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Treasure Hunting–Scott Antique Market, Feb. 2014

February 10, 2014

Monday, Monday! Are you ready to make this week great? I am! I’ve got a couple of business meetings this week, lots of projects to work on and more flea market shopping planned for the end of the week. It’s going to be a busy week and all I can say is that I hope the snow that is predicted for Atlanta doesn’t become the mess it did two weeks ago.

Today I’m sharing some of the great stuff I spotted last week at Scott Antique Market. It’s no secret I love going to this market and after missing it for two months in a row I was excited to hit the show and see what treasures were awaiting. Over all it was a good show. During the early months of the year many of the vendors sit out of the show but despite some empty spaces there was lots of great stuff for sale.

I was a bit camera happy this market so I’m going to break my recap up into two blog post. Today we’ll be taking a look at the accessories and decorative objects I spotted and later in the week I’ll bring you a recap of the furniture I saw along with some tips for shopping this massive market.

Let’s roll….

These dough bowls are always a hit at Scott’s and even though I already own one, I’m tempted every show to get another. They are well priced, under $100 and are really large.

I loved these fretwork screen panels and think they would look good painted a chippy cream or antique green. These were available from ‘my guy’ so I can only image the price was great.

More antique dough bowls.

Yes please on this vintage library card file. Oh how I’d love this for storing my loose beads and jewelry findings.

There is always lots of vintage cookware and kitchen accessories for sale.

This stunning reclaimed wood mirror was $375 and at approx. 7 1/2′ tall that is a great deal.

It must have been typewriter day at Scott’s because I saw so many of them for sale.

Love these wicker Demijohns ($30-$45). Every show I stop by and admire and have yet to pull the trigger.

Always a selection of classic mirrors.

A beautiful copper pail. I think copper is going to be the IT finish for 2014.

Original oil painting.

Globes galore. Some better than others and most overpriced.

I loved this blue wall cabinet.

One of my favorite pillow resources. They have several bays of pillow covers, sorted by color.

My dear friend Steve has an amazing assortment of beautiful antique accessories and found objects. These tortoise shells are a fave of mine.

I saw the most amazing collection of shells, coral and starfish this show.

Anyone need antlers? You’ll find them at Scott Antique Market.

These glass buoys were beautiful. They would look pretty great in one of those large dough bowls.

Should have picked up a few of these vintage spools. I they sell well in my Etsy shop and the price was great. Next time!

Awesome brass parakeet on a stand from Steve’s booth.

Steve also have some great lighting. These brass and copper pendants were really nice. {check out that wall cabinet too}

And who doesn’t love a vintage pizza board? Actually it was the fixture that caught my eye but the entire set-up is pretty great.

I’ve mentioned before that the Scott Antique Market takes place the second weekend of every month. There are two buildings and outdoor spaces as well. During the colder months I tend to skip the outdoor spaces but you can usually find some good deals there if you’re willing to deal with the weather.

I’ll be back later today with the before and after shots of some of the organizing I’ve done around the house. When you fall off the organization bandwagon it takes time and energy to get back on! I’m exhausted but happy to have things in order.

The Country Living Fair

October 28, 2013

Happy Monday! Can you believe that it’s almost November? Just last night I was thinking about the year and the new people, new adventures, new projects, new experiences, new hurdles and new inspirations I’ve had and all I can say is that I’m so grateful for it all. It’s a blessing to wake up everyday and feel joyful about life.

Speaking of joyful, I sent Friday at Stone Mountain attending the Country Living Fair. the CL fair is such a fun experience not only because of the great shopping but because of all the amazing inspiration you take in as you wander from booth to booth. Enjoy the view from behind my lens.

The giant pumpkin stack is a signature of the CL fair and it greets you upon entering.

Who knew pinecones were so pretty on the inside.

I loved this SHOP sign…perfect for a retail store.

A fun way to use clipboards and old marquee letters. I passed up a whole box of these letters a couple months ago at a flea market and I’m still regretting it.

Cari Cuksey who has the HGTV show Cash and Cari always has a booth at the show.

Love the idea of using old trays for unique signage.

Lots of ribbon…not vintage but still lovely.

This booth had loads of items including baskets and all types of architectural pieces.

This booth décor was amazing.

Loved most of the jewelry I saw especially this tassel necklace.

I should have gone back and picked up several of this boards because I haven’t stopping thinking about them since Friday.

Chippy, old and fantastic.

Just the DIY inspiration I needed for some metal buckets I have in my stash.

So loved this board with hooks.

What a creative use for clipboards.

I always love seeing what Happy Chair has to offer. There chairs are simply amazing.

Seems that the new trend is mobile shopping is food trunks. There were several clothing vendors that had their shops set up in these trucks so they can set up shop anywhere.

I love the idea of using feathers and rolled paper as fillers for jars.

I’m a sucker for vintage letterpress letters.

It was fun to see some Christmas inspiration.

Yes, this was as amazing in person as it looks in the photo.

Sheet music background!

Beautiful holiday pillows.

Old maps.

I’m already looking forward to the 2014 CL Fair and the treasures that await!

Thanks for stopping by today.

Decorating with Trophy Urns

October 2, 2013

When you go to flea markets and thrift stores, do you have items that you are always on the hunt for? I surely do and one of those treasured pieces is a vintage trophy urn.

Back in the day, trophy urns were given as the prize to the winner of a competition. The names of the winners were often engraved on the urn and the urn was passed from winner to winner. At some point in history, trophy urns were also put into use as a champagne cooler. Today, trophy urns offer much decorating versatility which is why I search them out.

Here’s a look a different ways you could use Trophy Urns in your home for fall. Be inspired!

Most often you will find trophy urns in silver-plate or brass finishes which look great against the leaves of a plant or mini shrub that offers an easy filler.

For a more casual, rustic look, branches look great in an urn. I use to look for trophy urns without wear and pitting but I’ve come to love those that show age and wear.

Trophy urns are a great way to add a little sparkle and shine to your kitchen counters as a utensil holder. This piece looks great on the kitchen counter of Kim over at Savvy Southern Style.

I love the idea of using an urn as a pedestal for books.

And nothing is more fitting for fall then an urn filled with a beautiful fall arrangement or even a pot of mums.

And for a stylish take on Halloween, plop a white pumpkin atop your urn and surround it with cascading greenery.

Do you have a trophy urn in your home and if so, how to you use yours?