I’m excited to feature a pretty amazing pop up camper remodel from Rose at Raindrops on Roses this week. Rose has done a fantastic job on her makeover, and I’m having trouble believing this glamorous camper was once an old, outdated pop up trailer. Can you believe that this camper started as a drab a 1994 Palomino?
Yep, that’s what Rose had to work with. Typical 90’s pop up color schemes. I can’t imagine they were ever the height of fashion… just plain ugly.
And while it’s not much to look at, it had good bones. It was solid, no mold or mildew, and most importantly… no leaks! Rose knew she could work with the aesthetics of the camper, so she got to busy.
Rose gave the camper a thorough cleaning, and then she removed the cushions and cabinet hardware and broke out the paint.
First she applied a primer to the cabinets. Then she used a Behr paint and primer in one in a beautiful color called Coconut Ice to achieve the look she was going for. How gorgeous is that color? Just lightening up the cabinets opens up the space so much!
Once the cabinets were painted, she used Rustoleum countertop paint in Cobblestone to give the countertops a whole new look. Rose primed the countertops first, then she applied three even coats of countertop paint to the surfaces to make sure they would stand the test of time.
With the painting out of the way, Rose and her husband moved on to the flooring. They used a tongue and groove laminate flooring, which they floated over the existing sheet vinyl. I love how the cream cabinets pop against that flooring. It has such an expensive look to it. 🙂
They removed the icebox when the painting the cabinets and found a nasty mouse nest. Rose got to work with some bleach and cleaned the space, then she used contrasting spray paint to give the icebox a sleek new look. I seriously adore the way the black icebox contrasts with the cream cabinets. That is the beauty of a light cabinet color–it is so versatile and looks great with everything!
To give her camper a punch of color, Rose took red medallion curtains from Target and cut them to fit her needs. She hung those on the bunkends. For the rest of the camper, she bought inexpensive cream fabric and sewed her own curtain panels. She used a tension rod and some curtain ring clips to hang them. A red throw to brings in more color and ties in with the medallion curtains.
The cushions were covered in a tailored ticking that I absolutely love. It’s gorgeous without being overly feminine. To cover them, she used the wrapping method, however, instead of stapling the loose ends to the back of the cushion, she used snaps to keep her covers from falling off. When they need to be washed, she can unsnap them and give them a good cleaning. Then she just wraps her cushions back up and snaps them closed. Genius!
Rose also upgraded her cabinet hardware. The cupboards were given new pulls and hinges, and the faucet was spray painted to match the new color scheme. That little red toaster oven is adorable in her new kitchen. The little details really make this little camper something special.
For the finishing touches in her glamper, Rose purchased inexpensive melamine dishes and table runners from Target in coordinating colors. Don’t they look much more expensive? I just love how relaxing the pop up is–and apparently Rose’s dogs agree! Who’s ready for dinner?
And here it is all finished. Amazing! The best part is how Rose took that dingy, old camper and transformed it to fit her tastes–more proof that you don’t have to spend a lot of money on a brand new trailer to get a camper that you love. Rose purchased her outdated Palomino for $1200, but the end result is priceless.
I hope you’ve enjoyed drooling over Rose’s camper as much as I have. 😉 If you’d like to see more pictures, and get the low down from Rose herself, head on over to Raindrops on Roses and check it out. You won’t be disappointed!
Keep those PUP remodels coming. You guys are amazing, and I absolutely love looking at your transformations!
Happy Camping!
Rose, it is beautiful! I love everything you did in your camper! It looks totally different from that 90’s garbage. Your right Larissa, what was so appealing about that look? Did we really? The 90’s were the worst! My favorite part about your entire pop-up is of course that cute little pup, but really I love the mix of red and black but in a tasteful not 1950’s or NASCAR way (no offense to NASCAR fans). Congratulations on your beautiful new space!
It’s pretty chic, isn’t it, Krissy? And those little dogs are too cute!
