Her 25 Ft. DIY Bus Tiny Home Build for $10k - Unique Thrift Store Filled Beauty

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  • @daisyy99
    @daisyy99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Love that she credits her amazing Dad along with the family workshop! The dog looks cozy and happy. Gyms/fitness centers/Y have showers, so that shouldn't be an issue. Such a nice build, well planned and stylish, too.

  • @Reality_TV
    @Reality_TV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Beautiful build! I love that she did this with her dad. Those are memories neither of them will ever forget!

  • @gypsybelle4757
    @gypsybelle4757 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Yes, Ma’am! Get behind the wheel, Ladies! Love her build. The perfect blend of functionality and beauty. So well organized. And her personality is positively Outstanding! The type of human you definitely want to sit down with around a fire, on a rooftop deck, with a beer or coffee and just get to know. Thank you for sharing her inspiring story! Bonus love for adorable dog with the best digs! Hooray for grandma mural! Happy Trails!

  • @dragonflyattic
    @dragonflyattic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I love the built in crate for your baby. Including the amazing mural. It's so much personality added in the details!

    • @annmarieladuke3276
      @annmarieladuke3276 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He’s a DOG! Not a 🍼 Baby, big difference. I understand the love for pets, but let’s be clear when it comes to defining their intention of the Creator.

  • @Daedreamz3
    @Daedreamz3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    She is one of the most inspiring bus dweller I’ve seen on TH-cam!!

    • @michaeldavies9533
      @michaeldavies9533 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      She is such a beautiful person,her decor reflects her personality, gorgeous bus,all the best in all your travels.
      Regards from Hereford UK

  • @lotusdolphin
    @lotusdolphin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Her personality is infectious! Super positive upbeat. And that’s part of what makes her successful. The other part is she’s extremely resourceful. Did a beautiful job on the build! Love Meiko! Thank you so much. Sending you sweet vibes from California💜🤟🏻😎

  • @user-vm5ud4xw6n
    @user-vm5ud4xw6n 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Actually the dog food drawer is used quite a bit. Many of the builds I’ve seen where people have pets (generally puppers) they intentionally build dog food drawers so they aren’t running into them. Either in the front of the bus or somewhere in the kitchen area. I am just the opposite. Loathe cooking so a sink, marine fridge, induction cooktop (no gas for this chick) , and a good coffee pot! A few feet of counter space because you have to put all that stuff underneath it but otherwise-closet space!! Sweet build! Mako looks like a happy baby in his crate. Great that you could build with your dad. Those are times you never forget. Many happy and amazing journeys!! Vaya con Dios!!

  • @chezmoi42
    @chezmoi42 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    A beautiful bus, and I love her enthusiasm and positivity.

  • @rosalindtaylor3479
    @rosalindtaylor3479 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    10k in costs $100k in creative genius. Congrats-this is gorgeous.

  • @kennaswitzer5586
    @kennaswitzer5586 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    One of the most beautiful humans and most inspiring, motivational people I’m so grateful to be friends with! Ginsbus really shines in this tour but not as much as she does 💛✨ love you, K!

  • @andrewhancock2451
    @andrewhancock2451 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the warm wood colours and the fact that it is still bright despite the browns. You have a beautiful dog.

  • @mariahradesky9307
    @mariahradesky9307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Add a little grate and use the copper sink for cleaning vegetables or defrosting food then drop in another, larger sink next to it. That way you have the best of both worlds. It would also make a cute ice bucket if you have guests.

  • @shiralleehaggart72
    @shiralleehaggart72 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    A beautiful bus and a gorgeous dog. Your bus is really cosy and homely as well.

  • @karmicsheila63
    @karmicsheila63 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Your bus is so perfect. I am saving your video for all of your great ideas. I hope to be on the road with my dog Luna within the next 6 months!

  • @lynnecahill2859
    @lynnecahill2859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One of my favorite builds! And that’s saying something since over watched over a thousand plus! Love Mako!!!! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @hollyvick181
    @hollyvick181 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great build. She's so enthusiastic..very pretty, looks like Blake Lively.

  • @UnKnown-zy1km
    @UnKnown-zy1km ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely bus, you did a great job, love your bus ❤️
    As far as your small sink being hard to do dishes in just get you a dish pail/wash tub doesnt cost much its just a square plastic pail for washing dishes. You can get one at a Dollar General for around 5 dollars. You can even get the Collapsible wash tub it just fold down to save space for easy storage after using. You can just put it on the counter next to your sink fill with water and soap wash then rinse in the built in sink this may help keep the water from going everywhere if you just rinse in that sink. If that still makes a water mess get 2 wash tubs fill on with washing water and fill the other with plain rinse water you can dunk you dishes in clean water to rinse safe on water by not having the water running while rinsing. When I use to go camping at our camp your outside kitchen had to wash tubs one for washing one for rinsing it work out well for us special with no plumping or water other then what we would bring in with us filling to tubs helped to save water. Now that they make the tubs where the fold down they take up almost no space. Hope that info will help

  • @WildAndCrazyGuy10
    @WildAndCrazyGuy10 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your energy, excitement and smile!

