28 USEFUL Items for My Tiny Van Home // Living in a Van Full Time
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- Опубліковано 30 чер 2024
- -FAQ'S-
- I lived in my car, full-time, starting on Sept. 01, 2019
- Make & Model of my car was a 2018 Buick Encore
-I lived in my car to save money & pay off debt, which I successfully did (check out videos/playlists below)
- I totaled my Buick on Sept. 2022 & bought a 2022 Ford Transit Connect XLT LWB Nov. 2022
-Living full time in my van since May, 15, 2023
-My goal is to save money, buy land, & build a homestead
- A LITTLE EXTRA SUPPORT ❤️ -
PATREON - / simmpleenough
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- OUR MOST USEFUL PURCHASES -
Please use these links if you purchase a product we suggest. We (literally) make pennies from your purchase, but every penny helps!
~Van Build Products~
Insulation: amzn.to/3IDI36U
Spray Adhesive for insulation: amzn.to/3IhbOJn
Kilmat Sound Deadener - amzn.to/3xD2HxG
Alternative Sound Deadener - (I used Kilmat, but it's currently out of stock. This is a good alternative) - amzn.to/3EmseiD
Tool to remove air bubbles: amzn.to/3xEIjMA
Loctite - amzn.to/3IhOnzv
Rivet Nut Tool - amzn.to/3IDChCd
Kreg Pocket Hole Kit - amzn.to/3YJC324
Spyder Spade Drill Bit Set - www.lowes.com/pd/Spyder-Sting...
~Power~
Victron Energy Orion-Tr Smar DC to DC Charger - amzn.to/3622pG7
Renogy 2000W Pure Sine Wave Inverter - amzn.to/35LhPij
Battle Born Batteries LiFePO4 Deep Cycle Battery - amzn.to/3vPyhst
Battery Capacity Monitor - amzn.to/3HYSUoD
Goal Zero Yeti 1000 Lithium Portable Power Station - amzn.to/3apC9ST
Goal Zero 12 Volt Car Charger - amzn.to/38R2Bna
Goal Zero Regulated Cable (to keep fridge from shutting down) - amzn.to/2viRSEq
Goal Zero 12V Yeti Link LI To Lead Acid - amzn.to/2TF6tCe
~Sleeping~
Memory Foam Camping Mattress - amzn.to/2VOjiNz
Milliard Reading Pillow - amzn.to/39mCqWK
~Food/Kitchen~
Water Dispenser: amzn.to/3mhGBet
COSTWAY Car 54 Quart Travel RV Refrigerator/Freezer - amzn.to/2Tjbv8A
Smittybilt Transit Insulation Bag (fits COSTWAY Fridge) - amzn.to/3atmQZI
Bamboo Fiber Dish Set - amzn.to/2TjTDua
Travel Camping Cutlery Set - amzn.to/32KYYhq
Reusable Sandwich Bags - 6 Pack Leakproof Freezer Bags - amzn.to/2VFX8wM
Electric Immersion Heater 300 Watts for Water Coffee Tea - amzn.to/2TtExRG
Collapsible Bucket - amzn.to/32MeKZm
Collapsible Portable Wash Basin - amzn.to/38kPhr1
~Storage/Containers~
INNO BRA240BK Ridge Cargo Box - amzn.to/2uUvBg8
Mesh Shower Organizer Hanging Bathroom Caddy - amzn.to/2vEx4HA
Car Trash Can Garbage Bin - amzn.to/2IeMqVV
Car Trunk Organizer - amzn.to/2IhVpWI
Eagle Creek Pack-it Specter Cube Set - amzn.to/2x9dWlB
TOURIT Insulated Cooler Backpack - amzn.to/2PZWQNN
~OTHER~
LED Color Changing Puck Lightings - amzn.to/3CwbiUo
Door Window Mosquito Nets - amzn.to/3pSOZ6h
Shark WANDVAC Handheld Vacuum - amzn.to/3J0kwLi
Rechargeable Portable Fan - amzn.to/3Cv222T
Reflectix- amzn.to/2TDebN8
Car Windshield Sun Shade - amzn.to/39x3e6V
2-in-1 Smoke Detector & Carbon Monoxide Alarm - amzn.to/2Tz6UOG
Propane/Natural Gas Detector - amzn.to/3cyQApV
Rechargeable Battery Operated Clip on Fan - amzn.to/38gzqtv
Female Urination Device - amzn.to/38gf3g8