Thank you Krissy! I had started with just neutrals but had to add some red once I got that cool 3 in 1 appliance!
I am glad the price of the camper was included ! Was wondering how much the total remodel cost… Would like to compare. Btw… Love the remodel!!! Adorable!
Do you know if you can paint the canvas? Found a great deal but there are mildew stains on the canvas.
I’m sure you can, Brenda, but I wouldn’t recommend it. Your canvas needs to pliable so you can fold it up. It also needs to be breathable. If you restrict airflow, you’ll have condensation issues. Mildew can be fairly easy to remove with the right products, though. Check out this post from my friends at Campfire Travelers. 🙂
HOW TO REMOVE MILDEW STAINS ON YOUR CANVAS
Best of luck!
Love what you did! Would it be possible to post a close up picture of how you hung the curtains? I am currently remodeling our camper and am looking for an alternative to the tabs. Thanks!
Didn’t she do a great job, Jennifer? I’d love to send along a close up of the curtains, but there are storms and tornado warnings in Rose’s part of the country right now. She’s not going to be able to pop her camper up for a bit. If she gets a chance to snap a picture of her curtain system, I’ll be sure to pass it along. 🙂
Hi Jennifer! The beige curtains were originally the most hideous fabric! They were held up on a tracking system with little plastic tabs you sew right to the fabric. I simple detached the tabs from the old fabric, and sewed them onto the new fabric with a leather sewing needle. It went right through the plastic with no difficulties. The red medallion curtains are hung from a tension rod.
Thanks, Rose! 😉
Love what you did, Rose! Would love to hear more about how you use snaps for your covers. I am on that stage of my camper and it’s terrifying for someone who doesn’t sew. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
I did a simple seam to the edges of the fabric so they wouldn’t fray over time. Then folded them over each pad like a present. I basically added the snaps where you would add “tape” if you were wrapping a present. To learn more about installing snaps, check this out: http://www.sew4home.com/tips-resources/sewing-tips-tricks/how-insert-metal-snaps-fabric
I adore this!. Its amazing what a little paint and color can do for a small space.
I know! Isn’t it awesome, Briana? 🙂
Fantastic makeover! I’m in the midst of sewing up curtains to surround our little potty stall (my husband installed a potty for me this past winter). It took me forever to find the right fabric for the look I wanted! I still haven’t decided what I want to do with the rest of the curtains yet. We’re heading out in 13 days for our big trip to the northwest (starting in NY). Planning on a 5 week trip so we’ll have plenty of time to mull it over!!
Sounds fun, Denise! Have a great time! 🙂
Thank you for all the kind words everyone! When these storms pass I’ll get you some pictures of the snaps. I should be able to pop her back up in the next week 🙂 The color palate was tricky. I started with NO color, just neutrals. I really loved it. But then I got that RED RED 3 in 1 appliance and thought I had to add SOME red!
Beautiful! We are in the middle of a palomino pop up make over. Should be ready in a couple weeks. Hope it looks as good as this one!
Simply gorgeous! I could never have accomplished anything close
In my pup. Alas, I moved on to a hybrid
I will still continue to come and admire your makeovers!
Are you planning on giving the hybrid a facelift, Genie? 😀
Too New Larissa! I’d hate to ruin it!
Fantastic job! I just got what I think is the exact same model and am starting to first get it cleaned up and planning my make-over this summer. You’ve given me some great inspiration. Thanks!
Awesome, Patricia! I want to see it when it’s all done! 😉
Awesome! Glad to help! I’d love to see yours when it’s done!
Just wondering roughly how long it took you to complete this project? It is beautiful!
Your Pop Up looks awesome! Love it!!!
