Family of 4 in DIY Ford Transit Camper Van

[@bee-anca236]

Nurse, mom, and builder?! - dang - superwoman!

[@bevtrue6937]

Yes, that is why she has 4 arms and legs. Holy crow!!!

[@amandinemanddyna2705]

'' Bee-Anca''. Why do you feel the need to write this kind of childish comment? What about you? Not a nurse, not a mom, not a builder... Dang- You're not a '' superwoman''.

[@lani1life]

I need a man as good as her. Go girl!

[@stacywatters9106]

I couldn’t agree more. Giving me the push that I need. So thank u

[@MrsSweetyG]

Exactly my sentiments!!! Superwoman!!!

[@Grouch3682]

I like the layout. The color is great too, it’s bright but not overbearingly white!!

[@user-vm5ud4xw6n]

Absolutely love the shower. That arch over the front is such a cool touch. Definitely something unusual! Very nicely done. Congratulations mom!

[@bfdee1603]

I did not notice where d kids seat when traveling. I only saw 2 belted seats upfront for d parents

[@MJF1958]

I'm curious about that also. Would have liked to see where they ride and how that transitions.

[@kimprice1864]

Nurse, momma, super woman. Lovely family. Brilliant design. Thank you for sharing.

[@bertrellephillips3512]

How do you secure your kids and when you’re traveling

[@bonnies9861]

Janelle, you are amazing!!!!! Wow - what an inspiration you are to build this van yourself!!! Your boys are getting such a great experience ~ perhaps you'll do this full time at some point? Enjoy every moment ~ sending you light, love, peace, joy and abundance always. I love you.

[@kellyfarrell8180]

This van is absolutely beautiful you did an amazing job

[@AndreaLB]

I absolutely LOVE the curved doorway over the shower. I’ve been watching van conversation videos for years and this was the first time I seen a curved doorway. Beautiful.

[@user-dr2js7bv2i]

What a lovely couple! Great van build too. Good to see that nurses who devote their lives to helping humanity can have time to enjoy their lives with their children. Wonderful!!!

[@juliafromwisconsin]

This is a tremendous van build! And great to see a build by a woman - I built mine by myself as well! I love your overall aesthetic - great colors and I love the arches. Some people say that the aesthetics don’e matter, but the truth is (at least for me), you do spend pretty much time in your van and having a beautiful interior can really put you in a better frame of mind. Thanks for sharing!

[@Camey71073]

I love the aesthetic.. the curve, the decor. You did a great job Janelle.

[@deastover898]

I love the arches! This is a very beautiful build💝 and you rock girl! I want to be you when I grow up! Goodness your family is awesome 💝

[@HoldensNana]

Love this. Love the curved windows. The macrame you have hanging from the bed. The back door cutouts and plants 😍❤️

[@conniewaite1371]

That shower is a masterpiece! Doesnt need a door,show it off!

[@kamivelasquez3119]

Great job! It looks like a wonderful van for travelling with your family.

[@EarlAlvinDaniels]

Enjoyed the tour, especially the mention of lightweight countertop - I will consider epoxy instead of laminate. Do evaluate your safety - DOT-approved seating for your sons and enclosure for your propane tank with a vent to the outside. Also, didn't see anything securing the batteries - anything heavy that will fly in an accident needs to strapped down.

[@pamiam9017]

It amazes me how often I watch these and there are no approved seatbelts for the kids.

[@chrisdevalcourt648]

And a fire extinguisher 🧯.

[@mealsbymilan1049]

Listen I’m a mom of 7 ( although two are away @ college ). I truly want to live our summers in a decked out RV being pulled by our suburban!! I’ll keep our homes for fall & winter ! But i truly desire to live as a minimalist & downsize for our summer travels ! I’ve been giving away so much nice stuff ! I’ve felt so wasteful these past two years … I’m changing my shopping habits & redirected my children to be happy w/ adventure & not materialistic stuff !! I love these videos I almost cry watching because I’m just so excited to buy our RV & get on the road next summer ! Thinking of hiring a tutor to travel during the school year in the next two years Keep these videos coming 🫶🏾🥲

[@Nabi78]

Best of luck with your upcoming family adventures! I hope it works out well 😊

[@simmerWill]

Are there seatbelts for the kids? I'm so impressed the 4 of you can stay in there!

