LIFE AT THE COTTAGE

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Hot Fun in the Summertime - Part 1


OK, so it has only been spring "officially" for a few weeks now.  But, had you been with me at the antiques and collectibles show this past week, you would have agreed it felt more like the middle of summer!
Can you say HOT?!


The Yankee and I chose to be outside for this show.  After all, nice weather–following a cold, snowy winter–motivates people to leave their nests to soak up the sun. 

And, what better way to spend the
day(s) than taking in all the lovely sights in a fun place like this?


Vintage linens just happen to be some of my favorite things to collect.  So, naturally, I had to peruse the gorgeous assortment in Zena's booth.



Guess which precious little pixie I thought of when I spied this lovely pink pretty among Zena's linens?


And, as if all those incredible linens weren't temptation enough...


Debbie's booth...


filled with...


all that beautiful...


ironstone and transferware...


was almost more than I could bear.  I found myself calculating how many pieces more I needed to sell, before I could shop at her booth.  ; )


She also had a wonderful assortment of Florentine trays...


as well as, numerous other lovelies that desperately wanted to come home with me.


There were gorgeous vintage gowns all over the place.  

Should I ever have the pleasure of attending the Silver Bella–one of the other things on my want-to-do list–I would love to don a gown like one of these beauties.


By the way, the colors of those gowns, just happen to be the "hot" colors for the season.  I saw those two colors–in varying hues–everywhere and on virtually everything...


from clothing, to upholstery, to furniture and accessories.


And, I would have to say that Rory and Lee Ann's booth took the prize for that particular color combination.



This heart-shaped chair–part of their display–was just the sweetest thing.


But, by far–to me–these luxurious fur pillows were the most delightful items in their booth.  Can you just imagine diving into a bed filled with these?

Be sure to visit Rory and Lee Ann at The Greentiques Solution and The French Maid's Place.  And, tell them you came by way of Liz at the Brambleberry Cottage.

Want to see more treasures from the show?  Then, come back tomorrow for round two.  I'm dying to tease you some more with all the luscious eye candy I found.

These are perfect vintage thingies to show off for


28 comments:

  1. But what did you get, Liz? I am loving all the linens and transferware; that white vintage gown is gorgeous.

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  2. Why do you keep doing this to me...My chin is on the floor and I'm ready to max out Phil's credit cards....MY OH MY!

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  3. Oh, wow! This IS a lot of eye candy, Liz. I love the linens and the dishes. I would break the bank before I got any further!! And I do like that aqua color and have been seeing it everywhere!

    Can't wait for more!

    xoxo
    Jane

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  4. Liz! Thank you so much for your wonderful post featuring our booth in Charlotte. Lee Ann and I loved meeting you. Maybe next time you and Lee Ann can find time to have some lunch together, and do a little shopping. We also do the Scott's show in Atlanta once in a while. Stay in touch.
    Rory
    http://thegreentiquessolution.blogspot.com/

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  5. Thanks for the fantastic tour! Almost as good as being there and definitely easier on the pocketbook!

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  6. Just the pictures are beautiful, I am so wishing I was closer!!

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  7. I have never seen so many lovely things in one location. What a great place to visit. I enjoyed my visit through your lens.

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  8. WOW - What a great bunch of vintage goodness! I LOVE the heart shaped chair and the mirrors.

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  9. It looks like it was a good show.

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  10. Such gorgeous vintage stuff! I loved the beautiful linens!
    Jane

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  11. How fun would this have been! What an amazing assortment of goodies!! Have a great VTT!

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  12. I wish I didn't live so far away...what a wonderful way to spend the day looking at all these lovely things! I'll be back tomorrow for sure! Take care. Maura

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  13. Wowzers....what wonderful vintage finds! Happy Vintage Thursday!
    xojanis

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  14. WOW, what a great display of lovely vintage goodies.

    Jocelyn
    http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/

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  15. Wow! Heavenly! Wish I was there.

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  16. Was this the Metrolina Antique Show? I salivate every month because it seems like when the first of the month comes around, my wallet goes the other way! I love to just walk and look also. Now that I am blogging, I will take my camera. The dishes and glassware always catch my eye.

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  17. That was amazing! I would've loved to be there! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  18. Wowza!! I really enjoyed looking at all of these lovelies!! We do not have a lot of places like this where I live so I really appreciate you sharing this with us!!
    Debbie

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  19. I think I would have loaded up with the brown transferware if my pocketbook could have stood it. Looks like a fantastic place to go.

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  20. OH MY! Treasures beyond compare! That sectioned mirror is what I've been looking for!! Ok Ok I need to clean the drool off my keyboard....
    *hugs*deb

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  21. Hi Liz, oh goodness, how delightful. I am just drooling!!!!!! Such pretty things.

    It is warm here, too.

    Barb ♥

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  22. How wonderful your photos are. I love it all having been an antique dealer in the past. I can never get enough of vintage anything. This was a great show of lovely things. I am ready for more.
    Hugs, Jeanne

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  23. Great photos! You are such a tease with PART TWO! :)

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  24. I just became a follower...I don't want to miss round two!!! :)
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  25. What amazing treasures that you found. I would be like a kid in a candy store, I wouldn't ever want to leave.

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  26. Hi Liz, thanks so much for stopping by and letting me know about your beautiful blog, now I can add you to my list of places I will want to come back and visit. You've posted pics of so many pretty things and several things I'd really like to have. Have a great week, Theresa

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  27. Hi! Love your blog & love going out to Metrolina. All the goodies you shared make want to be sure I get there next month :-)

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  28. Oh Gosh, everything looks soo beautiful!!

    Blessings,
    ~Lynn

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