Vanlife | 10 best gifts under $25

In today’s video, I’m showing you my 10 favorite gift ideas for Vanlife! While I am an Amazon affiliate, the featured products are things that I actually use in my van and that I do genuinely recommend. I love finding things that are useful and that won’t take up much space. Thank you so much for watching. If you haven’t already, please consider liking, subscribing, and hitting the notification bell to continue to receive content like this. Hope to see you next Saturday!
Amazon affiliate links to items:
Better Stuff Ice Scraper - amzn.to/3GfXpdE
Multifunctional Car Cup Holder - amzn.to/3Igj5bF
MOKO Waterproof Lanyard for phone - amzn.to/31vSQx2
Eco Lifestyle Bamboo Reusable Paper Towels - amzn.to/3prE7eQ
LayNGo Drawstring Organizer - amzn.to/3dgpohd
Hot Water Bottle with Sweater - amzn.to/3ECIV7D
Hand Warmers (USB rechargeable) - amzn.to/3omeWLt
EEZEE Travel Blanket - amzn.to/31qVynl
Magnetic Nightlight - amzn.to/3djoJvk
Fat Cat Light - Fatcatlight.com
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[@HoboJoOnTheGo]

Glue a small magnet on the little light and done...now it will attach to your van sides too.

[@iluvmetoo1]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@LadyBugout]

I’m just wondering where?!?! The bottom is hollow. 🤔 But I will try to think of where I might be able to put one where it doesn’t mess with the usb charging cord or the light… now you’ve got me looking for a solution 😂😜 love it!!!!

[@LadyBugout]

😂 great minds think alike☺️☺️☺️

[@HoboJoOnTheGo]

I glue little magnets to so many things...lol

[@crismccomber3304]

Magnets are so versatile!

[@sLeggettRob]

Awesome ideas Dee! I went shopping from your links. Lol. The cup holder, hand warmers, got two of those for my husband. After surgery, his hands are cold quite often. Love your channel!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. So glad you found some useful items. Those hand warmers are nice and work really well. I only ever have to put it on the low setting so it lasts longer!

[@renegebert772]

Ich wünsche dir und deinen Lieben eine schöne Advents - und Weihnachtszeit. 🎄

[@LadyBugout]

Vielen Dank. Das gleiche für dich und deine ♥️🐞♥️

[@renegebert772]

@@LadyBugout danke dir. 🙋‍♂️❤️

[@coralieofjumpwithnofear]

Okay, I am definitely one of those who IS excited about those bamboo reusable paper towels. That’s amazing!! I’m going to see if we have those available somewhere here in Australia.

[@LadyBugout]

😂😂😂glad to know that. Hope they are available for you!!!

[@millygit]

I have bought them at the Reject Shop here in Australia not sure if they still have them but I see Amazon Australia has multiple types

[@careylarsen2227]

I live in Canada and I only pay $4.00 for a roll of 20 at the discount store. They’re great!

[@CanadianChick1000]

I’ve made several jewelry keepers on the same design as the kit you use for toiletries and have planned a larger nylon one for ages, it just hasn’t made it up the list yet. This has inspired me to move it up the list :)

[@LadyBugout]

Nice!!! That we be cool to see☺️

[@TheHapiCamper]

Fantastic gift ideas. My favorite is the ice scraper.

[@LadyBugout]

It works so well😛

[@michelledavis2717]

Great gift ideas! I think the hot water bottle with the sweater is the cutest! ❤

[@LadyBugout]

I know… right?!?! I need to get a matching sweater 😂

[@ritasmoot1823]

Dee, you NEVER DISAPPOINT!!! You come up with the best stuff to make van life more comfortable. You are really making me think harder about doing it!! As I am “stuck” in sticks and bricks for the moment. If you ever get back to Bev’s campground I would love to come meet you both. I am not that far away from her! THANK YOU for yet another great video!!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Rita! When the conditions are right for you, I’m sure it’ll happen! ☺️

[@annon5569]

Thanks so much Dee for these excellent ideas! I have another one for under $20- and found it at TJMaxx($16.99)- it's a laptop desk with foldable legs which is super handy if you need a flat surface to put cutlery/cups etc. Also it has a side which has an adjustable tilt for reading/device viewing. When done with it, fold in the leg supports and store away flat! Merry Christmas and blessings for a peaceful New Year!🤗🎆💜

[@LadyBugout]

Oooohhh… I like that ♥️🐞♥️

[@rexrules]

I bought one of those water bottles after seeing it when you were on bunny’s channel the other day. So cute

[@LadyBugout]

I know right…!?!? I think it is up there with my all time favorites!

