I usually can't sit through long van tours -- but I couldn't stop watching yours. I like the little smile that you do after you show one of your completed sections. You are so organized, thoughtful, and resourceful! With great style too!! I agree with you.... life is good!
I can't belive how fast I got a response from you. it made my day. I thought about a class C, because I have a few pom dogs I want to bring with me to begin my journey. Mother natue is fine, but it is not my main concern, it is community and finding sweet ladies to give my future pom puppies to, so to enhance their lives. I have been a pom breeder for 30 years and I have some of the top of the line white beauties to give to the right home for free. Why should these women on the road pay for a puppy in the thousands. I want lady friends. Maybe giving them a beautiful white puppy might make us a life long friend. I am 76, in perfect health and have servel years left to do this. I just have to get the right riidge to get on the road.
Those CD towers and sideways medicine cabinet were genius. I would never have thought of something as simple as, not only those pieces of furniture being used, but turning a piece of furniture sideways - lol. Thank you! Love your content.
Kneeling pads, cooler box, cd storage, medicine cabinets and of course the reused trellis!! I LOVE it. I'm building out my van and have been so intimidated by the fancy builds so many do, but yours is not only easy to copy, but looks amazing 😍😍😍. Thanks so much for the inspiration.❤❤❤
hi Jenni!! thanks so much for your note!!! I'm not a fancy-build kinda gal. I'm a fun-build kinda gal!! fun and frugal and creative and inventive. it was just so fun to do!! enjoy your own build, it will be fun!! stay inspired! Lulu 🌷
I love your creativity. You truly are a thinker! So inspirational. I love the cabinet you made out of pallets. Thought..maybe a hinge on top so you could access that way and gain more storage. Ŵho am I to say? You've thought of everything!!! Yay🎉❤
WOW! You've explained the "real life" functionality of your van better than any other TH-camr. Thank you so much for this complete and transparent expressionism. May God Bless all that you do! 🙏
Wow! What a beautiful build! I can tell you are proud and you should be 🙂 I've never watched an hour long van build video but something about your delivery is captivating. I like the way you talk and you kept it interesting. Looking forward to more videos from this channel. 🙂
@@LulusWay64 I was so amazed I watched it twice in case I missed anything. Lulu you have to be the Queen of Organization and Genius Storage Ideas. Loved the whole thing!!!
You are 100% justified in calling that your pride and joy. It is beautiful. You truly turned a vehicle into a home. I love all of it! The only thing I think I would struggle with is not being able to stand in a van this size. I like standing.
hi Ana!! thanks for writing!! yeah, everything is a trade off. standing up would be terrific, but tiny and stealth is really nice. there is lots of benefits to "tiny"!!!
Literally a master class of brilliant vehicle-life hacks! Watching this video is extremely heartening for me as van life is likely what I will have to do in the next month or so - but definitely by December - unless some financial miracle comes my way. Thank you for sharing (with such pride) all of your wonderful ideas! A selfless gift to the rest of us. 🥰
Good luck for whatever lies ahead and if it’s van life, enjoy the road to freedom that many envy being stuck in the 9-5 in a house where they feel trapped by circumstance. A different road may lie ahead for you but it may be one that lifts many burdens from your shoulders. Try to connect with others that have also made that choice for the support and comradeship that will help to remind you of the positives and possibilities when times may seem hard. Sometimes I think that if we tell ourselves that we have chosen to do something because it is the right thing for now, we are more able for the challenge, rather than thinking it is completely against our wishes. Something wonderful may just be waiting……. X
It’s so good to see you again, it’s been quite a while since I’ve seen you, went on several trips with you o TH-cam.. then I even went Home with you, you took us all around outside showed us your really nice garden. It was real fun watching your rebuilds couple of times on the van. I couldn’t remember your name, so sorry, I’m just getting old, doing a lot of different things. I tried to find your channel I do remember you had a couple of friends you’d meet sometime and have nice visit, one lady said she just took off one day in her wagon I think, not sure what she was driving but she was having a ball, he husband didn’t mind. Seems like she had an accent, she really seemed like fun. There was another lady, can’t remember a lot. But I know you really enjoyed yourself on your trips. The minute I saw LuLu, I said that’s her. I was so Happy to see you again, Hope your son is doing well, your plants all still beautiful? When was your last trip? Your friends name is Carol. Hope she iis doing well. Hope I’ll see you again, maybe I can remember your name, it’s easy but guess I’m getting forgetful, Bless you, in all you do, Enjoy life. ♥️♥️♥️🙏🏽🙏🏽👍👍👍
Just stumbled upon this video and I am totally smitten! I love small spaces and this one is absolutely adorable! Your colors, your patterns, the wood cabinets, that sweet headboard...oh! my! It is all just perfect! I subbed. Thanks so much for the tour. Simply lovely!
hello Rhonda!! thanks so much!! I enjoyed the process of creating this so much, it was so much fun and such a creative experience for me! I'm glad you enjoyed it and I'm glad you are here! thanks for writing!! Lulu 😊
Lulu I just found your channel today. I am a 58 year-old woman from Michigan and I am an avid car camper. I have found some of these tips very helpful. I absolutely love your channel so far. Can’t wait to see more. I have been car camping ever since I was 16 years old. It’s the love of my life and my salvation. Cheers to you.
INGENIOUS!!!! Lulu you have thought of EVERYTHING! I have a 2012 Ford Transit Connect and never thought to take out the passenger seat and put half my bed in the front. I love the colors, all your ideas, the amazing amount of storage, the ice maker combined with the cooler, etc., etc. Thank you for all the links that you provided. Extremely helpful. I am a solo woman camper in my 60's and although my van is very comfortable and functional, I found myself longing for one like yours. Well done, well done, well done!! I am going to follow your channel b/c I know that you will have some useful tips/experiences to pass along and I don't want to miss any of them! Take care and safe travels. ❤❤
hello Marizee!!! thanks so much for your delightful note to me!! I appreciate it!! I'm so glad you enjoyed my video and got some ideas for yourself!! I'm glad you are here!! Lulu ❤️
I know you did this video almost a year ago but new to owning a van, not to live in but to use daily and stop where ever I want to,when not working. Your channel is so inspiring and can’t wait to see more videos. Thank you so much for giving me the get up and go instead of sit and just watch. I’m from the UK and just wanted to say your passion and excitement is beautiful. 🙏Debbie W 🐕🥰xx
Well done! Nicely decorated and so well organized 👍 I imagine you live in a warm climate and have a home base to get away with such a minimalistic lifestyle. All the same, very impressive! 👏
Your van buildout is beautiful. You're so resourceful and made something great out of very little. Hats off to you! It looks very livable and comfortable. Very well organized.
