tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-43648601872525627872024-03-05T03:43:05.239-08:00The Adventures of AmeliaCharityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07833308826244249227noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-78931440447148237642011-06-10T18:13:00.000-07:002011-06-11T11:30:13.429-07:00Making (Amelia) Lovely!A few days ago, one of my favorite blogs <a href="http://makingitlovely.com/">Making It Lovely</a> posted a design plan + <a href="https://global.americanexpress.com/myca/intl/catalog/emea/action?request_type=un_intlCatalog&action=CatalogHomePage&Face=en_EU">Amex Membership Rewards Points</a> giveaway contest to the person who needed it most. I think that little Amelia the Airstream would be a both a wonderful small social space design plan challenge AND she certainly needs everything so any points would help! <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ3bXtbUVuyw55KBzIWnBepdJSWPz-7nMHVGgQGwECrGdxZVHygdHYbub4QonzkIUpjMYdYtSadyUlJC-rS-ym9jHuHfT19esoYQUYCmW8Cqcp2E9P1ZmYUCxxorMImd14AhaaZmhfJHw/s1600/2_Amelia_Exterior.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 220px; height: 277px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ3bXtbUVuyw55KBzIWnBepdJSWPz-7nMHVGgQGwECrGdxZVHygdHYbub4QonzkIUpjMYdYtSadyUlJC-rS-ym9jHuHfT19esoYQUYCmW8Cqcp2E9P1ZmYUCxxorMImd14AhaaZmhfJHw/s400/2_Amelia_Exterior.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617029257449875298" /></a><br />(Her little exterior details are what makes her so sweet)<br /><br />Amelia has recently been gutted and is currently one open space, but soon enough she will have a bathroom at one end, a small kitchenette and a few booth-like convertible seating to sleeping spaces. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTq5DP7_mM-dlW8AQjOq2ZMSRDkYHJPieOeMhtRwvxUl7DwqETdamHaSQ-J7qdn5zIEBdeY6jB4qZYUKzPvnq_QB0xgvogqebVA17cqFVCIXk2sAgz3WNMeEahZUzI5h331y-ps3jjc6Q/s1600/5_Amelia_Old_Interior.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 259px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTq5DP7_mM-dlW8AQjOq2ZMSRDkYHJPieOeMhtRwvxUl7DwqETdamHaSQ-J7qdn5zIEBdeY6jB4qZYUKzPvnq_QB0xgvogqebVA17cqFVCIXk2sAgz3WNMeEahZUzI5h331y-ps3jjc6Q/s400/5_Amelia_Old_Interior.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617029534601171266" /></a><br />(although I love vintage, I don't love moldy mess, this was the old interior)<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXNRo80dmzqlD1yb9Ykx17Ct_6IEfROeG8XQGSV1O9Cbgg_AdGv8ISAitGAgIN9Xnqeqz0leuNj30ndmS7wv0k3NWAGAU0qYL4q1KwvmP6IbOTFcEq2-_ER1Pl1cNq9L6ri7ZW3-lIlxc/s1600/3_Amelia_Floorplan.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 155px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXNRo80dmzqlD1yb9Ykx17Ct_6IEfROeG8XQGSV1O9Cbgg_AdGv8ISAitGAgIN9Xnqeqz0leuNj30ndmS7wv0k3NWAGAU0qYL4q1KwvmP6IbOTFcEq2-_ER1Pl1cNq9L6ri7ZW3-lIlxc/s400/3_Amelia_Floorplan.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5617029839306963282" /></a><br />(Here is the new rough floorplan, it's still in progress and could really use a sweet interior design touch!)<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8ra5vk2jvheCVKnmX-TON143RxSrymKfqXJyQozRxLgM7DLTZbwOHG9jb0wJodh0NWqAleEIjig7E3DeOHPlyzW3Wu6sk4qBPMBJPviB2gBbjED4xZ4-6-OAfDtCsd8pcXdSrsHoNqV4/s1600/MIL.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 354px; height: 398px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8ra5vk2jvheCVKnmX-TON143RxSrymKfqXJyQozRxLgM7DLTZbwOHG9jb0wJodh0NWqAleEIjig7E3DeOHPlyzW3Wu6sk4qBPMBJPviB2gBbjED4xZ4-6-OAfDtCsd8pcXdSrsHoNqV4/s400/MIL.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616764202194824130" /></a><br /><br /><br />If chosen, a few things that my amex points could go towards, (with Nicole's permission of course!) might be....<br /><br /> <br />A little <a href="http://www.homedepot.com/Appliances-Kitchen-Appliances-Refrigerators-Compact-Refrigerators/h_d1/N-5yc1vZbv45/R-202141112/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053">under the counter fridge</a> and <a href="http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&productId=202034606&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&MERCH=REC-_-nosearch2-4-_-NA-_-202034606-_-N&locStoreNum=6857">white electric cooktop</a> from Home Depot.