Customer Gallery
Nigel comes from Belgium - Sunday, January 22nd, 2012
Brent & Jill dropped off their beloved Nigel last week for a complete transformation at the Shak. We have the complete works to perform to bring Nigel back to his former glory.
Nigel is having a new hand crafted set of bellows, new headlining, hammock refurbishment, complete suit of new doorcards, full width bed & “L” shaped seating along with our Compact Cooker & matching suit of upholstery.
We have even more to do to Nigel…but that news is coming soon.
Check the gallery for all the info.
Patrick will be a picture - Sunday, January 22nd, 2012
John & Karen met up with us late last year to discuss their thoughts for Patrick. They came with a story board of ideas that are going to make this tin top very special.
We will begin this transformation with new headlining, doorcards, Exclusive suit of furniture, leisure electrics, 240v hook-up, sound & light systems and new style upholstery.
We have even more to do to this camper…but that news is coming soon.
Check the gallery for all the info
Harry heads for the countryside - Sunday, January 22nd, 2012
Harry the tin top is here for a complete makeover, we will begin with headlining throughout, and some tricky work around his sliding roof.
Then with this in place a complete set of vertical quilted door panels in Citrus & Dune. The furniture is a full width bed, sweeping opposing seat with storage, and a seat / fridge unit opposite the sliding door.
When Martyn dropped off his camper we still Bullit in the workshop, and he loved the layout so it was an easy decision for Martyn to make…he just wanted to make his own twist with bespoke led lighting within the furniture…and even more led’s up top
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Ruby is real gem - Monday, December 12th, 2011
Steph & Guy dropped off “Ruby” for a complete makeover at the Shak. We will begin with full headlining throughout, vertical quilted doorcards etc.
With this in place we can begin to fit out led lights down each side of the camper, and start to fit Ruby with her full width RnR bed, Camper shak compact cooker, bespoke small buddy & tall buddy by the sliding door.
The final touches will be a complete set of hand crafted RnR bed cushions, with matching new seating up front in the cab.
Follow Ruby as she turns into a gem
Carl’s Splitty lands at the Shak - Monday, December 12th, 2011
While Carl is away serving his country we are turning his empty splitty into a home from home. With full headlining, window dressing, Elegance doorcards, full width bed, buddy seat, stand-a-lone cooker…this empty split will be transformed into a real camper.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
T4,T5 Tidy - Sunday, November 13th, 2011
All our storage bins are hand crafted from our heavy duty canvas range, and trimmed using our Beachcomber range of waterproof fabrics.
Front storage includes:
• Large bin holds supermarket size bags for a liner, and always stays smart with our rigid flip over lid.
• Flexible plastic kitchen roll holder to keep your roll where you need it & handy at all times.
• 3 large storage bins for all your camping essentials
Rear double door storage bins
Each double storage bin offers practical, durable and colourful storage solutions for all your camping problems. The bins are easily able to swallow up maps, shoes, flip flops, books, magazines, torches…all those things you just need.
Hovis comes across the Irish Sea - Wednesday, November 9th, 2011
Louis & Elizabeth dropped off Hovis their newly refurbished Splitty at the Shak, for a complete transformation. The couple landed at Liverpool Ferry terminal in the early hours from County Down in Ireland.
So Di & I were at the Shak early with the kettle on ready to meet them and get Hovis into the workshop. After some final colour choices we had a plan of action for the transformation which will incorporate :
Full headlining, window dressing, vertical quilted doorcards, cab upholstery & RnR cushions. This should compliment the rich Exclusive suite of French walnut furniture, leisure electrics, 240v hook up, bespoke led lighting & sound system.
Check out the gallery for more updates
Flossy arrives at the Shak - Wednesday, November 9th, 2011
Jo & Clive travelled up from London to drop off their beloved “Flossy” for a complete makeover courtesy of the Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings.
We will begin with new headlining, window dressing, wooden side panelling with led lights, then with this in place we can fit a full suite of doorcards, cab upholstery & RnR bed cushions.
The final element will be the fitting of their Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in a warm Lancaster Oak which should look fab.
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Jo comes up from the capital - Wednesday, November 9th, 2011
Jo dropped off her T5 transporter for a makeover at the Shak. Jo had already made her own door panels which she had covered with a dark carpet trim.
In contrast to this Jo had chosen a rich mulit coloured natural plumb for her suite of Exclusive furniture & collapsible bed. For her upholstery Jo has chosen from our textured antique range of vinyl’s which should look a treat on her collapsible bed.
To finish off we are hand crafted some new storage products which should offer Jo some useful additional storage in her brand new T5 camper.
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Parsley …..Our latest addition - Friday, October 7th, 2011
We travelled down to Abergavenny the other weekend to collect this lovely 1973 tax exempt convertible beetle. We have plans over the coming weeks to transform this bright yellow beetle into something very special
We will begin with a complete overhaul & new coat of paint in the same colours as Basil our 1963 Splitscreen. To make Parsley unique we will flip the colour scheme with green for the upper section: door cappings, bonnet, engine cover & wings with a rich cream for the doors which should make this little convertible very special.
With new paint in place we will completely re-design & upholster the interior to compliment Parsley’s new coat, the final touch inside will be a new set of hand crafted carpets in a matching green.
To top off the project Parsley will be given a new hand crafted dark green hood with oval rear window and rear quarters, which should make him look very retro indeed. When he’s completed Parsley will join Basil & Bluebell to form a special Wedding hire trio.
Follow the gallery & news section for more updates.
Shiny beige bay has a place to stay - Friday, October 7th, 2011
Dennis & Michelle dropped off their newly acquired bay window for a complete transformation at the Shak. This lovely bay will be having a full width RnR bed, Camper Shak Compact cooker, Tall buddy…..and a full suite of new upholstery from the cab, doorcards and RnR bed cushions>
With new hi-fi, leisure electrics & 240v hook-up this bright shiny bay will be turning a few heads round town.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Bullit hits the spot - Friday, October 7th, 2011
Eddie hit the bullseye with his low level Splitscreen panel van. This low level rider already has a metal RnR bed but Eddie would like to make a few changes inside, so after a relaxed chat over a cup of tea we had a plan of action to turn this empty dark panel van into something quite special.
We will begin with headlining throughout from the airbox to the tailgate, then to brighten the interior we will divide the enormous doorcards into 3 sections with the design running right through the length of the van.
To compliment the full width bed we will be fitting our opposing seat & storage which seems to be a real favourite with folks at the moment. The final touch will be to incorporate a chest compressor fridge along the back wall with bespoke cushions so it can double up as seating.
Our place by the sea. - Tuesday, September 13th, 2011
So that we had somewhere to lay our heads at Vanfest we converted the company T5 into a luxury beach hut. The essence of any camper is the freedom to stop and explore wherever your fancy takes you, and we always love to be by the coast so it seemed only natural to convert the interior of our T5 following a beach theme.
We began with a textured wood grain “Driftwood” from our extensive range, and from here we hand crafted three pieces of furniture to provide the beach hut essentials :
Somewhere to cook, to store & to rest your head at the end of the day. We achieved all these with our Exclusive kitchen, our low level store & our collapsible bed with under store. When the transformation was finished we trialled the camper at Blackrock sands in Wales and had a great time.
We took Ben our rescue foxhound who was found on that specific campsite back in 2004, our youngest son pleaded that we took him home with us and he’s been a part of the family for the past 7 years. It was great to see him running around the beach and rock pools like a puppy, even though he’s now ten years old.
The T5 proved very comfortable indeed with our massive full width bed, and cooking was a treat using the exclusive kitchen with JK fridge etc. Staying over at Vanfest couldn’t have been easier and the experience has provided many thoughts of new products to come that will enhance the camping experience…so watch this space for more news.
Greenwell’s Glory flies into the shak - Tuesday, September 13th, 2011
Julian dropped off his beloved Splitty for some loving courtesy of the Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings. We will begin with a new set of hand crafted bellows with windows and vents, some new headlining in the front cab, new flooring etc.
With this in place we can begin to transform the look of this historic camper with new hand crafted upholstery from front to back, which should lift this little Splitty to its former Greenwell’s Glory.
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Archibald arrives at the Shak - Tuesday, September 13th, 2011
Dave dropped of Archibald this week for a complete makeover at the Shak. Archie is having an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Matfen Chestnut, with a complete suite of new RnR upholstery.
Lighting, Leisure electrics, 240v hook-up and hi-fi, should make this Devon born camper a real eye catcher. Check out the gallery for more updates.
Bluebell drops in from Kendal - Tuesday, September 13th, 2011
Les dropped off Bluebell for a bespoke makeover at the Shak. We are going to design and build a suite of bespoke furniture to suit Les’s requirements. This will include wheel chair stowage, bespoke buddy, cooker / storage area & fixed bed with integrated store.
Follow our progress over the coming weeks
Lincolnshire bay has a place to stay - Monday, August 15th, 2011
Nicola & Shaun came to see us in July, we don’t normally meet clients on Sunday but they were very keen & desperate to view our 3,500 ft workshop and have a closer look at our work.
We gave Nicola & Shaun the full tour, firstly we viewed the various constructed furniture options we had on the ground, then all the clients campers under construction in the fitting section, before going up to the first floor to view our purpose built fully equipped upholstery section of the business “ Creative Trimmings”.
Then in another building we viewed our show & hire campers: Basil, Bluebell, Daisy & Rose before retiring to the comfort of our customer area were over a relaxed cup of tea we discussed the various options we could offer.
Needless to say they were fairly impressed and decided to leave their camper with us there & then for a complete makeover covering the fitting of their O’Connors roof, headlining, full suit of furniture, doorcards & matching upholstery. Although we couldn’t start their camper immediately they decided to pay for secure storage on site before we could commence the project in August.
James and the giant project. - Monday, August 15th, 2011
James dropped off his newly purchased split screen at the weekend for a complete transformation courtesy of the Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings.
We will begin with headlining throughout, window dressing, flooring, electrics etc, before we fit a full width bed and opposing storage seat.
Then we can focus on the upholstery side of the project: Doorcards, cab seating, RnR bed cushions & bespoke seating upholstery.
T5 comes in from the cold - Saturday, August 6th, 2011
Tamzin & Peters T5 finished off in a bright Polar white came into our workshops for a complete transformation. With Mr. Roberts already lining out the vehicle we can begin turning this empty van onto a fully functional camper.
With an Exclusive kitchen , low level store & our collapsible bed this T5 will be a very nice place to be.
Check out the gallery for more updates.
Westy heads West - Saturday, August 6th, 2011
Lionel had owned his Westy for some time but he had a list of things that needed investigation inside to make this a functional camper again.
So after some discussion at the Shak we will remove some parts of his furniture, sort out the 240v hook-up, leisure electrics system, install a new fridge & ensure that the camper has some operational lighting.
Scooby Blue lands at the Shak - Saturday, August 6th, 2011
Janet dropped off her beautiful LWB T5 called “Scooby Blue” for a makeover at the Camper Shak. Janet had a vision of how her interior was to look, and after an initial meeting at the Shak we began planning to turn her vision into reality.
Janet has a lover of dogs so her new Scooby Blue not only had to be a comfortable place for her to lay her head, but also a transporter for her beloved dogs.
With all this in the mix we wet about fitting out Scooby to Janet’s plan hand crafting her furniture from a rich Calais Oak, which contrasted nicely with her upholstery which was all hand crafted from Dune & Cool blue.
