Vanlife: DIY Folding Bed in a Tiny Ford Connect

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks so much for watching! Please feel free to comment or ask any questions below and I’ll try to cover those topics in future videos🥰

[@ExploringTheWestCoast]

I'll be in touch!

[@brendabergin5030]

Could you give me name of pillow brand pls. Thank you for your video. Brenda/Ireland

[@joanietravel9125]

you are a natural at this video channel!!

[@georgewestbrook1681]

you are an inspiration ✌️🤠

[@LadyBugout]

@@brendabergin5030 This is the link: voited.com (also, so sorry the reply took so long…it did not show up. I think comments that are under other comments are not directly given to me. I just happened on it, as I was replying to another comment.) Hope this is still useful information♥️🐞♥️

[@jefft1651]

Have seen many many builds...your layout design is most unique, and very efficient use of space; with rom for social coziness to boot...very impressive!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you very much! I’m glad you like it💪🏼💃🏻🚗

[@hfortenberry]

She is so adorable!

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks 🚗🐞💃🏻

[@WhiteTulip22]

I thought that too! So happy, positive, and cute. I just found her. I follow two other ladies that do this also.

[@DaveM-FFB]

Oh snap! I love that blanket that converts into a pillow.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes! It is very warm as well. Well worth the price!

[@janineivey03121]

Is this available on Amazon? I’ve really enjoyed your series

[@BrittMFH]

​@@janineivey03121 Google it.

[@carmendarlinseattle]

Saw you on G.L.O.W. Live. Just subscribed. I’m 62, empty nester. Want to do this! Can I just be you??? LOL! So inspiring. Thank you! 🙏🏿💕

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much. You can do this!!!! ☺️🥰

[@davidleigh443]

Carmen Darling Seattle I am 62 and watched Marie and Dee on GLOW 2 days ago. I am very impressed with Dee and all her useful tips. I never thought a small Transit Connect would be livable for full time, but Dee is changing my mind.

[@gloriouslifeonwheels3621]

Wow. I am so impressed. You look like you have been making You Tube videos forever. Great job explaining your brilliant bed idea.

[@LadyBugout]

Awww thank you. I have great support from my brilliant son and daughter!

[@Might45666]

Cool set up. If I didn’t have young kids I would so do this ❤

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you 🤗 Yes, there is a time for everything. It would be very different with small children.

[@adriancaldwell]

Hi it’s Ade from the uk. This channel will be a great success as so many people will relate to you and this will give them (and me) the confidence to get out there!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you, Ade, for the encouraging words. It means a lot to me🥰

[@marieb8502]

Hi :), saw you on GLOW and fell in love with your van. I'm a disabled senior and would love to have such a pretty, homey, functional little van like yours. GLOW is an awesome lady--and I do mean lady. Always excited to find ladies near or far beyond my age group who show me it is possible.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Marie. Yes I love GLOW. I am so glad to hear you are inspired!!!

[@pamreneick464]

You can do it marie! Dee shows us all tge best tiny " home" ive seen no clutter no camper feel ( too much wood in some) go for it marie luxary plus organization

[@Msstrucker74]

Loved the voited pillow…

[@LadyBugout]

It’s a great blanket🤗

[@allancarn7863]

Great design bed couch

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks, I gave it a lot of thought, and tried it different ways. This way made sense for me and leaves a lot of negative space that makes it feel roomier.

[@johnbrady6756]

Hi Dee, drill 1 inch holes with hole cutter battery screwdriver for air flow undereneath.If yo don't you will get black mould because of condensation body heat through mattress to plywood.

[@LadyBugout]

Great idea!

[@matilda2581]

Came from Kevins channel! That's pretty cool and interesting......love your lady🐞 vehicle enjoy..

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you for popping over to check out my channel Matilda☺️

[@petergallagher9327]

Great Job on the pull out Bed and Sofa would like to hear more about the Kitchen build and the Power ? great vids hugs from Chester UK x

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you, Peter! For the cabinet, I used a prefab bathroom cabinet because it was thinner than a normal cabinet and gave me more space. I didn’t put the back on and it fit over the wheel well perfectly. I attached it to van with L brackets and self tapping screws. I use a 500w jackery lithium battery for power and it charges when I am driving. I also have 100w portable solar panel for when I’m stationary for any length of time and need to charge it.