<br /><br />From outdoor living specialists; REI I would love two matching <a href="http://www.rei.com/product/746296/rei-travel-down-45-sleeping-bag">sleeping bags</a> to store for those chilly camping nights. LOVE the gray diamond quilted ones. An adorable <a href="http://www.rei.com/product/815421/gsi-outdoors-enamelware-coffee-percolator-8-cup">coffee percolator</a> for over the campfire, a <a href="http://www.rei.com/product/618168/reliance-aqua-tainer-7-gallon">water storage container,</a> and for fun rides around the campsite or on the beach a great <a href="http://www.rei.com/product/811603/marin-bridgeway-fs-step-through-bike-2011">cruiser bike.</a><br /><br />Crate and Barrell has teeny tiny <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/outdoor-furniture/barbecue/bodum-fyrkat-grill/s180419">portable grille</a> for smores on the go! A few folding <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/outdoor-furniture/outdoor-dining/xtra-white-folding-aluminum-chair/s154532">chairs</a> and <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/outdoor-furniture/outdoor-tables/to-go-white-folding-side-table/s605550">tables</a> would be perfect for making new campground friends. And don't forget these stylish <a href="http://www.crateandbarrel.com/organizing-and-storage/storage-baskets-bins/utility-tote/s180486">utility totes</a> for hauling campsite provisions to and from the general store.<br /><br />Now for a final few fancy touches, I love (but can't afford) William Sonoma Homes <a href="http://www.wshome.com/products/p1200/index.cfm?pkey=crugs%2Dall">nautical striped rug</a> and fancy (maybe too fancy?) <a href="http://www.wshome.com/products/p9197/index.cfm?pkey=cview%2Dall%2Dsale">sunburst gold mirror.</a><br /><br />So, wish me luck my friends. Any little help would be so welcome on this project of a lifetime. If nothing else, this post allowed me the time to "surf with purpose" I love online "dreaming-shopping," <a href="http://www.membershiprewards.com/homepage.aspx">American Express Rewards Points</a> has so many amazing offers, it was hard to narrow down my wishful wish-list!<br /><br />And just think Nicole, I would love to drive her your way for a backyard overnight adventure. How fun!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-20303966306188361612011-05-16T07:19:00.000-07:002011-05-16T07:28:38.620-07:00Gutting Day!Thank you to everyone who showed up in the cold and the rain to gut the camper. The good news is all of the pieces parts we put on the tree lawn were gone by sundown, that goodness for scrap metal.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBSGUcPtd1-LZ8u1sF63H6Xch4NIZl4xkUbSh6kjGl9r9_Wkp30Y4aPr8ofpGHKCudbR4lbu5ZY22toXKZV7YRyrF7iu9QgjwfErdX28192zQt53nJ1ikAWZTigObnnz9QmzlO-6uGPWc/s1600/IMG_3753.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBSGUcPtd1-LZ8u1sF63H6Xch4NIZl4xkUbSh6kjGl9r9_Wkp30Y4aPr8ofpGHKCudbR4lbu5ZY22toXKZV7YRyrF7iu9QgjwfErdX28192zQt53nJ1ikAWZTigObnnz9QmzlO-6uGPWc/s400/IMG_3753.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5607319507709103346" /></a><br />(the kitchenette all pulled out, tree lawn bound)<br /><br />She looks awesome, a blank canvas, ready for her makeover for sure.<br /><br />Thanks to Sasha and Eric for doing most of the dirty work, thanks to Ben & Ben for assembling the new grille so we could barbeque in the garage and thanks to all those who stopped by to see the progress on the camper!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKUX_untoMy_D8gYkiBvuPwSLqF8-zbwBvm5vDp7EoOppdMvp4ei1-hSDRw9069JbtScIwuC9J1BZl1kTbLmKR_NKsNYdYmEWWxcsn6-Uhi-1EsxTkEod57dlmiyi0ZoF1n7UWq1s3kxk/s1600/IMG_3754.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKUX_untoMy_D8gYkiBvuPwSLqF8-zbwBvm5vDp7EoOppdMvp4ei1-hSDRw9069JbtScIwuC9J1BZl1kTbLmKR_NKsNYdYmEWWxcsn6-Uhi-1EsxTkEod57dlmiyi0ZoF1n7UWq1s3kxk/s400/IMG_3754.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5607320540765893218" /></a><br />(Sasha drilling out tons of rivets!)