GLAMPING with the QUEEN

GLAMPING APRON

Just finished my glamping apron , made from a vintage prom dress. She matches my coral Coleman coolers....WOOT WOOT

Back bustle

 PINTEREST

POLISHING ALUMINUM

 

Here is the progress I've made so far using a wonderful product from Vintage Trailer Supply called Nuvite polishing compound.

Can't imagine what someone would charge to do it. I also found a nifty trick.

If you use Never Dull wadding polish ($4.87 )first and get the majority of the black off, then use your nuvite, you can get by alot cheaper with the same result.

 

Here is the link I used, free ship too! http://www.amazon.com/Eagle-One-1035605-Nevr-Dull-Wadding/dp/B000CNBI1A/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1375412956&sr=8-12&keywords=aluminum+polish

 

 

RECYCLED BOWL SINK

I am in need of a cute sink in my 1963 Shasta Camper. For glamping , I feel the pressure of steppng it up to keep up with all the adorable little campers these girls are putting together. Here is what I came up with. A repurposed/ recycled bowl I had from a previous pitcher and bowl stand.

I ordered a diamond bit drill blade from Amazon, as they were much cheaper than our local hardware store.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0057DOJ98/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The drain thingy I got from ebay...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/RV-TUB-SHOWER-SINK-TOUCH-DRAIN-CHROME-2-1-2-INCH-COMPLETE-/130661683659?pt=Motors_RV_Trailer_Camper_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1e6c0b11cb&vxp=mtr

And here it is all drilled and done...Note : you must spray water on the drill bit as it is cutting in order to keep the ceramic or glass you are cutting cool and avoid breakage.

Here is the Lavabo that will hang on the wall for the water faucet.

HORSES TO PULL MY CHARIOT

        The 4x4 Ford that will pull my Chariot!

         My father in law checking progress

VINTAGE SHASTA RECYCLED WINDOW

My  1963 Shasta was missing one of her side windows due to the previous owner having a window air conditioner in it. I have been looking high and low for a replacement to no avail ....yet. This afternoon I dug through all my miscellaneous boxes and came up with this for now. I have to admit... kinda love it!
It's made with a scrap piece of  wood that I painted silver, then attached a mirror and a floor grate to it.

SHE'S HOME!!!!

Today I finally got my baby home!!!!

 Let the glamification begin!!!!

RECYCLED WOOD FLOORING

Today the hubs and I wet on a picking excursion to the local pallet factory. 

I was AMAZED at all the treasures I found! 

My dinette box seats, the side pull out couch frame , and all my wood flooring!!

WOW, AND FREE!!!

You could stain and varnish at this point. I wanted a french decor, so I whitewashed it with some watered down paint and a broom. Then it was sealed really good with a clear satin exterior sealer.

 

NEW GLAMPING WIG

Oh Yeahhh !! 

I'll be havin' fun with this one!

COMPLETED DINETTE CUSHIONS

DINETTE CUSHION

Today I started laying out the fabric for my dinette cushions.

 I'm trying to get leopard print and pink roses to jive with the Parisian chic fashion.

 I cut the 6 inch thick foam with a electric knife, and let me tell you it cut like butter!!!

My helper Foxxy!

This is as far as I got before I remembered I forgot to get zippers!!!

I need the good metal ones, so I had to order them from Ebay. Just another bump in the road ..uugghhh.

DINETTE CUSHION FABRIC

WOOT WOOT ! just found the upholstery fabric for the dinette cushions ...6 yards including shipping under 20 bucks!!!Might have to tea stain it if the colors are too bold but hey...what a deal!

AWNING TRIM AND BANNERS

Here's what I've put together so far for the awning fabrics, and pennant/ banner doodles for the sides...

BOONDOCKING IN THE USA

I found this great website, thought I would share....

On this web site you can contact people from all corners of the world who love RVing, boondocking, and traveling on a budget.

In North America in particular, many of us seek out Walmart stores, truck stops, and casinos for free overnight parking on route to our destinations. While we will likely continue to use these businesses, what would it be like to be welcomed by thousands of fellow RVers to spend the night parked on their private property instead?

http://www.boondockerswelcome.com/content/about-boondockers-welcome

PORTA POTTIE

Well I was up aaaaallllll night thinking about porta potties for the Shasta. I need a bathroom , and the pesky wheel well is getting in my way!
Here  is the style I'm interested in...
http://www.amazon.com/Thetford-Porta-Portable-Toilet-92856/dp/B006WPQN2G/ref=pd_luc_gc_rec_01_01_t_lh?ie=UTF8&psc=1


I just wish I could find a great quality one in low profile, so I don't have to step up to it...

FLEXIBLE AWNING RAIL

This is the awning rail I decided to go with.It is marine grade flexible pvc.
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http://www.csctextiles.com/jef_04awn-01.htm



I will be sewing a  5/16" diameter marine grade cord thru  a hem on one side of my awning, then feed it thru the channel.

I still need to get:

* Adjustable tent poles
 
* Heavy Duty tent stakes
 
* Tie-Down lines

* Tension adjusters for lines

* Medium weight spring for each  tie-down line

* Small pulley for each tie-down line

* Metal Washer for each tie down line instead           of a knot

* Awning rail pulley


http://www.vintageawning.blogspot.com

https://picasaweb.google.com/102508300905463390757/HowToSetUPAVIntageTrailerAwningAllBYYourself#slideshow/5783290635956847202

CUSHION AND CROWN MOLDING FOAM

Well after two days scouring the internet, I think I finally found my foam . I won't order until the Shasta is in the driveway, because I really don't want to screw up measurements. The great thing about this company is free shipping. I love that!!!

Also I found the cutest foam crown molding from this site. Because it's foam it bends any way you want, and is lightweight. All you do is glue it up and paint. I'm thinking because of the canned ham roundness, it is gonna be sooo cute.

Here is the link ...check it out.
http://www.foambymail.com

NEW GLAMPING PRETTIES ORDERED