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Across the Fence:  My 1957 Trailer...NEW SOTF TRAILER PICS!  |
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La Patite Ferme
True Blue Farmgirl
623 Posts
Jenn
CA
USA
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 Posted - May 20 2008 : 3:29:53 PM
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Oh MaryJane you've gone and done it - got me thinking (again) about my dream of tootling around the country and the Sisters website did nothing to disuade my daydreaming. The worst part - Ebay has dozens of pre-1970 trailers for auction. And - at good prices too. Some in better shape than others of course. But the one with the tourquise (sp?) trim, oven and stove about sent me over the edge.
Glad to see y'all coming to Ventura in 2009. Are you having a trailer display too? Would love to come and check out the group. Maybe other Ventura Farmgurls would too. |
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2008 : 7:52:41 PM
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Oh Jenn, it would be wonderful to see you in Ventura, CA! Yes, you will have to come by and say hey and see all the 150+ trailers! If you became a Sister on the Fly you could even tent with us! I am helping plan that Giddy Up! If you have any questions just put a shout out there to me! Katmom-Grace is coming!
Thanks Bunches farmgirls for all your posts!!! Little ButtonWillow is jumping up & down on her "tires" with all this attention!
Now off to eBay to check out those cuties!!!
Hugs, Maryjane Lee
Farmgirl Sister #44
http://thebeehivecottage.blogspot.com
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cathy cobblestone
True Blue Farmgirl
194 Posts
cathy
greensburg
ky
USA
194 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2008 : 8:02:32 PM
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Oh Mary Jane - that is the cutest thing ever!!! I know you all had so much fun - especially fly fishing. I would love to try that sometime. LOOOOOOOOOOVE Your Ride!! Makes me want to go find one to decorate myself - better yet - I'd love to come and visit you and just take a ride in that Little ButtonWillow of yours. You are to much fun! Have loads of laughs and good times in your precious lil' travel trailer. Happy Travels to ya! Cathy
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shepherdgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1008 Posts
Tracy
California
USA
1008 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2008 : 8:17:33 PM
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My sister-in-law fixed her trailer up really cute like yours! It just amazes me. I look at one of those old things and don't know WHAT to do with it! My husband bought a REALLY neat old motor home a few years ago and I had dreams of "girly-ing" it all up, but he ADAMENTLY refused to let me even hang new curtians!! So, it's HIS domain (for NOW....he..he..he..).
Besides, I've never really gotten to ride in it even, let alone stay in it somewhere--- the farm and all the critters keep me home-- but SOMEDAY, my passion for the farm and the living things that roam on it will wane (hmm....) and I WILL get my hands on that Motorhome of his!!!
Thanks for sharing. I LOVE It!!! (PS-- I couldn't resist the Jane Austin Quiz. I'm "Elizabeth Bennet!") ~~~ Happy trails to you! Tracy |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2008 : 11:00:21 PM
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Hey miss wilma & Jenn and any others who suffer from "wunderlust" & 'itty bitty trailer fevor',,,,you are always welcome to join in the fun w/the "sisters", you don't even need a trailer, tho that is half the fun.
Maryjane is coming up to Spokane in June & we are camping over in McCall, ID. We are the ying & yang, she is sweet country chic & I am mid-century,post modern in our trailers, that's what makes it such fun. We all have fun decorating our trailers to our personalities...
Yep, I will be there for the big Giddy-up in Ventura in 2009....I know Maryjane & I would love to meet up with any of you (hint hint, Jenn) while we are there.
Marjane, I showed my DH the pic's of you & your DH & Buttonwillow, I just might have him pursueded into buying a 2nd trailer(canned ham)...