Outdoor Folding Table - amzn.to/32MeRnK
Mosquito Net - amzn.to/39mEfD4
Neodymium Strong Magnets - amzn.to/2PNovBo
Tongue Cleaner Scraper - amzn.to/2IhIh3I
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LINKS TO THE THINGS MENTIONED. Some are affiliate links:
9" x 9" Roof Vent - amzn.to/3qF1LJ9
Fan - Walmart
Portable Toilet - amzn.to/3Jg3TNJ
Pee Funnel - amzn.to/38gf3g8
Foldable Toiletries Bag - amzn.to/44g3N0T
Packing Cubes - amzn.to/3upPFW3
Rectangular Fabric Storage Bin - amzn.to/42FqqdQ
Adjustable Broom and Dustpan - amzn.to/3pa3IN0
Shark WANDVAC Handheld Vacuum - amzn.to/3J0kwLi
Diesel Heater All-in-one - amzn.to/3X6OvsO
BODEGA 64 Quart (60L) Fridge & Freezer - amzn.to/49LSReH
Silicone Ice Cube Trays - amzn.to/40Jzcbg
Coleman Single Burner Camp Stove - amzn.to/3SQduQW (Walmart might be cheaper)
Carbon Steel Pan - amzn.to/3SIBbe0
3 Quart Instant Pot - amzn.to/46lCzGD
3.7 Quart Air Fryer - BrandSmart, but here is a similar one amzn.to/3G7d7di
Collapsible Tea Kettle - amzn.to/47ky9AW
Vitamin 5200 - amzn.to/3ugTP2i
Food Tray (Collapsible Basin) - amzn.to/38kPhr1
Victron Energy Orion-Tr Smar DC to DC Charger - amzn.to/3622pG7
Renogy 2000W Pure Sine Wave Inverter - amzn.to/35LhPij
Battle Born Batteries LiFePO4 Deep Cycle Battery - amzn.to/3vPyhst
LED Color Changing Puck Lightings - amzn.to/3CwbiUo
2-in-1 Carbon Monoxide & Smoke Detector - amzn.to/46oNAXw
First Aid Kit - amzn.to/3unl5wa
Car Fire Extinguisher - amzn.to/47iWNlK
😊oh I see in the description 😅thanks
Thanks for sharing these with us... This is really helpful and we truly appreciate it very much! 🙏
I have the same toilet you can use gelto absorb urine. And my compostable bags don't leak, would you like my link?
Can I ask you the dumbest question in the world ? Where / What company did your install ? I have zero clue where to take my van.
I love seeing black women thriving in alternative lifestyles, like van life and tiny homes! And that fridge/freezer is lit❤
Thank you 😊❤️
Why differentiate people with their race or nationality.. she’s a solo women living an alternative lifestyle periodtt😊
@@bins-secondaccountbecause she’s a Black woman. It may not matter to you, but to those whom it matters to, it matters and it’s ok.
i completely agree 👍
@@bins-secondaccountthat’s exactly why I thought?Why do they always have to mention the color of someone’s skin.?
I love seeing all woman of all colors thriving and being strong and doing well for themselves. There are alot female fulltime vanlifers out here. Salute to all you women! ❤
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I am so happy finally a hijabi van lifer ❤❤❤ keep thriving
Thank you 😊❤️
Hello Monique, I lived in a van for two years. Just one suggestion in relation to the toilet. I would put some wood shavings into the bag before using it. Throw 2-3 handfuls in & this will drastically reduce any odours from the toilet, and makes discarding the used toilet bag even stealthier, due to a massive reduction in odour. They can be purchased from most large supermarkets, and are usually used for small pets such as hamsters. You may find the pee funnel no longer needed too, since the wood shavings will absorb liquids, as well as reducing odour.
