Random things like Junk Bonanza

A bunch of random things today I guess. Last week was Junk Bonanza in the cities and I went with my friend Amy and her mom. We had a bunch of fun and there were so many amazing booths. Do you think I remembered to take photos? NO...duh Rachel! I did get to meet Ki (formally of junk market now junk camp)...we had swapped junk through the mail a while back and so it was fun to finally meet her. Her son Ty took our picture. She is really sweet...hugs and all. I bet she was tired after the show. She puts so much work into it...Thanks Ki for a great event to go to!
I also am getting ready for another "Junk Fest In The Nest" show on Oct. 2nd. All are invited to attend as we will be having lots of vendors out there. I wanted to leave you with some pictures of a few "Halloween" things I am working on. The framed item is a little kids witch that someone made. I believe it to be very old as it was in a box of Halloween items I bought and sold. Most of them dated from the 20's to the 60's. I just thought it was adorable and couldn't throw it out!

“Fall Junk Fest at the Nest”
Saturday, October 2, 2010
9 am to 4 pm
“We’ve got plenty of great Junk for your Trunk”
48077 265th Street, Brandon, SD
Take East 10th St to Highway 11 North then 1 ¼ miles North and Left on 265th Street. Watch for the signs.
This will be a one day sale with multiple vendors all in one convenient location. Grab your friends and spend your Saturday shopping.
“The South Porch” Amy Kasten - “Black Canvas Art”
“Emma Bacharach & Natalie Sorenson” “Robyn’s Nest”
“Judy Roozenboom & Julie O’Connor”
“Chippy Cottage Charm” “Maggie’s Attic”
“Nancy’s Niceties” “Bev Farr”
Hope to see you all at the Fall Junk Fest at the Nest!

September Flea Market

I did the September flea market in town. I can't say it was awesome...but I had a good time and made a little money. I did mostly fall and primitive things since that is what sells well here. I also took my handmade jewelry and sold a few pieces.
This Thursday I get to leave for the cities. I am going to Junk Bonanza with my friend Amy for my birthday. We get to stay overnight and go to the show on Friday. I haven't been there for two years, so I am super pumped!
Leaving you with some pictures from the Flea!

Making over my bedroom

I've been growing so tired of my bedroom...too much stuff...to much clutter. I decided to start cleaning out my bedroom and to rearrange some things. I really wanted to take 2 doors I picked up on Craigslist and make a headboard of sorts. This is what I came up with. I love it. I hate the border behind it and the colors...I am hoping soon we can repaint in there. It is still the way the previous owner had it. I would love to enjoy it the way I like it. So Honey...hint, hint...it's almost my birthday...SO PAINT MY ROOM! LOL
I took some other shots of stuff I did with my bedroom. I collect vintage slips and old nightgowns. I hung them from a grate I love...it's pink and white! And my dresser and mirrors...LOVE THEM!
Hope you all are inspired...I am trying to rid myself of excess and simplify more. It just feels better that way. Wish I could hold a big sale and you all could come...you would find many treasures...and I could declutter. If you saw my garage...yikes! Thanks for checking out this post, and have a great holiday weekend!

Inspiration

I didn't know what to name my post today. I'm feeling a little sad because today I gave my 30 day notice to pull out of my space at Cliff Ave. Antiques. I'm not making much money there...so it's time to move on. For now I will just focus on doing the monthly flea markets in town and the 2 junkfests in the spring and fall. I just wish there was a place here for me that sold items like I do and where the rent isn't outrageous.
Leaving a few pictures with you from my space...it will soon be gone! If you live in town and see something you like then feel free to stop up at Cliff Ave. Thanks!

Creative Projects keeping me busy!

So I really seem to get nothing done in this house because my mind only thinks one way...what can I make? What can I create? I have a mass of mannequins sitting in my garage so I decided last night to alter one. I used patterns, old book pages and sheet music to alter her. I did it in layers to give her a nice affect. I also have spent the week making jewelry. I just can't stop. I'd rather do something creative then clean my house. So please, please don't drop in unannounced for coffee or such because you would laugh at my mess. LOL I did have a mom of a friend of Westin's stop in today unannounced...how embarrassing! I showed her what I was working on to explain the "mess situation" in our home. I think most moms understand. If you are creative and artsy you probably get it too! Create...the house can wait!
Have a great week everyone...probably be spending mine cleaning!

VINTAGE HALLOWEEN

I just wanted to let everyone know that I am listing vintage Halloween Beistle / H.E. Luhrs items on ebay today. I have a box full of Halloween goodies that I will be listing until they are gone. Here are some goodies! Check them out !http://shop.ebay.com/chippy*cottage*charm/m.html?_dmd=1&_ipg=50&_sop=12&_rdc=1

Midsummers Night Dream Swap

I participated in a Midsummer's Night Dream Swap with Heidi German of Vacuuming In High Heels and Pearls http://www.frauleinh.blogspot.com/ She sent me an awesome swap package...I feel so blessed to have her as my partner. I received a Midsummer's Night Dream Tea Party Package complete with cups and plates. The cups had candles in them. I also received fairy dust, dewdrops, little cracker/chocolate mushrooms to eat, books to read aloud, button flowers that never die, twinkle lights, little fairy stickers, moss covered rocks, a wind chime, moonlight path lotion and a pretty brooch to wear. WOW! I feel like my swap package didn't even come close, so I will send some more fun things to her soon!
Have a great week...I will be back soon with some fun goodies I picked up at an Architectural shop in town!