It was a beautiful day at Camp Dearborn today as we attended the fall rally open house. I took a number of photos so I thought I'd start sharing them on the Featured page. This stunning 1949 Glider is owned by Tin Can Tourist members; Keith and Jane Kesler. I can see why this one was has a manufacture name as a "Glider". It's exterior appearance is sleek looking, … [Read more...]
Cushions, Curtains and Flooring Oh My!
September 17, 2014 by · 15 Comments
Today has been an exciting day! I received my cushions and curtains. She's going to make a few more for me that will be solid aqua to go on the bottom cushions of the dinette and the gaucho. Why you ask? Because I just can't make up my mind if I like the red or not. It's just my own color choices of material that is getting in the way of being a designer of greatness … [Read more...]
1963 Yellowstone – Cutest Vintage Camper On Earth!
August 18, 2014 by · 18 Comments
OK, that title might be just a wee bit of an exaggeration. I'm a bit partial. I actually did have a guy at the Ohio toll booth argue with co-worker saying that he thought it was ugly! Shocking isn't it?! You know you have a bad case of Aluminitis when you see the cutest trailer on earth and you instantly try and figure out where you can park it in the driveway. … [Read more...]
How to make lamp for your vintage camper
August 12, 2014 by · 3 Comments
I actually made this little lamp about a year or so ago and have been meaning to get this tutorial up on the site for some time. So without any further delay here it is. These little lamps are easy to make so dig out those vintage thermoses and spice tins. Materials WARNING: It's vital that you use either all new materials or that you inspect any electrical … [Read more...]
Finished renovation of the 1961 Hi-Lo
July 28, 2014 by · 10 Comments
TA DA! Oh happy day, it's done! Whew...let me just say that it was a LOT of work, a lot of sweat, a little blood and a few tears {of frustration} along the way but it's finally done! I call it done but I do have a couple things left and one is to figure out the best way to re-vamp that front window rock guard you see in the first photo. For now it's done though and … [Read more...]
Hi-Lo Renovation Day 10, 11 and 12
July 22, 2014 by · 16 Comments
I'm happy to say that I'm making steady progress on the 61 Hi-Lo. Thank goodness this is a little trailer or I may not be seeing the end in sight until next summer! I think I'm about a good solid 4-5 days work and I'll be finished. This is what I accomplished in the last 3 days. 1. Installed remaining trim Pretty self-explanatory. I just had a couple trim … [Read more...]
Small Off Grid Custom Trailer For Sale
July 7, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
Here is something unique and different! Check out all the features on this off grid trailer! Awesome little trailer, you can tow it with just about anything. ***great for hunting, fishing, prepping for the end of the world;) (off the grid beauty)!! Pergo flooring, solid wood cabinetry and doors. Upper body and roof are fiberglass, one piece from the roof … [Read more...]
Hi-Lo Renovation Day 7, 8 and 9
June 30, 2014 by · 8 Comments
Whew, it's been awhile since I posted on how the renovation is going on the 1961 Hi-Lo, so I figured I better get a post up here to show you where I'm at. I decided to clump together day 7, 8 and 9 because basically day 7-8 were just boring mundane stuff. Keep in mind that these days aren't concurrent. It was one day here...another day there. A lot of times it just … [Read more...]
Hi Lo Renovation Day 6
May 30, 2014 by · 3 Comments
The renovation of the Hi-Lo is slowwwww going! Part of the reason is because I've been taking a break and up at the Tiny Lake House with the family. Feel free to click on that link if you want to see how our week and a half went up there. It was an adventure {some good and some not so good!}. Anyway, so today I'm back home and I finished varnishing the ceiling and … [Read more...]
1961 Shasta Compact For Sale
May 12, 2014 by · 15 Comments
~~ THIS TRAILER IS NOW SOLD ~~ Just in time for camping season...Restored 1961 Shasta Compact (Little Suzy Shasta) is for sale. Completely gutted & re-built interior, including classic birch plywood. Removed original rear dinette/bed and put in permanent bed in the rear, about a double size. Located dinette in front, new built in dresser, upper cabinets, and … [Read more...]