[@quash8]

Hot water bottle rooooolz!

[@shannonmurphy9790]

Another great video. I like the dual cupholder, especially that the top one expands. Not that I buy flowers often, but sometimes when bringing a vase of flowers to a hostess, it's a hastle trying to hold onto the vase while transporting. I feel like this might be a bonus feature of the dual cupholder - it might work for a vase of flowers too.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes, I’m sure it would work for something like that🤗

[@theHookdudewest]

All of the items are so cool & functional. My favorite ones are the USB rechargeable lites 👍🏼 I don’t travel like you in a van but I can see using them even around my apt. Love your channel. Safe travels🚗

[@LadyBugout]

Yes, my daughter uses them in her house all the time!!!🤗

[@jentommyontheroad8089]

Love it when you present your favorite gadgets! I love the blanket/poncho and I just bought tp & paper towels from “Who Gives a Crap” which is also made from bamboo! Another channel I watch also suggested gift cards for the truck stops which could be used for showers (or gas) which I thought was a great idea! Any item that is USB rechargeable is so useful in the van!

[@LadyBugout]

Nice!!! That is a great idea about the truck stop cards. 🎉🎁🎉

[@bangbangcfp]

Great ideas LaDy! Thank you. love the timer on the light👍. All good gifts. I’ve never tried the hot water bottle. But I will. I’ve froze this last month. Found myself unprepared for freezing weather. So yeah, a nice bit O kit. 😊

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. Yep, that hot water bottle was a game changer☺️☺️☺️

[@taix371]

I love that magnetic light.

[@LadyBugout]

It is so soft and such beautiful lighting!🐞☺️♥️

[@samanthadodd8112]

Excellent gifts

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! I really like them♥️

[@BunnyPlaysHere]

Yay!!!! I love these suggestions!!! 🎄 Christmas time is so fun for Van life also!!!

[@LadyBugout]

Oh yeah😎🎁🎉🎄can’t wait to see dimples all decked out🤩

[@nwlady1844]

Great ideas! found something for my daughter for Valentine's day!

[@LadyBugout]

❤️

[@MiZDove1]

Great products! Love the iPhone protector and the cup holder expansion! Well all of them really, great ideas.

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks Dawn! I like to find things that are useful-and a decent price! Glad you found them helpful☺️

[@DesertAdventuresinArizona]

Awesome ideas for gifts! Updating this as I watch - The cup holder was my personal favorite, but I also liked the cell phone holder - My daughter needs one since she teaches school children in and outside. I’ve also dropped mine on the trail before and this would prevent that. The magnetic light is another good one…..decisions decisions… Great video - Thanks! Steve

[@LadyBugout]

Hahahah I know… right?!?! I love sharing my favs!!! Any decision will be the right one😛

[@JosephDeAngelis318]

👍👍👍 very cool little light's. 💡.

[@LadyBugout]

My favorites!!! 💡💡☺️

[@soomay9855]

Lovely to see you wearing something bright, it suits you x

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! I needed a new winter jacket! And I thought… why not red☺️

[@62WILDCAT]

Great info & products ! Thanks a bunch !

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome, Carol☺️

[@giterdone9013]

Shoot, and I meant to add, I use one of those lanyards in my kayak and it has never let me down! I’ve lost just about EVERYTHING in the water, set of truck keys last trip out even! But never my phone at least. Not sure if you got a key hidden but I was some thankful I did that day. 🤷‍♀️🤣❤️🇨🇦

[@LadyBugout]

Oh man, I haven’t lost anything yet, but am so glad I have this now. I do have an extra set of keys. I always have mine zippered in my pants or coat, though. 🐞

[@terrapintravels3829]

Thank you, great products!

[@LadyBugout]

Hi Becky! I love sharing my favorites ☺️☺️☺️

[@NelCooper]

Really great ideas. Thanks!!! 🙏

[@LadyBugout]

My pleasure! ☺️

[@doofusadventures4486]

Great ideas! Thank you!