Lulu, when you opened the medicine cabinet, the first thing I thought of was “chains on door attached to frame on the inside, Waalaa…desk top”. I like what you have done. Congrats for doing things “Lulu’s Way”.🌺🤚🏼
This is one of the best campervan I have seen. ou have everything and they are so neat and clean. Wonderful so enjoy your living...really nic. Good job and safe travel.
You could use piano hinges to open up the top of the cupboard over the wheel-well to have box storage above the wheel-well and you can still store the laundry under there
Beautiful little van! I was dreading downsizing to 80 sq ft, but now I'm sure I can do it. Sold my home (decrepit home) and am getting a custom build, but I'm 70 with a rotten spine. Looking forward to joyous travels.
Lovely to have the full van tour and to be reminded of the journey you had making it Lulu's Way. I look forward to seeing the build in use as you travel.
Lulu, What a pleasure you are. You did a great job on your campervan. Looks like everything you need is perfectly & comfortably set up for successful adventures. My favorite thing about it however, is your style of decor.. I love the polka dots, the animal patterns, the plant and earthy decor, the colors, & the girly girly you got going on in there.. Your personality sure shines through and I love it all. You are an inpiration for sure and thanks for sharing with us. I found your channel by chance and I just have to subscribe. You're a beautiful soul and I look forward to more of your videos. =D
hello Colleen!! wow, thanks so much for such a lovely note!!! I'm so happy you enjoyed my van tour. I love it too, so much!! it make me smile to open up those backdoors and just see what I see!! I'm so glad you found my channel!! thanks so much for writing!!! Lulu 💕
Hi LuLu , I never watched a video on a build so long before! However, I enjoyed every minute of it and you as well ❤️ Very thought out build and I just may copy your freezer and cooler ideas 💡 brilliant LuLu 🎉🎉
hi Susan!! that video was sooo much longer (lol) but I cut it down to 1:13. oh boy, I can talk!! the freezer/cooler idea works great for me, you just gotta make sure you have enjoy power to run a freezer 24/7. 🌷
Lulu, your bedroom efficiency popped up in my feed. I watched it & because you're fascinating, I'm watching here. I love how much you like the zebra pattern! You've done a masterful job with practical & attractive design in your bedroom & van. ❤
Thank you so much Lulu! I absolutely LOVE your little van info, builds, and tours! Your simply showing what, how, why; your setup has a nice blend of both form and function; and, your presentation is nice and friendly without a bunch of overwhelming music, graphics, and intensity that I sometimes find well 'overwhelming' 😳😔. I found your videos last night and after watching only three of them I Subscribed to your channel. I was looking for modifications on these little Dodge Ram Promaster City vans because I bought one last week and wanted some clues as to how some other people have done things and situations they may have run into. Thank you so much for the info and for sharing. I wish you safe and happy adventures.
I loved your van tour. I did notice that your license plate completely shows at 9:41 in the video. I thought you might want to edit that out. I'm a solo senior traveler, too, and want everyone to be safe!
thank you so much for your concern, but I have carefully made the decision that I don't care if my license plate shows, it shows is many of my videos!! that's just me!!! 😊
Your video is SO inspiring... I've dreamed of life in a van for years and still hope to make that dream a reality. Your DIY and repurposing ideas open up so many possibilities. I've already learned to live tiny... been living in my 2002 Mazda Protege for 8+ years. I have most of what I need to live in a van... just need the van. If/When I manifest this reality, maybe our paths will cross. Thanks for sharing your van home with us. Be Well & Be Blessed!
Lulu, I am not planning on van life but how I love your videos. I live in the middle of the UK in Malvern which is lovely but after recently losing my husband (we were caravaners), I need distractions. You are fabulous and I admire you and your lovely van. You are my therapy - ❤ Sending love.
I like your way, Lulu! Your build is charming and certainly does feel airy and open. Taking the seat out was clutch so that the bed is available without converting anything but it does not dominate the scene. Thank you for sharing. Safe travels and happy trails.
Thanks for sharing! This build is so inspiring! I had to keep stopping the video so I could write down all the ideas your van inspired before I forgot them! I LOVE how creative you are with the repurposing, like the CD rack and medicine cabinet! So clever. I have been traveling out of my Rav4 for a while now but am ready to make the leap to a van so videos like this are so fun. All the best.....
hello Shel!!! I'm so happy to hear that you got a lot of good ideas from my van tour video!! glad you felt inspired!! have fun with your own build, it's half the fun!!! Lulu 🌷
You will love having a van! I bought a Honda Odyssey recently & I wish I'd made the leap 30 years ago! I have a private toilet in mine thats really convenient even on short trips.
I just stumbled across your channel. You are an adorable lady and I absolutely LOVE!!!! your van. I love all the different colors and fabrics, the way you have it set up and how it screams your cheerful personality! How wonderful for you! I too am retired and have been building out a full sized Ford van for the last 2 years with my son's help. Your van is proof you can have a lovely home on wheels without spending a fortune or spending "years" 😂 getting it built out. You obviously have a very creative mind and are able to see potential in many things others wouldn't even consider because they couldn't imagine just turning it on it's side to make it work for their needs or adding beauty to every single piece! . So glad your channel showed up in my feed, I love seeing another gray haired sister out there having the time of her life! Continued safe travels to you! 🚐♥
hi Cheryl!! thanks so much for such a delightful note. so glad you stumbled across my channel!! exciting that you are building out a van, enjoy the process, it's a really fun part of the whole experience! Lulu 😊
Thanks for the van tour, Lulu! Although I have watched most of your videos when. you were building this van and adding all of your decor, I really enjoyed watching this video with the full tour! 🤩 I always look forward to your next video and updates! Keep them coming! ❤
Lulu you're an artist! So tastefully done and COZY too! I see where you lounge and YES, it will be so relaxing to lay there with the sliding door open.
