One year into the school bus conversion: Timelapse + Tour, then vs. now (Skoolie conversion part 53)

Now that I'm one whole year into the school bus conversion, I made a video with timelapses + a tour of the school bus one year ago vs. how it's looking now.
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[@cindycoburn2041]

Don’t listen to people who say you can’t do something, you are capable of whatever you put your mind too

[@steve318k]

Every week you say something that I don't think you'll ever be able to top, and once again you proved me wrong - "Now I'll buy anything. I'm trying to buy tools I don't even need" !! ❤️❤️❤️

[@richardbonfiglio1765]

In that world of competency and usefulness, becoming a "tool nut", affecianto, collector, or whatever you want to call it is a symptom or milestone of coming to greatness. Such a person is really handy to have around. Just pretend to want to borrow one of her tools, she'll jump in, figure things out, come up with a better way and impress the hell out of you while she does all the work for you. Her brother's have already shown such signs of the "disease" ! Genetics ? Probably. But she's got it. Imagine ; a pretty girl that can do stuff. Unbelieveable !

[@mikehollydennis1879]

I'm a little frustrated that someone would have the audacity to criticize you on any aspect of the build. Advice, yes. You have done an amazing job so far learning and stepping way outside your comfort zone. I would be extremely proud as a father to have a daughter, or son, accomplish what you've done this last year. Keep doing what your doing. Listen to any advice someone gives. Trust, but verify everything someone tells you. And delete any and all comments from the Trolls out there. You'll get there exactly when you're meant to. Good luck.

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you so much! the advice is great and the trolls don't bother me much, but the trolling disguised as advice had me out of sorts for a bit 😂

[@LThomasCouch]

Your courage and tenacity is inspiring. I love the confidence, competence and introspection you have developed. Be proud of yourself, you deserve every bit of the voice you have created.

[@mrmotofy]

Sometimes people misunderstand typed words since it's missing about 90% of normal nonverbal communication. People have to type, normally much slower than speaking...so naturally they are shorter and using less words. Then people frequently negatively interpret questions and comments. Then there's other people who are just hyper sensitive and think anything short of jumping up and down excited shouting praise, is being negative...which is simply false. There's tons of reasons comments are misunderstood. Then tons of people Project their experiences, inabilities and shortcomings on others without realizing it. Sometimes they flat out say it "I can't believe anyone would do it like that..." It's not a criticism, it's just broken ignorant people who have no clue. Not everyone can be amazing all the time. I bet every one of them could school you in at least one topic. Even if it is underwater basket weaving while blindfolded. People are just being people and being judgmental in a different way and on a different topic than you are... Sometimes some people are so narcissistic standing on their pedestal they don't even realize they are doing the exact thing they're complaining about. Sometimes people should just keep their mouth shut till they do some self reflection.

[@matthewdever2118]

I will never grow tired of seeing the look on your face @12:28. It's been such a joy to follow you over the past year, Emma; to watch your growth and your bus take shape. Rock on!

[@MelissaMalzahn]

Emma, in the last year you have grown. You've accomplished things you never thought you could. You bus is looking amazing. I'm very proud of you, sticking with it and keep moving forward. Great job!!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

Thank you so much!

[@normak63]

Yes! I've been with you from the beginning. Watched every single video you have posted. Seen you frustrated, tired, hot, cold etc. Looking at your progress in this video, what you have accomplished is nothing more than amazing! So proud of you! Go girl! Your on the final stretch. Cheering you on from Sydney, Australia. Norma 💪👊👍

[@normak63]

Oh btw my all time favourite moment, was when ur brother got covered with engine oil 🤣🤣🤣

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thanks so much!

[@JohnSmith-xx9se]

This channel deserves far more subscribers. Keep at it, Emma.

[@sonjadlong7554]

I've been with you from the beginning!!!! I remember binged watching to get caught up on about five weeks. You are my Friday night "We've Made It" time. BLESSED

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

so happy to hear that!