[@LadyBugout]

You are so welcome☺️

[@Kojak-zh7qo]

Brilliant always love your videos great ideas 👍

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. I appreciate that so much☺️☺️☺️

[@JonniesJourney]

All awesome ideas and wow such a deal. Thanks for showing some of the beauty Missouri has to offer. That is a great hike. If you make it back to the area hike the Taum Sauk trail to waterfall. You won't be disappointed.

[@LadyBugout]

Sounds like a plan!!! I never knew Missouri was so freaking gorgeous😜

[@TravelingGranny]

Great ideas! I have had my water bottle for about 30yrs! 😂👍🤗

[@LadyBugout]

Best invention ever 😛

[@rexrules]

Ha ha that travel blanket was easier to put away compared to the cube earlier 😂😂🤣🤣in bunny’s channel

[@LadyBugout]

😂😂😂😂I just saw her video too. We had a blast trying to figure it out. Laughed so much at ourselves!!!

[@LollyGaggler]

great ideas!!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you!!!

[@RescueDogTreats]

Great gifts...thank you!

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome☺️

[@rrhopewell]

Great ideas. 🥰

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks Ramona!🐞🚗💃🏻

[@monicawilson896]

Great items!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! I enjoy all of them🐞♥️🚗

[@vanlifevibes9241]

Great ideas thanks !

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! ☺️

[@lornabartlett2744]

Yes, Thanks for sharing this, need a moko phone waterproof case, and item bag, waterproof bottle, great !

[@LadyBugout]

Glad it was useful information! I love every single thing that I mentioned. Makes like so much easier🤗

[@normaevett]

I love everyone of these!

[@LadyBugout]

Me too☺️☺️☺️

[@diannadarling699]

Great list !! Thanks!

[@LadyBugout]

So glad!!! Have a great holiday♥️🎄🐞🚗

[@Simply.C]

Enjoyed seeing your list and hearing the reviews. Also enjoyed the scenery in between.

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks, I’m glad! Fun stuff☺️

[@LorE_aka-midwestmemaw8555]

So glad to see you again!! 🐞💞😊

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Lore! Same here♥️🐞☺️

[@patriciamuskevitsch8359]

Love them all, 👍

[@LadyBugout]

Yay!!! I’m glad☺️

[@BlackDogDesigns]

All fantastic ideas! I have the cell phone holder and I use it in my Kayak, I can take photos and if I happened to drop it in the water it floats, tfs🎄

[@LadyBugout]

Ooooh I like the floating concept!☺️

[@SheDevilAdventures]

Those are some cool gift ideas. I put a couple in my basket for myself LOL. Thanks for sharing.

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome. Hahah yes, I realized that I have all my shopping done now😛

[@helenknefley8148]

Thx for the gift ideas😀

[@LadyBugout]

My pleasure! ♥️🐞♥️

[@cynthiahowell4172]

Great ideas

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Cynthia ☺️

[@cathieperezreyes]

Brilliant ideas!!! You’ve outdone yourself this time 😊 thanks ❤️

[@LadyBugout]

Aww thanks Cathie!!! I really love them all😛

[@brianreichert9120]

Awesome list. Thanks

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Brian. ☺️

[@markrenfrow9873]

Great gift ideas!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Mark☺️

[@Bernimv]

Wow great ideas for holidays or anytime

[@sandrasomewhere]

Love these gift ideas! Thanks for sharing!

[@LadyBugout]

Hey there!!! So glad you liked the ideas. It’s always fun to compile my favs😛

[@sandrasomewhere]

@@LadyBugout I think I bought one of everything! 😃

[@LadyBugout]

@@sandrasomewhere 😂🤣😂🤣😂 well at least I know you’ll love them!!!

[@cuteoldlady6157]

Great ideas thank you 😊

[@LadyBugout]

My pleasure♥️🐞♥️

[@wandarebeca1]

I loved this video. Thanks!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Wanda😊

[@cc-camper-lady]

Yay! My kids always ask for ideas on what they can get me for Christmas. I want that pillow blanket, the dual cup holder and the makeup bag. Thank you Dee for the ideas. I love the background music

[@LadyBugout]

I’m so glad!!! I hope you get your wish list☺️☺️☺️

[@RedheadedWritinghood]

I love all these! I especially want the lanyard for my phone and the light with the magnet! Thanks Dee! ❤️ Red

[@LadyBugout]

You are very welcome my dear☺️

[@MooniiplaitsCrochet]

Great list 👌 thank you 😊

[@LadyBugout]

You are very welcome!☺️

[@RK-ti2qq]

great selections.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Robert☺️

[@glennarussell4682]

Oh, thank you for sharing all these really great gifts with us.