<br /><br />Most of all thanks to Amelia for being such a great sport and letting me work on the project of a lifetime! My dear, oh-dear Amelia. I hope you don't feel too violated having all those strangers come and rip your insides apart. You are about to have a total beauty makeover and for that you should be psyched!<br /><br />Happy makeover!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-6773164119197906342011-04-24T18:43:00.000-07:002011-04-24T18:48:23.772-07:00Planning Stages.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgzxvqG3NHg5twG61RUpCetA1AKQNVhTwP6jQ6N_5i0_6uedAhGKvBrLZgYDvNzVv_XqtH_PIfI7b-CTtzeg5zUsaIN2MGUBY4clVEEWFGx0uL8i_lTHFfF5Z-ozg_JIhlIvtN9sOmg84/s1600/rednering.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 149px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgzxvqG3NHg5twG61RUpCetA1AKQNVhTwP6jQ6N_5i0_6uedAhGKvBrLZgYDvNzVv_XqtH_PIfI7b-CTtzeg5zUsaIN2MGUBY4clVEEWFGx0uL8i_lTHFfF5Z-ozg_JIhlIvtN9sOmg84/s400/rednering.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5599330847036818386" /></a><br /><br />We are moving right along and making plans. This past week was very exciting for Miss Amelia, she met with architect Brian K. and Historical Preservationist/General Contractor Andy C. and between the three of us...we have big plans. Currently working on the big Excel spreadsheet where we itemize all the expenses, determining where the TV really should be, and planning the "gutting party." <br /><br />This summer is going to be filled with LOTS and LOTS of learning, but I am game for the adventure. <br />Happy Spring, Happy Amelia!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-15647890092384823852011-03-01T13:12:00.000-08:002011-03-01T13:14:34.122-08:00Winter for AmeliaA little winter love for Miss Amelia on snowy Valentines Day. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcyJpP9hdjLaP9xoaqQjd-6yLXlKZV6J8HUeoJT_g-vsJRwPVCX4nmNXQmFCNO-ocSCoDzqKo9m-ZBGJ9ci887D0ymxyQTdOpMsY92k7ygd3iOEq_KTX4nsDC-d2tD7jW81P6UgLZmudg/s1600/winter_1.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 298px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcyJpP9hdjLaP9xoaqQjd-6yLXlKZV6J8HUeoJT_g-vsJRwPVCX4nmNXQmFCNO-ocSCoDzqKo9m-ZBGJ9ci887D0ymxyQTdOpMsY92k7ygd3iOEq_KTX4nsDC-d2tD7jW81P6UgLZmudg/s400/winter_1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579222576679612962" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKOa2YUSpTUpHXHXn9ZazROlJ5ZuYNJPpVhCP_JSJdnBlVtXONDuojplZU8wuJB-31mcdvpiGZpVRc7azcn4tKol75qk_HpU6dLsjn7GYsXae19LNoG3mqdGoae9CrqFpEwhYCowVsOu4/s1600/winter_2.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 374px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKOa2YUSpTUpHXHXn9ZazROlJ5ZuYNJPpVhCP_JSJdnBlVtXONDuojplZU8wuJB-31mcdvpiGZpVRc7azcn4tKol75qk_HpU6dLsjn7GYsXae19LNoG3mqdGoae9CrqFpEwhYCowVsOu4/s400/winter_2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579222482190221042" /></a><br /><br />Love you shiny silver lady, your sparkle and shine look spectacular all covered in snow. <br />Spring is on it's way!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-86482321141431363522010-12-20T09:13:00.000-08:002010-12-20T09:15:49.558-08:00Birthday wishes from Airstream!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaLnoolduViOv2l_ZegQgv_ZDHyWV7_RCFxxtnKZCwnW-pki2Xe7MIyYHm0vbDj0CE6oL06C-rCxfkOZahl0an7RGZPqSOw8vpnNl81WcbGaoRCYBHWpsmKsqeLuF5bW9iKkgZLm9zU1k/s1600/birthday_airstream.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 360px; height: 376px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaLnoolduViOv2l_ZegQgv_ZDHyWV7_RCFxxtnKZCwnW-pki2Xe7MIyYHm0vbDj0CE6oL06C-rCxfkOZahl0an7RGZPqSOw8vpnNl81WcbGaoRCYBHWpsmKsqeLuF5bW9iKkgZLm9zU1k/s400/birthday_airstream.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5552814330480666498" /></a><br /><br /><br />That was such a cute birthday message, I had to share!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-36209124088481090832010-12-05T16:02:00.000-08:002010-12-05T16:09:37.298-08:00Happy Airstream Holidays!