[@RoseSolane]

When you watch a video every week you don't really see how much the bus has changed. The changes from week to week seems small, but they add up. It was a lot of fun to watch the first 53 videos, I expect it will be even more fun to watch the next year of videos. Have a nice break, have a nice birthday and see you in two weeks.

[@Saint-eg7yg]

When you put yourself on a public stage, there’s always gonna be people who who criticize or act superior. Most are fundamentally losers who have never accomplished anything! It’s been an awesome journey! I’ve been watching your videos from the day you got the bus and it has been impressive to say the least! Great job and God bless!!!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@zaftra]

may be they just think they are giving good advise?

[@michellemorgan9606]

Emma, you ARE a treasure! We've been watching you from the beginning, and seeing your bus come along is only half the fun. Watching you grow and gain more confidence has been the most satisfying thing. When you open up your life to public scrutiny, it can be terrifying...but look at you! Just remember, some people are and will be a$$holes, just for the sake of making others feel smaller. Don't let anyone rain on your parade! I can't wait to see where you'll go.

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you're here 😊

[@Snipedog1978]

Getting back through these greatest hits is so much fun to watch. Seeing the growth that you went through from the episode to now is amazing, watching you game all of this confidence and watching you become more sure of yourself and your ability is such a joy to get to be part of even from a distance. Just remember please stay safe so we can continue to see you on this journey to the day u get to move in.

[@richardmoore2590]

Emma, I really don’t know if you realize how incredible you are. Taking on a project like this and all you have accomplished is beyond amazing. I thought you might have to take on learning CPR when you said you were quitting doing videos😉. 🎂💐Happy Birthday young lady🌹🎂, and certainly looking forward to future videos. LOVE watching your channel. Now, take your well deserved break.❤️

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

Thank you so much!!

[@richardmoore2590]

@@EmmaBuildsBirbie U R certainly welcome 🌹

[@Vandemonium]

I cannot begin to describe what pure joy it is to watch this channel. Your enthusiasm, your positive attitude and your unalloyed delight at every step or challenge you complete is truly splendid to see. Very few KZbinrs make me smile as I watch but you do. Please, next time you get a stupid troll comment, delete it and remember those watching who think this is fantastic. Cheers

[@Buses2Bikes]

I was hoping you'd cover the Fuel Tank Fishing Expedition so I could fall out of my chair laughing again but the Electrical Cable On The Roof fiasco was just as funny. I had not seen that before so thank you for adding that in. All in all your Bus Build is pretty entertaining and informative. Not to mention you get the gold star for hanging in like a prize fighting champ going 15 rounds. I've lost count of how many Bus Builds I watch on KZbin that just petered out and the people stopped posting. Or they got tired of the build, sold their bus and moved on to other things. Keep up the great work and I hope we cross paths out there on the road some day.

[@BrianGenX75]

I want to tell you as a 46 year old licensed diesel/auto mechanic as well as electrician, plumber and computer tech. You are doing an amazing job! Do not listen to the haters! You are a brilliant young woman with a beautiful personality! To take on this monumental task without the prior education takes guts! Doing the research takes brains/intelligence! Humans did not learn by being timid and saying no that is not my skill set so I can’t. They experimented and learned and so are you! Keep it up!

[@elenalemanski155]

I stumbled upon you from day one. You popped up in my screen and my first thought was she will never finish this! I kept watching cause i wanted you to prove me wrong. Well here it is a year later and I’m so glad you have proven me wrong. Congratulations and being a mom of grown kids I feel comfortable saying that I’m soooo proud of you!!! Happy Birthday and keep on doing! 🎉🎊🍹💜

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you so much!

