I don't expect Kevin will ever read this but, I find the casual talking in between so comforting. Kevin really shows some emotional maturity. Idk just makes me feel like he's in a better place now, which is so good to hear. I know we all just want the best for him.
This was my exact thought, when he mentioned a small amount of medication, I immediately went to "ohhh, ADHD meds I bet". Resonated a lot because I just had the same transformation.
@@johnspencer3794 this video and jaiden's about ADHD dadngerously relate to me a lot, they're kinda pushing me to get help or meds for me to be not a overthinking adhd wreck, should I start getting help? it's scary and expensive though isn't it, but i don't know
@@derpedfox I was diagnosed a few months ago, at 35. It has helped. I can understand who I am, how I am, why I am the way I am. I'm not on medication yet because of some unrelated health concerns, but I really look forward to finding a bit of calm. It's worth at least knowing if you have it.
Average skill diy is sooooo much more interesting than "I'm actually a master carpenter and spend 90% of my time creating masterpeices" diy. This was genuinely fun to watch and oddly uplifting. Thanks, Irish man!
On top of the "I'm actually a master carpenter and spend 90% of my time creating masterpieces" there's usually also; "And I also have access to over $100,000 worth of tools that I inherited from my dead uncle and just so happen to have a network of contractors and construction geniuses and have unlimited access to their materials"
I am BEGGING you, please make more content of you diy-ing or creating/renovating ANYTHING! As an adhd human as well, I LOVE the way you go about all of this and it was very entertaining and also heartwarming, wholesome and very funny to see you in this kind of setting. It looks great and I hope you love it and that you’re very proud of yourself! Great job! 🥰🫶🏻
I agree, but I just wanna add: Please don't film it with the glasses camera tho. All the movement made me actually throw up when I was hungover trying to watch this the first time XD Love the content, Hate the camera movements.
I agree this video is so awesome and inspiring- also genuinely relatable I want to build a little mini camper+ diy anything is literally 100% of the time a good time even if it’s frustrating at times it’s cool to see somebody figure it out and talk it through it. Also So good for the brain to work with your hands. Maybe good for ur hands too idk
I love watching fellow ADHDers get into long projects that we totally not anticipated the extent of well with barely a plan at all but still manages to pull through. It's my favourite genre of videos and my favourite life philosophy. Nice to see it on your channel too.
I like how this DIY project is so much more realistic than most on youtube. With all the exhaustion at the frustrating parts and the quick fixes and the corner cutting and the procrastination. It's not perfect but you truly did it yourself for yourself and that's what really matters in stuff like this.
This was exactly my thought. I'm adhd too, and this is exactly the kind if nonsense I'd get into. I'm going to assume he's on medication now though, given he's actually finishing it. 😅
I'm guilty. I started a micro camper project 3 years go, brought everything for it but procrastinated for 2 years before even attempting it. Took another year to get to where i am now (95%), i still need to carpet the walls and upholster the seat/ bed. Being a perfectionist I'm anxious in doing it in case i mess up and have a crease or something, i will never be able to unsee it! haha.
I cannot explain why, but this video was really comforting to me. It's been a tough year. And I am currently slowly getting out of my deep depression, and I just guess that seeing you make something out of your difficult time gives me hope. Thanks for keeping me laughing through the impossible situations I faced in 2023.
I'm a month late to your comment but I just wanted to say that I'm proud of you for hanging in there. As someone who struggled with depression as well, I want you to know that it's really impressive of you that you're still here and still going. Well done mate, I hope your days get better :)
@@LaLune117 I am so very sorry for your loss. A teacher whom I considered a role model of mine took her own life earlier this year. She was not my life partner, but it really took a toll on me, so I can most definitely sympathise. Should you ever feel the need to vent to a stranger, feel free to continue replying to my comment. Keep your head up. I wish you many bright sunsets, pretty flowers in your garden and many dogs who come up to you on the street to say Hi with much enthusiasm
I'm only at 20 minutes, but can I suggest more content of Kevin walking around in nature? Helping bees, listening to birds, reflecting on stuff. It's awesome.
Kevin! I'm a certified RV Technician and I am so proud of you! That was a beast of an undertaking and you did a great job, way to go! I'm not sure what you already know and have already done, but I do have some tips if you'd like them: 1) To make extra sure no more water leaks in through the roof, seal all the roof fixtures on the edges and screws with Dicor self-leveling RV sealant. 2) To seal the edges of the roof around the trim that connects to the side walls of the body, use non-sag Dicor RV sealant. Cover the trim with tape (Dicor is messy and hard to clean) and smooth the Dicor into the nooks and crannies. Make sure to peel the tape before the sealant dries too much though or it could take the sealant with it. 3) In the future, if you ever decide for whatever reason that you want to paint the exterior again, remove the metal trims and window frames beforehand and paint them separately, then stick some Butyl tape onto the backs before reinstalling them. And seal the edges and screws with clear silicone to prevent future water damage. But on the windows, don't seal the bottom with silicone, that way if water does get in somehow, it has somewhere to escape. (To smooth out silicone, spray it with soapy water before you run your finger over it) 4) I'm not sure what kind of wallpaper you're using but if it's durable enough that it won't get damaged by tape then you could use the hinge method. So if anything happens to it and you need to redo it or touch up a section, leave the backing paper on and tape around the edges to hold it where you want it, then run a long piece of tape across the middle to serve as a hinge. Peel the backing paper off one half and use a squeegee/scraper with a felt edge to smooth the paper out as you go, then peel the tape and do the other half. You might also be able to remove some of the bubbles by poking teeny tiny holes in them with a scalpel and lightly running a heat gun over it. Be gentle when pushing the air out of the bubbles so you don't tear the paper. 5) To secure the edges of the floor and ceiling to prevent rolling or peeling, you can just add some snazzy molding trims to anchor them. This video was a delight to watch, can't wait to see your next project, Kevo!
We should all like and comment under here so Kevin can see this! Some of it I had to find out the hard way and it’s so great that this community always tries to be helpful (except in Chaos Mod 😅)
Yeah this is info gold here. Not sure he glued the vinyl carpet down, but I was planning on recommending trim and silicone. It's that last step that takes your project to the next level for sure.
This is just an Irish dude falling in love with himself again. Thank you SO much for taking us through your mental health/ depression journey. I’m starting one myself and this is inspiring. We got this, much love ❤️❤️
oh your in my boat. it all starts with sadness some form of addiction (i have three) and then the slow self hate because you are not doing anything productive and are so lazy even so you have so much to do. and....fuck this im tired.
There's something poetic about how he said that grey should be included with green as colors that represent Ireland, then he used those two colors to decorate the interior from the repurposed wood.
kevin repeatedly calling himself lazy while doing a massive project that took him literal years to do is pretty nuts. this is probably how i sound to my friends when i call myself lazy when i write "only" 500 words a day instead of 3k words and has inspired me to be less mean to myself. thanks, kevin!
I mean if he wanted it done faster he should have just ripped everything out. Made sure everything got sealed and rebuild the floor and walls. Trying to work around well old crap stuff will always take longer.
This comment inspired me to be less mean to myself too. I also beat myself up for "only" writing 500 words instead of at least 1k, but hearing it put like this really made me feel better❤
@@Notpoop906 Thats just the faster way, but he wanted to keep the original furniture in there so he took the longer way. though reading my comment back it does sound a little rude.
Dear Keven, As a person who is suffering with clinical depression, Seeing you start this project and your struggles gives me hope. I will tell you what everyone always tells me. Stop being so hard on yourself. You started a project and saw it through to the end. That is a beautiful thing and fills me with hope for myself. Thank you for all the years of great content. You inspire many of us to be better.
It's funny, I'm in a similar boat. Just been very depressed. I shouldn't be, everything's been going great. Graduated Uni, got a full time job right out of college, the girl of my dreams is talking to me seriously. But I have no motivation. This video made me feel...*something*. I don't know what, but I want to do something like this. Oddly enough, it just gives me motivation to do *things*.
@@cyanideisfun One thing my therapist told me was, "just because you SHOULDN'T be some way, won't change the fact that something IS that way. 'SHOULD' is a word filled with judgment, and I don't think that judging your state of mind will lead you to a better place"(paraphrased because I can't exactly quote her😅) Yeah, things may SEEM like they're going okay, but if you're feeling this way to Begin with, there is clearly something wrong. Something is missing and you don't know what. If you are feeling this way, my advice is to simply ask yourself what you think may be missing. Saying that things should be fine is like saying that the Sun should be shining on a stormy day. Maybe it isn't shining, but the Sun is still there. When it's ready and it knows why it won't shine in a storm, it will eventually come out with the storm to make a rainbow 🌈-accepting the fact that it WASN'T gonna shine today, but now it's comfortable enough to shine along with the storm. So whatever you're going through, instead of saying what it should be, ask yourself why it isn't, and what can be done about it, and what you can learn from it. This is a process on its own. In a way, I'm going through the same thing. It takes years to figure out and to accept. I hope that whatever storm you're going through passes with flowers 🌹🌺 newly bloomed on its wake. Be kind to yourself and remember your humanity. We aren't perfect and everything is feeling some way or another for a reason. Thank you for reading this and I wish you nothing but the best.😊
@@MoonstarSpace06 That is such a lovely sentiment, and one I don't think I've ever heard before. Though, I suppose I have heard similar ones- a favorite of mine is from the brother of one of my mom's oldest friends, that is just a great reminder when you feel bad about feeling bad: 'just because you aren't suffering the _most_ doesn't mean you aren't suffering' (also a paraphrase), it's great to be compassionate for others, but we so often forget to have compassion for ourselves! Anyway, I hope you (and me, and everyone, I suppose) are doing well and wish you the best of luck moving forward!
if the wrinkles on the ceiling are still bothering you, use a heat gun (or even a hair dryer on a heat setting) LIGHTLY over the spots and you can use the mini hand roller you have to roll the wrinkles out more easily. this project turned out really well, you did a phenomenal job with this.