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2-0M3WsN_5QA8RhXFIScUbPq-wye7TQPhU1kBuXSbo8XjqutNPM6JCZw_k0bu7_mT-WFogVZ4j0ZdIkVx4qWphw7Ihc-WYqNRSXY3CuWAZHYI-plrBFGwSAC4XnjIJZcI101q7ecpu-c/s1600/82573.png"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 219px; height: 219px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2-0M3WsN_5QA8RhXFIScUbPq-wye7TQPhU1kBuXSbo8XjqutNPM6JCZw_k0bu7_mT-WFogVZ4j0ZdIkVx4qWphw7Ihc-WYqNRSXY3CuWAZHYI-plrBFGwSAC4XnjIJZcI101q7ecpu-c/s400/82573.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547353732226563682" /></a><br /><br /><br />My friend called me the other day to point out this <a href="http://www.gemmy.com/christmas/airblown/item/airblown-inflatables/animated-airblown-santa-in-rv-lowes-82573">outdoor lawn blowup</a>. I don't want the blow up since the real deal is sitting in my backyard, but I will say I LOVE the idea of it.<br /><br />Happy holiday season. Happy airstream!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-38999342221483417892010-11-07T17:52:00.000-08:002010-11-07T17:58:10.328-08:00Fall with Amelia<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs33dg4ft-LsmbyNWIdRw5UxomMFPyAkQIn7bN0iz0k7FQtVuuZtA_XcnLV7iqnzE5o3K-klpDrX6E7lOIUiaQh1vo40IMc15TBMbfZiXjbTMmoqyqOZfKhNLiTN8gzONJiWRHHyS2xkY/s1600/IMG_2955.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 360px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs33dg4ft-LsmbyNWIdRw5UxomMFPyAkQIn7bN0iz0k7FQtVuuZtA_XcnLV7iqnzE5o3K-klpDrX6E7lOIUiaQh1vo40IMc15TBMbfZiXjbTMmoqyqOZfKhNLiTN8gzONJiWRHHyS2xkY/s400/IMG_2955.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536991515801404866" /></a><br /><br />This evening I was outside raking a few leaves when I caught a glimpse of Amelia in the evening fall light. She looked very peaceful nestled in my driveway, at home in Ohio. <br /><br />Happy fall, happy airstream, happy me!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-17433776763056364622010-11-02T13:35:00.000-07:002010-11-02T13:43:07.824-07:00Making her Debut<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5bTA82a-tgbPvgZBeqo6XEc9-3w9JZcB8c8V9OrSxbzVSqXwl_WACUINTK_PpHSvq7fVTvEvlEQVjAiyEC4wEcN53b4DbIpAUQ3p3Elve_82ZrM5qXSBa_foMNjIlRJKI9oIcqpbEujk/s1600/Amelia_Halloween.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5bTA82a-tgbPvgZBeqo6XEc9-3w9JZcB8c8V9OrSxbzVSqXwl_WACUINTK_PpHSvq7fVTvEvlEQVjAiyEC4wEcN53b4DbIpAUQ3p3Elve_82ZrM5qXSBa_foMNjIlRJKI9oIcqpbEujk/s400/Amelia_Halloween.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5535053774603580594" /></a><br /><br /><br />Amelia got all cleaned and dressed up for her coming out/debut Halloween party last weekend. Everyone enjoyed hanging out in her and including her in the festivities. Her tattered couch got covered with a pumpkin tablecloth, her doors and windows lined with sparkly lights (which are staying up for the holidays) her countertops covered with little bowls of candy corn to welcome her new friends.<br /><br />Her frame work is done, now it's time to get on with the electrical and plumbing work. Then spring will be for the fun cosmetic things like cabinets, light fixtures, and upholstery. Baby steps are fine with me, I've been waiting for this project a long time.<br /><br />Happy tricks and treats from me & Amelia!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-62095022400741989382010-09-23T13:24:00.000-07:002010-09-23T13:28:03.003-07:00The Welders.“How is Amelia?” is currently the number one conversation starter as of late. Out of town friends, clients, friends of a friends, parents, sister, you name it, everyone wants to know. <br /><br />Well everyone, I have GREAT NEWS...Amelia is patiently still hanging out in Westlake with her welding friends, Bill & Eric. She successfully has new rear end framing AND new marine board flooring where the once rotted bathroom floor was. Not only does she have the new frame and flooring, she also has been pretty well cleared out from all the old partitions, rusted fixtures, dry rotted pipes, dangerous electrical and leaking water tanks...how much longer till we