The final result seems to have created a fully functional caper combined with Janet’s specific requirements for her four legged friends
Hibiscus Range - Monday, August 1st, 2011
Hibiscus Range
Just thought that we might use the extended gallery to show you more shots of our new Hibiscus range. See all the finished pieces at Tatton Park this weekend, more information in the show diary
Camper Shak & Creative get afloat - Monday, August 1st, 2011
Just thought we would like to show you a project we have been involved with over the past 6 months. Our eldest son Matthew has been fitting out a brand new 58ft Hull which we took delivery of last Autumn.
Using the skills & equipment within The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings we have helped Matthew turn this empty shell into a Luxury floating home.
No expense has been spared in offering the highest quality of fixtures, fittings combined with our expertise in ergonomic design. We have included a few shots from the inside of the narrow boat to wet your appetite, but to view the full and detailed specs please follow the link to Matthew’s website.
http://www.canalboatclassifieds.co.uk/narrowboat.html
The 58ft narrow boat is undercover in a secure building and now available for sale. Viewing can be arranged by appointment.
Jaffa rolls up to the Shak - Wednesday, July 13th, 2011
Garry & Lee dropped off their newly painted Bay window “Jaffa” for the complete transformation package courtesy of The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings.
We are fitting Jaffa out with an Exclusive suite of furniture, full suite of doorcards, new cab upholstery & RnR Bed cushions to complement his new interior.
Watch this space for more information
Gretel should be handsome - Wednesday, July 13th, 2011
Liz & Chris dropped off Gretel the other week for a complete makeover at the Shak. Gretel is having new headlining throughout, wooden side facings with led lights, a full suite of vertical quilted doorcards, cab upholstery & RnR bed cushions.
With all this in place we can begin to fit out Gretel with an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in a rich French walnut, with lighting, leisure electrics and other accessories Gretel should be a cracking camper.
Moonraker lands at the Shak - Wednesday, July 13th, 2011
Paul ‘s newly painted Moonraker arrived for the complete works at the Shak. A full suite of Exclusive furniture hand crafted from Light Winchester Oak will certainly brighten up the interior.
Then we will compliment this with new RnR & upper bed cushions to make this into a comfortable 4 berth camper. Watch the gallery for more information.
Whistler the T25 - Thursday, June 30th, 2011
Will & Family dropped off their T25 at the Shak this month for an internal re-vamp. We are beginning with some headlining, doorcards, and then fitting Whistler out with a cool store, half bed locker, ¾ RnR bed & engine cowling all hand crafted in a rich warm Calvados wood grain.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks.
Betty Blue hits the Shak - Thursday, June 30th, 2011
Betty arrived in the bright sunshine to begin her transformation courtesy of the Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings. We will begin with a full suit of doorcards, and with this in place we can then design additional pieces of furniture around Bettys existing interior.
Scott loves the one piece unit that came with Betty, so we are hand crafting bespoke units to harmonize with the current layout. Follow Bettys progress over the coming weeks.
Polly & Gavin land at the Shak - Thursday, June 30th, 2011
Polly is an Aussi girl and has arrived for a complete makeover at the Shak, with a full suit of doorcards, cab upholstery and matching RnR bed cushions Polly should look completely different when she leaves our workshop.
Her interior comprises of an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted from Ferrara Oak, ¾ RnR bed , leisure electrics, 240v hook-up…everything need to turn this empty shell into a working camper.
Hector hits the Shak - Sunday, May 8th, 2011
David dropped off Hector the newly refurbished Splitty crew cab for his internal makeover courtesy of The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings.
Hector hails from South Africa and will be having new headlining throughout, bespoke doorcards & seat upholstery all hand crafted in fluted profile in a new antique look fabric.
Follow Hectors progress over the coming weeks
Mrs. Umm lands in Lancashire - Sunday, May 8th, 2011
Tony dropped of his beloved bay “Mrs Umm” for a complete makeover at the shak. We will begin with new headlining throughout, new hand crafted doorcards & matching cab seat upholstery.
Inside the main camper will be our compact cooker unit, full width bed & porta potty.
Check out the progress over the coming weeks
T4 heads for the Shak - Sunday, May 8th, 2011
Neilson dropped off his new acquired T4 for an internal makeover, courtesy of the Shak & Creative. The T4 was already lined out but lacked the essentials for a useful camper.
So after a few discussions Neilson has decided on our compact cooker unit, collapsible storage bed, low level store and a matching set of new upholstery which should provide a great place to crash out for the night.
Check out progress over the coming weeks.
Beige Bay hits the countryside - Sunday, May 8th, 2011
Ryan dropped off his bay window camper for a makeover at the Shak & Creative. We will begin with new full length headlining throughout, window dressing, new doorcards, new cab upholstery etc.
Then with all that complete we can begin to fit her out with an Exclusive suite of furniture, new RnR upholstery etc.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Tilly gets titivated - Sunday, May 8th, 2011
Gary & Fiona couldn’t wait for their beloved Bay “Tilly” to be ready for them to collect. Fiona wanted to alter their dark brown doorcards and seating to something much brighter.
And after the couple had viewed Basil our Wedding Splitty their hearts were set on the same classic style & colour combo for Tilly.
So we pulled out the stops and Gary & Fiona were re-united with Tilly this week, and were delighted with our results.
Basil makes it to the Shak - Wednesday, April 6th, 2011
Jaan dropped off Basil for his complete re-fit courtesy of Creative Trimmings & The Shak. We will begin with a new headlining throughout, window dressing, doorcards, new upholstery from front to back including re-upholstering Basils Porsche seats.
With this in place we can fit him out with a new set of furniture hand crafted in Montana Oak….check out the gallery for more info.
Dougal heads for the Shak - Wednesday, April 6th, 2011
Lucy dropped Dougal the little blue Splitty for the complete works at the Shak. We will begin with headlining throughout, vertical quilted doorcards, some curved furniture all hand crafted in a new colour to capture that 50’s style diner look.
We will have some new interesting features with Dougal so watch this space for developments.
Grace should be amazing - Wednesday, April 6th, 2011
Duncan dropped of Grace the other day for her complete makeover courtesy of Creative Trimmings & The Camper Shak.
With full headlining, insulation & vertical quilted doorcards to start, then we can fit Graces Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Winchester Oak.
Then with this in place we can fit leisure electrics, 240v hook up…the full works really.
Check out the customer gallery for more information
Fatima Bay docks at the Shak - Wednesday, April 6th, 2011
Simon’s bright red dormobile “Fatima” landed at the Shak for a complete transformation. We will begin with new headlining throughout, curtain tracking, sunvisors etc.
Then we can fit an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in a warm Pippy Oak. To compliment this we will fit a set of vertical quilted profile doorcards, with matching upholstery throughout.
And to make the camper ready for the road we will fit Hi-Fi, Leisure electrics, 240v hook-up…the full works.
Follow developments in the gallery.
Minty makes it to the Shak - Thursday, March 24th, 2011
Andy & Kate and the children dropped off Minty for a complete makeover at the Shak. This project is going to be a big one as Minty is a super Viking and we have to hand craft her massive extending bellows and complicated upper bed upholstery.
To compliment her new bellows Minty is also having her inner roof painting to tidy the visual appearance when her full roof is erected.
With this in place we can then begin with headlining throughout including the extending roof, vertical profile quilted doorcards, matching bed upholstery and reupholstered Porsche cab seats to match.
Then we can begin to fit the Exclusive suite of hand crafted furniture and other accessories. Our real thanks to Andy, Kate & the family for working with us on this massive project.
Follow Minty’s progress over the coming weeks
Molly makes it to the Shak - Tuesday, March 8th, 2011
Molly landed at the Shak for a complete makeover, this will include new bellows fitting, headlining throughout, elegance doorcards hand crafted in Dune & Maroon. This theme will continue through the cab with Elegance cab seating and RnR bed upholstery.
Molly’s interior is going to be an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Sand Zebrano which should look fantastic, & fitted with a two-way fridge should keep things cool in the summer months.
Follow Molly’s progress over the following weeks.
Felix finds the Shak - Monday, March 7th, 2011
David & Julia dropped off Felix in the bright spring sunshine ready for his complete transformation courtesy of Creative Trimmings & the Shak. The work will begin with headlining both the cab and living area.
Then Julia has some great design ideas with velvet faced doorcards with brightly coloured buttons, which will correspond with the jet black furniture: Full width RnR bed and bespoke “L” shaped seating.
Lighting will be provided by low level led’s set into the upholstered fascia’s of the furniture.
With purple velvet curtains this is going to be a very special look for Julia & Dave…so follow the progress over the coming weeks
Cerys call at the Shak - Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Cerys was dropped off this week for some loving courtesy of Creative Trimmings & The Camper Shak. We will begin with a full headlining, Mad Matz flooring, complete suite of upholstered doorcards .
Then with this in place we can fit a full width RnR bed & overhead locker. We will finish the interior off with lighting and a full width suite of hand crafted cushions.
Follow the gallery for more updates
Keith arrives - Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Robin dropped of his classic bay window off last week for our compact cooker to be fitted ahead of his trip around Europe. Keith has been named after Robins Granddad who owned a bay window camper back in the day.
We will complete the pack with a 240v hook up for campsite power…follow the progress over the coming week.
Billy comes to Burscough - Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Adrian & Sandy dropped of “Billy” their bay window camper for the full works courtesy of Creative Trimmings & The Shak. We will begin with a full headlining throughout, thermo acoustic insulation, a complete suite of doorcards.
With this in place we can fit an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Montana Oak, then we can continue with new Elegance upholstery for the ¾ RnR bed, and continue the theme in the cab with new upholstered cab seating.
Follow Billy over the coming weeks
Bert lands at the Shak - Wednesday, January 26th, 2011
Bert is a Birmingham boy who arrived at the Shak the other day for a bit of a facelift. His owners Steph & Richard love this little Westy but they would like to make some improvements to his interior look.
We will begin by removing all his interior, then fit Bert out with a new set of Quilted Profile doorcards, a new set of Superior RnR bed cushions for both lower and upper beds & we will bring the cab seating up to spec with Elegance upholstery.
To make Bert more flexible for the family camping trips we are fitting leisure electrics, spots etc…follow Bert over the coming weeks.
Brent comes over the Pennines - Monday, January 17th, 2011
Brent landed on Saturday afternoon from Yorkshire with his T4 transporter, we had met up together last October to discuss Brent’s interior plans for his camper.
In the mean time Brent has lined all the interior ready for his new furniture and upholstery, which will include an Exclusive kitchen, bespoke main store with twin lids and our T4/T5 collapsible bed.
To compliment the new furniture we are hand crafting the new bed upholstery in a rich Dune with contrasting Almond piping which should look very striking.
Follow the gallery for more developments.
Rose joins the team - Monday, January 17th, 2011
Rose a bright red bay window is our latest addition to the growing Camper Shak camper line-up. She is not a bad girl but she needs a bit of loving to get her back into her prime ready for spring.
We intend to treat Rose to new hand crafted bellows, new hammocks, headlining, some new panels & a new paint job. With all that in place we can then fit her out with new doorcards a full suite of furniture and brand new upholstery just in time for the spring sunshine.
Follow Roses progress over the coming weeks
Forever Purple lands at the Shak - Monday, January 17th, 2011
Mark & Kelly dropped of their little bay window for a complete transformation at the Shak & Creative. We will begin by revitalising her with new headlining, profile doorcards and flooring, then with all in place we can begin to fit her out.
We have an exclusive suite of furniture handcrafted in French Walnut, and to compliment her new interior we will re-upholster the cab seating & fit new bed upholstery to boot.
Check the gallery for more shots
Will Scarlet enjoy her time at the Shak - Thursday, December 23rd, 2010
Scarlet landed the other day for a complete re-fit at the Shak. We will begin by fitting new headlining throughout, new soft carpet doorcards, new flooring, leisure electrics, 240v hook-up etc.
