This Budget DIY Camper Van is Surprisingly Functional & Beautiful - Van Life Tour

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  • @saywhat7150
    @saywhat7150 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the resourcefulness of their van. They can go and do everything a $150,000 van can do. The reuse, tie it down, save that piece, and pride of putting it all together is what makes this van priceless. Awesome job.

  • @corinnelsmith
    @corinnelsmith 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    They are the coolest couple. Love their personalities and vibe. It’s been the realest van life build I’ve ever seen. All the others are like rich people wanting to do something trendy and building these expensive ass homes on wheels. This is the kind of van life I would want.

  • @lindylindybasicoceangirl
    @lindylindybasicoceangirl 5 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    ...love the whole “can-do” spirit of this build...shows it can work if you’re creative...also yay to the guard cat keeping everyone safe...

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      But who keeps us safe from the cat?

    • @lindylindybasicoceangirl
      @lindylindybasicoceangirl 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ...hahaha...just keep being stellar humans...and never run out of good food 😺🐓🐾

  • @rosalieenglish5533
    @rosalieenglish5533 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THE FACT THAT YOU BUILT SOMETHING SO GEORGEOUS FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT IS WHAT LIFE IS ALL ABOUT!!!!
    YOU ARE BOTH HAPPY AND LOVING LIFE, YOU ARE ENJOYING THE FRUITS OF YOUR LABOR!!!! GOOD JOB

  • @cathylynnpietranton
    @cathylynnpietranton 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    We like the fact that this couple was very frugal and found uses for different materials. Up cycle love it.

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks! Why use new material when there's so much good stuff out there to be found!

    • @cathylynnpietranton
      @cathylynnpietranton 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@growingwildheather ❤

  • @christiannice3972
    @christiannice3972 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love your interior design, it's just kind of mixed together and straight from the heart. Some people pay 10 times much as you did, but don't even get close to that warm and lovely feeling you made your van.

  • @growingwildheather
    @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    Thanks so much for putting this together and doing such an amazing job. You shared our story in a way that inspires us to keep on doing it. Anyone can do it if they set their mind to it and aren't afraid to get dirty! You two are great.

    • @MiddleEarthGirl75
      @MiddleEarthGirl75 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      How do you find it in the cold winter months?

    • @Sandy_Me
      @Sandy_Me 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Love you guys ♥️
      Stay happy and healthy..
      Keep Following your heart

    • @kawaiikawaiianimegirl4144
      @kawaiikawaiianimegirl4144 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You guys did an awesome job!

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@MiddleEarthGirl75 Our diesel heater keeps things pretty warm actually! We can get it up to 30 degrees in there!

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Sandy_Me What a nice thing to say! Thank you so much!

  • @paulmorgan274
    @paulmorgan274 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What can one say, you are a very grounded couple who obviously love your space and how it works for you. I have to compliment your budget skills and how you love and live together. Looks like you had a lot of fun on the journey. Kind regards to all three of you. Paul from London

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much! There's still things that drive us crazy about the build, but we're on the journey together so that helps a lot!

  • @cattsmahal1005
    @cattsmahal1005 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I love how cozy and inviting their home is. 🥰

  • @KRIS-gr5hn
    @KRIS-gr5hn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    hands down, the nicest van video I've seen. Really nice people and really homely, well planned van.

  • @wazzobazzo
    @wazzobazzo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I always just fast forward to random places in these tiny house/van videos (for random ideas for whenever I move in the future; wether to a house, apt or van/container house) so haven't seen the entirity of this yet...but that sliding table at 4:22 is straight awesome.

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is! It didn't even work out the way we thought it would but we love it! Thanks for watching (some of it anyway)(😋)

  • @goodliving2171
    @goodliving2171 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Heather and Curtis, you two are adorable! I'm so glad you are living your dream! Thank you for showing us your van build. I pray you will keep safe and continue to do well with your creative businesses, doing what you love. Blessings all the way from Dallas, TX. If in Dallas area, let me know, you may stay in my driveway, Diane

  • @cubemissy
    @cubemissy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the position of the lagoon table. Looks like it can pivot over the bed for nighttime movie watching. And the rest of the layout is cozy and is like a happy collage.