decorate? :)<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM_BSYp_ai8wnJr4tQC9i5fmCtVwikWn2X6zJPue3f6fPbynmj-8XTAdFrJyMXGsdveBMGeStRRS79D-23l6K_2OKghkayIDd26Iu5EqUeLuu1P2IsgInrDMS7HHNMzpZVscUC2x2bCcw/s1600/Bill_Eric"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 280px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM_BSYp_ai8wnJr4tQC9i5fmCtVwikWn2X6zJPue3f6fPbynmj-8XTAdFrJyMXGsdveBMGeStRRS79D-23l6K_2OKghkayIDd26Iu5EqUeLuu1P2IsgInrDMS7HHNMzpZVscUC2x2bCcw/s400/Bill_Eric" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5520208228313604706" /></a><br /><br />Bill and Eric, assure me the worst part is done. This post goes out to this amazing father and son duo- good friends who without them would have made this project crippling. Bill always puts a a cheery positive spin on the project but keeps trying to get me to save all the old stuff. While Eric and I are enthusiastic about throwing out the old clunky boards in anticipation of the sleek new sailor styling that’s to come! <br /><br />Thank you Bill for being Amelia's welder, you have fixed her boo boo’s and repaired her with love. Thanks to Eric for introducing me to his Dad and for keeping the project moving along. I am a lucky girl to have such great Cleveland friends. Deepest Thanks.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-13883670406206099082010-09-15T04:51:00.000-07:002010-09-15T05:03:01.528-07:00Meet WalterAs a proud owner, I am part of an underlying "Airstream fraternity." Since "adopting" Amelia, I have been bumping into fellow enthusiasts all over town.<br /><br />The other night I met these two brothers, Patrick and Walter who are taking their brand spanking new Airstream across the country on their <a href="https://www.milliondollarroadtrip.com/">"Million Dollar Road Trip."</a> The trip celebrates entrepreneurship across the country, freedom of the road as well as a symbol of adventure. <br /><br />Check out their blog and follow them on facebook, they are great fun and fellow lovers of the "silver bullet"<br /><br />I got to ask Walter what Airstream meant to him....check it out!<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/HeaRqrz1TMg?hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/HeaRqrz1TMg?hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br />GO AIRSTREAM!!!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-18879732090033239452010-08-13T08:04:00.000-07:002010-08-13T08:27:59.202-07:00Vintage SALE (& design update)During the process of researching for the Miss Amelia's transformation I have come across vintage reference left and right.<div><br /></div><div>I meant to post this ad during the month of July, but cest la vie, mid-August isn't so bad. I just love that they were positioning the campers big summer SALE!!! Everyone loves a sale, right?</div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs8ZUTx7BPbb-REHZEETx0e5JE_sMxhRu3J0yPuxqpzd-YAxPhSrjaqMcub_lGgNJVdwV98_v8X_MA1plxdZE0ciWPH7FBjX966qbbcUDRb3bLJE6QicK-21Ebn72JkpITdsnx4w_pGwM/s1600/airstream_Ad.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs8ZUTx7BPbb-REHZEETx0e5JE_sMxhRu3J0yPuxqpzd-YAxPhSrjaqMcub_lGgNJVdwV98_v8X_MA1plxdZE0ciWPH7FBjX966qbbcUDRb3bLJE6QicK-21Ebn72JkpITdsnx4w_pGwM/s400/airstream_Ad.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5504915282476128258" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 274px; " /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs8ZUTx7BPbb-REHZEETx0e5JE_sMxhRu3J0yPuxqpzd-YAxPhSrjaqMcub_lGgNJVdwV98_v8X_MA1plxdZE0ciWPH7FBjX966qbbcUDRb3bLJE6QicK-21Ebn72JkpITdsnx4w_pGwM/s1600/airstream_Ad.jpg"></a>As an update Amelia is still at the "doctors" getting a major overall. Come to find out the floor was more rotted than anticipated, so add new sub floors to the list of repairs. </div><div><br /></div><div>I've been traveling for work and have been influenced by these incredible southern homes, I think I've decided not to do the interiors in navy, white and yellow but instead replace the navy with a crisp stone gray. <a href="http://www.hableconstruction.com/">Hable Construction</a> and <a href="http://www.angelaadams.com/">Angela Adams</a> are selling some amazing yellow and white fabrics which I'd like to explore. Also, I ordered some great formica samples, I'm thinking of lining the walls with a white, textured <a href="http://www.formica.com/">formica</a> product. I have so many fun design possibilities available since it's such a ity bity space, the possibilities are endless!