Vintage
Trailer Enthusiast
Passionate about restoring retro trailers on a budget, I have transformed vintage campers into cozy havens. Not all of my experiences were fun and games and I made a ton of newbie mistakes. Explore my trailer renovation journey here, mishaps and all.
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Photo courtesy Iconic Pinups, trailer Lila Castellanos.
Trailer Fred, a classic 1969 Aristocrat Lo-Liner, found his way into our lives near Bishop, CA in 2017. Though he arrived in rough shape, his vintage charm was undeniable. Despite our best efforts, he never quite received the reno he deserved, leaving him as a cherished piece of our journey. Join us in celebrating the spirit of Trailer Fred, a true relic of the open road.
Trailer Fred
Little Fred, for sale by the side of the highway.
Actual image of Fred, parked on the highway, waiting for me to spy him.
Fred, on his way out of my life.
Little Fred, for sale by the side of the highway.
Trailer Ethel
Ethel, the 1969 Shasta Stratoflyte trailer I stumbled upon while returning home with Trailer Fred, stole my heart instantly. She may have been big, boxy, and a bit unassuming on the outside, but inside, she was a true gem—like the homely girl with glasses with a heart of gold. For years, she parked beside my house serving as a cozy guest room and my creative workshop. I only camped in her once due to her size and my towing fears, but the memories we created together will always hold a place in my heart.
Ethel, where I saw her first, at a mechanic shop on the road home from Bishop,
Hideous window A/C unit!
She found a new home with her next owner, as another spare room. Ethel love!
Ethel, where I saw her first, at a mechanic shop on the road home from Bishop,
Trailer Ginger
Ginger was my third trailer, a charming 1965 Aristocrat Lo-Liner that carried both my hopes and heartache. Camping adventures with an ex-boyfriend to creating sweet memories with my kids, she was filled with love, laughter, and the vibrant hues of her turquoise appliances. After our breakup, I poured my heart into her, hoping to reclaim the joy she once brought me. Yet, despite all the effort, Ginger remained a bittersweet reminder of the past, and it was time to let go and embrace something new.
Little Ginger, brought home in 2019.
She was so cute, and needed very little work!
Ginger at the Grand Canyon, our last trip together.
Little Ginger, brought home in 2019.
Trailer Tabitha
Tabitha was challenging from the get-go. I picked her up at a neighborhood garage sale and paid a little more than I would have liked (didn't play hard ball this time). Come to discover that the seller had covered over a really weak sub-floor of crumbling particleboard with plank flooring, so you couldn't feel it inside. Fixing the sub-floor led to discovering rotted framing all around, so she ended up as a full on restoration from the ground up. Sadly, I never got to finish her. A breakup and buying a townhouse left me with no where to store her or continue her restoration. Sold to a woman who wanted to turn her into a mobile store, but then saw her two years later for sale again on Craigslist. So heartbreaking after all the work that went into her!
Even with a thorough inspection, you don't find all the warts. Make sure to check the roof!
Trailing Tabitha home after purchase at a yard sale.
Finished cabinets, don't they look great? Sadly I had to sell her, after all this hard work. Tragic!
Even with a thorough inspection, you don't find all the warts. Make sure to check the roof!
Trailer Mary Ann
Our newest addition! I bought Trailer Mary Ann, a 1966 Aristocrat Land Commander, in the summer 2025. This adorable atomic star was ready to camp from day one. Although a little plain Jane, she's captured our hearts. So comfortable, roomy and plenty of storage space! Stay tuned for her renovation journey!
