Love interaction with your wife . I remember as a child in England in the 40's, men built on their bikes, some sort of concept for the wife and a child, to go off for a days picnic in the country. Many, even if they had a car, petrol was rationed. So it led to a lot of 'do it yourself' ideas .I think they are great ; i'm sure the homeless apreciate this habitacle.
Back atcha D! Michael made me an electro fan, Not many better. Two years now dragging Mary to the big B. We've amassed a few regulars to camp with. Much better than past years. Hope all is grand with you!
Paul you are such an amazing individual with such "simple" creative ideas to share that are so meaningful!. The world is a better place because of you! May God Bless you as you continue to share your "journey" with us!! :)
your passion for cozy mini spaces...was it born as a boy inside some appliance carton with a door and window cut out? how your ideas take me back to that great sensation in my youth!!! and igloos out of snow... 😌
You did GREAT.....upping the antie !!! Your wife should be PROUD to have such a 'creative', inventive' husband....you can't 'find' many of those any more !! I'd even 'bring' you the 'tea' ; ) .....Keep those idea's 'flowing'....!! ( NYC woman but ya can't get me to 'stay' lol inside...love love love the outdoors.!! )
Love your video!!!. You are so talented in your building that most of us folks would have difficultly building one. I wish you would do a KISS build , "keep it simple stupid" "for me" shelter. I would love to try to build one for my farm . Please keep the videos coming. thank you, Gray
I can see building one of these for myself, my daughter, son in law, & my 3 grandkids. One for each of us when life becomes intolerable. I am not ready for that, but I'm heading there. Cool videos dude. Totally cool!
I really enjoy these videos about your shelter designs. This one really got me thinking about the possibility of a trailer for a motorcycle. Not this particular design exactly, but it got me to thinking.
google flower pot heater if you do not already know what it is. It will heat your shelters with small candles. I really enjoy your videos and the time you put into your projects. Thanks again. -Parvel
I love your videos. you blow my mind. I love my coroplast kayak, and I love seeing people's faces when they see it work. I want to build more things. keep up the good work. amazing!
@@splendid147 Shame on you! Building is constructive. Trolling is not. Building and videotaping and sharing is a lot of work, have some respect. Sharing your build is like a database join of useful informations silo-ed in one brain connecting with other brain databases. The result is a dynamic solving of issues with first build. This is how humans survived the ice age. Ice Age Man: Hey guys, I just built a bow and arrow for hunting! You: Another useless device that won't get us anywhere.
Love it Paul! This is the shizz! Can't help but notice you rocking out to some strong electro/ trippy horn sounds! Hey Merry Christmas and Happy New year matey!
You guys are too cute! & I love all your stuff Paul:) I'm trying to get people to realize that it's not just the HOMELESS anymore. There's a huge population like myself, with Social Security incomes, living terrified, unable to keep up with today's RENTS & cost of living. Many still young, like me 54 with disabilities, needing all the amenities, toilet, warmth, cold food storage... so maybe SOLAR. But we are a COMMODITY, with small but RELIABLE INCOMES. We have mobility scooters to tow something nice, & are supposed to have a home address. For example, I have to pay at least $400 a mo. rent. Iduno Paul, I'm just hoping, someone with your passion & ingenuity could find a way to latch on to this niche. Thanx:)
A good source for handles is from a garage door installer. Many times customer don't want handles at least on the outside of their door because of the automatic operator. It worth the call if you need them.
Keyholeartists, that's a damb shame. Sorry to hear that. Kids push over cows here, but the Homeless folk have always been targets. I don't see the logic. They have no money, no home, life is tough. What goes through the mind of a thug? 'I'm better than you' or 'you're worthless'. I don't get it.
People have not evolved as far as they actually think. When hard times hit, people can become savages instantly. We think we are all that but what we are is just barely evolved to be decent on the surface. Sad story really.
Your a genius! :D I've seen in another of your videos that you made a mobile bicycle shelter incase something happen. At the end you said you had an idea how to make one for every day use. It would be so awesome to see how that would turn out, hope you make one :D
That would be a blast! I almost made something similar for my 81 foot high tree pearch but my wife nixed the idea. Women, they just don't understand...