  • @jenniferhill8776
    @jenniferhill8776 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    They were so clever with the blue bathroom door! & what they used for their van overall! What also amazes me is how there is the front windshield and then the set of windows on the back doors but on the sides of the van there aren't windows, but looking from the interior, it doesn't feel that way. They have a nice home style set up & although there aren't windows on the side, it's not missing

  • @kenstermcgoo2260
    @kenstermcgoo2260 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's made with two things you can't buy. Love & Memories! When you use reclaimed family items. Outstanding van build, you made it a home! Great job!

  • @MsTinyninja
    @MsTinyninja 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    They did a terrific job. Looks quite comfortable and livable. Lovely aesthetics.

  • @brookesmith8223
    @brookesmith8223 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love love love their creativity. Their van is awesome.

  • @jeffmcilroy7081
    @jeffmcilroy7081 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The water pump sink is frigging genius! I never would have thought of that

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We got the idea from other videos, but we found a lot of things designed for boats worked well in van's too!

    • @jeffmcilroy7081
      @jeffmcilroy7081 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Travels of Heather and Curtis it’s a great idea.. the only other designs I’ve seen are operated by a foot pump or gravity fed.. your system could probably be made up with a small inexpensive fish pond pump.. thanks!

  • @darklittlepeople
    @darklittlepeople 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    OMG !! i've seen about a million van builds, and this one is probably my favourite - and that was even before i saw the "tarot readings available" sign !!! 😍

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks! If we ever bump into you on the road you can for sure get a tour and a reading! Have a good day!

    • @goodliving2171
      @goodliving2171 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Tarot readings, Chrystal balls, horoscopes and other such things are not of Jahova God and therefore they are evil spirits which can bring you serious harm.
      It is not just a fun game either.
      You or a loved one or your home can become possessed. If this happens, it's not easy to get a Priest there to rid you of the demon. It's just that they are told to be sure that's what is going on in your home. You should pray, "In God's name, I command you to leave."
      I know you don't realize that even if you don't take the tarot cards, etc. seriously, it is a very dangerous game. The tarot card readers who have a business bribing people out of their money are lying leaches out to steal everything they can from people. They tell them they need to give them their money so it can be buried, but then they keep the money.
      Please pray and read Gods word. He will guide and protect you. Realize though that all of us will have hardships and obstacles throughout our live, but he can help more than you can imagine. He said not to have any idols or other gods that he is the only one. May God be with you. Blessings 🙏🏼

  • @lizard1971
    @lizard1971 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this little space. I really appreciate repurposed spaces, much more than new.

  • @nakiasimone
    @nakiasimone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I really liked this video. Nice, humble, funny ppl. I’m a dog person but to each his own - Talos stuck in my head now. So happy for y’all for real.

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you so much. Those are great compliments. Dogs are good too. Raine's not a fan. Lol

    • @nakiasimone
      @nakiasimone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Travels of Heather and Curtis lol my family’s cat is also not a fan of my Pomeranians but the Poms love him. Plus I got him a cat tower so he owes me for life and must put up with the puff balls. 😛🥂

  • @jignapatel5736
    @jignapatel5736 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's the beauty of working online. Get to live and travel together..... Hope I guys enjoy everyday more and more...

  • @jenniferh.7219
    @jenniferh.7219 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The dark bathroom door is a nice touch! I love how it looks more like a display wall than a door! Great commonalities - they are lucky to have found each other.

  • @christineadams2256
    @christineadams2256 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    AWESOME. YOU DON'T REALIZE HOW CREATIVE YOU ARE UNTIL YOU START, AND THEN YOU ARE HAVING TO MUCH FUN TO STOP. NAMASTE

  • @sheila220947
    @sheila220947 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Aw your van is gorgeous, love the cat and you can put him on a leash, we used to have a Siamese that we used to take everywhere on a leash at least you know they are safe, you’ve done very well considering you’ve done it on second hand stuff it still looks great, love the back windows so stay safe and god bless you all xx

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! Cutting the holes to put it in was one of the most stressful things we did, and love that they look good. Also we love our cat and if she wasn't with us we'd be sad. ☹

  • @candylee-annlyons3742
    @candylee-annlyons3742 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love what you have both done. So honest.Even more I'm so impressed that you take such good care of the kitty😻

  • @loreneknight9755
    @loreneknight9755 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Super build! Love the way you just "made it work". Save & extraordinary travels.

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much! It took a lot of work but hearing all this love makes it worth it!

