Treasure Hunting at Scott Antique Market (and a few regrets)

It’s been months and months since I was able to carve out some time to go to Scott Antique Market but last Thursday I made time in my work schedule to make it happen. Boy have I missed treasure hunting at one of the best antique markets in the country.

 This show as a bit different from most as many vendors decided to attend the World’s Longest Yard Sale instead of Scott, which happens the same weekend every August. Even with fewer vendors, there were still lots of great things at the market.

Here’s a look at some of the pieces I spotted  while treasure hunting...

The market always has a great selection of vintage and handmade furniture in every design style so it’s a great place to shop if you’re looking for something really unique.  These tiered end tables were really stunning and I could totally see them being used as night stands.

One of my favorite chair vendors is always stocked with beautiful linen and burlap dining and occasional chairs.  I loved the woodwork detail on the back of this one.

Pillows, pillows everywhere with lots of vendors selling pillows in neutral fabrics.

This vignette caught my eye.  I have a pair of those wood risers but never thought about using them to elevate lamps.

There were a couple of ceramic vendors with the most beautiful Japanese pottery.  Most of the pieces were on the expensive side so I passed but lots of people were snatching up ginger jars and bowls.

One vendor had nothing but blue and white but again it was pretty pricey.  If I remember correctly, the ginger jars along the front were $125.

I loved this lamp because of the shape–I think it was around $100.

This mirrored chest was a beauty and on sale!

I saw more mid-century modern pieces at this market than I’ve seen in the past.  The details on this table and chair set grabbed my attention and the fact that it was also in pristine condition.

Like I mentioned before, you’ll find every style of furniture at Scott including lots of farmhouse/rustic pieces.  Some of these pieces are vintage and others are handmade to look vintage.

Great lines on this table.

This cabinet was really pretty although the color was not to my liking.  And check out all those cut stools on top of the cabinet.

Here’s a beautiful chunky farm style dining table.

There are lots of industrial pieces at this market too.  I loved this metal storage cage and could just image this in a mud room or garage to hold shoes and stuff.

I usually don’t walk away from Scott’s having seen any big trend statements but this chair has me thinking that lavender is going to be a popular color for 2016.

One of the things I always do when I walk the market is to keep an eye out for diy inspiration.  I spotted this framed wall sconce and thought it was a great way to UpStyle a thrifted light fixture

{ frame + wood + sconce + wood beads=stunning}

The Scott market is always a great source of dough bowls and vintage wood accessories.

wood rakes

pizza boards–$40 to $65

wicker demijohns (this vendor has really good prices on these bottles)

Scott Antique Market is a big place, consisting of two buildings and outdoor spaces.  There’s so much to see and sometimes my philosophy of “if you love it, buy it” gets pushed to the back of my mind as I walk the aisles.  Inevitably that results in a few market regrets and this trip was no exception.

Here’s are three things I wish I had bought but didn’t…

These lamps were amazing!!!  They were in great condition, I loved the shape and bonus–there was a bulb socket inside the basket so that lamp could be lit both on top and under the wicker. And, they were only $75 for the pair.  I know…I’m still kicking myself. 

Another regret were these vintage grain sacks.  They were priced between $25 and $29 and in good condition.

The only saving grace with these is that the vendor is a monthly regular and will probably have them again at the Sept. show.

I spotted these vintage wood blankets and was mesmerized by how gorgeous they were.  I wanted the second stripe from the right, on the top row.

So folks, that’s a quick summary of my treasure hunting adventure at Scott Antique Market.  I’ve got my calendar cleared for the September show and have my fingers crossed that some of my regret items just might make a second show appearance.