Hello friends, I left Germany in a very peaceful, contented state. Everywhere I went I was in awe, I had no expectations and Germany was absolutely incredible. I saw and experienced hundreds of separate magical moments, completely present for every second. Andy and his friends and family made this trip. We willingly accepted all the invitations...Read More

This time last year I made my second trip to New York for the gift show. The first time I went by myself and I was fine, actually proud of myself, not being a big city girl. This time I did it with a good friend and shop owner, and met up with wonderfully gracious...Read More

I’m back from Texas, another tough but good trip with some excellent finds. Social media has been awesome! I’ve posted much of it on Instagram and Facebook and have already sold some things. You don’t have to join either to see my pictures, if you like something please call or email scarlett@saffronandgenevieve.com. I’ll be posting more...Read More

Hello Friends, Do you have a loved one who is notoriously difficult to buy gifts for? I am one of those and can help. I shop for a living buying anything I do love (and can afford), I prefer one of a kind when I can, and I like to support small and local and made...Read More

Not in the fall. The heat is too much to bear. Also, I can’t justify the costs for as little as I found this trip. Just so you have an idea – in case you’d like to go – the flight, truck rental, accommodations (not swanky), keeping my shop open at home and gas back...Read More

I just got back from beautiful Massachusetts, the Brimfield antique show was pretty amazing. I had no idea what to expect, except for the fact that it is hectic. I had space on a container that is on a train to southern California as I write. Next week I will drive down and pick up my goods....Read More

Hi, I’m back! That, my twelfth trip to the Texas antique fair, was the best one by far for buying. Yes, things were more expensive, there’s no getting around that. The internet, tv shows and social media has told us that our junk is worth more. Junk that I can do cool things with has...Read More

In 13 days I’ll be flying back to Texas for my 12th visit to the antique fair in Warrenton. I have had my purchases come back to California in 5 different ways. This time I decided to make sure I had exhausted every option. I’ve spent at least two hours a day working on it...Read More

1. Free yourself. Unless you are living with your parents or grandparents you are under no obligation to live with their furniture and belongings. As much as I love old things, if they do not work in your home and you do not love them you should not be living with them. Your memories are...Read More

I’ve been so blessed to have the nicest, easiest, wonderful and fun design clients this year. I’m such a control freak and its too late to assemble a team like other designers have so it’s all on me, and that’s how I like it, mostly. I work organically, so the process is working great for...Read More