[@joebertrand1371]

I bought my bus Feb. 21, 2021, and just celebrated my year anniversary as well. I've watched sooo many bus conversion videos......like soooo many videos. Then I saw a video, I think it was titled "Dumb Dumb buys a bus." It was a great video. I've been quietly cheering you on ever since. My bus build has literally been the most intense project I've ever done and I just wanted to tell you that you are pretty bad ass! I know what it takes to do the work you're doing so I just wanted to give you a KZbin high five from one bus converting Dumb Dumb to another.

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you so much and good luck with yours!

[@dennisporter753]

First of all... Thank you for sharing your build.. it has been amazing how much your hard work has paid off.. the bus is beautiful and I can hardly wait to see the finished product.. Emma you are doing spectacular.. don't let anyone make you believe otherwise! Happy 29th Birthday.. time to Celebrate ! I think you are amazing in every shape or form.. Cheers from Missouri!!!!!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@raymondmarazas4059]

I have to say, I've been following you for a while. This last video made me realize I love watching you reluctantly start a phase on the Birbie , then run into some trouble and work through it. After you complete it and it works and looks great, the pride showing on your face is just awesome! Just keep up the great work and dismiss the jealous trolls. I cannot wait to see Bibie completed, and you hit the road. ❤

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@gregwelch389]

It’s been fun watching you figure out how to build your bus. You’re so confident now I have no doubt you can finish anything left to be done. Can’t believe you don’t have more subscribers. Still my favorite skoolie channel on KZbin. Happy Birthday!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thanks!!

[@TownersMoments]

Gitrdone girl! So proud of you!!! You have made amazing strides keep up the good work! How you see yourself and how you feel about yourself is all that matters hun. Don’t worry about what the haters say! Brush that shznit off your shoulders girl and keep on gitnrdone!

[@stevengregory8686]

WOW Emma, you have come a very long way and you're almost there. I hope you enjoy your 29th B-Day. You sure don't look like you're 29. Great work and you have done a wonderful job!!

[@JB-dz1zc]

Emma, you in the last year have accomplished so much! You have done it your way with minimal help. I do remember the first drive for you, that was crazy(entertaining to say the least)! The best thing you have accomplished in the last year is your confidence! You don't know what you don't know, but look where you are now and YOU ARE making it do what it do!!! I bet your family is so proud and astonished for what you are capable of doing. I want to say you clean up real nice( always seeing you in work clothes mostly) and I always have faith in you getting any task done! HAPPY BIRTHDAY EMMA! 🎈 🎂 🎉 🎊 🚃 😉

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@kennethreynolds5564]

Don't let the negative people get to you. More than likely they are jealous because they are afraid to do what your doing. I applaud you and I'll be the first to say, your one brave little lady. Love your videos and keep up the good work.

[@HankEyring]

Thank you for the HUGE amount of work you do to create this content. It has been fun to watch your building - filming - and editing skills progress over the past year. My wife and are feel so proud of you, which is weird, but strangely true. PLEASE KEEP IT UP!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you so much!!

[@oviliaguilmette9424]

I stopped caring about the bus right after you figured out how to remove all those bolts on your own. I have loved watching you grow into yourself as learn that you are better then you think. Don't be afraid to keep stepping out of your comfort zone, the more you do the better you get.

[@diablofubar3623]

Have watched your build from the beginning..From the confused looks to the How the Hell did I get that right...From you never having touched tools you have learned alot...Like I have mentioned before this is your build no one else matters...If you ever head to Kansas and need a hand just shout...

[@PostalRedneck]

Love watching all the videos. Its so amazing watching you work your way though all the problems and continue on. Such an inspiration for anyone who think they cant do something and let it get to them. Here is a digital high five and keep up the great work!

[@PermafrostBeards]

Folks that sit on the couch and do nothing love to tell folks actually doing something how they should’ve done it… Keep it up the awesome work! We look forward to your videos always! The skills you have acquired over this past year are amazing!! So if it matters, my wife and I are throughly enjoying keeping up with your awesome build! Sure hope to see Birbie rolling through Alaska someday!

