Butterfly Tracks Van Tour.

This amazing woman built a beautiful 2013 Ford Econoline 150 camper van all by herself. Leave a comment to give her suggestions on what to name this work of art.
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[@kerstiny4698]

It's not that she did it at 70, it's that she LEARNT and did it at 70❤

[@mysimplevanlife]

I was so inspired by this video and what this lady did.

[@Debrasvantasticjourney]

So great to meet you. Thank you for filming my van. You truly are a lovely human.

[@ann-marie8235]

I love the design of your van 🚐 I stole some of your ideas for my bluetti power station I love the color it is beautiful

[@southerngirlyall6497]

I need you to build out a van for me!!! Excellent job!!

[@ButterflyTracks]

I'm so glad you saw it! I forgot to get your contact information. I have a feeling we'll travel together again. 💙🦋💙 Thanks for the tour. 🤗

[@ann-marie8235]

@@ButterflyTracks Yes 🙌 I hope one day I can travel with you ladies also have most of my stuff for my van 🚐 just waiting to find a van in my budget to get on the road,this is my childhood dream I am a young 47 years old lady but love to be in the company of wise and kind and humble women that can teach me,Love Love You ladies fi real

[@patpierce4146]

Gorgeous. Great job. I’m 74 and currently looking for a van so I can join the movement. Thanks!

[@TommyBackwater41]

And we do have to go to the bathroom 700 times a night . God bless her

[@ritanooney865]

so true lol

[@mysimplevanlife]

I seem to go more often in winter, not sure why

[@TommyBackwater41]

@@mysimplevanlife Thanks for sharing that . I’ll make a note .

[@GrangieTourismo]

@@mysimplevanlife Is it because we drink more hot beverages like tea and coffee and less healthy pure water?

[@mysimplevanlife]

@@GrangieTourismo it is possible

[@klynch7329]

Call her "Fearless". Just like her owner/builder. What an inspiration!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Good suggestion. 💙🦋💙

[@sophieb8666]

Good idea!

[@stormyweather2807]

I never touched a power tool till my 40s, and now at 68 I volunteer with rescues building cat houses, screen doors for sheds, benches, etc. We can do this ladies ❤

[@ButterflyTracks]

That's so true and good for you! 🤗

[@Debrasvantasticjourney]

Wow. How wonderful!

[@roseother8306]

You could call your van Homer since it's such a Home Depot project! Beautifully done!

[@pamelatillery2841]

Bless you 👍

[@brendalogan6281]

Where do you live and are you for hire...seriuosly!!!

[@Manyroadsnorules]

It amazes me that she did all that by herself!!!!!!! Fantastic!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ButterflyTracks]

I know! Your tour should be up this weekend! 🤗

[@sandraadams4940]

I don't believe it.

[@pattyann7803]

She is absolutely amazing. That van is so beautifully built. I wish her many happy miles in her lovely home.

[@ButterflyTracks]

I hope so too! 💙🦋💙

[@mysimplevanlife]

anything worth doing is worth doing well and Debra nailed it. Her build truly is beautiful

[@annettenepple449]

The 2-inch topper for insulation in the back is a brilliant idea.

[@SmokyMountainBlessed]

she did a good job her van is beautiful

[@SAPHYTYRA]

Damn i wish she would teach a class! Her van is AMAZINGLY built out. Look at all that SPACE!

[@ButterflyTracks]

I know, right?! 🩵🦋🩵

[@wanderlust62]

Speechless. Mouth hanging open. The most efficient, aesthetic build EVER!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Wasn't it? 😊👍

[@thomassvec3771]

@@ButterflyTracks east coast ? Let's meet and I'll show you around NYC nj etc.

[@DoYou-ec4fl]

Call your van "Grace", because God gave you the grace to create and live your dream.

[@ButterflyTracks]

😊

[@mysimplevanlife]

He sure did

[@nixwestlake9196]

I love that

[@martifry1257]

Sisterhood!!! What a great reality and encouragement for women everywhere!!

