VAN TOUR | WOMAN BUILDS DIY SPRINTER FOR VAN LIFE
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- Опубліковано 21 вер 2024
- Join us on a tour of Logan's 2006 Dodge Sprinter van which she converted into a custom tiny home on wheels, with the goal to save money for life and spend more time outside.
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This van build is a DIY conversion and features a big kitchen, oven + stove combo, composting toilet, full-sized bed, a custom paint job, and a full off-grid solar set up. This van house was designed with the intention of long-range travel and fulltime living, it can marathon on the roads and survive off-road as well.
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VAN TOUR | WOMAN BUILDS VAN LIFE HOME - DIY SELF CONVERTED SPRINTER VAN
Filmed on location in Ontario, Canada
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Hey guys! Hope you loved this van tour of Logan's home!! let us know in the comments what else you'd like to see on our channel.
This is Wild how long is this van? In feet
Hey Zayvier, 22ft from head to toe, and 14ft of living space. 2006 158” T1N Sprinter
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@john whitesnake nah ladies farts smell like perfume.....
@john whitesnake really!! What are you, 10 years old🙄
i have been binging on van tours on you tube for well over a year. Your design and organization is my favorite by far. Brilliant. You've done a terrific job planning and constructing and decorating your lovely home on wheels
My goodness Sally, that is so kind and appreciated! Seriously!!! So glad you found it useful. :D
Finally, a vanlifer who talks about taking care of the vehicle's engine before anything else.
ahaha thanks Jacqueline. Its super important....without it we cant go anywhere :)
Exactly 💯
Very true, I think lots don't know how to, that's the most important part of the van , wiithout maintaining the engine , the van will be useless lol most iMP part!!
This is common sense
I love the sweater pillows hack1. NICE ONE! enjoy.
This is the most efficient & creative van build I’ve ever seen
Thanks Brianna! Very kind of you
best best van build ever. ive been watchingthese for a few years. this is so well organied and so homey love it. i wouldn't change anything
Great van build!! Building a van with my wife was the start to the greatest journey of our lives!! Can't wait to see all the great content from this channel!
Totally love your van.... My husband and I are considering getting a camper and making a move... Life is to short to not live your dreams... My dream is to travel with my husband and two dogs😍😊
Awesome dream! We say try it!! Thanks Jolan
Do it !!!
My dream too, just no husband.
Can't wait
Mine too except we uave our youngest for few more years until she graduates HS and then however many cats we have left by then, they're coming with us 😻
You can do it!
im impressed she is a very smart young lady. Great common sense and no drama. awesome sense of style in her decorating too.
oh i love the pillow "storage" idea, never seen anyone do that 👍
love the sitting area lay out too
Thanks Suie! We have a brand new video on vanlife hacks that goes more into depth about the pillow idea! Glad you liked it
A German couple even puts the whole bed's stuff into a "hanging pillow cover" (like a bag) over day, to create a comfortable and good looking big pillow for the back, for sitting, watching TV or reading.
@@ooops372 lol im thinking of doing that to my daybed/guestbed/couch then theres always bedding ready
So nice to see a young woman start the tour with knowing what the engine needs
Ahahah appreciate that!!
Bungee cords for inside the cupboards so stuff wont fall on you when you open them. Love the set up, very homey.
I love your open storage that you have on the inside under your bed & the 2 storage boxes on the side of the bed. For such a small place you have alot if storage. The curtains with marine buttons is a great. 💘 the family memorabilia. Best wishes on your van life.
Thanks for your great comment :)
safety warning - mount the fire extinguisher within reach of the drivers area and have another mount close to your bed. A smoke detector may not be a bad idea either.
Great idea- mounting the fire extinguisher in 2 places!! Thank you for that :) smoke detector is in the mail as we speak!
@@Snowstead also I would think the carbon monoxide detector should be on the outside of the cabinet, not inside of it.
Smoke detectors with CO detectors are also available.
And take it out of the cardboard box first!!
RULE: a fire extinguisher by every door!
Fantastic! Makes me wish I wasn't 90, but I am. Our family went from tenting to class A motor home in 50+ years, and all four of our children loved it.
That is awesome! Great memories I bet!
I love love love the little space right under the bed. Such a nice open feeling and accessible too.
Glad you liked it :) We agree about the space under the bed
For the light switch in the cabinet: Command strips can be your best friend. If it doesn't work in one spot, you can remove it with no problem and put one up elsewhere. They have some that support up to 7 lbs, so they might work for the kettle too.