[@kvonahlefeldt]

I have a small van and would like to be able to cook sit and sleep. Your bed is just what I need. Thank you for sharing

[@kimwade6249]

I have some cushion ( pillow’) covers , I took the inner pad out and replaced it with a folded up fleece blanket.... so, cushion during the day but extra blanket at night if needed!

[@LadyBugout]

Yes. Perfect. That’s so cool.

[@baron7024]

Awesome. I have a grand caravan with stow and go seats. I removed them to utilize the space in the floor. With your design I think the bed issue, while having access to the storage, is solved. Thank you and keep sharing.

[@LadyBugout]

Nice! Glad it was helpful☺️

[@iluvmetoo1]

Baron did you do this? how did it work for you?

[@baron7024]

@@iluvmetoo1 No. Project is on hold until I decide if I'm keeping van Transmission issues.

[@gudfarfar]

I came across your van on Bob's channel and it looks interesting. Another one to binge watch. lol. Btw, we live in Norway. Have a delightful New Year.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much. I’m glad you are enjoying the channel😊 Yay Norway🇳🇴 Happy New Year🎉🥳💃🏻

[@bestboomer2573]

You are an inspiration! Impressed you did this yourself!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. Took a while to figure out what I wanted, but once I knew the how became a little easier 🤗

[@kalenagy]

nice combo bed

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Karen!

[@JesusReyes-yf6wz]

Chévere tremenda idea no sabía que se podía vivir en una guagua pequeña

[@LadyBugout]

Gracias. ☺️

[@debbiehawk-payne8507]

Hi 💃🐞 Your bed design is genius! ❤️ it ! Ty for sharing your tiny home , your decision & your design ! Stay safe/ Be Happy & I'll see you on the next video! 👍🤗🙂

[@LadyBugout]

It has changed a little from that video, but I love my bed lay out and would not do that any different.

[@bobbycampos6576]

Very cool! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you!☺️🐞💃🏻

[@dbacreshomestead71]

Well done! Very functional and looks comfy! 😊

[@LadyBugout]

☺️🐞🚗

[@fordenginebuildersv8power184]

Amazing!

[@lhasaapso3360]

Hey there Lady B. Saw your set up on another channel. Love your upbeat personality and creativity. No I dont want to leave my bed down 24/7 either. Happy trails. ❤

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! I appreciate the encouragement☺️

[@jill6477]

love the bed! looks so cozy.

[@LadyBugout]

It is!!! Thanks for watching, Jill.

[@tracioceanfire7773]

Beautiful, easy set up. Good job!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Traci!

[@ExploringTheWestCoast]

Hello, New Subscriber Here! Found you through Van Life With Gina! Great, Easy no-build build! Smart layout!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you for watching! Looking you up right now🤗

[@LaughingGravy.01]

You're so incredibly practical! You seem to have room for everything you need. Quite a feat in such a small van and I know from my own experiences with a bigger one. I was wondering about your bed...I'm happy for you that it's bigger than I expected! What a great channel Dee. Thanks so much and happy travels

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you David! I appreciate your feedback☺️

[@sonya2852]

Oh wow love that pillow/blanket!! Another great video. Thanks!

[@LadyBugout]

Best purchase I made. I like them because they can snap together if you purchase more than one. So I’ll be saving up for that!

[@yolandquinn3985]

Where do you find the pillow/blanket?

[@crosscountrynomad]

Hi Dee, thanks for your videos. I have been a nomad for 2 years in a Prius, but when it finally dies, I am thinking about upgrading to a Transit Connect. Love your well thought out low-tech solutions and I will probably use a lot of your ideas in my van build :-)

[@LadyBugout]

Nice! I was actually looking at Prius options before the transit because I liked that they are basically batteries on wheels😝. But I love my little transit connect. Decent gas mileage-not as great as a Prius, but really good for a tiny van! Look forward to seeing your build some day.