I did not expect this video to be so insanely comforting. Almost felt like facetime call. Watching someone doing something they’re not an expert at is just so great. I think not being the best at something, holds me back a lot of the time. You start comparing yourself to social media etc. But this is so much more genuine and real. The end and seing the final result was just so satisfying. I honestly think Kevin could make anything entertaining, by just being himself. So excited to see your next project❤
I appreciate the little talk you gave halfway through about being able to appreciate the smaller things in life, but also the bigger picture, after working through a lot of your mental health journey. I know what that's like so it was really nice to hear you talk about it. I'm glad you're doing better now, truly!
It's probably because I'm 30 now and therefore ancient in internet terms, but watching a DIY renovation video mixed with Kevin's humor and style was exactly what I wanted without realizing it, I'd love to see more of this in the future
Same I was just thinking that I’m sort of getting too old for video game videos and then Kevin released this and I feel like it was just the content I was looking for 😅
Watching a genuine man with genuine struggles in his genuine hobby makes me want to try out new things, sometimes the best way to motivate someone is letting them know that struggling is completely normal and no one is born a pro
Kevin renovated a caravan by himself and I deep cleaned my room after a 6 month depressive episode. I know it seems small comparing them, but I'm proud of both of us. No matter what you did today, big or small, whether it took 3 years or 3 hours, I'm proud of you
I love when you show us what you've been getting up to outside of gaming. A caravan transformation today, a bank robbery the next, the possibilities are endless
I have been procrastinating putting together my children's rooms. I am fighting for custody and it is a mental game each time I enter those rooms. If Kevin can make a beautiful caravan, I can do my children's rooms! Thanks Kevin!
I'm 38 minutes into the video and I can confidently say that this is my favourite video of Kevin. Especially the part where he talks about his mental health, I could relate to it a lot. Honestly made me feel much better and it reminds me that Kevin has a life outside his content
Right? With my ADHD & OCD I can get so hyper focused on a single thing, and it will legit cause me pain to walk away or let it "not be perfect." I'm slowly learning how to handle things, but it's a slow journey. Just looking at my house reflects that.
Everyone note Kev's attention to safety when breaking down sheet goods on the table saw. He stands a little bit or all the way to the side of the workpiece so that in the event of kickback, it doesn't blast him in the old marital gear. He also holds the material by the side and doesn't reach behind the blade to pull it through, because that can instantly pull your hand through the blade. He has the riving knife and guard in place, he's referencing the rip fence, and he's got side and outfeed support all around. Safely breaking down plywood, solo, on a little jobsite table saw, is all just technique. Nice! I've seen handyman tv presenters with their own shows who didn't follow these practices.
Watched to the end - as someone who finds it hard to do things because they don't turn out as perfect as I'd like, I really appreciate this. The big picture here is it looks great, despite the wrinkles!
As someone who has just really accepted that I do have ADHD, it's refreshing to see someone tackle a project the same way as I would. I get so disappointed in myself when i see people tackle projects with a clear plan and follow through with it. Thank you Kevin for healing my ADHD soul
I feel you. I'm trying to get through parts of med school I don't really fancy and really don't feel like doing, while seeing non-adhd people just tackle them down 😂😭 How??
i know what you mean. ive got ADD and my room is a mess with so many projects that I've put of for a year or more but I don't like ditching them or throwing stuff away.
It was sad to see your "retiring" video, but I was also happy to see you move on from TH-cam as a job and enjoy it more as a hobby. I still miss your daily uploads, but we would never get this amazing video if they were a thing. This is one of my favorite videos of yours, and honestly, I'm starting to like more the Saturday uploads. The quality and passion you can put into each video make them even more special and truly worth a week-long wait. Keep it up Kevin, see you next Saturday!
@shezmu6928 Agreed. I'm hoping that Kevin (and many other TH-camrs that have especially been at it since the beginning ), start doing what Felix (PewDiePie) has done. I have respect for how Felix handled his "retirement" from TH-cam. Where he basically states that he's going to upload whatever/ whenever he wants and get back into enjoying the old days of filming, with no real deadline or restrictions. (Something along those lines). I hope that Kevin and the other veteran TH-camrs do this as well. 😸💞🙏
Kevin, I've always loved your non-video game videos (like Baking Bad) because they really allow your physical comedy to shine. This video was unexpected, delightful, hilarious, and wholesome all at the same time. I'm amazed you've been documenting this for two years!
This video actually is where I found out he has ADHD (I do too), and that's probably why I love his videos so much 😅 Gotta go watch the non video game videos now that I know they exist!
"do I want it done perfect or do I want it done?" DUDE THAT'S THE MANTRA. I'm still trying to embody it but I only had it as an epiphany like this year so. We'll get there
Remember this "nothing can be perfect, and in chasing perfection you might create imperfections" basically, nothing is or can be perfect, and trying to make something perfect can and will usually lead to creating more issues.
@@S_H9260nah thats just lazy. If something is worth doing then it’s worth doing right, don’t half ass stuff. Take pride in your work. Do your absolute best. Maybe it’ll look like shit, but eventually it won’t🤷🏻
I think it's so sweet that you mentioned that Anna would be happy. I'm glad you're taking the time to spend it with loved ones Kevin. While it's nice to be alone sometimes, being with people is so nice
@@Aemos7they are still!! from what i’m understand, anna was in norway for a few weeks for a big boujee chess event, so i think kevin went back to ireland so he wouldn’t be bored and lonely :)) she just posted on her instagram this morning talking about some things they were doing this week, so we have confirmation they’re still together haha
Not sure how much you see comments on old vids Kevin, but after finally watching this I just had to comment. As someone who also got diagnosed with ADHD as an adult so much of what you talked about was really familiar and stuff I've struggled with too, like taking on too much out of excitement, burning out, the disappointment and self doubt. And then the positive changes after starting treatment, not overthinking so much, being able to be more present, not obsessing over the details and actually getting stuff done... It was really relatable hearing you talking about these things and I really loved watching the project come along. Loved the video, and I'd definitely be excited to see more content like this in the future! All the best to you, and good luck with all your future projects too!
One of the best things I've found for helping my depression is having a project and some manual labor. Sometimes, just working with you hands, figuring stuff out without a step-by-step guide, adding the final details and basking in the warmth of your creation does wonderful things for your head. The Baravan looks phenomenal. Good work mate.
and big things! like as opposed to little fiddly things. eg i love sewing but my brain just can't handle it when i'm in a bad spot. so i gotta figure out something with larger bits so i can still do stuff and not get bored lol
i'm the opposite lol. having an ongoing project gives me severe anxiety and dominates my every thought until its finished or scrapped. and it causes me to become very depressed. as sad as it is, i feel much better with absolutely nothing going on.
i love how all the older gaming channels are transitioning into their other interests while keeping their personalities. it makes me so happy to see them being authentic and its still really great content
Those hints towards the end of a even huger project fills me with dread since it can mean only one thing. Kevin is Irish, Kevin does not like painting, the next project is bigger than a caravan, so, what is bigger than a caravan, available in Ireland and does not require painting? That's right. Kevin has obviously bought a castle as a fix-er-up-er. May potato have mercy on both his and our souls.
Most therapeutic video ever. I really needed to see this right now. I'm glad I saved it for when I needed it. It's also inspiring because I always wished I had the know how to do projects like this, but I'm also a perfectionist to a fault. I'd like to get over that and just go in like Kevin did and just do it. It turned out so amazing.
Decided to throw this on while cleaning up my depression apartment because I haven't felt up to it in months. The earnest talk you have about your mental health hit me very deeply. I am glad things have been better for you, I hope they continue upwards.
ah the adhd experience... obsession and then ignoring your obsessions when they become a chore. beautiful. not finished the video yet but it's looking great and i love your random thoughts love ya kevin!