[@communispider4643]

The best van conversation of a senior I've ever seen so clean and organized

[@ButterflyTracks]

I agree 👍

[@ceputehching-ching1503]

This van is a beauty..and the laughter of sisterhood..at 70's they are all doing well...enjoying life..wish i had this carefree lifestyle at 53 still working as a civillan..❤ from Malaysia

[@ButterflyTracks]

We agree! 💙🦋💙

[@gabriellast.angelo9083]

What a great movement for fearless women!! The stories that were told that night! #sisterhood

[@ButterflyTracks]

We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 To keep us all safe, we like to see a little about you in your profile. There are also a couple of simple questions. 😊 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@marlu1828]

I’m now single again in my final year of my 60’s and have been looking and reading on wanting to do this at this time of my life. What a beautiful design, and she did it all herself. Amazing. Nice and cozy and homey. With living expenses literally going through the roof. This is truly an option I am searching.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@lonknight3197]

@@ButterflyTracks Hi Any advice for a 66yr old man facing vanlife as the only way to make it on Soc .Sec. live in TXs, need to do everything super cheap, buy van, build inside, best places to overnight and most important how to handel the 3am Cop knock. Thanks in advance for any advice you can give me.

[@melodypaz7247]

@lonknight3197 CheapRVliving is an excellent source of information on how to start surviving and then maintain a thriving life in a home on wheels. There is a fear for one's safety when Iiving solo on the road. However, as someone who has lived in a school bus and in a minivan already, I can truthfully say that I have not yet experienced any violence while on the road. One safety tip I use is to use the empiral "we" while personifying my vehicle with the name of a late male friend/ relative when chatting with strangers. For example, my current vehicle is named "Andy" after a dear friend who has passed on. Friendly Stranger: "So, are you travelling alone?" Me: "No, it's me and Andy. We always travel together. He doesn't talk much, but we protect and depend on each other. It's nice to share memories together, too. Do you live in the area, Friendly Stranger?" Best wishes on turning your surviving into thriving!

[@linziherbert965]

Hi, I'm a 74 yo Aussie woman thinking about doing this as I need to dig up my roots and travel til I leave this "mortal coil". You, and others are giving me the inspiration to do it.... soon. Safe travels.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Are you a member of the Tribe? We have Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. I hope you can join us. 🙂 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: 💙🦋💙 facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@mysimplevanlife]

they sure are inspiring. I have been so inspired by many of Jan's videos and the women that she interviews.

[@Musicjammer2736]

Beautiful. I recall your first video, Butterfly Tracks, intrepid vanlifer getting on the road. Oh, my. You've taken it all by storm. Well done!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you very much! 🦋💙🦋

[@shellye.1341]

What a pretty lady with a lovely van.

[@hudsonsgamingchannel334]

I’m totally amazed at her skill. I can barely hammers a nail in a board. Beautiful van

[@simplycrochet1430]

Same here. I’ve never used a power tool. She must have a garage to work out of.

[@BlackDogDesigns]

What a beautiful build and a delightful lady.

[@GaiaNaVi]

Omg! I'm so happy i found you... I'm a 52 yr old british woman spending my first night alone in my van. You are both so amazing! And exactly what i needed to see. Thank you both so much xx

[@rattlecat5968]

So share! Your comment is 5 days old! Tell us, how was your first night, and the nights thereafter? Wasn't it a thrill to be self-sufficient, and courageous and accomplished to prove that *you DID IT!?* 👏👏👏👏👏

[@lindaseiffert2737]

How EXCITING for yóu...day1...wow...Have a blast!!!

[@mysimplevanlife]

they sure are amazing

[@suellenmcgillick8177]

She is an inspiration.

[@TheNYCndn]

Now that's impressive, 2 years at Home Depot with a plan. And she's correct, you are so very nice.😊

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you! 😊

[@GHarris-h5e]

Her ideals are neat, cute and very workable! I’m impressed!

[@ButterflyTracks]

😊👍

[@spaceprepper3657]

Love the build and the laughter in the background. Your a inspiration. May the good Lord watch over you and your family and friends. Peace and Love 😊😊

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you. 😊

[@spaceprepper3657]

@@ButterflyTracks your welcome . God bless.

[@marilynhoward4561]

Nicest van build I've ever seen 😊

[@RubyRudi]

This woman is an inspiration. She is amazing. After watching her I am going to try something’s around my house that I’ve been wanting to do. Thank you 🙏

[@ButterflyTracks]

You can do it! 👍

[@Whatever-yv7vv]

You do not look 73 at all! Great accomplishment 👏🏻👏🏻

[@user-dr2js7bv2i]

I love this van. She really did a great job. She has everything I would want in a van and did it beautifully. ❤

[@Angie4God67]

I just love her! It just goes to show you that age doesn't matter if you have the will you can do anything yourself. You will figure it out. So proud of her for doing it herself. She's amazing ❤️

[@verygrateful007]

Call her Vanna the Vantastic! 😊 so well done.