I am just starting my renovation of a 1993 Viking! Mine is smaller, but I will be doing the same types of renovations. I can only hope it turns out as cute as yours!! I have red Melamine plates I can’t wait to put on our table when it is complete! 🙂 Great work. Now, off to find curtains…
I Love this remodel so much, I am going to remodel mine just like it and I cant wait. 🙂 I’m wondering how you got your bottom cushions to look so large and fluffy? Also would there be any chance you would send me pictures of what the back of your present wrapped back cushions look like, I’ve never tackled cushions but I’m going to give it my best. Thank you for the inspiration. 🙂
I’m not sure Rose checks in here often, Ciara, so I’ll do my best to answer your questions. We wrapped our cushions in batting to give them a fuller look. You can read all about that here. I’m not sure exactly how Rose did her cushions, but here is a great tutorial on a similar method for cushion covers. Happy Camping! 😉
Thank you, Also where did she get her cushion fabric? I love I so much just not sure what to get?
Ciara I got my cushion fabric at a local fabric store for me called Fields Fabrics in the bargain bin!
Hi Ciara! I actually didn’t add any batting to my cushions, they were simply that fluffy to start. I got lucky!
Thanks for sharing all your great tips and advice! We just bought this exact same camper today for $800. I can’t wait to make it lovely and start making some memories with my crew!
That’s awesome Jody! What did you end up doing to remodel your camper?
Love what you did. We just bought a Coleman pop up and redid the cushions and outside trailer stripe we spray painted with Krylon in a chocolate brown and repainted the tongue also. We plan to now redo the floor like you and the cabinets. We also may use truck bed liner spray to put on the top as it had a leak and we don’t want that to happen and it comes in light colors too and will seal that for $75! way to go and thanks for the inspiration!
Rose, where did you get the fabric to recover your cushions?! I love it!! And red has become one of my favorite colors here lately so I love everything about this camper reno ❤️ Also, your dog is absolutely precious (I have a soft spot for weenie dogs)!
Hi Samantha! I got the fabric from a local fabric shop where I live in Grand Haven called Fields Fabrics in the bargain bin. I do love it!
“Once the cabinets were painted, she used Rustoleum countertop paint in Cobblestone to give the countertops a whole new look. Rose primed the countertops first, then she applied three even coats of countertop paint to the surfaces to make sure they would stand the test of time.”
What color/brand of t-trim molding did you use on the counter tops? it looks like matches pretty well.
Rose painted the trim on her countertops, Jena. That’s why it matches so well. 😉
I love what you have done with your camper! Where did you find that beautiful bedspread? It makes it look so classy =)
Hi Holly! All of the bedding was from Target. Gotta love them!
Do you know what kind of primer she used? I want to paint my plastic trim along with my cabinets and I want to make sure to use the right primer so the paint doesn’t come right off!
I used Behr paint and primer in one in a beautiful color called Coconut Ice
Wow! What a fantastic makeover. We just bought our full-time RV (our blog is http://www.fulltimecanada.ca) and want to make it our own. RV’s are so dated or designed for an older demo. We’ve needed some inspiration to possibly do a remodel. This is definitely inspiring.
Love these makeovers – they really give me hope. I’m planning to buy a used one in the next few months and get started but I have one major concern that maybe y’all can help me with. I have three dogs – 20 pounds, 18 pounds and 9 pounds and I’m really worried about making sure they don’t escape when I’m away from the popup. They are rescue-mill dogs and pretty creative. I would love to hear if Rose had any problems keeping her dogs in and how she addressed the issue.
Also, searching for the stories of women who have remodeled their alone (for the most part) and especially retired women.
Thanks – keep up the good work and thanks for the add!
I’m not sure I would leave my pup in the camper while I was away. It’s just too easy for him to escape. Might be different if you are going to crate them while you are gone, but then you’ll have to worry about them making noise while you are away. Many campgrounds also have rules about leaving animals in your site unattended. We usually board our guy if we know we will be out and about a lot during the trip. If we are just hanging around camp, he comes with us. 🙂
What type of finish did you use on your cabinets? Semi gloss? High gloss?