With this in place we can then fit her new compact cooker section, full width bed, overhead locker etc, all hand crafted in a warm Pippy Oak.
Then the final touches can be added with new upholstery form the tired cab seating, right through to the full width bed, and upper roof bed.
Follow Scarlet’s progress over the coming weeks
Basil is transformed - Thursday, December 23rd, 2010
Well its been a lot of hard work for the Camper Shak team, but we have now finished Basil just in time for our Christmas closure.
When our little splitty returned to us in May we began planning out his new interior working around some curved seating and new style upholstery.
I’m sure you agree that Basil is now the pick of the crop with new headlining throughout, window dressing, two large curved facing seats, and a new suite of luxurious upholstery and doorcards throughout.
To see what Basil looked like before we started go back to May this year for his gallery shots.
Peugeot is a real Partner - Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010
Nick loves to walk and climb and travels all round the country in pursuit of his hobby. His trusty Peugeot Partner is a cracking vehicle to transport all his gear, but often Nick felt he just didn’t have enough storage or a place to rest his head.
So after a meeting at the Camper Shak we had a plan to turn this empty Peugeot into a functional outdoor pursuit vehicle. Nick’s brief was to design both a bed and useful storage areas for his gear.
It was not long before we had constructed mock-ups to show Nick for his approval before hand crafting the furniture in his chosen wood colour “Grey Beige Zibrano”.
To make life a little warmer and quieter we insulated all the side and roof panels, before fitting a new set of soft feel door panels finished in a light grey to match the existing trim.
Then with all the furniture in place we will add the final touch with Nicks hand crafted G.T. upholstery, which should make the interior look quite sporty indeed.
Check for progress over the coming days
Little Red Splitty - Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010
Bob & Jan dropped off their little bright red Splitty the other day for a complete re-fit at the Shak, the process will begin with Creative Trimmings fitting new headlining throughout and with this in place we can begin the transformation.
A full suite of doorcards, cab upholstery and RnR bed cushions will compliment the Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in French Walnut.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Orange Viking - Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010
Another Viking is spotted on the shores behind Martin Mere with the arrival of Jeremy’s Viking bay window camper. This bay will undergo a full re-fit at the hands of Creative and The Shak.
A full suite of furniture hand crafted in a rich Calvados will certainly enhance this Vikings looks, and with brand upholstery to match this bay will turn some heads.
Follow the gallery for more updates
Bright Red Bay - Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010
Andy landed at the Shak the other week with his bay window camper which was looking a little tired and ready for some tlc at the hands of Creative Trimmings and The Camper Shak.
New profile doorcards will begin to lift the look of this camper, and with full width bed upholstery, Compact cooker etc, this bay will become a fully functional camper once again.
Check the gallery over the coming weeks
Nellie The Swedish Split - Sunday, September 26th, 2010
Elliot dropped off Nellie last week for a complete makeover at the Shak & Creative. We will begin by taking out her Swedish sauna roofing and replacing it with a full headlining, then we can begin on replacing her tartan doorcards .
Nellie will be dressed with a new set of doorcards, front cab upholstery & RnR bed cushions all hand crafted by the Creative team in Dune and Grey Friar.
With this in place we can fit her out with an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in a rich natural Calvados, which should set her of a treat. Follow her progress over the coming weeks.
Ellie the yellow van - Sunday, September 26th, 2010
Ellie arrived the other week for a transformation courtesy of both the Shak & Creative. We will begin with new headlining throughout, new Exclusive doorcards, cab upholstery & RnR bed cushions hand crafted from Sapphire & Dune.
With this in place we can fit Ellie with her Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in a rich Pippy Oak. So with her new interior and Dometic fridge she will be ready for many new camping adventures. Follow her progress over the coming weeks.
Ladybug lands on our patch - Sunday, September 26th, 2010
This brightly coloured bay landed at the Shak for a complete makeover. She will be having new headlining, hammock dressing, doorcards, RnR bed cushions…the full works really.
And with all this done we can begin on fitting her out with a full suite of furniture hand crafted in Sandy Birch. Follow the progress in the coming weeks.
Daisy, Daisy give me your answer do! - Sunday, September 26th, 2010
Daisy landed at the Shak & Creative for a transformation from an empty shell into a real show stopper. So with a full suite of Exclusive furniture in place we could begin to dress this girl with her new upholstery all hand crafted from our Premier range of fabrics.
Daisy left us on Friday last week and I’m sure you’ll agree she looks a picture with her new interior and stunning upholstery.
Anne & Peter drop in from Norfolk - Monday, August 9th, 2010
Anne & Peter left their dormobile camper with us the other weekend for a complete transformation at the Shak. Creative will begin with a full headlining throughout, doorcards, cab & RnR upholstery, hammocks, curtains etc.
Then with this in place we can begin to fit out this re-trimmed camper with an exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Matfen Chestnut. Follow the progress over the coming weeks.
Pauline lands from Scotland - Monday, August 9th, 2010
Pauline & her trusty bay window landed at the Shak for an Exclusive suite of hand crafted furniture. With no time to lose we will fit a new floor, and top it off with Mad Matz tiles, then fit Pauline’s new furniture in time for her to return and go on holiday down south.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Vicky lands at the Shak - Monday, August 9th, 2010
Vicky and her beloved bay dropped in for a complete transformation at the Shak. From new headlining to new flooring, this camper will be transformed from top to bottom.
With everything in place we can then begin to fit an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted from Light Winchester Oak.
Check progress over the coming weeks
Dormobile comes to the Shak - Monday, August 9th, 2010
Chris & Phillip dropped off their beloved dormobile the other weekend for its transformation courtesy of both Creative Trimmings and the Camper Shak.
With new door cards, Cab upholstery, R&R bed cushions etc harmonizing with a full suite of furniture hand crafted in Ferrara Oak this camper should look fab back on the street.
Nick & Harry land at the Shak - Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
Yet another Viking camper lands on our shores, with the arrival of Harry to the Camper Shak workshops. Harry is in for a complete makeover with:
New doorcards, a full suite of furniture hand crafted in Sandy Birch, then to compliment the new furniture a set of RnR bed cushions hand crafted in a rich blue fabric courtesy of Creative Trimmings.
Follow Harry’s progress over the coming weeks
Mu Mu calls from Arizona - Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
Andrea dropped off her Splitty Mu Mu the other weekend who hails from Arizona. The bus is very straight with no previous welding in her lifetime, but the inside is another story.
We will begin with a complete new headlining, window dressing, Doorcards, front seats and RnR bed cushions all provided by Creative Trimmings, then with this in place we can begin to fit our with a new suite of hand crafted furniture.
Follow Mu Mu over the coming weeks
Russ, Rita & Betty arrive at the Shak - Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
Betty landed the other weekend for a complete makeover at the hands of Creative Trimmings and the team at the Shak. Creative will begin with new full headlining throughout, window dressing, Elegance doorcards, ¾ RnR bed cushions all hand crafted in Dune & Cool blue.
With this in place we will then begin to fit out with a Madmatz flooring, full suite of furniture hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak, lighting 240v hook up…the full works.
Follow Betty over the coming weeks.
Simon lands with his Viking - Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
A Viking landed from Yorkshire when Simon dropped off his family’s special camper. We are to lift his interior with a full suite of doorcards in a soft feel carpet, then Creative can fit out with a full set of upholstery in Retro colours to match this old girl.
Simon’s furniture has been hand crafted in Light beech which should compliment his bright orange bodywork. Check out the gallery for more updates.
Freddie is dreaming of Priscilla - Wednesday, June 9th, 2010
Priscilla made the long journey up from London over the weekend for her complete makeover at Creative Trimmings & the Camper Shak. Work will begin with a new headlining throughout, then a complete suite of Premier doorcards, full width RnR bed cushions & front seat trimming, all following the theme of Dune & rain forest green.
Freddie wants a full width bed with a full length bench seat running from behind the drivers seat to form an “L” lounge seating for all his crew.
To finish we are to fit out Priscilla with some cool lighting. Follow the progress over the coming weeks.
Dougie is right up Jo’s Street - Wednesday, June 9th, 2010
Jo brought her lovely early Bay in for some furniture fitting. Jo is a very determined lady who wants to finish off the final touches with upholstery & soft furnishings herself.
So with her full width RnR bed, Compact cooker & small buddy hand crafted from Swiss Pear all in place, we look forward to seeing some shots of her finished Bay.
True Blue T5 - Wednesday, June 9th, 2010
We met with Nikki & Richard early in the year to discuss plans for their interior. And with both the couple being keen on design their T5 was set for a radical facelift. They had already purchased an RnR bed so we were to design and fit out the rest.
This will comprise of a bespoke kitchen section with inset Smev unit, main store and upright rear storage unit, all hand crafted in rich pearwood sporting a dark contrasting top for the lids.
To finish off around the RnR bed we will manufacture a new matching fascia with inset speakers, and at the rear of the bed will be fitted with twin access doors to the under bed storage.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Fanny lands at the Shak - Tuesday, May 25th, 2010
Neil’s children christened their beautiful bay window camper Fanny, don’t ask me why but it’s a name that has just stuck.
Anyway Fanny is in for a complete transformation courtesy of both Creative Trimmings and The Camper Shak. From new doorcards, RnR bed cushions, Exclusive suite of furniture, leisure electrics…the full works.
Check on Fanny’s progress over the coming weeks.
Basil is the pick of the crop. - Monday, May 24th, 2010
Basil is the name we have chosen for the Camper Shak Splitty, he has just come from the paint shop at 81av in Southport where he has been treated to a spruce up and new coat of paint.
Basil is a 1963 American Splitty, and he will be transformed over the summer months into our Wedding hire vehicle, he will be sporting a very special curved interior to offer plenty of seating for his guests.
We have a lot of work to turn his empty shell into a real show stopper…so watch this space for more developments over the coming weeks.
Cat & Matt are ready to roll - Monday, May 24th, 2010
These two keen cyclists came to see us some months ago to discuss the layout for their T5 transporter. Their interior had to accommodate at least two bikes up front yet still have a cooker, storage and our collapsible storage bed.
Well after designing their bed to have twin rucksack storage beneath it was time for Creative Trimmings to provide the finishing touches with our bespoke hand crafted cushions, manufactured in Apple mint and blue to match the T5 exterior.
This T5 is now ready to roll out on many camping adventures.
Andy & Hayley head for the sun - Monday, May 10th, 2010
Andy dropped of his bright bay window camper down at the Shak ready for a complete makeover. The treatment will begin with a through clearout, new flooring, headlining from tip to toe, a full width bed, camper shak compact cooker & small buddy.
With all this in place we are fitting a smooth set of doorcards and complimenting the fit out width full width bed cushions hand crafted in Mulled Wine and Jasmine white.
Check out developments in the coming weeks.
Bill & Tracy are fleeing Blue - Monday, May 10th, 2010
A bright newly painted bay arrived at the Shak last week, and Tracy & Bill were pleased to see it settled into the Camper Shak workshop. It’s been a labour of Love for them both to get their pride and joy ready for a complete transformation courtesy of The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings
We will begin by removing the roof and fitting new bellows, and then a complete new headlining is required before we fit new flooring, then an Exclusive suite of furniture across their full width bulkhead.
To compliment this we are fitting a full width bed which will be sporting a set of Elegance bed upholstery, which should look great with their premier door cards, and Superior front cab seats.
All of this will be hand crafted from our brand new range of colourful stylish fabrics…watch this space for more developments.