</div><div><br /></div><div>Enjoy the ad...stay tuned for a construction, design update soon!</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-90173007288836207192010-08-01T18:31:00.000-07:002010-08-01T18:39:47.650-07:00The good, the bad & the ugly!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">So I went to meet with Mr. Welder this past week. He expressed his concern for me with regards to how much work Miss Amelia needs on her frame. Turns out the frame is WAY more rusted out than originally anticipated. Parts of the floor need to come up in order to access the new frame work necessary to ensure her safety. At one point in the conversation he said to me..."It's not to late to sell her and make a bit of profit, just for cleaning her up"...to me, it would be like giving up a kid. No way José...I gave the green light and sent them full speed ahead. </span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Next steps...pulling up the floor, buying new "channel" aluminum, replacing the back "trunk" (a make shift tool box that was once made from steel, that will be remade into aluminum, making it less heavy,) power washing the exterior, trying to pry off the covers of the water, power & waste hook ups..must get a lock smith involved, needs keys!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 16px; "><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7p1weJ41yTKnOT5-dcHeqYOdV-ce4r2iOX2u4uJ6OELs6v7wqten56OdsLLTgDMPhLTZJ0Zm-QJXgPxpKkQZDRiHxflNqUTC28Tb937IuGbswohxX6tOLwTTRSLEkqPzmyBKV5HLGi88/s1600/good_bad.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7p1weJ41yTKnOT5-dcHeqYOdV-ce4r2iOX2u4uJ6OELs6v7wqten56OdsLLTgDMPhLTZJ0Zm-QJXgPxpKkQZDRiHxflNqUTC28Tb937IuGbswohxX6tOLwTTRSLEkqPzmyBKV5HLGi88/s400/good_bad.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5500620910535874898" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 196px; " /></a></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 16px; "><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7p1weJ41yTKnOT5-dcHeqYOdV-ce4r2iOX2u4uJ6OELs6v7wqten56OdsLLTgDMPhLTZJ0Zm-QJXgPxpKkQZDRiHxflNqUTC28Tb937IuGbswohxX6tOLwTTRSLEkqPzmyBKV5HLGi88/s1600/good_bad.jpg"></a></span>On a good note...the awning is in impeccable condition. The ombre light blue to teal hues are stunning and made all the rust worries vanish. It even has an adorable, completely in tact scalloped edge...I was thrilled!!!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Let's see what this week will have in store for Miss Amelia & me? </span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-36034462010468847472010-07-28T13:29:00.000-07:002010-07-28T13:35:52.443-07:00NOT Amelia!WOW, I must say, my recent adoption of Miss Amelia has been quite a wild ride. My friends have really rallied and people now associate the silver bullet with me. which I find quite exciting.<div><br /></div><div>The other day my friend Shannon, (creative soul & owner of <a href="http://www.stashstyle.com/index.html">Stash Style</a>) brought over an article from <a href="http://www.romantichomes.com/">Romantic Homes Magazine</a> about a woman who renovated her Land Yacht as her mobile boutique...<a href="http://magnoliapearl.com/">Magnolia Pearl.</a></div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFK1_lSDXbRdyfxa5RHSCm-ZMV1LGcnhk0W4pD9oqh_2UQLi-kbc2Yx48W2rmTRz93cJnSv3LoTzP6JRZzcnJY77NyB27V5QUhrrlXV48bpQSYJspZbIcQPmDuJxRkRC8l7aXK-S75gwg/s1600/Picture+3.png"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFK1_lSDXbRdyfxa5RHSCm-ZMV1LGcnhk0W4pD9oqh_2UQLi-kbc2Yx48W2rmTRz93cJnSv3LoTzP6JRZzcnJY77NyB27V5QUhrrlXV48bpQSYJspZbIcQPmDuJxRkRC8l7aXK-S75gwg/s400/Picture+3.