Miss Wilma, I had the good fortune to meet Becky & her sister Maurrie @ the Walla Walla get together. Both are super nice ladies. So what are you waiting for? go get that trailer...
oh & by the by, don't shop ebay, check out your local craigs list and even the Sisters on the Fly forum for vintage trailers for sale. If all fails, while out & about, if you see a vintage trailer, just knock on the door & ask if it might be for sale, I actually have a friend who did that, she left her phone # with the couple and got a call back several days later & shortly after that was the proud new owner of an old trailer. Just be aware, most older trailer do have issues, after all they are old. The biggest problem is usualy water leakage, but that is a fixable issue to say the least. So no more excuses get to crackin' and get your self atrailer & come fish w/maryjane & me...
more ying & yang...Maryjane is a fly gal & I am a lake/stream gal...but we both have fun none the less. 
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
mjf#72
Sisters on the Fly#472
www.katmom4.blogspot.com
www.katmom44.blinkz.com
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La Patite Ferme
True Blue Farmgirl
623 Posts
Jenn
CA
USA
623 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2008 : 09:01:12 AM
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Grace, you and MJ are sooo sweet. I'm seriously considering registering for Sisters so i can be notified of the trips. Can't go on a lot of them because of DD, but a few. Not a fly gal, but do like to fish and ride and shop and be outdoors. Not too many of my lady friends like that, even sis. They are more resort hotel types. So it would be nice to team up with gals who like to be outside.
I read on another vintage trailer site to stay away from ebay also. The site mentioned leins and title issues affecting the insurability. Just curious as to your reasons why.
Well gotta stop daydreaming and get back to work.
But, I know I'll be looking every time I'm on the road.
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2008 : 12:27:39 PM
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Hey Jenn, you can surely go to the Giddy Up "Califorian Drean'in" in April 2008! We have sisters from all over the counrty come to it and this time it will be your in back yard! Hope you join!
Hugs, Maryjane Lee
Farmgirl Sister #44
http://thebeehivecottage.blogspot.com
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CountryBorn
True Blue Farmgirl
1545 Posts
Mary Jane
New York
USA
1545 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2008 : 2:10:14 PM
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I love your little trailer! That is so cute. The way you have it decorated is perfect. MJ
There can be no happiness if the things we believe in are different from the things we do. Freya Stark |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - May 22 2008 : 7:54:32 PM
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Jenn, I find that the trailers are more expensive on ebay & unless it is in your community where you can see it, it's sort of a crap-shoot...
So go ahead & join up, a lot of the gals do local get togethers as well as the bigger trips posted on the SOTF board. One of the local Washington gals has a "Circle-Up" at her place in NW Washington & she does it every year & put's out an email to the Wash. gals to invite them. So there is no cost 'cept, your gas & food.
And like sweet maryjane said, , in 2009 SOTF will have their major event right there in your neck of the woods, Ventura, up at the fairgrounds...so you can imagine all the fun, food & shopping that will take place.
Most likely I will fly down & stay at my mom's house in Newbury Park and use my sisters 5th wheel to camp in for that trip. It will also give me a chance to catch up w/the SOCAL Gals & my old firends....
So what are you waiting for, go join up and then have fun scouting for that perfect trailer. Put the word out to all your friends that you are looking for a late model small trailer, you might just be surprised to find out that someone might know of one for sale. Also check Craigs list and the classified, ya just never know where that special little trailer might be...the hard part is comming up with the perfect name for it! lol! I call mine "lil Twinkie" cuz it reminds me of the white creamy filling in a Twinkie bar...
So what are you waiting for missy, 'get er dun!' you'll be glad you did.
Oh, and not all the gals have vintage trailers. Some have van conversions, some have 70's & 80's trailers and some even have brand new trailers. It's all about the fun.
Also- get something you are comfortable towing. My motorhome is 21' and drives like a dream & yes I use it for SOTF events, and my trailer is 13' feet, but the actual trailer is 10' front to back window- so you learn to pack light & minimal... I tow it w/my Jeep Grand Cherokee.
