Do you own a vintage camper or just love the retro look of these fun trailers? Here are 30+ cute vintage camper crafts that you are going to love!
Everywhere you look these days it seems that someone is gutting and making over a camper, van or RV. I especially love seeing someone update the inside of a vintage camper. They are already so beautiful on the outside, it is great to see them become beautiful on the inside again!
Not all of us are able to get a fun retro camper to makeover, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still show our love of these camping gems! I’ve collected over thirty super cute camper crafts from around the internet and I’m sharing them with you today.
Whether you call it a camper, a trailer or a caravan, you are going to love these crafts that celebrate the beauty of vintage campers! Scroll down and take a look. Which craft is your favorite?
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Holly Wade
Party Pinata
Make a DIY retro camper pinata for celebrating National Pinata Day (April 18th)! Use your favorite colors to create a homemade pinata that looks like a mid-century vintage camping trailer.
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2
Home Sweet Applique
You’ll love this sweet vintage camper applique pattern in an embroidery hoop! This makes very cute home decor, or a great gift idea.
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3
Spin a Yarn Crochet
Kawaii Camper
It’s camping season! Whether you’re all about that "glamp life" or really like to rough it, this amigurumi pattern will make any camping trip a whole lot cuter. Get the free pattern at the post.
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brianakdesigns.com
Crochet Pillow Cover
Crochet your own pillow cover featured a vintage camper and trees. Enjoy the camping theme all year round and display in your home, or keep in your RV!
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5
happiestcamper.com
Felt Camper
This super adorable felt camper is an easy sew project. Get the free pattern on this site and make your own! Love that the wheels are made with buttons.
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Wood Pallet Art
Share your love of travel with this unique “ready to roll” camper wood pallet art! It didn’t cost us much to make – we got the pallets for free. So fun!
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www.theyellowbirdhouse.com
Decorative Garland
Use your felt scraps to make this delightful garland. This would be cute for any celebration! Where would you hang this in your home?
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8
themerrythought.com
Cardboard Playhouse
Get your kids excited about camping at an early age with a cardboard camper playhouse that looks like an airstream!
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www.crafts-beautiful.com
Adventuring Pincushion
"Off you sew" . . . sew up this fun patchwork pincushion that is functional and cute. This little vintage camper craft is one of their most popular projects.
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sugarandcloth.com
Gingerbread Camper
Tired of the usual gingerbread houses you make each year? Ashley has a recipe and tutorial for making this retro camper gingerbread house. Isn't it delightful?
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11
rainbowhare.com
Sewing Machine Cover
Give your sewing machine a cute little makeover with this cover! How cute is that door, and the bunting, oh and the wheel . . .
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www.thescrapshoppeblog.com
Perler Bead Keychain
This DIY retro camper perler keychain is perfect to hold your camper keys, or just for fun if you wish you had one. You can take your love for trailers everywhere with this idea. Get the free perler bead pattern!Check out our summer perler bead patterns where we also have another camper variation.
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blog.missouriquiltco.com
Campers Quilt
The colors on this quilt are perfect for a retro camper design! Find a link to watch a video "how-to", get the pattern, and even shop for supplies.
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Holly Wade
Halloween Pumpkin
Turn a craft pumpkin into a vintage trailer with a little paint and washi tape bunting! Think of how the trick or treaters will squeal when they see this on your porch.
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15
suzyssitcom.com
Quilted Pot Holders
I love the bright colors and patterns used for these potholders. Get the free pattern and make your own quilted potholder campers for your kitchen.
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16
theletteredcottage.net
Cookie Jar Christmas
Create a fun winter scene in a glass cookie jar. The Airstream ornament looks so cute in this project. It is kind of like a snow globe you can't shake!
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17
sawsonskates.com
Napkin Holder
Use up some scrap wood and a little paint to make a vintage camper napkin holder. Complete plans are downloadable on this site.
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Kari Sweeten
Cross Stitch
Show your love of campers with this little cross stitch idea! Get the free pattern on this site. This is the cutest little love trailer for Valentine's Day.
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19
Sschmaltz
Shadow Box
Get step-by-step instructions for making your own layered paper shadow box display. This camper in front of mountains is charming!
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20
Amy Buchanan
Painted Rock
Don't you think this camper painted rock would look so cute in your garden? This is easy to create with acrylic paints.
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21
houseofspoon.blogspot.com
Camping Quilt
This adorable quilt is covered with fun camping images including many different campers and vans. June decided she wanted a camping theme for her baby's room and came up with this quilt.
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craft-o-maniac.com
Tote Bag
Use a stencil and paint to make this camper tote bag that looks really stylish with the canvas flowers added! I love the bright colors in this project.
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suzyssitcom.com
Valentine Card Box
A cardboard box, paint and assorted trims and papers come together to make this happy camper Valentine card box!
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24
www.craftystaci.com
Hot Pad
Learn how to make this DIY vintage camper hot pad with a step by step tutorial with photos. Plus you can download the pattern for free!
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The Yarn Gypsy
Teapot Cozy
Get your teapot nice and cozy with this crocheted cover. Use colors to match your kitchen or ones that just make you smile!
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26
Mish Volonino
DIY Dollhouse
This project was originally a DIY kit. When it arrived Mish decided to wing it because the instructions were in Chinese! I think that this turned out so much better than the original.
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27
www.oopsicraftmypants.com
Altered Altoids Tin Lid
Put this groovy creation on your desk or hand it on the wall. Although there isn't a step by step tutorial, she does explain how she went about creating this fun project.
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Angie Holden
Birdhouse Camper
Learn how to paint birdhouse campers for your home! These colorful birdhouses will make a big statement and have the birds coming back again and again.
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www.houseofhawthornes.com
Christmas Ornament
Use felt to create a retro camper Christmas ornament for your tree this year. Perfect for a travel themed tree or to remember a trip!
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30
Bev McCullough
Pixel Quilt
Do you like pixel quilts? They are pretty unique! Use your favorite fabrics to make this pixel quilt with a retro camper on it! Each square is on 2"x2".
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mrthurston
Outdoor Playhouse
This father made his kids a fun playhouse camper that attaches to their Big Wheels Jeep. Find out how, and make your own!
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