[@debraderoos5225]

I was wondering the same thing. Where are the boys seats?

[@almamausisa-traylor5455]

Exactly what I was wondering too!!!!

[@kimberlycoldren4237]

Same! Always looking for 4 person seating/bedding layouts.

[@leahd7269]

Yep was just going back through the video to see if I missed something. What a Beautiful build!

[@karlamaynor5544]

Was wondering the same thing about seat belts for the kids as soon as I saw it.

[@deafministrygolda3810]

Your family members are very understanding. Very good. God bless your family

[@mikemanjo2458]

Go, Mom! I would like to have seen this build step by step! ❤️Jane in SC

[@caprinathomas2106]

She did an amazing job ❤️

[@ritat1]

Both did a lot of work and an amazing job setting up this van. Nice family!

[@ebychuks9797]

I like the fact that you made the most of your van space. You didn't line every where with countertops like some people do and then not have a space for a shower. And your bathroom is beautiful, with that bathroom window being novel. It's plain and simple but it's working well for you. You didn't talk about your living area and dining with table set up.

[@Nailgun_Nelly]

we mostly eat outside or just on the bench

[@pattijohnson8197]

Beautiful! I love the arches.

[@rayarena879]

I love how in this case the wife and not the husband is the "handyman!" LOL. Your husband is lucky to have married you! LOL. Love the bathroom! The fixed bed is great too! All in all, its amazing how two adults and two children fit in that little van. You've done wonders with limited space. Only change I would make is to make the kitchen sink deeper, get a faucet that can be stretched and to get a composting toilet.

[@Nailgun_Nelly]

we love our thedford toilet better than a composting and agree with the faucet!!

[@ktk2094]

This is very nice. What kind of set-up do you have for passengers to buckle up while you are in motion? I'd like to bring grandkids along and I don't see this addressed when people give tours of their rigs. Thanks for sharing your beautiful Home away from Home.

[@tasticola]

You guys are lovely. Well done on your beautiful build. I love how the arches soften the edges. I love the peel and stick tiles, and very impressed how well they're holding out in your wet areas.

[@fifi.871]

The peel and stick gives a Tuscany feel

[@MarkLandis-cc1ts]

Best and most innovative setup for a family camper van I have seen on KZbin.

[@jamesorendorff2731]

Love the tire set up ...very important

[@chrisdevalcourt648]

Fabulous countertop idea! Love the arches used throughout the build and the thin panels you made them from. More info on this and the countertop please? Not sure about a window in the shower? Skeptical like you about the durability of the stick on tiles, but they look great! Your sliding doors above the cab is another great idea. 👍 I like the cabinets without pulls. Would like to know about the hot water heater? Be blessed!

[@floswason8776]

So mom and dad have a nice queen size bed kids sleep on a bench covered with foam for mattress and when traveling where do kids sit with safety belts only saw two seats

[@darky1376]

The rv is suitable for a couple only. Not with kids. It's sad

[@lynnescaddan8919]

​@@darky1376 A lot of parents living in vans care only about there own comfort.

[@Noniinthebush]

That’s a bit harsh don’t you think? That bed is perfectly fine for 2 small children, geez people are you jealous or something?

[@rosemil69]

U need to worry about children living in gutters etc , foam probably memory foam which is perfectly fine

[@Dbellerive22605]

Really? Their children are small. The bench bed is fine for them. Relax. These 2 adults are nurses and I’m sure they will build what they need as the boys grow. People need to remember that folks live OUT of their vans, not necessarily IN them! They have a roof, bed, bathroom, shower, clothes and food. Plus they get to play outside all day! Sounds amazing to me! ❤

[@catH727]

I love see all the nurses living off grid like this!