Hello! Thank you for the tip 😊.
How about a little bit of kitty litter?
You're welcome : ) stay safe and happy new year!@@simmpleenough
Agreed! In my experience, cedar shavings kept odor down the most
🌴☀️I found the perrrrrfect wide mouth cup with lid from the now $1.25 store for #1 and keep it cleaned with a bleach spray bottle what a gem…I #1 like a race horse 🤭so in the end the funnel did’t quite work, I still have it tho & it’s cute but not useful lol☀️🌴
This is the best list of van life essentials video I have watched! And I have watched a ton of them. Excellent job! Clear, concise and very, very practical for real and healthy life. Thank you so much for making and sharing this video! UA-cam randomly recommended your video to me. I hope this means the algorithm has found you. Great work! 🙏🏾🧡
Thank you. I'm glad you found it helpful!
I agree and perfectly said! Thank you so much taking the time to think the list through and taking the time to post! Wishing you peaceful travels and stay safe!
That's what you call thuggin it out. I got a van myself and want to do this same thing I'm starting part time to turn into full time I'm paying for a room to rent so when worse come to worse i can turn it into full time
There's something so freeing about living a minimalistic life. I hope one day this is me.
Salaam, love this! It's awesome seeing a Muslim woman represented in vanlife, and using it to make the most of life. Best of luck on your journey! You've got another subscriber
Salaam, and thank you very much!
I love that you show that eating healthy foods in a van is possible. Thank you for a great video
I love you immediately. You're so centred and grounded, so calm and comforting. I can tell you're a writer. Reflective, self aware, deep thinking. Also courageous for doing what you want and refusing to conform. Such a breath of fresh air. Thank you for existing 🌿
Thank you very much 😊❤️
You don’t know how much I love this! I want to live in a van and travel so bad. May Allah bless you and keep you safe! Ameen! ♥️♥️♥️
Ameen. Thank you, sis ❤️❤️
When I travel I roll my jeans, shirt and underwear together in packing squares for easy access. I don’t have to rumble around putting an outfit together. Works great!🙏💕💕
I lived in my insulated but not built out van for nine months. I wish I had known about your hanging basket idea, it’s beyond fantastic! Frankly, had I known about a number of things that you shared, I would probably still be in my van. But such is life. I think you’re extremely wise to utilize vehicle life to reach your long term goals. I just discovered your channel, subscribed and will continue to watch even though I’m back in sticks and bricks. ~Metta~
Thank you so much 😊
Me too🥰
It is inspiring to see all the things you’ve built up to to make van life more comfortable for you!
I’ve been in my Prius on and off for 2 months. What I’ve noticed is I need a shady place to park during the day where it is too hot. I’m in California so the winter isn’t as cold as it is elsewhere.
This is spiritual, I was just daydreaming of what my mobile home would look like and the essentials as a minamilist. Glad this popped up on my feed.
Hi. New subscriber here. You are the most organized vanner I've ever seen, and I really like how you stay directly on topic. Thank you for all of this, and best of luck to you!!❤
Ditto!
Hello! Thank you both 😊.
@@simmpleenough sister did you know Arabs which are Muslims and religion is Islam had us in sub subharan slave trade beating us and erasing our true nationality, heritage, culture, way of living Google sub sharahan slave trade I pray God wake you up and understand christ blood runs through us the Israelites are black biblical we have been told so many lies and it's time to wake up the end times is here our job to fear christ and obey all God commandments for the day he comes we will not see the loving side of Christ
Christ prophecied the real Jews and rest of the Israelites will be put in slavery with ships
deueteronmy 28:68 And the Lord shall bring thee into Egypt again with ships, by the way whereof I spake unto thee, thou shalt see it no more again: and there ye shall be sold unto your enemies for bondmen and bondwoman and no man shall buy you. KJV
When Christ says he Shall bring us into Egypt the correct biblical meaning
Exodus 20:2 I am the Lord thy God which brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage.
