WE MOVED INTO OUR VAN! | Claire P. Thomas
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ก.ย. 2024
- WILL IT ALL FIT?! The van build has been complete for a couple weeks now, and we have been spending this time downsizing, packing, researching and figuring out everything we need (or don't need) to bring with us in the van. We laid out all the things we were hoping to fit in our new tiny home, not sure if it actually would. Watch this video to find out EVERYTHING we packed and if we made it all fit.
To get caught up on our van build and how we got here, check out these previous videos:
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UPDATE ON MY VAN CONVERSION: • Update on my Van Conve...
VAN UPGRADE: • NEW VAN UPGRADE | Clai...
MY VAN IS FINALLY MY HOME: • My van is FINALLY my h...
VAN CONVERSION TOUR: • Van Conversion Tour | ...
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Am I the only one who is blown away with Claire’s toned arms?!? Thanks for the ideas on how to load. I will be full timing soon and need all the advice I can get. 👍🏻
You're not the only one. She is very toned and athletic. You can tell that she works out alot.
I am like...wow...yes hunty yes
Looks like a body builder to me.
Those arms are amazing...
Good place to start but I feel like this is going to change A LOT in the coming months. You don’t need half of what you have, don’t have half of what you need and everything will probably get rearranged at least 5 times.
Experience taught me keep most things low, and wrap anything that rattles in cloth, bring half the clothes and use them for a purpose. Anything you really need you will find along the way.
Prior military....rolling your clothes will save sooooooo much more space.
@1234 i saw that on a van tour once...that is an awesome idea. Do you have an instagram for your build. Id love to see it. We have one littlespace_differentplace
Current military: it’s a game changer
We just met at OTF. You both are such sweet people. Keep it up. I’m cheering for you both.
Love how you laid everything out in sections and explained why everything is included. Lol...you sure like shoes. And the van build is lovely.
For people complaining about the build and how it’s blocked off from the front. Many European style builds are done in the same manner. If you want to follow a page called the Indie projects, their build is similar. They closed off the front except for a cubby area for their pet. Only difference is the opening is on the opposite side.
Milly Rosario I like this quote 6+3=9 but so does 5+4=9. The way you do things is not always the only way to do them. Respect other people’s way of thinking.
Use the space in the back of your van for tools just in case
Ziploc makes a travel space bag that allows you to remove air from folded clothes so you can pack more clothes in a small space.
In not so ideal circumstances (God forbid) I can't see jumping out of bed then, out of the van, to run around & get into the driver seat to speed off going smoothly. The cabinetry though is nice.
Very good point!!
Hence the "window" in the bulkhead, I'd say. In an emergency, they'd be able to get through there.
You have so much stuff. I would definitely find a smaller way for the shoes.
I understand how you feel. We just started traveling the world and had to pack everything into a small backpack and one carry-on😁
Great video!
Dude hands. 💪🏻 😮
Where's the toilet and shower?
they have a solar shower.
Space hogging "luxuries"? that are not needed. (Stink, take up space, maintenance, costly, not really needed)
Just alittle suggestion for your shoes, to make more room...maybe consider using wall hooks that extend out alittle more to hang all your shoes on the inside wall portion, that way, you don't need the rack which takes up room. Or use the shoe mounted wall rack. Good Luck with your journeys, be safe, and have fun!!
I love that idea! Thank you so much for your suggestion!
You should fold your clothes Marie Kondo style (search for videos on here!) It's such a game changer...saves so much space and makes it easier to find things!!
100% agree, it's incredible how much difference it can make.
Nice video and love your set up and how you made it all fit!! ( Where’s your potty??) Try not to put too much clothes in your portable washer. . Put very very light clothes in there a little at a time. . I had the same one and the handle broke after 3 washes.
You guys are super dope. This was a recomend that I'm actually glad I clicked on. Good luck on your adventure! Blessings
Did you guys weigh the van after you added everything? Can the model handle that much weight?
Congratulations! The Van is so pretty!
Thank you!!
