Full van tour : 73 yr old solo female DIY van build: An individual with the you can do it spirit.

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  • @lauriejohnson7722
    @lauriejohnson7722 9 місяців тому +6

    Bless you! I am almost 64 years old and have worked all my adult life at low income jobs. I have no pension. I am terrified because I can’t imagine being homeless. From my heart, I so appreciate that you give hope for a safe place. I just want to have a home. I feel so much better!!!❤

  • @stormdavies250
    @stormdavies250 11 місяців тому +48

    Omagosh that’s a gorgeous build! She did an amazing job. I love the teal and white. I also learned about French cleats and marine snaps! 😆

  • @nitapita9988
    @nitapita9988 7 місяців тому +3

    You ladies amaze me. I am 64 and I could not do a fraction of what you do every day never mind the initial set up. You guys are truly incredibly strong women and I am in awe of you. Sending positive energies always to Linda and Deb and all the other totally awesome single van/vehicle women💪❤💕the cedar ceiling is gorgeous-really great job on all
    After watching these videos I realize how truly little I do every day

  • @lnks2571
    @lnks2571 11 місяців тому +11

    I cant believe she's 73. She looks so young.

  • @lead8mare
    @lead8mare 11 місяців тому +39

    Absolutely love her build. So impressed she did it all herself. Thanks, Lindy!

  • @michelleraney3577
    @michelleraney3577 11 місяців тому +28

    WOW! What a beautiful and creative build! I love how neat and organized she is!

  • @nannypuffins
    @nannypuffins 10 місяців тому +3

    I really enjoyed watching. Thank you for sharing. HER LIGHTING SYSTEM IS BEYOND CREATIVE👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @DougJohns
    @DougJohns 11 місяців тому +5

    I am about the same age as this person and I live the same way... I can always tell the difference between those that are cut out for this life style and those that are not, she definately will because she embraces the life syle.

  • @annehamilton8977
    @annehamilton8977 11 місяців тому +11

    Hi Lindy, i just started watching this & i really wanted to finish it, but its 3.45 am & i should be asleep. So, relutantly, I'm putting it aside until tomorrow.
    I really like Debra's van & i like the way she speaks, very articulate, a joy to listen to.
    I think you've found your calling Lindy, you do really good interviews.

  • @onrycodger
    @onrycodger 11 місяців тому +46

    She's a smart, resourseful lady. Did a wonderful job on her build.
    If she had a UA-cam channel, I certainly would subscribe. I give her two thumbs up!👍👍

  • @hollyvick181
    @hollyvick181 9 місяців тому +2

    Where did she get those lights!? Also, i absolutely love how she did all this , yet has no wiring. Etc. I wouldn't know where to begin with plumbingvor wire either! Love how crafty she was with the table andxstrips of wood decor and curtains!

  • @cathybell2899
    @cathybell2899 11 місяців тому +4

    I love her decor and color choices. When you're living tiny, you have to love what you see in front of you. Great design and problem-solving.

  • @thereseshine7506
    @thereseshine7506 11 місяців тому +20

    What a very capable woman. The marine clips and slider for her insulated curtains is a really nice look and seems sturdy. Love teal!
    Thank you, Lindy, for this van tour. ❤

  • @lesliehunter1823
    @lesliehunter1823 9 місяців тому +2

    Lindy, you can improve the camera work a lot by tipping it up a little bit more so it includes more in the picture. Otherewise I like your style of interviewing so your subject is free to express themselves. Its very effective.

  • @LisaHommes-s8w
    @LisaHommes-s8w 10 місяців тому +2

    French cleats are on Amazon. Thank you for the video. It's given me some good ideas.

  • @brandy_lish
    @brandy_lish 11 місяців тому +5

    Wow i Love the blue!! She did an Amazing job! i always thought, i could never afford a van build, but seeing these diy ones, gives me hope!

  • @vickiesweitzer8625
    @vickiesweitzer8625 11 місяців тому +10

    What a great build! I love the puck lights and of course the color since it’s the same as mine 😉 I also noticed she has the same problem with her Alpicool that I do; that dang control panel is forever getting activated/deactivated unintentionally.

