Countdown to Christmas

I hope everyone is enjoying the last minute Christmas rush.  This is the time I enjoy most as it really gets me in the holiday spirit.  So many things to do and get ready, that's the fun.  The shop is buzzing and I have opened two new online shopping venues Threads and AntiqueLuvs.  These sites will sell vintage clothing accessories, and unique one of a kind handcrafted items from various talented artisans.  Please stop by, we are adding items daily.

Most of all, I want to thank all of you who have supported us and believed in me this past year.

My New Year Resolution is to continue to bring to you a unique blend of items past.

Family will be joining me for the holidays and I do look forward to a couple of days relaxing and enjoying the company of friends and family.  I wish you the same.

        Merry Christmas

   and

        Happy New Year 

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Girls Night Out

I had a wonderful evening of shopping at Vaillancourt Folk Art Studio in Sutton.

Their studio is now located in an old mill that has been renovated.  That is enough to make me shop there.  I love it when townsfolk take the care to preserve their history by preserving the early buildings that housed the industries on which the town was built.


The studio specializes in all things Christmas.  Their specialty is making decorations from antique chocolate molds. The hand painted Santas  made from chalk ware poured into early chocolate molds is a sight to see.  Each piece is hand painted,  Some are tiny, about an inch tall, others are large, about two feet is my guestimate. It is a family run business that provides excellent product and great customer satisfaction.  There is a collector's club, glass blown ornaments, and a special section of the store is  a museum devoted to showcasing all the pieces they have made through the years.  

The shopping is leisurely, light refreshments and holiday music. It's a great place to visit, whether you purchase something or not.  

Till next time, stay well, stay happy

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Surprising Christmas Sale

Yes, I know it is not yet October and I am

talking about Christmas.  It doesn't really matter

what the calendar date is, my mind always has room

to think about any holiday.  How to decorate, what theme to give to the party, who might like what gift, paper plates or china for cocktails.  You get the idea.

 

Anyone collect  Santa's.  One type of Santa I never had was the 4 footlight up Santa made of hard plastic.  They were popular in the 1950s.  Oftentimes there was a Mrs. Clause who was featured with grey hair and glasses.  Santa was modeled after the  image of St. Nick by illustrator Haddon Sundblom.

 

Today I found the Santa and I was not even searching.  A great yard sale full of Christmas items happened across my path.   All things come to those who wait.
 

 

Till next time, stay well, stay happy