I actually started crying at the end of this video. Not a little cry, but big ugly tears, because I was so proud of Kevin for finishing his project 😅. Most of the time, I feel totally paralysed by all the things I need to do. And there's just far, far too many piles of resources around my house for projects I just HAD to do, but ran out of steam before I actually started them (or right after). My own mental health journey has a bit further to go, my ADHD cocktail still needing tweaking, but I think tomorrow I shall try and finish something. It might not be the whole bathroom reno, the new curtains, the replacement flooring for my living room, the infinite amount of painting, the cupboard lining, or even the 30 odd decorations I bought for my walls... but, something. And if that goes ok, I'll try another. Thanks for hanging with me Kevin, creating content these last couple years, even when it was hard for you. Thank you for making me laugh when I was low, and motivating me to try when I didn't see a point. I'm not one of those people that get muddy up parasocial relationships, I don't assume I know you or understand anything beyond what you explain. But what you create feels positive, honest, friendly, and weirdly wholesome 😅. And you've had a profound impact on myself, and countless others. So, thank you. We appreciate you too 😊 You just do you, we'll be here for it.
im in the same boat as you...i have so many things to fix. and the wind is making even more work for me. you feel weak and have no energy to do anything and end up doing nothing all day other then youtube and fkin league. perhaps ill get up and do something right now...and when i come back ill finish the video perhaps i wont...who knows.
this comment made me tear up ❤🥺🥹 I relate to this a lot. I’m proud of you for finishing your projects n things no matter big or small- if it’s art or how cool it is. ❤❤❤ sending love
"I know we associate Ireland with green a lot, but I think we should also associate grey with it." I actually already do. You really notice it in places with little plants, like towns and such. But the Grey does really make the Green pop though.
My favourite part of this is Kevin talking about his mental health battle. As someone who came home from being diagnosed with adhd and suspected autism it was a relief to see Kevin's video the same day talking about the same thing. Seeing him do this project honestly putting it off is very relatable. I have half finished art works and projects everywhere and its like... Im not broken and will finish theses things one day, maybe in a few years but i will finish. Thank you Kevin
If you have wrinkles/bubbles in the ceiling that bother you - try putting small slits in them with a box cutter knife, and you should be able to flatten them out. Looks great, tho! 😎👍
Going back and forth between stuff and leaving things for a year is very relatable. I have ADHD and I just started some medication and now I've started to crochet, it's been the most fulfilling thing. When you finish stuff like this it's so rewarding dude 👍
I'm proud of Kevin. That was a HUGE job. The ceiling contact paper, however... it hurt me. In my soul. So painful. But that can be a really tough and frustrating job for someone who is new to it, and doing it solo. But for a first time reno, he did so good and I'm a little jealous because it looked soooo fun. Also, SUPER relatable. As someone with ADHD and about 14 unfinished projects laying around that I've started over the last couple of years, and about 9 other projects that I've yet to start... you've given me some motivation to work on 4 of them. Will I? Probably not, because of ADHD paralysis. But it's the thought that counts. 😂 This was excellent and it turned out BEAUTIFUL. Please do more DIY and reno videos!! For future reference - toss the little roller. Use your yardstick/level/ruler and push and scrape the edge of it along the contact paper, AS you lay it, not after you've stuck it. And if your surface allows, you can use a solution (typically just some dish soap and water, but sometimes there are different solutions; Google is your friend if you're new) and spray that on your surface as you lay your paper. It will allow you to slide and readjust your paper while it's on the surface. Makes things easier. Dark ceilings make small areas look smaller though, but it looked very retro woody so it works. (P.S. Caulk or sealant for small gaps between the wall and counter tops, flooring, etc; small quarter round moulding for larger gaps)
The fact that it’s not perfect but still looks SO good is really encouraging. My uncle taught me some woodworking when I was a teenager, maybe it’s about time I use those skills again.
I legit had no idea you were so handy! I know you constantly talk about how you didn't know what you were doing, but despite that you got it done, the results were great, and you didn't lose any limbs in the process (that we know of). I really enjoy these KevIRL videos honestly. Excellent bee roll, and when you started scrubbing the sides of the caravan with a broom and a mop it was just like House Flipper! Hope you have an extra cup or two of serotonins to celebrate.
The choice to express emotion facing away from camera and cutting to first person really was subtle and lovely. Glad you are taking care of your mental health, Kev. You’re the best!
I have watched this video about 4-5times... I don't remember probably more 😅 I have never seen anything more relatable. I have had a gardening project for over 2years and to restart things off I reorganised my dining area, didn't finish and and then spent today cleaned out my garage. So garden project still pending. I enjoy all your videos and I really appreciate your honestly about your struggles. I really like your older videos but your new ones since your new years break down... It's really love the new ones more. ❤ I hope you and your boss Anna are doing great! She is so cool and so beautiful! 😊
Kevin, the little speech around 15 mins in was seriously fantastic. Really felt that you were talking about my experience with late diagnosed adult ADHD, and the difference treatment/medication makes. Honestly teared up a little bit at it! Keep being you 🧡
This actually turned out incredibly cute! The color-blocking of the grey & teal was a nice touch, & it's rad that you reused so many materials for this project. I also love the fabric you chose for the reupholstered cushions! Watching this makes me miss my carpentry training, & working as a maintenance tech. It's such a joy to get to have a bunch of varied little projects to work on, I wish I had a yard or a workshop, cuz I'd be doing the exact same thing. Tips for the future would be these: Painting (my nemesis) is a hell of a lot easier if you just mask everything off first. Unscrew/remove anything you can (windows, fixture covers, etc.), tape off all the stuff you don't want painted, "cut in" the outside edges of the area with a 2- or 3-inch brush, then use a roller for the rest. That way you don't have to be nearly as precise with the rolling, which means it'll go a bit faster, & you'll have less touching-up to do in the end. As far as flooring goes, a sturdy carpenter's square or heavy-duty straightedge is invaluable. Great for last-minute measurements, & really useful for when you need a hard edge to help push the flooring down while you're cutting against things (as you were during the final fitting). I can't wait to see what you do next! And if you ever did a timelapse of you cleaning/organizing your workshop, I'd watch every second.
What do you mean I just watched a gamer retiree remodel a caravan for 1:02:41 straight? It felt like half an hour tops... As always, great editing and comedic timing, Kevin truly is a cinematic and architectural genius
Kevin was rundown like the caravan but taking a step back from youtube has got him feeling all good and new again. It's great to see him doing so well after struggling a while back :')
Tip for the bubbles on the ceiling… Cut a VERY SMALL centimeter long slice in the middle of the bubble and then roll over the bubble to push the air out.
I know I'm echoing a lot of people here, but this video really shows the ways ADHD can affect a project. The way you describe certain tasks as fun and not fun, the way the project became the only thing that was important to you for different lengths of time and vice versa- all of these things felt so relatable as someone who has dealt with ADHD their whole life. Most importantly, this project and video of yours and your team is unbelievably, uniquely, uproariously inspirational. I always seem to have 2-5 projects going on in some capacity and another 3 or so in my brain ready to be started. But Kevin, you fecking finished this one! Not only that, but you pursued it even after you experienced a significant loss of interest in it. If I were you I would consider that an accomplishment comparable to building the pyramids by yourself. Thank you for making me feel real.
Having a little caravan or RV is like the retiree version of having a treehouse. It's just a small space that you can escape to and relax without any of your normal day-to-day worries bothering you. I'm glad Kevin kept it up, and now has a quiet little space to look at (while avoiding touching) grass occasionally glimpse the sun when it chooses to shine.
So the woodstain issue: sanding and prep. You can get two different looking results depending on the sanding. Against the grain, worn sandpaper, coarse sanding etc will all affect the way a stain looks! It’s wild and annoying 😅. But yeah my best guess is that the one that came out darker either had fresh sandpaper or a coarser sandpaper. That tends to make the stain dark. Hope that helps!
I got a dog in the beginning of 2022 and got diagnosed with ADHD around the same time as you, beginning of 2023. Watching this video, I saw a lot of similarities in the mental growth I’ve also done in these past two years with a different kind of project aka my dog (which I fortunately couldn’t quit!). It is so nice to see you use all the random small skills and interests you’ve acquired in this video and many others, and use the same mantra as me: GOOD ENOUGH IS PERFECT. One day I wish I’ll have my own yard, messy workshop and as many levels as you do Kevin. Thank you for all you do!
im so impressed by this??? like, just the fact that you FINISHED it even though you hated the painting is awesome.. i also have ADHD and know how hard finishing a long term project is, but seeing you actually push through and make something so cozy and nice inspires me to finish AT LEAST one of my projects. you are so cool, thank you for being you! :-)
It's great to hear that you found some meds that really helped you function better. A perfectionist that gets too caught up in details and never finishes projects is too relatable...
Thanks for the video. I felt all the emotions of giving up when things were going wrong. I don't know what it is, but when I have things go wrong on woodworking projects or tasks that need my brain power and things go wrong, I usually just walk away and say "I JUST CAN'T TODAY". Try to get back and then get disheartened about it and feel like a failure. It is nice to see that you walked away for so long and came back and made something that looked amazing. Thank you for this.
This might be the most diverse content in one channel. Games, tv show reaction, ADHD diagnosis, learning to skateboard, now renovation. I'm here for it all...sometimes. When I feel like it. Much like his content... For real though, I wish I could do it. Just whatever I want, and get paid for it. Not saying editing isn't the real work being done here.