Great job! The shoe rack is not the best use of space... lots of air and space between the shelves. Also, there is space above the glasses to add another shelf.
It is really hard to believe how all your various containers just so happened to fit exactly into your many storage spaces...
Packing cubes from Amazon will help you with your clothes are ready of your towels or anything. We live in a fifth wheel and every bit of space is precious
question: if you want a shoe you will always have to get out and open the back door?
Awesome build, looks great and I love the fresh herb and spice garden plan. Wish you two happy and safe adventures
2 notes: you need to make sure there is space between your mattress and the plywood for ventilation, or drill a few holes in the ply (serious mold issues for people that do a mattress directly on plywood). And I personally couldn't work with just 5 gallons of water for 2 people, would look to maybe put 2 more Jerry cans in the trunk or something
No shower or bathroom?? Van doesn't seem very long
Solar "bag" shower and folding toilet seat with bag for emergencies and trowel for outdoor/woods potty holes.
These guys have a lot to learn ha ha - good luck !
Girl, the penny mirror is such a unique ideal!
Cant wait for the trips
Claire, I'm excited to follow you along on this journey!
I'm wondering what power source you have to work all your power items..
So beautiful and very homey feeling! Amazing!
A mi me parece super bien lo que hiciste aveces uno no necesita tanto lo material para vivir lo mas importante es tener paz interior y para nosotras que nos gusta el deporte que nunca nos falte 👏👏👏 Desde 🇨🇴 un abrazo
First time viewer of channel and just to let you know I subscribed and hit the bell. Love it when you pulled out drawer and said ....of course we have A DRAWER
Van Hack: Get pillow cases that zip up and store some clothes in there.
This is seriously so inspiring!! Downsize & do what makes you happy. ❣️ can't wait to keep following!!
Thanks girl. Downsizing feels SO refreshing!!
this is so cool! ahh you have always inspired me to push my self everyday! 💗😽✌️
Thank you so much! That means the world to me. ❤️
Claire P. Thomas Official of course! it means so much that you responded!
Sorry, i can't concentrate on the van because of those biceps..
Very nice van build with a lot of storage space
so excited for you guys!!
The PETT (Portable Environmental Toilet)...it is a small tripod toilet that folds to the size of a brief case. Digging a hole in the poring rain is not a pleasant experience.
GO MAGIC!!!
U better use the konmarie’s method for folding clothes. It is great. Good luck in your trip.
Jessica Da Silva I was going to suggest that....saves a lot of space
Melinda L yeap and when they has more time on the road they’ll going to keep away some cloths too 😁
This is so cool 🤩 I just found your TH-cam channel via your Instagram, and I love them both!! Subscribed immediately 🏆
You rock!! I really appreciate your support. 🙌
Love the van! Too much stuff though (jerseys lol) Don't see any tools 🤔
This was so satisfying to watch
This makes me want to love the simple life❤️
Where's the food going to go?
Your pics on IG have been just stunning! Glad you’re out exploring! So jealous! 💞
Thank you Brie! We are having the time of our lives!
Good job
Me encantó!! Todo lo mejor para ambos, quedó muy bello todo 🧡🧡🧡✨✨✨
It all looks great. Not sure about tight spaces for the long run but good luck to you guys! Hope everything works out!
Nice build.Who build your van?
Can't wait to see you guys exploring!! 😊-Whitney W
Have you considered the scrubba laundry bag? It only washes a few items at a time but folds into I pocket! I watched a few reviews and they are all pretty positive x
That is a beautiful van! I love it!!!
I love your energy
Thank you so much! ❤️
Congratulations!
Did you guys get rid of the toilet???
Yes we decided to remove it for a smaller fold up toilet. We only plan on using it for emergencies because we always be near public restrooms or the woods 😅😅
I was wondering that too
What do you guys do for work
Yeah I hate deciding where to put day to day stuff that I don’t..... use day to day....
Yay!!! Congrats!!
