Who Lived Here????

Wouldn't you love to know....

What kids played here....

What couple grew old here.....

How the interior was decorated back when....

Who lived here....

Who grew up here.....

Who loved here....

How many times were these trees climbed....

Whose memories does this old house hold...

How many families lived here in the life of this place.....

How could it come to this?????

I am not sure why I am drawn to old beautiful abandoned houses.  My mind races with wonders of the families that lived there.  How proud they must have been when they first moved in, the dinners that were cooked in the kitchen, the hours of play that happened in the yard.  I always wonder how these homes get in such ill repair and end up abandoned.  If I had an ounce of handyman in me, I would surely live in one of these stately places.  Such beautiful old homes that hold so many memories.  All these wonderful pictures came from Pinterest by the way!

Spring at Ruby Grace's....

Wouldn't this cart be a great cup cake display????

I love this yellow, chippy table!

Yes...I have suitcases in all 3 booths!

I even have suitcases hidden under tables....look down AND up!

So much to see!
-Update:  Blue Table Sold-

This would be a perfect Easter dress!

This is the dish patterns that my Mother got at her wedding shower 53 years ago!
-Update:  Plate Rack Sold-

The shabbier the better....

So 50's....

Tea anyone???
-Update:  Pink Tea set on bottom shelf sold-

Fancy Bloomers...

The back of the dress is as pretty as the front!

More of those dishes...

Lots-O-Colors....

PINK!

It appears that we were in the spring mood when we re-vamped the middle booth!  We brought everything we had that was yellow, pink, blue or green.  Usually our booths are very color specific, but we will just call this one "Spring".   We got to talk to so many wonderful folks as we were working on the booth and so many of them shared memories of things we were bringing in.  I love to see folks smile when they see something that brings back a happy memory.  Happy Spring EVERYONE!

Front Booth Re-Vamp!

As my blogger friends know, many of the items in the booths make stops by my house as I try to keep them ALL!  This cabinet came close to staying, but just could not find the right spot...so now, it is in the booth.
-Update:  Glass door cabinet sold-

I love this old mailbox....it would be a wonderful, unique piece to decorate with.

I do have a dish and platter fetish!

This french bed is in such good shape...it is hard to find with all the decorative trim intact.

Getting to be prom season...I am sure this beauty won't last long.

I think old encyclopedias are so wonderful for decorating.

Did I mention the platter/dish fetish?????

This bust is one of my favorite things...I will be VERY sad when she finds a new home!

Of course...gotta have suitcases!

This rack was FULL of pearls...this is all we have left.

Another view of this wonderful dress.

Great Column

The chippy green paint on the dresser....so cool!

Lots-O-Silver (well, silver plate).

I sure wish I had the cabinets that these old doors came off of...they are incredible.

-Update:  Sold-

Thanks for hanging with me through the lack of blogging that has been going on here.  Life has been crazy and the camera has been stuck at home.  I think constantly that I need to update the blog, but find life and sleep getting in the way!  I had a GREAT time at LaurieAnna's and it was wonderful to see many of you there.  I love, love, love this shop and the people in it...and I feel privileged to now work there.  I just thought I would share some pics of the newly freshened front booth at Lone Star.  Many dealers were there while I was decorating...so it would be a good time to visit and see all the new stuff.  I promise to be a better blogger....so keep checking back.

I am Joining LaurieAnna's Team!!!!!!

Okay....many of you know how much I love LaurieAnna and her store in Canton.  I started shopping with Laurie when she was in the yellow house and I immediately fell in love.  We began chatting when I visited her store and found out that we had both worked in banking...AND at the same bank, oh so many years ago.  We began talking about people we know and found we have several friends in common.  The relationship has grown and I consider Laurie and Willy to be very special and very dear friends now.  A few months ago, Laurie graciously asked if I would like to set up in her shop during one of her shows. I nervously loaded up the trailer and headed to Canton.  I had a blast, sold lots of stuff and met so many wonderful people.  When the show was over, I told Laurie that I loved being a part of that energy and to let me know if she ever needed any help.  She quickly asked if I was serious and I (along with my friends Tracy and Michael) were at the next show helping customers and once again, having a blast.  After the show, Laurie asked if I had any interest in working in the shop regularly.  I explained that I had a full time job....but the thought of joining the team for one weekend a month was very intriguing.  We had several conversations and with her business growing leaps and bounds....I have accepted the opportunity to Manage the Shoppe for Laurie!  I am so very excited.  She has put together an incredible shoppe with an incredible team...and I feel blessed to be welcomed into the family.  This will be my first show and want everyone to come out and say hello.  As most of you know, a few times a year Laurie totally guts the shoppe and starts over.  She and Willy have been there all month (along with several helpers) introducing new merchandise for the spring and meticulously giving the entire shoppe an overhaul.  The pictures above are from her blog and this is what Laurie wrote: "Truck after truck, pallet on top of pallet filled with Spring goodies. Lots of pretty floral stems, new bolts of fabrics, scads of new Spring decor, lots of new tabletop, new lighting, tons of fabulous new Linen and Gauze clothing, pretty new bedding, new styles of farmhouse nightgowns and pajamas, new lines of candles, new jewelry, and of course loads of vintage treasures......there is just so much to see.  Come prepared to spend some time!"  I am so very excited to invite you all to LaurieAnna's March 1st - 4th.  We will be ready to help in any way we can.  Wish me luck and I will see you all soon!

Lighting....

Given that I love vintage dresses...well, I guess you can see why I like this picture!

I love this!  So simple....and I have several cool umbrellas.

Another wonderful idea.  I have a dish and bowl obsession and this would be a great way to use them so everyone could see them!

Such great whimsy!

My Mother has tons of these doilies...she could be making some wonderful lighting!

I have some hanging mason jar lights (thank you LaurieAnna)....but some wall sconces would be awesome on either side of my guest room bed!

Speechless....I LOVE THIS CHANDELIER!

I did not realize that when you get new carpet and flooring you start to examine EVERYTHING that looks dated in your house.  Lighting can really change the look or a room quickly (good or bad).  My Mother and Father moved from an older house into a newer one and she has been struggling with her shabby stuff in the newer house.  We have started replacing light fixtures and chandeliers and it has made a world of difference in the look and feel of each room.  The ceiling fans in my upstairs game room were dated and white, so I recently bought some galvanized industrial fans and it really created a look in the room that I love!  I also replaced a can light in my bathroom with a small chandelier and it made a huge impact!  Look at all your lighting and have some fun.  It really will make a BIG difference!  Oh, and these pictures are from Pinterest by the way!