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  • Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
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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 RUclips 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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Комментарии • 540

  • @squarepegfb
    @squarepegfb 6 месяцев назад +123

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

  • @kristinrush
    @kristinrush 2 месяца назад +3

    So many people use the shiny epoxy on their live-edge that I started to think that was a requirement and began to dislike it. So relieved to see someone leave the live-edge natural! It's so beautiful and I love it again!

    • @AlexasArtRoom
      @AlexasArtRoom Месяц назад +1

      Thank you!! I loveeee my counter top!

  • @cherylfisk7698
    @cherylfisk7698 6 месяцев назад +180

    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. 👍

  • @barblynch4065
    @barblynch4065 6 месяцев назад +3

    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!!

  • @brendaschoonover245
    @brendaschoonover245 4 месяца назад +3

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

  • @bettertvreceptionwithfoilf7100
    @bettertvreceptionwithfoilf7100 6 месяцев назад +22

    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.

  • @AngeliqueSims-u5x
    @AngeliqueSims-u5x 4 месяца назад +2

    Transforming the dresser to sing /range was brilliant. It's beautifully unique;

  • @sylviajones4907
    @sylviajones4907 6 месяцев назад +4

    Loved this build. Great job. Dads are diamonds!

  • @Spike-xv1ts
    @Spike-xv1ts 3 месяца назад +1

    Im so Impressed by her, not just the Bus just everything around her, what an amazing person to walk this planet ^^

  • @BernadetteWillis-f5p
    @BernadetteWillis-f5p 6 месяцев назад +3

    I love it and the colors, be you fun
    and FREE

  • @lorenl9262
    @lorenl9262 23 дня назад +2

    Congratulations on such a wonderful build with a lot of unique flare :)- Kudos!!

  • @DERRICKLEONIDAS365
    @DERRICKLEONIDAS365 5 месяцев назад +1

    YOU HIT THE LOTTERY 😊 THATS A COOL CRIB!!!!

  • @burly636
    @burly636 6 месяцев назад +1

    I love it. My favorite of all I have seen! I am a fabric artist and I am jealous 😅. I did that with the buffet in my bathroom as a sink cabinet. Be safe!

  • @ThatPlacefkaNebraskaBugeater
    @ThatPlacefkaNebraskaBugeater 6 месяцев назад +3

    Yes, I loved it. This is the prettiest bus conversion I've seen. I love all the light from the windows & that the bed isn't shoved in the back. The furniture & cabinetry are beautiful. The way you conceal your toilet is clever & pretty as well. The bath tub is adorable. Thank you for sharing your home with us.

  • @judieweisenfeld6110
    @judieweisenfeld6110 16 дней назад +1

    Very special. I’d live in that 🩵

  • @mr2del
    @mr2del 3 месяца назад +1

    I got to hand it to you. I was ready to vote this down, but then I saw the way you stored your commode, and your bathtub is open. IMPRESSIVE!

  • @IslandBuzzy
    @IslandBuzzy 6 месяцев назад +1

    What a great build! I love everything about it! Happy trails to you always ❤

  • @rondagipson2184
    @rondagipson2184 4 месяца назад +1

    Absolutely love this! You have made it so unique!

  • @lindamarie6574
    @lindamarie6574 6 месяцев назад +1

    Adorable!

  • @ProblematicHuman
    @ProblematicHuman 5 месяцев назад +1

    Amazing build

  • @shawnjackson6242
    @shawnjackson6242 2 месяца назад +1

    I 💜 she is a great artist real chill vibe

    • @AlexasArtRoom
      @AlexasArtRoom 2 месяца назад

      Thank you! 🥰💜🙏🏻✨

  • @user-pb3sb3un7n
    @user-pb3sb3un7n 3 месяца назад +1

    Amazing inspiration! Thank you!

  • @mikemontero7415
    @mikemontero7415 Месяц назад +1

    Beautiful ❤

  • @carolynsmith9184
    @carolynsmith9184 6 месяцев назад +1

    Love love love this! Great job!