Awersome idea!!! -thanks :)
I have been looking at a lot of van conversions lately and yours is my favorite! The van itself is open and airy, and the design is perfect. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much! Very kind of you! Glad you liked it :)
OMG Love the sweater stuffed throw pillows. Laterally the BEST thing I saw in a Van Video.
Haha thanks Monica! Happy you found it useful :)
another thing you can do is get a body pillow case and use it for big blankets jackets --any thing bulky and use it for a "headboard"or on bedside shelf
"Laterally".
Because you can also throw them sideways :-)
You and Your Dad did a real good job :) Also filming and your speaking had a very good flow to it , just the right amount of explaining the build, the systems, why its like that and how it is used, what you might change and basic cost of some products. Hey and Like the Puppy dog . Lee > TennesseeUSA. Keep up the good work
Thanks Lee. Glad you enjoyed it! We plan on doing another video about cost if you're interested in seeing it, keep an eye out :)
Hi Logan, I forgot to mention the pillow cover for sweaters, I have extra blankets and extra sheets and towels in all of my extra throw pillows as well as the ones for the back of my couch which is a fold out bed. When I changed out the cushions for the couch I change the width of the bed so I didn't have to let out the couch to have my bed. The table also let down for a bed as well. Over the cab is another bed that pulls down. So it would sleep 6. We put new carpet,new cushions,recovered the tabletop and counter top. We love the old girl as she is the 73 model Winnebago. She is a beast! Those were the days when they built things to last! It does look like she needs to be painted with peace signs and daisies! Again safe travels to you and yours!
Love how knowledge she is about her van totally love her video
She beams intelligence and smart.
thank you Lola...that means a lot
and thank you Virginia :) xx
Love all of the different pull tabs you have. Great idea and nice build.
Thank you! Cheers!
Even though it’s a build not done by a professional I absolutely LOVE it!!!!! One of the very best I’ve seen. Great job😁
Thanks Robin. Very appreciated!
Really great build! Looks so comfy and logically well thought out.
Thanks so much!
You are a smart , sweet, charming girl. It really shows in your van.
It is well organized, efficient, and charming. It felt like a real home.
Live your life well. Peace and love
I know you were concerned about your budget but the hacks you came up with were outstanding. Loved the fan hack and I am glad you were about to share that. .All of the textiles were great. pillows, tiles , black out curtain, bed spread. the stickers on the cupboard doors added a bit of a 'pop' to the interior.. You should do a video on the toilet. I especially liked your dish drainer, crazy. Enjoy your travels and stay safe.
I actually did the same with my pillows in a small apartment. In the winter I switched out the sweaters with t-shirts.
Awesome! Its a super helpful little storage tip :)
I absolutely love the sweater /pillow hack ! BRILLIANT IDEA !
Wow i watch van builds alot on you tube and this makes the 2nd best ive ever seen
Wowza..thats super humbling to hear....glad you liked the build Robert!
Well, Logan, this one of the Very Best van build-outs I have ever seen.
Very Well thought out and Very Well executed. Respect.
Your enthusiasm is contagious! You go!
Thank you for your support !! :)
Like how you have things simple and tidy. Love all the windows.
Beautiful!!!! Maybe taking the fire extinguisher out of the box would be best for readily available use if need be...hopefully, never need👍
100% agree with you! Already done :)
Also suggest you mount that extinguisher by the sliding door. If you have a stove or oven fire, you won’t want to be rummaging around in a cupboard right next to that appliance. You’ll want to be out of the van, dealing with the fire from there.
@@Snowstead A fire blanket near the stove for cooking (fat) fires is also a good idea.
I've watched countless van life videos and this is the first one I've ever seen of a dodge sprinter. Didnt even know these existed til this vid lol
Very nice design and layout. As a DIY-er myself I can appreciate all the work and love you put into your home
Glad you liked it! Yeah, they're a labor of love arent they? Thanks for the support!
Wonderful van! You are learning so much and inspiring many by your sensible approach and priorities! I like the seating for 3 with the extending table, well done!
Thanks so much! glad to help!
Talking about mould ... have you got vent holes for your mattress to 'breathe' routered into your bedbaseboard ? If the mattress is just lying on the ply board with no holes for air to circulate YOU WILL END UP WITH MOULD GROWING as your body releases moisture as you sleep. I notice newbie van lifers in colder countries often don't realise how much they 'sweat' when sleeping as it is counterintuitive. By the time you notice mould (it could take 3-4 months or even longer) you will have to throw out the mattress and cut out the affected part of the ply baseboard. You will not avoid it unless you 'air' your mattress on its side (stripped of bedding) each day for hours ... which doesn't look like you have the space and would be a major pain and aesthetic nightmare inside your lovely tidy van ... plus you would lose a lot of living space (unable to chill on the bed during the day).
