LIGHTING

The last couple of weeks we have found a large amount of lighting. Several chandeliers, including hard to find petite one's. We also have tole sconces, crystal sconces and single sconces. The list could go on and on....

The Long Hot Summer

Yes, we are in the "thick of it", as the old Texans would say. With 100 degree weather every day now, it's time to get out and smell the roses. I'm not quite sure how we have managed to find the merchandise but we have added several key pieces to our inventory. One of my favorites is the velvet settee. Can anyone tell me why old velvet attracts me like it does??? I love it all and can't get enough of it. I managed to score on a sweet little Italian chandelier too.
To think Warrenton is just around the corner is making me nervous. HEEELLLLLPPPP!!!
Sure hope it cools off by then.

Yes, Virginia, there IS a Santa.../Tooting our Horn!

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Yes,Virginia, there IS a Santa.. and he brought us a bounty of merchandise this week!! Just look at the Cool Stuff! From Vintage Christmas to Industrial, to hotel silver, buttons galore, sconces, jewelry, glassware, mirrors... we got it all this week from our secret source (that would be Alan, not really Santa). I guess Christmas IS also in July!

Tooting Our Own Horn!.. In the July/August issue of Victoria magazine there is an awesome article on antiquing in Roundtop ,Texas. Three photos are our very own antique tent at Zapp Hall Antique Show in Warrenton ,Texas and also a couple on their website (Victoriamag.com) CHECK IT OUT !!! A photo of the magazine can be seen on our new antique white Wedding quilt.

CALIFORNIA DREAMIN

We are showing some of the merchandise we bought in L.A., now available to purchase. We also have a lot of fresh garden merchandise for sale including a huge 75lb. antique bird cage.

Come get inspired for your summer 2010! Indoors and Cool.

Part #2 California's GOLD Rush !!!

What a wonderful time spent. Yes, we felt we struck GOLD in our relationships with Stephanie & Mike and also Gloria & Ted from http://www.shabbytownusa.com/ We all were able to put our heads together and come up with the same conclusion , by the look of the collections of these two couples, we are all in it for the long haul. Gold was also found in antique shops visited in Orange, Laguna, Balboa, Venice, Santa Monica and San Diego. Lets not forget the beaches, the flowers and my sons favorite late night "CRAIG FURGUSON SHOW" in which Mr. Furguson asked Ben if he was Justin Beavers, When he found out Ben was 18 he suggested Ben must be Justins grandfather. This was the highlight of Ben's trip.

CALIFORNIA TRIP Part 1 STEPHANIE'S HOUSE!!!

In the famous words of our friend Portia Maloney, WORDS CANNOT DESCRIBE what we have seen so far on our trip to California, beginning with our friends Stephanie & Micheal Clark. We met them in our store in Dallas, and they said if you ever come out . . . When you first enter their house you are greeted by a display on the left wall of the awesome power of white. The first thing that cought my eye was a three foot trophy etched "FLOWER SHOW", and what a show it was. Limitless panels of French lace layered everywhere, among down pillows, beautiful fabrics, and fine French furniture. And you want to know why we can't find any old rose florals? Because they're all here in her house. Probably 200+ of them and other florals. Stephanie and Micheal took us on a whirlwind (more like hurricane) tour of beach and coastal towns Tuesday, and it even included antique shopping too. Stay tuned.

Todays Garden Sale!!

Everything has come together very well and we are now ready for our Annual Garden Sale. Weather today has been a blessing along with our friends Jeff and Portia Maloney. Portias great eye for putting things together and Jeffs great gardening skills. This time of year you never know what to expect but the cooperation has been great with the high to be around 85. Here are a few photos of the set-up. Hope to see you there.

GARDEN SALE- SNEAK PEEK

We can't keep a secret that well- we're fiving a sneak peak at some of the gift items for sale at our garden sale this Thursday and Friday. See 5/3 Posting for details.

In that posting I made reference to Ozzie and Harriet? Does anyone remember what Ricky's brother name was and was he an older brother or younger? I don't remember!

I went to the Garden Party! Reminisce with your old friends

Most of you aren't old enough to remember the Ricky Nelson (Ozzy and Harriet) but with Mothers Day sneaking up on us it's probably a good idea to "Please Yourself!!"
Why put the pressure on anyone else to try and come up with the perfect gift? What a fun time to stop by Portia Maloney's back yard Thursday night or Friday. This year the yard is loaded more than ever with some wonderful surprises. From crusty old flowerpots and potting benches, to concrete statuary and birdbaths, to rocks and seashells, to vintage outdoor pottery and iron accessories, and to the more elegant artwork and Antique yard furniture, you will find what you are looking for. This year we will be surprising everyone by introducing a couple of accessory lines. We really would like to have everyone stop by and join in the fun. We will be open for business this Thursday night May 6, from 6pm-8pm. We will be offering munchies and drinks. Friday May 7, we will be open all day starting at 10am and ending at 3pm. The address is 4224 Allencrest , in Dallas (75244) which is two blocks north of Forest, between Midway & Welch. This is Dallas Mapsco #14 Y. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! (QUESTIONS? Call Alan @ 214-770-2994)