Flower pot heaters are proven not to work any more than the candle. The pots act as a heat collector, so the head doesn't go straight up to the ceiling. It does make a nice hand warmer though.
I watch your uploads and your great, id still like to see this type of thing given to homeless people. in my opinion, some homeless have been that way so long even if that had a group house they would still like to remain a loner, this would give them a lot better then a box or sleeping bag. please make more of them. honestly 4 x 4 is better then nothing, and the push part absolutely!!!
I'm presently working on a bicycle towed airsteam looking shelter, posted on my website www.ElkinsDIY.com under Shelters/Mobile Shelters. I'm thinking now of making a simpler version for a homeless individual.
I really love the yellow plastic with zip ties, whats the cheapest a person can build one of those for? without wheels/ with wheels? I really love the idea of pushing, as opposed to bike.. for example there are a lot of Vietnam vets out there, that cant ride a bike, some elderly...just keeping the options open.
Paul Elkins ----- Hi Paul, I was wondering if it would be possible for you to build me to put on the back of my truck. I'm very serious could you please get back to me about this thanks 😊 You can contact me at Califdreamer62@gmail.com Thanks again
Have you considered creating a camper that fits in a truck bed? I would love to see a materials list for that! Husband wants to build one and it will be heavy.
I have experimented with a small shape to live in and settled on a 8'x12' as the smallest realistic live in building shown on Jackgoldman1 on you tube. This is a live in size built with full size comfortable living for up to two people. Cost me $1,000 but I love it.
Wow! Thanks for sharing your delightfully inspiring DIY projects. My Gordon and I are amazed at how little they are but they sure do pack a big punch! Your lovely and sweet wife is definably supportive and loving in every way. I'm sure. As you are, too. It seems to us that you both share a beautiful piece of heaven on earth. We should be so lucky in our respective country (N + S of border) homes but when harsh reality steps in wonderful ppl like yourself come out fighting --- peacefully and mindfully --- with sword-pen or hammer and drill in hand to solve some very real problems in our world. Thanks for rocking! Leona {n_n} + Gordon {a_a} OH! Will SHARE your videos and channel with his and mine parents! They will LOVE this!
looks good Paul. i have had an idea of building a small shelter to fit on the back of my car. i am hopping to get it to bolt to my towbar. any idears. will post a video on this idea soon if that will help mark
Hi Paul. I just heard about a tool called the coro claw and wondered if you had one and if you use it or prefer something else when working with coroplast. You're the coroplast king so the one to ask. Keep up the great work. I know there are a lot of people who have something to sleep in because of your ideas.
I've seen the coroclaw but have yet to spend the coin on one. I just use the tip of my pen knife when cutting one side. It takes practice. There are a few folks who've made my shelters for their local homeless. That's what I was hoping for. BLESS THEM! I'm just the idea guy.
Pretty neat stuff. Would love to build a couple and run them into the city, give 'em to a couple of homeless fellas. What do they cost to make? What do they weigh? You think it could me bike trailered? and what sort of insulation were you thinking? Like mylar or something?
Hello again. Is there any chance you have some sort of photo of the base with out the wheel. I'm working on building one similar to this for my bike tour this year.
Hey twiggs24. Contact me @ paulwelkins at yahooooo dot com and I'll send you some pics. Would love to see what you've got going on. I wouldn't mind including you on my website too, with your permission. Paul
dah banyak kali aku tengok camper bicycle ciptaan paul elkins,ang berbeza sedikit ,enarik bagi aku..nampak lapang,senang hati bila duduk didalamnya,tak berserabut kepala aku,nampak ringan,tak susah keadaannya,simple saja ciptaannya,pintu luas terbuka,aku suka pintu macam itu,dan boleh aku tahu tingginya,lebarnya dan panjangnya...boleh bagitahu aku...
