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...]
Story of the $300 Vintage Trailer
I have a story to share with you all about the last 48 hours of my life. So it goes something like this... It was 12:45 am (yes, I was up way past my bedtime) when I saw an ad for a vintage trailer that someone was selling and it read as follows: "1963 camper. Has been partially remodeled when there was a family illness. Now we must sale. New carpet. New partial … [Read more...]
61 Shasta Compact “Buttercup” For Sale
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...]
Tips for Winterizing Your Vintage Trailer
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
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...]
Camping Couture – Just What Every Glamper Needs!
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...]
Funky Junk Farms Vintage Trailers
Funky Junk Farms is located in California and they provide vintage trailers and other cool period items as props to various movie studios. I thought you all would enjoy these videos where they go through several of the trailers they have. Enjoy! Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 … [Read more...]
Seeburg Wall-O-Matic Juke Box
Do you all remember these? Do you remember sitting at a diner and being able to put in a dime or quarter and play a couple of tunes right at your table? OK, I admit I probably wasn't quite born yet to remember but I have seen modern ones in diner's in California. This is a Seeburg Wall-O-Matic 100 Juke Box. This little table top version would sit at the table in a … [Read more...]