1971 Shasta Camper Makeover
Perhaps it’s their small size or their easy transportation, but it feels like camper makeovers are on the rise. We get emails about campers and RVs being made over on a regular basis and it makes me wonder if petite campers might start to come back into production more if this demand keeps up. Until then, I love seeing people that give these older campers a new life with a little bit of hard work and paint. This cheerful 1971 Shasta Compact Camper makeover comes from Paul and Fuelling of . They recently finished remodeling this camper for a client on the Outer Banks of North Carolina and the final result is pretty darn adorable.
Sam Harriss of was looking for a lightweight trailer to use as a mobile cocktail bar for weddings, festivals and parties, but the little caravan she found had seen better days. Paul and Kim saved the day by totally gutting the trailer, taking it off the wheels, reframing it and giving it a new paint job. I love how sweet the final camper looks and hope to bump into this in person one day when visiting family in North Carolina. Until then, click through to read about Paul and Kim’s makeover process! [Additional sourcing below] xo, grace
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Lighting & Hardware: (stockist of color cord lighting)
Handmade Bark Tanned Leather for Bench:
Fabric for Curtains (Sewn by Kim):
Heart Pine reclaimed from old pickle factory used throughout remodel










This little makeover is so adorable!!
Oh this little trailer is just a dream! I wish I could do that!
I remodeled a trailer just like this about 15 years ago. It was adorable but after taking it on one trip I sold it. It was sooooo heavy; 30 mph top speed across Kansas in a headwind is no fun.
OMG. One of our bucket list things is to buy one to go camping with and use as a travelling boutique. One day… Thanks for this post. It renewed the dream in my mind.
So Cute!!! I wish I had one of these little guys to make over.
Wow how cute! Love the idea of an elevated, mobile bar. Putting this on my “future wedding ideas” list!
Ooooh!! I love this, what a great idea. I can tell they put a lot of love into this. Great job Sam Harriss!
The details on the window trim is just amazing. The neon stripes and the rounded corners, not to mention the overlapping wing. Great job!
Thank you so, so much Design Droits-Humains for featuring the amazing work of Kim+Paul Fuelling of Mabel Studios! Excited to see Camp Cocktail into the future!
This makeover is a dream! Great job!
I am actually in the process of renovating a 1966 Shasta myself but will be acting as a mobile vintage and handmade clothing boutique. It’s been a tall order so far but I cannot wait until it’s finished! This article is definitely an inspiration, their Shasta is a dream!
Could you send me the pattern for the wings they are adorable.
This little camper is adorable! I appreciate the hard work and creativity that went into it. My hubby and I remodeled 72 Frolic which is now a glamper. It was a labor of love. We are taking it camping for the first time this fall – I can’t wait! If you want a peek at her she’s on my blog :)
I love this!! What did you use for that benchtop?
My wife and I are in the process of remodeling a 1962 Traveleze trailer. We were wondering if you had the windows custom made or if you bought them made like that in the picture? We really love the style & look of it!
Love!! Redoing a 67 Cardinal right now.. Where did you get your window to serve out of?
Oh my goodness!! This is ADORABLE!!! What a clever idea, and lovely remodel.
Hi there, We are restoring completely a 1953 Aljoa in hopes to use as the same type of business venture…we are at day 4 and excited to complete this….Ill post to Pinterest after completion….Love your ideas!
What is the window size and height from ground
i love this.
Did you get professional help with the makeover, was it expensive to make the caravan like this? I want to build my own food trailer too :)
That wood is just beautiful! Nice job!
Hi. Were you concerned about not keeping the original layout with cabinets, etc? I understand that the engineering of these is a unibody. They are designed to stay together at extreme speeds and road conditions, by the way they are connected inside and out. Please advise. Thanks.
Absolutely love this reno! Would you by chance have plan details on the windows? We are renovating a travel camper and would love to mimic these windows if possible!