[@lordy7933]

🚗 zoom zoom luv your build 🚘

[@LadyBugout]

☺️

[@mariemills8337]

I saw you when Bob Wells interviewed you. You are such an upbeat person that I liked you immediately. Thanks for demonstrating your bed. You claim not to be a carpenter, but you are certainly quite clever. Thanks for sharing your ideas. I am interested in how you set up your kitchen and how you use it. How do you make coffee? Marie from South Carolina.

[@LadyBugout]

In this video, you’ll see a bit more how I cook and make coffee and clean up: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYqppJyfbaaqm6s

[@jackvoss5841]

Your stories of travels are interesting; you make sense. My vagabond spirit comes out in one to two week stints, and then I want to be back home again. There are enough duties and activities here - both in the community and in the house - to almost keep me out of trouble. I go camping in canoe or kayak, or on motorcycle to do some vagabonding. You’re sure welcome to stop by for a visit during your roaming. Michigan has 2 or 3 interesting areas to see. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

[@kareng2184]

So glad you started a channel! Saw your tour on GLOW's channel and really liked your set up. Hope you continue to make video's when you're traveling in your van.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Karen!🥰

[@calialcala1750]

You know how you do something that may not feel like something well this is to me just genius great job hope your enjoying life in the van

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much. That means a lot to me☺️

[@margaloone7970]

This was interesting. Thanks for the video. I am buying the pillow/blankets and I don’t even have a van! They have so many uses.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes they do☺️

[@cm2270]

Brilliant

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Abe!☺️🐞🚗

[@minimutt1408]

This is exactly what I've been thinking of doing so my dog would have a bench while I was driving and with a fold up bed (I have an Ikea bed from years ago that gave me the idea. It's great to see that it actually works and gives some space to relax it. Thank you for posting this!

[@LadyBugout]

So glad you found it helpful :)

[@susanadam6094]

Seconds in and am liking you and yes I pressed that subscribed button 😃🥰👍

[@LadyBugout]

You’re the best!!! Thank you so much.🥰

[@Zeldagirl64]

Like your setup Lady! I would fall out the door 😊. Nice van etc, new to your channel!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Kathy! Hahaha you’d be surprised... I had four people around with a table between us and it was very comfy-maybe a little cozy😝but comfy🤗

[@sabrinasmith8977]

Wow that's a cute layout 😍😍😍👌, hope u stay safe 💙💙💙

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you for watching, Sabrina. I am literally sitting here organizing questions from comments to address next time and have yours as #2🤗

[@sabrinasmith8977]

@@LadyBugout that's nice from u 🤗 thx.

[@johndemusiak6842]

Hi Dee, You call it a bed but it is so much more. It's a successful "exercise" in conceptional engineering, it's an "exercise" in assembly, disassembly, cardiovascular maintenance, and communication. Best of luck with your new career. I liked the video.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you John! It was definitely exercise😝 Thanks for your encouragement♥️🐞♥️

[@ShalomOnTheRoam]

Love your van! Nice bed setup!!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. Your videos are so FUN!!!

[@estherstephens1858]

Wow, I first saw you and your van during the video with Ms. GLOW but I’m here now after watching Ms. GLOW with your “partner in crime”. 🤣🤣 I’m glad you mentioned your height when you “opened” your bed. I’m only 5’!!! The bed is more than plenty of space for me. Also, youngsters may not understand “wishy washy” @ 5:55. 🤣🤣🤣🤣. Why did I laugh so hard at that part?

[@LadyBugout]

Hahahah yes we all had a good laugh at wishy washy 😂

[@X31-k9b]

Good luck to yOu on your new venture.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much!

[@pamgypsyaries8049]

Yay! Cool! Now make us some more great videos!!!💙

[@LadyBugout]

On it🤗!!!!

[@pamgypsyaries8049]

@@LadyBugout alrighty!!

[@theresamcpherson3736]

Great job!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@edwizard62]

Great idea. Love love love it. Ford connect has enough room. And you're adorable too.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes! And thank you☺️

[@nickimorelli9991]

I just found this channel after watching a ton of van life / cheaprvliving videos. Cozy set up. But I was surprised to see you not only get in the van with your shoes on, but on your bed as well. Very relaxed approach. I have to go back now & watch the tour.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Nicki. Glad you found the channel-welcome!!!

