Save the date! The FIRST Vintage Box Flash Sale is Tuesday, Oct. 13th

I’m so excited!  The time has come and next Tuesday, Oct. 13th at 9:00 am (eastern) the first @theVintageBox Instagram sale is happening.

 We’ve got an amazing selection of vintage items waiting for you and here’s a little sneak peek at some of our treasures…

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Follow @thevintagebox on Instagram to shop our curated collection of vintage decor, jewelry and entertaining pieces!

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In celebration of the launch, we’re hosting a great giveaway so head over to @thevintagebox on Instagram today to read all about it and enter to win.

Shelly

Vintage Finds From Everything But The House

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Last Friday I told you about Everything But The House (EBTH), a revolutionary way to shop for vintage and antique items online.  After getting to know how the auction system works and how easy it is to place bids on EBTH, I decided to give it a try.

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One of the first things I purchased was this bamboo and wicker end table.  The table is manufactured by Emerald Craft Inc., was in really good shape and has classic bamboo furniture details.

The only thing I didn’t like about the piece was the color but I knew a couple of coats of spray paint would give the table a new personality.

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So here’s the new look after a couple of coats of gloss black spray paint.

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I’m so happy with the piece and how it looks now.  The size of the table is ideal for a corner or nook and works great as a spot to drop keys near the door.  I also like the three shelf surfaces which provide lots of decorating options.

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A smaller brass tray {thrifted} fit perfectly on the middle shelf and works great for extra storage.  And of course you know I love the combination of black and brass.

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I placed a stack of books on the lower shelf along with a blue and white ginger jar.  This beautiful Asian ginger jar is another piece I scored from EBTH.

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{glass zebra tray from Michaels, brass bowl was thrifted}

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New sales start everyday on EBTH so have fun bidding and I let me know if you win something awesome.

Shelly

New To The Shop & The Vintage Box

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Good Morning! I hope everyone had a great weekend.  

I was a busy beaver but did manage a little time outdoors enjoying the weather.  One of the big task on my to-do list was adding new items to the ConfettiStyle Etsy Shop.  I added over 50 new vintage decor and jewelry items and still have more to add, including some vintage holiday pieces.

If you’ve never been to my Etsy shop and are wondering what types of items I sell, let me tell you about the shop.  I opened my Etsy shop a few years ago and really focused on selling pieces that I loved and would decorate my own home with.  I am an avid flea market shopper and the shop was a great way for me to make some of what I find available to you.  There are several different categories of items in the shop but you’ll find milk glass and ironstone pieces, brass decor and lots of unique vintage items. Back in 2012 I started making vintage jewelry and add my handcrafted jewelry to the shop.  2012 was also the year when my jewelry was selected as an editors’ pick by Country Living Magazine and was featured in the Dec/Jan 2012 issue.

Over the years I’ve added additional handcrafted pieces including designer clipboards which have been very popular.  I have a new collection of clipboards that will be available in the shop soon.

So all in all, my Etsy shop is an extension of my passion for vintage decor, jewelry and my love of handcrafting!  Here’s a sneak peek at some of the items you’ll find in the shop…

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And in case you missed it, I’ve decided to expand my shop presence and begin selling vintage finds on Instagram in a new shop called The Vintage Box.  This has been something I’ve thought about for almost a year and I’m excited to launch the shop later this month.

The Instagram shop will have a more focused product offering and I’ll also be selling vintage jewelry as well.  I’m still nailing down the details of the sales so follow along here to be the first to know when the shop opens.

You never know what treasures are in the box!

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Shelly

Estate Sale Shopping From The Comforts Of Home

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You all know I love to shop for vintage and antique pieces whenever I get the chance but with a busy work schedule, I don’t get to do it as much as I would like to.  Until now that is!

I was recently introduced to an amazing company that makes shopping for all types of items, including #furniture, decorative accessories, #vintage items, #antiques and personal accessories easy any time of the day or night.  Everything But The House is a revolutionary online estate and consignment sale company that allows you to shop sales around the country via e-commerce from the comforts of home.

Everything But The House (EBTH) currently presents sales out of 14 cities including Atlanta, Boston, Cincinnati, Dallas and Louisville.  Every item available for sale starts at a price of $1.00 and sales last for seven days.  There are no reserve prices and when the sale ends, the highest bid wins!

Buying with confidence is not an issue because EBTH  showcases photos of every item along with detailed descriptions, measurements and quality features.  Items are grouped by sales but can be searched by location (city), category or keyword.

If you’re shopping a sale in your city and win the bid, you can pick the item up from a specified location which saves you lots money or you can have the items shipped to your home for a fee.  Shipping fees are outlined for each item so you can view them before you even start bidding.

Guys, I can’t even begin to tell you how amazing EBTH is!  I’m a major fan and have found some awesome pieces already.  If you’re curious to see the types of items you can score here’s a look …

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

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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.

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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.

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

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

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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.

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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.

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

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This mirrored chest was a beauty and on sale!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Here’s a beautiful chunky farm style dining table.

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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.

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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.

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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}

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

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wood rakes

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pizza boards–$40 to $65

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

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

Shelly

My Lastest Thrifting Finds

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It’s no secret that I love trolling the aisles of thrift stores and flea markets whenever I can.  It’s the thrill of finding a beautiful decorative piece or furniture that needs some TLC that makes it such fun.  I’m always on the lookout for new stores in the area and recently came across a new-to-me antique store that was filled with lots of great bargains.

As always, a few of the items I find when thrifting are for me and others are for my Etsy shop.  Here’s what I found recently…

Blue and white pottery is such a popular trend right now and finding nice vintage pieces is becoming harder and harder.  I found this lidded jar and this blue and white vase and both pieces are really substantial and are in great condition.

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Rarely do I pass up a tray when I see one and this woven wicker tray was a steal at only $1.00.  And the leather side handles were an added bonus.

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I spotted this little wooden chest one day but left it in the store.  I couldn’t get it out of my mind so I headed back the next day and snagged it.  The carving detail on the drawer fronts is really beautiful and I love the overall look of the piece.  It would make a really great jewelry cabinet and would also look great on a bookshelf.

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I have a major obsession with brass and found some great pieces.  A little polishing and these babies will be extra stunning.

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I loved the colors in this ceramic vase and the gold details make it even prettier.  I have so many ideas on how this piece can be used.

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Here’s a up close of the blue and white vase.

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And probably my favorite piece is the beautiful brass bowl and I’m trying to decide if I want to keep it or put it in the shop.

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The World’s Longest Yard Sale starts tomorrow and this is the first time in 4 years that the hubs and I won’t be making the trek.  So I don’t go through complete withdrawls, we’re planning a little weekend getaway and I plan to pop into a few shops along the way.   If you want to read about our WLYS trips you can read about them here and here.

Shelly

What’s On My Flea Market Shopping List

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It’s no secret that I love shopping at flea markets and looking for that diamond in the rough.  Most of the time, when I set out on a shopping trip, I’m not looking for anything specific.  I know what I like, I have a pretty good eye and can spot a great piece and I know I deal when I come across one.

This year I decided that I’m not going to go to the Longest Yard Sale (you can read about last years trip here and here) but instead look for a few new thrifting spots closer to home to shop.   The hubs and I have a couple of weekend trips planned before the summer is over and for this time around I have a list of items I’ll be looking for.

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