[@sarahr9181]

Mom is super woman!! Absolutely beautiful build!!

[@richman_music_inc]

This is a full-time home? I do not know if I could do it. I’m living in a 350sq ft mini studio garage conversion and I can barely fit in all my stuff- including 5 guitars, etc. etc. But, this van is way cool!

[@EUGNOT024]

Great van build. but for 4?? Well to each is own but i see you guys eventually in a school bus for more space. Good luck!!!!!

[@lizsteeds6697]

Wonder about how close the tap (faucet) is to the mattress and how you manage to prevent water getting on the bedding when using the sink. Also endorsing concerns other comments have also raised about poor propane tank storage (no vent or sealed box ) ... which is a very real hazard.

[@straightarrow372]

This van is unusually pretty. She has good taste

[@nightowl9405]

I love your van and the fact u keep your bed in one place and still have room. And the kids beds does double duty. Good job. I noticed the long pillow with tassels on your bed...do u mind if I ask where u got it? I've been looking for something like it. Thanks. Btw, you're extremely creative.

[@susankustich1720]

Beautiful! Mama is quite talented!

[@robwickham8530]

I worry about the lack of a vented propane tank locker, and no LPG or CO detector. It didn’t appear the propane tank was secured to anything either. How the kids are safely seated/belted while driving escaped the video as well.

[@user-fi4zr3nz7s]

It Always To Have A Heat Ventilation For Your Solar Power. Underneath Your Bed. That Way Your Solar Battery Can Stay Normal While Recharging. Love You Video

[@stacywatters9106]

I luv it. Easy fix for u on the bottom cabinets. U can attach a curtain using the rod system from ikea to make it look like a dust ruffle and u can still utilize it. Great job!!!!!👍👍👍

[@stacywatters9106]

And also since ur into macrame u can make that curtain out of that and hand it around that opening. Ur talented so u will come up with something unique. Can’t wait to see what u come up with.

[@Kaywaprince]

This is gorgeous love the colors,but for 4 people im not soo sure . Seems very cramped . That kids bed 🤔

[@Ruthie888]

I love all the arches. Great job!

[@lotusdolphin]

Superwoman is right! You did a great job in there. I like the design. The only thing I missed was where the boys slept. Great job

[@chrisdevalcourt648]

It's in there!

[@Su7ud]

Hopefully the car roof can be connected in the future when the teenager is young 😂

[@judywaymire5756]

Nice design!

[@tWz4462]

Absolutely Awersome 🥰.. You did that 👍👍👍❤️🥰😘

[@mrvento_za]

Such a down to earth family

[@SGudur]

This is surely a beautiful tiny home... Good to see a female nurse doing all the work and keep everyone happy and safe.. I am planning to get hold of some camper van builders in Bangalore to see if they allow me to present them in a good way!! (Well, two attempts failed..!! They thought, I am from their competitors! Hehehehe}

[@caseymallory1774]

Hi Payne family a nice channel and very awesome camper you guys are doing a great job looking forward to more videos

[@manuelbentz2887]

Congrats guys!, it's a Dream campervan. I want one like that to live the next 3 years.

[@meizhu1523]

Amazing! Love the design!

[@damianhernanadez3083]

Nice layout wish there were more examples of this

[@gtfoh2448]

Cool layout! Love the arches!🙂

[@cyrilmoussoki3193]

La van life en famille, c'est super cool.

[@mistytackitt3121]

You are AWESOME! LOVE!!!

[@elainefuehrer5739]

im glad to see that your boys have someplace to sleep besides on the floor, like many other vans. only once have i seen where there was a drop down bed over the front seats. for a teen..

[@Krusttyy]

Can't wait to see the kids' documentary on Netflix in 16 years

[@catw6274]

Nice job, Janelle!! I have the exact same van! Love all of the arches throughout and how you covered the passenger van windows in some spots to allow for more privacy. I too kept that AC unit in back. Well done!