[@trainman4763]

06:50 if you are in a place far from the plug, take the extension cord and the tool cord and tie them together loosely and then plug the plugs in to each other, that way if they have tension to pull a part they will be tied.

[@BrianAspinall]

Emma, you are an inspiration to us as we begin a 77 Minnie Winnie rebuild. Don’t feed the trolls. You do YOU. Peace and love from Ontario, Canada.

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

💙

[@carls4552]

Congrats on the 1 year anniversary and happy birthday. I've been here since the beingging and have thoroughly enjoyed every episode. You take a week off, you deserve it. I'll be here when you get back.

[@markitathomas4146]

I can't believe I've been watching for a year already. For some reason your channel was requested to me 3 days after your first video. I love your content and how much you've grown. Keep up the awesome work Emma. You're doing great.🌈🌈🌈

[@marilynconover8484]

Love your determination and confidence! Happy Birthday!!! You deserve a break!!

[@HOODS]

You have no idea how much I enjoy watching your progress throughout this project. I think what I enjoy the most is were both building our skoolies at the same time. Never mind the negative commenturds. I get the same crap from people who think I should use a heat gun or eraser wheel. When I can use a steel cup brush on an angle grinder. Yah soon I will be revisiting that part of the build. And I will compare the eraser wheel, a heat gun and goo. Maybe goo gone. And the cup brush. Who am I kidding I'm not going to use goo gone. Lol. If I were going to use any chemical it would be mek. Methyl ethyl keytone I think it stands for. It's the hottest paint thinner I know of. Yes I used to remove stickers and paint things like water towers. Nobody wants to take forever removing decals while hanging from a water tower. If we're gonna paint it anyways why not use a super aggressive approach like a stainless steel cup brush on an angle grinder. If it's on a vehicle with decent paint then a heat gun and plastic scraper and a little mek for goo cleanup. That goo gone is a joke. Can't even hardly remove sticky off of jars let alone a huge area on a bus. I totally get why you went the route you did with your bus. So don't think I'll ever knock it. I will prolly reference your video when I do mine. Just so you know. Also Des the Hobo Travel Nurse a really good friend of mine. She used the eraser wheel. MT Brother of all people bought me two of them. I was really wanting to use that as an excuse to not use one. Lol. But now I have two. Dagnabbit. I'm sure it'll ruin my cordless drills or something. Oh well a video is a video right. Hope to meet you someday your an inspiration. p.s. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!! 🥳 🎉 🥳 🍻

[@kathleenthorene5846]

It is so fun watching your recap of the past year of the bus build. You have come a long way and I have enjoyed your progress. Good Job!

[@justplaintommy63]

My two favorite episodes are tied for first place. The fuel line you added to the Bus fuel tank to run the heater, and the window trim you made, then found. I think those are why I keep watching :) Thank you for doing these videos BTW, best part of my week is now seeing the notification for the Birbie

[@patriciaharkin1571]

Emma, you about gave me a heart attack when you said you were quitting You Tube😯😯Lol. If I weren't in Ireland, I'd come find you and shake your hand for all the work you've done on the bus and it was great seeing the recap of it all. Now go have mighty fun and celebrate your 29th. Happy Birthday ✨✨🎉🎉🎁🎁✨✨

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thanks!

[@jerrybrashear5562]

THERES ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY NO WAY IN THE WORLD THAT YOUR 29!!!! I had you pegged for maybe 23. Wow, totally amazing!

[@ronnievance6835]

Happy birthday Emma. You have, by doing this project, done more for yourself than you might realize. It will all pay off down the road.

[@rayabate]

Love the look back at how far you came. I like your videos. I watch your channel because it’s great to watch each part being built. I am glad you are taking your time and learning as you go. Appreciate the journey and sharing the ups and downs. Gives me confidence that I may try it.