  • @lenkaslamova738
    @lenkaslamova738 5 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    He almost closed the cat’s tail in the fridge aaaaaaa It is a lovely home!

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Lol I saw that too! She seems ok now. I'll give her a treat for it. 😁 Thank you.

    • @TheSub2rainen
      @TheSub2rainen 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I love when she took possession of the string and you went with it.

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@TheSub2rainen ha! She's really in charge. We spend a good amount of time making sure things are how she likes them. But she never gets enough food for her liking 😁

    • @marthastewart17
      @marthastewart17 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      P

  • @cherylsimmons4540
    @cherylsimmons4540 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Wow, impressive and so personal. Love what you have done!

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you so much. They did a great job of showing it.

  • @heathenwolf4997
    @heathenwolf4997 5 ปีที่แล้ว +156

    So $10k Canadan is about $7,560k US. That's not bad!

    • @katiemarle2781
      @katiemarle2781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Heathen Wolf great that means it twice as much Australian 😭

    • @angelasurprise68
      @angelasurprise68 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I bought my 24-foot bus for $1,950 and I am in the process of doing my conversion. 20 bucks here 35 bucks here and as I go I'm slowly getting it done. I think they did a pretty nice job.

    • @katiemarle2781
      @katiemarle2781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Angela oh damnnn

    • @heathenwolf4997
      @heathenwolf4997 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@angelasurprise68 I agree. I think they did a great job.

    • @heathenwolf4997
      @heathenwolf4997 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@katiemarle2781 Just means you need to improvise. Improvise, adapt, overcome.

  • @S.BloomsCrafting
    @S.BloomsCrafting 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys are so real. Thanks for keeping it real!!

  • @rustyred459
    @rustyred459 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Heather needs to check into making St Park pins or something ... her art work seems to fit into that nitch .... love it ... our van is done with memories too ..
    .

  • @connerleemusic
    @connerleemusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thank you for featuring such a relatable couple and build. I can envision myself creating my own version of this.

    • @TheSub2rainen
      @TheSub2rainen 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too. These are regular folks. Love it!

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The best thing is, and I'm not saying this to downgrade our own skills, but anyone can do this! We didn't have the space or the proper tools but look what we did! See you all on the road!

  • @carjam49
    @carjam49 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoyed seeing this much more than the slick vans, though those are nice too. I just appreciate how you made it work spending less.

  • @bryantford3054
    @bryantford3054 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those are 2 happy people. Life is short. Good for them. 👍🏻

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! It does take a lot of work to get to a lifestyle we're both happy with! (Heather suffers from depression)

  • @Addiezmom
    @Addiezmom 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Who doesn't love nerdy???!!!! Love the name!

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! You can't have a van name without a good pun in it!

  • @jax1492
    @jax1492 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    I was more fascinated about how they got that cat on a leash

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Sometimes she's really into it, other times...she's a cat! 😋

    • @Frantic618
      @Frantic618 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Check out CATMANTOO and his videos on cat training. And don't miss his cat Didja on her skateboard -- FANTASTIC!

    • @goodliving2171
      @goodliving2171 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      jax1492
      You just put a harness & leash on the cat & let it get used to it inside the house, before you take it out.

    • @a64738
      @a64738 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have 2 bengal cats that was 2 and 3 years old when I got them. Took 2 years before the male cat started to warm up so much that he came to sleep on my lap one day :) Before that he would barely let me touch him, the female one is still now 6 years later on the bearly letting me touch her lol. But the male one I have learned to walk on a leach and he was 4 years old when I started, on trip no 5 he started to accept it. Normally they walk freely outside but I was thinking it could come in handy one day if I move to more urban location.

  • @LoveDogs___3
    @LoveDogs___3 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your van. I love the kitchen and the sectional you built and can make it as a bed. I am sure there is storage under the sectional.
    That’s exactly how I would have built my van except made the bathroom a wet bath so I could have a shower.
    I am sure you could still do that.
    You can buy a shower pan and plumb it to drain and buy a faucet for the sink that has a long sprayer on it (or just get a plastic sprayer that slips over the sink faucet) and make a cut out and stretch it through the whole and have a hook that it slips into to hold it, put up a couple of shower curtains all the way around the bathroom and there ya go. Set the toilet out when you shower and you have plenty of space. All you would have to do for the drain is run a pipe and connect it somehow to the kitchen gray water jug.
    *I couldn’t do without a shower in the van*
    It doesn’t have to be fancy, just needs to serve it’s purpose.
    As I said, *I absolutely love your ideas and it being so homie*
    I have been looking for a camper but I really think I want a short bus to build out. I can’t do a van because I have 3 and an 1/8th dog, or I totally would.
    Enjoy
    Be Safe
    💚