  • @gloriouslifeonwheels3621
    @gloriouslifeonwheels3621 11 місяців тому +7

    Lots of great ideas. I especially liked her snap curtains in back. Beautifully done. I would really like to find those ligjts with the magnet backs!

  • @lovelylady81
    @lovelylady81 8 місяців тому +1

    Wow so impressed!! I love this cozy and practical van and it is prob one of the nicest I’ve seen. And she did it on her own!! So impressed.

  • @brenyule
    @brenyule 9 місяців тому +2

    Hello Lindy. I’ve seen this gal on another channel. Beautiful set up. Thank you for sharing and for the links. I love seeing everyone’s ideas. ✌🏼❣️🫶🏼

  • @grumpyoldlady_rants
    @grumpyoldlady_rants 11 місяців тому +5

    Your van is beautiful and very well thought out, Debra. I like the magnetic puck lights. I don’t have a van yet but I do watch tons of videos. What I do, it when I see something in a video I like and want to remember, I copy the link to the video into a note and add a time stamp plus what the idea is that I like.

  • @sashanealand8315
    @sashanealand8315 11 місяців тому +5

    very interesting, idk why but yours is the only youtube channel that I consistently come back to keep watching. I love that your channel has real life people and is not all made into vans that look like models and are so pristine you know it cant be real, at least not in my life. Love all the stories too.

    • @kevindesai7227
      @kevindesai7227 11 місяців тому +1

      I agree I keep coming back to watch Lindy's videos...humble, down to earth and educational. I really like the idea of Van life but I don't think it will happen because my dog is a mix of a husky German Shepherd. I think my dog and I will need something bigger. Keep up the GREAT VIDEOS LINDY❤❤

  • @tonyastokley5165
    @tonyastokley5165 11 місяців тому +2

    Marine snaps are so awesome and very priced nice on Amazon! I figured out it was the track that’s hard to work with being bent ! I understand now ! But I still wanna make the most perfect curtains to make lined !

  • @johnlatham3854
    @johnlatham3854 11 місяців тому +5

    An inspiration to us setting on the sidelines thinking about joining the van club.
    Debra, I love hearing you talk, you're so interesting and intelligent. Hope you open a channel. Thank you for giving Lindy this tour.

  • @richardhenry1969
    @richardhenry1969 8 місяців тому

    I know I’m late seeing this but if she watches I would recommend if you don’t wanna cut a hole in the roof. You can run the cord through the 3rd break light. It’s very easy way to not make a hole.
    Cedar is a great choice to help keep bugs and mice away.
    Very talented lady.

  • @Lisa-kz7vw
    @Lisa-kz7vw 7 місяців тому +1

    Her van is gorgeous love the colors I can't believe she built that herself man she's skilled and 73 wow😊

  • @rosamaryzayas5650
    @rosamaryzayas5650 11 місяців тому +2

    Thanks!

  • @catherinelauda6948
    @catherinelauda6948 9 місяців тому +2

    Wow! Woman power!

  • @canoefor-one1102
    @canoefor-one1102 11 місяців тому +2

    This van build is one of the most anesthetically pleasing nomad dwellings I have ever seen. Zero clutter and ease of use are evident everywhere. Well done.

  • @lifeoflucretia
    @lifeoflucretia 11 місяців тому +3

    Thanks so much for this video, she did an EXCELLENT van build! Does she have a a Channel? Have a blessed and beautiful day! LUCRETIA 🎉

    • @Debrasvantasticjourney
      @Debrasvantasticjourney 11 місяців тому

      I don’t have a channel. I’m soooo private but I loved sharing with all of you! ❤

  • @theroaminggnomad
    @theroaminggnomad 9 місяців тому +2

    Geez not the greatest place to shoot a video is it! The build is nice. Superb idea on insulating the back doors! I need this idea in my van as well. Proud to see so many women like me on the road not afraid to build things with no experience & learning as they go along. It fuels me.