We was slaves in Egypt Christ prophesized we still are in bondage
Deueteronmy 28:48 therefore thou shalt serve your enemies which the Lord has send against thee, in hunger, in thirst, in nakedness, and in want of all things: and he shall put a yoke of iron upon thy neck, until he have destroyed thee. KJV
Reason why we don't know our true nationality, heritage, culture because we to busy serving other people God who oppressed our forefathers and us please I can only pray and hope you turn to our Savior who is the only one whom can save us from our wicked ways and acknowledge we sinned against our God and change before he comes back much love sister 💜🕊️🤴🏿🦁🕎✊🏿
Animal bedding works great in a toilet. Doesn't take a lot to absorb. Double bag with trash bags in the toilet.
A hijabi van lifer???? I’m loving it! You go sis ❤
Thank you 😊😊
Portable toilet, a lifesaver
Seriously!
You have van life down!! Knowing what works makes it so much better.
I have no plans to do van life, but really enjoy your videos! God Bless and travel safe!
Thank you so much 😊😊
First black Muslima I've ever seen do Van dwelling...I love it even more inspired...
Thank you 😊
Muhrim required? What does Islam say about that.
You make the lifestyle look so simple and easy!
Brilliant ideas! Thank you!
Great list of stuff. Def saving this video to my Nomad list. Thank you!
Looks cozy!
Thank you. I got so much information from this. Very much appreciated. Take care
Such a useful, fantastic video! Thanks for sharing!
This was a fantastic and very informative video!!! I appreciate all your info thank you ❤
Simply amazing! I also admire you cooking and the gadgets for it!
Comfy set up. Love it all.
Yes, VERY helpful video and list! Thank you!
This content was done very thoroughly. Thank you for sharing.
I'm about to binge and get caught up on your vids. Had no idea you have a van now. That's awesome!
This is a great list! Thank you for sharing.
One of the best van camping/living videos I’ve seen! Thank you.
Great advice. Very smart and logical. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Best tips ever for May maiden voyage in January. Thank you.
Great content and very informative 👍🏻 lovely little home too 👌
I love this. Keep it up girl. 💜
Wow! You do some amazing cooking in your van! I really enjoyed this video!
Amazing set-up,love your home.❤
Thank you for sharing so many great ideas!🙂🤩 Love the foldable "bag" you have for your toiletries. Definitly gone get one of those!
This was VERY fascinating to watch!
Nicely done. Love your calm and peaceful narration.
Love all your appliances. You’re so well spoken and it’s relaxing to listen to you ❤
Great use of everything and minimalist at the same time.
What a peaceful and interesting video! Good luck on saving up for your next adventure.
This is so useful and realistic
Absolutely a beautiful lifestyle!
Thank you for all the nice tips and advices.
Keep up the good work, and Enjoy!
I hope you're staying safe all the time ❤
Very good information thank you for sharing looking forward to the next episode
This was a top video, I loved everything! The DC to DC charging, I did not know about that, very helpful. Thank you 😊
I am so very impressed at all of the real, whole food you’re making, and the real appliances you’re using! 🙉 Congrats on fitting those all into your small space!! And prioritizing them 👍🏽
Alhumdulilah. Thank you for the links sister.😊
Always admired your set up and goals. As it's similar to mine. I still have a base and part-time car car around work but down the road looking to make big changes permanent.
Thanks for the inspiring and beautifully shot video.
My first time here. Your video is extremely helpful. Thank you! Lots of great information.
What a lovely home ..impressive organization and neatness 🏕✌🏿
Brilliant, thank you.
Sister glad bag's don't leak n I add my trash to it...n dispose like normal kitty litter trash in any garbage... my trash added to it help absorb humidity n urine...als9 add septic deodorizer if I keep it longer than week...I also put kitty litter clumps at bottom of bucket before glad bags ❤
Once again, welcome back Monique!!😊😊 We missed you! Very useful and smart tips. I love how neat and cozy you make your van and the use of space.. (I really do not like feeling any little particles from the floor on my feet also, I literally sweep every day😱🫣🤫😊) please stay warm in the winter, I see you got your heater👍. See you next week, sweetie. Stay safe🙏🤍
Super helpful and informative. Thank you!