So have I convinced you yet?
hugz,
>^..^<
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
mjf#72
Sisters on the Fly#472
www.katmom4.blogspot.com
www.katmom44.blinkz.com
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La Patite Ferme
True Blue Farmgirl
623 Posts
Jenn
CA
USA
623 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2008 : 4:06:21 PM
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Alright Alright Grace
I signed up yesterday, but haven't heard back yet. Also spoke with the guy who does maintenance on my stock trailer. He said no to ebay too. Said 2 customers of his spent a lot and got garbage. Better to buy locally where you can go check it out. Gave me some other tips too. Talked with a friend about Sisters (thought she may be interested) and now I think everyone in town knows I'm looking, but that's Moorpark - ya know
I'm selling my 16' stock trailer before I get too serious about the camp trailer (anyone interested?)to make room and talking with a few people who fix up the vintage trailers, just to see what I would be getting myself into if I went that route.
No problem towing a trailer w/ the SUV and don't mind driving a motorhome, mom and dad had a 40'er and we pulled the 16'er. My challenge is  backing up a long trailer. My 12'er is a dream, but I always had trouble with the 16'. So, I decided no trailer bigger than 16' - I'll just practice
Anyway I'm on the hunt now - that's half the fun. DD thought I was crazy until she saw Maryjane's 1957 cutie and the Sisters website. Now - she thinks she's driving this process. I told her NO WAY - IT'S ALL ABOUT ME - and if your good maybe I'll invite you along. 15-year olds - sheesh.
I'll keep ya posted. |
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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
592 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2008 : 5:05:46 PM
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Wow MaryJane, what a great blog you have. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your trailer! Are they hard to find? My sisters and I would die for one of those. How many can it sleep?
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" |
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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
592 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2008 : 5:10:56 PM
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BTW, your family picture is outstanding! What a beuatiful bunch of people!
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2008 : 5:42:16 PM
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I would love to someday have a little trailer too! I like someone said- it seems a bit like playing house!
Did your trailer come painted that color or did you fix her up?
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
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Linder
True Blue Farmgirl
592 Posts
Linda
Lake Forest
IL
USA
592 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2008 : 6:21:19 PM
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OK, I gotta admit to catching a bee in my bonnet so I checked the local Craigslist.org postings and this is what I found. With a little love...
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/rvs/691722922.html
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/rvs/690060832.html
I tell you what, after looking at what's out there I am even more appreciative of the gorgeous trailer that you have MaryJane. Did you redo the inside or was it that pristine when you got it?
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" |
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lavender gal
True Blue Farmgirl
64 Posts
grace
wantagh
ny
USA
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2008 : 6:09:04 PM
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Yeah Jenn! I am thrilled you joined!!! YooooooHoooooooo! You will LOVE Sisters on the Fly! WE are going back to the Kern River in September to play and flfish! Hint......!
Hey Linda! Love the little trailers you are looking at! These little cuties are sooooooo much fun!
My trailer sleeps 5!!!!!!!!!!! Heehee! That is what the borchure says!!!! It could fit a double bed in there, it has a bunk over the bed and the dinette area turns into a bed! To funny huh? But it fits me just fine but but when hubby comes, it is tight! I shoo him out in the early morning!!
Thanks for visiting my blog to!
Hope you all had a wonderful Memorial Day weekend! We just got back from the Colorado River...home for a little bit then off to katmom-Grace's in WA! WooooooHoooo one more time! xo
Hugs, Maryjane Lee
Farmgirl Sister #44
http://thebeehivecottage.blogspot.com
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Renee M. in Michigan
True Blue Farmgirl
54 Posts
Renee
Allendale
MI
USA
54 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2008 : 8:54:06 PM
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I can't wait to show my husband your pics -- he's gonna wee. We LOVE vintage campers that haven't been "modernized" too much. Yours is for sure a keeper. Could it be any more charming? No, I don't think so. You've done a terrific job perserving the character and "feel" of this era camper while making it cozy, inviting, and well, I need to stop typing now because the drool is getting my keyboard all wet. . .
Thanks for sharing,
Renee M. up in the mitten
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2008 : 9:39:13 PM
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Maryjane,
Yours sleeps 5 ??? wowzer!
