save the date. junk salvation!

Put a pin in it --> { February 3 & 4 }

Junk Salvation Vintage Market is just around the corner.

If you love shabby and chippy goodness, a little industrial, mix in some french, a touch of burlap - then you can't miss this one. I found some pictures I took of last year's show. You will leave inspired!

Where, When & Admission Coupon

Friday, Feb 3rd :: Admission $15

6-9 pm, Friday night is a breast cancer fundraiser with early bird shopping. 

Saturday, Feb 4th :: Admission $7

10am-4pm
Washington County Fairgrounds - Hillsboro, Oregon

This coupon works for either day, just click and print!

display junkie. portland store fixtures

As you know, I have a bit of a thing for display pieces. I push myself for more "less than conventional" ways to display my items. I get more inquiries as my display evolves - "is your mannequin for sale?". No. But let me tell you where I got it - I have been singing the praises of Portland Store Fixtures this past month as my display has taken shape.

Can I give you a hand with anything?

I think I need to create a variation on my "vintage junkie" bracelet - "DISPLAY JUNKIE". You know who you are.

If you haven't been to Portland Store Fixtures on SE 2nd and Main (think OMSI area), then let me show you what you are missing. Portland Store Fixtures carries new items, anything you need for packaging, in addition to a fantastic selection of used displays. Be prepared to scavenge a bit <-- I think this is the best part - there are 2 warehouses full of stuff, from hangers to large display furniture, organized into categories.


I. want. the. pink. one.



Choices. Choices.



I call him tie man. I suspect he did not come from nordstrom this way.

Last but not least, I walked out with a great vintage (teeny waist) mannequin and 2 stands.

i'm feeling plucky...

Today I happened upon the Plucky Maidens show with a friend. I did not know this show existed until a few days ago - there is another one in November and I will be back! Over 50 vintage vendors! I was diligent to take pictures, only to find that I focused a bit much on displays (I must have been too busy shopping). So despite my slightly repetitive subject matter, I'm sharing a few photos I took with you. {<--You know I know you love display ideas!}

The point at which you know it is going to be good!

This needs to go in the i <3 burlap folder...

I like the way this photo was done.

Bird Trump Tower.

that would be another display.

Today's favorite finds. A French letter from 1866 and a French dictionary page <--with horses on it!

shopping. pottery barn bed & bath

My Pottery Barn (Bed & Bath) catalog came yesterday. I tend to use Pottery Barn for inspiration, rather than for purchase. Here is my someday list.


Ok. right away I have found a mistake in the catalog. How can they not make this headboard in a king size? The shutters peeking through - inspiration! I saw some blue french shutters at the Oswego Antique Fair on Sunday, I could not think of a way to incorporate them into my home, now of course, I know the perfect spot! Accents behind a headboard. Perfection. {PB}

The vintage Victorian ceiling tile mirrors - these will go over my (not iron gate) headboard. I see a few similarities to my room here - the duvet I have is very similar, so are my nightstands. I am always looking for a way to incorporate a touch of french/shabby vintage - my house is a 76 split level. Apparently at that time, there was no use for things like wide baseboards or hardwood floors, the character of the home is not always obvious...  {PB}

I <3 this room. I want chandeliers in my bedroom. And a mantel. Now I want a cottage! {PB}

These lamps aren't quite right for me, but I do like the nightstands and how they've paired the ivory quilt/shams with the printed sheets. I love stacks of books.

Not to forget the bath... I am always looking to find anything that will "help" my bathroom that houses an apple green tub. I have yet to find anything with the particular shade of green. I do think that there are some out there that could readily appreciate the "vintage-y-ness" of apple green, but I'm not feeling it. these towels with their snippet of green, do have potential. {PB}



favs. vivaterra.

I'm feeling like sharing some favs today. My Vivaterra catalog came yesterday, the best excuse to buy myself something, because I really need it...


I've always wanted one of these. This would be so pretty in my daughter's room, but probably as appreciated as a disney princess motif.



Always looking for a stylish + convenient (underline convenient) way to leave message for the family. Made from vintage slate boards from old schoolrooms, it makes me wonder it might have been. The note on mine would read, "Get TP!"



Every girl needs her own toolbox. One where all the tools are always where they should be...



Pretty...



I want to live in a chippy old house, just so I can have this.



I like this purse for the same reason I like working on my big colorful jewelry. It makes minimal effort look fantastic. I mean really, jeans + shirt + this bag = fabulous. Ok. I think this is a good anniversary gift for myself (of course from my husband), don't you?

 

new places. timberline lodge.

I'm excited to say that Christine Marie Studio can now be found at the Wy'East Gift Shop at Timberline Lodge. Thank you, Timberline, for your support of local artists!