I was sent a BIC flamedisk to review for you all and wanted to share my findings and some photos. The first thing I noticed is that it comes in a nice slim package which makes it easy to tuck into a cupboard in your trailer. Storage is a premium in most vintage trailers, so this was a definite plus. It's also very clean. You just take it out of the package, … [Read more...]
Little Vintage Trailer on The Weather Channel
April 27, 2013 by · 2 Comments
Recently, Little Vintage Trailer was interviewed and featured on The Weather Channel. You can read the interview and view the slide show here: http://www.weather.com/travel/driving-scenic-drives/vintage-campers-trailers-20130423 … [Read more...]
61 Shasta Compact “Buttercup” For Sale
April 2, 2013 by · 16 Comments
This cutie is now SOLD. Ah, yes I know it's hard to believe that I'm actually putting Buttercup up for sale! It's a hard decision and I may change my mind and pull the ads at anytime! My reason for selling her is simple because I have another dream I'd like to pursue and while I don't HAVE to sell her to make that dream happen, it would likely happen quicker if I did … [Read more...]
Shipping a Vintage Trailer using Uship
March 21, 2013 by · 6 Comments
Since I get this question a lot I thought it might be helpful info for anyone else looking into options to have a trailer shipped via Uship to share my personal experience with you. I've used U-ship and had no problems with transporting a trailer from AZ to MI. It cost around $1,350. This price of course will vary from shipper to shipper. How it … [Read more...]
Tips for Winterizing Your Vintage Trailer
November 29, 2012 by · 3 Comments
Since it's almost December, some of you may have already tucked your trailers away for the coming winter. For those of you that haven't yet or are not sure what all to do to winterize them, this is for you. 1. Prepare It Take out all linens, throw pillows, memory foam, curtains, towels and clothing items. You don't want any fabric items inside that could be … [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 – See the video
October 25, 2012 by · 10 Comments
OK, so you all remember last week I did a short segment on Hallmark's Home & Family Show in conjunction with their interview with MaryJane Butters of MaryJanes Farm about Glamping? I thought I would share a short clip of it so you could see it if you missed the airing of the episode. I come in at the 2:55 mark. I had a lot of fun doing this and was honored that … [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...]
Camping Couture – Just What Every Glamper Needs!
October 17, 2012 by · 7 Comments
Recently I found out about Sourpuss clothing and I have to say their retro and vintage inspired clothing is awesome! I was so excited today when I received this wonderful Happy Kamper Aubrey dress in the mail. The fit is perfect and I absolutely love the design! It has little vintage trailers, pink flamingos, martinis, bows and retro stars. It's totally fabulous and … [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...]
