Her Unique 35 Ft. DIY Skoolie w/ a HUGE Bathtub

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VIDEO DESCRIPTION:
Nikki was on a road trip when she randomly saw a black skoolie for sale on the side of the rod. Although she didn't purchase that exact one, the seed was planted, and the new journey began! As an artist who desires to travel, she designed her tiny home on wheels so that her desk has plenty of room and the live edge kitchen countertop extends for space to create.
The most outstanding feature of her bus is the full-size stand-alone bathtub in her living room! It's made of light acrylic and glows from natural lighting. She has two hundred gallons of fresh water to support her tub and an instant water heater.
There's a full bathroom with an excellent barn door that, when closed, opens up a hidden bar and extra pantry space. Nikki also has a washer/dryer combo, a queen-sized bed, and a massive deck on the exterior backside!
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00:00 Introduction
00:43 Skoolie Office Space
02:47 Unique Skoolie Bathtub
04:41 Why Buslife
06:23 Skoolie Kitchen
09:50 Skoolie Bathroom
11:37 Plans for Skoolie Life
13:29 Skoolie Bedroom
15:41 Skoolie Exterior
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Пікірлер: 706

@marshayerby3448 Жыл бұрын

Now this...this is home. Beautiful furniture, soak tub, fridge & freezer combo, cool curtains, so loving the copper used on shelves, huge pantry, washer & dryer on board,a comfy bed, & back deck. What's not to 💘? Safe travels

@glowlight69 Жыл бұрын

Agreed

@theresasutton6311 Жыл бұрын

I do so agree. What else could you want. Love the colors of India products. So bright and happy. The tub incredible. Enjoy that. Till your knees go like mine and getting out without help impossible like mine starting at 70, it will be divine. Then you can replace with your studio. Love your entire rig.

@maxine3587 Жыл бұрын

@@theresasutton6311 Another in full agreement. It is so homely, and rich looking. Just a delight, as is it's owner.

@shirleyashanti3031 Жыл бұрын

Hippie tech blended with hippie chic and common sense with resilience and curiosity and what dreams are made of have given us this wonderful and gifted woman. What an absolute joy. Thank you so much for sharing your skoolie with us. Tub just took my breath away. ❤️

@nikkimayart Жыл бұрын

This is the best description I've heard of me and my bus! Thank you Shirley :)

@maxineshort5969 Жыл бұрын

Your bus is one of the most comfortable and homey setup I’ve seen and you’re right about the bathtub. I have not seen one that size and beauty yet. I love it. Your personality is evident.

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Maxine how are you doing hopefully you are doing good??

@NikkiMay Жыл бұрын

Thanks Maxine! 🥰

@Izatin97 Жыл бұрын

Love this bus build. Gotta love her bathtub. I hope she enjoys her adventures and meets wonderful new ppl whilst out there doing her thing. Thanks for sharing your beautiful bus with us Nikki. 🙏🏽😊

@nikkimayart Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! :)

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Irene how are you doing hopefully you are doing good??

@catlynn3407 Жыл бұрын

I agree, a tub is a must for me for sure!

@mbszem4603 Жыл бұрын

Lovely, organized, and colorful! She knew what she wanted and went after it, which is quite admirable & adventurous. A woman who builds her dwelling around a gorgeous soaking tub has her priorities in the right place.

@raysun2be Жыл бұрын

Love this build. What a beautiful expression of her. Those curtains, counter, and tub, wow! So many things I like. She was smart in staying in a schoolie to get a good idea of want she liked and didn't like, then buildt her bus to her needs to make it her home. May it give her many years of discovery and happiness! Thanks for the tour!

@malikaeastonAllahfirstanfamily Жыл бұрын

Beautiful that’s all I can say, enjoy life, laugh a lot and dream big and stay safe. Butterflies represent peacefulness. Thanks for sharing your life with us , really enjoyed 😊❤

@LuShanna Жыл бұрын

Finally a home with a bathtub! This is definitely somewhere I could live because I love a good bath and then being able to take the bath to a beautiful setting, pure bliss! 😌 💕

@ImpyChan Жыл бұрын

All that texture and color make for such a homey space, and I absolutely love that bathtub. My chronic pain and I cannot imagine trying to live with cramped, awkward showers forever, so the thought of still having that tub on the road is amazing, and makes the idea of a bus seem so much more feasible. This is a phenomenal build, and genuinely feels like a home on wheels.

