Her Budget friendly DIY Bus Camper Build - Under $8k!

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VIDEO DESCRIPTION:
Welcome aboard the "Lady Lavender" - a creative oasis on wheels, crafted by the talented and frugal artist, Alexa! 🚌🎨
Dive into this unique tiny home on a bus, transformed by Alexa with a focus on economical and recycled materials. Discover how a string from a pair of pajamas becomes a handy tool for hanging essentials, and how reclaimed wood breathes new life into her living space.
🍳 In the kitchen, marvel at a thrift store find turned into a sink and range station, exuding a white, roughed-up aesthetic that Alexa adores. The sink, a gift from her grandfather, holds sentimental value, being sourced from a 1974 Volkswagen camper van. Alexa's frugality shines through in her choices, from the economical Amazon faucet to the practical hot plate, ensuring her culinary space is both charming and functional.
🔌 Embrace simplicity in power and water systems, with the bus running on 120 volts and hooked to shore power like an RV. The gray water holding tank underneath the bus exemplifies efficient tiny living.
🛏️ Explore the open-concept living area, featuring a multi-purpose bed, an upcycled dresser from Alexa’s parents, and a desk art area crafted from pine from her parents' property. The bus’s rustic charm is enhanced by tongue and groove wood from an old barn, used for the outdoor door and complemented by a basic composting toilet.
📚 Alexa’s passion for reading and art is evident in her mini library and cozy bathtub area. The DIY rhombus cube tile design in the bath, using recycled tiles from her granny’s bathroom, showcases her artistic flair and resourcefulness.
💭 Driven by her dream of an art studio on wheels, Alexa shares her journey from finding the bus on Craigslist to transforming it with her dad’s help. With a total conversion cost of around $7,700, including the bus purchase, her story is an inspiring example of pursuing dreams on a budget.
🌈 Currently a full-time artist in Frost Proof, Florida, Alexa invites you to explore her art at Wildflower Studios and through her social media channels. Follow her journey on Instagram at Alexa Art Room and on KZbin under the same name.
Join Alexa in her uniquely crafted haven, a testament to following your dreams and living life on your own terms. 🌸 #LadyLavenderBus #TinyHomeArtStudio #FrugalLivingOnWheels
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Edited by - / filmbro_
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[@cherylfisk7698]

Your bus conversion is one of the most unique yet practical designs I've seen on you tube. I love it. I never thought of having a bathtub in a bus conversion. But as you stated it is an RV bathtub, and it just makes sense. Plus, having no walls really gives the sense of an open and roomy living space. 👍

[@squarepegfb]

I love Alexa and Lady Lavender, they've both got such peaceful energy.

[@starveartist]

I'm more impressed with her efficient use of space than many expensive builds

[@alspaughstaci]

Everything blends in ,it's beautiful

[@dakotacoren6936]

I love the idea of having the bed along the side instead of at the back. Beautiful build!

[@leilacox6610]

10:52 10:52

[@bonnieb.8040]

I LOVE how eclectic her style is, nothing really matches but it somehow all goes together perfectly. I love this bus!

[@danawatts3479]

So open, so clean, so COLORFUL, SO Creative.. One of my Favorite Builds I've ever seen. I Love the Purple Bus.. Her Art is Great as Well Well Done

[@kamilapos1481]

I prefer a bath tub as well. It can be a sink or can be a place to wash your clothes. I also mostly take my showers crauching so a shower isn’t a nessesity to me. Love the bus how it’s not ikea all the way. It’s made with attention and love. She is living my dream and i wish her the best 🩵

[@hollyvick181]

Love her, so down to earth! The way she did this so frugally, yet so cute, is awesome! I love how she honors her daddy!🥰

[@NecroOver]

"Down to earth" is wierd term in here.

[@rachaelharris8611]

Alexa and her bus are just precious!!

[@bethschenk2851]

I so agree!! I love everything about Alexa's bus! Bed placement, use of dressers, art studio, and that tub!!❤❤❤ This is a great build & ,Alexa, I love how you honored your Dad. New sub!! You rock!!

[@taliahnorwood4773]

This is the VERY first layout I've seen that has come close to how I want my home on wheels. Surrounding windows with an open floor concept! It's absolutely perfect!👏

[@raingoddessinmoonrise]

I would love to be Alexa’s adopted auntie! She’s got the best vibe and the bus build is amazingly unique. Cool art work! Super proud of this girl’s process, even though I don’t know her. Kudos to her and her supportive dad!