This cabinet is so cool. You look like my mom I just love your videos . She passed in 2019. Your videos warm my heart. This cabinet is awesome ❤❤❤❤❤this build is awesome
I like your simple build. I currently have a cargo trailer pulled by an older Yukon. I just purchased a Bluetti - but have not used it yet. Still working part-time, still hanging on to my sticks and bricks. I need to either rent it out or sell it so I can hit the road. Thank you for your inspiration!
hello!!! I have one towel, my bath towel and it's in my shower bag that I take into planet fitness. I don't use kitchen towels nor a beach towel. I have a stack of facecloths.
I love that your van is so Pretty and Useable. I love how you use your space and it is orderly and manageable to live in when you are on the road. I also love how you built your bed. So ingenious and gives your van such a Roomy feel. I'm looking forward to your trip to Florida! Lol
hello Joy!!! thanks for such a delightful note!! I appreciate it!! my first big trip is Arizona this fall, and then after the holidays I'll be off to Florida!! Lulu 🌺
It's been a year since this video was posted and I'm just watching it now! Where the hell was I before??? Thanks to you - now I can complete my inside roof! Picked up the corrugated plastic, fabric and double sided velcro!!! BRING IT ON! Thanks, Lulu!
Lulu, I loved your old rig, and this one is so adorable too! I’m so happy for you that you’ve built out your adorable little camper van. I love all the patterns you’ve used inside. I love patterns myself because they make me happy. Be well sweet soul! ❤✨🙏🏼🪔🌞♥️
OMG! Lulu, you’re an amazing lady and an inspirational human being! You got yourself a brand new Fan for life! I’m going to emulate a tiny bit of you! Lots of love! Vidya from Toronto from India.
I had a minimalist practical idea.. the clothes can be the mattress and all groceries at the lowest level under the bed as low is cool and heat rises..you could have a removable ice box witch fits under the van to make more room and keeps things cool
I use my 18”x 18” removable and washable decorative pillow cases that also have a separately bought waterproof liner for heavy coats and seasonal clothes storage.
Just enjoyed watching your new video❣️You have an artistic talent in your decor and a very sensible build. Such good ideas that shows how much you love your new van. I have a dream to do this one day. Thanks for sharing Lulu❣️
You are incredibly resourceful! I am over the moon at how you put your bed in, the available space in the back. Oh my gosh, I am so inspired by you! ❤❤❤ New Subscriber here. Much love and many prayers. BTW... Watching your video on all the women who showed their gadgets had made laughing something fierce. My son is watching your videos too. ❤❤❤
You’re a genius, Lulu! I was watching a few van conversion videos and yours started automatically after another one I had chosen. I was about to stop it and then decided to give your video a try. Boy am I ever glad I did! 😄 We’re both so much alike and so different all at the same time. Your style is very different than mine but your love of reusing free stuff, thrift stores, organizing, and general attitude in life is very similar. Oh- AND your black and white checked floor. I did that in our first house and always loved it. 😊 I have a book suggestion for you- based on the love of the checkerboard floor and a few other things I picked up about your personality: Hollyhock, Lambs, and Other Passions by Dee Hardie. It’s one of my all-time favorite books. She used to write a column for a magazine and this is a compilation book of stories from her life and family. Thanks for sharing your van and great ideas!
I agree with everyone else who has commented. What a joy you are and you knowledge and organization skills are spectacular. So happy I stumbled upon you.
I live in a 6x10 converted cargo trailer and I've seen A LOT of videos of builds and yours is one of the best. Ingenuity, creativity and purposefulness is perfect. Its finding that perfect container and those little perfect spots for things that are so fun. Beautiful vido-so informative. Blessings❤
Lulu, I've watched all of your videos. This is one of my favorites. I just loved this tour and even though I am familiar with your work I still got some new ideas. One thing I hope you add is a full-size spare tire. Being able to get yourself rolling again if you damage a tire or wheel is useful and safe. And it would allow AAA to better assist you if you have a spare.
hello and thanks for writing!! I'm so glad you enjoyed this video and have watched all my videos!! 😊 the way I feel about the spare tire is that I will wait and experience the first time getting a flat and see how it plays out. if it works out well and let's say AAA tows me to a tire shop so I can get it repaired or replaced, then perfect!! if it doesn't work out and I find it to have been a horror show of events because I didn't have a spare, then I will get a spare and figure out a location for it. but I won't worry about it until it's a problem. I truly never think of it!! But thank you very much for your concern. 😊
You could have the comforter double sided with two different colors or prints. Put the black side up when you leave the car, turn the pretty side when you’re there.
Lulu, suggestion: on your white washed table/counter top, why don’t you have your friend help you make the counter top portion lift up via a hing of some sort to access and inlay shelf that runs the entire length of the cabinet. Seems like that could be the answer for you to have all food storage handy. Maybe I’m missing something…
hi Melody! that was an option, but I like it just how it is. I want to keep things on top of it and not have to move things. but thanks for the suggestion!! 🌺
hi Denise!!! thanks so much for writing, I appreciate it! and I just love my zentangle bottle, that I properly stuck to the countertop with alien tape, it worked perfect!! LOVE IT!! ❤️
What an absolutely fabulous van build!! I especially loved the two sideways CD towers as kitchen cabinets...perfect! Btw...I have an old 4" foam piece (like yours) that ended up being a perfect size for the old futon frame a friend gave me when she moved. It's just right to use in place of a sofa, and more comfortable than any bed I've ever owned. I've always thought that if I ever went into a tiny house or a van/truck buildout that I'd try to use that as my bed, because it also has the advantage of a lot of space underneath to slide in storage boxes, bins, etc. Thanks for taking the time to share all this. So well thought out!