Aussi Bay say’s G’day - Monday, May 10th, 2010
Rita is the affectionate name that Nick & Fiona have christened their bright white bay from Oz. Yes little Rita is in for a transformation from an empty shell into a fully functional camper. She will begin with a chequered floor, an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in a textured white.
With a full package of leisure electrics & 240v hook up Rita will be comfortable to be in while camping.
Follow her progress over the coming weeks
Joran’s 2ltr cruiser - Wednesday, April 21st, 2010
To keep the cruising image Joran wanted his empty bay to become a useful day van, starting with durable rubber flooring tiles, then Premier doorcards throughout in black, and to compliment this a full width bed sporting a full set of Premier RnR bed cushions.
Follow the progress in the gallery
Jan’s 2.4ltr pirate ship - Wednesday, April 21st, 2010
Jan also wanted to keep as much room as possible in his camper, so starting with a rubber floor throughout we then are fitting a full set of Premier doorcards throughout all hand crafted in Almond with black piping and stitching detail.
This will compliment his full width RnR bed cushions which have been hand crafted to match the theme of Almond & black.
To offer additional seating and storage we have made a bespoke wide buddy seat which will be positioned along the full bulkhead. This new seat will again be sporting new upholstery in Almond with black piping and stitching detail.
And to finish off the transformation we are re-upholstering Jan’s front cab and bench seat in matching fabric.
Follow the gallery for more updates
Amily arrives at the Shak - Thursday, April 8th, 2010
Amily started life as an ambulance on the continent where she provided transport for her patients to the local hospital. She was of course a transporter then but now with her windows fitted and seats removed she can be transformed into a camper.
Her transformation will begin with Creative Trimmings fitting a new headlining throughout, and then we can dress around the windows before fitting new door cards in the rear of the camper.
With the base complete we can begin to fit her new furniture: Compact cooker, bespoke small buddy & full width RnR bed, all hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak.
Then finally Creative Trimmings will provide bespoke cushions for the small buddy and full width bed cushions in the rear.
Bilbo enjoys Fellowship at the Shak - Thursday, April 8th, 2010
Bilbo is the affectionate name given to Eric & Jill’s newly restored Bay window camper. Eric has a real thing for The Lord of the Rings as he was a sound engineer who worked on the trilogy of productions.
So Bilbo will be undergoing a transformation at the Shak starting with Creative Trimmings hand crafting new cab seating, Premier Doorcards & ¾ RnR bed cushions. This should look fab set against Bilbo’s new Exclusive suite of furniture all hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak…a real favourite this year.
Check out the gallery for more updates
Widjy lands at the Shak - Thursday, April 8th, 2010
Sue & Ian dropped off Widgy in a multi-coloured coat as he prepares for his new paintwork after his transformation at the Shak.
We will begin by fitting new headlining throughout courtesy of Creative Trimmings, with this in place Widgy will be having a full set of Exclusive doorcards all hand crafted in Tangerine with Almond fluted inserts, and to finish matching full width Exclusive bed cushions which should look very colourful indeed.
Sue & Ian have opted for a full width bed and they have commissioned a full width bulkhead unit, encompassing storage, draw units, a thermo cooler and a curved storage area by the sliding door.
Check out the gallery for more updates.
Garry’s new upholstery is ready to go - Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Garry came over to meet with us at Creative Trimmings last month, were we discussed ideas for his new suite of Superior upholstery for his split screen camper.
Garry had made some internal alterations and now in the rear of the camper has two full width seats facing each other. By using the table in the centre this would create a full width bed, the cushions would be re-arranged to form a comfortable place to sleep.
To contrast his Superior upholstery in Mulled wine with Dune piping, we made a set of four cylindrical arm rests in Dune with Mulled wine piping.
I’m sure this will look mighty fine in Garry’s beautiful Splitty.
Adams van needs a little help. - Monday, March 8th, 2010
Yes this Bay window camper needed a little help from our boys in yellow this weekend to make it through to the Shak. But with Adams camper safely inside our workshop we can begin to turn this empty shell into a functional camper.
Adam has chosen an Excusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Maple consisting of: Exclusive kitchen, Exclusive main store, ½ bed locker, overhead locker & table. Follow the progress over the coming days.
Dora the Explorer discovers the Shak - Monday, March 8th, 2010
Tony & Joyce dropped off their Devon Moonraker “Dora” for a complete transformation courtesy of The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings. Creative Trimmings will begin with new headlining throughout, redressing the raising roof and upper pillars.
With this in place Creative will then fit out he entire camper with Exclusive doorcards hand crafted in Dune with Greyfriar inserts with contrasting stitching detail. We can then turn our attention to re-upholstering their cab seats in the same colour theme.
This theme of Dune with Grey friar will be continued with their RnR bed cushions and large double upper bed cushions. The Camper Shak can then fit out Dora with an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Mussel (a new colour)with contrasting Grey beige Zebrano lids .
Follow Dora’s progress as she is going to look very special indeed
Betty says Boop to the Shak - Monday, March 8th, 2010
Betty is the affectionate name given to Paula & Jane’s Bay window camper, she is looking good with a bright coat of vivid blue, which should look cool against her new interior which has been hand crafted in Ferrara Oak.
To compliment her new furniture Creative Trimmings are fitting her out with a complete set of Exclusive doorcards hand crafted in Lupin & Dune, then with these in place we can focus on her cab seats, RnR bed cushions etc.
We have to give Betty new bellows, headlining, and provide some funky lighting in her Pop Top, so watch this space for some interesting developments.
Tinkerbell flutters to the Shak - Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Tinkerbell landed at the Shak for her complete transformation courtesy of The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings. She will be having a Compact Cooker, Bespoke small buddy and Porta buddy all hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak.
With this place Creative Trimmings will take over and provide RnR Superior bed cushions hand crafted in Cool blue with Ocean blue piping and stitching detail.
Follow her progress over the coming weeks
Lotti wins a trip to the Shak - Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Lotti is a very very pink bay window camper, who made her way up from Wales for a complete makeover at the Shak.
She will be having a complete suite of Exclusive furniture all hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak which should compliment her exterior colour a treat.
Follow her progress over the coming weeks
Pete races to the Shak - Tuesday, January 26th, 2010
We met up with Pete last summer….(hence the foliage on the trees) to discus his plans for his newly acquired race support vehicle, in the form of a Jumbo Ford Transit.
Pete races a 250bhp 1.8 Caterham round several circuits up and down the country, and having to spend the night under canvas or in the empty van is no fun at all.
So we have plenty to go at here as the jumbo Transit is an absolute whopper inside, Pete wants a gas powered heating system with hot water, warm air heating, a full wet room with shower, loo and wash basin.
A fully fitted kitchen with condensing fridge, oven, above and below storage, sink and cooker, oh yes and somewhere to sleep and seating for up to 4 people. And in the rear of the van: a garage area to house tools and necessary racing equipment.
With all the above in place Creative Trimmings will provide all the bed cushions, door cards, upper upholstery etc, with the final soft touches courtesy of Creative Curtains & Cushions
We are going to have our work cut out with this one so watch this space for forthcoming developments.
Daisy Docks at the Shak - Monday, January 18th, 2010
Daisy is our trusty Bay window Moonraker which was stripped out a few weeks ago ready for her makeover.
Daisy will be having a complete re-ft with Creative Trimmings making a start with Elegance profile doorcards, and to compliment her new panels she will be upholstered in Dune and Marigold Elegance cushions.
With all things in place she will then be fitted with an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak. To make her completely ready for the road she will have:
Leisure electrics, a 3-way fridge, 240v hook-up, multi point seatbelts, Hi-Fi…the list goes on. And the final soft touches will be provided by Creative Curtains & Cushions offering some harmonious soft furnishings.
Follow the gallery for forthcoming developments
Angus crosses the Pennines - Monday, January 18th, 2010
Angus is a bright blue T25 who has come to The Camper Shak for a complete makeover. His re-fit will start with Creative Trimmings providing a new headlining and pillar dressing throughout, followed by a set of Profile doorcards handcrafted in Dune and cool blue.
The colour theme continues with the lower Full width RnR cushions and upper double bed sporting Dune with cool blue piping and stitching detail. Finally the front cab will be brought up to spec with both captains seats re-upholstered in the same livery.
With everything in place its will be time to fit the new furniture, which has been hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak…which should look really fresh against Angus’s new colours.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Buttercup comes to the Shak - Monday, January 18th, 2010
Michael & Sam brought their beloved Bay window camper Buttercup over for a complete re-fit. With the camper being a vivid yellow the interior is going to follow a similar theme. Tinted glass and rich dark carpet door cards throughout should provide a real cosy and snug place to rest and chill.
Next a Compact cooker unit, full width bed and small buddy unit will be fitted, and to compliment their new furniture, Creative Trimmings will provide a complete suite of Elegance bed upholstery, hand crafted in Cobalt and Marigold yellow inserts and piping.
The engine cowling should be a real eye catcher as Michael & Sam have commissioned our plug cushion and spare wheel cover in matching livery.
Hetty hurries to the Shak - Sunday, November 22nd, 2009
Hetty is the affectionate name given to Mr & Mrs Gaskell’s T25 camper. As Hetty’s furniture is in good shape we are to provide a new floor, a full suite of Exclusive doorcards, re-upholster the cab seating, and provide hand crafted Exclusive bed cushions in the rear.
To compliment the new rear seating Mrs Gaskell has asked that we round things off with a set of our cylindrical bed cushions.
Watch the gallery for developments.
Lindsay’s Largo comes to the Shak - Sunday, November 22nd, 2009
Lindsay brought down her Nissan Largo this week and set us a design challenge. We are to convert this estate traveller into a true recreational vehicle with bed, units, cooker etc…the full works.
Lindsay has already purchased a folding metal bed which we are to fit, with this in place we can then design a furniture solution in the remaining space available.
The next stage will be a complete suite of upholstered bed cushions from Creative Trimmings.
So watch this space for some interesting developments.
South African Splitty hits the Shak - Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
Val & Jonty’s Split screen camper is a real rare creature as it originated in South Africa. What makes it even more special is the large elevating roof and the sliding door sporting twin windows.
The little Splitty has made the journey down from Newcastle for a complete makeover at the Shak. The transformation will include:
New bellows, headlining throughout, Mad Matz chequer board flooring, An Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Stilo Walnut. Then with this in place Creative Trimmings will transform the double and single cab seating with Elegance upholstery hand crafted in Apple mint & Dune.
Continuing the theme in the main camper with a complete suite of Exclusive doorcards, combined with Elegance bed upholstery should turn this empty little Splitty into real showstopper
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Mellow Yellow is a cool customer - Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
Lee’s newly refurbished Bay window camper landed at the Shak for a full makeover. This bright Bay will begin with full headlining throughout , Mad Matz chequer board flooring, Then Creative Trimmings will take over and provide a vibrant set of Exclusive doorcards manufactured in Dune and Yellow which will harmonize perfectly with Lee’s new premier trim cab seats and bed cushion upholstery.
With all this in place we will fit Lee’s hand crafted full width bed ,Overhead locker, Compact cooker unit and small buddy
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
The Shak & Creative’s show camper - Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Our bright blue Devon Poptop gets ready for the full Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings treatment. Yes our Blue Bay has just come out of the restoration workshops at 81av in Southport, and both Diane & I are very pleased.
John and the team have done a cracking job of the bodywork and respray…now all we have to do at The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings is transform this empty van into a show camper in time for Busfreeze in November.
This bright blue bay is having the complete works with new bellows and roof mechanism, headlining throughout, a Mad Matz tiled floor, an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in a brand new wood colour
Full set of Exclusive doorcards, Exclusive upholstery will be continued with the cab seats and RnR bed cushions…and with 240v hook up, leisure electrics we hope it will turn some heads.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
T25 Hightop heads for the Shak - Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Lisa & Jackie dropped of their smart T25 hightop for a complete makeover at The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings. First the girls are having a suite of furniture hand crafted in French Walnut.