[@AlexasArtRoom]

You can be my auntie! Haha Thank you for watching!

[@raingoddessinmoonrise]

Yayyyy! Consider yourself adopted! Big love!

[@amyralls6218]

I would love to be an Auntie, too!! I really admire everything you have done to follow your dream!

[@MelanatednNature]

​@AlexasArtRoom love the energy my fellow 🌟 starseed I also have a schoolie

[@shadowsmirk]

Living the dream! Big thanks to her dad for helping her reach her dream!

[@orchidchamblee]

Wow her art is amazing you must go to her website! Beautiful bus and a great build such an inspiration!

[@AlexasArtRoom]

Thank you so much!!

[@craftingwithcharm7665]

Love Lady Lavender! 💜 She decorated her beautifully! Best bus by far!

[@rogertemple7193]

I always enjoy seeing these school buses being turned into tiny houses on wheels and of course how the insides look like and they are always really awesome and thank you.🇺🇲👋🚌🚌👋🇺🇲

[@TheMimichacha]

LOVE LOVE THIS!!! GREAT JOB!!! BUT...MOST OF ALL...HOW WONDERFUL U HAD UR DAD TO HELP!! WONDERFUL MEMORIES!!!

[@einzgeisha]

This is almost exactly how I envisioned my future bus build! I love it so much! On my end though, would add 2 more seats for my child and maybe spouse (but don't really want him to come along...cuz I like my own adventures!)

[@wyrdadventures]

Beautiful! Wouldn't change a thing!

[@yvettechristensen8315]

Absolutely beautiful! I love the recycled items. Good work Daddy.

[@LE_Phillips]

Yeeesss! My kinda gal and my kinda ride. 😎 Hurray for fellow artists!

[@lorihutton4719]

The cat has its own exit and entrance. LOVE IT! More i like she thinks of her friends needs. You my lady are living your best life with kitty and may i add...... You are very talented 🩷🩷

[@AlexasArtRoom]

Thank you so much for saying that! ❤

[@emcdus685]

Appreciate all the beauty of refurbishing. Natural wood is gorgeous.

[@Davinassunflowergarden]

I love her and her bus. Her whole look is a vibe .🌈

[@amyd1549]

I love listening to her appreciating her daddy's talent. Beautiful build!

[@Rlaplante73]

What a great rig and build. How nice to be able to spend some quality time with your Dad making your vision a reality. Thanks for sharing!

[@marykoch1666]

Wow!! Love your bus!! Love your art! Very touching the picture of you and your dad ❤

[@alicerafferty9595]

It is Whimsical and fun. You have everything you need and it is your unique style. Just lovely!

[@styx62]

Beautiful space without over complicated expensive build out

[@smithywick]

Absolutely beautiful 👌 a totally amazing build 🙌❤️🙌

[@sylviajones4907]

Loved this build. Great job. Dads are diamonds!

[@rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs]

I love your bus and the artwork that I could see. You are definitely a free spirit and a very talented artist. Wish I lived in your state cause I'd love to meet you and just have a chat.❤❤❤❤❤

[@barblynch4065]

I'm an artist. I'm retired, now, so I'm looking for a bus. Glad you're living the dream so young. Life got in the way, so I didn't get to study art until I was in my 40's. I get inspiration from other skoolies. You go girl!!

[@bettertvreceptionwithfoilf7100]

Sweet tile work. You could add a shower curtain over the tub, as an option and a place to hang wet things inside. A tub is a luxury, and that is so nice. I love your re-use of the dressers. I love to reuse as many things as i can. It feels good.

[@brendaschoonover245]

i converted my shortbus and everything i got from marketplace and restore! Beautiful bus!

[@marciaburrows7070]

Love you and your tub. Recycling like you did is my idea of recycling!!!!

[@rebeccakaminski8967]

Loved your home on wheels. beautiful and cozy.

[@RestorationRanchHealing]

Love this bus - what fun energy and good for her that she is doing what she loves! I have subd to her channel! I’ve always wanted to be an artist -

[@nicolaholland1]

I love love love this bus! Love the fittings, so unique.

[@gailesookradge765]

Such an adorable place! ❤ Good job by you and dad! You are so blessed to have a dad to help and encourage you.

[@michellel6596]

Love this build. She is just wonderful, as is the build

[@lindywallace9540]

Love Lady Lavender and your artwork!

