Vintage Awnings

Old-Time Craftsmanship and Construction yet using today's Technologically Advanced Materials, Marine Grade Vertical Striped 100% acrylic Fabric, either a Vintage Style Pull Cord or a Vinyl Welt, #69 Nylon Thread, and Brass Grommets. Designed to replicate a vintage awning that I own. It is period correct for vintage trailers.Facings surround the underside providing added structure and reinforcement for the brass grommets. Each awning is personally made by me. dfoster@bellsouth.net

Saturday, July 20, 2013

Vintage Trailer Awnings For Sale Pre-Made and Ready to Mail 2019

link to pictures of Pre-Made Awnings for sale
dfoster@bellsouth.net
2019 Update:
8' x 8' arched Beaufort Ember awning for sale with shock poles
Colonnade Current 10' x 8' awning for sale
7' x 7 1/2' VW Bus Awning Captain Navy Classic SOLD
I have (4) 10' x 8' Awnings Pre-Made and Ready To Mail
a) Manhattan Classic (2 SOLD)

b) Manteo Cardinal 10'x8'
c) Grey/Beige Chip Fancy10'x8'
d) Black Taupe Fancy Stripe10'x8' SOLD
(1) 8'x8' pre-Made Mediterranean Canvas Block Stripe Awning SOLD
(1) 7 1/2' x 8' Arched Awning with shock poles SOLD
(1) 6' x 6' pre-Made awning SOLD
I am working on more inventory awnings for 2019
(2) 10'x 8' Eastridge Cocoa Awnings in progress now BOTH SOLD
8' x 8' Arched Awning with shock poles in Forest Vintage Bar Stripe with green shock poles available
7' x 8' Ashford Forest Arched Awning with green shock poles available SOLD
9' x 8' Fern Classic SOLD
Inquire at dfoster@bellsouth.net

Inventory Awnings 2019 For Sale
#awningsforsale

7 1/2' x 8' Kiawah Spa Arched AwningSunbrella for sale
dfoster@bellsouth.net

9' rail extending out 8'
Brass Black Cherry SOLD

Sunbrella Brass Black Cherry Awning for sale
dfoster@bellsouth.net
2018

7 1/2' x 7 1/2' arched awning
dfoster@bellsouth.net
2018 SOLD

Grey/Beige Chip Fancy Stripe Sunbrella
Awning for Sale 2018
7 1/2' x 7 1/2' arched awning

8' x 8' Solid Turquoise Sunbrella awning for sale
dfoster@bellsouth.net
2018 SOLD

Taupe Tailored Bar Stripe Sunbrella 8' x 8'
dfoster@bellsouth.net
2018 SOLD

8' x 8' awning for sale dfoster@bellsouth.net

6' x 6' Beaufort Azure

Awning For Sale 6' x 6' Sunbrella
dfoster@bellsouth.net
2018

Contact dfoster@bellsouth.net

12' x 8' BayCrest Sky Sunbrella awning SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

10' x 8' Motive Denim SOLD dfoster@bellsouth.net

Manhattan Fog 10' x 8' dfoster@bellsouth.net
2018 SOLD

Many of the patterns in the pictures below are available again, in my 2018 Sunbrella shipment. Custom sized awnings can be ordered.

Mediterranean Canvas Block Stripe 8' x 8' SOLD

Dickson Beverly 8' x 8' November 2017 SOLD

Contact dfoster@bellsouth.net
Green/Burgundy/Grey 100% acrylic marine grade awning fabric

11'2" x 8' SOLD

SOLD

7 1/2' x 8' Awning with shock poles SOLD

SOLD

7 1/2' x 7 1/2' 11/21/2016 SOLD
Sattler 364-643 with Pink Fringe

Pockets for shock poles
Extension cord in channel and flap for hanging vintage string lights

10' x 8' Rodanthe Sunrise SOLD
dfoster@bellsouth.net

Sapphire Vintage Mar Stripe 10' x 8' SOLD
dfoster@bellsouth.net

SOLD

Motive Denim 10' x 8' SOLD
dfoster@bellsouth.net

SOLD

Navy Taupe Fancy Stripe 7' arched awning with shock poles
SOLD

Ashford Forest 10' x 8' SOLD

10' x 8' Forest Green/Natural 6 Bar Sunbrella 4806
Jan. 2016

Sunbrella 4806
7 1/2' rail extending out 8' SOLD

Fern Classic 10' x 8' SOLD
Jan. 2016

Sunbrella 4955 Fern Classic also in 7 1/2' x 7 1/2' size

7 1/2' x 7 1/2' Fern Classic Sunbrella

Fern Braid Trim on scalloped valances

January 2016 Fern Classic 7 1/2' x 7 1/2'