  • @gracecallowayable
    @gracecallowayable 6 месяцев назад

    Omg!!! Your home is just beautiful!!!👠🚌👠

  • @lindajadams8932
    @lindajadams8932 6 месяцев назад +1

    Love love love!❤

  • @joanswafford8696
    @joanswafford8696 Месяц назад +1

    I love it

  • @dlevibradford73
    @dlevibradford73 6 месяцев назад +1

    Dibs on the engine!

    • @AlexasArtRoom
      @AlexasArtRoom 6 месяцев назад

      Hahaha oh it’s totally yours once I retire her, brother! Hahaa

  • @sandramiller6996
    @sandramiller6996 6 месяцев назад +1

    This is very neat. Are you of the usa? I built a self standing (not attached) box of a very small mini modular, in my garage. My home that is not attached to my garage is over 105 years old. I call this my "tinkerers box. Definitely a learning experience. I'm now working slowly on a small not attached greenhouse on the side of my house. I'm still debating whether I will leave it there for the winter or move it in to the garage. I would have liked to have found a small bus like yours. It would go good with my teaching degree.

    • @AlexasArtRoom
      @AlexasArtRoom 6 месяцев назад

      Yes! Currently living in FL!

  • @TheSkyHive
    @TheSkyHive 4 месяца назад +1

    I live in WV and in late APRIL I was headed toward Beckley,WV.....I could swear I saw this exact bus parked along the road. It was def the same color! Wonder if it was her?

    • @AlexasArtRoom
      @AlexasArtRoom 4 месяца назад

      It was not me! I haven’t been north of GA with her yet! Only in GA and FL so far!

  • @RoseMarr-j6j
    @RoseMarr-j6j 3 месяца назад +1

    ❤❤❤

  • @karenthomas9009
    @karenthomas9009 6 месяцев назад +1

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊

  • @cryptogee172
    @cryptogee172 5 месяцев назад +1

    👏

  • @marcielynn4886
    @marcielynn4886 4 месяца назад +1

    Beats living in a car.

  • @lillyvlangas485
    @lillyvlangas485 4 месяца назад +1

    I need to know, is that panting you’re doing supposed to be Jannette McCurdy? If not it looks exactly like her lol!

    • @AlexasArtRoom
      @AlexasArtRoom 4 месяца назад

      Hahaha. It is not her. It is me. 😊

  • @nextplanet7100
    @nextplanet7100 5 месяцев назад

    Are you from Kentucky?

  • @starveartist
    @starveartist 6 месяцев назад +201

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

    • @alspaughstaci
      @alspaughstaci 6 месяцев назад +3

      Everything blends in ,it's beautiful

  • @rouseyournicholls
    @rouseyournicholls 6 месяцев назад +1

    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @bonnieb.8040
    @bonnieb.8040 6 месяцев назад +96

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

  • @hollyvick181
    @hollyvick181 6 месяцев назад +65

    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
      @NecroOver 5 месяцев назад +1

      "Down to earth" is wierd term in here.

  • @ShahdSarmd
    @ShahdSarmd 6 месяцев назад +67

    Finally not over priced complicated build than you

  • @danawatts3479
    @danawatts3479 6 месяцев назад +44

    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

  • @dakotacoren6936
    @dakotacoren6936 6 месяцев назад +82

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

  • @sheilabradford2448
    @sheilabradford2448 6 месяцев назад +11

    Omg!! Im so proud of my beautiful baby girl!! Ur such an inspiration to everyone! I love you so much!!❤❤ Mommy

  • @kamilapos1481
    @kamilapos1481 6 месяцев назад +51

    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 🩵

  • @rachaelharris8611
    @rachaelharris8611 6 месяцев назад +54

    Alexa and her bus are just precious!!

    • @bethschenk2851
      @bethschenk2851 6 месяцев назад +4

      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!!