Then to compliment their new furniture Creative Trimmings will be providing Elegance doorcards, Cab upholstery & Full width bed cushions hand crafted in Citrus Green with a complimentary Dune insert…which should look fantastic.
Look out for progress over the coming weeks
Gregs T25 drops in from Wales - Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Greg landed last Saturday with his T25 and dog in tow, ready to drop off his camper for a complete makeover at the Shak.
Greg is having hand crafted furniture manufactured in a new Woodland Mocha, this bright grained wood should lift the whole of the camper, and with his new Classic upholstery from Creative Trimmings he will be able to head for the Welsh hills camping.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Rebecca’s T4 lands at the Shak - Sunday, September 20th, 2009
Rebecca dropped off her cool looking T4 at the Camper Shak this weekend for the full treatment. Rebecca has chosen the Compact cooker along with our collapsible bed, with accompanying lower level store.
With everything in place Creative Trimmings will provide a complete suite of Elegance upholstery to create a full width bed circa 6ft long x 5ft wide…plenty of space to relax after a hard day at the beach.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Norison travels down from Edinburgh - Sunday, September 20th, 2009
Sonya & Colin dropped off their beloved bay window the other weekend for a Camper Shak makeover. We will begin by removing their existing roof an replacing with a newer version.
From here the Bay will be fitted out with an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in a bright Maple.
With this in place Creative Trimmings will take over an fit new headlining throughout, then supply new Elegance doorcards, bed cushions and reupholster both cab seats in Forest green & Fudge vinyl.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Silverfish swims to the Shak - Sunday, September 20th, 2009
Anthony has dropped off his late bay window camper for us to re-vamp, Creative Trimmings will begin by creating a full suite of Elegance doorcards in a bright blue with grey centre flash with contrasting blue stitching detail.
The Camper Shak will be fitted new trims, vw logo’s, stainless steel detailing around the bus, and getting everything ship shape ready for the road.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
T4 lands at the Shak - Friday, August 21st, 2009
Jan & Katrina met with us at Dubfreeze this Feb to discuss their interior for their T4, with their camper now with us we can begin to design furniture around our Compact cooker unit.
The couple want a large bespoke main storage unit with dual lids and lower storage areas, which should run toward the rear of the camper, meeting the high level rear cupboard and cubby storage.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Bright Blue Bay lands at the Shak - Friday, August 21st, 2009
Jason & Julie dropped off their Bright Blue Bay window camper for the full works at The Shak. This newly restored camper is going to start with:
A Mad Matz tiled floor and engine cowling, leisure electrics, 240v hook up, lighting…and with all that complete a full Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted from Light Winchester Oak.
We will design some upper storage within the pop top, rather than a bed to offer complete flexibility.
Then we can then wire them for sound with a quadraphonic surround speaker system….Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Stanley comes to the Park - Friday, August 21st, 2009
Stanley the newly restored Bay arrived at the Shak the other weekend, his owner John an avid Accrington Stanley fan is monitoring progress from his base in Iraq. So it was down to his father to drop off the historic Bay ready for the work to begin.
Stanley will be having the full Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings treatment, with new headlining throughout, doorcards, ¾ Elegance bed cushions & front cab upholstery.
Then to compliment this we will fit an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak…which should look fantastic.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Neil & Catherine’s Bay - Tuesday, July 21st, 2009
This lowered bay will begin with Creative Trimmings getting to grips with new headlining throughout, window trimming in soft fabrics.
With this complete we can concentrate on Elegance doorcards, Elegance RnR bed cushions and Elegance cab seat upholstery….all hand crafted in Apple mint & Jasmine white.
Then with everything in pace we can begin to fit their full Exclusive suite of furniture all handcrafted in rich Montana Oak
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Splitty drops in for the full treatment - Tuesday, July 21st, 2009
Mike & Catherine dropped off their Split screen camper for the full treatment.
This little Split will be enjoying a new headlining throughout, window trimming, Premier doorcards & full width RnR Elegance bed cushions from Creative Trimmings all hand crafted in a mixture of Dune & Cobalt.
Then with this in place we will fit a full width bed hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak, follow the progress over the coming weeks.
American boy docks at the Shak - Tuesday, June 30th, 2009
This American boy arrived last weekend to receive a complete makeover by both The Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings.
We began this week by stripping the bay back to bear bones ready for the transformation to begin, and in doing so we found dollars & dimes going back to the 70’s tucked away behind the nooks and crannies of the historic furniture.
We are bringing the interior right up to date with our Compact cooker unit, Full width RnR bed, small buddy seat and matching table…all hand crafted in a warm Pippy Oak.
To compliment this Creative Trimmings will be providing a complete set of Premier door cards, RnR Elegance bed cushions, and they will be re-upholstering those tired front seats in a rich Walnut and Dune contrasting trim.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
High top visits from the Highlands - Sunday, June 7th, 2009
Jane & John made the long journey from Glasgow to leave their high top bay with us at the Shak. This is our first high top camper and there is plenty to do…with Creative Trimmings taking over the project first with Veltrim for the entire high top, then a new cab headlining, contrasting Veltrim for around the window area, new doorcards, cab seating and bed cushions hand crafted in Mulled wine & Dune.
We will then fit a suite of furniture hand crafted from Cider pear which should contrast with the upholstery and their floral flooring. Plenty to see with this project…follow all the progress over the coming weeks
Lucy comes up from the Midlands - Sunday, June 7th, 2009
Darren dropped of his beloved bay window camper at the weekend for a complete makeover. Lucy is having thermo & acoustic insulation, some headlining and new set of furniture hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak which should keep the camper looking nice and bright inside.
Follow Lucy’s progress over the coming weeks
Yellow Submarine surfaces at the Shak - Sunday, June 7th, 2009
Matthew made the long journey from the picturesque town of Galway on the west coast of Ireland, his ferry arrived at 05:00am at Birkenhead and both Diane & I were ready at the Shak to greet him when he arrived an hour later.
Matthew is having a full suite of furniture hand crafted in Maple, and with this in place Creative Trimmings will take over with side headlining, a set of Profile door cards manufactured in Dune with yellow piping and stitching detail, and to finalise a ¾ set of bed cushions to match.
Follow progress over the coming weeks
Blue Bay arrives from Oz - Sunday, June 7th, 2009
Steve & Anne purchased their fully restored camper from Billy at G’day kombis and its next port of call was the Camper Shak. Whilst in our care the blue bay will be having a new tiled floor (Mad Matz), we have got this down already. Then a complete suit of Exclusive furniture hand crafted in Ferrara Oak, and to compliment this Creative Trimmings will be providing new cab seating, door cards and bed cushions in Dune with contrasting blue.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Beige bus lands at the Shak - Sunday, May 17th, 2009
Sarah arrived with her beloved beige bus for a complete re-fit at the Camper Shak, She will be having an exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Stilo Walnut with both Superior cab seats & ¾ RnR bed cushions upholstered in Grey Friar with contrasting Rouge piping provide courtesy of Creative Trimmings.
When this is combined with a vivid red flooring from the Rubber Floor Store the van should be very eye catching indeed
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
John & Mags sail in from Dublin - Sunday, May 17th, 2009
John & Mags made the crossing from Dublin to be with us at the Shak where their bay window camper will be transformed into a fully functional camper. Their project will commence with new headlining throughout, then insulation, doorcards.
An exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Stilo Walnut with lighting, leisure electrics etc.
With this in place Creative Trimmings will provide a new look from the cab right through to the sleeping area with Superior upholstery hand crafted from Damson with contrasting Grape piping.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Clive goes Wild at the Shak - Monday, May 4th, 2009
Clive Whilde brought his early Bay window tin top for the full Camper Shak treatment. The newly restored bay is going to have new headlining, then a tall unit bespoke piece of furniture behind the drivers seat which will feature a microwave, storage and thermo cooler.
Then alongside the full bulkhead Clive is having a porta buddy along with a smaller seat which will create a bench seat opposite our full width RnR bed, all of this manufactured in a rich French Walnut
When all this is complete Creative Trimmings will create doorcards, bed cushions, bespoke cushions for opposite the bed and finally reupholster both the cab seating.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks.
Lisa drops off Herbieta - Monday, May 4th, 2009
This pink bay arrived on a bright spring day to receive our full attention, Herbieta will be having a Camper Shak compact cooker, full width bed, overhead locker and all the trimmings etc manufactured in a bright Maple to keep the inside bright and airy.
Follow her progress over the coming weeks.
Andy & Jo come up from the Capital - Monday, May 4th, 2009
After meeting with us earlier in the year to formulate their plans Andy & Jo dropped off their T25 at the Shak for a complete makeover. Their bright white bus wanted our full attention with new headlining, then a complete suite of elegance furniture hand crafted in Light Winchester Oak…which should look fantastic.
With all of this complete Creative Trimmings will provide doorcards & bed cushions hand crafted in Cobalt and Dune to create a striking look.
Promise makes the journey from Wales - Friday, March 20th, 2009
Promise is the name given to Michael & Lisa’s Bay window camper. The Bay is so called because Michael made Lisa a promise that when the bay was transformed into a fully fitted camper it would transform their holidays for the future.
Promise is having a complete makeover at the Shak, check out the gallery for the full story.
Lalita arrives at the Shak - Friday, March 20th, 2009
Lalita Tripura Sundari is the affectionate name given to a bright red bay which arrived in the sunshine from North Wales for a complete makeover at the Shak.
John & Laura dropped off their Red Goddess at the Shak last Friday for the full Camper Shak treatment, this will comprise of a full suite of Exclusive furniture manufactured in Pippy Oak, along with a comprehensive electrical package should turn this bay into a fully functional camper.
Follow developments over the coming weeks
Hannah hurries to the Shak - Friday, March 20th, 2009
Hannah is the affectionate name given to Rob & Maxine’s bright blue bay window camper. Hannah like most bays from the 70’s had a well worn interior which was certainly past its best.
So after discussing what would work in their camper we had a plan of action for their full suite of Exclusive furniture hand crafted in Limed Oak. Follow her progress over the coming weeks.
Sylvester thought he saw a Birdie - Sunday, March 15th, 2009
Matt, Kiera and the family made the journey up from the New Forest with Sylvester in tow, he will definitely see some birdies during his stay with us at the Camper Shak.
Its spring at the Shak now and as we look onto Martin Mere wildfowl reserve there is always plenty of activity.
Sylvester is in for a complete suite of furniture manufactured in Wendland birch, and to compliment his new looks Creative Trimmings are fashioning a complete set of bed cushions combined with a couple of covers for his new bed up top.
Follow the progress in the following weeks
David’s Brazilian Bay comes to stay - Wednesday, February 18th, 2009
David and his family are the proud owners of a newer Bay window vehicle which we are going to transform into a functional camper.
David has been snow bound for the past few weeks waiting fore the roads to clear and start the journey to sunny Lancashire, we have been lucky and had now snow at all.
So its all hands to the pumps to get this Brazilian ship shape and ready for action. Follow the progress in the coming weeks.
Sheridan and Dave make it to the Shak - Wednesday, February 18th, 2009
Sheridan & Dave have real plans to turn their Bay window transporter into a true VW Camper. We discussed all their thoughts in our customer area before going out into the workshop to try out a few ideas.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks.