[@steve318k]

I believe you can do anything !! As much as I am going to miss seeing a video next week, you deserve a week off from posting one. And Happy 29th Birthday to you ... I always wondered, and don't know if you ever mentioned you age before. You are an inspiration to so many both young and old (like me) ! I remember being 29 , it was like a hundred years ago !!

[@mikethompson5966]

*Great job so far!* who knows where you and Birbie will be in a year! the extention cord moment was too funny.

[@stevenpeck5949]

Congratulations! Very few people have ever completed a year long project. You've done a great job and proved yourself. I can't wait to see more.

[@karenriggle5435]

Getting involved with starting your own space has made you grow your extending your roots

[@francoisg1393]

You have no idea how much I look forward to your videos (don't worry, you can take a week off, I'll survive ;)). Before I found your channel, I thought bus conversions were cool, but you made me think about how I would do it myself. I'd make plenty of mistakes, for sure, but that's not the end of the world. You truly are an inspiration. You are an amazing and beautiful person, and I'm so happy you found your way onto KZbin.

[@francoisg1393]

And happy birthday!!!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you so much!

[@francoisg1393]

@@EmmaBuildsBirbie you're very welcome! March is a nice month to have a birthday, by the way (I'm biased).

[@SpyderGarage]

I love to see the newfound confidence. ☺️Making sure my step-daughter (who’s also building a tiny home bus) watches this so she knows she’s not alone in her frustrations AND successes. 👍🏻

[@seekersofrhythm]

Nice recap 1year on. You're smashing it and you must be so proud of what you have achieved. Here's to the next installment. Cheers! (I am raising a cup of hot water) stay safe J.

[@jeffreycraig4493]

You've done a great job with the things you've done to your bus, and am looking forward to more videos. Ignore the haters. Happy birthday!

[@0HARE]

Excellent recap. Not only are you getting proficient at design and fabrication, you’ve become quite the charming presenter, as well as video producer and editor. Positive Vibrations

[@scottrohrer7389]

TODAY IS THE 26TH WHEN IM WATCHING THIS, BUT MY BIRTHDAY IS THE DAY THIS CAME OUT. SO HAPPY BIRTHDAY LIL LADY!!!!!! LOVE THE VIDS, PROBABLY GONNA GET A BUS MYSELF SOME DAY. THANKS FOR BEING AN INSPIRATION

[@UnKnown-zy1km]

Can't listen to the haters and know it all's. You did a fantastic job especially for someone who never did anything like this before. No experience at all and you took it all on and got it done. You should be very proud of yourself you did it... I think you did great 👍 👍 HAPPY BIRTHDAY have a great one

[@craigcho6797]

I must say Emma your doing a heck of a job, it’s awesome to see you doing all the work, but yes, tools are the main thing for any kind of job, if you have all the right tools, you can do anything you want, I watched you drag that cabinet from the garage into your bus and I was like, she’s serious, so just to say, your awesome and beautifully gorgeous and very happy for you, I can’t wait to see your finished, good luck with the rest, Aloha ❤️💐🤙🏽

[@annasimonson8363]

It is inspiring watching you progress and grow. Enjoy your birthday 🎂

[@jenniferlowe-brewer8083]

The pure joy at 12:30 makes me SOOO happy for you!

[@alanwondergem2105]

This is probably late but HAPPY 29TH BIRTHDAY EMMA. 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁 🎊. HOPEFULLY YOU HAVE MANY MANY MORE!!.

[@angeladiplock8197]

I've watched you for a year,you have worked very hard I think you've done very good, started knowing nothing and look at you now, I'm rooting for you 🤩👍🙏🏼

[@RoundTownWithMike]

People can be very critical and mean from the safety of their computer but look how good you did so far! Its amazing and you can be so proud! I mean how many people dare to do something they are scared of? Super good job! Now for the rest of your life you wont be as scared of new things because you did this huge thing. 👋👋👋👋👋 (I think those are applause? LOL)

[@jayu724]

Oh my, Emma..You have been a joy to Watch! A Wonderful "Paralellagram" journey! I need a " parallelogram " tee shirt !. Happy Birthday..😀🙂😊👍

[@WinLiggett]

It’s amazing how far you have come Emma I am so proud of you for conquering every obstacle and keeping such a positive attitude! Can’t wait to see Birbie on the road soon! P.S I hope this doesn’t come off weird but you look really pretty! Your friend, Win

[@jaco_oosthuizen]

Your smile is so beautiful. Keep on smiling.