@Razzledazzle1022 Жыл бұрын

First person I've seen saying that they use an air fryer!!! finally! that's what I want to do in my build

@shannonwilliamson9319 Жыл бұрын

That's what we plan on using too.

@lyraserpentine894 Жыл бұрын

FINALLY. Someone with a real bathtub! I knew it could be done!

@jklfds85 Жыл бұрын

Really smart of her to try out living like that in an Airbnb first to see if you will like it. 6:45

@TinyHomeTours Жыл бұрын

We agree! It's such a great idea.

@Truelyblue333 Жыл бұрын

This is so nicely done and organized! The tub is ❤………One of the best builds I’ve seen … Have fun and be safe!

@trishbrown2297 Жыл бұрын

The Kantha blankets/curtains is an idea I've had, also, when/if I ever get a home on wheels. I have many of them and they are so beautiful.

@JL-nb3dh Жыл бұрын

Wow. Wow. Wow. This is the most beautiful home on wheels I’ve ever seen. It’s easy to see the soul of the artist here. Yay, Nikki May! ❤❤❤

@laleighma1 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely LOVE all the colors and textures in her bus!! Her design is fabulous and awe-inspiring!! 💜

@kathyweber793 Жыл бұрын

Nice build. I would have your guys manufacture a counter top that would snuggly sit over the top of the tub so you can use that for artistry too.

@NikkiMay Жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@lindabishop7656 Жыл бұрын

Wow!COLORS ARE JUST EYE POPPINGLY BEAUTIFUL. Thank God ,not another bus with gray or puck green everywhere .

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Linda how are you doing hopefully you are doing good??

@jenpfluger8419 Жыл бұрын

This bus is one of my few favorites out of dozens of conversions I've watched as I'm building out my own shuttle bus. Love all the colors!

@misttylyn Жыл бұрын

Nikki is delightful, love the bus.

@NikkiMay Жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you!

@barbwatkins3676 Жыл бұрын

Just wow! Stunningly beautiful build. The use of colour is so gorgeous and enhances the feeling of spaciousness. There is absolutely nothing lacking in this glorious bus. Even a deck! Congratulations on a stellar build.

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Barb how are you doing hopefully you are doing good??

@BenjamintheTortoise Жыл бұрын

Love the name DoodleBus! It's perfect!! Wishing you safe and happy travels 💕

@pamthepainter Жыл бұрын

Beautiful WOW!

@erinn278 11 ай бұрын

I laughed a few times. Only because, I never thought I’d find someone who loves a bath 🛁 more than me!! This is probably the perfect layout for myself!! Priorities, bath, bed, art, in that order!! Lol… I hope she’s living her best live on the road!! 🤩🥰🤩

@walkinlight3380 Жыл бұрын

This has been the only thing that has been missing from most tiny homes and as a disabled woman who has to endure chronic pain, a bathtub in my must have. This incredible woman has done it!

@blaiseandrahegg1035 Жыл бұрын

She has such a nice vibe!! I also like the idea of slow travel to soak up the space. (Also cheaper) And this is definitely one of the best builds I've seen. Very well thought out.

@heatherjay8802 Жыл бұрын

Well said and I totally agree. Though I’ve never been able to afford to stay in one place for months while travelling, I’ve always aimed for quality over quantity. I’d rather visit one or two sights/sites for as long as possible, than madly dash from one to the next, in an effort to cram as many in as I can. Means I can both enjoy myself at the time AND create longer lasting memories.

@NikkiMay Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🥰

@mmariemarkel7482 Жыл бұрын

Oh WOW I adore your Doodle Bus. That tub is to die for. But to me, what's even better than that is your color scheme and delightful curtains. First, the color scheme is my fav colors, teal,apple green and mink brown which you have a bit lighter in the woods you used. Second, those curtains give your bus a gypsy/nomadic vibe even though done with Asian textiles. I also adore farmhouse sinks and the copper pipes. If it were mine the farmhouse sink would be copper or even better beaten copper. I am also an artist and maker of too many things to mention, but it feels like it could easily be my bus. I def would feel right at home in that home-on-wheels you've created. Happy travels & creating! Namaste.