Hey Chopper rules1. Just checked out your site. Nice! Would you have a 2" square tube that plugs into where the ball hitch goes to hold it up? similar to the ones I see that carry an electric mobility chair? I can see this plus 2 support legs you bring down to support your weight when in use. You coud fashion it like a boat tail (Ecomoders) website, to give you aerodynamic advantage! You might be on to something...
thanks paul i will check out the website. i think you are wright i will make it like a mobility chair carryer. i will try and do a video of my idea and post it on my channel to see what you think. many thanks mark
Christopher, First off Google wont' allow me to make a direct reply I HATE GOOGLE!!! 80 pounds, $110, Yes on bike trailer but would make it more aerodynamic and use aluminum. Mylar bubble wrap covered with wool blankets.
weres a good place to find the coragated plastic u use?any place that I can get some for free that u know of?im going to try a build one of these things for myself.im tired if being homeless.and u gave me an idea.thank u.but idk were to get the plastic..
Most reclamation sites that collect bottles, paper etc. will often collect polypropylene plastic. After an election a lot of the outdoor fluted plastic signs you see on the roadway go to these places to get recycled. Google search on and include your city or town. You should get a list. Call them and ask if you can reclaim them for free.
I am disabled and cant go camping without support services, I am on benefit and want a shelter I can pull with my mobility scooter, needs to have a power point to recharge scooter and cost is an issue so it has to be cheep. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Love interaction with your wife . I remember as a child in England in the 40's, men built on their bikes, some sort of concept for the wife and a child, to go off for a days picnic in the country. Many, even if they had a car, petrol was rationed. So it led to a lot of 'do it yourself' ideas .I think they are great ; i'm sure the homeless apreciate this habitacle.
Paul,I love your creativity,I hope to see more further videos from you
Back atcha D! Michael made me an electro fan, Not many better. Two years now dragging Mary to the big B.
We've amassed a few regulars to camp with. Much better than past years. Hope all is grand with you!
Paul you are such an amazing individual with such "simple" creative ideas to share that are so meaningful!. The world is a better place because of you! May God Bless you as you continue to share your "journey" with us!! :)
Simple, clever, versatile and beautiful! And wouldn't cost a fortune to build either. What's not to love?
very nice...... I would put that in the woods and "escape" to it from time to time, that is a surprisingly complete micro camper, very creative.
your passion for cozy mini spaces...was it born as a boy inside some appliance carton with a door and window cut out?
how your ideas take me back to that great sensation in my youth!!!
and igloos out of snow...
😌
You did GREAT.....upping the antie !!! Your wife should be PROUD to have such a 'creative', inventive' husband....you can't 'find' many of those any more !! I'd even 'bring' you the 'tea' ; ) .....Keep those idea's 'flowing'....!!
( NYC woman but ya can't get me to 'stay' lol inside...love love love the outdoors.!! )
okay it's official, I love this couple..... how adorable! Great videos and inventions....
What a fabulous video too Paul. You guys are so cute :) so glad my random you tube stream took me back to this little gem. X
It sounds like I am watching a documentary. Your voice is soothing! Great work as well.
Love your video!!!. You are so talented in your building that most of us folks would have difficultly building one. I wish you would do a KISS build , "keep it simple stupid" "for me" shelter. I would love to try to build one for my farm . Please keep the videos coming. thank you, Gray
The birds hopping around sound like popcorn. LOL
Dear Cenelind your opinion is unfortunate P.S you think weird
@@mitchdsterne7222 what a stupid answer!!!
I can see building one of these for myself, my daughter, son in law, & my 3 grandkids. One for each of us when life becomes intolerable. I am not ready for that, but I'm heading there. Cool videos dude. Totally cool!
Nice job and cool lil shelter indeed.
Paul, everything you do is art :)
I really enjoy these videos about your shelter designs. This one really got me thinking about the possibility of a trailer for a motorcycle. Not this particular design exactly, but it got me to thinking.
google flower pot heater if you do not already know what it is. It will heat your shelters with small candles. I really enjoy your videos and the time you put into your projects. Thanks again. -Parvel
Just another Paul Elkins genius cool micro-solution!
Another Great Post Paul, Thank You!
Good man, doing good things. Thank you Jesus.
Paul, I like your thought process, thanks for sharing, I always get inspiration watching your vids! Shalom!
