The first step was.
How to build a gypsy wagon roof.
It is oak and pine.
After about fifty sketches and lots of graph paper renderings i decided i needed to visualize this.
The table is modeled after those in old british wagons.
I found a sturdy little cargo trailer with a heavy duty frame and tongue.
To learn more about the history of the gypsy wagon enjoy the videos provided below.
The traditional curved roof which gives each gypsy wagon its distinct look can be ordered as a pre cut kit from the company.
Flatbed utility trailer costing about 1000 us.
The door is modeled after some sheep wagon styles from the western u s.
A gypsy history video.
Afterward we ll get right back to the vardo plans.
Vardos then and now slideshow.
This wagon began with a new 10ft.
Gypsy wagon building step 1.
Building a gypsy wagon step 1.
Pad s don vardo pictures building your own with plans this gypsy caravan is built on a powder coated 7 by 10 foot trailer with brakes and lights.
The roof also mimics the historic vardo with a 12 ounce canvas cloth covering encapsulated with waterproof glue and pro industrial paint by sherwin williams.
Here is a slide show showing the construction of one of my latest projects a modern gypsy wagon or vardo.