52:15 When he's saying it'll look like a design choice but it was really improv to fix a mistake he made - it reminds me of every video you see of people trying to follow along to Bob Ross's paintings. They always mess up somewhere in what they're trying to paint, and then they recover, and their painting just ends up being different. It's analogous to people trying to be something/someone, or a goal you're trying to reach. It happens, and it can be cool when it happens.
23:49 Kevin opening the window and it just... completely giving up, had me cry-laughing for like 5 minutes straight. It feels so ridiculous, but I just kept rewinding and completely cracking up every time I watched it. Bless you Kevin, seeing your videos is always a good time.
To be honest this is my new favorite CallMeKevin video. I'm sure plenty of people have said it, but we're here for your personality, Kevin. This project felt so much more relaxed when I could just sit and listen to what you're saying rather than worrying about focusing on gameplay or something. I loved it, it was amazing, and I hope your make a video with your next project too. :)
The way Kevin was using those L-brackets to hold up the little shelf gave me a good laugh, "but if it works it ain't stupid". In all honesty you did a great job Kevin. 😎
Loved everything about this. Loved how you not only showed the ups, but the downs. Speaking out about your mental state and working through it. You’re becoming one of my favorites Kevin.
It feels like you always talk down on yourself, in a jockingly manner a lot of the time of course, but it's nice to see other aspects of you where you show skills that we never knew you had. The bar-a-van turned out real pretty, and it feels very cozy, I hope you're proud of what you accomplished because you should be. Can't wait to see what else you have for us next !
I love these types of videos! It was suggested by RT to have all the Irish Lads do a road trip in Ireland together and I think that would be amazing! Maybe even haul this trailer while on the trip!
@@DeeVeeBee8 If you watch the RT Stream for Geoguesser with the Irish Lads(it is an older video), RT made the suggestion, I can't remember the exact time in the video
You know the way you cut that floor 39:35 is how your supposed to cut it at the end to make sure the fit is perfect so good on you for figuring that out on your own! It was very nicely done! Only tip I could possibly give you is to where your knife slipped cut down along the corner first that way there is a break and your knife has an easier time stopping. But honestly you won't ever see that cut if you didn't know it was there. Great job on the caravan Kevin!
I could get behind a whole channel of Kevin doing stuff like this. It's rare I sit and watch an hour long TH-cam video, but this was just so cozy and relatable and relaxing.
Look at you being a handy man! I don't know what all goes into a project like that but it turned out super cute and cozy. May you two enjoy many glorious days in your creation. And the diamond art of Jim was just the cherry on top.
As someone whose mental wellbeing has been profoundly shyte lately, it's so nice to see Kevin doing well. I've watched him for a long time, and it's such a comfort to see him coming out the other side of his recent struggles. I hope to be there with him soon.
The part falling off at 1:02:27 is just amazingly hilarious timing! And what a renovation! Love seeing renovations, as they are very satisfying. The result was beautiful!
I am really none to have a parasocial relation to youtubers, but I will say: Having one of my fave youtubers also go through a mental health crisis, and basically renovating a huge project, while GREATLY overestimating your own skills is kinda healing and... nice. That video was such a vibe and really made me happy in a way. LIke hell yeah. not alone.
What an endearing tale. It has been a truly amazing journey not just for you but for us in the measly hour we had to see your progress. I look forward to the next project you do! The interior of the caravan when it was finished absolutely blew my mind. It blends in quite well with a garden. Hell, I’d live out of that.
amazing how Kevin went from being the top sims player to absorbing my late grandfather's spirit and showing off his workshop. what a multi tasking king
perfectionism for me has totally been a double-edged sword in terms of being a blessing and a curse. on one hand, it helps me create stuff that i'm genuinely proud of and is of some serious quality, but on the other hand, i can get in my own head if something isn't working out as i initially pictured and that causes me to just shut down and stop working, unfortunately. glad to hear/see you've been doing a lot better with your mental health recently!
It's easy to forget that Kevin is an actual adult who has hobbies and skills, and not just a man who tortures video game characters.
True, oddly enough !😂
I never knew this side of Kevin existed.
Yeah, he tortures himself irl too.
It’s almost like knowing someone through TH-cam videos is like not knowing them at all… or something, idk.
@my2bit2cents78 Wrong. My parasocial relationship with him let's me know everything about him
I don't expect Kevin will ever read this but, I find the casual talking in between so comforting. Kevin really shows some emotional maturity. Idk just makes me feel like he's in a better place now, which is so good to hear. I know we all just want the best for him.
wait... he is in a better place? he is dead??? NOOOOOO 😭😭😭💀😭😭😭
No, he’s in a Baravan 😅
@@LittleKikuyu and isn’t that the best place an Irishman could be?
Yeah he's super chill and genuine person. It's like a therapy session listening to him narrate and talk.
Jokes on u, he saw it and hearted it. Don’t edit it though or the heart will go away
Doing 20% of a project over two years and then 80% in six days is the most beautifully adhd thing I have ever heard
This was my exact thought, when he mentioned a small amount of medication, I immediately went to "ohhh, ADHD meds I bet".
Resonated a lot because I just had the same transformation.
@@johnspencer3794 this video and jaiden's about ADHD dadngerously relate to me a lot, they're kinda pushing me to get help or meds for me to be not a overthinking adhd wreck, should I start getting help? it's scary and expensive though isn't it, but i don't know
@@johnspencer3794 Same, I really enjoyed this video. It made me feel very seen haha. Oh nice name btw
@@derpedfox I was diagnosed a few months ago, at 35. It has helped. I can understand who I am, how I am, why I am the way I am. I'm not on medication yet because of some unrelated health concerns, but I really look forward to finding a bit of calm. It's worth at least knowing if you have it.
I'm a procrastinator and this is usually how my DIY home projects go 😂
“It’s so I can sit in the garden and still be inside” most relatable thing I’ve ever heard
Making sugar water for the bee…the birds nest…it’s like watching a documentary about an Irish dude failing to become a Disney princess 🤭
He already had the random butterfly, win some lose some lol.
So cute with the bee
Succeeding*
Loved this.
@@JJ_5545 Falling upwards* Its more apropiate, very Kevin-like.
Average skill diy is sooooo much more interesting than "I'm actually a master carpenter and spend 90% of my time creating masterpeices" diy. This was genuinely fun to watch and oddly uplifting. Thanks, Irish man!
Maybe that's why I felt so compelled to watch it in its entirety
so true!!
Truee
I think it's part of also being like "What the fuck am I doing" that I vibe with
On top of the "I'm actually a master carpenter and spend 90% of my time creating masterpieces" there's usually also; "And I also have access to over $100,000 worth of tools that I inherited from my dead uncle and just so happen to have a network of contractors and construction geniuses and have unlimited access to their materials"
I am BEGGING you, please make more content of you diy-ing or creating/renovating ANYTHING! As an adhd human as well, I LOVE the way you go about all of this and it was very entertaining and also heartwarming, wholesome and very funny to see you in this kind of setting. It looks great and I hope you love it and that you’re very proud of yourself! Great job! 🥰🫶🏻
Agreed, I liked this video a lot.
+1
Wayyy back in the day he renovated his house and was always posting it
I agree, but I just wanna add: Please don't film it with the glasses camera tho. All the movement made me actually throw up when I was hungover trying to watch this the first time XD
Love the content, Hate the camera movements.
I agree this video is so awesome and inspiring- also genuinely relatable I want to build a little mini camper+ diy anything is literally 100% of the time a good time even if it’s frustrating at times it’s cool to see somebody figure it out and talk it through it. Also So good for the brain to work with your hands. Maybe good for ur hands too idk
i love him using the level on the shelves and tables, without thinking whether the caravan sitting on wheels is level
Omg I thought the same thing 😂 like level the whole thing first lol
I don't think he plans to move it so the only levelling issue would be whether the tires lose more air right?
@@waffl3heart huh?
An hour of Kevin?!?!? What a birthday! (For someone out there, it’s not my birthday)
Happy not birthday. Say it back
@@CallMeKevinHappy not Birthday
Happy not birthday @@CallMeKevin
@@CallMeKevinhappy not birthday to you too Kevin 😂
Happpy not birthday Kevin and Calum!
I love it when Kevin does non-videogame stuff because it reminds me that I'm not here for the gameplay, I'm here for Kevin.
Absolutely, Kevin is such a great character!
"I'm not here for the gameplay, I'm here for Kevin." Well said. Well, Kevin and Jim Pickins.
Yeah that goes with other TH-camrs too, they're all so amazing you just want to keep on watching them 😊
I love watching fellow ADHDers get into long projects that we totally not anticipated the extent of well with barely a plan at all but still manages to pull through.
It's my favourite genre of videos and my favourite life philosophy.
Nice to see it on your channel too.
I like how this DIY project is so much more realistic than most on youtube. With all the exhaustion at the frustrating parts and the quick fixes and the corner cutting and the procrastination. It's not perfect but you truly did it yourself for yourself and that's what really matters in stuff like this.