  • @margaretjames6611
    @margaretjames6611 ปีที่แล้ว

    This Skoolie Bus so creative and practical..love the design ideas 💚

  • @christinae30
    @christinae30 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So nice bus/home! Cosy and practical!
    And the owner's enthusiasm, lovely!

  • @bonnies9861
    @bonnies9861 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video ~ thanks for sharing!! You are so inspiring, with such positive vibes, I know some gal will get on the road because of you ~ I'm 74 and did my journey back in 2000, had I seen you then, who knows??? Have fun ~ what a grand life you are living!!! I love you!

  • @StorytellerTreehouse
    @StorytellerTreehouse ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a solo gal (with a dog) starting out on the early stages of the skoolie journey, and while I don't have the same resources she did to do the build, I appreciate the encouragement to just dive in and take ownership of the project. And I'm looking to do a 25-ish foot bus too!

  • @missraindrop77
    @missraindrop77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the name of the bus!

  • @hollyvick181
    @hollyvick181 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love how she explained to get a GoodBus..engine wise.

  • @HadriansWallNZ
    @HadriansWallNZ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Maybe consider a pop out basin from Ikea for washing dishes then pour out the water either into your sink or an appropriate outside drain.

  • @VANESSASDAILYLIFE
    @VANESSASDAILYLIFE 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    *very nice build spacious love all the customization*

  • @innerstream
    @innerstream 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A quick tip for the doing the dishes without water everywhere is a simple plastic tote, say 6” deep 18x24” or smaller, whatever dimensions work. Set it up right under your tap on the counter, do your dishes, small drying rack on the counter, empty the water and then put the dishes in the rack in the tote, leave on the counter to dry, or move as needed…use the tote for storage when not in use…..

    • @jmorgan5870
      @jmorgan5870 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Or those collapsible camp sinks they work pretty well

    • @tjme
      @tjme 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jmorgan5870 I use a collapsible basin in our small camper and love it. Great multipurpose item.

  • @lisachennault575
    @lisachennault575 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh my I love ❤️ what she’s done with her home an encouragement to women! Awesomeness

  • @russnye4236
    @russnye4236 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome kennel!!! Love it!!! Good looking bus. Love your sink.

  • @sallyheath2427
    @sallyheath2427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you so much for your advice! LOVE the dog crate space and will incorporate that and the bowl solution! Hope to see you on the road!

  • @lilithswonderlust4travel920
    @lilithswonderlust4travel920 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG 😱 what a wonderful home on wheels 🚌❤️ you and your dad did an amazing job. This is such an awesome way to experience American and the world 🌍 🌎 I hope that you and your fur baby 🐕enjoy all of the beautiful adventures ahead of you. Thank you for sharing you home with all of us. Stay safe on your travels 😘❤️

  • @gaylerichards7409
    @gaylerichards7409 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful build! You did a great job! I love your dog too! Safe travels.

  • @teresaferrer4748
    @teresaferrer4748 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thrifting is a must! Treasures,necessities,and surprise copper sink,albeit small but a treasure for sure.That's right! Drive that baby with your head straight full of pride🚌🚌🚌

  • @lorifarrell5705
    @lorifarrell5705 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love that epoxy table-the green looks so good with the wood color.

  • @jabarimutabaruka365
    @jabarimutabaruka365 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the build. If I am going to have a big kitchen, I would have a 3 to 4 burner stove.

  • @dorismassey3292
    @dorismassey3292 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love it.. I always wanted to do it.. but don’t have the money You’re an inspiration tho..who knows what might come my way.Wishing you safe travels..

    • @ruthkittel4689
      @ruthkittel4689 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You have helped me believe that all my dreams are possible. Being a disabled woman. I will be doing it. So be it !

  • @junaidmansourmahdi1392
    @junaidmansourmahdi1392 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    So nice I am happy for you 😊
    A beautiful house on wheels 🚃

  • @astzfat3319
    @astzfat3319 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving the light, simplicity, & feel of open space.
    Love your attitude & your relationship with your father!
    May I suggest -
    U shaped cooper pipe on ceiling extending over sink and floor space in front of sink.
    Removeable shower pan for floor.
    Curtain to clip on and off of copper pipe.
    Perfect kitchen faucet for quick shower rinse when desired!

  • @pcthayer
    @pcthayer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great father daughter project. Very beautiful and functional layout especially with so much made with reclaimed materials. Great advice on the basics to consider before buying a vehicle to build too. Thanks for this fantastic video.