@NikkiMay Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words!! I looked at copper sinks and tubs, but they were soooo expensive!

@Asha-ww9ct Жыл бұрын

I love love your home so beautifully decorated, the tub is so awesome. Safe travels🚐💙

@sonnybee997 Жыл бұрын

Lovely 😍 👌 👍 🥰

@vernieplummer5148 Жыл бұрын

I love your boss and especially the curtains. Just so you know, watching this on KZfaq I didn't hear any outside noises. I think you can do your podcast just fine.

@kellyps2024 Жыл бұрын

I think you should add schoolie designer to you portfolio. I have seen a lot of beautiful builds but this is one I could live in. Helping people actualize their personal vision through design is a gift and you definitely have it.

@nikkimayart Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kelley! I've actually thought about offering those services! It was su much fun to design!

@bambihargrove6499 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful Bus 😁❤

@Kim-Dalton Жыл бұрын

This is the coolest bus I've seen. I love all the artistic details plus it's so functional for your lifestyle. I hope you enjoy your travels and make some really good memories.

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Kim how are you doing hopefully you are doing good??

@AudreyLMcFarland Жыл бұрын

Your doodle bus is amazing!!

@eringiesler6485 Жыл бұрын

This is a DREAM ❤❤❤❤ This woman is an inspiration and omg from KY!! Maybe I’ll meet her one day!

@2sweetcaroline Жыл бұрын

I love this beautiful build! Thanks for showing us that you don't have to give up the things that are personally most important,

@pla4825 Жыл бұрын

I’m absolutely impressed by that beautiful deep bathtub 🥰

@HelloNewMoon Жыл бұрын

So cool. About 25 years ago I was 14 and my two best friends (a brother and sister) got a new stepdad. Their mom married the dad of 3 other siblings we were friends with. One day he surprised us and picked all us kids up from school in an old white school bus he purchased on a whim. He decided to make it into an RV for their newly blended family since they loved camping but could not afford an RV to fit all of them. This was before the days of converted RVs and viral van life. It was even before the days of smart phones and reliable home internet in our smaller beach town. He did it all himself with his own imagination and skills. It was not nearly this pretty or functional but had the same cool funky vibe with handmade curtains and loving touches. They used it for a year or two and then were able to afford a more functional RV. They then parked it in the back yard and for a long time it became our teen hang out spot. After school we could go have snacks or chill out in it, play games or have sleep overs. With their 5 kids getting older and one by one turning 18 it eventually became a sort of “apartment”. A few of them who couldn’t afford their own places but wanted privacy as adults used it as a crash pad until they saved enough money to move out and pay rent. Over the years our friend group always knew we could stay there if we needed a place for a few nights. Eventually it started to deteriorate and they had to sell it off. Its been gone for years and years now and my friends dad has since died from a failed heart transplant he waited a long time for. Every time a see these “skoolies” I think of him, his vision for the bus and all the memories it provided me. Its so cool to see one looking like a real home. Bravo on making this your own. What a fun watch!

@tina3038 Жыл бұрын

I love to see a home with color & character and your is absolutely beautiful ~🥰🥰🥰

@widowswatch6610 Жыл бұрын

I love it

@lauriemsdiva Жыл бұрын

This is absolutely gorgeous! Totally unique, not the same old design that everyone else is doing. I love your sense of style. Who wouldn't want a soaking tub! I love everything about build!😀 This is you home, so you should have it set up the way you want, not just copy someone else's. Great job!👍🏽

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Laurie how are you doing hopefully you are doing good??

@msannieem11 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful bus!

@tynitahaines4012 Жыл бұрын

I live this bus decore. Especially the tub in the kitchen. So AWESOME.

@Dovietail 5 күн бұрын

You need a cute little folding bistro set for your deck! They make 'em with chairs for larger folks like me. French blue?

@Kodak718 Жыл бұрын

I dont have a cool mobile van, but I bought an ottoman that I use as a desk chair too.

@stephaniemcdonald2172 Жыл бұрын

I love your bus! Good luck in your travels, be safe! 💖🙏

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Stephanie how are you doing doing hopefully you are doing good??