[@LadyBugout]

My pleasure ♥️🐞♥️

[@paulagarcia7777]

WoW! I love all your gifts ideas and tip! 😊

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Paula!🐞🚗💃🏻

[@greensavant2573]

LOL, The Lady Bugout QVC show! 😀 But seriously, Vanna White, you have been served!!! Great job Dee! And, I just bought your Multifunctional Car Cup Holder. It is the perfect solution for the Gosun Brew French Press that would not fit in my cup-holder. (Long story, but this will make brewing coffee while I'm driving possible.) 🌄Hope the new day looked way better than yesterday...🌅

[@LadyBugout]

Enjoy!

[@conniesmith2160]

Way cute ideas🎅

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Connie! ☺️

[@americanaxetoolco2076]

Very cool ideas! A few catch my eye! Thank you gorgeous! ❤️

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome! Glad you like some of them☺️

[@_Merica_USA]

Another great video and helpful tips

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks Julio! Glad it is useful🐞

[@NYCHFAN]

Cool stuff! Especially that extra cup holder gadget! 😊👍🙋‍♀️

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks! Yes, I thought that was pretty cool☺️

[@bangbangcfp]

Oooh, yeah I saw this great thing you might like?? I’ll try to find it again and send. But it was .. Towels on a paper towel roll with snaps. Hard to explain. But very cute. Nice washable patterns. Etsy. Super good idea. A more hardy take on your wonderful bamboo towels. 😊

[@LadyBugout]

Oooh, that does sound interesting. I get the idea…I’ll look for them☺️

[@HopeLivesHere721]

Great list of favorites. Thanks for sharing

[@LadyBugout]

My pleasure. I always enjoy sharing my favs☺️

[@susansmith2969]

Gosh, Dee, I want them all! Great list!

[@LadyBugout]

😂 I know…right?!? I love them all.

[@nancywhitty7072]

That was great, Dee. Thank you so much. And really thank you for listing the items and links in your description. Gonna be spending some money tonight. Happy trails!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Nancy! So glad it was helpful. Hahahah I know they’re hard to resist♥️

[@billh9692]

You are my new favorite you tuber. You are the cutest thing. Your presentations are spot on and you are very easy to look at.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. I appreciate the encouragement.🐞♥️🚗

[@kayroosa609]

They are all really great ideas for gifts 🎁. Thanks for showing us some really cool ideas.

[@LadyBugout]

My pleasure Kay! I love finding cool 😎 stuff that is relatively inexpensive, useful, and small enough to not take up much room🐞☺️🐞

[@brittmccann]

Great gifts!!!!! Good job 👍🏻

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! 🐞🚗💃🏻

[@midlifemom5829]

What clever gift ideas! Im not a van lifer but love your channel! Happy Holidays!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! Glad you enjoy the channel. ♥️🐞♥️

[@AshJae]

These are all such great ideas! 💡 thank you 😃

[@LadyBugout]

I’m glad you like them Ashley! It’s almost a year since I made that video and I still have and use all of the items… so I can even attest to their durability 😜

[@Wayman_Simmang]

Great Ideas and so useful! Thx

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Wayman! I always like sharing my favorites.☺️

[@vanofgold1029]

Great list. Thank you for sharing 🤩👍🏾

[@LadyBugout]

My pleasure Elam☺️

[@angeladawn805]

What a lovely idea: really well thought out, and, as ever, beautifully presented :)

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Angela. I appreciate the encouragement!☺️

[@peggyoconnell4755]

Happy Birthday!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Peggy!

[@deborahb3707]

Thanks for the info.

[@LadyBugout]

My pleasure! 🐞🚗🐞

[@stevesidare2493]

Cool stuff. I bookmarked a few.

[@LadyBugout]

Nice!!! Yep, I love sharing my favs☺️☺️☺️

[@darlenestout7548]

Great ideas. Merry Christmas 🤶 🎄

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. Merry Christmas🎄🎁🎄

[@judyb2425]

One of my favorite.