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5499058033593377970" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 290px; " /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPVl-ae6wDMSO-xmz2HDawUcMEAIvvkFoxLl_0vCVDPgK_sl-goYe6LbJvmK6uc3efnvIdbhnxsS0mDG2G-j_KJz1Xz6ApV47BSJvPH4vgv9INunS07BmPmyR2KDg-VboTvljuhdV9wnE/s1600/Picture+6.png"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPVl-ae6wDMSO-xmz2HDawUcMEAIvvkFoxLl_0vCVDPgK_sl-goYe6LbJvmK6uc3efnvIdbhnxsS0mDG2G-j_KJz1Xz6ApV47BSJvPH4vgv9INunS07BmPmyR2KDg-VboTvljuhdV9wnE/s400/Picture+6.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5499058156067062290" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 309px; " /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFK1_lSDXbRdyfxa5RHSCm-ZMV1LGcnhk0W4pD9oqh_2UQLi-kbc2Yx48W2rmTRz93cJnSv3LoTzP6JRZzcnJY77NyB27V5QUhrrlXV48bpQSYJspZbIcQPmDuJxRkRC8l7aXK-S75gwg/s1600/Picture+3.png"></a>Anyways, the over the top fabric, vintage linens and lace was insane, everything I DON'T want Amelia to be...but I appreciate the reference anyways. Keep the inspiration coming my way!</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks for thinking of me <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Shan</span>.</div><div><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-4698049261419330282010-07-26T13:13:00.000-07:002010-07-26T13:16:12.760-07:00Coming home.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Today Amelia was rescued from Bristolville and is being towed West for some love and repairs. I HEART AAA for the great job they did in coordinating the actual towing of the trailer. Great customer service for sure. Thanks guys!</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRHsNwgz66QEdmUr2nazLCWgv-GCG0s-U6dTAV_ftkgebMt5DkWjmOcVk9JSHwLmlLRBCA8GHeTiRhhSazO9Q53tTW3zTx9O1b-XSRaUwhXb__eER7xeosa87HB8_E_i-66YRZWhOd5oE/s1600/photo.jpg"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRHsNwgz66QEdmUr2nazLCWgv-GCG0s-U6dTAV_ftkgebMt5DkWjmOcVk9JSHwLmlLRBCA8GHeTiRhhSazO9Q53tTW3zTx9O1b-XSRaUwhXb__eER7xeosa87HB8_E_i-66YRZWhOd5oE/s400/photo.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498311139552446290" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px; " /></span></a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-33285526193200853422010-07-23T06:01:00.000-07:002010-07-23T06:03:23.278-07:00On the outside.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBU58o7RT5-ezjZ3jXPq06f4NvmXsQT502T2T9oPqZqBQ9gYPXi31W466HdY9A_tEQ6ORTi9fPmpMS8lNdfzVJSQQRXXO0RKMVKq6ZJNnSEe32RG-Nd7Mvw2WCLESq2NLpc9-kfZDvhP4/s1600/Airstream.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 318px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBU58o7RT5-ezjZ3jXPq06f4NvmXsQT502T2T9oPqZqBQ9gYPXi31W466HdY9A_tEQ6ORTi9fPmpMS8lNdfzVJSQQRXXO0RKMVKq6ZJNnSEe32RG-Nd7Mvw2WCLESq2NLpc9-kfZDvhP4/s400/Airstream.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497086459223741458" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-38415923701183756462010-07-20T20:04:00.000-07:002010-07-21T04:17:47.458-07:00Etsy : Airstream Obsessed I<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimSX-e6DjfOTGqAMyYjRECWn3v9JgFRfqHqnkO7L9NhupTqoRljyn-hoZVI3wnVFGfNUFO6t-soOm53LBopHpELJ66QzWMpRA4r8bsCvb8jZc3n1U7JphQcU5zfAQpFuOHKzrn7pdy0dA/s1600/post.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 263px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimSX-e6DjfOTGqAMyYjRECWn3v9JgFRfqHqnkO7L9NhupTqoRljyn-hoZVI3wnVFGfNUFO6t-soOm53LBopHpELJ66QzWMpRA4r8bsCvb8jZc3n1U7JphQcU5zfAQpFuOHKzrn7pdy0dA/s400/post.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5496316892716111890" /></a><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Times, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">After spending the evening day reaming and searching aimlessly for anything Airstream... I discovered how many artists use the silver bullet as their muse. So many creative things, thought I would share with everyone! Enjoy.