You are a legend sir. Simply put......legend!
What a sweet couple. God bless you both and more power to your channel sir.
Loved the video,great job on your inventions, what is that banging noise,it is spooky, ha,ha,lovely couple. ;)
I love your videos. you blow my mind. I love my coroplast kayak, and I love seeing people's faces when they see it work. I want to build more things. keep up the good work. amazing!
Thanks zanymama. What kind of kayak do you have?
+Paul Elkins I bought your plans recently and made the kayak. it is awesome.
FANTASTIC!!
You two are so cute .. i think it would make also good for summer time . Thank you for sharing
Hey Builderofstuff,
That's exactly what I'm trying to do, get you the viewer to think and be inspired.
sebastian powell very friendly...😒
Jeremy Lovejoy That's just what trolls do, unfortunately.
Where did u go
@@splendid147 Shame on you! Building is constructive. Trolling is not. Building and videotaping and sharing is a lot of work, have some respect. Sharing your build is like a database join of useful informations silo-ed in one brain connecting with other brain databases. The result is a dynamic solving of issues with first build. This is how humans survived the ice age.
Ice Age Man: Hey guys, I just built a bow and arrow for hunting!
You: Another useless device that won't get us anywhere.
These shelters are a great innovative idea. Be great if one of the charity foundations would look at them for use in disaster situations.
Cool design. Your wife is very cool. You are a lucky man.
This is a terrific vid! Such a super idea. I'm gonna get started on one right after the Holidaze! Thanks, K🎪
The tall one is the flue for the vegetable oil heater and the smaller one is the air intake.
Love it Paul! This is the shizz!
Can't help but notice you rocking out to some strong electro/ trippy horn sounds!
Hey Merry Christmas and Happy New year matey!
The liddle bird is doing a Gean Kelly on yo roof , very talented birds you have there 😂
Id love to park this up in one of the trees on my lot in Grays Harbor, enjoying winter storms.
thnk u sir for sharing hugs n hand shake to every body ............... hava blessed day ........
New subscriber I’m glad I found your channel!! It gives me inspiration!
You guys are too cute! & I love all your stuff Paul:) I'm trying to get people to realize that it's not just the HOMELESS anymore. There's a huge population like myself, with Social Security incomes, living terrified, unable to keep up with today's RENTS & cost of living. Many still young, like me 54 with disabilities, needing all the amenities, toilet, warmth, cold food storage... so maybe SOLAR. But we are a COMMODITY, with small but RELIABLE INCOMES. We have mobility scooters to tow something nice, & are supposed to have a home address. For example, I have to pay at least $400 a mo. rent. Iduno Paul, I'm just hoping, someone with your passion & ingenuity could find a way to latch on to this niche. Thanx:)
you are a good man paul. thank u fir your videos.
+Bobby Ramalho You're welcome Bobby. My pleasure, and thanks for watching!
+Paul Elkins no problem at all my wife and i have been watching all your vids you've definitely inspired us to start a few DIY projects of our own!
This one seems better than the one that had a bubble on the end that you stuck your head into. This one seems as though it provides better privacy.
A good source for handles is from a garage door installer. Many times customer don't want handles at least on the outside of their door because of the automatic operator. It worth the call if you need them.
You did it again...congrats. Love it! You tempt me to try one...Hum.
You are an inspiration sir. Thank you.
I love your channel. You are awesome
sesuatu yang kreatif membuatkan saya berfikir tentang kehebatan Mr, Paul Elkins
Keyholeartists, that's a damb shame. Sorry to hear that. Kids push over cows here, but the Homeless folk have always been targets. I don't see the logic. They have no money, no home, life is tough. What goes through the mind of a thug? 'I'm better than you' or 'you're worthless'. I don't get it.
Paul Elkins cause people R basically heartless😢😢😢
People have not evolved as far as they actually think. When hard times hit, people can become savages instantly. We think we are all that but what we are is just barely evolved to be decent on the surface. Sad story really.
