Author: Lauren
How to Hang Curtains in a Campervan (Curtain Rods vs Rope vs Wire)
DIY campervan curtains If you’re converting a van and wondering how the heck do people hang curtains in a campervan? — you’re not alone. Curtains do more than add privacy; they soften a tiny space, hide awkward cupboard openings, and reduce rattles while driving. After building out my own tiny cottage-style campervan, I tested three Read more
DIY Van Kitchen Curtains That Actually Work (Van Build EP 4)
Making Pretty Curtains for My Van Kitchen | VAN CONVERSION EP Finally I have my van back! After four long months of not having it — while a legend of a mechanic fixed the engine (oops… maybe caused by my lack of maintenance knowledge) — my almost-finished cottage on wheels is finally back. And that Read more
How to Build Lightweight DIY Van Cabinet Doors for Your Tiny Kitchen
How I Built Pretty Cabinet Doors for My Tiny Van Kitchen | VAN CONVERSION EP 3 In today’s van build episode, I tackled a satisfying little project: custom cabinet doors for the lower half of my camper kitchen. This was all about blending function with aesthetics — creating lightweight cupboard doors that still match the Read more
How I Made My Van Kitchen Cabinets | VAN CONVERSION EP 2
Making cabinets for my kitchen | VAN CONVERSION EP 2 After four long months without my van (thanks to a slightly dramatic engine mishap — let’s not talk about it), I’m finally back in the driver’s seat and knee-deep in sawdust. This week, I tackled one of the most satisfying parts of the build: making Read more
How to Build Lightweight DIY Van Cabinets + Air Fryer Test for Vanlife
Finishing Touches to My Van Conversion | VAN CONVERSION EP 1 After four long months of waiting, my van is finally home! I genuinely forgot how much I missed it — the little creaks, the familiar smell of wood and tools, and that feeling of ah yes, this is my wee space. While the engine needed Read more
How to Convert a Van into a Cosy Home on a Budget
How to Convert a Van into a Cosy Home on a Budget Dreaming of van life but not vibing with the £20,000+ professional builds on Instagram? Many aren’t. The good news? You don’t need a pile of cash to convert a van into a cosy, functional home. In fact, with a bit of hard work, Read more
No-Cook Camping Meals for Rainy Days on the Road
No-Cook Camping Meals for Rainy Days on the Road Because sometimes it’s absolutely lashing it outside, your van feels like a damp sock, and the last thing you want to do is light the hob. No-cook meals are a game-changer on rainy travel days when you’re tired, low on electricity or gas, or parked somewhere Read more
How to Receive Post in Spain Living in a Van (Using CityPaq & Other Handy Tips)
How to Receive Post in Spain as a Vanlifer (Using CityPaq & Other Handy Tips) Living on the road full-time is freeing as feck — but it does come with some logistical headaches. One of the most common questions I get is: How do you receive mail while living in a van, especially abroad? If you’re in Read more
How to Receive Post in Ireland Living in a Van as a Vanlifer
How to Receive Post in Ireland Living in a Van as a Vanlifer Living full-time on the road in Ireland? Buzzing. But also — where the feck do you get your post delivered? If you’re a UK or EU vanlifer travelling around Ireland (or even an Irish one with no fixed address), figuring out how Read more
How to Stay Safe as a Solo Female Van Lifer: Must-Know Tips & Gear
Stay Safe on the Road: Solo Female Van Life Gear & Tips That Actually Help So you’re thinking of hitting the road solo in a van, or maybe you’re already deep into your van conversion, with a screwdriver in one hand and a mug of coffee in the other. Either way, welcome. This is the Read more
Welcome to Nomadically Irish: Budget Travel, Big Adventures & Van Life Dreams
Alright, here we go — the blog is live! You’ve somehow stumbled onto Nomadically Irish, so first of all: heyo, glad you’re here, and I hope you’ve brought snacks. I’m Lauren, a 23 year old solo female traveller from the north of Ireland who’s about to jump into full-time van life, with a big cup of Read more