This was exactly my thought. I'm adhd too, and this is exactly the kind if nonsense I'd get into. I'm going to assume he's on medication now though, given he's actually finishing it. 😅
@@danielled8665he did say he's on meds, so ye
I'm guilty. I started a micro camper project 3 years go, brought everything for it but procrastinated for 2 years before even attempting it. Took another year to get to where i am now (95%), i still need to carpet the walls and upholster the seat/ bed. Being a perfectionist I'm anxious in doing it in case i mess up and have a crease or something, i will never be able to unsee it! haha.
stop calling every person on yt adhd
I cannot explain why, but this video was really comforting to me. It's been a tough year. And I am currently slowly getting out of my deep depression, and I just guess that seeing you make something out of your difficult time gives me hope.
Thanks for keeping me laughing through the impossible situations I faced in 2023.
True
I'm a month late to your comment but I just wanted to say that I'm proud of you for hanging in there. As someone who struggled with depression as well, I want you to know that it's really impressive of you that you're still here and still going. Well done mate, I hope your days get better :)
@@e.vanl. Thanks so much! Very kind words! My husband passed away in early 2023, so it's been a tough climb.
@@LaLune117 I am so very sorry for your loss. A teacher whom I considered a role model of mine took her own life earlier this year. She was not my life partner, but it really took a toll on me, so I can most definitely sympathise. Should you ever feel the need to vent to a stranger, feel free to continue replying to my comment. Keep your head up. I wish you many bright sunsets, pretty flowers in your garden and many dogs who come up to you on the street to say Hi with much enthusiasm
I'm only at 20 minutes, but can I suggest more content of Kevin walking around in nature? Helping bees, listening to birds, reflecting on stuff. It's awesome.
i really like the intimate vlog type videos he makes too 👍 i hope he sees these comments and makes more in the future
I loved this. “Are they kissing or fighting? Can someone tell me?”
@@kelz92 haha that made me giggle as well, he was vomiting in her beak btw which made it even more funny
Polar opposite of what he usually did in video game
Kevin! I'm a certified RV Technician and I am so proud of you! That was a beast of an undertaking and you did a great job, way to go!
I'm not sure what you already know and have already done, but I do have some tips if you'd like them:
1) To make extra sure no more water leaks in through the roof, seal all the roof fixtures on the edges and screws with Dicor self-leveling RV sealant.
2) To seal the edges of the roof around the trim that connects to the side walls of the body, use non-sag Dicor RV sealant. Cover the trim with tape (Dicor is messy and hard to clean) and smooth the Dicor into the nooks and crannies. Make sure to peel the tape before the sealant dries too much though or it could take the sealant with it.
3) In the future, if you ever decide for whatever reason that you want to paint the exterior again, remove the metal trims and window frames beforehand and paint them separately, then stick some Butyl tape onto the backs before reinstalling them. And seal the edges and screws with clear silicone to prevent future water damage. But on the windows, don't seal the bottom with silicone, that way if water does get in somehow, it has somewhere to escape. (To smooth out silicone, spray it with soapy water before you run your finger over it)
4) I'm not sure what kind of wallpaper you're using but if it's durable enough that it won't get damaged by tape then you could use the hinge method. So if anything happens to it and you need to redo it or touch up a section, leave the backing paper on and tape around the edges to hold it where you want it, then run a long piece of tape across the middle to serve as a hinge. Peel the backing paper off one half and use a squeegee/scraper with a felt edge to smooth the paper out as you go, then peel the tape and do the other half. You might also be able to remove some of the bubbles by poking teeny tiny holes in them with a scalpel and lightly running a heat gun over it. Be gentle when pushing the air out of the bubbles so you don't tear the paper.
5) To secure the edges of the floor and ceiling to prevent rolling or peeling, you can just add some snazzy molding trims to anchor them.
This video was a delight to watch, can't wait to see your next project, Kevo!
We should all like and comment under here so Kevin can see this! Some of it I had to find out the hard way and it’s so great that this community always tries to be helpful (except in Chaos Mod 😅)
@@kayasievers5968true! Im replying to you to boost this comment so Kevin can see it 👀
Good advice! Replying so Kevin can see ❤
Very interesting hope Kevin see this
Yeah this is info gold here. Not sure he glued the vinyl carpet down, but I was planning on recommending trim and silicone. It's that last step that takes your project to the next level for sure.
This is just an Irish dude falling in love with himself again. Thank you SO much for taking us through your mental health/ depression journey. I’m starting one myself and this is inspiring. We got this, much love ❤️❤️
Wait he has crippling depression?
@@flausensiebhad*
@@DexterFortune-i3estill has it. Depression don’t just go away
oh your in my boat. it all starts with sadness some form of addiction (i have three) and then the slow self hate because you are not doing anything productive and are so lazy even so you have so much to do. and....fuck this im tired.
There's something poetic about how he said that grey should be included with green as colors that represent Ireland, then he used those two colors to decorate the interior from the repurposed wood.
kevin repeatedly calling himself lazy while doing a massive project that took him literal years to do is pretty nuts. this is probably how i sound to my friends when i call myself lazy when i write "only" 500 words a day instead of 3k words and has inspired me to be less mean to myself. thanks, kevin!
I struggle to write one. Rickard Moreau is probably quite pissed at being stuck saying hello to Frank Taron, but I need to sleep right now.
I mean if he wanted it done faster he should have just ripped everything out. Made sure everything got sealed and rebuild the floor and walls. Trying to work around well old crap stuff will always take longer.
way to blow your own trumpet lol
This comment inspired me to be less mean to myself too. I also beat myself up for "only" writing 500 words instead of at least 1k, but hearing it put like this really made me feel better❤
@@Notpoop906 Thats just the faster way, but he wanted to keep the original furniture in there so he took the longer way. though reading my comment back it does sound a little rude.
Dear Keven, As a person who is suffering with clinical depression, Seeing you start this project and your struggles gives me hope. I will tell you what everyone always tells me. Stop being so hard on yourself. You started a project and saw it through to the end. That is a beautiful thing and fills me with hope for myself. Thank you for all the years of great content. You inspire many of us to be better.
Thank you for putting this into words. This video is uplifting me out of a dark time as well. Thank you for your honesty Kevin and OP.
It's funny, I'm in a similar boat. Just been very depressed. I shouldn't be, everything's been going great. Graduated Uni, got a full time job right out of college, the girl of my dreams is talking to me seriously. But I have no motivation. This video made me feel...*something*. I don't know what, but I want to do something like this. Oddly enough, it just gives me motivation to do *things*.
Keep up the good fight, depression brother.
@@cyanideisfun One thing my therapist told me was, "just because you SHOULDN'T be some way, won't change the fact that something IS that way. 'SHOULD' is a word filled with judgment, and I don't think that judging your state of mind will lead you to a better place"(paraphrased because I can't exactly quote her😅)
Yeah, things may SEEM like they're going okay, but if you're feeling this way to Begin with, there is clearly something wrong. Something is missing and you don't know what. If you are feeling this way, my advice is to simply ask yourself what you think may be missing. Saying that things should be fine is like saying that the Sun should be shining on a stormy day. Maybe it isn't shining, but the Sun is still there. When it's ready and it knows why it won't shine in a storm, it will eventually come out with the storm to make a rainbow 🌈-accepting the fact that it WASN'T gonna shine today, but now it's comfortable enough to shine along with the storm. So whatever you're going through, instead of saying what it should be, ask yourself why it isn't, and what can be done about it, and what you can learn from it.
This is a process on its own. In a way, I'm going through the same thing. It takes years to figure out and to accept. I hope that whatever storm you're going through passes with flowers 🌹🌺 newly bloomed on its wake. Be kind to yourself and remember your humanity. We aren't perfect and everything is feeling some way or another for a reason. Thank you for reading this and I wish you nothing but the best.😊
@@MoonstarSpace06 That is such a lovely sentiment, and one I don't think I've ever heard before. Though, I suppose I have heard similar ones- a favorite of mine is from the brother of one of my mom's oldest friends, that is just a great reminder when you feel bad about feeling bad: 'just because you aren't suffering the _most_ doesn't mean you aren't suffering' (also a paraphrase), it's great to be compassionate for others, but we so often forget to have compassion for ourselves!
Anyway, I hope you (and me, and everyone, I suppose) are doing well and wish you the best of luck moving forward!
if the wrinkles on the ceiling are still bothering you, use a heat gun (or even a hair dryer on a heat setting) LIGHTLY over the spots and you can use the mini hand roller you have to roll the wrinkles out more easily. this project turned out really well, you did a phenomenal job with this.
Wouldn't the heat distort the lines?
That would help, but I think the problem is that the ceiling itself isn't perfect.
40:14 it was a sign! an old nursery rhyme about magpies says one for sorrow, two for joy, so it seems like you were blessed that day!
I did not expect this video to be so insanely comforting. Almost felt like facetime call. Watching someone doing something they’re not an expert at is just so great. I think not being the best at something, holds me back a lot of the time. You start comparing yourself to social media etc. But this is so much more genuine and real. The end and seing the final result was just so satisfying. I honestly think Kevin could make anything entertaining, by just being himself. So excited to see your next project❤
I appreciate the little talk you gave halfway through about being able to appreciate the smaller things in life, but also the bigger picture, after working through a lot of your mental health journey. I know what that's like so it was really nice to hear you talk about it. I'm glad you're doing better now, truly!