This is INCREDIBLE!🎉 This is my DREAM ❤ amazing how this channel &video appeared in my feed!! Liked, Subscribed and looking forward to seeing more interesting videos. BRILLIANT job!❤from London Uk 🇬🇧
hello JoJo!!! I'm so happy you found my channel and are enjoying it!! stay tuned when I get back from this current roadtrip and have all kinds of tweaks and adjustments to my build for the next trip!! Lulu 😊
GIRL!!!! I adore your van! I love the way you have decorated and am also very impressed with your organizational skills! Thanks for sharing this , you have given me many great ideas for my minivan camper! xo
hello Maria!! thanks so much for such a delightful note!! I appreciate it!! so happy to know you got some good ideas for yourself!! enjoy building your minivan, it's a blast! Lulu 🌺
You are so clever I was dozing off off when I began watching this I have stayed awake the whole time I really enjoyed watching your cleverness I want to eventually have a van and travel as well right now I’m saving for it not doing any of the w myself I want everything done right I have subscripted to your channel thank you so very much for sharing
I just found your channel today and you are amazing and my new hero😊I too am retired and would have never even thought of the creative ways you came up with! I will be watching your channel from now on. Too me you have been one brave woman and an example for all of us who want to be independent 😇
hello Susan!! thank you so much for such a warm and delightful note. I appreciate you writing and I'm glad you found my channel and you are enjoying it!! WELCOME!! Lulu ❤️
I usually can't sit through long van tours -- but I couldn't stop watching yours. I like the little smile that you do after you show one of your completed sections. You are so organized, thoughtful, and resourceful! With great style too!!
I agree with you.... life is good!
hello!! I'm so glad you stuck with my long van tour and enjoyed it!! yes, life is gosh darn good!! 💕
I can't belive how fast I got a response from you. it made my day. I thought about a class C, because I have a few pom dogs I want to bring with me to begin my journey. Mother natue is fine, but it is not my main concern, it is community and finding sweet ladies to give my future pom puppies to, so to enhance their lives. I have been a pom breeder for 30 years and I have some of the top of the line white beauties to give to the right home for free. Why should these women on the road pay for a puppy in the thousands. I want lady friends. Maybe giving them a beautiful white puppy might make us a life long friend. I am 76, in perfect health and have servel years left to do this. I just have to get the right riidge to get on the road.
I loved every second of this video. It had so much great information that it didn’t feel like a long video at all.😊
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Hi from the UK .. Lulu you are amazing. I really loved watching this video showing your Van.. Enjoy your travels taje xare x
Those CD towers and sideways medicine cabinet were genius. I would never have thought of something as simple as, not only those pieces of furniture being used, but turning a piece of furniture sideways - lol. Thank you! Love your content.
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Your van is your pride and joy, your videos are OUR joy! So entertaining to watch!!!!!! Thanks, Lulu .❤
hi Cris!! so happy you enjoy my videos!! thanks for your sweet note, I appreciate it!! Lulu ❤️
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Kneeling pads, cooler box, cd storage, medicine cabinets and of course the reused trellis!! I LOVE it. I'm building out my van and have been so intimidated by the fancy builds so many do, but yours is not only easy to copy, but looks amazing 😍😍😍. Thanks so much for the inspiration.❤❤❤
hi Jenni!! thanks so much for your note!!! I'm not a fancy-build kinda gal. I'm a fun-build kinda gal!! fun and frugal and creative and inventive. it was just so fun to do!! enjoy your own build, it will be fun!! stay inspired! Lulu 🌷
Same, made it feel at least partially doable for me.
I love your creativity. You truly are a thinker! So inspirational. I love the cabinet you made out of pallets. Thought..maybe a hinge on top so you could access that way and gain more storage. Ŵho am I to say? You've thought of everything!!! Yay🎉❤
WOW! You've explained the "real life" functionality of your van better than any other TH-camr.
Thank you so much for this complete and transparent expressionism.
May God Bless all that you do! 🙏
Man, I wish I could think this was fun to do ...
Wow! What a beautiful build! I can tell you are proud and you should be 🙂 I've never watched an hour long van build video but something about your delivery is captivating. I like the way you talk and you kept it interesting. Looking forward to more videos from this channel. 🙂
hello!! thank you so much for such a delightful note!! I appreciate it the feedback!! Lulu 😊
I agree on the delivery of it all. That’s what drew me in.
@@LulusWay64 I was so amazed I watched it twice in case I missed anything. Lulu you have to be the Queen of Organization and Genius Storage Ideas. Loved the whole thing!!!
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I'd bet you'd find a place to put one of those tiny washing machines for a few clothes ar a time. They look promising.
"You know what? You need room for space." LOVE IT! And your accent, which reminds me of home. GREAT TOILET IDEA! I'm using it! Bless you!
All I can say is....WOW!✨
You are adventurous, courageous, and completely joyful to watch. You are an inspiration!
thanks Sherry, for your nice note!! stay inspired!! Lulu 🌻
You are 100% justified in calling that your pride and joy. It is beautiful. You truly turned a vehicle into a home. I love all of it! The only thing I think I would struggle with is not being able to stand in a van this size. I like standing.
hi Ana!! thanks for writing!! yeah, everything is a trade off. standing up would be terrific, but tiny and stealth is really nice. there is lots of benefits to "tiny"!!!
Literally a master class of brilliant vehicle-life hacks! Watching this video is extremely heartening for me as van life is likely what I will have to do in the next month or so - but definitely by December - unless some financial miracle comes my way. Thank you for sharing (with such pride) all of your wonderful ideas! A selfless gift to the rest of us. 🥰
Good luck for whatever lies ahead and if it’s van life, enjoy the road to freedom that many envy being stuck in the 9-5 in a house where they feel trapped by circumstance. A different road may lie ahead for you but it may be one that lifts many burdens from your shoulders. Try to connect with others that have also made that choice for the support and comradeship that will help to remind you of the positives and possibilities when times may seem hard.