8' x 8' Sunbrella Turquoise SOLD

Turquoise Braid Trim on the valances, and three grommets in the reinforced facing

Vinyl welt slides into a 3/8" diameter c-channel awning rail
12-10-15

7 1/2' x 7 1/2' SOLD

Manhattan Fog SOLD

10' x 8' Clinton Granite Sunbrella 4888
12-10-15 SOLD

Sunbrella braid trim on the scalloped valances Sold

Vinyl welt slides into a 3/8" diameter opening on the end of a c-channel awning rail. Sold
dfoster@bellsouth.net

Sunbrella Intrigue Neon 12-10-15 SOLD

91' x 90" Approximately 7 1/2' x 7 1/2'

Mitered facings on the underside for added structure and reinforcement for the three brass grommets

This awning is suitable for a flat sided trailer, not a rounded top because there isn't enough clearance along the welt edge.

10' x 8' SOLD
Aspen Antique Beige Block Stripe with Antique Gold Fringe
12-10-15

Aquamarine 8' rail extending out 9'

Sunbrella Marine grade Awning Fabric

11/10/15

SOLD 11/10/15

Sunbrella Yellow/White 10' rail extending out 8'

Marine grade Awning Fabric

12/10/15

SOLD

Fern Classic 10' rail extending out 8' SOLD
Sunbrella Marine grade Awning Fabric

SOLD

SOLD

More of this pattern is available 2016
Will be making a 10' x 8' SOLD and a 6' rail extending out 7' soon

SOLD

I will continue to add inventory awnings, as time allows, between custom orders. My new bulk load of fabric has arrived for custom orders. All Sunbrella marine grade awning fabric.

eBay seller dlf1954
dfoster@bellsouth.net
10-17-2014

Update: New patterns arrived for custom awning orders February 2015. See current post on this Blog for pictures dfoster@bellsouth.net
For those of you who keep finding this old post, but want to know what is for sale right now. Pictured are the awnings that are for sale on eBay the week of 10-17-2014:

eBay seller dlf1954
dfoster@bellsouth.net
10-17-2014 sold

eBay seller dlf1954
dfoster@bellsouth.net
10-17-2014

dlf1954 eBay seller
dfoster@bellsouth.net
10-17-2014

eBay seller dlf1954
dfoster@bellsouth.net
Still available 11/10/2015
Includes fringe and shock poles
SOLD

dlf1954 eBay seller
dfoster@bellsouth.net
SOLD

The time of year has come again, when I use up some my 2015 marine grade awning remnants and make random sized vintage trailer awnings to list for sale on eBay. Seller dlf1954.
Or Contact: dfoster@bellsouth.net

dfoster@bellsouth.net
http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings
http://www.vintageawning.blogspot.com

Approximately 7 1/2' rail length x 8' awning SOLD
$195.00 plus $16.50 shipping and insurance in a medium flat rate USPS priority mail box
SOLD

Facings surround the underside for added structure and reinforcement for the two brass grommets
SOLD

A fabric covered pul cord slides into a 3/8' diameter c-channel awning rail
SOLD

The marine grade awning fabric is equally vibrant on both sides
SOLD

BEHR paint color Midnight Dream 570F-7 resembles the blue in the fabric
SOLD

Ready to mail in time for Christmas
SOLD

dfoster@bellsouth.net
http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings

Laurel Bay Nickel 9744
7 1/2' x 8'
on eBay $195.00
SOLD

Facings surround the underside for added structure and reinforcement for the grommets.
8" scalloped valances on three sides with custom matching edge binding.
SOLD

Fabric covered pull cord slides into a 3/8' c-channel awning rail
SOLD

Ready to mail in time for Christmas!
SOLD

$16.50 shipping and insurance in a medium flat rate USPS priority mail box
SOLD

BEHR paint color card that resembles this green is Deep Jungle 470F-7
Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
Approximately 8' x 8'
SOLD

Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
Facings are on the underside for added structure and reinforcement for the grommets
dfoster@bellsouth.net
SOLD

8" scalloped valances are on three sides with custom made matching edge binding
Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
dfoster@bellsouth.net
SOLD