@shirleythomas3416 Жыл бұрын

I love your bus keep up the work may god god blessing you

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Shirley how are you doing hopefully you are doing good??

@miapdx503 Жыл бұрын

That is the thing that absolutely sells me, that tub. I'm not a shower person, and in all tiny homes I see, this is what I've been looking for. Bless you. 🌹

@bunkertons Жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! This is an awesome home and it really is a home. I see so many spaces that I wouldn't enjoy spending my time in, but I could see myself living there. Bravo! ☺️

@shannonwilliamson9319 Жыл бұрын

That's one thing I want is my tub. Thank you for sharing!❤️ It.b

@bethawwad Жыл бұрын

Love your heart and home 🦋🦋🦋

@MichiganderGirl Жыл бұрын

Such a nice cozy and personal space. Love all the colors and textures. Enjoy all your adventures!

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Jane how are you doing hopefully you are doing??

@Carol-vv5cm Жыл бұрын

Just wonderful. I think I could travel and keep my chickens with a build like that.

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Carol how are you doing hopefully you are doing good??

@okietall Жыл бұрын

Really nice

@behuman5725 Жыл бұрын

This is very cool. It’s perfectly fine to have your beautiful tub right out there. A good way to pamper yourself which you wouldn’t think would be possible in a converted bus. Thanks for sharing 😊

@TinyHomeTours Жыл бұрын

It sure is! :)

@bonnieteets8194 Жыл бұрын

Your bus is perfect! My husband and I bought a bus a couple of years ago with the intention of building it into a schoolie. We had so much fun gutting it and drawing out the floor plan but his job just would not allow him the time he needed to work on it. So we sadly sold her and bought a used Class A RV and he has remodeled everything from the upholstery to the counters, shower and made a beautiful counter and dinning table with butcher block. She will be done by summer and we plan on having a wonderful time traveling. When I saw your tub I chuckled because my husband was going to put one in our bus for me! Have a wonderful time traveling and you and your bus are just lovely.

@nikkimayart Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Bonnie!

@margy3466 Жыл бұрын

Your home is a rainbow of colour and oozes character, love & happiness. Enjoy your travels. 😊

@angelapulzone8462 Жыл бұрын

This has got to be the BEST build I have EVER seen!!! God bless this amazing artist and happy travels to you and thank you for being such an inspiration to people like me!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

@vickylittles6714 Жыл бұрын

I LOVE THAT TUB

@CloverThaFox Жыл бұрын

As a person who only takes baths, this is my dream.

@lc8506 Жыл бұрын

This is by far the Best home on wheels I’ve seen so cozy, homey, sophisticated & unique! ❤️😍😍

@legoqueen2445 Жыл бұрын

Love this design! It's the only time I've seen a tub in a school bus conversion done well! Beautiful!

@gaileestriegel7102 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations Nikki May. I follow nomads, schoolies and travelers on the Tube quite a lot and I am stunned by your beautiful bus. It's wonderfully perfect. Enjoy the ride.

@matthewgreen9062 Жыл бұрын

Wow amazing, what a talented artist ❤

@janettawallace3722 Жыл бұрын

The bus is really nicely renovated inside. Love the way she has her decorated inside

@GG-qy2wy Жыл бұрын

Wow!! Nikki is very creative! Her skoolie is so colorful, fun, organized and so liveable! I love her tub💕. And with wool insulation--that is so cool! I could really enjoy traveling in her skoolie! Best with everything, Nikki!👍✨️🌸😊

@leem.5246 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the coolest tiny homes I’ve ever seen, so unique and colorful!

@markangelobravo8949 Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous build!

@lauriegladden6887 Жыл бұрын

Love the full size soaking tub.

@jennyh1970 Жыл бұрын

That's the nicest tiny home bus I've ever seen.

@GrandmaD2024 Жыл бұрын

Your bus is just the coziest and most beautiful I have seen here on utube. That tub is amazing and your counters are lovely! I so love the colors too! Thank you for sharing 😁

@meridethhendry5733 Жыл бұрын

What a terrific home! I love what you’ve done; you’ve thought of everything. I’m sure you’re going to have wonderful adventures in your new home!

@NikkiMay Жыл бұрын

Thanks Merideth!

@heatherjay8802 Жыл бұрын

What an interesting owner and delightfully colourful and uniquely inspiring home!

