Summer is flea market season and it extends well into fall. See how to turn your flea market finds into beautiful home decor that makes a visual impact! Photo by Adrienne DeRosa Flea markets always have an ample supply of vintage dishes like colorful Fiesta ware, vintage China, or classic white ironstone (my personal favorite)….
August was a good month for visiting our local monthly flea market. Hubby and I missed the months of June and July so I was in the mood to find some treasures. I already shared my summer mantel lined with the vintage aqua bottles I found. The rest of my August flea market finds found…
Is it too early to talk about Christmas? This year I’m planning a few weeks early because my home is on a virtual holiday tour the first week in December and I want to be well prepared. I have a decorating theme in my head and was on the hunt for vintage Christmas decorations at our…
Flea markets are my favorite shopping haunts but this summer I haven’t been buying too much. Sometimes I’ll find a ton of stuff (too much stuff, really) and other times at the market I’m just not into it. Everything starts to look the same. Does that ever happen to you? Here are this summer’s flea…
Another flea market weekend has come and gone at the Kane County Flea Market in Illinois. The market is held the first weekend of each month from March through December and it’s a big flea market! The doors open at noon but they’ll let you in early, which is a wise thing to do because…
Our local Kane County Flea Market is touted by USA Today as one of the 10 top places to shop for antiques, and I have to agree. It’s a pretty big flea market and it’s always a highlight for me each month. As with any shopping spree, some outings are more productive than others. Â In…
Our local Kane County Flea Market is held the first weekend of every month March through December and I rarely miss it. This month was no exception and I found a few treasures. I’m always on the hunt for white ironstone and vintage mirrors and usually come home with something. So what did I find…
Last month I shared my finds from the Kane County Flea Market, which is held the first weekend of every month. I decided I would continue to share my treasures each month from the flea market revealing what I paid for each item. I always try to find a bargain but I’m sure there will…
This week finds a bit of chaos in our home because we’ve got too many projects going on. Nothing major, but changes to the kitchen, dining room, living room, and bathroom. And right now I kind of want to put everything on pause to enjoy the beautiful fall season. Since I work full-time, I treasure…
Everyone loves a beautiful, well-designed kitchen, but not everyone can afford their ideal kitchen. Even so, there are ways to give your kitchen an economical boost with thrifted finds. Check out today’s collection of pretty kitchens that make great use of second-hand treasures. First up is a bright and cheery kitchen that incorporates a colorful…
Awhile back I featured kitchens that used the color turquoise, and one of those kitchens belongs to the flea market cottage you’re going to see today. So step on in and be prepared for lots of bright colors and vintage finds! Photo by Mary Ann Shaklan  The cottage is typical flea market style with…
Welcome, June! I already find myself wanting time to slow down so I can enjoy every second of summer. I seriously need to take my camera outside to take photos of all the gardens hubby and I have been working on. I can’t remember our yard ever looking as good as it does right now,…
Hello friends, and Happy Friday! This week has been a productive one. I found my bed, mattress, nightstand, and a reading chair for my bedroom. I’ve never really liked the bedroom until now and I can’t wait to show it to you next Saturday! I hope you’ll like it. In the meantime, I found some…
Who’s itching to get out in the garden and start planting flowers? I know I am, and I bet you are, too! Do you feel like your soul starts singing this time of year as the earth comes back to life? Maybe not, if you live in Florida or somewhere south. But for us northerners…
Flea market style has been popular for many years now and it’s easy to see why. First off, you’re likely to pay less for home decor when you shop the flea market. Secondly, items are a little worn yet well-loved, which means they have character. Most definitely, your favorite flea market find has a story….
The other day I saw a canvas bag that said “Farm Market” on it and I thought … why not create a similar bag for my monthly trips to our local flea market? The vendors always put your items into plastic grocery bags and I’m always afraid they’re going to rip while shopping. A canvas bag…
