I wanted to share a few completed projects I brought along to the Pleasanton Antique Show on Sunday. It was a little cool and windy when I arrived at 3:30am to start setting up, but it turned o...
I cant believe Memorial Day weekend is already here. Its been quite a bit cooler than normal around here the last few days, but thats fine with me because I dont get along well with the heat he...
I really dont recall where I found this antique brush frame or how long Ive had it, but Im sure I picked it up for next to nothing at a flea market or yard sale. I wanted to create another decorated ...
This rusty old Bordens milk crate has been hanging out next to my potting bench for too long. Its only job so far has been to hold some small empty pots, so it was time for a promotion. I found ...
Saturday morning I headed to the next town over for a few sales that looked much more promising than what was offered around here. Oh yes, it was well worth the extra time and gas. One pa...
Saturday was another great day for yard sales. I hope to get pictures of all my treasures in the next day or so, but this one just had to be shared today.....Mothers Day.I purchased this tatter...
Theres just something about pink and turquoise. Pink flowers of any variety have always been my favorite, and when turquoise, teal, or aqua is added for a little flavor, I cant resist.I was rum...
Its been a hectic few weeks around here and Im relieved to have a little break before my next show. My desk is already lined up with bits and pieces of jewelry ideas and I still cant see the su...
What a week its been. I have no idea what made me think I was all ready for another antique show this Sunday. I still had a load of stuff stashed in cabinets and boxes waiting to be price...
I took a last minute trip up to my moms this past weekend to visit with some friends who were visiting the area. Of course I had to check Craigslist Thursday night just in case there was someth...
I have a "thing" for vintage door knobs. My obsession began years ago when I purchased a set of round clear glass door knobs at a flea market. One door knob purchase led to anothe...
It was a gorgeous day in Roseville for the Mes Amis Spring Antique Show. It was close to 90 degrees in the afternoon, so most of the shoppers were out bright and early on Saturday morning. &nbs...
Its been a busy few days around here with last minute preparations for the Mes Amis Antique Show tomorrow. Mes Amis was just voted one of the best vintage sales in the country by the loyal read...
How often do you go out junking and come home with exactly what you set out to find? I made a quick mid week trip to our local thrift shop/junk yard (more like a dump), in hopes of finding some...
This old bed definitely had some serious issues. I discovered it standing out in a field at a barn sale here in town a few weeks ago and resisted the urge to bring it home. This is just t...
Im so sorry its taken me so long to shout out a big THANK YOU to my friends for their generosity. Dont you just love giveaways? Are you as amazed as I am with the generosity and sharing b...
~~~Wishing you a Blessed Easter~~~~ Enjoy your day ~
I found this old musical instrument case in an antique shop over a year ago. After separating the top and bottom, I used both halves to hold tiny items I was selling at the antique shows. ...
I had to spend my allotted garage sale time wisely last weekend. I almost didnt go out at all until I spotted this ad on Craigslist: "Lifelong collector is thinning the pile, vast col...
A big THANK YOU to all of you for joining in on my Spring Giveaway. I really appreciate each and every one of your kind comments. The winner is:Susanne at ZueeuzChosen by my helpful friend........
Burlap, lace, twine, a flower rhinestone brooch, and an old industrial strength Stanley thermos.Much better and so simple!I can imagine this once loved thermos being filled with coffee every mor...
Rainy and windy weekends are good for something after all. I put a big dent in my jewelry projects and was able to finish up six necklaces, one bracelet, and several earrings. Oh, it feel...
GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSEDWere just a few short days away from the official start of spring, but wed never know it based on the weather around here the last few days. What a difference from last we...
It was a gorgeous weekend here in Northern California with temperatures hovering around 70 degrees, but all thats about to change with rain coming in for most of the week. People are taking adv...
I feel like a kid in a toy store when Im playing in my boxes o junk. All the ingredients for another rake picture holder were there; they just needed a little sprucing up. I posted about ...
What a great time we all had on Thursday night. Terry and Danny from the The Vintage Bricoleur in Loomis, held a blog forum for bloggers and hopeful bloggers. About twelve ...
Playing in my stash of rusty old hardware, tools, wood pieces, lamp parts, and things I cant even identify is always so much fun. I love it when Im not having a major creative block and can act...
Heres my favorite yard sale find from last weekend after her minor makeover. She still doesnt have any clothes, so her only assignment this week was to model a few necklaces fresh off the assem...
I finally had a chance to try out my new Silhouette Cameo that I got for Christmas. My idea was to start with something quick and simple, but there was nothing quick about this first attempt. Im sure...
Would you double park in the middle of the street for her? Im not ashamed to say I did just that. I spotted her on the lawn just as I was driving up to a yard sale on Saturday. Cars...
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