This is the most adorable little trailer I think I've ever laid eyes on! It was built by Butch Starner for his granddaughters. It's not just an ordinary play house for kids though and is built just like a regular sized trailer with all the features of a larger one. The workmanship on this little camper is amazing! Butch transports this cutie in the back of his pickup … [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...]
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...]
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...]
Keeping Your Camper Documents Organized
August 1, 2012 by · 2 Comments
I don't know if you are like me but I am the kind of person that needs to be organized or I'd be in completely chaos. For me there is nothing more frustrating than needing to find something only to discover I can't recall where I put it. So of course I needed to find a way to keep all of my vintage trailer documents and records organized all in one place. Liz … [Read more...]
Rally Set up
July 30, 2012 by · 10 Comments
Have you ever went on a camping trip and felt like you were having such fun that the time went by way too fast? That is how we felt this weekend at a rally. It was so nice to catch up with old friends and make new ones. We arrived on Thursday (next year I'm going a day early) and got all set up. This was Jelly Bean's first camping trip. Of course as usual I forgot … [Read more...]
Featured Trailer – Pink Shasta Compact FOR SALE!
June 5, 2012 by · 19 Comments
~~ SOLD~~ Isn't it every little big girls dream to have a pink Shasta Compact? Well, here is your opportunity. This adorable 1972 Shasta Compact trailer named "Tea Rose" is owned by Barbara in Richmond, VA and she is FOR SALE! Here are photos for you all. OK, get those drool rags out....here we go.... I covet that aqua fan and check out the aqua phone! … [Read more...]
Renovation on the 64 Shasta Compact
May 27, 2012 by · 10 Comments
Today was a busy day! We tore out the ceiling birch around the vent and on the front wall above the counter. We then put new birch in. The framing looked good around the vent so we didn't need to replace it. That was a nice surprise. We still have the trim to do but we ran out of birch so off to get more soon. Next we'll put up a back splash, install a subfloor, stain … [Read more...]
64 Shasta Compact Gets New Paint
May 23, 2012 by · 12 Comments
This little cutie is at the paint shop getting a new paint job. They finished the bottom half and today will paint the top half. Oh my, is she going to be so cute when she's all finished. Her original paint color was sort of a salmon color. This color is a bit brighter, which is what the buyer wanted and I think it will be adorable! I am having pink envy at the … [Read more...]
10 Things To Look For When Buying A Vintage Trailer
March 23, 2012 by · 43 Comments
I know many of you are on the hunt for that perfect vintage trailer and I wanted to share with you 10 things you should check for when looking at one you are thinking about buying. 1. Water Damage. Water is the #1 enemy when it comes to vintage trailers. When there is a leak it can get into the framing and cause some serious damage over time. Always check areas … [Read more...]