I wouldn't wait too long before you router good sized holes (2cm at least in a pattern roughly where your body mass sleeps on the mattress ... not drill holes)
There is another full time van life couple who discovered exactly this problem - You Tube "Trent and Allie ... mould problem " - and you will see a graphic illustration of the extent of their mould and what they did to get rid of it (a big headache). It has NOTHING to do with what climate you are in. Hot and humid or frozen Canadian winters ... you will inevitably and inexorably get hideous black mould without good air circulation under your mattress. You don't have to worry about a fan or heater circulating the air under though you have the original heat/air system near the back ... maybe your dad could get a hose sorted to vent under your garage area as this would increase the efficiency of the air circulating under your bedboard and therefore able to 'air' your mattress better ... just get the holes done. If not ... just the holes will do the trick.
The problem is by the time you actually spot the mould ... it will be too late as the spores will be all through your lovely mattress and ingrained into the plywood. Obviously in a small space it is very unhealthy to be hatching a spore factory in your mattress !
Your van is lovely ... it would be such a hassle to have to cut out and replace the ply and throw your mattress out. Get onto it !
Regards from someone who has dealt with disgusting black mould before and it is a bitch. Bleach just leaches the colour from the spores and makes it look like they have gone ... it doesn't actually get rid of it ... so the solution to rid the areas from mould has to be radical surgery.
someone used a marine plastic type thing that is made to create air flow. she slides under the mattress.
Liz Steeds Thanks for taking the time to explain.. Im learning as Im saving and preparing to get a van... again thanks!
You can also buy concrete subfloor, like diamond grid.. it's like a grid mat, to lay under your mattress. Or, a more natural solution is the japanese rush grass bed mats. Less labor intensive than drilling holes. 😉💜
So you drill into the mattress to what should I drill into? Ty
@@somethinggood9267 No ... definitely not.
You drill into the bedbase (plywood) that the mattress sits on. You need to take the mattress off completely before you start drilling (routering) the holes. The holes need to be at least 2cm wide and in a pattern that matches where your body lays on top of the mattress ... not including the legs and arms ... just the torso. Did you Google the You Tube van life couple Trent and Allie who had a mould problem and fixed it doing what you need to do ? You are being preventative, unlike them ... these two were ignorant to the woes of black mould and the importance of air circulation around ALL of the mattress and had to cut out their bedbase and throw away the mattress as the mould was so pervasive.
DO NOT DRILL HOLES IN YOUR MATTRESS.
I’m loving your curtains that separate the cab, beautifully done! Everything about your layout is so well thought-out. Excellent van tour, you’re a pleasure to watch, and you have such gorgeous hair.
Hi Logan, really like your van and all the things you have done to make it your home. Like the bit of crafty wiring by dad on the fan. And i like your style, three way switch for the lighting so you '...don't need to get out of bed and go all the way to the front of the van...' to switch the lights off! Thanks for sharing. Stay safe and keep up the good work. 👍🖖😎🐶🦴
Thanks so much for taking the time to tell us what you like about the van! It means a lot!!
@@Snowstead really well thought out build :) I especially liked the contained vented toilet, and seating/dinning area. I've watched alot of van convertions and tours, this is definitely one of the best I've seen. Awesome job
Corinne Prcter wow!!! Thanks so much! That is really nice :D
Good job. I lived in a small van and gave it up because it became life on my knees.
CO detector needs exposure to breathing space. Just mount it on a wall.
Propane tanks can vent almost at random, especially when hot. A leak could be deadly. It can be in a sealed and insulated interior compartment vented outside. Where it is could work with a well sealed door. Much better to have propane outside. A propane detector is a really good idea.
Wool is a less flammable material than cotton or poly for curtains near a stove top.
Refrigerator exchanges heat with atmosphere, it should be vented very well or in the open. If it fails try blowing it out with compressed air without spinning the fan at high speed. There is no filter and they collect dust.
Round off enough on the table so slender people can get in and out of the bench seats.
Be careful with the electric (?) heater in a semi-closed space. There are ususally warninings on the heater and in the instructions.
A volt meter will consume a little current. Add a push button to turn it on to save the loss.
Overall a really good job. I love the curtains. Hope they are flame resistant.