Sometimes I think that if we tell ourselves that we have chosen to do something because it is the right thing for now, we are more able for the challenge, rather than thinking it is completely against our wishes. Something wonderful may just be waiting……. X
I’ve watched hundreds of this type of builds. You did a excellent job in everything in your van.
Blessing your way always!
Thank you very much!
It’s so good to see you again, it’s been quite a while since I’ve seen you, went on several trips with you o TH-cam.. then I even went
Home with you, you took us all around outside showed us your really nice garden. It was real fun watching your rebuilds couple of times on the van. I couldn’t remember your name, so sorry, I’m just getting old, doing a lot of different things. I tried to find your channel I do remember you had a couple of friends you’d meet sometime and have nice visit, one lady said she just took off one day in her wagon I think, not sure what she was driving but she was having a ball, he husband didn’t mind. Seems like she had an accent, she really seemed like fun. There was another lady, can’t remember a lot. But I know you really enjoyed yourself on your trips. The minute I saw LuLu, I said that’s her. I was so Happy to see you again, Hope your son is doing well, your plants all still beautiful? When was your last trip? Your friends name is Carol. Hope she iis doing well. Hope I’ll see you again, maybe I can remember your name, it’s easy but guess I’m getting forgetful, Bless you, in all you do, Enjoy life. ♥️♥️♥️🙏🏽🙏🏽👍👍👍
Just stumbled upon this video and I am totally smitten! I love small spaces and this one is absolutely adorable! Your colors, your patterns, the wood cabinets, that sweet headboard...oh! my! It is all just perfect! I subbed. Thanks so much for the tour. Simply lovely!
hello Rhonda!! thanks so much!! I enjoyed the process of creating this so much, it was so much fun and such a creative experience for me! I'm glad you enjoyed it and I'm glad you are here! thanks for writing!! Lulu 😊
Good evening, Lulu. You have missed your calling. Your van is absolutely beautiful, and breath taking 😮😮.
thanks so much!!!! 🌺
Lulu I just found your channel today. I am a 58 year-old woman from Michigan and I am an avid car camper. I have found some of these tips very helpful. I absolutely love your channel so far. Can’t wait to see more. I have been car camping ever since I was 16 years old. It’s the love of my life and my salvation. Cheers to you.
hello Jacqueline!! I'm so glad you found my channel!! thanks for writing, I'm glad you are here! Lulu 😊
I’m disabled and this is my dream. I have a mini van but need help getting it together. Love you thank you for inspiration
stay inspired!! 😊
Why did I need to watch this? I followed every step of the van build! I guess because your positivity is contagious. Happy safe travels!
hello!! haha, too funny!! you were captivated and sucked in!! HAHA. so glad you enjoyed it! Lulu 😊
INGENIOUS!!!! Lulu you have thought of EVERYTHING! I have a 2012 Ford Transit Connect and never thought to take out the passenger seat and put half my bed in the front. I love the colors, all your ideas, the amazing amount of storage, the ice maker combined with the cooler, etc., etc. Thank you for all the links that you provided. Extremely helpful. I am a solo woman camper in my 60's and although my van is very comfortable and functional, I found myself longing for one like yours. Well done, well done, well done!! I am going to follow your channel b/c I know that you will have some useful tips/experiences to pass along and I don't want to miss any of them! Take care and safe travels. ❤❤
hello Marizee!!! thanks so much for your delightful note to me!! I appreciate it!! I'm so glad you enjoyed my video and got some ideas for yourself!! I'm glad you are here!! Lulu ❤️
I love that outfit on you. It goes so well with your van.
haha, I match my van!! ❤️
I know you did this video almost a year ago but new to owning a van, not to live in but to use daily and stop where ever I want to,when not working. Your channel is so inspiring and can’t wait to see more videos. Thank you so much for giving me the get up and go instead of sit and just watch. I’m from the UK and just wanted to say your passion and excitement is beautiful. 🙏Debbie W 🐕🥰xx
hi Debbie!! stay inspired! 😊
I love how organized your space is❤
You, dear lady, are the most organized woman ever. Very impressive.
I’m hoping to be just like you when I grow up!❤
Well done! Nicely decorated and so well organized 👍 I imagine you live in a warm climate and have a home base to get away with such a minimalistic lifestyle. All the same, very impressive! 👏
I do not live in a warm climate, I live in Mass. I leave Mass and live in this tiny campervan during the cold winter months!! thanks for writing!! 💕
Your van buildout is beautiful. You're so resourceful and made something great out of very little. Hats off to you! It looks very livable and comfortable. Very well organized.
thanks so much, Judy!! I loved building it and love using it!!!
Lulu
You are so talented and i love the cozy nest you create in all your spaces. Enjoy your freedom from stuff!❤
thanks so much, Phyllis!! 💕
"A place for everything and everything in it's place" as my Dad always said. Lulu your van is perfect! Thanks for sharing with us!
Amazing. Well thought out and creative. You've everything you need. Happy trails.
thank so much!! your Dad, smart man!!!
Lulu, when you opened the medicine cabinet, the first thing I thought of was “chains on door attached to frame on the inside, Waalaa…desk top”. I like what you have done. Congrats for doing things “Lulu’s Way”.🌺🤚🏼
This is one of the best campervan I have seen. ou have everything and they are so neat and clean. Wonderful so enjoy your living...really nic. Good job and safe travel.
You could use piano hinges to open up the top of the cupboard over the wheel-well to have box storage above the wheel-well and you can still store the laundry under there
Thanks so much for sharing with us!! ❤ So appreciate you!!
Beautiful little van! I was dreading downsizing to 80 sq ft, but now I'm sure I can do it. Sold my home (decrepit home) and am getting a custom build, but I'm 70 with a rotten spine. Looking forward to joyous travels.
less is best!!! 😊
Clever! Girl! This Lady is a genius!
