta, expanding his culinary options in the kitchen. Join Swag as he demonstrates how Create can make Farmer’s Delight easier and more enjoyable to play!
In this Creative Engineering episode, Swag guides you through every step needed to create a portable crafting grid in Integrated Dynamics! From obtaining chorus fruit to linking the portable crafting grid to the network, you’ll learn how to set it up in your own world (perfect for players using this or a similar pack)! Stay tuned for the next episode, where things get tasty as Swag builds a dairy/bakery!
n this episode of Creative Engineering, Swag completes the automation of the sheet factory. He demonstrates how to craft crushing wheels essential for producing powdered obsidian. Swag then sets up on-demand production for powdered obsidian and showcases six different types of sheets available in the modpack. One sheet remains elusive as Swag hasn’t yet crafted the necessary alloy. To wrap up, Swag troubleshoots network issues and promises to finish the building off-camera between episodes.