[@cynthiakammann7368]

It's brilliantly done. I especially appreciate the open concept... Light and airy❣️

[@ROBINstrawBERRYwine]

This is hands down one of the best builds I have seen….very simple,efficient,reclaimed,colorful design and beautiful,happy vibes 🫶🏻💥

[@AlexasArtRoom]

Thank you so much! ❤

[@debralarosa353]

She did a great job, love her layout and her artwork is just lovely

[@conniereynolds9844]

CONGRATULATIONS on your Beautiful home and Art studio❤

[@zomisland03]

Love the sink cabinet! Very Creative…

[@rayarena879]

Love your bus. It's a small bus, but inside it looks large. I love that you have a bathtub inside and large counter space. It looks like a house more than a bus, because you have actual furniture.

[@AlexasArtRoom]

Yeah!! It’s a pretty big space considering it’s a short bus. That is why I didn’t want walls, it keeps the space bigger. 😊

[@tammycruz8189]

Gorgeous Gal n Rig . Safe Travels Always ❤❤

[@widowswatch6610]

I love your space. Very neat and clean too. Good idea sell your art for extra income.👍

[@cindyp.7123]

I love the bus, love her artwork and love her Georgia roots, same as me. Frostproof is an hour and a half from me. ‘Hoping to take a day trip to see her artwork. If others are your auntie, I’ll be your grandmama!

[@susanlewis1875]

What an absolutely brilliant design and execution! It's so comfortable and bright and cheery. Great job, Alexa! I wish you many happy and productive years following your passion. Thanks for sharing it.

[@meridethwilliams8847]

What a lovely young lady.

[@garytrafton6209]

Well done. Great use of recycled materials. 1st build I've reviewed with a bathtub. That alone wins the prize. Happy trails.

[@amyralls6218]

I love, Love, LOVE everything you have done in your bus!! Of all the DIY busses I've seen on KZbin, this one is, by far, my favorite!!

[@AlexasArtRoom]

Awww thank you!!! 🤗😊

[@thereseshine7506]

I love your quaint home! It's so bright, colorful, and airy. ❤

[@marymacgregor6952]

Love it all. The furnishings, the bed on the side, which is what I would do and the colour of the bus.

[@carolynek1875]

You got yourself a beautiful place there.I am quite impressed.Enjoy it and have a great journey through life

[@campervancalvin4138]

Beautiful Build!! Love your paintings!!❤❤❤❤❤💯

[@MaureenOLeary-tz1kt]

I love your set up. I like all the shelving you have and your counters.

[@sandrabradley3703]

I love your bus. I also love how frugal and sensible you are. Am going to check your art work.

[@katjas3307]

Thank You so much for showing us that piece of Art on four wheels 💜 Great work of you and your dad. Big hugs from Germany 😊

[@SunniKat]

I absolutely adore this. It's lovely to see an artist living free and being creative ❤

[@terrymathis4213]

Love this bus. Lavender is such a calming color.

[@jaggjagg5928]

Absolutely beautiful! People don't realize that beautiful bus interiors can be done using reclaimed materials Which dosn't cost a lot of money. You have a beautiful home. Thank you for sharing and God Bless.

[@donnabacon4681]

Love the whimsy! Adorable home! You could still have shower (great tile work by-the-way and a cute tub), by using a rectangular poles above the bathtub, and a shower curtain that you could hang when needed, or have it laying down around the outside of the tub (obsecure, of course) and then pull up, connecting in place with rings.

[@milliealford8968]

I love your bus and your use of reclaimed wood and furniture. It is a perfect bus. If i had one, it would look like this. God bless.

[@yayaserenity2397]

I really love this bus. Alexa is so creative and unique ❤

[@Kitty_cat2001]

I think the whole build is great! The idea to put the bed/couch where it is, just perfect! Australia o

[@BenjamintheTortoise]

Alexa and her daddy did a great job!! It's so spacious and I love all the reclaimed materials too. Feels like home and happiness 💖 much love 😊

[@Buddytrager82]

Nice bus. Love her attitude towards life. Awesome ❤😊

[@janinafisher101]

A very nicely designed bus/art studio on wheels!

[@nicolesmith973]

The dresser is fabulous!

[@damarisfelix4126]

Love it 🥰 My favorite color!!! I can see with how much love was made

[@marciamoore5196]

This was so well planned out. So practical and beautiful. Love it!

