I have found out quickly that my tow vehicle doesn't have a lot of cargo room. We end up stuffing the hatch back area full to capacity and this is after packing the trailer full of things like dishes, smaller misc items, etc., So where is all this other stuff coming from? Well, it's mainly the cooler, toys, yard decorations, pillows, clothing, etc., I decided I had to … [Read more...]
Vintage trailers as a mobile business
May 26, 2011 by · 12 Comments
Most of us use our vintage trailers (or any trailer, rv or camper for that matter) mainly for camping. But there are folks that are finding unique ways of using their vintage trailers for more than just camping. For example; you have the cute little Shasta Compact that is a mobile snow cone stand called Fresher Than Fresh. How cute is that?! I'm sure kids and … [Read more...]
How to make easy pillow covers tutorial
May 15, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
FRONT BACK This is a very easy project and the results are fabulous! Recover old pillows or cover new pillow forms in the fabric of your choice. What you'll need: •A yard of fabric •A sewing machine •Scissors •Pins Step 1: First determine the size of your pillow or pillow form. For this tutorial I'm recovering a … [Read more...]
Storage ideas for small spaces
May 13, 2011 by · 2 Comments
When you have a tiny trailer like our 61 Shasta Compact storage is important. Now, I must preface this with saying that back in the day, Shasta thought out the layout of these trailers very well in regards to creating the most usable space in such a small trailer and this includes storage. But of course you can never have too much storage. On each side of the … [Read more...]
How to recover trailer cushions the cheaters way
May 13, 2011 by · 7 Comments
Ok, so I've struggled with my cushions in the 61 Shasta Compact. First I tried to sew some sort of like pillow cases and that just didn't work well. So I went back to an idea I had when I recovered this vintage metal crib seat. Looks pretty good right? Nice and smooth with the fabric on there snug? The answer is simply safety pins! HA HA! Oh and lots of … [Read more...]
61 Shasta Compact Interior Decorating
May 9, 2011 by · 10 Comments
For the last few days I've spent working on decorating the interior of the Compact. I started out working on cushion covers (a nighmare I might add and eventually I think I'll have to have them professionally done). Next came sewing curtains and that was a breeze. Then on to painting the interior cupboards and drawer fronts. I went with a soft aqua or robin egg blue … [Read more...]
For the little girl camper that has it all!
May 4, 2011 by · 1 Comment
Ok, now this is just too cute! Perfect for the little girl that loves VW's or camping. These look to be available in the UK here. Not sure if they are available in the U.S. or not. I bet a handi-person could build something similiar though. … [Read more...]
All about Glamping
May 4, 2011 by · 3 Comments
Ok, so I just recently discovered this term; Glamping and had to investigate more. Glamping combines the word glamor and camping. The idea is basically camping but with some of the more luxurious amenities. Personally, I would love one of these tents as a backyard retreat. Can you imagine having one with a featherbed and maybe even a clawfoot bathtub? They remind me … [Read more...]
New Rope and Pole Awning
May 2, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
As promised...I finally got a picture of the awning on the 61 Shasta Compact. Isn't it cute? It was a bit windy but I was determined to get the awning up and secure. As you can see it was flapping in the wind a bit. Fortunately, the trailer didn't take flight (: I love having an awning as I think they are great additions to any vintage trailer. … [Read more...]
How to convert two single beds into one large bed in a Shasta Compact
April 26, 2011 by · 1 Comment
If you have a dinette like this in your trailer (Ours is a canned ham shaped 61 Shasta Compact) that doesn't allow you to pull these benches together you can make a couple modifications and it will create one huge bed. Notice mine doesn't have any legs like the newer boxy Compacts usually do. I know my cushions are 6 ft long and the trailer is what...6 feet wide? So … [Read more...]
