Knotted Rug Workshop

On March 15, 2012 we will hold a

 Knotted Rug Workshop. 

 This class has just two seats left. 

 The interest in this class has been amazing!

So I'll share a few pics....

These rugs are fun to have around the house to add a little warmth and color.

They can be made in any color.

I love the texture.

A close-up.

And there you have it!

Interested? 

Call (916)261-9079

   or email terry@thevintagebricoleur.com

Thursday, March 15, 2012

@The Vintage Bricoleur

3750 Taylor Road

Loomis, Ca 95650

Inside the High Hand fruit sheds.

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)

Some Favorite pics from TVB

As I go around the store and take pics for this blog, sometimes I have favorites.  This last time I ended up with quite a few.  So you tell me what you think.  Are they some of your favorites too?

A pretty pink bird.

Wooden heart with black sand and vintage compact.

Old glove holder with vintage photos.

Pretty cameo necklace hanging on old books.

I love white starfish. 

They are so fun to decorate with.

Don't they look great in this little wire birdcage?

This shabby table makes a great desk.

Here is a big urn filled with lace and rope.

(Most of these items happen to be Sandy's from The Olive and Rose.

These items may not last long.  Things around here change weekly, sometimes daily. 

 As more things come into the store though, it will give me a chance to try and get some more favorite pics.

Come on over to see more

@The Vintage Bricoleur

3750 Taylor Road

Loomis, Ca 95650

Inside the High Hand fruit sheds.

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)

Tour Again @TVB

I know some of you faithfully follow to see what things are new at

 The Vintage Bricoleur. 

So here is another post about new items and vignettes in the store.

This fun industrial cart is great!

Lots of pretty down-filled pillows to choose from.

Some fun items are on this shelf.  I love birds!

A pretty etagere holds lace and vintage law books from the early 1900's.

Cow bells!

I love these jars!

  There is something about things with numbers on them.

How cute!  An Alice in Wonderland journal.

Another Randon Bits necklace.

More pics to come in the next post.  Come by to say Hello.

While you see what we have, stop in at the other shops too!

The Vintage Bricoleur

3750 Taylor Road

Loomis, Ca 95650

Inside the High Hand fruit sheds.

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)



Jewelry Workshop Report

Last Thursday evening we held our Jewelry Workshop.

The class was full and it was very inspiring to see all the beautiful creations.

So you start out with this.

A few tools are required.

Start laying out what you think would look pretty.

And then put it together.

Each one was different.

Vintage buttons being put to good use.

Shell buttons look nice on this one.

This artist chose darker colors.

This necklace is a nice mix of dark and light.

Silver was the main theme here.

Look at the cute heart button pendant.

It was a relaxing way to spend the evening.

The feedback from this class was very positive.

Our next Workshop will be for

Vintage Valentines. 

(a few seats left)

February 2, 2012

Thursday 6 PM

 Some of these classes are being taught by our own talented Miss Worm.  The others will be taught by myself and Melanie of Zelder Antiques.

Music Wreath Worshop Feb.16, 2012 ~ $30.00

(materials included)

Blog Forum Workshop March 1, 2012 ~ $25.00

(Special Guest Coming)

Hand Knotted Rug Workshop March 15, 2012 ~ $25.00

(Bring your own Fabric)

The end of March and through April we will repeat some of the Workshops due to limited seating.

In the month of May, look for two special events for Mothers and Daughters.

So there you have it.  A report on one class and some info for some others.

To contact me call (916) 261-9079

 or email terry@thevintagebricoleur.com.

The Vintage Bricoleur

3750 Taylor Road

Loomis, Ca 95650

Inside the High Hand fruit sheds.

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)



Cement @ TVB

We have some lovely cement pieces here at

The Vintage Bricoleur.

Can you see all the pretty detail?

This has been styled so beautifully.

Look at this handsome rooster.

And then there is the baby piglet asleep on his side.

Here is a frog painted a pretty shade of green.

A racoon would be fun to have in the garden............

I think I have shared this pig with you before. 

 He is still smiling inspite of a broken ear.  What a charmer!

Here is another frog a little bored with life. 

 Maybe he needs a new home.........

This little bird bath is so sweet!

Here is a larger bird bath all draped with moss.

To see these pieces in person find us at

3750 Taylor Road

 Loomis, Ca 95650

Inside the High Hand fruit sheds.

Tuesday - Saturday 10-5

Sunday 10-4

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)

Vintage Sheet Music Wreath Workshop

The sheet music wreath has been very popular.  We have decided to offer a Workshop on how to create your own.

This Workshop will take place at our store

The Vintage Bricloeur

 on February 16, 2012 at 6 PM.

The cost for this class is $25.00

plus $5.00 for supply kit.

I love these hanging over mirrors.

To reserve a space for the class

email me

terry@thevintagebricoleur.com

or call

(916) 261-9079.

Sign up a friend too!

Snacks provided.

The Vintage Bricoleur

3750 Taylor Road

Loomis, Ca 95650

Inside the High Hand friut sheds.

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)

Valentine Workshop

On February 2, 2012 at 6 PM we will be having a

Vintage Valentine Workshop

 at our store

The Vintage Bricoleur.

Our Workshops are becoming quite popular and are filling up fast.

The cost for the class is $25.00

plus a $5.00 Kit.

You will be provided with all the materials to make some beautiful Valentines using a variety of Vintage goods.  Come spend a relaxing evening with a friend or two creating, visiting and snacking on some delicious snacks.

To sign up please email me

terry@thevintagebricoleur

or call

(916) 261-9079.

The Vintage Bricoleur

3750 Taylor Road

Loomis, Ca 95650

Inside the High Hand fruit sheds.

Tuesday - Saturday 10 -5

Sunday 10 - 4

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)

New Year, New Look

We spent a good portion of the New Year day and the next, at the shop making room for a new dealer, taking down old December decorations and bringing in a lot of new items to make the shop look new again for you our customers.

Of course it would be best if you could come in person to see everything, but some of you have not been able to yet. 

(Thanks to those of you faithful ones who have already been back once, twice and sometimes three times.)

These few pics are a peek of Sandy's new space.  Read about her new beginning A Fresh Page here. 

We are so happy to have her!

I love how the chandelier is reflected in the mirror.

New displays in Amanda's corner.

Lots of black and gold and cream.

This cute little painter's box has already found a new home.

Don't forget that we carry these awesome

Linneas Lights

candles in our store.

This little cheese box is one of my favorites.

This little wind chime catches the light and sounds pretty when it chimes.

This beautiful piece was created using a tomato spoon!

These Lace Handbags are handy for many things. 

 I use one just about every day to bring lunch to the store.

So, this is a little tour of our store again.  It changes often.  Every week new items are brought in.  If you haven't made it over, we would love to have you.

The Vintage Bricoleur

3750 Taylor Road

Loomis, Ca 95650

Inside the High Hand fruit sheds.

Don't forget to sign up for one of our workshops!

Jan. 19, 2012       Vintage Jewelry Workshop          6:00PM                 $25.00 + $5.00 Kit

Feb. 2, 2012        Vintage Valentine Workshop      6:00 PM                $25.00 + $5.00 Kit

Feb. 16, 2012      Music Wreath Workshop              6:00 PM                $25.00 + $5.00 Kit

Mar. 1, 2012       Blog Forum Workshop                   6:00 PM                $25.00  

Mar. 15, 2012     Hand Knotted Rug Workshop     6:00 PM                $25.00 Bring your own fabric.

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)