Mikes Caravelle cruises up to the Shak - Wednesday, February 18th, 2009
Mike made the big trip from Kent in his newly sprayed T25 Caravelle, we are fitting new headlining throughout around the raising roof (which Mike fitted himself) we are also supplying a full suite of furniture which Mike will fit back in Kent.
Creative Trimmings will supply a full compliment of exclusive upholstery and doorcards…so this Caravelle is going to look fab.
Amanda & Mark swap the farm for the Shak - Monday, February 9th, 2009
Amanda & Mark made the journey down from their working holiday farm in the Lake District to drop off the familys bay window camper at the Shak. They own Gill Head Farm which offers full camping and caravanning facilities for travellers visiting the beautiful Lake District.
They want us to re-vamp their interior so that the whole family can enjoy the scenery the area can offer. Follow the progress in the coming weeks.
Claire Splits her holiday - Monday, February 9th, 2009
Claire and her boyfriend took a break from their holiday up North to pick up her new interior from The Camper Shak.
Claire has owned her beloved Splitty for a number of years but 2009 was the year for her new interior, and whilst on holiday from down south she came over to take possession of her new suite of self-fit furniture.
We have been promised some future shots so watch this space.
Kev’s T4 arrives at the Shak - Saturday, January 17th, 2009
Kevin has owned his T4 for nearly a year now, and he has a clear plan on what he wants inside his cruiser. To provide full flexibility we are going to fit a Compact cooker unit, a low level store unit which will house Kevin’s leisure electrics & 240v systems.
This will run alongside our expanding bed system, which when extended will provide Kevin with a full width bed at over 6ft in length and 5ft in width….plenty of room to stretch out and relax.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Braveheart comes down form the North - Monday, January 5th, 2009
Braveheart belongs to David & Janet who have owned this bay window camper for some time. He started off in orange and has undergone a real change as he shows off his new two colour coat of bright silver and blue.
Braveheart will be having the full Camper Shak treatment before heading back to spend his days up North.
Scott’s project camper reaches the Shak - Monday, January 5th, 2009
When Scott said he was bringing his nearly finished camper to us he was not kidding. I think I am safe in saying that we have not had a lighter camper in our workshop before.
This camper has a special history as it was Scott’s grandfathers who purchased from new…so its been around for some time.
The Bay arrived on a cold January morning and its here to have some bespoke furniture fitted, then its back down south to be finished by Scott as he fits the new engine, gearbox, electrics, doors, glass…….and everything else you need to make it go.
Swampy comes from across the water - Monday, January 5th, 2009
David, Sarah and the children collected Swampy after his stay over at the Shak, he has certainly had the full treatment :
Staring with new replacement bellows and spring mechanisms, complete new headlining throughout, thermo / acoustic insulation, Creative Trimmings doorcards finished in Forest Green and Dune, Leisure electrics, 240v hook up, Sound system etc.
Then we were ready to fit Swampy’s new interior manufactured in a bright Ferrara Oak. David & Sarah had an oven in their previous furniture and wanted to retain this valuable feature, so we created a bespoke kitchen unit within our workshop & introduced a couple of new storage ideas.
With all of this in place the closing touched were the ¾ bed Elegance bed cushions from Creative Trimmings, and the final touch was a complete set of curtains from Sew Inspired hand crafted in a green Gingham from their extensive fabric library.
I’m sure you will agree that Swampy will now turn some heads.
Ken’s Camper is not beaten at Nuneaton - Monday, January 5th, 2009
“Pie” Kens camper struggled to make the journey up the country to the Camper Shak, suffering with engine problems on two occasions.
After some problems along the way “Pie” arrived on the back of a transporter feeling very sink indeed. Well after some major surgery at 81av in Southport, Pie was fighting fit with a brand new engine and clutch and was now ready for his new makeover at the Shak.
Follow the full story through the gallery
Ethel streaks to the Shak - Wednesday, November 19th, 2008
Ethel is the affectionate name given to Kevin and Gillians bay window camper who travelled from Wales to join us at The Camper Shak for a complete interior transformation.
She is to have the full Camper Shak treatment, and then she is to have a new set of RnR bed cushions from the Classic range of fabrics courtesy of Creative Trimmings.
Follow her progress in the coming weeks
Rupert arrives in a bare state - Monday, November 3rd, 2008
Rupert is the affectionate name given to Sue & Marks new Camper. The whole family came over to drop him off and go over the finer details of his refurbishment programme.
Rupert is having thermo & acoustic insulation, Floor preparation, Classic headlining, leisure & 240v electrics, Lighting, Roof Rack fitting, 4 speaker hi-fi connection, Seatbelts.
And when that is complete we are installing a complete suite of Exclusive furniture manufactured in a rich Pippy Oak, and to compliment his new interior, Creative Trimmings are creating Elegance door cards, RnR bed foams and new front cab seats.
Follow Ruperts progress over the coming weeks
I saw a “Maus” where…down at the Shak - Monday, November 3rd, 2008
Maus has just come out of the paint shop, where he has been given a splendid new coat of Mouse Grey over white, and he looks fantastic. David & Sara first starting discussing their thoughts for their special Splitty at Dubfreeze this February.
Its been a long wait but he arrived last Saturday and what a dazzler he is. Maus is to have the complete Camper Shak treatment with an Exclusive suite of furniture manufactured in Limed Oak, which should look fantastic against his new coat.
Follow his progress over the coming weeks
“Leaky” Lands at the Shak - Thursday, October 30th, 2008
Leaky is the affectionate name given to Neil and Traceys bright blue T25. I think we can guess what sort of experience they might have had to conjure up that name.
Anyway Leaky is home and dry now that she has arrived at the Camper Shak, where she will be undergoing a complete transformation with a bespoke build to accommodate her existing 2 way fridge.
Both Neil & Tracey desperately wanted to keep their fridge as they travel so much on the continent…so we have redesigned their entire furniture layout to accommodate their unit.
Follow Leakys progress over the coming weeks
Andys T4 hits the Shak - Friday, October 24th, 2008
Andy is a real outdoor pursuit guy spending the majority of his free time climbing mountains etc, he uses his T4 as base camp when he and his girlfriend are out and about in the countryside.
With Andys metal bed already in place we began to design him a bespoke interior providing all the useful nook and cranny storage areas he was after.
Follow the progress in the coming weeks
Nathanial & Paulas Bay reaches the Shak - Thursday, October 23rd, 2008
Now these two are real camper travellers with their beloved Bay window camper sporting stickers from all across the continent.
They have travelled to almost everywhere within Europe in their trusty 2 litre automatic bay, and after having the exterior spruced up it was time to consider the interior for the next season in 2009.
Watch this space for more updates on their progress.
Geoff makes the journey from Oz - Thursday, October 23rd, 2008
Geoffrey is a true Australian chap who has made the journey all the way from down-under to his new home in Lancashire and new owner “ Geoff”.
Now whats the chances of that, the camper having the same name even before they met up,some things are meant to be I suppose.
Well Geoffrey is in for a complete make-over at the Camper Shak which will include some new furniture variations…so watch this space for more information.
Santorini Bay is a big project. - Monday, September 29th, 2008
While we were on leave in September we came across this Bay window camper on the Greek Isle of Santorini. Although this was the only bay we saw on the trip, we think that this one is beyond our reach.
The owner has been using it for some years now as a place to store hay bails, well whatever floats your boat I suppose.
If anyone has any other wild shots of VW campers that they have spotted during their hols drop us a line, who knows we might have started something here.
Andy drops off his Bay - Thursday, September 25th, 2008
Andy and his Bay made the journey up from Portsmouth to the Camper Shak, where his part restored van will be having the complete works.
We will be fitting a new headlining throughout the camper, re-fitting his smoked glass then insulating, fitting a new floor, leisure and 240v electrics, Hi-Fi, Lighting…the complete works before fitting an Exclusive suite of furniture manufactured in Limed Oak.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
“Sol” Shines on the Shak - Thursday, September 25th, 2008
“Sol” is Pod and Juliette's newly painted Bay window Camper sporting a Viking conversion. Pod and Juliette are having a full width bed and a Camper Shak compact cooker to fit along side the window wall, all manufactured in Wendland Birch.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Dave & Pennys smart Blue Bay - Sunday, September 7th, 2008
Dave & Pennys smart Bay window camper came to us for the complete Camper Shak treatment. They had chosen a complete suit of Exclusive furniture manufactured in our brand new wood colour of “Winchester Oak”.
Dave & Penny had chosen a combination flooring from Mad Matz, which really helped to create a period look to the camper. And with our full suite of furniture in place their bay is now ready for action.
The couple and their little boy will be taking their first trip away to Vanfest 2008…so if you see them give them a wave.
Tristan the Tin Top Tardis - Sunday, September 7th, 2008
Matt & Georgina have turned Tristan from a tight Tin Top, into a roomy pop top bay. As soon as his conversion was complete Matt & Georgina made contact to book Tristan in for a makeover.
They are both planning some big trips in Tristan this Autumn, as they head off to tour around Europe until Christmas this year.
Straight after that Tristan is too be whisked away in a container to Oz, where Matt & Georgina will fly out to meet him before exploring this rugged continent.
Angelina is ready for her transformation - Friday, August 8th, 2008
Angelina made her way up from South Wales on a transporter on a wet and very bleak day. Angelina had just undergone a complete external restoration and now it was time for Celyn and Sarah to consider her new interior.
It was not long before we had a plan of action for her complete transformation down at the Camper Shak. Angelina was to have an Exclusive makeover in Montana Oak, with complementary Elegance upholstery doorcards, new cab seating & bedroom upholstery, finished in Apple mint with Dune fluted inserts…courtesy of Creative Trimmings.
Check out the gallery for the whole story
Lola is set to be a show girl - Friday, August 8th, 2008
Lola is the beloved Bay of Brian & Sarah, who have after spending many trips in the American Westy wanted something different for their interior.
Well Lola arrived still sporting her old interior and after deciding on her new look we stripped her out ready for action
She will be having an Exclusive makeover in Ferrara Oak, and to compliment this her bedroom upholstery will be finished in Deep maroon with Dune piping and fluting inserts.
Follow the story over the coming weeks
Sali arrives from Wales - Monday, June 30th, 2008
“Sali” is a real Welsh girl, and her proud owners Owain and Cathy dropped her off for a complete makeover. They had chosen an interior manufactured in Ferrara Oak (a real favourite this year).
With a suite of Elegance upholstery supplied from Creative Trimmings, finished in Ocean Blue & Dune, with a contrasting colour switch for the main cab seats.
They picked her up after her transformation at the Shak, and headed straight off for a weekend break with family and friends.
Check the gallery for the whole story
Laura lands from London - Monday, June 30th, 2008
Laura had some real plans for her old Westy Camper, she wanted a complete makeover with an Exclusive range of furniture manufactured in a light Maple wood grain.
She wanted to make the inside of her camper light and airy yet still have all the camping essentials you need when travelling and exploring.
Then to compliment her new furniture a complete Elegance suit of upholstery from Creative Trimmings. This was to encompass door cards, brand new upholstery for her tired front cab seats, lower ¾ bed foams & the upper full width bed.
I’m sure you will agree that Laura will be turning a few heads in her re-vamped Westy…courtesy of the Camper Shak & Creative Trimmings.
Check out the gallery for the whole story.
Skye Blue Shines on the Shak - Monday, June 30th, 2008
Jarrod dropped off “Skye Blue” for a complete makeover, with an Exclusive interior manufactured in Ferrara Oak.