  • @raingoddessinmoonrise
    @raingoddessinmoonrise 6 месяцев назад +33

    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
      @AlexasArtRoom 6 месяцев назад +5

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

    • @raingoddessinmoonrise
      @raingoddessinmoonrise 6 месяцев назад +2

      Yayyyy! Consider yourself adopted! Big love!

    • @amyralls6218
      @amyralls6218 6 месяцев назад +1

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

    • @MelanatednNature
      @MelanatednNature 6 месяцев назад

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

  • @PenPalJohn
    @PenPalJohn 3 месяца назад +12

    This girl is awesome. She’s so clear on what she wants. Goes against the norms and is so creative. She has made a perfectly lovely home. I love the idea of no walls. Such a special person and bus home!

  • @wyrdadventures
    @wyrdadventures 6 месяцев назад +14

    Beautiful! Wouldn't change a thing!

  • @taliahnorwood4773
    @taliahnorwood4773 6 месяцев назад +13

    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!👏

  • @alicerafferty9595
    @alicerafferty9595 6 месяцев назад +4

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

  • @Rlaplante73
    @Rlaplante73 6 месяцев назад +9

    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!

  • @robertwatkins364
    @robertwatkins364 6 месяцев назад +4

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

    • @AlexasArtRoom
      @AlexasArtRoom 6 месяцев назад +2

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

  • @rogertemple7193
    @rogertemple7193 6 месяцев назад +10

    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.🇺🇲👋🚌🚌👋🇺🇲

  • @marykoch1666
    @marykoch1666 6 месяцев назад +8

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

  • @einzgeisha
    @einzgeisha 6 месяцев назад +8

    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!)

  • @widowswatch6610
    @widowswatch6610 6 месяцев назад +5

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

  • @carolynek1875
    @carolynek1875 6 месяцев назад +3

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

  • @craftingwithcharm7665
    @craftingwithcharm7665 6 месяцев назад +6

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

  • @smithywick
    @smithywick 6 месяцев назад +4

    Absolutely beautiful 👌 a totally amazing build 🙌❤️🙌

  • @shadowsmirk
    @shadowsmirk 6 месяцев назад +14

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

  • @cynthiakammann7368
    @cynthiakammann7368 6 месяцев назад +4

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

  • @RestorationRanchHealing
    @RestorationRanchHealing 6 месяцев назад +3

    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 -

  • @l.e.phillips
    @l.e.phillips 6 месяцев назад +7

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

  • @rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs
    @rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs 6 месяцев назад +4

    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.❤❤❤❤❤

  • @laryssawolansky3782
    @laryssawolansky3782 4 месяца назад +6

    You and your bus are just lovely!! I mean that in the deepest sense of the word. For some reason, I feel deeply moved by the space you have created. It feels like you, who you are, has been projected or sent out into this beautiful space you call your home. Thank you for sharing this.

    • @AlexasArtRoom
      @AlexasArtRoom 4 месяца назад +1

      Wow, thank you so much 🥹🥹✨💜

  • @yvettechristensen8315
    @yvettechristensen8315 6 месяцев назад +4

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

  • @DNLDVID
    @DNLDVID 6 месяцев назад +3

    Love it! Your creativity is inspiring!

  • @d12tu68
    @d12tu68 6 месяцев назад +3

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

  • @campervancalvin4138
    @campervancalvin4138 6 месяцев назад +3

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

  • @marciaburrows7070
    @marciaburrows7070 6 месяцев назад +3

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

  • @nicolaholland1
    @nicolaholland1 6 месяцев назад +5

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

  • @emcdus685
    @emcdus685 6 месяцев назад +6

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

  • @michellel6596
    @michellel6596 6 месяцев назад +3

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

  • @milliealford8968
    @milliealford8968 6 месяцев назад +3

    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.

  • @rebeccakaminski8967
    @rebeccakaminski8967 6 месяцев назад +3

    Loved your home on wheels. beautiful and cozy.