Pretty, practical, perfectly proportioned. Such a happy, upbeat vibe.. true reflection of your personality Lulu. 🦋
thanks so much, Barb!! 🌺
Lovely to have the full van tour and to be reminded of the journey you had making it Lulu's Way. I look forward to seeing the build in use as you travel.
hi Vicky!! so glad you enjoyed the full van tour! thanks for writing!! Lulu 🌺
Truly Lulu your ice situation is genius! No watery mess ! I love it !❤️
it serves me VERY well!!!
Love the leaves on the wall
I just found you via your video on master bedroom to apartment 🎉❤wow you are so amazing n blessed! Thanks for sharing!!! Safe travels Lulu!
Your van is so fun! It just looks like a well thought out party! You inspire all of us!
hi Jayne!! "a well thought out party"!! that's a cool way to put it!! stay inspired!!! Lulu ❤️
Lulu... you have outdone yourself this time. That is the classiest build I think I have ever seen. Keep on inspiring us!❤
thanks so much!! I just LOVE my campervan so much!! 😊
Lulu, What a pleasure you are. You did a great job on your campervan. Looks like everything you need is perfectly & comfortably set up for successful adventures. My favorite thing about it however, is your style of decor.. I love the polka dots, the animal patterns, the plant and earthy decor, the colors, & the girly girly you got going on in there.. Your personality sure shines through and I love it all. You are an inpiration for sure and thanks for sharing with us. I found your channel by chance and I just have to subscribe. You're a beautiful soul and I look forward to more of your videos. =D
hello Colleen!! wow, thanks so much for such a lovely note!!! I'm so happy you enjoyed my van tour. I love it too, so much!! it make me smile to open up those backdoors and just see what I see!! I'm so glad you found my channel!! thanks so much for writing!!! Lulu 💕
This is exactly what I think I would want if I ever wanted or needed to have. You are brave and amazing.
it's a great little buggy, working really well for me!! thanks for writing!! 😊
Hi LuLu , I never watched a video on a build so long before! However, I enjoyed every minute of it and you as well ❤️ Very thought out build and I just may copy your freezer and cooler ideas 💡 brilliant LuLu 🎉🎉
hi Susan!! that video was sooo much longer (lol) but I cut it down to 1:13. oh boy, I can talk!! the freezer/cooler idea works great for me, you just gotta make sure you have enjoy power to run a freezer 24/7. 🌷
Lulu, your bedroom efficiency popped up in my feed. I watched it & because you're fascinating, I'm watching here. I love how much you like the zebra pattern! You've done a masterful job with practical & attractive design in your bedroom & van. ❤
thanks so much!!! 😊
Lulu you just crack me up. I love watching your channel. You outfits are so cute. Thank You
hi Karen!!! I'm so happy you enjoy watching my channel!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 😊
This was awesome and very eye opening. God bless him for not giving up. Beautiful Rig also.
Thank you so much Lulu!
I absolutely LOVE your little van info, builds, and tours!
Your simply showing what, how, why; your setup has a nice blend of both form and function; and, your presentation is nice and friendly without a bunch of overwhelming music, graphics, and intensity that I sometimes find well 'overwhelming' 😳😔.
I found your videos last night and after watching only three of them I Subscribed to your channel. I was looking for modifications on these little Dodge Ram Promaster City vans because I bought one last week and wanted some clues as to how some other people have done things and situations they may have run into.
Thank you so much for the info and for sharing.
I wish you safe and happy adventures.
I loved your van tour. I did notice that your license plate completely shows at 9:41 in the video. I thought you might want to edit that out. I'm a solo senior traveler, too, and want everyone to be safe!
thank you so much for your concern, but I have carefully made the decision that I don't care if my license plate shows, it shows is many of my videos!! that's just me!!! 😊
Your video is SO inspiring... I've dreamed of life in a van for years and still hope to make that dream a reality. Your DIY and repurposing ideas open up so many possibilities. I've already learned to live tiny... been living in my 2002 Mazda Protege for 8+ years. I have most of what I need to live in a van... just need the van. If/When I manifest this reality, maybe our paths will cross. Thanks for sharing your van home with us. Be Well & Be Blessed!
I took started collecting things before I even had the van, just because it's so fun!!!
@@LulusWay64 Yes! ...it is!
Lulu, I am not planning on van life but how I love your videos. I live in the middle of the UK in Malvern which is lovely but after recently losing my husband (we were caravaners), I need distractions. You are fabulous and I admire you and your lovely van. You are my therapy - ❤ Sending love.
I'm so happy to know that I provide you a distraction and that you enjoy my videos!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 😊
You have a lot of good ideas! Thanks for sharing.
thanks Jonelle!! glad you enjoyed it!! Lulu 😊
I like your way, Lulu! Your build is charming and certainly does feel airy and open. Taking the seat out was clutch so that the bed is available without converting anything but it does not dominate the scene. Thank you for sharing. Safe travels and happy trails.
taking that seat out was touch n' go for a while there, I wasn't sure I was going to find anybody to do it, as you say, it was clutch!!! ❤️
Thanks for sharing! This build is so inspiring! I had to keep stopping the video so I could write down all the ideas your van inspired before I forgot them! I LOVE how creative you are with the repurposing, like the CD rack and medicine cabinet! So clever. I have been traveling out of my Rav4 for a while now but am ready to make the leap to a van so videos like this are so fun. All the best.....
hello Shel!!! I'm so happy to hear that you got a lot of good ideas from my van tour video!! glad you felt inspired!! have fun with your own build, it's half the fun!!! Lulu 🌷
You will love having a van! I bought a Honda Odyssey recently & I wish I'd made the leap 30 years ago! I have a private toilet in mine thats really convenient even on short trips.