Wanted to say the same thing!!
i had the same thought, just wasn't sure how to put it into words so thank you lol :,)
It's probably because I'm 30 now and therefore ancient in internet terms, but watching a DIY renovation video mixed with Kevin's humor and style was exactly what I wanted without realizing it, I'd love to see more of this in the future
Agreed!
Same I was just thinking that I’m sort of getting too old for video game videos and then Kevin released this and I feel like it was just the content I was looking for 😅
Never too old for games.@@ohboiherewego6831
same!!!
Im 20 and im genuinely loving this. It feels refereshing to watch.
Edit: I finished watching. And damn i was not ready for this to be so motivating
Watching a genuine man with genuine struggles in his genuine hobby makes me want to try out new things, sometimes the best way to motivate someone is letting them know that struggling is completely normal and no one is born a pro
Kevin renovated a caravan by himself and I deep cleaned my room after a 6 month depressive episode. I know it seems small comparing them, but I'm proud of both of us. No matter what you did today, big or small, whether it took 3 years or 3 hours, I'm proud of you
Well done! Having been there myself, I know how much of an undertaking that can be. I’m proud of you! 🫶
Good on you :)
And we're proud of you too ♥
Im proud of you too! May all goes well ❤
Any victory is a good victory! I can totally relate. How freaking good does it feel after a deep clean?? Shooo!
🙌👏
I love when you show us what you've been getting up to outside of gaming. A caravan transformation today, a bank robbery the next, the possibilities are endless
As a carpenter, I must say I'm impressed how well he restrained himself from eating the merang. I myself have had many a work related tummy ache
I have been procrastinating putting together my children's rooms. I am fighting for custody and it is a mental game each time I enter those rooms. If Kevin can make a beautiful caravan, I can do my children's rooms! Thanks Kevin!
not kev but, hope that goes well for you! Both the custody fighting and room arranging
I wish you the best!
I'm 38 minutes into the video and I can confidently say that this is my favourite video of Kevin. Especially the part where he talks about his mental health, I could relate to it a lot. Honestly made me feel much better and it reminds me that Kevin has a life outside his content
That part was really meaningful for me too. Something about the camera angle and Kevin’s humbleness made it a really cool moment I think.
"Do I want it done perfect or do I want it done." -- wow I really needed to hear that Kevin. You are so awesome man and this video is great!
Right? With my ADHD & OCD I can get so hyper focused on a single thing, and it will legit cause me pain to walk away or let it "not be perfect." I'm slowly learning how to handle things, but it's a slow journey. Just looking at my house reflects that.
someone needs to tell kev about ALF the hit 80s sitcom
Everyone note Kev's attention to safety when breaking down sheet goods on the table saw. He stands a little bit or all the way to the side of the workpiece so that in the event of kickback, it doesn't blast him in the old marital gear. He also holds the material by the side and doesn't reach behind the blade to pull it through, because that can instantly pull your hand through the blade. He has the riving knife and guard in place, he's referencing the rip fence, and he's got side and outfeed support all around. Safely breaking down plywood, solo, on a little jobsite table saw, is all just technique. Nice! I've seen handyman tv presenters with their own shows who didn't follow these practices.
PS: it looks great. I'd be proud if I did this!
hes a workshop safety genius
I also love the part where his safety goggles are on his forehead while breaking down the interior. Gave me a good laugh
Lot of people just ignore safety measures especially on things they do often. Saves time
Watched to the end - as someone who finds it hard to do things because they don't turn out as perfect as I'd like, I really appreciate this. The big picture here is it looks great, despite the wrinkles!
As someone who has just really accepted that I do have ADHD, it's refreshing to see someone tackle a project the same way as I would. I get so disappointed in myself when i see people tackle projects with a clear plan and follow through with it.
Thank you Kevin for healing my ADHD soul
It really is affirming to see the “wing it and we’ll see!” method from someone other than myself 😅😅
I said the exact same thing! "Oh thank god someone else's brain is like mine!"
I am not diagnosed but I am the same 😂 I have about 20 hobbies and 13 WIP (work in progress). My hobby room is a mess lol!
I feel you. I'm trying to get through parts of med school I don't really fancy and really don't feel like doing, while seeing non-adhd people just tackle them down 😂😭 How??
i know what you mean. ive got ADD and my room is a mess with so many projects that I've put of for a year or more but I don't like ditching them or throwing stuff away.
It was sad to see your "retiring" video, but I was also happy to see you move on from TH-cam as a job and enjoy it more as a hobby. I still miss your daily uploads, but we would never get this amazing video if they were a thing.
This is one of my favorite videos of yours, and honestly, I'm starting to like more the Saturday uploads. The quality and passion you can put into each video make them even more special and truly worth a week-long wait. Keep it up Kevin, see you next Saturday!
@shezmu6928 Agreed. I'm hoping that Kevin (and many other TH-camrs that have especially been at it since the beginning ), start doing what Felix (PewDiePie) has done. I have respect for how Felix handled his "retirement" from TH-cam. Where he basically states that he's going to upload whatever/ whenever he wants and get back into enjoying the old days of filming, with no real deadline or restrictions. (Something along those lines). I hope that Kevin and the other veteran TH-camrs do this as well. 😸💞🙏
What video? Where
Kevin, I've always loved your non-video game videos (like Baking Bad) because they really allow your physical comedy to shine. This video was unexpected, delightful, hilarious, and wholesome all at the same time. I'm amazed you've been documenting this for two years!
This video actually is where I found out he has ADHD (I do too), and that's probably why I love his videos so much 😅
Gotta go watch the non video game videos now that I know they exist!
I love those cushions! The entire baravan turned into a lovely, cozy retreat and I hope you enjoy it for years to come.
Gotta love this man, he knows how to:
-Create cults
-Kill sims by love
-Learn drums and skating within months
-Renovate a trailer
[Gotta. Love. Him]
Right you are. Love him or else 😊
I love that he had Jim Pickens art, it really tied the whole thing together
Seems like you’ve also missed his guitar and fantastic singing voice, as well as running a business.
"do I want it done perfect or do I want it done?" DUDE THAT'S THE MANTRA. I'm still trying to embody it but I only had it as an epiphany like this year so. We'll get there
It's a tough one to accept. But I finally learned that too. It doesn't have to be perfect, just better than when I started.
don't let perfection be the enemy of good
Perfection is a lot of little things done well, MPW
Remember this "nothing can be perfect, and in chasing perfection you might create imperfections" basically, nothing is or can be perfect, and trying to make something perfect can and will usually lead to creating more issues.
@@S_H9260nah thats just lazy. If something is worth doing then it’s worth doing right, don’t half ass stuff. Take pride in your work. Do your absolute best. Maybe it’ll look like shit, but eventually it won’t🤷🏻
I think it's so sweet that you mentioned that Anna would be happy. I'm glad you're taking the time to spend it with loved ones Kevin. While it's nice to be alone sometimes, being with people is so nice
Wait are they not together anymore? Am I behind on this? I don't want to be insensitive - I was just really rooting for them!
@@Aemos7they are still!! from what i’m understand, anna was in norway for a few weeks for a big boujee chess event, so i think kevin went back to ireland so he wouldn’t be bored and lonely :)) she just posted on her instagram this morning talking about some things they were doing this week, so we have confirmation they’re still together haha
@@blickpanko6947 Phew! Again, not trying to be nosy, but glad they are still doing well :D Thank you for the info!
Not sure how much you see comments on old vids Kevin, but after finally watching this I just had to comment. As someone who also got diagnosed with ADHD as an adult so much of what you talked about was really familiar and stuff I've struggled with too, like taking on too much out of excitement, burning out, the disappointment and self doubt. And then the positive changes after starting treatment, not overthinking so much, being able to be more present, not obsessing over the details and actually getting stuff done... It was really relatable hearing you talking about these things and I really loved watching the project come along. Loved the video, and I'd definitely be excited to see more content like this in the future! All the best to you, and good luck with all your future projects too!
One of the best things I've found for helping my depression is having a project and some manual labor. Sometimes, just working with you hands, figuring stuff out without a step-by-step guide, adding the final details and basking in the warmth of your creation does wonderful things for your head. The Baravan looks phenomenal. Good work mate.
and big things! like as opposed to little fiddly things. eg i love sewing but my brain just can't handle it when i'm in a bad spot. so i gotta figure out something with larger bits so i can still do stuff and not get bored lol
i'm the opposite lol. having an ongoing project gives me severe anxiety and dominates my every thought until its finished or scrapped. and it causes me to become very depressed. as sad as it is, i feel much better with absolutely nothing going on.
i love how all the older gaming channels are transitioning into their other interests while keeping their personalities. it makes me so happy to see them being authentic and its still really great content
Those hints towards the end of a even huger project fills me with dread since it can mean only one thing.
Kevin is Irish, Kevin does not like painting, the next project is bigger than a caravan, so, what is bigger than a caravan, available in Ireland and does not require painting?
