Who doesn't love cupcakes right? Here is a brand new pattern I just finished up. This is designed by me so you can make this sweet cupcake bunting for your vintage camper. You can make them in whatever colors match your decor. But they don't have to be made just for your camper. You could make them up for your next party or just for fun. This is a fun and easy … [Read more...]
New Poll – How many vintage campers do you own?
June 5, 2012 by · 19 Comments
I thought this would be a fun and interesting poll. If you look over on the right sidebar under the Sponsors you'll see the poll. It looks like this below. Of course you are more than welcome to comment here but also don't forget to cast your vote on the poll itself as well so we can see more accurate results. So feel free to plug in your vote! I bet you will … [Read more...]
Restoration of 1956 Vintage Trailer Day 1
May 6, 2012 by · 27 Comments
So the demolition on the 56 Southland Runabout begins. We put in a full days work removing the front skin and about 3/4 of the interior walls and ceiling. The previous owners just put new wood over the old. That is NOT the right way to do it. However, they actually did me a favor by doing this because I was able to pull off the wood sections they put up fairly easily … [Read more...]
How to make easy vintage trailer dinette cushions
April 19, 2012 by · 91 Comments
So this is the fabric I picked out for the 1956 Southland Runabout. It's quite a contrast to the whimsical interior of our 61 Shasta Compact, but I really feel this vintage trailer commands a more toned down feel especially because of the darker wood interior. So this is what I decided on. I hope you like it! Here is the finished cushions. Ok, now on to … [Read more...]
How to transform a diner napkin holder
February 2, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
I love these old diner style napkin holders and have one for our vintage trailer. This one started out as a black one and I kept looking at it thinking it needs sprucing up. So I decided to do a vintage map theme on it in aqua. I think it's perfect for a vintage trailer that uses aqua as a accent color in their decor. Anyhoo, let me share with you how I transformed … [Read more...]
What you can learn from Tiny Homes
January 20, 2012 by · 1 Comment
I am big fan of the tiny house movement. There is some sort of kindred correlation between tiny homes and tiny trailers. Both can serve as living spaces if one chooses and both can be mobile, as some tiny homes are built on flat bed trailers. The most intriguing feature of tiny homes that can cross over as a learning tool for vintage trailer owners is getting the most … [Read more...]
The World’s Longest Yard Sale
January 16, 2012 by · 5 Comments
The world's longest yard sale is 675 miles and starts in Hudson, MI and goes all the way to Gadsden, Alabama. It's called the 127 corridor. This year the sale is August 2-5th. Whether you are a junk picker or searching for a certain type of treasure, I'm sure you'll find it and more at these sales. Are you planning on going? … [Read more...]
Vintage trailer Gingerbread Houses…err Trailers
December 1, 2011 by · 8 Comments
Now you know we are obsessed if we are making Gingerbread houses look like vintage trailers! Makes perfect sense to me (: Check out these delicious creations. I don't think I could bring myself to eat one. I'd have to spray seal it and keep it … [Read more...]
New Canvas Bunk for the 61 Shasta Compact
July 3, 2011 by · 9 Comments
Whew, it's been a busy weekend so far. While the rest of the world is out camping this 4th of July weekend, I'm home sewing and such. I'm enjoying it though. I hope everyone has a happy and safe holiday! I needed to replace the canvas bunk as the old one looked like it was made from feedsacks that were quilted together and it was starting to come loose in … [Read more...]
How to reinforce the canvas bunk in a vintage trailer
July 1, 2011 by · 5 Comments
Another project tackled. This one was a little scary and I'll tell you why in a moment. But before that I want to tell you about the canvas bunk that is in a Shasta Compact. It consists of two heavy steel poles and a canvas. It was made for sleeping a child I assume and sits in brackets above the bed/dinette area. I was giving a lot of thought on if that bunk … [Read more...]