[@ButterflyTracks]

I like it! 💙🦋💙

[@sueharris2440]

What an Amazing Lady! She did a Great job with her van!

[@ButterflyTracks]

😊👍

[@terrydavis5223]

Beautifully designed. Love the "Can Do" Spirit! Empowering and Inspirational! How about, "Endeavor!"

[@ButterflyTracks]

Great suggestion! 🤗

[@ekdaufin1485]

Would love to see/hear about the mistakes she made and how she corrected them. It is fabulous!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Yes. Trial and error. 😊

[@stormcup2920]

Amazing woman!!

[@pamelaklemp5615]

What an AWESOME Lady! Her Van is beautiful and packed full of genius ideas. My 👒 is certainly tipped to her build out.

[@ButterflyTracks]

We agree! 🦋

[@Erica-wy8zx]

Wow, she did an amazing work! The designs are lovely.

[@ButterflyTracks]

I think so too! 💙🦋💙

[@DizzyKizzy64]

Absolutely Beautiful Van, so clever, what a lovely lady.

[@ButterflyTracks]

We agree! 💙🦋💙

[@judioliver8082]

Oh thank you for sharing this. I am 65 and have just bought my van. I'm so excited to see someone else who has completed and who has such a cosy and spacious environment. Very inspirational.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 To keep us all safe, we like to see a little about you in your profile. There are also a couple of simple questions. 😊 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@victoriarogers9869]

Love this wood work and colour 🫶🏻🩵🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@taniacosta9752]

I am 45 and this is my dream! You gave me hope!!

[@katielrobison]

Me too!!!! I will be doing this one day!

[@k.summerfield4866]

I love how everything is color coordinated! 💙 Beautiful!

[@peterpiper487]

What an amazing talented woman to have designed and built such a wonderful van! LOL!! "We have to go to the bathroom 700 times a night." Honestly, I've never had that problem and I'm as old as dirt now. I sleep all through the night and go to the bathroom normally in the morning after I get up at around 7 or 8am. I also don't have ANY of the physical problems that geriatrics have. Of course I have a VERY STRICT diet and prepare ALL of my meals. I never eat out because you never know what's in your food that way. I exercise using a rowing machine and I walk every day. I walk to the grocery store every week with a cart and bring it home full of groceries. Round trip is about 4 miles and coming home is uphill so it takes stamina to get the heavy cart up the hill. I also like to walk the biking trails in the wooded areas... so calming and refreshing to walk in the wilderness. I've decided that I'm not going to die... I'll just roam the wilderness and play in the streams. I hope that doesn't frighten the wild animals too much.

[@ButterflyTracks]

That's wonderful! 🤗

[@kriscarson3461]

This is fabulous! I definitely could live like this. I’m 65. I wish I had a space, tools and knowledge to do what she’s done.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 To keep us all safe, we like to see a little about you in your profile. There are also a couple of simple questions. 😊 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@klf153]

Amazing build! WOW. Age has nothing to do with it. Thank you for sharing powerful inspiration and awesome ideas!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🩵🦋🩵

[@debbiesue4287]

Auch an inspiring lady!! The van is BEAUTIFUL. 💙

[@ButterflyTracks]

It really is! 🦋

[@svandervelde4210]

The Blue Lagoon. Its beautiful!

[@ButterflyTracks]

😊👍

[@robinw285]

Great job! 💙 Perhaps call it the Turquoise Tavern.

[@ButterflyTracks]

I like it!

[@toddcouchman4344]

What an incredible build by a lovely human!!!! Thank you for sharing.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Our pleasure! 💙🦋💙

[@incywincyspider8748]

This is one of the nicest vans I have seen. Beautifully decorated and such lovely colours . THANK-YOU for the tour ❤

[@ButterflyTracks]

Our pleasure! 😊

[@tammicox3116]

Very impressive. Everything flowed nicely. Nothing hodge podge. You rock

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@rescuemom2]

Wow, I am so impressed!! Beautiful build. It gives hope to those of us who are new with a minivan and can't even hammer a nail! 😊

[@ButterflyTracks]

Are you a member of the Tribe? We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@jenxu2]

That Van is beautiful!

