The Golden State

Betty may be an East Coast gal, but her fondness for California is deep. She visits The Golden State at least once a year. Whether spending time in Palm Springs or San Francisco, she always makes sure to soak up some West Coast sun which is why she loves the retro feel of this letterpress poster. From paperparasol, it would look great in any mid-century modern ranch!

Caravan Camper

From top: No Chintz, Snail Trail (2)

Long weekends are the perfect time to escape suburbia in a caravan outfitted with the bare essentials. OK, Betty's camper may not be bare, but who wouldn't enjoy a little peace and quiet in the country in this home away from home? Whether you skip town or stay in, create your own retro paradise inspired by a vintage getaway.

If you're lucky enough to have your own caravan, you can find the perfect fabric to make everything from an awning to cushions at www.nochintz.com. Or check out the beauties for rent at www.snailtrail.co.uk. Otherwise, make your kitchen or den feel like a mid-century trailer with Betty's Etsy picks.

Clockwise from top left: www.MarionberryCottage.etsy.com, www.MinjisShop.etsy.com, www.MaryLittfin.etsy.com, www.nickandnessies.etsy.com, www.knottednest.etsy.com, www.Ruthscrafts.etsy.com, www.BettysKitschen.etsy.com, www.JodysVintage.etsy.com, www.TheWeeShelf.etsy.com

Au revoir

Betty is off to the city of lights with her husband. Spring is the perfect time to visit Paris as the weather is lovely and the tourists have yet to arrive. Wearing the latest fashions, Betty and her husband people watch at street cafes while sipping cafe lattes and munching on croissants. They stroll the streets and enjoy the sights in the most romantic city in the world. Allured by the good food, cheese, pastries and wine they secretly wish to relocate and spend a year in France living among the Parisians!

Wherever you go this summer take vintage luggage like this set (www.modhuman.etsy.com) and everyone is sure to say ooh la la. See you in two weeks when Betty returns from France. Au revoir!

Honeymooners

Betty and her husband spent their two week honeymoon in Hawaii. It had just become the fiftieth state and they were eager to take in the local culture which was starting to make its way to the mainland. They would later tell their friends about afternoons laying on the beach and evenings at Hawaiian luaus. But the truth is they spent a lot of time in their hotel room! Add a little retro romance to your love life with vintage lingerie. Just because your honeymoon is over doesn't mean you have to dress that way!

Clockwise from top left: www.WillowCreekSparrow.etsy.com, www.zwzzy.etsy.com, www.Jewels4pandas.etsy.com, www.seprila.etsy.com, www.littleveggievintage.etsy.com, www.ultravioletvintage.com

When The Road Is Calling

Every summer Betty loads the kids into the car, her husband fumbles with his map, and they are off. But Betty is not the type of woman to spend two weeks driving across the country squished into their old Ford. Yes, she knows that comfort waits at every site they visit because of the new Airstream trailer attached to their car. Outfitted with all the necessities of home, Betty’s family is ready for anything! Sitting outside in their Russel Woodard chairs they start each morning sipping coffee and end every night wrapped in blankets looking up at the stars. The only time the kids complain is when they start to head home.

Whether you're restoring a mid-century trailer, just bought a new Airstream, or redecorating your mobile home, check out Betty’s vintage Etsy finds. Don’t forget the kitsch! Cute planters like the ceramic bird above and old beer coasters are simple and fun!

If sleeping in a trailer is your idea of the perfect vacation, then check out these wonderfully retro mobile home hotels.

The Shady Dell Trailer Court: Bisbee, AZ

StarLux: Wildwood, NJ

BelRepayre Airstream and Retro Trailer Park: Southern France

Kate’s Lazy Meadow Motel: Mt. Tremper, NY

Clockwise from top left: BelRepayre Airstream and Retro Trailer Park, EmilyLynch.etsy.com, JLRinaldi.etsy.com, The Shady Dell Trailer Court, BettysKitschen.etsy.com, LaBellaVitaBoutique.etsy.com, The Shady Dell Trailer Court, kitschcafe.etsy.com, thevintagesupplyco.etsy.com