I just stumbled across your channel. You are an adorable lady and I absolutely LOVE!!!! your van. I love all the different colors and fabrics, the way you have it set up and how it screams your cheerful personality! How wonderful for you! I too am retired and have been building out a full sized Ford van for the last 2 years with my son's help. Your van is proof you can have a lovely home on wheels without spending a fortune or spending "years" 😂 getting it built out. You obviously have a very creative mind and are able to see potential in many things others wouldn't even consider because they couldn't imagine just turning it on it's side to make it work for their needs or adding beauty to every single piece! . So glad your channel showed up in my feed, I love seeing another gray haired sister out there having the time of her life! Continued safe travels to you! 🚐♥
hi Cheryl!! thanks so much for such a delightful note. so glad you stumbled across my channel!! exciting that you are building out a van, enjoy the process, it's a really fun part of the whole experience! Lulu 😊
Thanks for the van tour, Lulu! Although I have watched most of your videos when. you were building this van and adding all of your decor, I really enjoyed watching this video with the full tour! 🤩 I always look forward to your next video and updates! Keep them coming! ❤
thanks Debbie!! I'm so happy you enjoy my videos, I appreciate you letting me know that!! Lulu ❤️
Lulu you're an artist! So tastefully done and COZY too! I see where you lounge and YES, it will be so relaxing to lay there with the sliding door open.
Love everything about this Lulu! So organized & I love all the beautiful colors & design😊
hi Brenda!! thanks so much!! I appreciate you writing!! Lulu 🌺
This cabinet is so cool. You look like my mom I just love your videos . She passed in 2019. Your videos warm my heart. This cabinet is awesome ❤❤❤❤❤this build is awesome
hello!! so happy to know you enjoy my videos and that warm your heart in this way!! 😊
That is the cutest and most organized van build I’ve seen. I love it. I could live in the space you have created. Bravo! You’re the bomb.
thanks Sharon!!! oh how I just love my lil' buggy!!! 😊
I like your simple build. I currently have a cargo trailer pulled by an older Yukon. I just purchased a Bluetti - but have not used it yet. Still working part-time, still hanging on to my sticks and bricks. I need to either rent it out or sell it so I can hit the road. Thank you for your inspiration!
Wow Lulu, you did such an awesome job! It's beautiful and insulated. 😊
thanks so much, Donna!! I love my van, she's my pride and joy!! 😊
Wow! This is like van build 101! Thank you for sharing. I didn't see where you put towels (beach, kitchen, bath etc) Great build
hello!!! I have one towel, my bath towel and it's in my shower bag that I take into planet fitness. I don't use kitchen towels nor a beach towel. I have a stack of facecloths.
I love that your van is so Pretty and Useable. I love how you use your space and it is orderly and manageable to live in when you are on the road. I also love how you built your bed. So ingenious and gives your van such a Roomy feel. I'm looking forward to your trip to Florida! Lol
Yes that bed really was a great idea.
hello Joy!!! thanks for such a delightful note!! I appreciate it!! my first big trip is Arizona this fall, and then after the holidays I'll be off to Florida!! Lulu 🌺
It's been a year since this video was posted and I'm just watching it now! Where the hell was I before??? Thanks to you - now I can complete my inside roof! Picked up the corrugated plastic, fabric and double sided velcro!!! BRING IT ON! Thanks, Lulu!
Lulu, I loved your old rig, and this one is so adorable too! I’m so happy for you that you’ve built out your adorable little camper van. I love all the patterns you’ve used inside. I love patterns myself because they make me happy. Be well sweet soul! ❤✨🙏🏼🪔🌞♥️
Love how much joy this build brings you! It's inspiring as I look for the right road dwelling for myself.
Lulu you are simply amazing!!! Love your van!! Thanks you so much for sharing! Love how you made it your own!
thanks Mary!! 💕
U made me want to ask if I can try out ur bed like I was there. U look so happy. Ty for sharing.
Wow! So impressive. What a beautiful job and great ideas. Love the bed and how you have the storage and accessibility. I’m in awe
OMG! Lulu, you’re an amazing lady and an inspirational human being! You got yourself a brand new Fan for life! I’m going to emulate a tiny bit of you! Lots of love! Vidya from Toronto from India.
hello Vidya!!! thanks for your delightful note to me!! I'm glad you enjoy my channel and thanks for writing!! Lulu 💕
It took me over a year to find the one I wanted. So many people doing van builds these days. ❤
I had a minimalist practical idea..
the clothes can be the mattress
and all groceries at the lowest level under the bed as low is cool and heat rises..you could have a removable ice box witch fits under the van to make more room and keeps things cool
I use my 18”x 18” removable and washable decorative pillow cases that also have a separately bought waterproof liner for heavy coats and seasonal clothes storage.
Just enjoyed watching your new video❣️You have an artistic talent in your decor and a very sensible build. Such good ideas that shows how much you love your new van. I have a dream to do this one day. Thanks for sharing Lulu❣️
hi Mary!! so happy you enjoyed my new video!! thanks for such a lovely note and your kind words! Lulu 🌺
Lulu that portable ladder idea is Super 👍👌✌️🤞👌🙏🇺🇸🌞
So glad you were able to find a van. Your build is wonderful and I have thoroughly enjoyed watching you build it out.
hi Kerri!! thanks for your nice note and I'm glad you enjoyed watching!! Lulu 🌺
Love it! Suggestion.... Use small chains/hooks on your 'vanity' cabinet door so it can become a table to use in bed! 🥰
this is my favorite van build I have ever seen. awesome :)
thanks so much, Caroline!!! I appreciate you writing!! Lulu 😊
You are incredibly resourceful! I am over the moon at how you put your bed in, the available space in the back. Oh my gosh, I am so inspired by you! ❤❤❤ New Subscriber here. Much love and many prayers. BTW... Watching your video on all the women who showed their gadgets had made laughing something fierce. My son is watching your videos too. ❤❤❤
hello Sue!!! welcome to my channel!! I'm so glad you enjoy my videos and I'm glad you are here!! hello to your son!! ❤️
You’re a genius, Lulu! I was watching a few van conversion videos and yours started automatically after another one I had chosen.
