10 MISTAKES ON OUR POP-UP CAMPER RENOVATION: It can only get better from here, right?!

[@adrianreyes4702]

I have a new (used) Coleman similar to yours. Used it once at Garner State Park in Texas, and now plan to give it a clean-up facelift on the interior. Thank you for sharing those tips. That is so thoughtful, and kind of you to do this, and save potential heartache from fellow campers. Who does that? Thank you!

[@hannahslist15]

You're welcome!! I'm dealing with a dry rotted canvas now! Ugh!!

[@adrianreyes4702]

Now that is one thing that acrylic paint cannot fix. (I saw one couple paint their canvas successfully.) Good luck! Be sure to share your solution. By the way, I like the cute touch of the wreath on the door. A Home Sweet Home touch. Ya'll did a very beautiful job on the renovation! @slist15

[@hannahslist15]

Thank you! I'm not quite sure what we're going to do about the canvas. So disappointing! I've patched it so much and I'm not sure anymore patches will hold at this point. I'll let you know how we decide to fix it.

[@starrlara2599]

Great sewing job. It’s so sweet of you to share your mistakes. Forewarned is forearmed.

[@hannahslist15]

Thank you!! I did so much research to make sure I got that stitching right! Ha ha!! Now I know what not to do next time😅

[@starrlara2599]

The love you put into this really shows.

[@hannahslist15]

Awe!! Thank you!! I do love it!

[@jasonsandifer3250]

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[@elvirak.schuller9449]

Love the honesty!! Thanks for sharing!

[@hannahslist15]

@@elvirak.schuller9449 Thanks for watching!😊

[@atrain9042]

Love this video! Searching for a pop up now.. 🙋‍♂️waving hello from Florida

[@ritaloeding8900]

So helpful!! Love your honesty

[@hannahslist15]

Thanks for watching!

[@Tom-x3m9g]

That's like a Vegas vacation, LMAO! Everything that could happen to Youns guys did. I really appreciate you letting us know what not to do.

[@hannahslist15]

I know, right!!😅 Thanks for watching!!

[@kellyanne7225]

I learned how to sew box cushions from renovating our first camper! I sewed some more on our current pop up and I will do it again on our next one. We haven’t made any of your mistakes, but let me say how crazy in love I am with your bamboo blinds! I just did white blackout curtains which work great to keep the heat out since we don’t have a/c. I’m definitely going to look into those sticky hooks as well! Beautiful camper!!!❤

[@hannahslist15]

Thank you for watching!! Yes, I was so happy to figure out a way to get my bamboo blinds to work in our camper! I love it so much! I'll be sewing more box cushions in our new camper, too! You are so lucky to not have made our mistakes!! So frustrating!!😅

[@kellyanne7225]

@@hannahslist15 I definitely made my own mistakes, just not the same as yours! 😂

[@hannahslist15]

Ha ha!!! That makes me feel better!!😅

[@lanabk528]

Love this! Number 10 is fantastic!!!!!

[@hannahslist15]

Awe!! Thank you!! My family has truly enjoyed this crazy adventure of renovating campers and traveling! It's hard work, but the memories totally pay off!

[@cklew8999]

Good day! Interesting video, showing same mistakes many people have made. Video on KZbin seldom shows first effort. You are natural in front of camera, always a good show. Take care...

[@hannahslist15]

Thank you! It's frustrating to make those mistakes, but hoping the mistakes are minimal on our next camper! Thanks for watching!😊

[@jessiehaislet3625]

Great stitches! Cute camper. It will all work out one way or another.

[@hannahslist15]

Thank you!!💕

[@joiejohnson7339]

Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your mistakes! I wish I would have heard the polyurethane tip for the white paint - that's what I need on my white kitchen cabinets! I guess I'll add that to the project list!

[@hannahslist15]

I hope it works in the camper we're renovating now. Grrr! I love the white, but it gets so dirty! Let me know if it works on your cabinets!

[@DirtfootWoodworking]

Can also mix polyurethane in the paint. Make sure to use water base with water base. Also: higher gloss paints clean easier which takes away the need for the poly.

[@EveyJ]

Do you have a link for the hooks you got from Amazon for your plant and curtains. Also have they stayed stuck? Thanks!

[@hannahslist15]

Yes! These holds work fantastic and still haven't budged!! I would definitely give them a try! www.amazon.com/dp/B074Y4V445/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_2T3V88SRT4W4WZR40EWJ_0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

[@jillwyzywany4980]

I agree I wish we would have started camping with the rv sooner. I echo exactly what u said about the best family memories!!!!