[@DonnaCrow-HealingSchool]

Love the window in kitchen. Love the arches. Very nicely done, girl..

[@Su7ud]

Hopefully there will be funds to increase the height of the vehicle roof so that children are comfortable. 😂🎉🎉

[@elizabethwatson6403]

Lovely couple And great van build! Wow

[@angelaroberts1767]

Where do your boys ride seatbelted in the van?

[@mjoverocker6072]

Amazing job it looks great

[@shawnnakaminski2104]

Mama can do anything

[@shirleyashanti3031]

Such a sweet van. ❤️ that you can be on or off grid. I'm with the boys, when is our next camp adventure. LOL. This conversion is like a tiny home. The shower makes it just lovely. Thank you for sharing and all the great tips. What a beautiful family.

[@wellnesswithfrugalmama]

Lovely build

[@michaeldavies9533]

Hi guys nice build a credit to you both,just a question does the side of the bed ever get wet from the sink with it being so close.

[@lisakeeton1309]

I couldn't imagine living in a van with 2 kids,way 2 go

[@rhondamckinley4373]

Love everything! Great job mom and dad, you make a great team! I really like that shower.

[@elainelipscomb1476]

Lv what you have done. Wonderfull layout Safe travels 🙏

[@meridethhendry5733]

Fun! Love it!

[@patriciabarnhart1886]

Those are some well behaved children!

[@denisephillips9269]

Nice build for two people but I'd have to have a schoolie with two small kids. Any particular reason you didn't put stovetop on sliding door side, sink too? Seems better for ventilation needed while cooking. Enjoy, good luck, and safe travels.🤗 ....from a retired RN.

[@melusine826]

Won't buy from Amazon but other than that it's an awesome job! Well done

[@kokokat584]

She's amazing

[@tekoppentekoppen761]

Fantastic!

[@alang5245]

OH I'm a travel nurse!! Will subscribe and catch up:)

[@ClaudiaTheCamper-pu6bt]

Very nice build and great vid.

[@joshmonk4810]

I love the build. Only have one question. Where do your boys sit while driving down the road? I have 3 boys and I want to do a similar build next year.

[@kw2764]

really nice! Layout is similar to one I'm having built right now

[@indiramichaelahealey5156]

Wow, very well done.

[@897aa33]

You need raptor front grill and bonnet wrap

[@anitaboodram1155]

Beautiful family 💞

[@kevnrob1]

Nice video and van. Just a note: it is not a Promaster. It is a Ford Transit.

[@karencastle6002]

Your place is amazing. Great job 😊

[@barbarapadgett5538]

Is it safe to live with propane without having it in a sealed box and vent it out and under the van? Just concerned. All the other vans I’ve seen have a box just incase there is a leak!

[@sheilaobrien7156]

Pretty good watch your head

[@gonnadanceagain]

I could sooo live in this now that I'm retired. So the counter top (epoxy) are there any concerns about the propane stove being so close? Looks amazing btw.

[@tammycruz8189]

Very nice not to much not to little. Great Job

[@A222Z]

Some great decor ideas .. i would absolutely hate having that cupboard above my head when sleeping. .. white & copper are hard to keep looking nice. Stainless steel is my preferred.

[@dan-oe7yw]

Everyone says hot water heater. It's a water heater. Hot water doesn't need to be heated😂😂 nice van!

[@traveldreamer4616]

Great build. The arches are lovely.

[@mzfmp73]

Promaster looks like a Ford Transit.

[@dawnkangas2968]

Cool

[@secondyaya]

I recognize Dr Greger's book, "How Not to Die." Great read!

[@iluvmyeski]

Soon it will be family of 8 in a volkswagen Jetta..

[@mathalwaysii]

What about seating for the kids when on the road? On the side couch and no 3 point seat belts? Are they comfy traveling facing side way for long travels?