Rita does amazing paintings and murals as she travels the country in her pig-pink bus named “Wilbur” (like from “Charlotte’s Web”). What’s extra impressive is that she only spent $9,000 on the entire bus and build to create a warm, homey and functional rig.
A large section of her bus is dedicated to her art studio and supplies, but she still has space for a kitchen and couch-to-bed setup. While she built a shower in the bus, she quickly realized it was impractical and transformed it into a closet with a portable emergency toilet in the base. What do you think of her spot?
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“Wilbur,” Rita’s 2001 Ford Shuttle Bus

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She has a big cozy chair next to her studio desk.

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She has a removable burner, mini-fridge and gravity-fed water system.

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That pink color is truly unique!

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VIDEO: Her DIY $9K Bus Tiny House
Highlights
- Rita transformed a 2001 Ford Shuttle Bus into her cozy and functional tiny house on wheels for just $9,000.
- The bus serves as both her home and art studio as she travels the country, creating stunning paintings and murals.
- Despite the modest budget, Rita’s shuttle bus conversion offers a warm and inviting space with a kitchen and a versatile couch-to-bed setup.
- She cleverly repurposed the shower into a closet and added a portable emergency toilet for practicality.
- The eye-catching pig-pink exterior of the bus reflects Rita’s creative personality and serves as a mobile work of art.
- Inside, a cozy chair next to her studio desk provides a comfortable space for relaxation and artistic inspiration.
- Rita’s shuttle bus conversion showcases the resourcefulness and adaptability required for successful tiny house living.
- It is a testament to the combination of art, adventure, and affordability that can be found in the world of tiny houses.
- Readers can follow Rita’s artistic journey and explore her captivating artwork on her Instagram and website.
- Don’t forget to subscribe to Tiny Home Tours for more inspiring stories of unique and affordable tiny house conversions.
Learn More:
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- Follow Rita’s artwork on Instagram
- Check out Rita’s website
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