New Additions

I think I may have started a new collection.  I recently posted a picture of a white cow pitcher that I found at a flea market.  I had always wanted one.  Well, I found two more at Anew Interiors Anew on the square in Woodstock.  www.facebook.com/anewinteriorsanew/ They were part of Karen's personal collection that she was downsizing.

I couldn't resist them.  It's funny how a collection starts.  It just gets a life of its own.

I added the large one to my milk glass/enamelware collection on top of the china cabinet.  (The smaller one has become a part of my barn with two other cow figures).

This past week was so much fun treasure hunting.  I found quite a bit.

I had to take a few pictures to fit it all in.

I put the turtle cookie jar in Ethan's room on top of his bookcase.  He loves collecting turtle things and he now has three turtle cookie jars.  I'm keeping the hammered aluminum mugs and tray by Wendell August Forge.  That's for my collection!

I am super excited about this frame filled with fair ribbons and pins.  It is amazing! and super heavy.

I found this vintage golf trophy at the same sale as the fair ribbons.  It's another great find that I'm excited about.

I spent most of today transitioning over to fall in my home decor.  (Pictures will come at another time).  I love this time of year when I can pull out a sweater and visit my favorite apple orchard. www.facebook.com/Edwards-Apple-Orchard-296241517156065/ Edwards Apple Orchard is in Poplar Grove. There are also a few really cute antique shops in the area.  Why not make a day of it! I always buy a dip mix from them, usually enough to last for the year.  I finally used the last packet yesterday when family came over.  It's super easy to make: sour cream and mayonnaise mixed with the herb packet and then let it sit usually overnight.  So delicious!  I need to make a trip soon over there to stock up.

Sunday is the flea market in Cedarburg WI.

Happy treasure hunting!

As Summer Winds Down....

As summer winds down....

My last big treasure hunting days found these:

Then we were off to the flea market on the Grounds of Basilica of Holy Hill in Hubertus WI. It was a beautiful day to spend outdoors.  I found a never worn pair of cowboy boots and a silver pendant which were for ME.

Sometimes it's nice to just shop for me, not for something to resell.

The boys and I spent one week in New Jersey with my family.  It was great!  Unfortunately, I don't get to spend as much time with my family as I would like so we really look forward to the trip each year.  We drive so that we can pack the car with treasures, and boy did we.  Our first stop as usual was at Wendell August Forge in Grove City PA.  They didn't have the antique sale room any longer but I did find a really neat ring.  Their museum of hammered aluminum pieces is awesome.

And this piece:

They were setting up the Christmas trees and the store was packed.  The nice thing about them is that you can watch the artisans creating.

We spent one day in Atlantic City at the Tropicana Casino.  It was so awesome!  Nothing like the Jersey Shore. Here's my dad with the boys on the boardwalk.  It was a glorious day!

I was even crowned Miss America!

The trip isn't complete without a day in New York City where we just roam around after visiting Nintendo World.  We can't begin our day there without visiting it.

Here's a selfie with my cousin in Heralds Square in front of Macy's.

We spent one full day with my brother Michael going to estate sales and thrift stores.  He said the treasure hunting had been slow until that day.  Boy did we find the treasures!   I had to pass up so much because I didn't think I would have room in my car.  That was hard!  I managed to fit a cabinet in my car.... it's still in my dining room until I decide where to put it or to sell it.  I even found another trophy which was the highlight of my hunting.

And this is before the suitcases are packed into my car!

We treasure hunted in Saylorsburg PA at their flea market.  It was slow on the day that we went because it had rained during the night and into the morning so many dealers didn't set up.

I love spending time in the Pocono Mountains.  It is so beautiful.  Here's another selfie of us with my parents.

Ethan is back at college and Austin is beginning his senior year of high school.  Time sure does fly.  I treasure every moment that I have with them. I'm trying to brace myself for when they are both gone to school.

Even though summer is winding down, sales are still happening and fall rummage sales will begin again.  Keep an eye out for them.  Mark your calendars for Sept 8-10 for a fall vintage Shop Hop with, right now, 20 shops participating on Route 14 in IL from Woodstock to Mount Prospect. https://www.facebook.com/VintageFindsOffRoute14/.  The Carriage House is participating so I will be busy getting my space ready in the next few weeks.

Happy treasure hunting!
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