Boy are you in for a surprize when you camp w/me....mine says it can sleep 4(they better be some really small people! lol) I sleep comfy, 2 will be intersting---did I mention you are the guinea pig??? haha! we'll have to do "scissors-rock-paper" to see who gets the bankette/bed & who gets to little sofa/bed...as for the so called Bunk, there is no way I would trust it except for maybe a 10 lb child. so I tossed the Bunk attachments. 20 more days.
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
mjf#72
Sisters on the Fly#472
www.katmom4.blogspot.com
www.katmom44.blinkz.com
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2008 : 9:48:51 PM
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YEAH JENNN! You go girl!
Let MJ & me know when you get your SOTF#...
How kooool!
Don't be afraid about buying a trailer...mine was a major fixer-upper and a lot of SOTF gals buy fixers. The most important thing is to make sure it is road worthy. There is a Sister up in VTA and one in Thousand Oaks. Once you have access to the forum/members list you can find them and contact them to pick their brain on their trailers.
Oh, and Dale lives in Pt Hueneme....she bought her trailer from another SOTF sister.
Oh, by the by...do they still turn off the lights & roll up the streets @ 8pm in Moorpark??? LOL!
I was so bummed when the Kmart went out,,,it wasn't much, but it sure beat having to go over the hill to Cam....T.O. or Simi....and we were elated when the Target-Kohls & Michaels plaza came in.... Anything new out in MRPK?
hugz
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
mjf#72
Sisters on the Fly#472
www.katmom4.blogspot.com
www.katmom44.blinkz.com
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La Patite Ferme
True Blue Farmgirl
623 Posts
Jenn
CA
USA
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Posted - May 26 2008 : 10:08:10 PM
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Grace,
We have a few new restaurants that stay open until 9pm. WhooHoo
After that it's only fastfood. I'm trying to remember when you moved -I think the Do-It Center was here, but they close at 6:00, Home Depot put their project on hold 'cause of the economy, OH! we're getting an English store kinda like Trader Joe's I think and a Wal-Greens. Drug stores are like pizza joints here - one on every corner. Don't think we need that many, but you know the City Council. Gotta get their tax money and totally disregard the fact that the town can't support this many retail stores. Have several still empty - I can't stand that.
I'll let you know what I hear from Sisters. I'm figuring they're away for the holiday. |
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
2195 Posts |
Posted - May 27 2008 : 1:45:30 PM
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Renee you are so funny! I love that this trailer still has it's vintage charm and has not been changed. My husband wanted it road worthy for me to travel so the underside is completley new...axle, leavesprings, tires, bearings, brakes, electric brake lighting, new tongue...all trailer talk girls! This little gal has learned alot since buying her first trailer! xo
Hugs, Maryjane Lee
Farmgirl Sister #44
http://thebeehivecottage.blogspot.com
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - May 27 2008 : 4:36:11 PM
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Oh how fun this has been to read. And you gals hooked one, proably more than one.
yes, I still have our lovely canned ham. We haven't worked on it yet but have collected a few things here and there for restoring it. It will be loads of fun, have to finish some projects in the house. Priorities priorities.......lol
Happy traveling,
cs
listening to the quiet moments
Farmgirl #39
www.Quitemoments.blogspot.com |
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annefannie
True Blue Farmgirl
60 Posts
Ann
Corona
California
USA
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Cindy MooLou
Farmgirl in Training
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Cindy
Idaho
USA
10 Posts |
Posted - May 27 2008 : 7:46:08 PM
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Hi MaryJane,
Your "Willow Button" has personality. I have been earnestly seeking a small 50's model like that for the past two years.
Fish on!
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Jeanna
True Blue Farmgirl
267 Posts
Jeanna
Franklin
NC
USA
267 Posts |
Posted - May 28 2008 : 04:55:59 AM
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Oh MaryJane,
I want one! What a cute trailer. You are so lucky.
Jeanna
Farmgirl Sister #41
If both of our troubles were hung on a line--You would take yours and I would take mine. |
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Across the Fence: My 1957 Trailer...NEW SOTF TRAILER PICS! |
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My 1957 Trailer...NEW SOTF TRAILER PICS!