Your a genius! :D
I've seen in another of your videos that you made a mobile bicycle shelter incase something happen. At the end you said you had an idea how to make one for every day use. It would be so awesome to see how that would turn out, hope you make one :D
It is a very cool shelter :) I like your ideas. You have me thinking about other possibilities.
That would be a blast! I almost made something similar for my 81 foot high tree pearch but my wife nixed the idea. Women, they just don't understand...
Flower pot heaters are proven not to work any more than the candle. The pots act as a heat collector, so the head doesn't go straight up to the ceiling. It does make a nice hand warmer though.
Would be soooo awesome if you made one a little longer for two .. I’d totally buy one
I hope when I am there age I am at least half as happy as those two
:-D I love your videos. You are amazing. This made me happy. Thank you !
I watch your uploads and your great, id still like to see this type of thing given to homeless people. in my opinion, some homeless have been that way so long even if that had a group house they would still like to remain a loner, this would give them a lot better then a box or sleeping bag. please make more of them. honestly 4 x 4 is better then nothing, and the push part absolutely!!!
I'm presently working on a bicycle towed airsteam looking shelter, posted on my website www.ElkinsDIY.com under Shelters/Mobile Shelters.
I'm thinking now of making a simpler version for a homeless individual.
I really love the yellow plastic with zip ties, whats the cheapest a person can build one of those for? without wheels/ with wheels? I really love the idea of pushing, as opposed to bike.. for example there are a lot of Vietnam vets out there, that cant ride a bike, some elderly...just keeping the options open.
Sue Sue
Hey Alicia Steven, The dimensions were 4 feet by 8 feet by 4mm thick.
Very creative, something I would like to have for my own sacred space. Henry David Thoreau would be impressed!
what is the material you build with
4mm thick 4x8 foot sheets of Coroplast, better known as fluted plastic. On this I used green sheets. The more common color is white.
Paul Elkins could u turn the bed and use the angle as a skylight
Paul Elkins ----- Hi Paul, I was wondering if it would be possible for you to build me to put on the back of my truck. I'm very serious could you please get back to me about this thanks 😊 You can contact me at Califdreamer62@gmail.com Thanks again
enjoyed the birds on the roof
Have you considered creating a camper that fits in a truck bed? I would love to see a materials list for that! Husband wants to build one and it will be heavy.
I tried out a fold up idea but it was too heavy and difficult to erect by myself. I may try another version in the future.
I built this put it on the side of hill and it fell when I looked outside I could not stop laughing thank you
you an your wife looks like a wonderful couple. thank you Jesus!
It's getting hard to find a good woman that won't destroy your life and dreams. He must have gotten the older model
I have experimented with a small shape to live in and settled on a 8'x12' as the smallest realistic live in building shown on Jackgoldman1 on you tube. This is a live in size built with full size comfortable living for up to two people. Cost me $1,000 but I love it.
Wow! Thanks for sharing your delightfully inspiring DIY projects. My Gordon and I are amazed at how little they are but they sure do pack a big punch! Your lovely and sweet wife is definably supportive and loving in every way. I'm sure. As you are, too. It seems to us that you both share a beautiful piece of heaven on earth. We should be so lucky in our respective country (N + S of border) homes but when harsh reality steps in wonderful ppl like yourself come out fighting --- peacefully and mindfully --- with sword-pen or hammer and drill in hand to solve some very real problems in our world. Thanks for rocking! Leona {n_n} + Gordon {a_a}
OH! Will SHARE your videos and channel with his and mine parents! They will LOVE this!
Great job
looks good Paul. i have had an idea of building a small shelter to fit on the back of my car. i am hopping to get it to bolt to my towbar. any idears.
will post a video on this idea soon if that will help
mark
Love you guys brilliant
Cvs throws this material away too. Sometimes from portable inventory racks
Wish people in my town would get behind me in a project for our homeless😢😢
Hey great video but got a qustion for you what is that pvc looking thing sticking out the front for and again thanks
Very nice small
I would like one of these ..
Good job n god bless
the wheels are a great improvement
Have you thought about a bicycle Rv. Or a bicycle rv. Trailer?