[@samanthawho4471]

Omg! When you said you’re quitting i was instantly so mad/sad;confused lol I totally love watching your videos, you’re inspiring. I’m totally rooting for you and can’t wait to see what adventures you take us with when the build is complete!! 💕💕

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thanks so much!

[@clago57]

Emma, you are an angel. God bless you, and thanks for the great entertainment. Have a super happy B-Day.

[@W4ABN]

Already a year!? Great seeing your updates. You've come a long way. Look forward to seeing what comes next in the years ahead. ✌️

[@briandavis9975]

Way to go Emma I've been watching you from the beginning and I told you then you got this girl I'm proud of you and your accomplishments with this huge task you've had your moments but who doesn't right I've built two buses it's not as easy as most think there is a lot involved just in planning you have hundreds of hours so you rock girl. Keep up the great work kicking ass can't wait to see what you come up with next. Have a blast taking a break you've earned it. And happy birthday young lady.

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@p8prslar]

I think you’ve done a great job. The look on your face in some of those throwbacks…ya you can do it. ✌️

[@towakiareed6181]

Watched your videos from the day you got the the bus till. Each time, I'm amazed with what you get done and your I can make this work attitude. Shout out to your brothers as well.

[@iamdooley66]

Good to watch these again. I laughed more this time watching you try and throw the extension cord over Birbie 😂. Enjoy your week off! And happy birthday.

[@jdsquared]

I've been here since the beginning! And moved into my own bus a month before you started posting. Your bus looks better than mine, and I wasn't a complete novice. I love your back wall. I wish I painted mine in the beginning, because I still haven't. I will someday put a skylight in inspired by yours. I remembered while watching this video how much I related to your struggles and accomplishments. There are a bunch of parallels in the process (even the wasp invasion), but I also remember my own feeling of zen getting filthy under my bus, and getting some of my sub floor cuts to fit exact. There's something to be said for journaling and learning on our own adventures, but there's something spiritual in opening that up to others, sharing with us and connecting with each other as humans we don't know. So thanks for these videos. I appreciate them on several different levels.

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you so much 💙

[@gregtreadway3142]

I have looked forward to each new weekly upload to see what you would be doing next, and I have to say, it's been a pretty amazing journey thus far! I will be missing you next week, but you do deserve some time away from the bus. I would like to take this opportunity to wish you a Happy 29th Birthday, and I look forward to seeing you again in two weeks!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@scootersmith7173]

Hello beautiful, how are you? Wanted to say that I have followed you since day one when you first brought birdie home and was deciding on what to name her. You have come along way and I have enjoyed being there with you and seeing what you have accomplished. I love how you had a lot of trial and error, but always managed to figure it out. Now look at what you have accomplished. She looks amazing and I know when you are finished she is going to be great and it will mean more to you, because you did it. Also, I want to wish you an early Happy Birthday. Hope you and your friend have an amazing time for your birthday. Can't wait to see more of you and your videos. 😋😘💞💕🥀🥀🥀🌹🌹🌹👅👅👅💋💋💋🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@johnalbrecht6]

Great job! You accomplished a lot in one year. Your bus starts to look very nice inside!

[@nocturnalpete1]

i love how your bus is coming along been here from the start you are so more confident now and its looking great look what you have done with pride if people think you cant do that well to hell with them you have done it . all the best big pete from oz ..