That's right. Kevin has obviously bought a castle as a fix-er-up-er. May potato have mercy on both his and our souls.
I reckon he's gonna be recreating the Spire or something
I thought he lived in Spain now?
@@davidhayes3440 I think he moved to Spain temporarily but they're back in Ireland now.
Jim Pickens basement absolutely required. Prisoners essential
If he hasn’t then I would lobby for Ireland to officially present him with a title and an old ruined castle to renovate. He deserves it.
Most therapeutic video ever. I really needed to see this right now. I'm glad I saved it for when I needed it. It's also inspiring because I always wished I had the know how to do projects like this, but I'm also a perfectionist to a fault. I'd like to get over that and just go in like Kevin did and just do it. It turned out so amazing.
Decided to throw this on while cleaning up my depression apartment because I haven't felt up to it in months. The earnest talk you have about your mental health hit me very deeply. I am glad things have been better for you, I hope they continue upwards.
Amazing work and congratulations on putting in the effort. Effort is hard and depression sucks. You should be very proud ❤
Good luck with the cleaning friend, I hope you can find some peace with it
ah the adhd experience... obsession and then ignoring your obsessions when they become a chore. beautiful. not finished the video yet but it's looking great and i love your random thoughts love ya kevin!
I actually started crying at the end of this video. Not a little cry, but big ugly tears, because I was so proud of Kevin for finishing his project 😅.
Most of the time, I feel totally paralysed by all the things I need to do. And there's just far, far too many piles of resources around my house for projects I just HAD to do, but ran out of steam before I actually started them (or right after). My own mental health journey has a bit further to go, my ADHD cocktail still needing tweaking, but I think tomorrow I shall try and finish something. It might not be the whole bathroom reno, the new curtains, the replacement flooring for my living room, the infinite amount of painting, the cupboard lining, or even the 30 odd decorations I bought for my walls... but, something. And if that goes ok, I'll try another.
Thanks for hanging with me Kevin, creating content these last couple years, even when it was hard for you. Thank you for making me laugh when I was low, and motivating me to try when I didn't see a point. I'm not one of those people that get muddy up parasocial relationships, I don't assume I know you or understand anything beyond what you explain. But what you create feels positive, honest, friendly, and weirdly wholesome 😅. And you've had a profound impact on myself, and countless others.
So, thank you. We appreciate you too 😊
You just do you, we'll be here for it.
im in the same boat as you...i have so many things to fix. and the wind is making even more work for me. you feel weak and have no energy to do anything and end up doing nothing all day other then youtube and fkin league. perhaps ill get up and do something right now...and when i come back ill finish the video perhaps i wont...who knows.
this comment made me tear up ❤🥺🥹 I relate to this a lot. I’m proud of you for finishing your projects n things no matter big or small- if it’s art or how cool it is. ❤❤❤ sending love
"I know we associate Ireland with green a lot, but I think we should also associate grey with it."
I actually already do. You really notice it in places with little plants, like towns and such. But the Grey does really make the Green pop though.
I was not expecting a Kevin DIY video, but I am all for it. Next up let's see Kevin renovate an Irish Castle.
I'm not saying it needs a Jim Pickens-esque basement... but it would really fit
imagine kevin with a HGTV show soon lol
My favourite part of this is Kevin talking about his mental health battle. As someone who came home from being diagnosed with adhd and suspected autism it was a relief to see Kevin's video the same day talking about the same thing. Seeing him do this project honestly putting it off is very relatable. I have half finished art works and projects everywhere and its like... Im not broken and will finish theses things one day, maybe in a few years but i will finish. Thank you Kevin
If you have wrinkles/bubbles in the ceiling that bother you - try putting small slits in them with a box cutter knife, and you should be able to flatten them out.
Looks great, tho! 😎👍
Going back and forth between stuff and leaving things for a year is very relatable. I have ADHD and I just started some medication and now I've started to crochet, it's been the most fulfilling thing. When you finish stuff like this it's so rewarding dude 👍
WOW! As someone with ADHD I can already tell that THIS is going to be one of the few reno videos that I won't get bored watching. GREAT JOB MAN!!!
Same!!!
Same, and it definitely was one of the only ones I could watch. I did have to wait. I watched half yesterday, half today.
I watched an hour of this??? And it seemed to go so fast! Kevin is an amazing wood worker =^^= but no painting for his own mental health! Kkkkkk
Dammit Kevin, I fecking love your non-game videos. You're a reform genius!
The comedic timing of that back window is masterful.
You did a wonderful job Kevin!
I'm proud of Kevin. That was a HUGE job. The ceiling contact paper, however... it hurt me. In my soul. So painful. But that can be a really tough and frustrating job for someone who is new to it, and doing it solo. But for a first time reno, he did so good and I'm a little jealous because it looked soooo fun. Also, SUPER relatable. As someone with ADHD and about 14 unfinished projects laying around that I've started over the last couple of years, and about 9 other projects that I've yet to start... you've given me some motivation to work on 4 of them. Will I? Probably not, because of ADHD paralysis. But it's the thought that counts. 😂 This was excellent and it turned out BEAUTIFUL. Please do more DIY and reno videos!!
For future reference - toss the little roller. Use your yardstick/level/ruler and push and scrape the edge of it along the contact paper, AS you lay it, not after you've stuck it. And if your surface allows, you can use a solution (typically just some dish soap and water, but sometimes there are different solutions; Google is your friend if you're new) and spray that on your surface as you lay your paper. It will allow you to slide and readjust your paper while it's on the surface. Makes things easier. Dark ceilings make small areas look smaller though, but it looked very retro woody so it works. (P.S. Caulk or sealant for small gaps between the wall and counter tops, flooring, etc; small quarter round moulding for larger gaps)
The fact that it’s not perfect but still looks SO good is really encouraging. My uncle taught me some woodworking when I was a teenager, maybe it’s about time I use those skills again.
I legit had no idea you were so handy! I know you constantly talk about how you didn't know what you were doing, but despite that you got it done, the results were great, and you didn't lose any limbs in the process (that we know of).
I really enjoy these KevIRL videos honestly. Excellent bee roll, and when you started scrubbing the sides of the caravan with a broom and a mop it was just like House Flipper! Hope you have an extra cup or two of serotonins to celebrate.
The choice to express emotion facing away from camera and cutting to first person really was subtle and lovely.
Glad you are taking care of your mental health, Kev. You’re the best!
I have watched this video about 4-5times... I don't remember probably more 😅 I have never seen anything more relatable. I have had a gardening project for over 2years and to restart things off I reorganised my dining area, didn't finish and and then spent today cleaned out my garage. So garden project still pending.
I enjoy all your videos and I really appreciate your honestly about your struggles. I really like your older videos but your new ones since your new years break down... It's really love the new ones more. ❤ I hope you and your boss Anna are doing great! She is so cool and so beautiful! 😊
Kevin, the little speech around 15 mins in was seriously fantastic. Really felt that you were talking about my experience with late diagnosed adult ADHD, and the difference treatment/medication makes. Honestly teared up a little bit at it!
Keep being you 🧡
Kevin's use of the new RayBan glasses with camera was the best decision imaginable! Really makes you feel both the satisfaction and confusion
Unfortunately It is a little motion sickness if your watching on a big display. At least for me anyways.
@@Catsrules1 Ah that... That's just Kevin!
Kevin has helped me through the worst parts of my life and helped me through some of my worst depression episodes, he js doesnt know it
😭
What depression episode are you on? I’m on E5 S2.
@@I.am.not.in.your.house.or.am.I S5 E10 for me
@@I.am.not.in.your.house.or.am.I currently on S2 E2, dreading E5, heard its rough
Just finished S1, doctor gave me the pills that have me on a good intermission@@I.am.not.in.your.house.or.am.I
@@TheMoneyOven i'm on season 30, episode 26. (i'm 38)
This actually turned out incredibly cute! The color-blocking of the grey & teal was a nice touch, & it's rad that you reused so many materials for this project.
I also love the fabric you chose for the reupholstered cushions!
Watching this makes me miss my carpentry training, & working as a maintenance tech.
It's such a joy to get to have a bunch of varied little projects to work on, I wish I had a yard or a workshop, cuz I'd be doing the exact same thing.
Tips for the future would be these:
Painting (my nemesis) is a hell of a lot easier if you just mask everything off first. Unscrew/remove anything you can (windows, fixture covers, etc.), tape off all the stuff you don't want painted, "cut in" the outside edges of the area with a 2- or 3-inch brush, then use a roller for the rest. That way you don't have to be nearly as precise with the rolling, which means it'll go a bit faster, & you'll have less touching-up to do in the end.
As far as flooring goes, a sturdy carpenter's square or heavy-duty straightedge is invaluable. Great for last-minute measurements, & really useful for when you need a hard edge to help push the flooring down while you're cutting against things (as you were during the final fitting).
I can't wait to see what you do next! And if you ever did a timelapse of you cleaning/organizing your workshop, I'd watch every second.
