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Post by erikandheather on Apr 10, 2012 14:44:02 GMT -5
Can't wait, just ordered the new awning today from Marti's Awnings. Should have it in a few weeks. Looking forward to our first rally this July with the new/old camper.
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Post by universalexports on Apr 10, 2012 16:15:00 GMT -5
Congrats, post pics when you get it.
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Post by mamasherb on Apr 10, 2012 16:39:16 GMT -5
Is her website now functioning or do you still have to call or email to order?
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Post by blu26ovl on Apr 10, 2012 21:46:22 GMT -5
You will really enjoy it. We had Marty make one for our compact last year.
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Post by boandsusan on Apr 10, 2012 22:02:45 GMT -5
I just bid on awning fabric (ebay), got my finger crossed. Its red and white stripes. Gonna attempt to make my own. If it doesn`t pan out, I`ll order one from Marti too. Everyone raves about her work.
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Post by erikandheather on Apr 11, 2012 12:43:24 GMT -5
You still have to call or email, but we completed the entire
Process without a single phone call.
We purchased the light yellow/silver fabric from Sunbrella.
Should go well with our 1970 Frolic. I'll post pics as soon as
we get it.
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Post by vikx on Apr 12, 2012 1:28:06 GMT -5
MARTI IS AWESOME!!!
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Post by pga26 on Apr 12, 2012 13:05:28 GMT -5
agreed, marti is AWESOME! She makes a fantastic product at a very reasonable price. We love our awning and I'm sure it will last a very long time...
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Post by CiCi's Shasta on Apr 13, 2012 20:34:35 GMT -5
How about a website link or contact number for Marti? We will need an awning for our '62 Shasta when the restoration is finished. Thanks.
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Post by vikx on Apr 14, 2012 1:11:47 GMT -5
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Post by Ramona's 59 Airflyte on Apr 15, 2012 0:28:04 GMT -5
Wow. I ordered mine from her yesterday. She is amazing. Can't wait to see it.
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Post by idqrocks on Apr 15, 2012 22:20:31 GMT -5
I have a 62 Airflyte. We are going to need to order an awning in a month or so. VTS has one. Anyone know whats better Marti or VTS? Or another place even?
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Post by vikx on Apr 16, 2012 1:18:50 GMT -5
Marti
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Post by boandsusan on Apr 16, 2012 7:13:44 GMT -5
Marti
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Post by idqrocks on Apr 16, 2012 7:41:28 GMT -5
Is Marti's a better quality fabric? Or better construction?
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Post by 65callie on Apr 16, 2012 12:39:09 GMT -5
I'm making my awning, but if I weren't I would definitely order from either Marti or Kristi. My reasoning is that if there is any issue that needs to be addressed, these ladies are very trustworthy and value their customers. Dealing with a large company is always a crap shot. Also, Kristi is a forum member and I think Marti is also. Kristi's awning link: www.vintageawnings.blogspot.com/Marti's awning link: www.martisawnings.com/ |
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Post by boandsusan on Apr 16, 2012 19:44:52 GMT -5
I am going to attempt to make my own and so I looked at several, to get an idea how I wanted to make it. I looked online at some made by Marti, some made by Kristi and some sold by VTS(they all use the same brand and quality of fabric). I would definately purchase from Marti or Kristi, their`s seem to be made soooo much better, not only that, but check the prices at VTS. I believe both Marti and Kristi take pride in their awnings, and it shows!
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Post by erikandheather on Apr 20, 2012 12:01:20 GMT -5
Here's our new awning by Marti. Just came in the mail yesterday. Attachments:
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Post by vikx on Apr 21, 2012 0:04:12 GMT -5
Here's one of Marti's awnings. Love it! Attachments:
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Post by momydomy on Jul 11, 2012 0:30:27 GMT -5
Looks like you've got it on the run! Very Cute...thanks Marti
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Post by hellonwheels on Jul 11, 2012 9:24:48 GMT -5
Know I posted this somewhere else, but I LOVE my Marti awning so much! Mr. HOW thought is was going to be harder to put up than our rollout awning on our 2004 27' trailer, but after a couple set-ups, he has it down! I recall looking at Kristi's web-site and I don't think her awnings extend as far. I think they are about a foot shorter. Attachments:
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Post by LittleVintageTrailer on Jul 11, 2012 9:36:50 GMT -5
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Post by hellonwheels on Jul 11, 2012 9:42:42 GMT -5
Love the add a room; in fact, every time I see it (been a few now) on LVT's site I get closer and closer to asking Marti for a quote!
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Post by madonnak on Aug 26, 2012 14:46:02 GMT -5
We received ours from Marti on Friday and it is beautiful. Still no awning poles but I will post a pic when I purchase the poles. Marti was out of poles and made an Amazon suggestion for me. She is AWESOME!!!!
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Post by Kristi Foster on Aug 27, 2012 9:45:32 GMT -5
Most of the vintage trailer awnings, that I make, extend out from the vintage trailer 8 or 9 feet. With very small vintage trailers, the dimensions will be more proportionate with the length of the awning rail. Many of the campsites in the Southeast have designated pads for trailers, leaving very little room for awnings to extend outward. There are trees, grills, lantern poles, drop offs, platforms with railings, and concrete picnic tables to try to set up an awning around. I have also found that it is much easier to sweep off your awning and hose it down before departing, when it doesn't reach the ground from the awning rail. Actually,a vintage trailer awning that extends out a shorter distance can be folded, as it is removed from the rail, without even dragging in the dirt. So of course, depending on where you regularly camp will determine how far you want the awning to extend from your vintage trailer.
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Post by kto17 on Aug 27, 2012 10:39:28 GMT -5
I've been emailing with Kristi about an awning and can hardly wait to place an order with her. I have to verify a few things prior to ordering.
I think she can make about any size you want, but you'll have to ask her.
We saw a BIG one she made on an early Airstream last year and it appeared to be great quality and craftsmanship. Beautiful!
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Post by missblossom on Aug 27, 2012 19:55:21 GMT -5
I ordered mine last week. Not only did I order a big awning, but a matching one to go over my rock guard. My Compact is white and turquoise, and i got the yellow and white stripe. I can hardly wait to get it.
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