[@TheBlake27]

WOW, look how far you've come! "I want to build a bus but I don't want to have to buy tools" haha, now you're hooked on tools! Seriously it's been fun to watch the progress, you are doing a great job!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@glennrayner1922]

Good for you I'm a new subscriber and I'm trying to go back and watch some of your older videos it's nice seeing a young lady trying and failing and then learning how to do it I'm 57 years old and I'm still learning and failing and trying so keep your head up and keep marching forward

[@norm5785]

You look extremely happy. The build has come a long way and looks wonderful. Thank you for the update and being so positive. Have a very happy birthday. From Henrico County Virginia.

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

Thank you so much!

[@tylerhowerton8518]

Hey what’s up I’m over here in culpeper Va moved from Alexandria Va

[@nisar6339]

I’ve been watching you from the very beginning and you have gained so much knowledge it’s amazing! You’re doing so great with your progress as well! It’s so wonderful to see each step you overcome each week.

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@sjporr]

The wife and I been following along since the beginning and have really enjoyed your videos and what you've managed to accomplish. Very much look forward to continuing to follow you as you finish up the bus. Enjoy your much deserved time off. Cheers Sj

[@lawrenceperham256]

great to see how far you have come. keep up the great work.

[@trainman4763]

03:04 I've found that the cheap bits start to get chewed up on the little four blades and the bit will not bite as well, and remember you will have drill and screw settings on your drill so play around with the settings and it will make screwing and drilling So Much easier. Also it has clutch settings - collar around the spinning part, set this so when the drill releases so not to strip out the screw head, play with those settings.

[@HannahEMathes]

I had a similar experience when I pulled my van out of the lot! Went to check my blind spot to get off the feeder onto a Houston, TX highway (absolute nightmare traffic area lol) .... it turned out to be a blind wall and the whole 45-60-minute trip home in the granny lane I was thinking "they gave me 7 days to return it". I quickly figured out how to adjust and use my mirrors to the point now I can back into tight spots without a backup camera or assistance! As far as my build I know I made mistakes or did something an unconventional way but it's mine.... Mine to learn from, love or even regret! I watched a ton of videos from people with all skill sets but doing that brought in a lot of unrealistic perfectionism that really can ruin the project for you or anyone else involved.

[@TheKingrat50]

Happy Birthday to you, you can be very proud of your achievements. don't let negative people get you down. with your attitude you can do anything you put your mind to.

[@cheryljoynson7053]

So proud of you. Well done. Ignore the haters. Happy 29th birthday 🎂. Love from across the pond. England UK. Xx

[@AlienFing]

Happy Birthday Emma 😊 You have done so well and stuck in there, and you can now see how much you have learned to do in a short space of time. Well done to you, huge respect, you seem like such a nice human being. Thanks for the great videos and look forward to the next. All the very best, Andi, UK

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@richardbonfiglio1765]

How old are you now? 14 ?

[@wasabiwarriorr8948]

So proud of you!!! You’ve come a long way and are almost there ❤️

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

😘

[@BlueYiperoo]

I have a bitty suggestion. To the back wall curved seam, that flows with the ceiling...add trim. I think curved trim would look nice. 😊

[@AB-C1]

Hey Emma, I think you are AMAZING and have come such a long way since you started the build just year ago! Truly inspiring for ANYONE who wants to do or is even considering whether they can do this! You've proven that it CAN be done! And I think you're amazing! Well done!! ALSO Happy 29th Birthday for Next week!! Have a FANTASTIC TIME! WELL deserved Break from the Bus and KZbin! And I very much look forward to seeing your next upload when you're 29! Lol 😅👍 Have a great 2 weeks and again WELL DONE ON ALL the PROGRESS on the Bus so far! Being thoroughly entertaining! You always being a smile too my face and make me laugh at some point in the videos! You're a joy to watch (and very easy on the eye too which is also good! lol)😂🤣😅😉 Ps. You've inspired me to build my own Bus or Van conversion btw!! Have a great Birthday and all the best from London England 🎂🥳🎉🎊❤️😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@AB-C1]