@noturcinderella Жыл бұрын

This is a Sag Sun/Taurus Moon/Aqua Rising wet dream. I love it! 😍😍😍Its a total vibe between creature comforts and an eccentric but intelligent design. And she is such a chill person!

@tinamccall3916 Жыл бұрын

I love your space! It is so cozy and the tub is wonderful!❤

@larrybill2661 Жыл бұрын

Hello Tina how are you doing hopefully you are doing good??

@bevtrue6937 Жыл бұрын

Lovely home. Everything you could want and more.

@daisygirl1217 Жыл бұрын

I'm so jealous. This is my true goal in life. To live and be free to do what I want to do without giving all my hard earned money to crap.

@shavaunaronan3188 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful, I absolutely love the bathtub!

@nunyabeeswax7937 Жыл бұрын

A tub is number one priority for me too. Trying to figure out how to do it in my van

@miaeade3148 Жыл бұрын

You have the right idea about life and you're living it!! It's all yours ♥️♥️♥️

@MsBizzyRae Жыл бұрын

I absolutely LOVE this!! The whole build is crazy but the tub blew my mind!🤯 what an incredible home.

@BeeKay4444 Жыл бұрын

LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS! Be blessed Nikki

@JamesB02 Жыл бұрын

Nice skoolie very comfortable looking. I think your commode is called a cassette 😉😊

@CGKittenz Жыл бұрын

Wow I would love to see how she drives and park this esp with the deck. I could never 😢

@itsmejustbee Жыл бұрын

You can do anything you put your mind to if you want it bad enough 😉

@NikkiMay Жыл бұрын

Backup camera!! 😂

@granmabern5283 Жыл бұрын

Mirrors help. Big mirrors. Backup cameras are magical. Muddy ones don’t work. You practice five or six times in a parking lot or a field, and then you “ know” where your vehicle is.😊

@JJLewis-so1iq Жыл бұрын

I love it. The tub is one thing I'm having a hard time deciding whether or not I can live without. Nice build!

@lovematters7122 Жыл бұрын

I love your artistic flair in this build! Gorgeous, whimsical, and fun! Question? You don't plan to fill that water tank until you arrive at your destination right?🤔 Thanks for sharing your build and journey! Best to you in your Doodle Bus travels!

@larrytowe6672 Жыл бұрын

I love it, it truly looks like a home. I love the normal looking couch. Safe travels and lots of laughs.

@nobledonna3368 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful build!

@paulineb66 Жыл бұрын

This is great. She put in exactly what she wanted. Love it.

@holly7010 Жыл бұрын

First bus I've ever been in love with. Everything is beautiful and we'll though out.

@elizabethkhadem9326 Жыл бұрын

Oh Nikki, this was so fun to see. Miss you and wishing you the best!

@nikkimayart Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Beth! I'll be back in Paducah in late March through probably the end of May. I'll have to have you come over and see it in person :)

@Delightfully__Danii Жыл бұрын

Loved loved loved the bus and set up and Nikki was a doll love her attitude on life…. One day I’ll have my own bus thanks for sharing ❤

@marybates2201 Жыл бұрын

Oh i lovve, love this lady's home. Fantastically colourful, which is a refreshing change, as some bus conversations while lovely designed can be a touch bland. And that bus,oh my word, yes please

@rescueeve1784 Жыл бұрын

I love it!!!

@fausto8932 Жыл бұрын

Hi Tiny, your house is beautiful, you have good taste. With all the sincerity of a Brazilian, I think you should build a bathroom separate from the other rooms.🇧🇷❤

@katharinelandry6902 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing beautiful home loving the amazing awesome colors it's so comfortable and peaceful have a blessed day and night God bless you take care 💓

@dianejohnson1991 2 ай бұрын

Most superb bus ever

@HalifaxComputersRepair Жыл бұрын

now thats first time i ever seen a bath tub inside big bus and she has it neat ....thats what i call free rent ! lol

@ericalampley480 Жыл бұрын

I think the only other tub I've seen in an RV, and I mean an ACTUAL tub not the oversized shower basin, is The Flipping Nomad. She installed one in her 5th wheel. Had to remove a window to get it in, if I remember correctly!