[@LadyBugout]

Aww thanks 🎄

[@Myyt6908]

great ideas. The jacket you are wearing is adorable on you, nice color!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Maribeth! I figured I’d stick with red😛

[@LorE_aka-midwestmemaw8555]

I was wondering about the bamboo paper towels! Thanks for the information!!

[@LadyBugout]

You are very welcome☺️

[@deniseengeln7807]

Just bought 3 of them and added a few more to my wishlist. Thanks!

[@LadyBugout]

You are welcome, Denise!

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

I only watch these for the Beautiful Facial Expressions !

[@LadyBugout]

😂😝😜🤪😎

[@Rama-Vana]

One more interesting episode, I love all the gadgets you showed us, these really come in handy & within budget... Love your channel & information you share with us... Stay safe and keep rocking... Respect from India 🇮🇳... Also, Happy Christmas in advance ☃️🌲

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! That is encouraging to hear☺️

[@ThriftyAngela]

Really great list of products. These are all really great for van living. Thanks for sharing! 😃👍

[@LadyBugout]

I enjoy sharing my favs ☺️☺️☺️

[@circumtrektion]

Thanks for sharing! The cup holder looks like it might be useful for my little van.

[@LadyBugout]

Nice!!! It works well. They have these little stick on tabs to adjust to fit whatever cup holder you have so it is sturdy and doesn’t move at all.

[@tinabeane]

Some really nifty items I've not heard of before, thanks!

[@LadyBugout]

Glad to give some new ideas☺️

[@categabrielspiritual]

I love your channel. You give great advice, great tips, and you are so genuine. You are beautiful inside and out friend 🥰💯

[@LadyBugout]

What a kind thing to say Cate! Thank you ♥️🐞♥️

[@coralieofjumpwithnofear]

That was a fantastic list of really great products. Another excellent video. 😊

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Coralie!☺️

[@careylarsen2227]

I am able to buy the Bamboo Towels for $4.00 CDN. In Canada, of course, at the popular discount store, Dollarama. It’s 20 sheets, which like they say, is the equivalent of 60 regular paper towels. I find that they work great for cleaning, drying, using as a counter/table mat, etc.

[@LadyBugout]

Nice!!!

[@pamgypsyaries8049]

Thank you for sharing these! I love the idea of bamboo towels…. That’s fantastic.. and the phone holder ! Well…. Everything, lol!

[@LadyBugout]

😂 I know… right?!? I love all of them☺️

[@pamgypsyaries8049]

@@LadyBugout I am definitely getting the towels and phone holder

[@MSJ12333]

I got the ice scraper from your recommendation . Thank you 😊

[@LadyBugout]

It works really well! ☺️

[@paulampaquette]

Thank you! Thank you! for your KZbin videos!! So helpful and so enjoyable.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Paula! I’m glad you enjoy them🐞💃🏻🚗

[@chrisp7652]

Great video. Great tips. I will be purchasing some of these items! Thanks Dee!

[@LadyBugout]

Awww thanks ☺️ you are awesome!!!

[@chrisp7652]

@@LadyBugout …says the pot to the kettle!

[@peggyandthegreenfamily5469]

Wow as usual great Video and gifts of your choice. The scenery looked great oh so want to paint areas like these, such beautiful scenery as the beauty in you always smiling and fun loving s pleasure to watch, would love to see a full video of the scenery, but you do what you enjoy still love the short bits. best wishes Ken xxx

[@LadyBugout]

The area I was in is a beautiful spot in Missouri. Incredible beauty. I intend to show more. Hard to capture it all in a way that makes sense though. Thanks for encouraging me☺️

[@carmenmartinez2882]

The little blanket/poncho was sold out but I got a similar one and I loved it so much I got a second one, great for sitting by the fire in a cold camping night. Love the lamp too for when I get my van, for the time being is tent camping for me. Thanks a lot for your suggestions, they rock!

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks Carmen! Glad you found one that you love!!! Have fun and safe travels ☺️

[@alm4630]

Pretty handy dandy stuff their D..love the nature to

[@LadyBugout]

Well thank you! I have been to so many beautiful places, I have to find some way to get it in there☺️

[@dawnr714]

Thanks! I got my hub the handwarmers!

[@LadyBugout]

Oh nice!! Hope he loves them ☺️