@@EmmaBuildsBirbie you're so welcome and thank you for sharing your journey and build! Amazing stuff 👍x

[@killerkm4200]

I've been watching mostly since the start and have seen how far you have come, and never doubted you'd make it, great job with everything so far Emma! Now take a vacation and enjoy time off, you've earned it, and happy birthday!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@hairyeyeballsteve5262]

Hi Emma, very proud of you and the progress you’ve made with the bus. You’ve learnt so much and grown in confidence as the year has gone along. I’ve enjoyed your videos so much watching your wins and struggles with the build. You’ve pushed through and kept going to the point your at now. I hope you’re very proud of yourself because you should be. I really hope you continue your story when you finish the build and start traveling or whatever you decide to do. I stumbled across your videos when it showed up in my recommended videos. I think that was about May 2021 when I started watching and of course going back to watch from the start. Committed fan and admire you for taking on the project and filming your progress. A huge happy 29th birthday 🎂 I will miss your video next week 😢

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you so much! glad you're here!

[@REGRETLYSS1]

You're an inspiration Emma. Congrats on 1 year! I'm excited to keep following along. :)

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you! can't wait to join you on the road 😊

[@HajnalkaGyurgyovics]

The screws i had the same issue with. Despite the fact that someone specifically told me to use a "Square bit" instead of Philips screwdriver bit because even though the screws look similar to Philips they are not and the square bit grabs them better. Well, because that what actually fits in them 😂 and then I remembered luckily and the next time I was doing it it was a breeze. So try that next time see what kind of screw you have and you'll see how perfectly the square bit will fit 👍🏻

[@louietesta3752]

Hey Emma Congratulations on your 1 year mile stone on building your bus. You should be proud, it’s looking really great 👍👍 it’s easy to see that you put a lot of your heart and time into it. Not to mention you learned so much doing it. Things are just going to get easier for you now. Enjoy your week off and I’m looking to sharing your up and coming project’s in the future. I always enjoy watching your videos and look forward to them. Louie IL 🇺🇸 USA

[@MexicanTeTe]

Your ambition from the start to do things thoroughly and learn as you go is really commendable. Struggling or messing up along the way is not failure, giving up or never starting a project of this magnitude would be. A lot of people probably wouldn't make unnecessary comments about you doing things correctly or taking their unwanted criticism if you were a man (even if you were a man doing this with no prior experience). Men always think they know best about "manly" subjects and jump at the opportunity to correct young woman doing a project. Don't let it get to you. For electric just have someone knowledgeable check it over, and don't underestimate how easy wires can fray and start fires. Try to stop them from moving as much as possible and make sure they don't rub against any abrasive surfaces when you're routing them through things.

[@bjb51]

I’m from South Louisiana, I converted a cargo trailer into a camper, if your ever come this way, let me know, there’s some free camping ⛺️ alone a beach…we can get together and camp…once again, I’m impressed….

[@aftertonightjazz]

Wow Emma, your journey has been really inspiring, it makes me a little less nervous to start seriously planning my own build. And YouTubing to keep yourself on track is a good strategy for getting to the finish line. Great job!

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thank you!

[@stacyeastmond2683]

HAVE A GREAT BIRTHDAY!!!!! ENJOY!!! 🍾🎉💖✌🏽

[@holty2604]

You’ve done so well, it’s been fun watching your progress. Can’t wait to see the rest and your adventures. Happy Birthday 🥳

[@EmmaBuildsBirbie]

thanks!

[@guidedHandsforge]

Nice recap.The Emma quote you should put on a T-shirt is from when you were removing the camera recorder thingy and had to break the last bolt. You said "I AM strong"! You are.

[@jeffs.2431]

I am totally hooked on this build Emma! Congrats on all your progress to this point and continued success. Happy Birthday!