[@TheLisaDeesDelightsShow]

Hi Dee! I came here from the live earlier to show you support. Love the video!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! And thanks for your participation on her channel. Love your comments.

[@offairhead]

6:04 hearing how winded you are just making and unmaking your bed confirms my decision that I need a fixed bed.

[@LadyBugout]

👍🏼 I did make and unmake it about 6 times to film it all😝

[@tangerineloft1148]

This is a brilliant conversion. I have bookmarked and watched multiple times. Can you show a closeup of the side rails? I'm not sure I understand that part.

[@LadyBugout]

I go a little more in depth about that in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/maLalqise6tohtk (at around time stamp 4:00). Hope it helps. Let me know if you have more questions after watching.☺️

[@GinaKayLandis]

You are delightful!! I have watched several of your videos, and this one a few times. The couch/bed might be the perfect solution for my needs ! As a couch and bench while working (instead of writing up an offer on a house for a client while sitting on a park bench as rain clouds roll in)! 🙄 OR as a couch OR bed while traveling! I usually can only drive for 2 hours before needing a quick nap! Looking forward to getting a van or Connect for both work and travel purposes, so many thanks for sharing your ingenious setup! 💖

[@LadyBugout]

You are so welcome, Gina! Glad they have been helpful 😊

[@lucyl.4356]

I love your setup!!!! Perfect .... makes it seem achievable. Thank you for sharing. Love that Voided brand pillow/blanket, what a great idea.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. So glad you found it helpful!

[@charlottewilson4680]

Came from GLOW. Great Bed.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! GLOWBIES are the best🥰

[@pageroo9644]

Hmm.. So I guess nooky is out of the question on this bed. 😂

[@darmatm9416]

Amazing set up. I’m looking to make a sofa bed in my SUV. I don’t have the height you do. Can you tell me what the height of the sofa is from the floor to the seat. And the legs are those the 4” legs you used. I figured about 14”??. This is with legs and the cushions. Which would give me about 21” of headroom to sit on it. Ouch trying to figure out a build for Honda CRV. Great video

[@LadyBugout]

Hello🖐🏻 The legs on the platform are 8” tall, so the bed is 8” from the floor and the mat, when it is folded into couch mode is probably 5” or 6”. So, seat is 13” to 14” above the floor. Hope that helps☺️

[@freedomphilsgood2007]

Great video. I really appreciate your sharing your build and details with us. 🇺🇸🙏🏽🇺🇸

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. Glad it is helpful!

[@rachelburbidge4450]

Love the bed ..so glad you have made this, look forward to seeing more ..😊

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much, Rachel. I am really looking forward to it too. So grateful for the community that Carol has built.

[@TravelGrandma]

Thanks for doing this video. Looks so simple to construct.

[@LadyBugout]

You found it🤗

[@annemoefaauo7055]

Great problem-solving to address the design of your bed. Looks so cozy and you are right, if you make your bed every day anyway, no need to leave it in bed mode all day. Great tips. Thank you.😊👍

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Anne!

[@alexanderweaver4838]

Aloha, Lady Bugout! Mahalo for so many hacks and tips you've provided. I need to replace my Coleman camp cot for a more rigid bed so that during the day it will serve as a couch. The cot is very comfortable to sleep on but rather unwieldy as a couch. It's too low, has no rigidity and rising from it I need to grab a handhold on the opposite van wall. Your bed set up gave me an idea how I want mine and that will include drawers underneath for gear storage. Presently I store gear in duffle bags shoved under the cot. It's not messy but my OCD needs satisfaction :) I love the convertible pillows, too, and will research the Voited website. Have a wonderful day!

