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

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

Setting up Camp!

Camping may be about being in the great outdoors, but Betty knows there is nothing wrong with bringing a few comforts from home. This summer head to the woods for some retro and rustic fun. Enamel or melmac plates are perfect for eating alfresco and nothing beats franks and beans over an open fire. You can even maintain Betty's sense of style with vintage inspired aprons, a must have for cooking outside. And, after the sun had gone down, use silver flashlights to set the mood while telling ghost stories and munching on s'mores. Could there be a better end to a camp day?

Clockwise from top left: dottieangel.etsy.com, countrylinevintage.etsy.com, MagieMia.etsy.com, RatPackPackRat.etsy.com, FuzzyMemories.etsy.com, S'mores, Allisonbean.etsy.com, beans