  • @deborahguirl7993
    @deborahguirl7993 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A wonderful tour!!! What a great bus and make over. I’m so impressed!

  • @jeannebautista6688
    @jeannebautista6688 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So cool, everything was thought of!!!!!

  • @janebrommet7942
    @janebrommet7942 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice and warm homey...
    And you are sweet.
    The woof has a castle with a mural!!!! Great vid...love from holland

  • @thebookerz
    @thebookerz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Literally goals I want this

  • @dorisweems1510
    @dorisweems1510 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Decor is so awesome. l very much would love to have one like yours

  • @tammysharp2155
    @tammysharp2155 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love all the thought you put into your kitchen area, your love for your baby and your spirit of adventure and independence💪🐶🌻❤️

  • @fionasmom6254
    @fionasmom6254 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love, love the mural for the dog!

  • @KPD017
    @KPD017 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your Skoolie, it’s so warm and inviting. I love your pup 🐶 looking forward to checking out your IG. 😁

  • @donnajones9006
    @donnajones9006 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great build out. Very functional.

  • @niks966
    @niks966 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely lady...beautiful bus....inspirational.....all the best....

  • @SMafam5
    @SMafam5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This bench table reminds me of the most versatile (van) table on YT…a German build shows how you add an extra upper arm extension /elbow on the lagun table mount and you can move that table all around.

    • @SMafam5
      @SMafam5 ปีที่แล้ว

      “Most variable table solution in the world” YT
      m.th-cam.com/video/VBoEFpfDhX8/w-d-xo.html&pp=gAQBiAQB

  • @kelleywimberley
    @kelleywimberley 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the name of your bus

  • @solliboy8490
    @solliboy8490 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your advice. Because like you said the gut of the vehicle is very important

  • @dawngrey259
    @dawngrey259 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great tour and advice. Love your build!

  • @barbaramena2377
    @barbaramena2377 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have done what you wanted, and a Awesome job I like you set up doggie hideaway is very crate friendly best wishes to you on the road let me be a tag along on your venture 😊🥰🐕

  • @rhondamckinley4373
    @rhondamckinley4373 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing your home with us ❤️

  • @leannegoode9190
    @leannegoode9190 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great personality and great job on bus!

  • @jimmymalone3494
    @jimmymalone3494 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your bus ! you done a great job on your video and I enjoyed it very much.Good Luck to you ! have great Week.

  • @debzeb6899
    @debzeb6899 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for your excellent reflections and advice. You touched on subjects I always think about like engine maintenance.

  • @Maxxis1941
    @Maxxis1941 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful skoolie, fabulous build and amazing lady.
    Your energy and articulate excitement is a pleasure to watch and listen to as you describe the bus and the lifestyle.
    IG followed.
    Happy trails Kaetlynn and Mako. Thank you for sharing. 🤙

  • @mowattlavern62
    @mowattlavern62 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Simply beautiful

  • @Yaya1030
    @Yaya1030 ปีที่แล้ว

    RBG! Great name. Great bus!

  • @peterpiper487
    @peterpiper487 ปีที่แล้ว

    Place towels on either side of the sink and you won't have to do so much wiping and the towels will soak up the water. Then just hang the towels and let them dry after you finish washing the dishes.

  • @muzikl96
    @muzikl96 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great bus name!

  • @lorrieaustin4997
    @lorrieaustin4997 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your bus. FYI you should try a bob the dishwasher

  • @RevGerryRM
    @RevGerryRM 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A beautiful babe❣🐶❣just like his mommy🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

  • @deborahsmith9232
    @deborahsmith9232 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Use the copper sink in the bathroom

  • @annmarieladuke3276
    @annmarieladuke3276 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice Thrift build.

  • @debbiegoble9836
    @debbiegoble9836 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, how do you keep the copper sink clean? I love copper.

  • @suzannecranford6819
    @suzannecranford6819 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome, awesome, awesome! 💗

  • @sidabraham7131
    @sidabraham7131 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Caitlin. I love the design & the finished craftsmanship. All the reasons you married together in this lifestyle is perfect and beautiful. To tie up everything tightly, will you marry me? 😊❤🥰.
    Happy travels and best wishes.

  • @aprilbuckley7527
    @aprilbuckley7527 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow just wow. Good for you🌞

  • @marciagriebel3279
    @marciagriebel3279 ปีที่แล้ว

    where did you build the bus Do you know of a list of guys who will work with a senior lady from planning and start to finish the schoolie.

  • @ckalnicki
    @ckalnicki 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool build!

  • @kellycorona1185
    @kellycorona1185 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great build! Can you tell me what size and kind of bus this is? It looks shorter than a standard school bus which I love! Also, is it automatic or manual gear?