[@LadyBugout]

I’m so happy you are getting ideas for your van. I watched so many videos so it’s nice to know mine are useful😜

[@debbieeames5232]

Thank you. I am wondering whether to have a fixed bed or one like yours. I worry about your breathlessness. Could be heart issues. Deb from Oz

[@LadyBugout]

If you have room for fixed bed that is ideal. But I needed the negative space. No heart problems. Just had taken the bed up and down several times while filming and never stopped to settle before hopping into it.☺️

[@longhairmullet]

Wow you’re 5’8” i thought you were small in stature to fit in that connect. Seats are so low, I thought I myself wouldn’t be as comfortable and would require me to crouch or scrunch up legs while on a bench or bed so low. Great design,great layout. I will look into those items used for bed AND THOSE PILLOWS! Love those options.

[@LadyBugout]

I have two sons-in-law who are over 6 foot and they sit comfortably in the van as well. It feels so much more spacious than it is. it is definitely more a one person camper- but I even went on a week long trip with her and we both slept comfortably too😜

[@GregDinAZ]

Hi, I saw your van tour on Bob Wells channel and 30mpg and front-wheel drive is very appealing. 🙂 In your opinion, do you think someone who is 6’2” could stretch out fully on that bed?…maybe with the seats pulled forward? 😁

[@LadyBugout]

With the seats pulled forward for sure… the floor is 6’ but there is about 5-7 inches behind the seat that I kept as storage space. You could potentially build out further. Hope that helps😝

[@GregDinAZ]

@@LadyBugout thanks for your quick reply Dee…this helps very much! 🙂❤️

[@monnaprovost7294]

Hi Dee, I enjoyed both videos & look forward to more. I checked out your links too. There are several items I’m interested in but I really need to use what I have first bc I’m giving up living in sticks&bricks for a while so no buying furniture or new blankets even tho they make pillows & have fleece which I love, love, love... so warm too. I’m actually going to buy a 24” chaise cushion from a local store & test it out on the floor of my minivan first. Your bed at 40” wide is too wide for my minivan which is no more than 48” wide BUT I found a few other floor chairs that make beds about 20-24” wide. I like the idea of the “convertible” bed so it’s a chair by day. I’m going to look at the GLOW live video now to hear some more good stuff from you. Safe travels, Mo in NJ

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much for watching! Yes, I get it. I think it’s wise to try things out and see what works for your space. There have been many things I get and return because I find they just didn’t work well with the space I have. Excited for your new adventure. Keep me posted!

[@elisesailsscotland6102]

Came across you recently as I'm thinking of converting a Ford transit van and I fell in love with your channel. Can I ask if Ladybug is a short wheel or a long wheel base Ford Transit van? Love the homemade bed and the Voited cushions that convert to a blanket; genius! Thank you for all your awesome tips.

[@LadyBugout]

Hi Elise! It is a short wheel base. Thanks for watching ☺️

[@elisesailsscotland6102]

@@LadyBugout thank you, that's incredible to see that you have so much space in the SWB. You're so inspiring. Thank you for such wonderfully fun and informative videos. ☺️🌻

[@GriswoldFamilyVacay]

Hey hey ! New friend here coming over from G.L.O.W. . Looking forward to following your journey.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you so much! I love her channel. I’ll look ya’ll up too!

[@julg3354]

Awww, Quillows (combo quilt pillows)! Such memories. 😃 Those have been around for generations. ❤ it.

[@LadyBugout]

Nice!

[@janvan4424]

Quillows... what a cute name for the quilt pillow combo! 😁

[@sergiom3097]

love your place Dee. very nice and comfy. how long do you stay in a place where you park? do you drive around often or not? happy camper days! :D

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks Sergio! I move about every four days.

[@estrellanoche214]

Hi Dee, can you make a video with a work schedule of the bed. I understand how you unfold it but would like to know if you have made it .Greetings from Holland

[@LadyBugout]

Yes. I am hoping to do some this summer. I had not thought of filming the conversion because I hadn’t originally thought I would be doing a KZbin channel😜 So I have to do it in reverse.🤗

[@mkmaclennan269]

Poor thing, that looks so complicated. Bless your back and knees 🙂

[@LadyBugout]

Not complicated at all! Thanks for watching☺️

[@mkmaclennan269]

@@LadyBugout maybe I am just projecting my back and knees into your home and anticipating the pain that I feel when stooping and bending. I’m glad that your home works for your needs.