  • @JensGraikowski
    @JensGraikowski 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Shows what you can do on a low budget, if you really want to. Charming van with lots of character! Well done! 👍🏼😉

  • @itsallaboutjesus8935
    @itsallaboutjesus8935 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The mean & nasty comments are so uncalled for. In the present time, most people are tired of & have had enough of it. If you're so wealthy, talented, elevated & sophisticated, why are you watching DIY projects? Constructive criticism or valuable expert advice is one thing, but being mean is something all together different. Everyone's taste isn't the same & if you can't say anything nice or kind, keep it moving & don't say anything @ all. They've accomplished more than most...probably definitely more than those who are so negative. Most of the time people criticize what they can't improvise!

  • @stilcrazychris
    @stilcrazychris 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    ORANGE! YES........ Hardly ever see an orange thyme. I like it.
    Have a great day,
    Chris from Missouri

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Orange is a good colour to help get creative juices flowing, so helps keep us motivated to work! Thanks!

  • @BeGlamourlicious
    @BeGlamourlicious 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That shows that creativity trumps money. I love it.

  • @brandirose3874
    @brandirose3874 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    For 'diy first-timers' they did a GREAT Job!

  • @L-Anded
    @L-Anded 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great job, you guys! My favorite lower cost, simpler build yet. I think I could do something like this.

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For sure you could! We were clueless about van builds before we started, so you could probably do it better than us!😂

  • @chattycathy6483
    @chattycathy6483 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank god for the toilet ! I always stress when people don’t have toilets in their tiny homes, vans, rv’s

  • @sarapulford5957
    @sarapulford5957 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    🇬🇧 I love the stair rail support at the end of the working surface.

  • @zajournals
    @zajournals 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm fortunate that a budget isn't an issue. I've debated between hiring someone to do the build and doing it myself as one big art project. The problem I kept facing with professional builds is that they are too perfect looking. Not that it's a bad thing but not right for me apparently. It wasn't until I saw this that I came to this conclusion. Yours looks like an old lived-in home full of history. That's what's lacking from a perfect new build (for me). So THANK YOU for sharing your van home. I needed to see this. 👍 🙂
    PS... I do plan to start with a new van as I'm not mechanically inclined. I'm going to go with a Ford Transit. I see too many proprietary issues with a Sprinter.

  • @volb9817
    @volb9817 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys give me hope doing this in the future... Thanks for this video

  • @charliemeen2241
    @charliemeen2241 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for addressing the giant bed issue with your couch/bed. I feel like most of the conversion van builds on youtube have these double beds that take up half the floor space. My van has a workspace, galley, tools, guest area, 💩 house (jk 🙃), bike 🚲. Im not gonna lie in bed all day. I dont like to even see a bed till Im ready to sleep 😴 (usually only 6 or 7hrs, if Im 🍀lucky)

  • @anitaluevano9643
    @anitaluevano9643 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's awesome how u make a living very creative good for the two of you

  • @luminyam6145
    @luminyam6145 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Incredible video, thank you. Love the Canadians!

  • @masteru9239
    @masteru9239 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is amazing !! Love the creativity & the cat 😁

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The most creative thing we did was come up with ways to make sure the cat was happy! Thanks!

  • @bigtomsvan4817
    @bigtomsvan4817 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good build for living..
    Nuthin Fancy...I'm re doing mine again right now...thanks

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good luck! Must be cool to get a chance to change some things and know more about it all this time! We learned so much. All the best.

  • @KellySaya1
    @KellySaya1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this van! Inspires me a lot for my own rebuilt.

  • @MelissicPerfection
    @MelissicPerfection 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the Tula pink fabric on the bed

  • @benjaminrush4443
    @benjaminrush4443 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful ideas for reasonable concepts; necessary for average income people. Like rear camper windows in back - rain stays out.
    KISS - Basic & Simple. Good sense about self & purpose, with a sense of Humor helps living in reality & life. Nice. Thanks.