  • @nightwing5177
    @nightwing5177 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    God Bless you.😇

  • @HoodChefTV1
    @HoodChefTV1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice build

  • @TAZ-yh3hy
    @TAZ-yh3hy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your bus! And the white linen curtains are very nice. How do you maintain privacy at night? I am asking because I would like to do similar look in my rv. Thanks!

    • @olbird7647
      @olbird7647 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can probably buy or make similar looking curtains that are lined.....a thin thermal lining is even better for both privacy and temperature control without being bulky.

  • @ericalampley480
    @ericalampley480 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice build.

  • @fionasmom6254
    @fionasmom6254 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ladies driving - I saw a petite-looking woman driving an 18-wheeler recently. She was in traffic and swung that truck right through a tight intersection and onto the interstate without hesitation. You just gotta know HOW to do it - wider turns, tail swing, etc.

  • @Gail-gf7km
    @Gail-gf7km 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Replacing the sink would be an easy project.

  • @chip582002
    @chip582002 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much is it costing for the regular maintenance on the bus/engine.I assume it's diesel?

  • @TRIPURAVillageRide
    @TRIPURAVillageRide 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful bus place 🥰

  • @zmliu9066
    @zmliu9066 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    good

  • @pamiperry3329
    @pamiperry3329 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice way you fix the bus up.
    Have you ever thought of writing a book about your bus travels.

  • @christieraper5472
    @christieraper5472 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The outside of the yellow school bus makes it appear like a shorter bus, however the interior appears much longer. Is this an optical illusion? Or is that a pic of a different bus :)

  • @dogcatparty7371
    @dogcatparty7371 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    June 7, 2022 You might find a short term marketing job with Randy Jones at 'Incredible Tiny Homes' in Tennessee. He gave up on a marketer who refused to look at his You Tube channel before meeting with Randy. It takes only about one hour to learn his life story and his daily work building affordable tiny homes, recycling materials amap, trying to build caring communities. Olympic training river canoe rafters might consider buying a site and tow at his current site near a river which floods about one month per year. You will probably need a skoolie or van to leave about one month per year. All the other sites are away from water. He lost everything in the 2008 international crash and his friends helped him to gradually recover his business. His wife Amanda convinced him to stop building big homes and to 'go tiny.'

  • @kellygreen8255
    @kellygreen8255 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is a really cool chick!

  • @donnamount151
    @donnamount151 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Take the bus to a DOT inspection station before buying... call local highway patrole for location....

  • @christopherlucas1395
    @christopherlucas1395 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Question: I wanted to know what no one seems to ever mention in any of these bus/rv builds. And that is…..how was it adjusting from driving a car to a big old bus? Did you have any previous experience driving a bus?

    • @cleoburrows9144
      @cleoburrows9144 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I drove a school bus now and it is no difference just longer

    • @gblakev
      @gblakev 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The first few times are going to be awkward and you will run over the curb a couple times when you take a corner too tight, so you need to focus more at the beginning. Then you will get used to it.

  • @cherylperkins7538
    @cherylperkins7538 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Form ALWAYS follows function. Still today

  • @tammycruz8189
    @tammycruz8189 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now I'm wondering what you had to put up for them to come and tape LOL

  • @maritzamartinez3359
    @maritzamartinez3359 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hola, saludos desde Puerto Rico...yo estoy pensando conseguir un bus, d hecho ya Hable con alguien q m puede conseguir uno...lo q no se es q tipo d licencia nec

  • @b-rok7174
    @b-rok7174 ปีที่แล้ว

    Shes right. Driving a bus us easy. Grannies do it everyday packed with 40 screaming kids.

  • @lauriepayseur5897
    @lauriepayseur5897 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤️❤️❤️

  • @ayanam2162
    @ayanam2162 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The build is great but the poor husky

  • @maritzamartinez3359
    @maritzamartinez3359 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    M quieren conseguir un bus q corra Bien, estoy Guardando acc para dentro del bus , nec una persona q haga la elect / paneles solares....

  • @nancylevine2776
    @nancylevine2776 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Must have a shower.

  • @bettyeporter1315
    @bettyeporter1315 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think when women invest in a bus as their homes, I think they should invest in a shower. That would be the most important part of the build as a permanent home. On top of having a sufficient toilet. If you women no what I mean and being young too. Overall, the bus is very nice.

  • @leahunfeigned5955
    @leahunfeigned5955 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nearly perfect, just needs a shower. Nice place for a single person and pet.

  • @paris9474
    @paris9474 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your bus and your dog. And, I just wanna say, you are the most, not annoying female bus lifer I have seen in a long time. Let me expound. They all are trying to be so cute. Showing too much body. Trying to sound smart, we can tell when they are not. Just to list a bit. Sorry, guess I’m just venting.