Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Twas just two days before a show…and…

All through my basement…

There was so much to be finished and packed, that I don’t know where the days went…

And, of course, that’s kind of the story of this junkin/sellin life!

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I know there are a lot of you out there in the same boat…which we have joyfully climbed into I might add!!   After getting through all the busyness and excitement of a holiday show (and hopefully lots of “sellin”) – I’ll be happy to enjoy the rest of Christmas, and the reason for the season.  A girls’ day out with 15 of my closest friends in a week (now, doesn’t that sound heavenly???), and then preparing for our daughter and son-in-law (and grandpuppy) to come home for Christmas – can’t wait – we might have to keep them (wink wink…just being a “mom”)!!  Love it all!!

I know it’s kind of spur of the moment, but wanted to send out an invite to:

The 36th Annual

Ontario Community Craft Show

Saturday, December 1, 2012

8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Richland County Fairgrounds (Mansfield, Ohio)

Over 70 talented crafters and artists – and we’re in spaces #48 and #49 in the Arts & Crafts building.  This is a fabulous show, and we’re excited to be a part of it again this year (our third year)!  Most of the shows we do are out of town, so it’s fun to do a local show and see familiar faces…and we don’t have to drive very far – that’s definitely a plus!

Here are a few pics of what I’m bringing…but Terri and Susan both have a bunch of wonderful things for sale too…Terri’s cuff bracelets and vintage upcycled treasures, and Susan’s fabulous reclaimed wood frames (and more) – with lots of vintage embellishments and hardware!  It’s going to be holiday beautifulness!!!

OK…here we go…

I put together wreaths (old baby buggy wheels upcycled), with kind of a cottagey-primitive look.  I love them, and have sold two of them already!

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Vintage baby shoes – whining to become useful once again – ok…a little Christmas tree and sparkle were definitely in order!

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Pine cones…they’re everywhere – in trees…on the ground… Add an old wooden spindle and make them frosty and sparkly – ta da…Christmas trees. 

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Stacks of raggedy books, painted and embellished. 

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Don’t ya just love the three little angels???  Sorry, sold already! 

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More stuff…rag trees, and some jingle bells – very old…but there’s still some jingle left in those old bells!!

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Tin cans – definitely upcycled into a prettier life!

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And, what would Christmas be without a game of Scrabble - or pieces of a Scrabble game???

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This is what our cash drawer will be doing on Saturday!!

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A couple of “stars” of the show…

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An old tray (painted to cover some very “ugly” floral graphics…), and now it’ll be a great “reminder” for some lucky customer – and a place to share some fun memories!

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Gotta have a few signs too!

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Junk jewelry for the girls (and some OSU fans too)…

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Sparkles and rust – great combo!

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And…for all my junkin’ friends…

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The one on the left is going to be mine for a “while”…just love it!

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Isn’t this sweet – a dog license from 1953, paired with a sweet little pocket knife and a cute little dog taken from an old tie clip…they make great “best friends”, don’t ya think??

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There will be a LOT more – so hope to see some of my local friends on Saturday!  Have a great weekend!

And, so I am wishing and a hoping you…

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And a blessed New Year!

Hugs!

Kathy

P.S.  What, no P.S.????  There’s always a P.S….just sayin’ – I usually don’t know when to stop!

7 comments:

  1. Oh no. I made plans for Saturday morning or I would have been there. Great things.

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  2. I'm giggling at your sign off! I don't know when to hush either, but when a girl's got a lot of important stuff to say...she's gonna say it!
    14 close friends...girl you are multi-blessed.
    Good luck!
    Deb
    P.S. Almost forgot...off to the show and sell to the snow!

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    1. Ha ha - birds of a feather, my friend!!! I love my girlfriends - and feel very blessed!

      P.S. Thanks (will do!!!) Hugs from Ohio!

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  3. Love your blog - and your 'stuff!' I hope you have a great, fun, and profitable show, Kathy! I have a Potato Sack show this weekend, and a Vintage Charlotte Christmas Show next! Whoo hoo!!! Might be a busy week between! xoxo PS - are you in MD 12/28-31, btw??

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    1. Thanks girlfriend! Best wishes for a great show for you this weekend...lots of sales and lots of fun!! We won't in be in MD - darn... :(

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  4. WOW!!! Everything is just so amazing!!! I love how you repurpose....we are kindred spirits in that way!!! Thanks so much for sharing all these beautiful creations!!! deb

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  5. What a beautiful blog! I will for sure be back! Thanks for the sweet comment on my blog. Your things are "wonderful". That RuFie, she is one special lady, isn't she.

    Take care,
    Sue

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Thanks! It was so sweet of you to pop in for a visit! Have a blessed day!