Too many people don't vent enough with propane appliances.
This is fantastic tour van , congratulations
Your van is super practical and minimalistic - I love it! Stay safe out there ✌🏼
Thank you! You stay safe too!
Lol, I saw that big Green van and I expected her to be totally euro. I love the van and that she's living life
Well in some way I am euro...just not living or born there hahah...its in the blood i guess, right? Thanks for the comment :)
It's a beautiful van! Very well laid out and functional.
Thank you very much :)
So much storage!! ❤❤❤❤
I love all the windows on the van, makes it feel spacious and not cramped.
yes exactly! Thats why we love it too! For the heat you might loose through the glass in the winter, its worth it to get some light in and improve your mental health lol
This is wonderful. Definitely one of my favorite vans on YT! Well done! (PS, I love your hair).
Wow thank you so much! That’s quite the compliment!!
You can also use a toaster oven to cook with. In my RV I went to the Dollar Tree and got Readi Board near the stationary dept which I fitted for each window and the fan has a velco attachment for that so I can close it easily for winter time, and open in the summer. I have been in my 2000 Pleasure Way van since July 17th 2019 and stay warm. I am plugged into electricity, because problems with water in my home. If you put plumbers antifreeze into your lines, you can save any water winter problems. Since you do not use the water again, it also keeps it from freezing.
Thanks for the great tips Carol-Ann :) Best of luck to you!
great camera. I like her energy. and hair.
Thanks so much
This is really cool, I ran expedited freight with a van but have given a lot of thought to living in the van and being free to roam the country, or maybe the Canadian provinces, when I retire.
We also have a 26ft straight truck which could be converted, but not as economical as the Sprinter Vans. Where did you come up with the layout for this van? It is so neat and orderly. Being able to really live in a tiny space means you can get to things you want when you feel like reading, or working on a puzzle.
She's inspiring. Love the build!
Thanks so much 😊
@@Snowstead
your welcome! I'm going to build my own too one day. I'm tired of relying on a man to make me happy. I think my old Gypsy soul is ready for the road. To live solo again. I did it for 20 years. Now Im ready for it again. But I'm going to live in my truck for a minute until I find a box truck I think.
Yes get out there, you deserve it :)
I Don't Usually Like Strange Colors On Vans. Your Has Stolen My Heart. Love it
Carbon monoxide detector needs to be out in the open
agreed! many people have let us know, were on it! Thank you :)
I am so impressed with the smart choices you have made throughout your van. Great video. Very inspiring!
Glad you like them! :) stay healthy
"Scissors..."
I know, is that totally necessary?? Lol - but sweet
Lol! I was wondering if anyone else caught that too. So funny.
I love how practical and organized your van looks. Very clean and neat which would be a must for me.👍
Thanks Sarah....love things to be organized :)
The propane tank isn't in a safe place and you need a propane detector, as RVs have. The tank should be in a sealed area and vented outside or the tank located outside as RVs.
Totally understand the concern. However mounting the tank outside wasn’t an option, for various reasons. And a cabinet with a hole cut in the floor wasn’t either due to its location. You have to do the best you can with what you have, right?? And yes, I agree on the propane detector, that’s something that has to be purchased. Thanks :)
of all the van conversion videos i've watched, your layout is one of my favorites. lots of storage and use of space. i love the comfy bed, nice big sink and pillow/sweater storage. so clever. but do agree with the other person who said that fire extinguisher needs to be out of the box and in a handy spot.
Thanks a bunch for the comment~ Glad you liked it! And yes, we have already dealt with the fire and CO sensor issues :) all safe
I love your van
thank you so much !
Well-designed and functional, all without compromising what you really want in a home. (Like an oven! And good sleep! V important!) Definitely borrowing some of these ideas for my van, so thank you for sharing! Happy travels!
Awesome, thanks! Hope some of the ideas help you on your way :)
Omg the magnet stopper was exactly what i needed when my kids was young. I live in Canada and never see that.
Hahahah we’re in Canada too! 4 years in and it’s still going strong
Please be careful with those cute curtains being so close to your stovetop flame....those would go up in a nanosecond. Please be careful....❤
Yes, we are always super careful with them....gotta work around what you have in such a tiny space with windows! Thank you for caring, we appreciate it.
@@Snowstead Maybe you could get a couple of small tension rods, hot glue the bottom of the fabric to create an insert and have the curtains closer to the windows (away from the stove) but you can easily slide them open and closed.