I was about to stop it and then decided to give your video a try. Boy am I ever glad I did! 😄
We’re both so much alike and so different all at the same time. Your style is very different than mine but your love of reusing free stuff, thrift stores, organizing, and general attitude in life is very similar. Oh- AND your black and white checked floor. I did that in our first house and always loved it. 😊
I have a book suggestion for you- based on the love of the checkerboard floor and a few other things I picked up about your personality: Hollyhock, Lambs, and Other Passions by Dee Hardie. It’s one of my all-time favorite books. She used to write a column for a magazine and this is a compilation book of stories from her life and family.
Thanks for sharing your van and great ideas!
hello!! I'm so glad you enjoyed my van tour!! I'll check out that book, thanks for the recommendation!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 😊
I agree with everyone else who has commented. What a joy you are and you knowledge and organization skills are spectacular. So happy I stumbled upon you.
I just love your build out. So inspiring and helpful. Beautifully put together with love and light.
thanks so much!! good to know you felt inspired and helped!! thanks for writing!! Lulu 🌺
Love the ice swapping idea
I love that you love your awesome van build!!❤❤
thanks Kate!! I do love it, so much!! ❤️
I live in a 6x10 converted cargo trailer and I've seen A LOT of videos of builds and yours is one of the best. Ingenuity, creativity and purposefulness is perfect. Its finding that perfect container and those little perfect spots for things that are so fun. Beautiful vido-so informative. Blessings❤
thanks so much, mojo!! I've put a lot of time and energy into thinking out every square inch of my van and it's now serving me very well!! Lulu
Lulu, I've watched all of your videos. This is one of my favorites. I just loved this tour and even though I am familiar with your work I still got some new ideas. One thing I hope you add is a full-size spare tire. Being able to get yourself rolling again if you damage a tire or wheel is useful and safe. And it would allow AAA to better assist you if you have a spare.
hello and thanks for writing!! I'm so glad you enjoyed this video and have watched all my videos!! 😊 the way I feel about the spare tire is that I will wait and experience the first time getting a flat and see how it plays out. if it works out well and let's say AAA tows me to a tire shop so I can get it repaired or replaced, then perfect!! if it doesn't work out and I find it to have been a horror show of events because I didn't have a spare, then I will get a spare and figure out a location for it. but I won't worry about it until it's a problem. I truly never think of it!! But thank you very much for your concern. 😊
You could have the comforter double sided with two different colors or prints. Put the black side up when you leave the car, turn the pretty side when you’re there.
Lulu you are so creative. Beautiful van
thanks so much!! I appreciate it!! 😊
You have a natural way in front of the camera, Lulu. That's important for people yo want to watch the whole video.
thanks so much, Michael!! this is all new to me and it feels effortless so I guess I've found my groove!! 😊
Lulu, suggestion: on your white washed table/counter top, why don’t you have your friend help you make the counter top portion lift up via a hing of some sort to access and inlay shelf that runs the entire length of the cabinet. Seems like that could be the answer for you to have all food storage handy. Maybe I’m missing something…
hi Melody! that was an option, but I like it just how it is. I want to keep things on top of it and not have to move things. but thanks for the suggestion!! 🌺
When u talk about a van build, you are actually building, so talented. You are so much fun to watch, I get lots of ideas from you.😊😊
hi Louise!! thanks so much for your nice note!! so glad to know you have fun watching my videos and that you get lots of ideas! Lulu 😊
Hi Lulu! Nice tour. Its always a pleasure to hear you speak about courage and joy. Your inspiration is infectious. Happy and safe travels to you. 🚙
hi Denise!!! thanks so much for writing, I appreciate it! and I just love my zentangle bottle, that I properly stuck to the countertop with alien tape, it worked perfect!! LOVE IT!! ❤️
Oh. My. Goodness. ⚘ Bunches of helps for me here. THANK YOU.
What an absolutely fabulous van build!! I especially loved the two sideways CD towers as kitchen cabinets...perfect! Btw...I have an old 4" foam piece (like yours) that ended up being a perfect size for the old futon frame a friend gave me when she moved. It's just right to use in place of a sofa, and more comfortable than any bed I've ever owned. I've always thought that if I ever went into a tiny house or a van/truck buildout that I'd try to use that as my bed, because it also has the advantage of a lot of space underneath to slide in storage boxes, bins, etc. Thanks for taking the time to share all this. So well thought out!
Oh I love that idea! 🤩
This is INCREDIBLE!🎉 This is my DREAM ❤ amazing how this channel &video appeared in my feed!! Liked, Subscribed and looking forward to seeing more interesting videos. BRILLIANT job!❤from London Uk 🇬🇧
hello JoJo!!! I'm so happy you found my channel and are enjoying it!! stay tuned when I get back from this current roadtrip and have all kinds of tweaks and adjustments to my build for the next trip!! Lulu 😊
GIRL!!!! I adore your van! I love the way you have decorated and am also very impressed with your organizational skills! Thanks for sharing this , you have given me many great ideas for my minivan camper! xo
hello Maria!! thanks so much for such a delightful note!! I appreciate it!! so happy to know you got some good ideas for yourself!! enjoy building your minivan, it's a blast! Lulu 🌺
You are so clever I was dozing off off when I began watching this I have stayed awake the whole time I really enjoyed watching your cleverness I want to eventually have a van and travel as well right now I’m saving for it not doing any of the w myself I want everything done right I have subscripted to your channel thank you so very much for sharing
hello Frederica!! I'm glad you enjoyed the van tour!!!
Awesome tour, Lulu! My book is on the way. Can’t wait for the book club to get started! 😊
thanks so much!! I'm excited about the book club too! YAY!!
I just found your channel today and you are amazing and my new hero😊I too am retired and would have never even thought of the creative ways you came up with! I will be watching your channel from now on. Too me you have been one brave woman and an example for all of us who want to be independent 😇
PS: Thank you!
hello Susan!! thank you so much for such a warm and delightful note. I appreciate you writing and I'm glad you found my channel and you are enjoying it!! WELCOME!! Lulu ❤️
This is the most amazing van work I’ve ever seen , absolutely amazing! 🌟 💫 ⭐️ 🌹
Wow, thank you!
Incredibly organized - I'm so impressed!!
thanks so much! 😊