[@NilDreams]

Janet, this was a great interview/tour. Your filming and narrative has become impeccable! What an amazing build!!! I’m 61 and you and the older women you interview are becoming my inspiration. 🥰 Need to get a van!! I’m in an SUV.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you so much! Are you a member of the Tribe? We have Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. I hope you can join us. 🙂 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: 💙🦋💙 facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@NilDreams]

@@ButterflyTracks 🤣🤣🤣 yes Janet I have been since the start!! 🥰

[@ButterflyTracks]

🤗

[@e.grayson4350]

She is an inspiration! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sallyal5266]

Im 58, hardly used a drill before but on a course now that means I'll be needing to use one before too long... Was doubting if id be able to do it, but girl im inspired! Thank you for that, your van is beaut! ♥️👏🏼😊

[@ButterflyTracks]

We have a Facebook group for women only that is very supportive and full of information. We have women only meetups and caravans. I hope you can join us. 💙🦋💙 To keep us all safe, we like to see a little about you in your profile. There are also a couple of simple questions. 😊 Butterfly Tribe Women who Camp: facebook.com/groups/794347871824247/?ref=share

[@sallyal5266]

@@ButterflyTracks thank you so much for the offer! I'll definitely check it out ! Happy camping 🏕️🥾☀️🏞️🌄

[@verinapestana7093]

You’re such a inspirational woman. Loved your video.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you so much!

[@sheilabartlett6044]

Wonderful job on your van conversion, you definitely are an inspiration! Thanks for sharing your artistic creations. Stay safe in your travels!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thanks so much!

[@MaryPratt-fn3qq]

Very beautiful color

[@SunniNomad]

Phoenix? You're starting a new life and giving up your old one. Just like the mythical bird you rose up to start a new journey 😊 Also I am so extremely proud of you for making your van by yourself. It's beautiful!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Yes, she's amazing. 😊👍

[@tkitti33]

Oh I LOVE that. I may steal that. I'm 54 - Hi , I'm Tami , from Columbus, Ohio, and within 2 yrs, I WILL have my first van. I can't wait !!

[@thesun-N-moon8885]

What a great build! This looks amazing. Simple not cluttered and congested looking….

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@Ournomadicjourney]

You did a wonderful job and the color scheme is so cozy

[@rhondalittle4453]

Love your choice of colors your did an outstanding build.

[@_LikeATumbleweed]

I am so impressed! She will enjoy that van immensely! Thanks for sharing the van tour with us.

[@loumarken486]

I've met some of the most beautiful people at Quartzsite. So glad you two found each other, and so thankful you made this video! Simply fabulous! 👌

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you. 😊

[@emmarose7204]

It is always nice to have a color theme, it looks more organized no matter how much you have and doesn’t look cluttery when stuff are all placed in a bin of some sort. We have a No build conversion using it for traveling, visiting places and i hope i can meet one of you to have a van tour on my Van. All ideas are from watching conversions of nomads, van lifers. Thank you for sharing those ideas and our conversion turned out great ❤. We named it Highlee since it is a Highlander (Toyota).

[@ButterflyTracks]

I'd love to do a tour of your van! 💙🦋💙

[@aprilhensel7806]

Bravo!!! Let’s hear more about her trips!

[@katreyes6358]

Wow, well done. I'd call her Beauty 😉👍

[@ButterflyTracks]

Nice! 😎

[@Thefallofcapitalismishere]

What an absolute queen! ❤

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@PositivelyNice]

I really love that her bed is at sit-down height!

[@llewelyngeorge3822]

Keep the ball of life rolling and it will be caught by the glove of longevity!

[@ButterflyTracks]

🤗

[@AngeleDeux1]

loved your build and that you did it yourself! its the neatest most feng shui interior too! no clutter yet fully stocked! so roomy n stylish too! i love the accent color you chose! traveling mercies n God bless Ladies

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you!!

[@cowdogconnoisseur2809]

Beautiful build, beautiful spirit, beautiful inspiration. Thank you for your channel. It’s one of my favs.❤

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you so much! 🩵🦋🩵

[@bboop1964]

So beautiful, but then I'm partial to turquoise and woods grains! Very impressed with the self build.