  • @davidramossalsologoporexse2469
    @davidramossalsologoporexse2469 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    you guys have what you need
    And you look happy the built is very nice 👌 good luck on your journey

  • @bonnienklyde918
    @bonnienklyde918 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your entire van. Id copy the things youve done. Be safe, stay well

  • @ohjammers
    @ohjammers 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everyone has those curtains! I love it!!

  • @Thisguysimon
    @Thisguysimon 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My favorite van builts are diy/budget. Great job!🤗

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Those are obviously some of our favorites as well! You don't need to spend lots to get lots back! Have a great day!

  • @jamesroberts9192
    @jamesroberts9192 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    All in all you guys did a great job. Home is where you make it. And it's Your home good job.😊😎

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Plus we can take our home wherever we want!

  • @takirasharde2318
    @takirasharde2318 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    If I close my eyes, I feel like Shaggy got in a relationship and left the mystery machine for his own van

  • @mfmarshall4478
    @mfmarshall4478 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh and such a lovely couple.

  • @chandi015d7
    @chandi015d7 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ok i absolutely love this video, love this couple!! So real and i can relate cuz this is how my van build is going to go!!!

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much! It can be a crazy process, we learned so much and there are always things we could have done differently. Good luck and remember, if we can pull it together, anyone can! Lol

  • @maryolson3677
    @maryolson3677 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really nice. Very creative. Congrats to them.

  • @ginasreview1030
    @ginasreview1030 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This van is super groovy. Loveeeee their bed! :]♡♡

  • @sarahcobb4166
    @sarahcobb4166 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this! I'm building out my used 2019 PM 136 wb low roof. I'm short and can stand in the back- part of the reason I wanted a low roof. Got a newer one because I wanted it to last a long time and I'm not mechanically inclined. I'm also trying to incorporate recyled items to keep the cost down, and just because I like repurposing things. I'm taking my time, because I can, (about 6 years or so to retirement, when I can travel much more) and I'm trying to figure out my needs/wants... I have 2 older cats, 15 and 14. The older one might be ok riding but the 14yr old not so much. I love the idea of a cat traveling, but not fond of having to have a litter box.

  • @Sburch
    @Sburch 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You two are so cute and creative & I luv that you're cat people 😁

  • @secondyaya
    @secondyaya 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well done, especially on a tight budget. Enjoyed the tour.

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We think we got a nice result for the money we put in! Thanks for the comment!

  • @bugfeatures
    @bugfeatures 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the boxes as shelfs

  • @ANC-4
    @ANC-4 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You guys did a fantastic job on the Van Build.

  • @tranquilitytravels2994
    @tranquilitytravels2994 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lovely home and inspiring story.

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! We know how helpful hearing others stories were when we were doing our build!

  • @Tipperary757
    @Tipperary757 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great build!

  • @woffordsoverlandjourneys8618
    @woffordsoverlandjourneys8618 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    And you did a really great job the Sprinter van

  • @eleven903
    @eleven903 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love, Love Love to see people using their creativity & Earth friendly ideas to build a mobile-home. Love the name by the way! ;')

  • @Kornspel
    @Kornspel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The cat is adorable.

  • @rvboondocker2559
    @rvboondocker2559 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Terrific job! I’m sure you don’t need me to tell you that! Fantastic value. I’ve seen $150,000 vans with less bathroom! Have you weighed it full? May be a good idea just to know.

  • @lass-inangeles7564
    @lass-inangeles7564 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    "We have a Shur-flo water pump and HE lives..." I was not aware that my Shur-Flo is male gender. Wait... what if its a female? 🤣
    What is the difference between 'Van Life' and 'Digital Nomad Life'? Aren't they the same thing? I'm curious to know.
    Very nice build, and the most creative thing is that you did it on a very tight budget. Wonderful! The build is cozy and homelike. Your cat seems so contented and relaxed, and thank you for letting him go outdoors, they need that. The vintage windows outside are lovely and very functional, letting air in but keeping rain out.
    The best thing you did overall, is fix up that older van. So nice to see it back in use and cared for, instead of being wasted in an abandoned lot. You put your money where it counts: Good van, great solar and inverter system, batteries, and even the Lagun table leg which improves functionality a lot and removes cursing on a daily basis for cheaper things that don't work. Many people make pretty decor and are missing the key items that enable easy living such as functional systems of power and water. I also admire your guts in finding mobile work and making this lifestyle work. Hard work to do all this and keep it going. Its hard financially, emotionally, and physically. Well done! The savings, travel, and getting to know yourself better are huge benefits in this lifestyle.
    fyi - You both have a way of ending every sentence like a question on a high note. This is difficult to listen to. It is not a question being asked but a statement being made. Correct verbal punctuation will enhance your videos.