Hi Paul. I just heard about a tool called the coro claw and wondered if you had one and if you use it or prefer something else when working with coroplast. You're the coroplast king so the one to ask. Keep up the great work. I know there are a lot of people who have something to sleep in because of your ideas.
I've seen the coroclaw but have yet to spend the coin on one. I just use the tip of my pen knife when cutting one side. It takes practice.
There are a few folks who've made my shelters for their local homeless. That's what I was hoping for. BLESS THEM! I'm just the idea guy.
Fun concept!
Prawie jak mercedes, good machine )
You look cute together what a true match ❤️❤️
wow that looks great thanks !!
Pretty neat stuff.
Would love to build a couple and run them into the city, give 'em to a couple of homeless fellas. What do they cost to make? What do they weigh? You think it could me bike trailered? and what sort of insulation were you thinking? Like mylar or something?
on n'a pas besoins de trop pour vivre , merci ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, jus de l'essentiel
Can you make a video about the mini stove?
Hello again. Is there any chance you have some sort of photo of the base with out the wheel. I'm working on building one similar to this for my bike tour this year.
Hey twiggs24. Contact me @ paulwelkins at yahooooo dot com and I'll send you some pics. Would love to see what you've got going on. I wouldn't mind including you on my website too, with your permission.
Paul
dah banyak kali aku tengok camper bicycle ciptaan paul elkins,ang berbeza sedikit ,enarik bagi aku..nampak lapang,senang hati bila duduk didalamnya,tak berserabut kepala aku,nampak ringan,tak susah keadaannya,simple saja ciptaannya,pintu luas terbuka,aku suka pintu macam itu,dan boleh aku tahu tingginya,lebarnya dan panjangnya...boleh bagitahu aku...
I can't find any where to to get the big sheets of coragated plastic
What were the dimensions of the sheets of coroplast you were using?
I love your video
Hey Chopper rules1.
Just checked out your site. Nice! Would you have a 2" square tube that plugs into where the ball hitch goes to hold it up? similar to the ones I see that carry an electric mobility chair? I can see this plus 2 support legs you bring down to support your weight when in use. You coud fashion it like a boat tail (Ecomoders) website, to give you aerodynamic advantage! You might be on to something...
thanks paul i will check out the website. i think you are wright i will make it like a mobility chair carryer. i will try and do a video of my idea and post it on my channel to see what you think.
many thanks
mark
If you were to insulate it what would you use.
Christopher,
First off Google wont' allow me to make a direct reply I HATE GOOGLE!!!
80 pounds, $110, Yes on bike trailer but would make it more aerodynamic and use aluminum. Mylar bubble wrap covered with wool blankets.
Is there insulation in that little trailer?
Paul, where do you get your yellow coroplast? I can't seem to find it on the internet. Thanks.
weres a good place to find the coragated plastic u use?any place that I can get some for free that u know of?im going to try a build one of these things for myself.im tired if being homeless.and u gave me an idea.thank u.but idk were to get the plastic..
Most reclamation sites that collect bottles, paper etc. will often collect polypropylene plastic. After an election a lot of the outdoor fluted plastic signs you see on the roadway go to these places to get recycled. Google search on and include your city or town. You should get a list. Call them and ask if you can reclaim them for free.
Awesome!☺️
very nice
I'd be laughing my head off watching the birds on the roof and probably scare them off!
hey paul how you enjoy your resting on that micro shelter when its winter?
hey paul, good stuff man right on (y) i have one question if you dont mind im just wondering if you still build stuff like this??
Hi Sr. did you have the blueprints of this proyect on line?
Take my money please. I could really use this for my cross country bike ride this summer.
In a few days I'll post a video of my new Bicycle Camper. It's the bomb...
That would be great. I had a long hospital visit last year and that has made me want to go out and see the country
What is banging in the back ground pls ?
I am disabled and cant go camping without support services, I am on benefit and want a shelter I can pull with my mobility scooter, needs to have a power point to recharge scooter and cost is an issue so it has to be cheep. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Are you from CANADA?? I just seen someone riding in a bike , very similar to the one at 0:57 of your video Ontario to be more specific :)