[@barrywatler7482]

Recently saw your tour with GLOW, I like the smaller van conversations amazing what can be done in small spaces, thanks for sharing stay safe cheers from Australia 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you Barry! Yes, I watched so many different small van builds and was inspired.

[@Wayman_Simmang]

Good low tech bed. Great ideas as usual Dee! Love the pillow/sleeping blanket. Who makes that pillow that has the zipper?

[@LadyBugout]

Thanks Wayman! The pillow is made by a company called voited: voited.com/

[@Wayman_Simmang]

@@LadyBugout Thanks so much!

[@lakshay298]

Mam ❤️ I fell in love with your van . Can you tell me the price of it including the van 🙂🙂

[@LadyBugout]

The van itself was $5995. The build interior was roughly $1600. Hope that helps☺️

[@lakshay298]

@@LadyBugout thank u mam. ❤️

[@doubled5037]

Hi, What’s the stickers meaning“ Iam for you”? Great hacks. Thanks for sharing!

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you! The magnet "I am for you" is from a friend. It reminds me that I am loved and that others have my back when I need it.

[@rubykoc]

Thanks for saying how tall you are - I've been trying to figure out if I would fit length wise at 5 '9

[@LadyBugout]

Yes, you would! 🐞💃🏻🚗

[@Yogijoflow]

Love your blanket ‘ but they don’t deliver in Canada, sooo sadddd! I wrote to them, hoping they will one day... Great channel, you’re very charming! How do you the coverings of you windows? Wood, shelve etc?

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you, Joanne! Darn, about the blanket. I know they are a smaller company. I have some info on the window coverings in the Q&A video. But I’ve had lots of questions so I may go into more detail in another☺️

[@martykong3592]

Thanks much for great share, video and ideas! Makes so much sense in a smaller space, and very well done! All the BEST to yo and hope to get another Van soon. Cheers! :)

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you, Marty. Glad you like☺️

[@GoogleUser-qz5zv]

“This”, “thing” - you move so fast, I don’t know to what you are referring sometimes; “has a lip as you can see” - no, I can’t; “then it folds like this” - but you don’t show how the mattress folds into a sofa. You have so many clever solutions and your build is really awesome, but I would not be able to replicate what you have done by watching your videos. Move slower; give more closeups - slower ones; slower speech; more detail. What is the metal “thing” on the edge of the bed and how/why was it attached? What is the metal bar, where did you get it, why is it there, and how is it attached? Imagine that we are newbies and have never built anything. What is obvious to you is not always so, at least to me. I subscribed because your build is so good that I seriously want to duplicate it. Bravo! Just please slow down, more detail about process, and more closeups - and longer closeups.

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you for watching and for your suggestions.

[@montialarson]

That sounds like a you problem. 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@juliannetaylor9989]

I just rewatch and pause. I also will screenshot a part of the video and enlarge for detail. I've also been known to open the description box, scroll down to look for links. Click the links and get more details on the items.

[@offairhead]

I watched in 2x speed and I knew exactly what she was talking about the first time through, even in 2x she wasn’t too fast for me,…. You just have to pay attention; she explains what is where before she shows how it works.

[@debbieeames5232]

Hi Lady. So glad that you are well. This van is looking a lot like what I’m aiming for including the bed and the toilet, and the shower is brilliant! Deb from Oz

[@LadyBugout]

Hi Deb! So glad these are helpful for you. I’m excited for you to build out your van. 🙌🏻 I have really enjoyed the set up. It works well.

[@BlackDogDesigns]

Love your channel and all your videos, thanks for sharing.

[@LadyBugout]

I really appreciate the encouragement! Thank you☺️

[@Petelaosound]

Perfect once I get it I will show you lol 40x60 plus 10 When laid down it’s 40x70 cool 😎

[@LadyBugout]

Nice! Yep, it works very well☺️

[@terrigrazor7987]

Meant to say 12" cabinet plus the 40" for bed! Sorry!

[@joedill8162]

New subscriber, awesome what is the folding pad and where was it available?