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Vintage Camper T-shirt by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/zenthreads?ref=seller_info"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Zen Threads</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, Prints from </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/vol25?ref=seller_info"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Volume Twenty Five</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, Photo print from </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sommerwithano?ref=seller_info"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Sommer with Ano</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, Pen & Marker Poster Print by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/adamambro?ref=seller_info"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Adam Ambro</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, Airstream Print Pillows by </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/tilly2shoes?ref=seller_info"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Tilly 2 Shoes</span></a></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times; min-height: 14.0px"><br /></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times"><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-17113954063531052442010-07-19T06:50:00.000-07:002010-07-19T07:07:43.972-07:00Dreams to Reality.<!--StartFragment--><span><span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;">Ever since I’</span></span><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;">ve</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"> been a young girl I’</span></span><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;">ve</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"> been intrigued by the idea of packing up and taking a trip across country. In search of treasures and adventure, I would load up my “silver bullet” and “set sail” into the unknown, no exact destination, no agenda, just me and the open road.<br /><br />Well, as I have matured bit since those original dreams I haven’t lost my sense of adventure and yearning for a long weekend in an airstream. So here goes nothing.<br /><br />Life is a series of choices, of ups and downs, of loving and loosing, of growing and experiencing. Tired of the expression, “there is always tomorrow,” I set my sights on Miss Amelia and am making my dream a reality, no more waiting around for this gal.<br /><br />In just one month, I have learned a bunch about “RV’s” or “Campers.” I have joined AAA for their special towing capabilities. I have learned that my “Camper Insurance” will cover the vehicle that is actually doing the physical towing. I have discovered the value of a good welder and how invaluable he can be to a project such as this. Did you know that most </span></span><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;">Walmarts</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"> will let you park you camper in their parking lot overnight free of charge? Random new knowledge.<br /><br />I haven’t yet begun the demolition and yet I can’t sleep at night thinking about the endless interior design possibilities. So many interior design themes and challenges...stay tuned for an upcoming post.<br /><br />I hope you will join me on an overnight or two, Amelia sleep 4 adults and one pug. If you’</span></span><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;">ve</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"> got a hitch, we should chat. Happy camping!</span></span></span></span> <!--EndFragment-->Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4364860187252562787.post-85950269891549031782010-07-12T12:13:00.000-07:002010-07-19T05:02:06.847-07:00Love at first sight.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwbaV8AUpmKrCg_gvjUWNRI8c892N_sWRUPaQYB6vpSiIH_9qRcpcHw0sKBMr6_gROEC0O3vgIWWT7LOZqQJU4lnTilIFuZ9tTO-IDYKQkorD1nVAiXfbcB5ZfI5jpRlqc5WAbPxE43iM/s1600/IMG_1714.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwbaV8AUpmKrCg_gvjUWNRI8c892N_sWRUPaQYB6vpSiIH_9qRcpcHw0sKBMr6_gROEC0O3vgIWWT7LOZqQJU4lnTilIFuZ9tTO-IDYKQkorD1nVAiXfbcB5ZfI5jpRlqc5WAbPxE43iM/s400/IMG_1714.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493100112183593826" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2