Reinforced mitered corners for the grommets
Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
dfoster@bellsouth.net
SOLD

Approximately 8' x 8' awning
Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
$195.00 plus $16.50 shipping and insurance in a medium flat rate USPS priority mail box
Add 7% sales tax for Georgia shipping address
dfoster@bellsouth.net
SOLD

8' x 8' awning, Sattler Awning fabric pattern 320-309
Resistant to rain, stain, tears, mildew fading, plus provides protection from harmful UV rays, is a breathable fabric for comfortable air flow and is equally vibrant on both sides of the fabric.
SOLD

$195.00 plus $16.50 shipping and insurance in a medium flat rate USPS priority mail box in USA.
SOLD

Facings surround the underside for added structure and reinforcement for the three brass grommets.
SOLD

Sattler Cherry Quay resembles BEHR paint color card 190D-7 Briquette.
SOLD

Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
dfoster@bellsouth.net
http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings
SOLD

Approximately 6' rail length x 7 1/2' awning for sale SOLD
Vinyl welt slides into a c-channel awning rail with a 3/8" diameter
dfoster@bellsouth.net

Sattler Awning Fabric is equally vibrant on both sides
dfoster@bellsouth.net
SOLD

8" scalloped valances on three sides with custom made edge binding
dfoster@bellsouth.net
SOLD

Sattler Awning Fabric pattern# 320-409
Resistant to rain, stain, tears, mildew, rot, fading
UV protection against harmful rays
Breathable fabric for comfortable air flow
dfoster@bellsouth.net
SOLD

$180.00 plus $16.50 shipping and insurance in a medium flat rat USPS priority mail box
dfoster@bellsouth.net
SOLD

https://picasaweb.google.com/102508300905463390757/VintageTrailerAwningsByKristi02#slideshow/5945774562906257426

Sunbrella 5700
SOLD with Matching Rock Guard Awning too.
9' rail length x 8' Vintage Trailer Awning
dfoster@bellsouth.net
eBay seller dlf1954
Green resembles BEHR paint color card Precious Emerald S-H-470

Sunbrella 5700 SOLD
Rope and Pole Awning 9' rail x 8'
Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
dfoster@bellsouth.net

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Sunbrella 5700 SOLD
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dfoster@bellsouth.net
eBay seller dlf1954

7 1/2' x 8' Vintage Trailer Awning SOLD
dfoster@bellsouth.net

dlf1954 eBay seller SOLD
dfoster@bellsouth.net

Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi SOLD

Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi SOLD
eBay seller dlf1954
dfoster@bellsouth.net

Sunbrella 5700 SOLD
Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
dfoster@bellsouth.net

Sunbrella Black/White with Sunbrella Black Trim
7' 5"rail length x 7' Awning
dfoster@bellsouth.net
SOLD

dfoster@bellsouth.net
eBay seller dlf1954
SOLD

dfoster@bellsouth.net
eBay seller dlf1954
SOLD
http://www.vintageawnings.blogspot.com

4963 Forest green Regimental Sunbrella SOLD
dfoster@bellsouth.net
11' rail length x 9' Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
eBay seller dlf1954

http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings
dfoster@bellsouth.net

eBay seller dlf1954

Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi SOLD
eBay seller dlf1954
dfoster@bellsouth.net
http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings

Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
6 1/2' x 6 1/2' Sunbrella awning
eBay seller dlf1954
SOLD

4901 Sunbrella Captain Navy/Forest green/Yellow/Red Regimental
dfoster@bellsouth.net
eBay seller dlf1954
SOLD

Sunbrella 4907 Taupe 5 Bar SOLD
8' x 8'
eBay seller dlf1954
dfoster@bellsouth.net

eBay seller dlf1954
8' x8' Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi SOLD
dfoster@bellsouth.net

Sunbrella Taupe 5 Bar 4907 8' x 8' SOLD
eBay seller dlf1954
dfoster@bellsouth.net

eBay seller dlf1954
dfoster@bellsouth.net
8' x 8' Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi SOLD

eBay seller dlf1954
dfoster@bellsouth.net
Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings
SOLD

Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
dfoster@bellsouth.net
eBay seller dlf1954
SOLD

Friday, July 19, 2013

Five Matching Window Awnings on An Airstream

A customer shared a picture of his Airstream's new Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi. The fabric pattern is 9620 Carlisle Cedar, which is a marine grade awning fabric by Outdura. I shared a few of my own ideas on how to construct a supporting awning framework, plus he incorporated a few of his own. The final outcome was a success.

Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi
9620 Carlisle Cedar
http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings
dfoster@bellsouth.net

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Two New Marine Grade Awning Fabric Patterns Just Arrived

Arcadia Coffee and Arcadia Sage are the two new patterns, of marine grade awning fabric, that just arrived for Fall awnings. If you are in need of a large vintage trailer awning, I have several other patterns besides these with enough yardage left on the bolt. Arcadia Skipper, Summerton Garden, Arcadia Classic, to name a few. With the measurement of your vintage trailer awning rail, I will also be able to let you know what other patterns are still available from my inventory of striped awning fabric It is hard to tell what colors are represented, due to the differences in computer monitors, so ask for a fabric sample if trying to coordinate with another color. October 2014 a new shipment of striped awning fabric will be arriving soon. 25 or so striped patterns will be available for a custom ordered Vintage Trailer Awning by Kristi
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http://www.facebook.com/vintageawning

9604 Arcadia Sage
Limited amount left for medium sized awning

9702 Arcadia Coffee SOLD

9603 Arcadia Classic

9763 Southport Cork
Still enough left for a large awning

9674 Summerton Garden
Sold Out

9600 Arcadia Skipper
Sold Out

dfoster@bellsouth.net
http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings
http://www.vintageawning.blogspot.com

Sunday, June 9, 2013

Protect your Vintage Trailer Awning Fringe From Fading

I have been extremely busy making vintage trailer awnings. I really haven't had much of a chance to update my Blog. The waiting list for an awning is now down from seven to four. I have been averaging two awnings a week, working non stop! My new fabric that arrived early in May, has been very popular. Frequent requests for fringe to be added to the awning valance have been coming in. So, I finally purchased a few colors of fringe to try out. I have been hesitant to add fringe, due to my concerns about the fringe fading, bleeding, and deteriorating, do to sun and rain exposure. However, I discovered that there is a UV protectant spray for fabrics that also contains a water repellant. So for those of you who decide on vintage trailer awning fringe, I would protect your investment with this simple precaution. Attached is a picture of one example, but there are many to chose from.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

New Order Of Marine Grade Awning Fabric Is On It's Way!

Just as my inventory of vintage trailer awning fabric was dwindling down, I was given the opportunity to purchase some more first quality, overstocks and discontinued patterns. This time instead of Dickson or Sunbrella, it is Outdura striped marine grade awning fabric, which is also 100% acrylic, 47" wide, resistant to rain, fade, stain, tears, chemicals, mildew, rot, and provides UV protection.
As usual a PayPal payment reserves the pattern and the next place in line for an awning.
Update: Do to the popularity of Southport Cork and Carlisle Cedar, I have already ordered more rolls of fabric. I also added Summerton Garden to the pattern selections.
Fall 2013 Sattler Awning Fabric has arrived for more selections of awning fabric patterns.

https://picasaweb.google.com/102508300905463390757/VintageTrailerAwningsByKristiNewFabricSelectionsForMay2013#slideshow/5873784508653960994

9674 Summerton Garden
Enough for a medium sized awning left

9763 Southport Cork

9600 Arcadia Skipper SOLD

9603 Arcadia Classic

9772 Summerton Baltic
More available 11-2013

9744 Laurel Bay Nickel

9740 Laurel Bay Admiral
More available 10-2013

9773 Summerton Aspen
10' awning

9731 Edgewood Palm

9760 Southport Coffee

9771 Summerton Coin SOLD OUT

9620 Carlisle Cedar

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15 year old Dutch Puppy and Sammy the Cat both go camping with us!

dfoster@bellsouth.net
http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings
http://www.vintageawning.blogspot.com

Monday, April 22, 2013

The Airstream Club and Vintage Trailer Rally Pictures

Click the link to see the pictures from The Airstream Club and Vintage Trailer Rally at Stone Mountain Park in Georgia.
https://picasaweb.google.com/102508300905463390757/TheAirstreamClubAndVintageTrailerRallyAtStoneMountainParkInGeorgiaApril2013#slideshow/5869656453230307058

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Wednesday, April 10, 2013

The Weekend Camping Awning

When you only have a weekend to go camping, and you don't want to spend the time or effort to set up a 12 foot awning, how about having a smaller weekend awning? This is just a 5' x 5' vintage trailer awning, arched up with shock poles.