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@travelswithtiatheterror]

Wow, that's gorgeous! Great job! - Dale

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you! 😊

[@earthangel2590]

Lovely build and lovely lady! Your living my dream.

[@ButterflyTracks]

🙂

[@Morbid_micko]

It's like art it's so beautiful

[@MerrilyVan]

Fabulous job Debra! I’m watching this a third time!

[@aliciastanley5582]

How inspiring. What a woman!

[@ButterflyTracks]

😊👍

[@debbiehawk-payne8507]

I ♥️how open it feels! It's beautiful! I love♥️ her build! She's very nice! I Miss Arizona skies so nice when you share them!! ♥️Great video 🤗👍 Thank you for sharing 🙂 See you on the next video 🙂

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you! 🤗

[@mariagraham8752]

Thank you Jan for sharing this video ❤you.

[@ButterflyTracks]

You are so welcome, Maria! 🤗

[@RLeeVanCamps]

Beautiful job! Self taught and self done. Your never too old to learn new things😊

[@ButterflyTracks]

So true!

[@joannr3799]

Nice build by a nice lady! You should be proud of yourself you home is beautiful!

[@ButterflyTracks]

I agree! 💙🦋💙

[@donnabacon4681]

Gorgeous!! Love the blue with the wood - very calm and peaceful. Thank you!!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thanks for watching. 😊👍

[@hankstribe8738]

I am so impressed! I am in my 50s and I’ve been watching van conversions and tiny house stuff for years!!! You have definitely inspired me!!! Still raising the last couple of kids but I am excited about empty nesting.😂😁

[@ButterflyTracks]

That is awesome!

[@angelaschaefer5883]

We have just one and he is 26 and gone. I missed him a lot for about month. Then it got better.

[@MerrilyVan]

Loved this van build. Thank you for sharing. And she is right Jan has a kind and introspective manner. I love listening to Jan

[@ButterflyTracks]

That's so sweet. Thank you! 🤗

[@josephinebloodgood4734]

Impressive build. Lots of great ideas!

[@karencastle6002]

What a great job. Thank you for sharing her place.

[@ButterflyTracks]

Our pleasure!

[@suezaple4950]

WOW you Did an amazing job with your build i am 66 wish I had your skill set, Or maybe I just need the confidence , Love the color scheme You are truly an inspiration

[@ButterflyTracks]

You don't have to buy a completed camper or build one yourself. Here are 3 examples of easy, inexpensive no-builds: 1. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zqa2ZIGfq5prnpYsi=tCVht50JvhBf0Ta_ 2. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYvKh2Ophbh4eLssi=1Obbkdt1qr7SlXBz 3. kzbin.info/www/bejne/roitpY2qrLlsmrMsi=NLipAa34XL00TjIS

[@nancyjohnson2070]

What a talented lady!! She certainly has done her homework. This has given me some ideas. 😍😍😍

[@ButterflyTracks]

So glad it was helpful. 😊

[@monaaguayo3594]

Very inspiring!! Outstanding Job!! 🥰👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you so much! 💙🦋💙

[@julijulibobooli]

Well done! I know how hard building by yourself can be.

[@lindachiappetta3387]

Wow what an awesome job! Blue is my favorite color. "Blue Beauty" is a good name. "Blue Sky" another one. Can't believe you did this!! Love it. Safe travels 🥰

[@ButterflyTracks]

Thank you so much! 🙂

[@blancaortiz2204]

Definitely the name for that beautiful van should be BLUE SWAN....BECAUSE OF ITS AMAZING OPENNESS AND IT'S SO WELL PUT TOGETHER AND ITS OPEN SPACE LIKE THE WINGS OF A SWAN ON A HOT SUMMER NIGHT ON THE SUNRISE LAKE...😊

[@ButterflyTracks]

Beautiful. 💙🦋💙

[@jasonthemason1971]

Learned something. French Cleats……… 😊 I’ve been looking for a way to install a shelf in my ambulance rv camper. Bingo !! Thanks !!

[@ButterflyTracks]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@tinaclark2729]

That van is so beautiful!!! Awesome!!!

[@drGAngie]

LOVE THIS BUILD!! YOU GO GIRL!!

[@ButterflyTracks]

💙🦋💙

[@iviamartinez3780]

Wish you beautiful sunrises,sunsets, and awesome adventures!