During the last several weeks, we've held back alot of our items from our Etsy shop. Here's just a quick preview of what we've been working on and of what we'll be featuring in our booth. If you are in the STL area, stop on over!
Monday, September 24, 2012
Countdown to Strange Folk Festival
The countdown is officially on! Since mid-July, we've been prepping for Strange Folk Festival. With 150 vendors, bands, food and alpacas, it will be the largest one we participate in this year. And, our first official festival. I'm excited to show our stuff to the world. Nervous that people will think it is stupid. Curious about why there will be alpacas. I promise to report back on all of the above!
During the last several weeks, we've held back alot of our items from our Etsy shop. Here's just a quick preview of what we've been working on and of what we'll be featuring in our booth. If you are in the STL area, stop on over!
During the last several weeks, we've held back alot of our items from our Etsy shop. Here's just a quick preview of what we've been working on and of what we'll be featuring in our booth. If you are in the STL area, stop on over!
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Antiquing at a Fave Spot
I know I've mentioned how much I love hitting up antique and junk stores. You just never know what you'll find. This week, Junk Bonanza, will be taking place in my home state of MN. While I'm super disappointed not to be making the trip (Mom, I've got the Spring dates already on my calendar! Can I sleep on the couch?), I had some time last weekend to do a little digging here in St. Louis.
I thought these plastic cups were cute. Mostly, I loved the packaging and marketing. "Add sparkle to your get together." These cups are break, scratch and chip resistant. Something I definitely need.
This leather briefcase had just the perfect amount of wear and tear.
Dress forms and mannequins are really popular right now...but, usually pretty pricey! I thought this one was wonderfully vintage.
This old time card organizer would be perfect for outgoing bills and letters.
This vintage horse bike was too cute. What little kid wouldn't love riding around on this? Even I was tempted to take it for a spin!
This set of hot air balloon plates would be great for a party. What mini desserts could I put on here?
I continue to look for printer trays and I found three on this hunt! But, for some reason, I just haven't pulled the trigger and bought one. I might just go back...
I came across a whole basket of these old shoe stretchers. Totally cool. And at $3 each, an inexpensive addition to a vintage collection.
This galvanized basket would be perfect for bottles of wine. Or, maybe some empty bottles filled with flowers for a centerpiece?
My suitcase obsession has continued. I picked up the one that is second from the top. We have some cool plans for it....stay tuned!
Finally, who couldn't love this little guy. I think I heard him say "Fill me up with your favorite chowder!"
Surprisingly, I only walked out with a suitcase. But, after seeing all of these finds again, I think I have to go back for that briefcase and galvanized basket. And, maybe a printers tray....
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| What's that over there? |
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| The Sociables |
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| Vintage Leather Briefcase |
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| Dress Form |
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| Time card organizer |
This set of hot air balloon plates would be great for a party. What mini desserts could I put on here?
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| Hot air balloon plate |
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| Printers tray |
I came across a whole basket of these old shoe stretchers. Totally cool. And at $3 each, an inexpensive addition to a vintage collection.
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| Antique wooden shoe stretchers |
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| Galvanized basket |
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| Vintage suitcases |
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| Mini chowder bowls |
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Coffee Table with Hairpin Legs
After waiting a month, we finally got the hairpin legs we ordered! Here's the final product. He can't wait to go to his first show!
We also ordered a set to use for a side table. I'm loooving this look -- I think we'll definitely be doing more like this!
We also ordered a set to use for a side table. I'm loooving this look -- I think we'll definitely be doing more like this!
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Antique Dentist Box Update
I'm pretty excited about this latest project. I loved it the minute I saw it -- it's the perfect desktop or jewelry organizer. Even on sale, it was a bit more than I wanted to spend. But, I knew once I spruced it up that it would be a great piece.
The tag said it was an antique dentist box. You can see on the top where there might have been a handle. A quick Google search brings up some that are similar...but don't quite look the same.
The door on the bottom is not original and the inside was covered in a nasty green "carpet" -- which I ripped out. Then I got out my Annie Sloan Chalk Paint. The first layer is French Linen. The second is Pure White mixed with some of the dark soft wax. Clear wax and distressing ensued.
Then I broke out the Mod Podge and added some pages from an old book for the bottom of the drawers.
And, here it is today:
Since the bottom drawer isn't original, I decided to leave it out. It's a great space to put larger pieces. We'll be bringing it with us to Strange Folk -- I hope others love it as much as I do! If not, I have just the spot for it ;-)
Linking to: Monday Muse, Make it Pretty Monday
The tag said it was an antique dentist box. You can see on the top where there might have been a handle. A quick Google search brings up some that are similar...but don't quite look the same.
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| Antique Dentist Box |
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| Antique Dentist Box |
Then I broke out the Mod Podge and added some pages from an old book for the bottom of the drawers.
And, here it is today:
Since the bottom drawer isn't original, I decided to leave it out. It's a great space to put larger pieces. We'll be bringing it with us to Strange Folk -- I hope others love it as much as I do! If not, I have just the spot for it ;-)
Linking to: Monday Muse, Make it Pretty Monday
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