Let's Go Shopping...

My sister and I were long overdue for a shopping trip. We like to hit up our fave spots every couple of weeks, and so we headed over to The Vintage Peddler to take in the newest vintage goods and vendors. They keep things fresh there, because they have a great group of dealers, and obsessive good customers that keep them needing to bring in more vintage goodies. I've never gone in there without leaving with something wonderful. 

Gathered #2

Last week I started a new blog post concept; well, it's just new for me. Many bloggers have a weekly post like this, and I really enjoyed taking a few minutes to share with all of you some of my weekly finds across Blogland and Pinterest. These are just a few of the pics and posts that caught my attention; Gathered here for you.

I ran into these elegant, but casual Thankful Plates from Crate and Barrel.

They have a whole line of glasses, napkins, etc.

I'm wondering if it would be possible to make these yourself,

or for that matter write any message or word using some sort of permanent gold marker.

It would have to be waterproof and non toxic, but oh so pretty!

Out and About for some Fall Fun

We're really fortunate to have so many wonderful antique shops, flea markets, boutiques, and tea rooms, here in Springfield, and the surrounding area. You can spend several days and you still couldn't see all that they offer. Delicious food, great antiques, fun vintage treasures to find...and most of all we have some fabulous local talent.

Spring Open House at Leola's Vintage Home and Garden

I always look forward to the seasonal Open Houses at Leola's Vintage Home and Garden in Ozark, Missouri. Spring, Fall, Christmas; you can be sure to find wonderful vintage items displayed with out of the box flair and panache. These gals are "pros" when it comes to "The Vignette", and I always come away with not only new goodies, but tons of fun ideas for decorating my own house.

 Take a peek!
(remember to click once for the photo to enlarge, and again to get the detail)

The patina on this statue is amazing.

 blues and grays chipping perfectly.

Full of vintage garden fun and inspiration

Hard to see in the pic, but this lovely gown was worn to the Govenor's Ball

Pam is a master of display.

adorable yo-yo lampshade

Pink and turquoise retro dish set

Hope you enjoyed the pics.

Click here for last Spring's Open House Post.

and more here

More Open House from Leola's

More photos from the Christmas Open House

at Leola's Vintage Home and Garden in Ozark, Missouri.

After doing "Fall" since late August, I have to admit, 

I'm ready for Christmas!

(now don't be fussin' at me, y'all)

Hope you're having a wonderful Saturday!