@@Snowstead what you can possibly do is get plywood and a flame retardant covering and stand it up, Like a litte wall while you cook where you can ensure the curtains do not interfere? I don't know I am just so excited about my transformation
I agree that the pillow covers to put sweaters or clothing in is the neatest idea yet !
Hahaha thanks! Glad you liked it
Cool build but your carbon monoxide detector should be 5ft off the ground. It won't work in it's current location very well.
Thank you, its helpful to hear this. We had previously heard when installing the CO2 detector that it should be close to the floor. However, we are quickly learning from other helpful people that it should be higher. Planning on changing it this weekend! Thanks again!
It should be higher indeed. On a distance of 1 to 3 meters from the source. Also, make sure it isn't very close to your fan/a window that can open.
Listen CO carbon monoxide is heavy so it flows along the floor or ground
@@paxwallacejazz = incorrect Carbon monoxide is not heavier than air - in fact it is slightly lighter as CO has the RMM of 28 whereas air is slightly more than this. It is therefore almost neutral density. However in a normal room, thermal convection current dominate transport of gases in a room.
@@paxwallacejazz our fire department tested a lot of CO detectors and made a pamflet of where to hang them...I surely hope they know what they talk about...
omg that pillow/sweater hack is genious!
Glad you love it! - Hope it helps in your future :)
That’s the size of a small apartment
totally haha!
Jeremiah Mescudi that is the size of a small bedroom in most homes.
Wow!! I absolutely love some of the wonderful ideas you've incorporated into the van. I"m in awe of the pillow covers containing the sweaters. Does the dog accompany you? Dogs are a wonderful addition to van life but probably best to not have a full-fledged puppy. I have one now & he's completely nuts. But a well-behaved older dog would be awesome. Well done!!
"Female" lol
I can't get Friday Night Dinner out of my head now 😂
Had to google that hahah, never heard of Friday night dinner! We watched it and a good laugh! :)
Very nice van build. I love the area for storage at the foot of your bed. And you could actually add a little curtain to it as well. You did an awesome job!
Thanks for the kind comment! The van has since been totally finished and lived in for YEARS now, maybe time to do an updated tour!
Everythings about van life is interesting to me, except the toilet and shower part. I pee and poo a lot, because i drink a lot. Well i live in tropical country, maybe would be different if i live in cold area
Hahah!! It’s like if you were out in public and you had to go to the washroom....You just manage to figure it out! Plus there is a compost toilet in the van. As for showers, family and friends, public recreation centres or gym memberships :)
I totally understand you because i fealt the same untill i saw soooo many vanlife videos on different ways to do an inside shower. Plus the option of going in a gyms, there should be no problems there. Plus, your in the tropics. You can have an outdoor shower witch is even more easy to manage. As for the toilet, i saw a video of a familly of 5 or 6 living in a bus. They had a composting toilet or nature's head. With 6 people using it he said he had to dump the solids like 2 times a month. So imagine if your alone...
Love your van home. LOL at pillow covers, I use mine for blankets and towels, but never thought about sweaters. Sometimes I just amaze myself by just missing a good idea. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much! So funny beacuse I've never thought to use them for towels! Looks like we both traded ideas haha! Safe travels
Hey, wonderful van tour! I'm really impressed and tbh intimidated even by how well put together it is, and how much you thought of. Something that's in the back of my mind, is how do you fill up that 78 liter jug? And where would you fill up something like that? I imagine that it's very heavy when full and carrying it would be quite difficult...anyway thank you for the tour!
Hey nick, thanks for the kind comment. To fill up the jug you pull up to a hose and bring the hose end to it. No taking it out of the van. Instead, bring the water to it!
Bench storage, great idea @13:45 Also slide out table is excellent. Smart: Store clothes in pillow covers.
Thank you! Glad you liked the ideas :)
Nice layout. You might want to use something else besides dish soap in your grey water. Stinky bacteria loves soap. Especially blue Coloured soaps.
You did a great job on this van design. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! Will do!
I like the unique soft beige paint job on the Sprinter. Your bed is guaranteed for a good night's sleep.
Thanks Colleen! It sure is a great sleep
I really love the efficiency and tidiness of this build. All the decorative accents can be added later, but the bones are clean and practical. 😍
Glad you like it! :)
So you do have a beautiful dog. Adds to the security. Thank you for sharing the joys of van life.
I love love love all of your storage, oh my goodness it just goes on and on I love it, very nice.
