If you are doing any fall or winter camping where the weather is chilly, this hardy chicken noodle soup is perfect! It will warm you through and through I promise. What you'll need: 1. A large crock pot 2. Two 32 ounce cans of chicken stock 3. 1 teaspoon of chicken bouillon 4. One 16 ounce bag of egg noodles 5. One 48 ounce can of boned chicken (big can) 6. … [Read more...]
Last camping trip of the season
October 17, 2011 by · 6 Comments
We headed out on a Friday and met some gals (and 1 guy) for a glamp out as part of the Loyal Order of the Glamper group I belong to. Glamping means glamorous camping for those of you not familiar. Anyway, so we headed over to SW Michigan where we met some friends at a KOA. The first night we had 40 mph winds, rain and even hail. I kept expecting Buttercup to take … [Read more...]
World’s Smallest Vintage Trailer Movie Theater
October 7, 2011 by · 3 Comments
I love all things cute and if they are small and cute that's even better on the cute-o-meter in my book. So why not a very small movie theater on wheels? The Sol Cinema was created from a 1960's caravan. Not only is it cute but it's very functional, earth friendly (green) and solar powered! They spared no details when creating this mobile movie theater. It has … [Read more...]
Vintage Trailer Hair Studio
October 7, 2011 by · 9 Comments
You all probably remember the post I made about how folks use their vintage trailer for their business right? Here is another one I wanted to share with you. Photos courtesy of Inhabitat. Read more about Robin Carlisle at ReNest. I think it's so neat how she transformed this sweet trailer, set it up on her property and runs Holiday Hair Studio from it. I think it's … [Read more...]
Pretty Potties and Lovely Luggable Loos
October 3, 2011 by · 14 Comments
Funny title I know, but I wanted to show you all the progress I've made so far on my Luggable Loo. A Luggable Loo for those of you that don't know what it is, is simply a 5 gallon bucket with a toilet seat attached to the top. You can put in these bags that come with special gel or use garbage bags and put some kitty litter in the bag. This makes a great portable … [Read more...]
Free printable Camping Fun Postcards
September 29, 2011 by · 2 Comments
OK, it's time for another fun little freebie for you! These would be fun to print out and take with you on the next camping trip. You could put a stamp on a couple, jot a little note on them and then drop them in the mail to family and friends back home. To download the PDF file click this link: http://www.ipmpro.com/b/4937/OGLxlC/ This image below is just a … [Read more...]
Camp and fish at the same time
September 14, 2011 by · 3 Comments
Who knew? Check out this little amphibious trailer. Want to be rocked to sleep? Then just plop this wee trailer into the water. Want to fish in the middle of the lake but don't have a boat? No problem, just fish from your trailer instead. What will they think of next? … [Read more...]
The Sweetest Motorhome in the World!
September 13, 2011 by · 6 Comments
OK, well I think so anyway! The transformation of this motorhome owned by a family in Germany is nothing short of incredible. This is definitely the way to travel. Imagine curling up for a nap while on the road to some wonderful place. You'd sink into the crisp sheets and snuggle into the coverlet while the road rocked you to sleep. Ahhh, heavenly. Check out their … [Read more...]
Free Cheery Pennant Banner Flag Printable
September 7, 2011 by · 3 Comments
I put together another free printable for you all. This one has 9 different pennant banner flags you can print out. Feel free to mix and match the ones you like the best. To make a easy pennant banner print the banner flags onto card stock. Cut them out and fold on the upper tab. Next glue them to a piece of twine, string or ribbon. You could also cut off the top … [Read more...]
Making slip covers camping stools
September 4, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
Do you all remember the little aluminum camping stools I showed you awhile back? I decided to make some slip covers for them to cover the green that is on them now. I went with a heavier upholstery fabric for these. This is a very easy project and basically involves cutting fabric to the proper width and length to match the existing seat fabric that is on the stools … [Read more...]