[@katherineanderson6297]

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful

[@ororomunroe8170]

She's absolutely designed my dream bus. I'm getting so much inspiration

[@AlexasArtRoom]

That’s awesome! Thank you so much! ❤

[@user-he7kl7mb4z]

I LOVEIT, IF I WENT FREE THAT WOULD BE ME, Y GO GIRL

[@marvinraphaelmonfort8289]

such a good daddy 💜 great open plan and details!

[@michelecox5241]

I so want that. As soon as my father caretaking thing is over. I will!

[@Angelkjr]

This is the most beautiful and amazing build I have seen! Absolutely gorgeous! Some of the ideas I have had in my mind I see in real life in this build. So well done! Also, Alexa’s artwork is amazing. What a beautiful talent! ❤

[@AlexasArtRoom]

Thank you so much!! 😊❤

[@inkyapron1862]

Love your bus, your style, and your personality

[@graceverssen5651]

I loved it, Alexa! Thank you for having the courage to be you. You are inspiring! 🌸🌸American Grace in Sri Lanka 🌸🌸

[@d12tu68]

cute lovely style and color 🩵🔮🩵🔮🔮🔮🩵🔮🩵🔮🔮🩵🔮🔮🔮🔮🔮

[@rachelina97]

This is a beautiful set up! And I imagine you are comfortable in there even without the added insulation? Gosh I am feeling reinspired to just go for it

[@AlexasArtRoom]

I have insulation below the windows. You should totally go for it!! Thanks for watching!

[@darcimunday4410]

OMG that's awesome! Love the bathtub! And everything that's in there! Nice job young lady! You have done well making that bus a beautiful home. And you have a wonderful helper to help you. Thanks for your incredible handy Dad you have.

[@Shannon5909]

You have a beautiful home Alexa!!

[@AlexasArtRoom]

Thank you!!

[@kimberlykernehan1937]

What an absolutely amazing conversion. I, too, am an artist and my dream is to sell my home, get a schoolie and hit the road. Your open concept design is exactly like I have been sketching. I love the way you reused the dressers...truly gives it a more homey feel. Thanks for sharing your bus! I am more inspired to get living the life I want to live...thanks for that!

[@asthecrowflies737]

I'm not a fan of converted camper buses, but I have to say that THIS one is really nice! It looks bigger inside than it really is and all the recycled wood is beautiful.

[@jansoars4058]

You're such a nice person.

[@sandrakistlerbales6320]

I love your Lady Lavender! Well done! You caught my eye, your bangs, hair color and smile, l thought you were my daughter for a second.

[@AlexasArtRoom]

Awwww! Thank you! I guess I have a twin. 😊

[@Jaya-zn7vr]

Love your bus and concept. I especially love the painting of the woman holding Omega. Gorgeous home... 🎉

[@AlexasArtRoom]

Thank you! 😊

[@Jaya-zn7vr]

@@AlexasArtRoom Is she holding OMEGA?

[@AlexasArtRoom]

@@Jaya-zn7vr if it’s the paining I am working on while sitting outside of the bus, no. It is a painting of me holding a “circle of life” sphere.

[@gloriannburick1837]

That painting of yourself really looks like you spot on! Love the color of your bus. Any shade of purple is ok by me. I have a purple walker and a purple vacuum. Also many other purple/violet/ lavender things in my clothes, pens, tablets, etc. If buying something that comes in many colors and some shade of purple is available, that’s what I buy. Also love the name of your bus.

[@lukii6770]

Shes perfect in her own Art -

[@dawnsmith4275]

Fabulois bus! Everything about it is beautiful! Your artwoek is fabulous as well❤Safe travels!

[@divinecomedy0]

Creative beautiful empowered woman who reflects who she is so confidently in her home! 💜

[@jeniehuynh4805]

Love the build. Cosy little haven. Enjoy your travels ❤

[@cherrygaisford9810]

very unique and pretty at the same time

[@robertwatkins364]

Who painted the bus lavander? That seems like a big project.

[@AlexasArtRoom]

I had my dad and some friends help me! My dad has a paint shop at his house!

[@leahparker7841]

This is awesome ! I love that you reused most of it .Very talented. Too cute !! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@GlittersPigments]

This looks lovely I would love to own a yacht and something like this to retire to whenever my cats want some land time ❤

[@andromeda1903]

love the cottagecore vibe and that amazing tub and the sky-painted roof! and those amazing pulls on that white cupboard! the different placement of things makes the skoolie so roomy and cozy