Very nice build and tour video! I truly enjoyed it. I appreciate that you went with a quality diesel heater and not a cheap knock off. We went to El Campo Van meet up near Quebec, Canada last year and it was amazing! We hope to back this year, maybe will see you there. Keep safe and happy travels.
Thanks so much, we are glad you enjoyed it :) !! Yeah, haha its so worth it to just buy the high quality version of something once versus buying a cheap version 10 times! Fingers are crossed that we will be at El Campo this year...would LOVE to see you guys there!!
Thanks for the tour! I'd say this has been the BEST YET in terms of retrofitting a van for Van-Life that I've ever seen on youtube.com!!! GREAT JOB!!!
Wow! Quite a compliment! Thank you so much! all the best to you :)
That is a really comfortable and well thought out home.
Table is ingenious and bed looks luxurious. Great set up.
Thanks so much....glad you like it.
Wow this is very well done! Enjoyed your energy, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the kind words- doesnt go unappreciated :)
that is an amazingly awesome use of space. very cool van for sure.
thanks!!!
Lovely built van. Greetings from sunny Jamaica.
thanks Lawrence
Great build! Love the heater cubby. I just got a d4 heater installed into my ford transit. It is a TOTAL gamechanger
Heck yeah, it changes the way you live hahah! Love my espar SO much. What made you go with the D4 VS D2? Just curious :)
Honestly it was because finding a place in New Hampshire to do the install was tricky and this guy is used to installing them in large 18-wheelers and that’s what he ordered. It is a bit larger and has more of an output but still fit under my passenger seat perfectly! And the monitor is the same as the one you have. Question: does your heater turn off once it reaches your set temp when you have it running continuously? Does it kick back on by itself?
Emmett LeBlanc cool! Sounds like it’s working for you then! You see lots of people with the d2 but then other swear by the D4!! Answer: the heater runs full blast till it reaches the temp I have it set to then kicks on after that. I usually have it set on it’s timer for 12hrs at a time and adjust based on that. So yeah, is usually always running...,mostly on a low setting but it’s quite intuitive :)
I really love the details on this van and that Portuguese vanlife license plate makes me proud ahah 🇵🇹
Nice build ,great commentary , good photography , thank you
Thank you too!
I LOVE your sweater/pillow idea!! GREAT idea!!
Thank you! 😊
I have loved the camper van life for many years and I plan to do it a lot from here on. I have two but one has always been in storage. What I would do to meet a partner like you to travel with. Following van life (Utube) on their travels to S. America. I love your build. Keep a 20 below sleeping bag to sleep with on very cold nights. Two down comforters can be folded into four layers. The comment on the curtains potentially catching fire is real. I had a curtain catch fire and thought I had it put out. I went for a walk and came back to smoldering. Luck it never flamed or the van would be history. An inverter generator is sure nice to have. I'm planning to trade my property with others for parking in New Mexico. Your welcome to park on my property anytime free if you get to the states. It's a resort area with a lot of history. Ruidoso NM.
Hey Fred, thanks for the comment! Awesome to hear youre in the lifestyle as well! Scary story with the curtains!! ....we are always super careful with them..as im sure you know, you just gotta make things work out in such a tiny space!! If we are ever in the NM area, we would love to reach out! THanks again :)
Like your design of pillow bags! So functional!
Glad you like them!
You did an amazing job on your van build and the toilet and thank you for the air vent trick.
I'd love to see what you make for food throughout a full day!!! Its fun seeing the variety of options you can choose living in a van!
Love that idea! Will totally have to take you up on it! Thanks :)
Great build! 👍 Can't wait to get ours done now!
camper vibe sooo glad you liked it ✨ good luck on your build!!
Your a genius with the pillow sweater storage
My favorite things were the different little door knobs and those pretty variety of cushions. Plus the tiles. It's touches like that that make your van seem so personalized and homey. I too would have to have heat in my van. Makes it more comfy cozy. :)
I totally agree! Thanks for your comment- always love hearing peoples fave parts. Mine is the heat for sure
@@Snowstead you're welcome. :)
I really like this van layout...thanks for sharing!
Our pleasure! We will have a layout blueprint (with measurements) on our website shortly!
OMGOSH your van is thee ultimate 💜. I have been looking & looking, but no more. Your van is by far thee #1 best in my opinion. Happy travels😉
Wow, thanks Kelli. That is quite the compliment. We appreciate your support 😊
Very pretty and practical van build. I like that you put your heritage and style into your van. I cant wait to see more of your vidoes so I subscribed.. Be safe and great travels.
Thanks for subscribing Toni!!! We are so happy to have you here :)