  • @AliRnBPopAndReggae
    @AliRnBPopAndReggae 11 місяців тому +2

    8:15 This is just like a house!🫵🏽😃🤗

  • @tonistephens4068
    @tonistephens4068 11 місяців тому +2

    Congratulations! You did a fantastic job! Your van is very beautiful, practical, and functional!

  • @Barbara-xh5ef
    @Barbara-xh5ef 11 місяців тому +6

    Beautiful van. I'm very impressed with her craftsmanship.
    I was a safety manager for a large propane company for years, and I would suggest not to have a propane tank indoors. It's very dangerous and even more so enclosed. I'm just concerned for your safety.
    I enjoyed your
    video.
    I didn't see a carbon monoxide detector.
    Be safe enjoy your visit.

    • @Debrasvantasticjourney
      @Debrasvantasticjourney 11 місяців тому +5

      Thank you. I am going to vent it to the outside. Yes, I have a carbon monoxide detector mounted on the wall by the sink window. Very important. Also a fire extinguisher.

    • @Debrasvantasticjourney
      @Debrasvantasticjourney 11 місяців тому +2

  • @jessys9868
    @jessys9868 11 місяців тому +2

    Absolutely one of the best most comfortable looking builds I have seen. Well done!

  • @sarahpierson6937
    @sarahpierson6937 11 місяців тому +3

    Very nice! Would have loved to hear more about her toilet.

  • @suzannemiller4398
    @suzannemiller4398 11 місяців тому +1

    One of my favorite builds! I love the teal, the cedar, the organization, and all the clever bits! I am so impressed. I will save this video for when I start my build! Beautiful!! Thank you.

  • @timothypowell6298
    @timothypowell6298 11 місяців тому +6

    It looks like a very well designed van :)

  • @mariasostre654
    @mariasostre654 11 місяців тому +3

    Love the build,love the blue,thanks Lindy❤safe travels

  • @AShroudOfTruth
    @AShroudOfTruth 11 місяців тому +1

    Just checked and SanTan site even has a Used SanTan Solar 300W panel for only 74.70. Super cheap.

  • @juanitajohnson7750
    @juanitajohnson7750 11 місяців тому +1

    Love... get a stool with roller to move around. Yet I love your decoration.
    May God be with you and protect you. May your Glorify His name... you are blessed, and Talentive.

  • @MoBangFoYoBucks
    @MoBangFoYoBucks 11 місяців тому +5

    Very nicely done build!😍😎👍

  • @portiabrown2913
    @portiabrown2913 11 місяців тому +2

    So interesting, thank you. Two lovely, inspirational ladies. Love from England xx

  • @gailjohnson6670
    @gailjohnson6670 11 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful van build. Very talented. With awesome skills. I could listen to you all day. Thank you for sharing and video. Blessings to you.

  • @shirleyfrederickson4794
    @shirleyfrederickson4794 5 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the van tour Lindy! I have some teal color going on in my van as well 😎 She did a great job eh? 👍

  • @arkrosebud1540
    @arkrosebud1540 11 місяців тому +2

    Thanks for sharing with us Lindy.

  • @AliRnBPopAndReggae
    @AliRnBPopAndReggae 11 місяців тому +2

    Very neat interior! :)👍🏽🥰👏🏾👏🏾

  • @daphnesamworth7824
    @daphnesamworth7824 9 місяців тому

    This is the most beautiful van I have ever seen. Congratulations. I love how everything matches 14:43

  • @donnabacon4681
    @donnabacon4681 11 місяців тому +1

    Gorgeous! What's not to love? The color combo and everything matching, along with the wood, brings a calm and a peace to the van. So cohesive! I love the wrap around curtain - ingenius!
    Also, and no offense to anyone doing van life, she is more dressed up than most of us. Her and Lulu of Lulu's Way always so stylish!
    Definitely keeping this is for future!
    Have a blessed day!