  • @rhondapowell4139
    @rhondapowell4139 5 месяцев назад +5

    My Dad left his bus to me. Unfortunately I wasn't able to finish what we started. We, well the whole family, are artists. Dad wanted to travel around doing what we do and like I said it never got finished and too much life happened and I couldn't keep it. I hope to one day fulfill our dream and do it. Loving your work too.

    • @AlexasArtRoom
      @AlexasArtRoom 5 месяцев назад +2

      I hope you can fulfill that dream too! Best of luck to you!

    • @Littlemissdirtbag
      @Littlemissdirtbag 2 месяца назад

      That must hurt your heart to imagine that for the rest of your life, you blew your dad's happiness away. Basically it was your dad's project for you not to be able to do anything with it after he died. Hopefully you sold it to a person who can actually appreciate your dad's legacy.

  • @conniereynolds9844
    @conniereynolds9844 6 месяцев назад +2

    CONGRATULATIONS on your Beautiful home and Art studio❤

  • @marciamoore5196
    @marciamoore5196 6 месяцев назад +2

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

  • @tammycruz8189
    @tammycruz8189 6 месяцев назад +3

    Gorgeous Gal n Rig . Safe Travels Always ❤❤

  • @gailesookradge765
    @gailesookradge765 6 месяцев назад +5

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

  • @revekat2053
    @revekat2053 4 месяца назад +4

    I love that you said one life in the current body you are in. I also love your home. 💜

  • @Davinassunflowergarden
    @Davinassunflowergarden 6 месяцев назад +7

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

  • @sandrabradley3703
    @sandrabradley3703 6 месяцев назад +2

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

  • @thereseshine7506
    @thereseshine7506 6 месяцев назад +2

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

  • @amyralls6218
    @amyralls6218 6 месяцев назад +3

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

    • @AlexasArtRoom
      @AlexasArtRoom 6 месяцев назад

      Awww thank you!!! 🤗😊

  • @rosepetal21
    @rosepetal21 6 месяцев назад +2

    Let your tiny house...purple is my favorite color

  • @jansoars4058
    @jansoars4058 6 месяцев назад +4

    You're such a nice person.

  • @kellykersten8828
    @kellykersten8828 4 месяца назад +5

    I really like your bus. And you're right, not having any walls just changes the whole atmosphere.

  • @zomisland03
    @zomisland03 6 месяцев назад +3

    Love the sink cabinet! Very Creative…

  • @TheMimichacha
    @TheMimichacha 6 месяцев назад +3

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

  • @demijour1234
    @demijour1234 2 месяца назад +2

    WOW!!! Love your Bus Camper Home!!!💜💜💜 I love that Window Decal; I think I am going to look for that for my Balcony Door. I already have something there but may want to change it. I love how the idea of the sun shining through and having the rainbow effect. I wish we were able to see your cat, Titus. I love cats and have one myself, my little troublemaker Oscar, lol. 😻

  • @muniondalenewyurk6777
    @muniondalenewyurk6777 4 месяца назад +2

    Beautiful bus home! 👏🏾👏🏾
    Love how eclectic yet comfy decor!
    Alexa thanks for sharing, I know your dad is very proud of you! Safe travels ! 😊❤️😊

  • @amyd1549
    @amyd1549 6 месяцев назад +5

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

  • @BernadetteWillis-f5p
    @BernadetteWillis-f5p 6 месяцев назад +3

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

  • @marymacgregor6952
    @marymacgregor6952 6 месяцев назад +3

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

  • @yayaserenity2397
    @yayaserenity2397 6 месяцев назад +2

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

  • @damarisfelix4126
    @damarisfelix4126 6 месяцев назад +3

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

  • @meridethwilliams8847
    @meridethwilliams8847 6 месяцев назад +4

    What a lovely young lady.

  • @skerdycat
    @skerdycat 4 месяца назад +2

    that dresser to kitchen sink is amazing!!!