What do you mean I just watched a gamer retiree remodel a caravan for 1:02:41 straight? It felt like half an hour tops... As always, great editing and comedic timing, Kevin truly is a cinematic and architectural genius
Kevin was rundown like the caravan but taking a step back from youtube has got him feeling all good and new again. It's great to see him doing so well after struggling a while back :')
Tip for the bubbles on the ceiling…
Cut a VERY SMALL centimeter long slice in the middle of the bubble and then roll over the bubble to push the air out.
This really has become my comfort video haha
I know I'm echoing a lot of people here, but this video really shows the ways ADHD can affect a project. The way you describe certain tasks as fun and not fun, the way the project became the only thing that was important to you for different lengths of time and vice versa- all of these things felt so relatable as someone who has dealt with ADHD their whole life.
Most importantly, this project and video of yours and your team is unbelievably, uniquely, uproariously inspirational. I always seem to have 2-5 projects going on in some capacity and another 3 or so in my brain ready to be started. But Kevin, you fecking finished this one! Not only that, but you pursued it even after you experienced a significant loss of interest in it. If I were you I would consider that an accomplishment comparable to building the pyramids by yourself.
Thank you for making me feel real.
Having a little caravan or RV is like the retiree version of having a treehouse. It's just a small space that you can escape to and relax without any of your normal day-to-day worries bothering you. I'm glad Kevin kept it up, and now has a quiet little space to look at (while avoiding touching) grass occasionally glimpse the sun when it chooses to shine.
So the woodstain issue: sanding and prep. You can get two different looking results depending on the sanding. Against the grain, worn sandpaper, coarse sanding etc will all affect the way a stain looks! It’s wild and annoying 😅. But yeah my best guess is that the one that came out darker either had fresh sandpaper or a coarser sandpaper. That tends to make the stain dark. Hope that helps!
I got a dog in the beginning of 2022 and got diagnosed with ADHD around the same time as you, beginning of 2023. Watching this video, I saw a lot of similarities in the mental growth I’ve also done in these past two years with a different kind of project aka my dog (which I fortunately couldn’t quit!).
It is so nice to see you use all the random small skills and interests you’ve acquired in this video and many others, and use the same mantra as me: GOOD ENOUGH IS PERFECT. One day I wish I’ll have my own yard, messy workshop and as many levels as you do Kevin. Thank you for all you do!
Kevin, have you considered doing wood working videos? I could watch you do this for hours. For all the chaos, you're also really good
He did a couple on stream, he made a table
im so impressed by this??? like, just the fact that you FINISHED it even though you hated the painting is awesome.. i also have ADHD and know how hard finishing a long term project is, but seeing you actually push through and make something so cozy and nice inspires me to finish AT LEAST one of my projects. you are so cool, thank you for being you! :-)
It's great to hear that you found some meds that really helped you function better. A perfectionist that gets too caught up in details and never finishes projects is too relatable...
Agreed!!
Thanks for the video. I felt all the emotions of giving up when things were going wrong. I don't know what it is, but when I have things go wrong on woodworking projects or tasks that need my brain power and things go wrong, I usually just walk away and say "I JUST CAN'T TODAY". Try to get back and then get disheartened about it and feel like a failure. It is nice to see that you walked away for so long and came back and made something that looked amazing. Thank you for this.
The fact that there’s no ads on this makes me love Kevin even more
I'm seeing some ads but I still love him anyways
@@oladrolahola im seeing ads so i HATE him
@@terrellhazell7407 I'm seeing ads, so I'm INDIFFERENT to him.
@@terrellhazell7407WHERE YOU FROM BLUD? This is poodle territory no Shiba inu's allowed. Don't let me catch you around these parts again.
He meant self-promoted ads like Norton, VPN, Raid Shadow Legends, etc @@oladrolahola
This might be the most diverse content in one channel. Games, tv show reaction, ADHD diagnosis, learning to skateboard, now renovation. I'm here for it all...sometimes. When I feel like it. Much like his content... For real though, I wish I could do it. Just whatever I want, and get paid for it. Not saying editing isn't the real work being done here.
Don't forget cooking tutorials
@@Rebecca-zj4wq "Tutorials" 😂😂😂😂😂
52:15 When he's saying it'll look like a design choice but it was really improv to fix a mistake he made - it reminds me of every video you see of people trying to follow along to Bob Ross's paintings. They always mess up somewhere in what they're trying to paint, and then they recover, and their painting just ends up being different. It's analogous to people trying to be something/someone, or a goal you're trying to reach. It happens, and it can be cool when it happens.
"No such things as mistakes, only happy accidents" - Bob Ross
@@Hax9 oh yeah I forgot he said that. True.
Tbh I've never actually watched him by himself.
Love to see the longform irl content, this was a breath of fresh air in my feed!
23:49 Kevin opening the window and it just... completely giving up, had me cry-laughing for like 5 minutes straight. It feels so ridiculous, but I just kept rewinding and completely cracking up every time I watched it.
Bless you Kevin, seeing your videos is always a good time.
33:12 The window makes a comeback and so does my laughing fit. I think it should become a new channel regular.
1:02:26 Truly a fitting ending to the journey. It's been a pleasure Kevin - and window, my new favourite part of the channel😘
To be honest this is my new favorite CallMeKevin video. I'm sure plenty of people have said it, but we're here for your personality, Kevin. This project felt so much more relaxed when I could just sit and listen to what you're saying rather than worrying about focusing on gameplay or something. I loved it, it was amazing, and I hope your make a video with your next project too. :)
The way Kevin was using those L-brackets to hold up the little shelf gave me a good laugh, "but if it works it ain't stupid". In all honesty you did a great job Kevin. 😎
Loved everything about this. Loved how you not only showed the ups, but the downs. Speaking out about your mental state and working through it. You’re becoming one of my favorites Kevin.
the blue on the outside was a true gamechanger, it kinda looked a little crappy before but the blue made the whole thing look very nice 👌
It feels like you always talk down on yourself, in a jockingly manner a lot of the time of course, but it's nice to see other aspects of you where you show skills that we never knew you had. The bar-a-van turned out real pretty, and it feels very cozy, I hope you're proud of what you accomplished because you should be. Can't wait to see what else you have for us next !
You say you’re retired from youtube and then put out a masterpiece of a video like this, its a beautiful surprise
I love these types of videos! It was suggested by RT to have all the Irish Lads do a road trip in Ireland together and I think that would be amazing! Maybe even haul this trailer while on the trip!
oh? wait when did rt say that? just curious :0
@@DeeVeeBee8 If you watch the RT Stream for Geoguesser with the Irish Lads(it is an older video), RT made the suggestion, I can't remember the exact time in the video
I love these irl videos Kevin has been doing, and its awesome he has time to make these types of videos!
You know the way you cut that floor 39:35 is how your supposed to cut it at the end to make sure the fit is perfect so good on you for figuring that out on your own! It was very nicely done! Only tip I could possibly give you is to where your knife slipped cut down along the corner first that way there is a break and your knife has an easier time stopping. But honestly you won't ever see that cut if you didn't know it was there. Great job on the caravan Kevin!
I could get behind a whole channel of Kevin doing stuff like this. It's rare I sit and watch an hour long TH-cam video, but this was just so cozy and relatable and relaxing.
Look at you being a handy man! I don't know what all goes into a project like that but it turned out super cute and cozy. May you two enjoy many glorious days in your creation. And the diamond art of Jim was just the cherry on top.
As someone whose mental wellbeing has been profoundly shyte lately, it's so nice to see Kevin doing well. I've watched him for a long time, and it's such a comfort to see him coming out the other side of his recent struggles. I hope to be there with him soon.
You got this man, i believe in you
The part falling off at 1:02:27 is just amazingly hilarious timing! And what a renovation! Love seeing renovations, as they are very satisfying. The result was beautiful!
I am really none to have a parasocial relation to youtubers, but I will say: Having one of my fave youtubers also go through a mental health crisis, and basically renovating a huge project, while GREATLY overestimating your own skills is kinda healing and... nice. That video was such a vibe and really made me happy in a way. LIke hell yeah. not alone.
I feel the same way and I'm sure so many others do as well. I take a lot of comfort in the fact
its so relatable, especially when you also have add
What an endearing tale. It has been a truly amazing journey not just for you but for us in the measly hour we had to see your progress. I look forward to the next project you do!
The interior of the caravan when it was finished absolutely blew my mind. It blends in quite well with a garden. Hell, I’d live out of that.
The window constantly falling followed by Kevin saying he'll fix it is a perfect representation of my adhd
"I think ooh bird" is the sentence of all time. And I mean that both as a joke and genuinely, that is incredibly relatable.
It was like the human version of dog's ''SQUIRREL!'' :D
ADH- ooh, shiny!
amazing how Kevin went from being the top sims player to absorbing my late grandfather's spirit and showing off his workshop. what a multi tasking king
perfectionism for me has totally been a double-edged sword in terms of being a blessing and a curse. on one hand, it helps me create stuff that i'm genuinely proud of and is of some serious quality, but on the other hand, i can get in my own head if something isn't working out as i initially pictured and that causes me to just shut down and stop working, unfortunately. glad to hear/see you've been doing a lot better with your mental health recently!