[@hannahslist15]

Yes! Some of our best memories are from camping! The kids always look forward to it. Thanks for watching!

[@tagladyify]

Nice looking camper.

[@hannahslist15]

Thank you!!

[@lifeinthecountrysidehome]

Thanks for the tips. I am searching for a camper. Your camper is very nicely decorated and is very aesthetically pleasing.

[@hannahslist15]

Thank you!! That is so sweet of you to say. I hope you find your camper soon! We love making memories in ours. Such a good time!!

[@rafaelbabilonia8357]

Awesome video thank you. Could you please share where that florida campsite was it looks great by the water

[@hannahslist15]

Yes!! It was by far our favorite campsite! We stayed at Fort DeSoto. We will definitely be back, but make sure you book your site well in advance. They book up fast! Thanks for watching!

[@AdventuresinPopUps]

Great video, thanks for sharing your mistakes and successes. 😊 Thank you for your honesty on the white cabinets. We intentionally did NOT do white/light for our cabinets and cushion bottoms. We have 4 kids and a dog. 🫣

[@hannahslist15]

Oh my! Yes, then you understand my pain with keeping the camper clean!😅 I sure hope my current camper renovation goes better! 😅

[@SuperMarioBrosIII]

1991 was a good year!🤗🤠💗👍

[@stettan1754]

Regarding #6. Not sure if you'd repainted the white walls yet, but when you do, you can spray clear paint over the white. It's easier to work with than polyurethane. Have fun!

[@hannahslist15]

Oh, thanks for the tip! Yes, I plan to repaint but just haven't yet (waiting for the weather to warm up). We have a few more repairs to do from our last camping trip.

[@stettan1754]

@@hannahslist15 Us, too. Waiting for the weather to warm up a bit, and start renovating our 2nd hand pop up camper (recently purchased).

[@SuperMarioBrosIII]

Great video Hannah!😀❤🙏🕵

[@hannahslist15]

Thank you! Let's hope this next camper renovation goes better than the last!😅

[@SuperMarioBrosIII]

@@hannahslist15 Indeed!😇🕊🌹🏕

[@richardocain8299]

Great video.

[@hannahslist15]

Thank you! Hopefully, I've learned my lesson for the camper I'm renovating now!😅

[@TammySoulJourney]

How do you know how far to do the crank and how did you over crank it

[@hannahslist15]

Good question!! If you go too far either way, then the cable snaps. I don't know if they have a way to prevent that with the newer popup campers, but for the older ones you just have to go slow. There's no easy way to know if you've gone too far. We know base it on whether we can get our door in. We raise it little by little until it fits. So frustrating!!!

[@TammySoulJourney]

Good to know Thanks!

[@elizabethlandsaw8031]

When you know you have the roof at the right height, secure one end of a string to the top and the other end of the string to the bottom and use that as your guide for next time. Next time you will know when your string is fully extended, stop cranking.

[@julianfarley8961]

Thanks for those tips! I just got a 1994 Jayco dual-axle popup (my first camper) for $1,900 and I can’t wait to renovate the inside a bit! What state are you from? Love your accent. Wisconsin here.

[@hannahslist15]

I hope you have better luck than us! We're from Indiana and I've heard that I have an accent, but I don't hear it. Ha ha! Thanks for watching and good luck with your new camper!

[@papaandmemaw9619]

We just watched you video and I wanted to warn you that the polyurethane made our grey turn yellow. I guess it was the heat that made it turn.

[@hannahslist15]

Oh!! Thank you for letting me know!! Good save! Ok, I'll have to research it more for the vintage camper I'm renovating. Thanks for watching and the tip!

[@nancyward2745]

Where in Arkansas did you camp?

[@hannahslist15]

We actually stayed at two parks in Arkansas. We first stayed at Withrow Springs State Park, then went on to DeGray State Park. Both parks were super nice and we'll definitely be back!

[@annelouise99]

For the kitchen roller blinds, are the two hooks the only thing holding it up? Do you remove the blind when lowering the roof or leave it rolled up and connected to the hooks?

[@hannahslist15]

Yes, those hooks are amazing and the only thing holding the blinds. I've never had an issue with them falling down. I do have to take them down every time we collapse the camper. We love those blinds!