  • @jenhoney9741
    @jenhoney9741 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice. Have fun!

  • @kawaiikawaiianimegirl4144
    @kawaiikawaiianimegirl4144 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video and super lovely home

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! Glad you liked it have a nice day!

  • @ladyartistejte4076
    @ladyartistejte4076 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like that its practical some have bigger rigs yet no bathroom

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We never understood that either. Everyone poops right?

    • @ladyartistejte4076
      @ladyartistejte4076 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Travels of Heather and Curtis ...yeah and also every day u would need to wash ur self I think its much expensive to daily use ur gas to go to the gym unless u live there at their parking lot...outside shower is not always comfortable if this is a full time living I think In order to call it home it shld contain the essentials like the normal home

  • @tikilee7172
    @tikilee7172 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent build, beautiful and livable

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much! Glad you liked it, have a great day!

  • @VannaMae
    @VannaMae 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is so inspiring! I love this!

  • @stanw909
    @stanw909 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The porta potty tank can be dumped into any toilet . The force of the contents into the toilet causes a flushing action .

  • @katiemarle2781
    @katiemarle2781 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    They are so cute

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! You can't tell how dorky we are in the video, so we seem way cooler. Lol

    • @katiemarle2781
      @katiemarle2781 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Travels of Heather and Curtis ahaha that’s okay it’s cool to be dorky, cuz it means ur smart and passionate 😁

  • @bellyache9322
    @bellyache9322 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally a van with a bathroom!!

  • @FernTheCamper
    @FernTheCamper 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow, stunning! I love the hidden Millennium Falcon painting. Lovely van conversion and so function too. Thanks for sharing :-)

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😁Glad you liked the painting. It's one of mine. I can always do more. They did such a great job on the tour.

    • @FernTheCamper
      @FernTheCamper 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@growingwildheather Wonderful!!! They really did :-)

    • @TheSub2rainen
      @TheSub2rainen 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh man, now I’m rewatching!

    • @pipe2devnull
      @pipe2devnull 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I must have seen it subliminally because I started to think that my van's interior is going to be like the Millennium Falcon.

    • @FernTheCamper
      @FernTheCamper 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love it! Of course, that means you have space for smuggling and wookies lol!

  • @tamaraweber3296
    @tamaraweber3296 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You have a 3/4 bed which was very popular many years ago and perfect for going tiny. They still sell 3/4 beds✅ Great job recycling and keeping memories💜

  • @anitaclarke3795
    @anitaclarke3795 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome ... Keep Truckin !

  • @emiliomurillo20
    @emiliomurillo20 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    as an artist I retired at 21. everything after has been the life of an artist, that is 3 times 25. good luck kids

  • @fastgurrrl
    @fastgurrrl 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cute couple. Yay for them.

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. It was a lot of work and a lot of learning, but it came together somehow. Lol. Have a good one, all the best.

  • @rosswible9321
    @rosswible9321 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the lantern.

  • @fintan8856
    @fintan8856 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This van is super nice🤩

  • @timothy790110
    @timothy790110 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    the privacy could be so much more private if you only switched the door hinge to the other side. Im glad that you are open with going in the vans. So many people are like "yea we have a toilet but we NEEEEEVER use it for number 2s..." yea right... its natural and EVERYONE has to take a dump, hopefully every day.

  • @amymiller6854
    @amymiller6854 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great van build!

  • @thekingofdoges
    @thekingofdoges 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cute couple and nice van!

  • @denisecarter5117
    @denisecarter5117 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of those magnetic door screens would be good across your big side door.

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We improvised with some dollar store bug netting that works so far, maybe next summer we'll upgrade!

  • @StrawberryQwik
    @StrawberryQwik 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice couple-- glad it's working well for them.

  • @clovermark39
    @clovermark39 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely van and great ideas and couple.

  • @justinburgan
    @justinburgan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Inspiring for my own build!

    • @growingwildheather
      @growingwildheather 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad we could help we watched a lot of Exploring Alternatives when we did our build and it helped generate ideas!