  • @glennagoss7335
    @glennagoss7335 11 місяців тому +4

    Beautiful van❤

  • @GrandmaBugsPlace
    @GrandmaBugsPlace 11 місяців тому +1

    That is a very nice van set up. Comfortable and cozy and has what she needs to travel or just camp out for a couple of days. She did a great job

  • @dianejohnson1991
    @dianejohnson1991 11 місяців тому +1

    It’s very lovely and so is the color 💙

  • @RoadThruGrace
    @RoadThruGrace 11 місяців тому +1

    Love it! 🥰
    I’m looking at a Ford F-250 at this time. Thanks for the ideas! ❤
    ❤️😊Brenda & Blue🐕‍🦺❤️

  • @jorazor5172
    @jorazor5172 11 місяців тому +4

    Great interview. Beautiful van.

  • @raylenetatum8185
    @raylenetatum8185 11 місяців тому +2

    Totally love Debra's build. Really functional and awesome. :)

  • @timeforchange3786
    @timeforchange3786 11 місяців тому +1

    I absolutely LOVE her van. Does she have a channel? So many great ideas 😍 I am a new subscriber and I look forward to watching more of your videos.

  • @kerry-ann.woodburn3440
    @kerry-ann.woodburn3440 11 місяців тому +1

    Love the colours 💙🤎💙🤎

  • @carolynadams1249
    @carolynadams1249 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow, love everything about this build and great job with the coverage, I plan on saving this and watch it again when I come out of hibernation here on the north west coast of Canada.❤

  • @debrahill2272
    @debrahill2272 11 місяців тому +1

    The colors cohesiveness and creativity is IMPRESSIVE..💯👍

  • @MariaVargas-yu1tt
    @MariaVargas-yu1tt 11 місяців тому +1

    That is a nice looking van. I love that she matches blue all around. Very good job.

  • @Michelle514C
    @Michelle514C 9 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for sharing and please stay safe

  • @DebbiePotter-xh7kv
    @DebbiePotter-xh7kv 6 місяців тому

    Cans from facilities like that are the way to go. They tend to keep them up and ppl aren’t generally to rough on them. And low miles

  • @terrymathis4213
    @terrymathis4213 11 місяців тому +1

    Gotta say this conversion is amazing. Love the teal. First time seeing the rail she used for her front curtain its different along with the marine hooks. Very nice.

  • @AShroudOfTruth
    @AShroudOfTruth 11 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful Lindy, I would love to see you in a van like that where it's more comfortable for you.

  • @joseguimaraes1094
    @joseguimaraes1094 11 місяців тому +2

    Hello! Your friend has a beautiful van! Congratulations to her! She seems to be a very nice lady! Another interesting video, a real gift! So good to see you so well! A great hug ti you and another one to Marley! Stay safe and continue to have fun!

  • @simpleme5719
    @simpleme5719 11 місяців тому +1

    OMG, SHE IS AMAZING... IF SHE CAN DO THIS,SO CAN I.. GREAT WORK.

  • @teresaferrer4748
    @teresaferrer4748 10 місяців тому +1

    Omg! She scared the hell out of me!🫣🫨😵‍💫

  • @benbradley5923
    @benbradley5923 10 місяців тому +1

    Nice and neat. Great job. Happy motoring!😁

  • @Gabrielle499
    @Gabrielle499 11 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful van build! Shoddy camera work

  • @missmajor5640
    @missmajor5640 11 місяців тому +1

    I love that Van

  • @DreadDazeTV
    @DreadDazeTV 7 місяців тому +1

    Excellent design job.

  • @grannyprepper1181
    @grannyprepper1181 11 місяців тому +2

    I like her rig.

  • @rvcampher3854
    @rvcampher3854 11 місяців тому +1

    Debra gave me a tour of her Van! I can't stop thinking about it! It has everything you need for Van Life and her craftsmanship is hard to believe! Watch out Bob Villa!!!
    EXCELLENT JOB Debra and WONDERFUL interview and tour Lindy!!! Marie ❤️

  • @HopeCreekConnemara
    @HopeCreekConnemara 11 місяців тому +1

    I just finished the video, I love your build! And that you love teal! Really clever ideas and great use of space. I like that even with the darker teal it's still light and bright in there. I converted the enlarged dressing room in my horse trailer and the colors are gray, white, teal and black. Much too dark. I ended up painting the gray paneling white and it's a lot better.

