Happy 18th, Miss Jr. Bricoleur

I want to introduce to you Shirlie, the eldest of the Jr. Bricoleurs.

It just so happens that she had a B-Day this last week.

Happy 18th Birthday Shirlie!

For some time now, the Jr.s have been bringing some items to the shows to try and make a little money.

This last show, Shirlie had half of a space all to herself!  She does a good job of merchanding her items.

Cute little bistro chairs with Coca-Cola.

I love the green bottles in the white wire basket.

I am glad that she had the room to spread out a little, but I missed her in our space.  I like to put her to work.  :0)  She is a big help, wrapping items for customers, making change, etc.

I will be introducing the others Jr.'s in the next week or so.

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)



A Dream...

Yes, it's a dream.

We have been asked to be a part of The Remnants of The Past Show.

www.remnantsofthepast.com/

Several years ago I heard about this show and saw a few pictures.  I thought wouldn't it be fun to go to this show?  At this time I was not even a dealer.  It looked like a lot of fun and the mountains in the background reminded me of where my husband grew up.  Where is Nipomo anyway?  Well, It is just around the corner from San Luis Obispo.  No wonder the coastal mountains and hills looked familiar.

Earlier this year I had the priviledge of meeting Judy Watkins of Well... La de Da, the talented lady who puts on this show.

This last week we were invited.  Of course we said yes!

We know several of the other vendors and they are top notch.  This show is going to be so much fun. 

When is it you ask?  It is Saturday the 30th of April, open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  It is to be held at the Dana-Powers Property, in Nipomo.

This show was featured in the April 2011 Country Living issue, with Rachel Ashwell, of Shabby Chic, saying it is one of her five favorite flea markets around the world.

Am I excited?  Yes.  Am I ready? No.  I still have a lot of work to do between now and April 30th.  Oh well, that is life.

Be sure to check out Judy's blog, she is introducing the vendors each day.

judywatkins.blogspot.com/

See you there?  Terry(one of the bricoleurs)



The Roseville Spring Antique Market~Hosted by The Tattered House

This Sunday we will be selling at my favorite show.  The Roseville Spring Antique Market. Why is it my favorite?

  It is hosted by these nice ladies. 

Sandy and Erika, owners of the lovely shop,

The Tattered House.

The show is small, with only 50 vendors, but they are some of the best, and it is cozy and family friendly.

If you have never visited the shop, Sunday would be the perfect time, plus you will get the added benefit of seeing all the treasures that the vendors on the steet have.

The show is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and it is FREE!

Look for us

~the vintage bricoleur~

in front of the parking garage.

See you there!

Terry(one of the bricoleurs)



French Table

For some time I have wanted to try to paint a table with a blue/gray/glazed look.  I love the French look, and this table was just the thing to try it on.

~BEFORE~

An O.K. looking table, but all of the details are hidden with that dark paint.

~AFTER~

Here it is finished, after it got a couple coats of different colored paint, some sanding, glaze and a good coat of Deft.

The colors blended to make the perfect French look.

The glaze brought out the details.

It is gone.  It didn't last long at the last show.  It was fun to do and I'm sure that I'll be giving some other pieces the same type of treatment.

It is so fun to give a piece a new life.

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)

The Other Bricoleurs

If you follow this blog, you will notice that I always close by saying

Terry (one of the bricoleurs).  There is a reason for that,  I am one of four.  Plus there are some junior bricoleurs, but that will be a different post.

First I will introduce Melanie.  She is quiet, working behind the scenes.  She is very talented at creating beautiful vignettes (like my mantle, the pic for the blog header).  Her knowledge about antiques and her opinion we value very highly.  Most of the time you will not see her at a show as she usually stays home to take care of three active little boys.

Next is Don.  Don and Melanie have been in the antiquing business for about 15 years.  Don has a talent for finding unusual treasures and is excellent at merchandising their items for sale. 

Danny is next.  He is very handy with his hands and is excellent at fixing any of the items that need some TLC.  His specialty is woodworking.  He drives the big truck and trailer to and from the shows.

I'll be last.  I enjoy looking for treasures and setting up the space to make it look pretty.

It takes lots of hard work from lots of people to make this work.  We as couples have been friends for years and it is fun to be able to work together.

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)

Alameda~ April

The next show is The Alameda Antique Faire.  It will take place this Sunday, April 3rd.

Look for lots of galvanized.

Pillows

Drawer cabinet.

Farm table, vintage luggage, old books.

Silverplate, old brushes.

Jars and baskets.

I love this, the colors are so fun.

More luggage.

Plus lots more.  These photos are just to tease you. 

You can find us on aisle P spaces 7&8.

The Antique Trove

I want to share with you the space that we have in The Antique Trove.  Look for us on aisle G.  Our dealer # is 236.  

Old wood ladder with vintage passport.

Glass domes with string and flower frogs.

Vintage luggage and old gauges.

Medicine cabinet with old photo and vintage cake topper.

Birdcage and ironstone on shabby dresser.

Seashells, glass measures and wood stakes on garden table.

A big double space full of treasures for your shop or home.

Galvanized buckets on primitive bench, cement pots, full of wooden shoe forms.

Petticoat lamps.

Beautiful primitive redwood buffet, with beveled mirrors.

This space changes weekly, sometimes daily.  Check often for new "treasures".

Go here to see more of The Antique Trove. www.antiquetrove.com/ 

Terry (one of the bricoleurs)