I received this question the other day and I thought it might be helpful to anyone else that may also be looking to tow a vintage trailer with a 4 cylinder car. Question: "I've been seeking a vintage trailer (10-14 ft) that I can pull w/my 4 cylinder car. There must be a bathroom." Answer: "A vintage trailer of the size you are looking for that has a bathroom … [Read more...]
Curtain fabric for a vintage trailer?
June 1, 2012 by · 29 Comments
I need some opinions and who better to ask than you all! I have about 7 yards of this retro style kitchen fabric. I personally think it's adorable. However, I need to know what you all think as far as using this fabric for curtains in a vintage camper? I'm on the fence because it has of course "kitchen appliances" featured in it and not sure if it would look a bit off … [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...]
Vintage Trailers at Tin Can Tourist Spring Rally
May 20, 2012 by · 22 Comments
The TCT rally event at Camp Dearborn was another huge success! If you've never attended a rally, I really encourage you to go. We pulled in and set up on Thursday. That night everyone gathered under the giant tent area armed with their crock pot dishes to share. YUM! Then Friday we spent the day shopping at antique shops in Howell, MI. Friday night they had a great … [Read more...]
1964 Shasta Compact followed me home
May 5, 2012 by · 20 Comments
Isn't she cute?! I went and picked her up yesterday. What was suppose to be a 6 hour journey round trip turned into a 10 hour journey due to a major highway being flooded. I think we sat in bumber to bumber traffic for 2 1/2 hours. Although it wasn't without a few smiles. There was about 4 people that inched up beside us and whipped out their camera phones taking … [Read more...]
How to make easy vintage trailer dinette cushions
April 19, 2012 by · 91 Comments
So this is the fabric I picked out for the 1956 Southland Runabout. It's quite a contrast to the whimsical interior of our 61 Shasta Compact, but I really feel this vintage trailer commands a more toned down feel especially because of the darker wood interior. So this is what I decided on. I hope you like it! Here is the finished cushions. Ok, now on to … [Read more...]
Vintage Trailer Craft Projects
March 8, 2012 by · 2 Comments
I thought this would be a creatively fun post! I'm completely inspired by the talents of these creative folks that make these adorable vintage trailer and caravan pieces of art! The first is this tin camper birdhouse. How cute is this!? The details are amazing. Photo courtesy of High Milage Trikes Photo courtesy of High Milage Trikes I love these … [Read more...]
What followed me home; 63 Shasta Compact!
February 24, 2012 by · 22 Comments
Guess what founds it's way hitched to my bumper last night? A 1963 Shasta Compact with original birch interior. Overall it's in very good shape and I can tell the previous owners took care of it. The tires are like new. It does have a bit of A-typical water damage around the roof vent but the leak it had was repaired and it doesn't leak now. It also has some previous … [Read more...]
Before & After Vintage Stove porcelain
February 20, 2012 by · 40 Comments
For quite some time I've stared at this brown stove in my Shasta Compact and it stuck out like a sore thumb. Not that brown is a completely awful color but it's really not a fun color and it certainly doesn't do much to brighten up my little kitchen. So with that said, I sent my stove top and door off to be re-porcelained. Applying new porcelain requires stripping … [Read more...]
