You know the old saying about walking
and chewing gum at the same time?
Last Friday I realized I can't attend an amazing boutique with tons of eye candy and expect to focus on taking pictures, even as my camera is weighing heavy around my neck. I would come out of my shopping trance just long enough to snap some pictures, before my eyes would glaze over again.
So here are just a few shots I managed to snap while at the incredible Vintage Market Place in Fallbrook, CA.
I was welcomed with a warm Sicilian hug by one
of the show's hostess, the lovely and talented
Ms Rita Reade of Mammabellart.blogspot.com.
Since I was so anxious to get in and start shopping,
I waited to take these shots on the way out.
These are Rita's amazing soldered pieces!
The Santa Ana Winds had been uprooting trees on
Thursday and yet Friday morning was calm, sunny,
and the most amazing weather ever!
Thank You Jesus!!!
Rita's birdhouses.
What incredible woodworking skills she has!
These are some of Rita's creations, I believe they are from the many wonderful classes she holds in her studio.
Can you imagine the amount of time devoted to setting up these booths to look this great?
Look at those windows...and the sign....sigh!
And when you walk in their doors...bigger sigh!
Sara and Abbey can even make and old lunchpail
and thermos look like they belong on a tree. lol
It looks like they've been busy creating snowmen.
I know there are some snowmen lovers viewing this
and squealing with delight. Am I right ladies?
One more pic of their works of art!
Pleas visit their blog, their pictures are to die for.
Look at these stunning panels she created.
(so glad I got to meet you Missy!!!)
Missy had this large "Cashier" frame displayed
in front of her table, it was created by Sheila of
Tattered Goods who was unable to make the show.
(Hope you're feeling better Sheila, sorry I missed you!)
top and bottom shots are of altered art made
by Sue Smith of The Fox and Hare
Here are some pictures of her incredible space.
The next few shots are from the
That snakeskin cuff almost came home with me.
"focus Irma, remember the spirit of giving".
"quiet, it would go perfect with my outfit"
I hate being schizophrenic, but at least
I have each other. lol
Is anybody else giggling at the placement of those ornaments
in this picture? No? Just me? Ok, let's move on then.
Anyway, I just wanted a picture of the blue pail with
the incredible patina.
Bling, bling, bling!!!
So pretty in pink.
top and bottom shots of altered art
by Carla of Spirit Trail Studio
These last three shots are just a glimpse
of the wonderful vignettes created by
Denise and Ashley of White Horse Relics
Do you see the incredible birdhouse stand
in the background on the top picture?
Here's a close-up shot
Well, I hope you've enjoyed the tour (even though I failed to get shots of all the booths). I should have taken one of my little magic "focus" pills (I really do have some, and no they're not illegal, lol)
I'll try to do better next time.
I'll be posting again soon but in case I miss you, have a very blessed...
Remember the true Reason for the Season and.....
Blessings,
I'll be joining the following blogs
throughout the week.
