Monthly Archives: August 2011

Labour Day Adventures

20 August 2011
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Leaving next week on a hunting expidition for new treasures and finds. I enjoy the trips to the New England States.  I find so many barn sales down that way. Lots of antique shops and flea markets. So many choices. On route we never have to drive very far before we hit another interesting spot to check out. It is nice to have a break from the every day grind. I am my happiest when I am out looking for pretty new items for the store.  For the past few nights I have been pouring over magazines looking for new ideas and checking out vintage decorating trends. I enjoy looking over the pictures many times, so I don’t forget! This is my week off from the store so I am out and about looking for china and glass and anything else that peaks my interest. If I like it I buy it! I do have some painting to get done. I have a few little furniture pieces I am working on. I want to make sure the store is full before I head out. Oh! I am going on a sister outing at the end of the week. The yearly Antique Show is on in Lakefield this Fri. Sat. and Sunday. We do lunch before we hit the fairgrounds at 2 P.M. I always make a few nifty finds at this show. I will update on my trip when I get back home! I hope everyone has a great Labour Day Weekend!

Mid-Summer Moonlight Madness!

7 August 2011
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We are gearing up for another special event in downtown Bowmanville.
Moonlight Madness is being held Friday Aug. 12th. The streets will be shut down after 5 P.M. and the fun begins. Lots of treats and surprises as usual. We hope for a very busy night. These events bring out the crowds, so do take the time to check out the festivities. Lots of food and street vendors.
On another note, I am getting ready to head to Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire. I find the nicesest things for the store when travelling the New England States. I am so looking forward to the week away. Hoping for a few lobster meals as well. We will end up at the Brimfield Antique Show. I am doing my happy dance that I am able to attend that show again this year. Never in my life have I seen anything like this show. Field after field of everything from fine furniture to fishing lines and more. I am in awe.  I walk for miles taking in all the wonderful treasures. Hopefully I can post a few pictures when I get back.
Just to let people know I am getting in some really nice old barn boards over the next week or so. If you are looking for the boards at reasonable prices, visit Under the Toadstool.