I wanted to share with you all this adorable caboose trailer that was hand made by Glenn Wallin. Glenn says it gets a lot of attention where ever they go. I believe it! It's simply adorable! Sorry, it's not for sale. Would you like to see your trailer featured here? If so, submit the info and photos about your trailer here and we just might feature it! … [Read more...]
Featured Trailer – 1949 Glider
September 27, 2014 by · 1 Comment
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...]
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...]
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...]
The cutest vintage trailer…like ever!
January 14, 2014 by · 11 Comments
Have you all seen Melissa of Cornbread & Beans Quilting Co. super adorable vintage Shasta Compact? If not, get ready to wipe the drool off your chins. Seriously. So I'm going to quit talking and start posting pictures! … [Read more...]
Building Teardrops – An Inspirational Story
November 15, 2012 by · 9 Comments
I am completely inspired by Mike Miller and his talent in building these adorable teardrop trailers. You know what's even more inspiring about this? Mike has Parkinson's disease. Below his wife Justine shares his story with us. I hope it inspires you!! "Parkinson's Disease is misunderstood by most people. It is a non contagious, continually degenerating … [Read more...]
Interview on Hallmark Home and Family Show!
October 19, 2012 by · 3 Comments
I know this is really, really short notice but if you tune in tomorrow to The Home and Family show on the Hallmark channel at 10am/9am central you see a short interview I did with them via Skype from inside our 55 Bellwood. My segment is near the end of their interview with MaryJane Butters of http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/ where she's talking about Glamping. Hope … [Read more...]
Featured Trailer – A Gingerbread Themed Shasta
October 15, 2012 by · 5 Comments
I think this has to be the most uniquely themed vintage trailer I've seen to date. It makes you just want to take it to a trip to Candy Land. Isn't it so sweet? (pun intended). Here is a bit of information the owner Julia shared about the trailer. "Ginger is a '59 Shasta Airflyte that we bought off of eBay. It had been lakeside in Wisconsin near Minnesota for a … [Read more...]
Funky Junk Farms Vintage Trailers
August 31, 2012 by · 3 Comments
Funky Junk Farms is located in California and they provide vintage trailers and other cool period items as props to various movie studios. I thought you all would enjoy these videos where they go through several of the trailers they have. Enjoy! Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 … [Read more...]
Vintage 1955 Bellwood Trailer
June 11, 2012 by · 43 Comments
Look what showed up at my house! This is a 1955 Bellwood, a trailer of my dreams! I spotted on like this one in Kentucky awhile back sitting in front of someone's house. Of course I had to stop and check it out. The gentleman came out and told me that it wasn't for sale but encouraged me to go take a look inside. It was love at first sight! Ever since then I told … [Read more...]