[@jeffbecraft7174]

Nice info

[@hannahslist15]

Thanks for watching!😊

[@jeffbecraft7174]

We all watch..have 3girls. They watch

[@hannahslist15]

How fun!! The next video is about painting!! Should be fun!😅

[@Macros1971]

Thanks for sharing your experiences and hard earned knowledge. I'll check out your renovation videos :) Also, make sure before you apply the polyurethane, you clean the hell out of that white paint and do any touch ups, otherwise you'll lock in that bad appearance.

[@hannahslist15]

Yes!! We're about to get started on our Globestar camper again, but we're finishing up a few final things in the house first. Stay tuned!! We've been busy!!

[@lynnescaddan8919]

Thanq for the video, sounds like your son helps out a lot. Does your husband work away ?

[@hannahslist15]

Thank you! My son is super helpful. Yes, my husband has a busy work life. So, he helps when he can. Thanks for watching!

[@kimberlylankford2624]

use velcro on your curtain hooks that way its easier to take off to wash and put back on

[@hannahslist15]

That's a brilliant idea! Thank you!

[@Saintly2]

Do you have a link to those strong stick-on hooks?

[@hannahslist15]

YES!! You'll love them! They are super strong. I haven't tried removing them yet, so maybe make sure you stick them exactly where you want them😊 JINSHUNFA Wall Hooks 13lb(Max) Transparent Reusable Seamless Hooks,Waterproof and Oilproof,Bathroom Kitchen Heavy Duty Self Adhesive Hooks,8 Pack a.co/d/9CeMXhA

[@patriciaedoley9501]

Do you have a link or can you tell me where you got the window shade?

[@hannahslist15]

Yes! Here's the link for the window shade. Please note that I added fabric to the back to provide more privacy (otherwise you can see through it at night). I just hemmed the sides and glued it to the back. I haven't had any issues and it really provides a lot of privacy. Thanks for watching!😊 ALEKO BBL46X64BR Light Brown Bamboo Roman Wooden Indoor Roll Up Window Blinds Light Filtering Shades Privacy Drape 46 X 64 Inches a.co/d/eMcAmiX

[@patriciaedoley9501]

@@hannahslist15 thanks so much!

[@nathanhanlon7540]

If you still have the screw in, you should use thick Guage wire, or a hanger. It seems safer if it falls out

[@hannahslist15]

Ok, I'll give that try! Thanks for the tip!

[@kellymulligan3099]

What kind of fabric is the brown seat cushion material?

[@hannahslist15]

I got it from Hobby Lobby and it's a faux leather. Thanks for watching!

[@NolomEbal44560]

Spar Poly Urethane made for boats. No yellowing.

[@hannahslist15]

Oh, excellent tip! I'll check it out! Thanks!

[@islandvibesgardening4419]

Are you selling you pup up.

[@hannahslist15]

We haven't decided just yet if we're going to sell it just yet. We're open to offers though😊 If you watch my '10 Repairs' video, then you'll see the current condition. Thanks!

[@evegem8978]

What sheen did you use for the white paint or was it chalk paint?

[@hannahslist15]

I used a high gloss, thinking it'd hold up better. I used chalk paint in the vestibule of my house (bench & hooks area for my kids shoes and backpacks). I'd have to say that the chalk paint has held up better and is just now starting to show some wear after 7 years!

[@evegem8978]

@@hannahslist15 I’ve used chalk paint before and I really like it but because this is for camping I went ahead and used a semi gloss because I wanted to be able to wipe off all dirty stains etc. hopefully it holds up. We shall see

[@hannahslist15]

Yes! You'll have to let me know! I'm still a little ways away from painting our new camper, but hopefully it won't be long. I'm open to any tips!!

[@danlopresto1123]

The paint. Just use gloss. You can wipe the stuff right off

[@tagladyify]

Polyurethane yellows. Badly.

[@hannahslist15]

Yes! Thankfully, someone warned me of that before I used it on the camper I'm renovating now. Thank you for the reminder!

[@salvatoreyt3897]

the heavy breathing 😮‍💨 😭😭😭

[@Fearlesslikeahoneybadger]

Who is the Jason sounding cameraman... It's distracting

[@hannahslist15]

Thanks for the feedback! My son can be so loud sometimes. Hopefully, he'll get better😅

[@chrisfontenot8959]

Putting polyurethane over your white paint will cause it to yellow and it will get worse over time.

[@NickFN204]

Do you have a kid

[@qbarnes1893]

I’m Not Worried.... We All make mistakes....it how you deal with it that counts... Please stop....