Caravanning across Australia’s vast and beautiful landscapes is a dream for many, especially for those in the community who have the time and passion for adventure.
But as any seasoned traveller will tell you, life on the road comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to space management.
One such challenge that often goes overlooked is the simple question: Where do you store your fruit?
It’s a problem that might seem trivial at first, but when you’re living out of a caravan, every inch of space is precious.
The fridge is already packed with essentials, and with limited storage options, that bowl of fruit can quickly become a nuisance, constantly being shuffled around the caravan.
Fortunately, the caravanning community is a resourceful bunch, and when a caravan owner recently reached out for advice on a popular online forum, the response was overwhelming.
The solution that stood out? A clever and cost-effective $15 item from Bunnings that has become a game-changer for many: the half-circle garden basket, also known as the Beehive Wall Basket with Liner.
This nifty item, originally intended for plants, has been repurposed by caravan owners as a fruit hammock.
By removing the liner and hanging it on the wall, it becomes the perfect spot to store fruit, keeping it off countertops and out of the way. The fruit is secure, even as you travel, and it’s an aesthetically pleasing addition to any caravan interior.
Content creators like Susie Gow, a caravan owner who shares her storage solutions on social media, have popularised the idea.
Her endorsement of the beehive wall basket trick has inspired others to try it out, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.
But the creativity doesn’t stop there. Some caravan owners have taken to making their own fruit hammocks using macrame techniques learned from YouTube tutorials.
Others have found success with wall planters from Bunnings simply by removing the insert. For those who prefer a bit of DIY customisation, spray-painting these baskets to match the caravan’s decor has become a popular touch.
Kmart has also been a go-to for caravan owners looking for storage solutions. From hanging metal baskets that can hold up to 2kg of fruit each, to clear shoe boxes and cooler bags repurposed as portable fruit storage, the options are as varied as they are ingenious.
And let’s not forget the humour that often accompanies life’s little challenges. Amidst the practical advice, one caravan owner’s comment stood out: ‘Mine is stored in a bottle, it’s called wine.’
A reminder that sometimes, the best solution is to sit back and enjoy the journey, with a glass of wine in hand.
For those of you hitting the road in your caravan, this $15 Bunnings trick might just be the answer to one of the many puzzles of compact living. It’s a simple, affordable, and effective way to keep your fruit fresh and your space uncluttered.
We’d love to hear from you about your own caravan storage hacks and solutions. Have you tried the beehive wall basket, or do you have another trick up your sleeve? Share your experiences in the comments below, and let’s help each other make the most of our travels.
Also read: This Kmart and Bunnings hack is the ultimate must-have caravan solution