dfoster@bellsouth.net

http://www.vintageawnings.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings
dfoster@bellsouth.net

Monday, March 11, 2013

How To Install An Awning Rail On Your Vintage Travel Trailer

How To Install A C-Channel Awning Rail On Your Vintage Trailer
1) Clean off and dry, the area where the awning rail will be placed.
2) Measure and mark, equal distances on the awning rail, for screw hole placement. For example, on a 5' rail, the screw holes were placed 9 3/4" apart.
3)Decide what size of 1" screws you will be using to attach the rail and then pick the drill bit accordingly.
4) Choose screws that will not rust out in the weather.
5) Rest your awning rail over the seats of several chairs. You will need someone to help hold the rail steady on both sides of the area to be drilled. Center the mark to be drilled between the seats of the chairs. Start and stop the drill, just to get an indent for the drill bit to hold steady. Now you should feel confident to proceed.
6)Once all of the holes are drilled, place a strip of putty tape on the back side of the awning rail.
7)Place the awning on the trailer. Starting with the outside screw holes first, drill one hole at a time into the trailer then twist in the screw. Proceed to the other end of the rail and repeat. Next, I would make the centermost hole and place the screw. Continue on until the entire rail is screwed in place.
8)Make a bead along the top of the awning rail with 100% silicone rubber sealant. Be sure to select the clear, outdoor variety. Using a protective glove, run your finger along the bead to flatten it out along the rail. This will give a watertight, flexible seal.
9)Spray a dry lubricant, such as Blaster, into the c-channel.
10) Leave the rail to dry overnight before installing the awning.

Supplies:
Cleaning supplies and paper towels
Awning rail with a 3/8" diameter c-channel
Power drill
drill bit
1" weatherproof screws
Phillips or flathead screw driver
Clear silicone outdoor rubber sealant
Putty tape, length and width of flange on awning rail
Fine point magic marker
Measuring tape
Chairs or sawhorses
Blaster dry lube
A friend to help

https://rochfordsupply.com/shop/Boating_and_Marine/Awning_Rail/index.html

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Sunday, March 10, 2013

Trying Out My Vintage Trailer Front Window Awning Framework Today

Yesterday, I installed a 5' white awning rail above the front window on my Tag-A-Long camping trailer. The awning rail has a 3/8" diameter c-channel, which is the correct diameter for the vinyl welt or fabric covered marine grade cord, that comes on my vintage trailer awnings. So, I let the clear adhesive, on the top edge of the awning rail, dry for a day before trying out my window awning. There is a pretty brisk breeze today, and I wanted to see what the window awning would do, on the new framework that I created. Everything seems to be working fine and it has been on the trailer for about four hours now. The Sunbrella window awning is 5'4", which is as wide as I would put on a 5' rail. I was only able to purchase the rail in 60" sections. My experiment seems to be a success.

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Saturday, March 9, 2013

The Early Bird Gets The Worm

As usual for this time of year, there is a waiting line, for custom vintage trailer awning orders. I know this information is disappointing for new customers to discover. It seems like everyone is trying to have a vintage trailer awning made in time for an upcoming Spring rally. Let me remind you, that I have a very small, home based business, with one employee which is me. There is not a warehouse, a factory, an assembly line, or illegals in a sweatshop; it's just me sewing a handmade camper awning especially for you. I am presently working on the 30th awning order for 2015. If you do not have a deadline for an awning, I am still taking custom awning orders. Payment reserves the fabric of choice, from my inventory, and the next place in line for a vintage trailer awning. This link will show you the 2015 patterns, that I am still unloading. Inquire at dfoster@bellsouth.net with your awning rail length, because there are other patterns available for small awnings. https://plus.google.com/photos/102508300905463390757/albums/6126641495297701185?banner=pwa

PayPal, a personal check, or a postal money order are all acceptable forms of payment. I am getting excited about attending several springtime rallies also, and looking forward to using the new rock guard awning that matches the vintage trailer awning, that I made for myself last Fall.

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Friday, February 22, 2013

Framework For A Vintage Trailer Front Window Awning

I have regularly been making rock guard awnings, but sometimes vintage trailers don't come equipped with protective rock guards to use as a support for an awning. So, I decided to create a framework for a vintage trailer front window awning. Keeping in mind the expense of shipping such a framework, I have been experimenting with different concepts in design, construction, and assembly. I am excited to say that my original idea actually worked!
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