'Muckin' and junkin''

I'm ripping that headline off my story in the newspaper the other day about the growing popularity of secondhand furniture (you know, because everyone is broke now). "Muckin' and junkin'" is what one source (Roxanne Grimm of Calamity Jane's Vintage Furniture) calls her adventures seeking out secondhand treasures at thrift shops, garage sales and on the sides of roads.

And that's just the sort of adventure my mom and I had this weekend. She and my dad visited for a few days and she was nice enough to let me drag her to various craft and vintage fairs being held around town. I even squeezed in a quick trip to Value Village, where I bought eight or so of the cutest vintage sewing patterns--each costing between 69 cents and $1. You'll be seeing those come to life in the coming weeks, I'm sure.

Anyhow, here are some shots from our treasure hunting. Sorry--not the best photographic quality today. I had Magpie in the backpack and she ain't no 5 pound 4 ouncer anymore.

These first pictures are from the Two Women Barn Bazaar, held just south of Spokane yesterday. What a lovely setting! Barns. Hay. Some fiddle players. And lots of great finds.

From Enchanted Farms, a vendor out of Freeman, Wash. (Geri Pearson, 509-291-5702):

Enchanted Farms again:

Bauer bowls:

Yet another charming take on birthday bunting. This is Enchanted Farms again. My tutorial for a triangle banner is here.

My mom bought Bo the sweet little piano below. It plays the softest, most un-irritating toy piano sound you can imagine.

Does anyone remember the issue of "Martha Stewart Baby" where she used these little planters to hold q-tips and cotton balls? I think she even turned one into a lamp. 

Enchanted Farms:

Another charming toy piano:

This photo is pretty washed out, but trust me. These mid-century plates were way cool:

From the Two Women Barn Bazaar, we head to the new Second Saturday local sustainability fair hosted by Fresh Abundance in Spokane. It was the first of what will be a monthly event. The vendors there on Saturday were top notch, and I'm sure the fair will only grow bigger every month. I'm kicking myself for not buying a beautiful gray and red knitted hat from one gal.

Klay was there selling her charming creations. Here she is talking to my mom.

Then we headed up to a new baby/kid store in the Garland District called Mockingbird. Mama mia. So stinkin' cute. Everything. Including the sign out front.

wooden bird mobile:

Clothing from a company called Hopscotch:

And what with it being a small world and all, bunny softies by Klay.

Comments

[klay]

If only I could have been in two places at once that barn sale sounds and looks so great - are there plans for another? Than you for visiting me at my table. I did have a great time and even made a little money - what a great event for local crafters! Also, thank you for taking such a great shot of the bunnies at Mockingbird (pretty school store eh?) I hope you don't mind if I lift that one for my blog :)
Looks like an amazing day. I picked up some great 50's dishes at goodwill today, just what I need a new collection..ha!

[klay]

hahahah! I meant to say "pretty cool store"

[Megan]

Hey, close enough. School is cool, too.
Stay cool, kids. I mean stay in school, kids.
Now I'm confused.

And of course! Use the photo all you want. It's so cute how they have the bunnies greeting folks at the door.

The Barn Bazaar's web site doesn't say anything specifically about a future show, but it had a "summer show" and this weekend was the "fall show" so maybe they'll be a "winter" and "spring" show to look forward to? I'm not sure.

[Fielding]

I know this comment is a little late, but yes, we will be having another show next June 27th & 28th, and a fall show on September 12th & 13th. Thanks for posting the lovely photos on your blog. We are so glad you came to the show, and had a nice time. Your blog has some great crafts and information. Lots of fun to read. Hope to see you at the next show!

[Megan]

Never too late, Fielding! Thanks for stopping by. I wanted to get to your winter show, but it didn't happen. I'll definitely keep my eyes peeled for future shows. My mom and I had a great time and found many treasures in September. Thanks for your kind comments about the blog. Take care!

[celeste shaw]

i have been a fan of all these remarkable women. "two women" and their taste for finding and selling the greatest treasures never dissapoints. when it comes to vision for retail amazement-laura kelly of lolo and mockingbird never ceases to amaze me. great coverage megan thanks for sharing this! celeste

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[Cialis Online]

Whata nice bazaar. Near to my house there is one, but I haven't go due to the fact I thought it was a messy place, but now I can see it could be as organized as yours.