I just got back from Texas. I was not going to go, but some friends I met there last year were calling, I got nostalgic, and most importantly, Susan (you are wonderful) had an opening at the Hillcrest Inn last minute. I was so amazed to see all of the people we met last year, it...Read More

I did not want to show you, since you will be sad, but how cute is this little girl? She was snatched up first thing Tuesday morning. BUT, I did pick up some ex-votos in Long Beach that are amazing. They are from Mexico, and each one is a thank you prayer to a saint...Read More

Did I already say that Tuesdays are a good day to come in for new things? Especially the first Tuesday of the month, after Alameda antique fair. I do still have a couple of great finds: some wicker and iron nesting tables, a very beachy white iron and glass coffee table, and a beautiful round...Read More

I has such a great day of hunting the other day. Everyone was in a wonderful mood and so friendly. Oh, that we could always see such spirit through the year. An interesting phenomenon happens out there in the antique world. Every time I go out there is one item I will see EVERYWHERE. For...Read More

October 9th.Back to the grindstone. The store has survived quite well without me. I must thank Tobin, Ann, Kate, and Cayce for filling in while I was gone. You all are amazing! Here are a couple of gorgeous antiques I found since I got back. I would love to keep them myself, but mama needs...Read More

Day 4 Round Top, Texas Antique Market (day 2 buying) I’ts so very hard for me to remember the days here. It’s SO hot. I can’t see much because I am “glowing” like crazy. Glow is pouring like rain into my eyes. We stumble around in and out of shaded booths, panting. I do find...Read More

I thought you would also want to see some of the amazing booths people create there. It is for 2 weeks, so they get there early and go all out. One of the best things about this fair (we’ll call it Warrenton, since it’s technically different than Round Top) is twilight shopping. The different sections...Read More

I’m sorry, did you want to see what I bought that day? A very cute green and black enamel steel table with a light. We think maybe and old manicure table? Anyway, very cute and useable, and looks great in my Halloweeney front window now. Some vintage glass beakers (great for vase), more doll heads,...Read More

Still day 3… Did I mention how HOT it is? 100 degrees, and humid, like stepping out into a bathtub at 8am every morning. We set out to look for great things to buy. Amazing how everyone takes a check without asking for id. We found a wonderful space with the nicest dealers. I spent...Read More