As always a pleasure & informative. Thank You for sharing😊
You’re so welcome 😊. Thank you for watching.
I hope you are having fun and can find property that you like when ready.
😅wow…. You’ve got a great setup.! Safe travels. Thanks for the inspiration.
This was so perfect! Micro camper from someone who cooks!! Love this!
Very inspiring! Thanks for being so thorough and Sharing with us ❤
You're very welcome!
This is a well presented list of essentials. Liked and subscribed..... looking forward to catching up with your back-catalogue ❤
Thank you very much 😊
Definitely considering this life style love the simple life ❤️🔥❣️
im so happy i found your channel!!! youre awesome!! stay safe!!!
Thank you! You too!
Very valuable info you shared here. Thx.
Peace. Get a connected netted strap or strap to attach to van to support your storage bags from falling.
Thanks for the suggestion!
Thank you for sharing! You make this look like a very beautiful life. 😍
You're very welcome 😊
You have a very cute and practical set up. I now know something about air fryers. Thanks.
Such good detailed info! Thx!❤
A great video and so well done. Good success to you.
This was so interesting ane very informative. Thank you for sharing.😊😊😊
Very good and informative video ❤ loved it
I'm really glad I came across your video, as it's one of the most complete in terms of useful lists and tips I've seen on the subject of van lifestyle. Very inspirational! 🎉💐
Thank you! I’m happy you found it useful.
I appreciate your list of priorities that are very useful! And you look like an amazing cook! 😋 Thank you much!
Thank you 😊
I hope you use everything with happiness and healthy ❤❤
I loved this video, so informative and after looking through your older videos ive subscribed! New viewer from New Zealand 🇳🇿 💚🌏💚
Thank you so much!
Hi Monique we are buying a class b van in February. Thank you for sharing some of the items you utilize.
We will need to purchase some of these items to make the van livable.
Thanks again for your advice and best wishes to you.
Excellent information, thank you ❤
Very informative. I linked your presentation it was easy to follow you until the end. Keep up the good work, you will surely grow your channel.
Thank you so much.
I love this. All the practical things needed to live life. It doesn’t need to be complicated. Well done.
Thank you!
Thank you!!! I been looking for more bipoc vanlifers!!!!
Me, too! I'm slowly seeing more bipoc van lifers on this platform and I'm loving it.
Thank you so much for sharing your video of useful tips and items to use in your day-to-day van life. 😊
I really enjoyed watching your video and learning from your experience as I anticipate doing Van life in the future so I can be self-sufficient when visiting family and friends, who live so far from me.
I subscribed immediately as I love your vibe and your very professional style of videotaping and editing. Keep up the great work sharing your experience And tips. Wishing you safety during your adventures. 😊❤
Thank you so much!
Awesome content. Thank you .
Great list, I use many of the same items as well. I also have a similar goal of buying land as a home base to live a more simple life. I quit my corporate career last year and the next step is to sell my house.
heart warming video... very well done!
we have the same life plan aw! i am so happy to see people taking their freedom not waiting around for it, my dream is to build a whole homestead communal living thing, still in the pre-vanlife stage of the plan tho, in the process of saving money to make our conversion.
MashAllah 🤩 I’m so happy your video just popped up on my feed!
This Video Is So Informational & Peaceful ❤
This may be the best item list I’ve ever seen! Glad I found you!!
Glad you found it helpful!
I watch a lot of van life series and yours is in the top lots of great ideas. Thank you❣❣❣🔥🔥🔥
Thank you!
Simple yet effective. If it was just me I think I could do this but I need a little more space for my 2 cats. Keep it up to reach your dream.
That was very helpful, Thank you(for sharing)!🤗
It looks to me like you could do some cooking segments! Or write a cook book. Everything looks so yummy!