Welcome to the #vanlife
Marie Kondo folding technique would help you fit things so much better and be able to see every item of clothing at a glance rather than them stacked on top of each other.. that way you don’t have to pull things out to get to a T-shirt at the bottom etc 👍
all that glass is gonna shatter as soon as you go bouncing down the road
SO AWESOME! What camera and mic are you guys using?!
Ditch that laundry machine! If you don’t you’ll be chucking it in a few months anyways
agree! I feel like if they are that concerned about cleaning clothes they can get a scrubba bag and it would take up so much less room.
Hahaha we already got rid of it 🤣🤣
@@ClairePThomas LOL! Amazing!
Did u guys sell a house or were you renting
I Love the way the walls and the penny ring looks too! And the van is soo cozy!
Just one question, I don't know if I missed it ,or what, but where did the toilet go?
All you need is 1 plate 1 bowl
Will yall be getting a thune for on top of the van for more storage.
Are you using folder/binder storage bins for you clothes? I think it’s a great idea for the van
Subbed for the adventures. There was so many thing's I wanted to give ya a heads up on I feel like a troll saying them but you will figure it out along the way. Lol happy adventures
This is so cool.
Enjoyed the video. What's the portable shower y'all got?
LOL, 16 jerseys!
Were are you moving from
Early!! You are amazing!❤🙌
This is really interesting to me
How long you van
Early, you inspire me so much🤩🤩
Thank you Beth! ❤️
Where is the toilet?
Claire's arms are amazing.!! Outstanding content..!! Can't wait to share more of your new upcoming adventures guys. It will be so much fun. I already love it. Congratulations guys.
Water, heat, cooling, toilet ?
Did you watch the whole thing? Water and toilet were both discussed.
@@Clareopedia Watched again, nicly done video! You have everything planned. Enjoy your journey, DG
What did you do with the stuff you left behind.
We donated the of majority of it and left some stuff at our parent’s
Tip: your video is stuttering in the low light because you set your shutter speed lower than your frame rate. So if your shooting 24fps, you can’t go lower than 1/30fps. Ideally stay double the frame rate (1/60). Use your iso or add light.
J.B. Waggoner thank you so much for this tip! We figured it out after we shot this video of course. Still new to a camera that’s not an iPhone 🤣🤣
What happened to the toilet that was installed?
I was wondering the same thing
Having lived in an RV for a number of consecutive years, I suspect the washing machine will go (you only need to wash clothes weekly, at most, but usually every couple weeks) in favor of a composting or cassette toilet (which you'd use multiple times a day). Especially during the pandemic, many of us vanlifers have discovered that a reliance on public facilities is tough. I was so thankful to have a toilet in mine when campgrounds, gyms, and many other places I used to frequent were closed.
I am so excited to see adventures from this van! BTW I came from Instagram
Who built your van? Looking for a good builder.
GGGIIIIRRRLLLYYYY them arms...FIRE!! YOU GO GURL
NICE VAN BUILD TOO!!
Big big big congratulations from India
bathroom?
What happened to the toilet lol 😂
If you roll them you will fit more
Van life is about down sizing. If it fits great. But there should be a balance between minimalism and hoarding. Its almost looks like hoarding for van life. Like, you only need 2 or three pair of shoes as a female, 2 swimsuits, 3 dresses 4 shirts 2 jeans 2 shorts 2 skirts 8 panties 3 bras 3 pair of socks and your hat.
Minus that backwards baseball cap....
what happened to the toilet you had in there
Your "Washing Machine" is HUGE. My guess is that you will figure out a smaller method for cleaning your clothes.
Yes! We actually have already decided we won’t be needing that. 🤗
Yep, I had one of those about 30 years ago, but it was more trouble than it was worth. I recommend a Scrubba bag for the times you want to handwash things rather than go to a laundromat.
Her leggings are SO cute!!! Does anyone know where they are from
Simply ask HER!!!!
They are from Free People ❤️
I came to ask the same thing...
New subbie!!! 👍🏾🌄💝
lmao you really put a toaster in your storage space.... how annoyed are you going to be when you take it out everyday to use and then have to wait for it to cool to store it back.