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you, Joe, and welcome to the channel! I thought the link was in the description. If not, here: www.amazon.com/Merax-PP036318AAA-Foldable-Living-Bedroom/dp/B0749HK952/ref=sr_1_25?dchild=1&keywords=floor+sofa&qid=1615074199&s=furniture&sr=1-25#

[@bimamanda7625]

Love that I found your personal channel! Saw the van tour a couple of months ago when I was scouting for ideas for my own transit connect. Really nice video ☺️

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. Hope it is helpful!

[@samidurmaz3898]

Çok güzel kendi karavanım için de böyle bir yatak uygulaması yapacağım..Teşekkürler..

[@LadyBugout]

Başarabildiğine çok sevindim. Izlediğiniz için teşekkürler!

[@chevelleburke7252]

Just found your chan love it i will ad it to van life foresty forest and others very smart and pretty good luck God Bless 👍

[@LadyBugout]

I am honored! I love forestry forest ☺️. Welcome to the channel!

[@mumhughes4591]

Hello Dee.. I'm having great trouble finding your sleeping mat. I've looked on Amazon and ebay UK. Nothing comes up for papami. Tatami sleeping mats look nothing like yours. Please could you give more specific info on how to purchase one? I'd be very grateful. Thank you.

[@LadyBugout]

There is a link for the mat in the description for Amazon. I call it a tatami because that is what I was looking for when I found the one I have. It does have more of a futon type filling than anything, but you are correct- it is not a true tatami mat. Here’s the link-amzn.to/2RwqlL4

[@dennisverville7076]

Your such a creative, stylish lady, keep smiling.😁✌️

[@LadyBugout]

Hey Dennis! Thank you for your kind words.

[@ekdaufin1485]

Really smart! Would have loved a full tour of how she lives in the van. Thank you.

[@LadyBugout]

There is a tour that just came out😊

[@arlenekufchock1394]

Wonderful! You mentioned 2 gliders would be better than 1, would you please show close up photo of gliders? Or if they are a product, a link to it? Or did you make wood slides and cover with slick material? Thanks!

[@LadyBugout]

Hi Arlene, that video was the second video I made and things have changed quite a bit. If you’re interested in what’s new you can check it out here: Van Tour | Amazing DIY Van Conversion--Minimal, Functional, Affordable, Comfortable kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5nId2qdjdCnjM0

[@susans7091]

I just watched your video where you said you changed your bed. So I am a bit confused as to how it is now in Mid February?

[@LadyBugout]

I originally had my bed lengthwise-when I first had my van-before I started my channel.

[@ulrikajonsson2199]

Love the van! I am wondering about the backrest when it's in sofa mode? Are you just proping it up against the back door or what is happening there? 😊

[@LadyBugout]

Thank you. The mat has a clicking mechanism - one of the reasons I like it because I don’t need extra plywood to prop it up.

[@geraldmerkel7145]

Yo Dee, I have already pulled up the site for the pillow blankets oh yeah I will be making a purchase. I am exploring your mattress choice still have not made up my mind but thank you for the info. Hello again from Mid Michigan

[@LadyBugout]

Hello Gerald! That’s great. Both work very well for me. Hope they work for you too🐞🎄🚗♥️

[@ag0nii]

Jesus christ! slow down! =D you will pass out for hyperventilating =D Take a deep breath and calm down =)

[@LadyBugout]

Yep! Thanks

[@eldino]

Companies should do these kind of small vans for singles. They would sell like hotcakes if sold under 20k euros!

[@LadyBugout]

I know right?!?! Simply the best🤗

[@QAsession]

Your bed is nice. However, it is not a tatami mat (tatami mats are straw mats used for flooring in Japan). What you have is a futon. A Japanese mattress meant to be placed on top of a tatami mat for sleeping. It is foldable. Japanese hang it from their balconies so they can get sun in the mornings and rhen bring it inside and put it away in a linen closet 😊. Love your build. Looks cozy.

[@LadyBugout]

Yes, I was searching for tatami when I found mine, that’s why I call it that. Mine is not a futon either. It’s comfortable though. That’s the point 😜