Revelling in Revival

Perhaps the best thing that could possibly happen to an old caravan is that it catches the eye of one Shelley Gericke. This will see it getting a second shot at life, and we’re not just talking about a lick and a polish here, but a complete makeover with a generous helping of nostalgia thrown in for good measure.

In Australia, there’s a magazine dedicated to vintage, classic, retro-styled and custom caravans; they also cover vintage camper trailers and travel trailers, and, of course, the people who love these rigs.

Their website says, ‘Along with a sense of classic style, lovers of retro caravans and camper trailers take great delight in life’s many wonders – they enjoy adventure, travelling to new destinations, appreciating nature’s beauty and living a life less stressful. Vintage caravanners often also share a passion for classic cars or hot rods and will happily devote countless hours looking after their “toys”. They also have a very keen sense of aesthetic style and an eye for making small spaces look absolutely adorable.’ You can visit their website at www. vintagecaravanmagazine.com.au for inspiration. But let’s get back to our Shelley Gericke.

Shelley is a mother of two, and married to an airline pilot. She admits to being a ‘unique seeker,’ in that she likes out-of-the-ordinary things and loves investigating new ideas and projects. Although English literature was her first passion and a subject she majored in, since then, décor and design have been an ongoing infatuation.