This combined with new Classic upholstery from Creative Trimmings finished off the interior a treat. Jarrod and his family now cant wait to get out and try their new Skye Blue. Check the gallery for our latest updates
Doris makes her Day at the Shak - Monday, June 2nd, 2008
Doris landed at the Camper Shak on a bright sunny morning, which showed off her new paintwork a treat. She is her in Lancashire for a complete make-over with new furniture manufactured in Limed Oak with contrasting Cappuccino tops, and Elegance doorcards from Creative Trimmings.
Follow her progress in the coming weeks
“Ranger” is not alone at the Shak - Monday, June 2nd, 2008
Lucy and her family are the proud owners of “Ranger” a newly restored Bay window camper. Ranger will not feel alone with his new Exclusive interior manufactured in Ferrara Oak, and to compliment this he is having red doorcards and flooring.
Follow the progress in the coming weeks
Andy drops his bay down at the Shak - Monday, June 2nd, 2008
Andy , Rachael & a very excited Jake, dropped off their beloved Bay and set off for a short break. While their away work will begin transforming their empty bay into a fully functional camper.
Follow the progress in the coming weeks
Sheila receives her new interior - Saturday, May 10th, 2008
We met with Jim & Barbara the proud owners of Sheila at Dubfreeze this year, and after talking through their ideas is was not long before they had ordered a complete new interior for their prize camper.
Sheila has now taken delivery of her Exclusive suite of furniture which has been manufactured in Wendland Birch, Jim & Barbara have promised more photos as the project develops.
Bruce arrives at the Shak - Saturday, May 10th, 2008
Bruce is a real lad from Oz, who has been shipped over and has found his new home with Vanessa & Chris based in London. Bruce is at the Camper Shak for a complete transformation with an Exclusive suite of furniture manufactured in Montana Oak.
To compliment the interior Bruce is having a full set of Elegance upholstery from our sister company “Creative Trimmings”
Follow his progress in the coming weeks
Millie moves to Lancashire - Tuesday, April 8th, 2008
After purchasing Millie as a all white Bay window camper, Frank & Karen began to develop their plans for her exterior paintwork and interior look.
After giving her a lovely bright blue overcoat they focused their attention on Millies interior. Is was not long before we had agreed on a plan of action, and scheduled Millie in for her transformation at the Camper Shak.
Millie is having a complete suit of exclusive furniture manufactured in Ferrara Oak…which should look fantastic against her paintwork and new floor.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Our T25 gets the full treatment - Sunday, April 6th, 2008
We have had so many requests for information about T25 interiors, that we thought we should include some shots of our own T25 which had the full Camper Shak treatment last year.
We were using the vehicle last year to pick up supplies and deliver furniture to clients up and down the country. It was not long before we had designed a suit of furniture to suit the profiles of the van…and transformed it into a family camper with a large Moonraker double bed up top.
It left us at the beginning of the summer last year to start a new life with its new owner who was keen to use it travelling around the country visiting music festivals.
Liz lands her camper at the Shak - Friday, March 14th, 2008
Liz & Chris had purchased a camper that had started its life in New South Wales Oz, not long after it landed in the U.K they were thinking about an interior re-vamp.
After some discussions over the internet it was not long before they had their Bay Window booked in at the Camper Shak for a complete re-fit.
Follow the story over the coming weeks
Stephen travels from Northern Ireland - Friday, March 14th, 2008
Stephens bay window camper has been a labour of love for a number of years, and with the exterior looking mighty fine it was time to concentrate on the interior.
We made contact in the latter part of 2007 and planned out what Stephen and his wife would like to see within their twin sliding door bay window camper.
Well Stephen arrived this month after a long trip from the North of Ireland for the complete Camper Shak treatment
Follow developments over the coming weeks
“Knobby” arrives from London - Wednesday, February 27th, 2008
Knobby is the affectionate name given to Dewi and Andreas T4 transporter. They made the journey from London to Lancashire for Knobby to undergo his transformation at the Shak.
Follow his progress in the coming weeks
“Midge” lands from Liverpool - Wednesday, February 27th, 2008
After giving “Midge” a full re-spray, Gill & Jim now began to concentrate on a new interior for their special camper. They knew exactly what they wanted to achieve and after an initial planning meeting down at the Shak…Midge was soon booked in for transformation.
Follow the progress in the coming weeks
Mr. Blue Sky Shines on the Shak - Tuesday, January 29th, 2008
Mr. Blue Sky is the name of the Alan & Sharons beautifully restored Bay Window camper. They purchased the bay at Vanfest last year and after visiting our display at the show they had soon made plans for a brand new interior.
Mr. Blue Sky will be getting the full Camper Shak treatment with an Exclusive maker-over comprising of a complete suite of Exclusive furniture manufactured in light Beech, leisure electrics, 240v hook up, lighting
Follow the progress in the coming weeks
The Flying Carrot arrives at the Shak - Sunday, January 13th, 2008
Yes our first camper to arrive in 2008 is “The Flying Carrot” that’s the affectionate name given to this bright orange Bay Window camper.
The Carrot has made his way up from London where Nevil, Rachel and their children are based. We met around Rugby to transfer the camper back to the Camper Shak in Lancashire.
Nevils three children cannot wait to see their camper transformed and back with them in a couple of weeks. The Flying carrot is going to be completely stripped out and a full suite of Camper Shak exclusive furniture is going back in, manufactured in Stilo Walnut.
Follow progress in the coming weeks
Tatiana comes to the Shak - Sunday, October 28th, 2007
Tatiana is a 1967 walk through Splitty who was instantly named because she was a little bit tatty when she was first purchased as a project.
But with her exterior now complete she has come to The Camper Shak for her interior re-fit in Limed Oak.
Tatiana is having a bespoke storage / cooker unit which will provide plenty of stowage with a safe area for cooking those camper meals.
Follow her progress in the coming weeks
Mia the Moonraker is coming to the Shak - Sunday, October 28th, 2007
Johns beloved Moonraker “Mia” is coming to us next month for a complete interior re-vamp. Her interior has served her well over the years but now john thinks she would benefit from some tlc at the Shak.
Mia will be the first camper to have the “Range” cooker unit fitted along with a full suite of furniture manufactured in Wendland Birch.
Follow her progress in the coming weeks
Well Hello Dolly..... - Sunday, October 28th, 2007
Dolly started her life in Cairns Australia before she made the big trip around the world to our green shores. She had been set up as a street cruiser with wide alloys and lowered pins, but her new owner Irene would like to be able to use Dolly as a fully fitted camper.
So we hope Dolly will be looking swell after her trip to the Camper Shak, for she has to be ready for action over the Christmas break when Irene takes her touring round Scotland.
Follow the progress over the coming weeks
Buck lands in Lancashire - Sunday, October 7th, 2007
Alan and his family first made contact with us back in 2006 as we were travelling back from visiting his homeland in Scotland. He had just purchased a bay window camper “Buck” who was going to be renovated.
Well like most resto projects things don’t always go smoothly and it took some time for Buck to be brought up to scratch.
But with his welding done and new coat of brilliant white paint job it was time to consider his interior. Buck will be receiving the complete Camper Shak treatment, with an Exclusive suite of furniture hand crafted in Limed Oak.
Follow Bucks progress over the coming weeks
Tommy the T4 comes to the Shak - Thursday, September 13th, 2007
Tommy is in for a complete re-fit and we have some exciting ideas for his hand crafted interior.
At the moment his decks are a little bare but we have plenty of innovative designs on the drawing board for a real stunning and practical interior.
Follow Tommys progress over the coming weeks
Wiltshire Bay heads up North - Wednesday, September 12th, 2007
David & Petra have made the journey up from Wiltshire in their newly acquired bay window camper….well it will be a fully functional camper when we have finished with at the Shak.
They have always loved the thought of owning their own camper and travelling round the country. So after compiling a project plan their Bay window will be transformed with a full suite of exclusive furniture and a complete package of additional services.
Check out the progress over the coming weeks
Woody heads out West - Wednesday, September 12th, 2007
Phil & Lisa have owned their Bay window camper Woody for some time now. Although his exterior has just been given a thorough facelift, it was now time to consider Woody aging interior
After considering furniture and fitting options Woody is going to have a complete makeover with a full suite of exclusive furniture manufactured in Stilo Walnut, a full set of new door cards, lighting, auxiliary electrics and sound system installation.
Check out Woodys progress over the coming weeks
Bertie comes to the Shak - Wednesday, July 18th, 2007
Bertie is the much loved Black & White Splitty of Helen and Paul, he has made the big trip from Essex and his ready for his transformation at the Camper Shak
He will be having the full exclusive treatment with Flooring, Doorcards, Electrics and complete suite of Camper Shak furniture hand crafted in Limed Oak
Follow his developments in the coming weeks
Freddie is dreaming of his new interior - Wednesday, July 18th, 2007
Freddie is owned by Paula and has been lovingly restored by Paula’s father Doug, and with the exterior sorted it was time to concentrate on the interior.
Paula had specific ideas on how she wanted Freddie to look. She also wanted to incorporate her spare wheel within the kitchen section.
So it was back to the drawing board to come up with a solution…well after some designing we came up with “The Camper Shak Elite”.
This new product ticks all of boxes for Paula and gives her a place for her spare wheel, a Smev triple burner and Smev sink in a combination unit.
The Elite Cooker section sweeps back and joins the Elite Main Store which is much larger than the exclusive…but still leaves enough room for your Camper Shak Rock n Roll bed to extend
Our Moonraker returns to the Shak - Wednesday, June 13th, 2007
Our much-loved Moonraker has returned to the Shak after being completely re-furbished at 81av in Southport. John and his team have done a fine job with all tin worm removed and a new coat of paint to boot.
We have plenty to do to get this empty shell turned into a fully functional holiday camper ready for our trip round Ireland next month.
We are sailing to Dublin and then touring round the Island with a surfboard on top, and bikes on the back hoping to catch some fun around the beautiful coastline.
Looking at the website data there seems to be quite a lot of viewings from within Ireland…so who knows we might meet up and have a chat.
The camper Shak furniture will be hand crafted in our new colour “Carolina Cherry” Follow the developments over the coming weeks
Eddie the Eagle lands at the Shak - Tuesday, June 12th, 2007
Brian and his family have owned Eddie for some time, but decided it was high time he was made ready for a season of camping.
Eddie made the long trip up from Devon and while Brian flew back home his transformation was beginning.
He has had the full works: Floor preparation, Sound and thermal insulation, complete suite of Camper Shak furniture, Headlining, Auxiliary electrics package and bespoke lighting.
Well Brian and Eddie have now been re-united and the family have already had a weekend away in their refurbished camper.
Daves Splitty books into the Shak - Tuesday, June 12th, 2007
Daves split screen camper has got to be one of the best examples we have ever seen at the Shak. It has been a long journey for Dave to get the bus to this very high stage of finish.
But with all the exterior and the front cab looking superb it was time to consider the main interior. Well after had a couple of meetings Dave has decided on the full Camper Shak Exclusive layout, with a couple of bespoke items to make his splitty unique.
We will be manufacturing in Limed Oak with contrasting Cappuccino lids…and its going to look superb. Check out the gallery over the coming weeks for the full picture
Feebi books in for a facelift - Tuesday, May 22nd, 2007
Feebi arrived at the Camper Shak last Saturday in glorious sunshine along with Andy and his children.
Faithful Feebi has been booked in for a much needed facelift. Andy has stripped her out in readiness for her new Camper Shak interior.
He and the excited children will be re-united with Feebi in the coming weeks
Harry hurries to the Shak - Friday, May 18th, 2007
Harry the much loved Bay window camper of Ian & Liz was booked in for Exclusive treatment at the Camper Shak.
Harry has been completely restored and sports some vivid colours in his coat. Ian & Liz wanted to keep the inside as bright as possible so an Exclusive suite of Hungarian Ash with contrasting Metalika lids was just the ticket for Harry.