  • @kasandrabrown8611
    @kasandrabrown8611 11 місяців тому +2

    Great interview, Lindy!

  • @Tsiri09
    @Tsiri09 11 місяців тому +3

    Amazing build! Very innovative!

  • @Cali_Fornia869
    @Cali_Fornia869 11 місяців тому +1

    Love your decorating and ideas for your van Barbara, the colors are fantastic, gives me almost a 60’s feel so neat and clean, love the teal! And isn’t Chrome great, he has cool idea’s too. As soon as I seen your circles on the side of the cabinet I immediately thought they looked like Chrome’s lol, but the teal color really makes it pop!!!
    Thanks for all the great ideas, especially those marine snaps.
    Safe travels to you both, thanks for sharing Lindy
    Susie in Michigan

  • @sharon2434
    @sharon2434 11 місяців тому +2

    Great job on the van, very functional and cozy.

  • @christiannemayer6062
    @christiannemayer6062 11 місяців тому +1

    I love this van,the set up suits you. That's all that matters.Congrsatulations!!❤️

  • @FernWillis
    @FernWillis 11 місяців тому +2

    So stylish and functional. Love her set up.

  • @samanthaheath8664
    @samanthaheath8664 11 місяців тому +1

    This video gave a lot of great tips thank you. She did an awesome belt.

  • @menofairy
    @menofairy 11 місяців тому +1

    Excellent van build

  • @willythewave
    @willythewave 11 місяців тому +1

    That`s a very nice build.

  • @roseybeesley4110
    @roseybeesley4110 11 місяців тому +1

    Love your home Aqua is my favourite colour teal is my second best so I love it. Well done you

  • @amyschaefer1140
    @amyschaefer1140 11 місяців тому +3

    Lots of good ideas!

  • @cynthiarabe5924
    @cynthiarabe5924 11 місяців тому +3

    Awesome build Debra!

  • @lynncorvillion7557
    @lynncorvillion7557 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow! So cool! I absolutely love how she did everything. Love the wrap around curtains, the little light, and the bed roll/ curtain for back door. The fact she did it herself is amazing

  • @207laine
    @207laine 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you, one of the best I’ve seen. I have been looking for the flexible curtain rods. Thank you for putting in the links for some of her finishing tools, it helps so much.

  • @daynadiggle8169
    @daynadiggle8169 11 місяців тому +1

    A wonderful video about a wonderful build . Let's go camping ! 😊❤

  • @LindaLager-z1n
    @LindaLager-z1n 11 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the good advice. Nice van tour

  • @dfabbot3456
    @dfabbot3456 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you Lindy for the van tour. Been watching your videos for a while, good job. I have a nice studio apt. With reasonable rent here in Calif. But I watch and plan never know when things can change.God is good and he makes a way.

  • @renebennett4235
    @renebennett4235 11 місяців тому +1

    Very nice, she did amazing job ❤

  • @LisaBeatsCancer
    @LisaBeatsCancer 9 місяців тому +1

    Wow wonderful

  • @DisabledandPrepping
    @DisabledandPrepping 11 місяців тому +1

    Very nice video and very nice fan build. I am really interested in those lights that have the magnetic back.😊

  • @Zeldagirl64
    @Zeldagirl64 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow nice nice nice ❤

  • @sharonhopkins5543
    @sharonhopkins5543 11 місяців тому +1

    That was beautiful an so creative thank u

  • @troyshore3357
    @troyshore3357 11 місяців тому +1

    That’s very neat seeing other people’s set ups.

  • @tandiparent1906
    @tandiparent1906 11 місяців тому +2

    ❤Thanks Ms. Lindy!! Great tour n great build!!

  • @JohnsDeb
    @JohnsDeb 11 місяців тому +2

    Very impressive & nice! I love the teal color.

  • @susandixon3970
    @susandixon3970 11 місяців тому +2

    Very interesting!