Ian, Liz & Harry hope to go to many VW shows in the forthcoming months so keep an eye out for them.
Miranda & Niroshan prepare for the Shak - Monday, April 23rd, 2007
Miranda & Niroshan have spent the last 12 months months getting their Westy camper restored and ready for its new interior.
Miranda said the Camper Shak interior will be the icing on the cake.
This has been a long haul for Miranda & Niroshan turning their multi coloured camper into a fabulous holiday home ready for this summer.
Puffing Billy comes to the Shak - Wednesday, April 4th, 2007
Billy has made a number of journeys in his 44 years, travelling across America and then in 2004 making the trip across the pond to our little Isle.
From here he has spent time down south around Essex, then more recently moving up North to Haywood
His most recent trip has brought him safe and sound to The Camper Shak, where Billy will be transformed into a fully functional camper. Currently he only sports a rickety bed and very dark storage cupboard.
His nick name Puffing Billy is because he pulls like a train………and his twin pipes can be clearly heard, chugging and puffing as he makes his way along.
Follow Billys progress over the coming weeks
Travis is Transformed - Sunday, April 1st, 2007
Neil & Jill have owned Travis, their beloved bay window camper for about 12 years. Neil has undertaken all the welding and paint work himself, and with all that done it was now time to focus on the interior.
So a complete suite of Camper Shak furniture was all the Travis needed to make his transformation complete.
Now Neil, Jill and their two young boys cant wait to get out in Travis for camping, and fishing expeditions.... great times lie ahead for all the family.
An Australian Bell…...rings at the Shak - Saturday, March 31st, 2007
Bella an Australian outback girl arrived at the Shak today to pick up her Exclusive kitchen, Exclusive main store and matching table top.
Paul an upholster by trade had prepared the floor in readiness for Bellas new furniture. Paul has made all the internal panel cards himself…and transformed the cab and camper roof section with a rich padded finish……detailed with interspaced buttons.
Paul is bursting to get the rest of the jobs finished soon, so he can attend this years Glastonbury Festival and camp out in his restored camper.
So Folks if you see Paul & Bella at Glastonbury this year...go over and say hello
Lenny gets ready for his makeover - Tuesday, February 27th, 2007
Gurdial and his family travelled up from Devon to meet with us at DubFreeze on the 18th February. After having a good look round our furniture display Gurdial has now commissioned a complete suit of Camper Shak Exclusive furniture for their beautifully restored dormobile camper.
Lenny is finished in one tone pastel green, and his new bellows look great against the paintwork. Gurdial admits he still has plenty to do…but with interior sorted the family can now begin to plan out their adventures for the summer.
Check out Lennys progress in the coming weeks
Childrens Charity bus comes to the Shak - Monday, February 26th, 2007
The Second Chance Childrens Charity based in Portsmouth, purchased a vw camper at the back end of 2005 and planned to have the bus restored.
12 months later their bay window tin top had been completely rebuilt and resprayed to a lovely baby blue over white.
Now it was time for their chief Executive Mr. Doug Hulme and his team to focus on fitting the interior out, ready for use in the summer months.
Doug purchased their Camper Shak furniture in 2006, and now their camper has made the journey from Portsmouth in readiness for its transformation.
The Charity works with children who have had a difficult start in life....and their camper is going to be used in outdoor activity pursuits this summer.
For more information on the Charity and how you can support its good works navigate to www.second-chance.org.uk
Frankie goes to Lancashire - Saturday, February 24th, 2007
Ali’s beloved camper…….Frankie…….is going to make her way up to Lancashire in early March for a complete refit. Frankies old interior might have been good enough for Hollywood, but Ali wanted a change.
Having restored the exterior to a lovely baby blue over white…..Ali was now focusing in on interior designs.
Frankie is going to receive the full Camper Shak treatment when she joins us for her transformation….it will be her longest journey since she was fitted with a new engine.
So if any of you see Ali & Frankie travelling up from London on Sat 3rd March…give them a wave. Follow Frankies makeover in the coming weeks
Daisy prepares to come to the Shak - Monday, February 19th, 2007
Gemma and Stuart have a beautifully restored early bay window camper. With the exterior now in tip top condition it was time to consider the interior.
Gemma viewed the Camper Shak website whilst serving in the Falklands this year, and as soon as she returned from her tour of duty she made contact and we started to compile a picture of what the couple wanted within their camper.
After meeting with us at DubFreeze yesterday Gemma & Stuart have commissioned a complete suit of Exclusive furniture, with a complete installation package.
Daisy will be making her way up to Lancashire within early April for her transformation…….follow her developments in the coming weeks
American Split screen comes to the Shak - Monday, February 19th, 2007
Andy & Karen have imported a beautifully restored Split screen camper from America. As soon as it was out of the crate Andy was trawling the internet for ideas and inspiration for his new interior.
The camper is currently sporting a two tone retro style deluxe trim, but Andy & Karen have other ideas. Andy has an I.T. background and his interior is going to house a multitude of innovative electronic wizardry.
After communicating for some time over the net, Andy & Karen came up from Taunton to visit our stand at DubFreeze yesterday. They both wanted to get up close to our Exclusive range of furniture and check out the various wood grain options for their camper.
Well before the close of the show they had commissioned a complete suite of Camper Shak Exclusive furniture for their Splitty. The camper is due to arrive mid April for its fitting…….follow the story over the coming weeks
Flo makes the big trip from Oz - Sunday, January 21st, 2007
Mark has always loved VW Campers, and when the opportunity presented itself to bring over an old girl from Australia, he could not resist. Flo has spent a lot of time traveling around Oz and enjoying the outback, sunshine & surf.
Now that she is in England, Mark has a vision of how he wants her to look and with work already underway to have her ready for the paint shop, it was time to think about the interior.
Mark has commissioned a complete suite of Camper Shak Exclusive furniture for Flo, which will be picked up at Dub Freeze this February. And when she is ready Mark plans to travel around enjoying his passion for outdoor extreme sports.
Follow her development in the following weeks
Mr. Smiley comes to the Shak - Monday, December 18th, 2006
Sue & Kevin have always loved bay window campers, and their dream was realised this summer when their 1973 Pop Top arrived.
The Camper was very well finished on the outside with a bright orange over white paint job, complimented by the Mr. Smiley wheel cover on the front.
Inside was a slightly different story with the original dorma style interior looking a bit tired. Well after an initial visit to the Shak in the bright November sunshine, a plan was drawn up to completely renovate the inside of the bus.
The camper has joined us now in late December for a complete re-fit over the next couple of weeks in readiness for the New Year. We hope to put smiles on everyones faces in the family, when they return in 2007 to pick up their finished camper
Sue & Sean take a Christmas delivery - Wednesday, December 13th, 2006
Sue & Sean had previously owned a T25 Camper Van, and spent many trips away with the family. But when a bay window model presented itself the couple decided to go retro.
Their 1972 Pop Top has been lovingly restored with all exterior and running gear work now completed, It’s a lovely mid blue over white and looks superb on the roadside.
Well the time came to focus on the interior, and Sue & Sean commissioned the whole works from The Camper Shak with matching full-length lids, fold away tap and stainless steel splash backs on the cooker section.
This camper is going to look fantastic for next season, ready to explore the countryside of Herefordshire
Paul commissions The Camper Shak - Friday, October 13th, 2006
Paul has been involved in the automotive industry for as long as he can remember, and has renovated a number of classic VW’s.
He has taken very tired spilt screen campers, beetles and bays and brought them back from the grave…….but all for other people.
So when Paul & Diane purchased their latest project, they decided this was one was staying in the family. As you can see by the shots this camper has been taken back to basics.
Paul has replaced the entire cargo floor, front doors and several panels….and done all of the work himself…welding, fitting, and preparing for re-spray.
When Paul has fitted the engine and gearbox the bus will be heading for the spray shop. So with the outside now under control it was to consider the campers interior.
Paul & Diane have commissioned a complete hand crafted interior from The Camper Shak, which will be delivered to Birmingham to coincide with their camper coming out of the paint shop.
Bristol Baywindow....comes to the Shak - Thursday, October 12th, 2006
Matthew & Mel from Bristol bought their camper in July this year, they have already used it a plenty. With their dog Max the couple have had many trips exploring South Wales and enjoyed every minute of it.
But their camper had seen plenty of action over the years, and the interior was looking somewhat lived in. So they made contact with The Camper Shak.
After discussing Matt & Mel’s requirements….and Max too, we came up with some alternatives to consider. Well after several e-mails and transfer of photographs, an interior was agreed upon.
Matthew is going to strip out his interior and prepare his camper floor…while in Lancashire his furniture is being hand crafted at the Shak.
Daisy...Daisy...give me your answer do - Thursday, October 12th, 2006
Robert and Susan purchased…Daisy only a month ago in September, and Daisy has been a real Yorkshire Lass. She was bought from a chap in Leeds….who bought her from a family in Ilkley in West Yorkshire.
This girl has been around a bit…..she may even have spent some time in Cumbria. Robert and Susan have three children who are bursting to get in the camper, and start having adventures.
Well after Robert had looked carefully at the 26-year-old interior it was time for a change. They liked the layout of the Devon Moonraker but wanted to make it suit their family’s requirements.
Robert stripped the camper and sold what was salvageable…and gave all these funds to his chosen Charity.
Now with the camper stripped it was time to think about filling it. Robert and Susan made contact with us at The Camper Shak…and very soon we had some ideas for them to consider.
Robert wanted to fit his furniture round a full width Rock n Roll Bed…..which meant splitting his units up in the remaining space. With the plan agreed on the furniture, Robert now laid his new laminate flooring, securing in place with a door strip from the Shak.
Zac decides to .......Split the Big City - Thursday, September 28th, 2006
Zacs new splitty was everything he was looking for...a classic VW camper from the Sixties.
The vehicle had made the big trip from California and found its new home in London.
Zac and his family planned to make many trips in their new camper.....but when the barn doors were open.....the accommodation was in need of a few more home comforts
With no Bed, Storage, Cooker or Water....something had to be done....So Zac made the trip up from London.....and headed for The Camper Shak.
Because of our proximity to Liverpool airport, we were able to discuss Zacs furniture requirements at the Shak......and 40 minutes later he was heading back to the Capital on a £40 flight with wood swatches, samples and design ideas.
Early Pop Top goes to the Shak - Monday, September 25th, 2006
Sam & Mel loved their early bay window camper, but the inside was a little stark, even for the most hardy of campers...........so something had to change
Moonraker orbits The Camper Shak - Tuesday, August 22nd, 2006
This 1980s Bay window camper was given a complete make-over using the services of the Camper Shak design team. The first stage was to strip out the existing furniture and make good the floorway ready for the re-fit.............
see more images for the rest of the story
Early pop top goes to the Shak - Sunday, August 13th, 2006
After getting their van tip top on the outside, Jackie & Vic were now ready for their early bay window camper to be revitalised inside.
So after purchasing a full set of Camper Shak furniture their van began to look like a family camper again.
This combined with Jackie's new covers and curtains makes this early bay window camper really stand out in the street
Early Tin Top goes to the Camper Shak - Thursday, July 27th, 2006
These shots taken from our latest full commission show Dave & Angie's beloved early bay camper. The vehicle has been fully restored with all body work as new, new 1641cc street power engine, superb empi gear shifter etc.
Well the outside was complete but their bus was a barren wasteland inside. They had a 3/4 rock and roll bed resting inside and a vision of how they wanted their bus to look.
After an initial meeting designs were thrashed out, Dave and Angie went on holiday, and their bus began its transformation at the Camper Shak.