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Vintage Finds: Hometalk Round Top Blogger Meet-up

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Julie

I’m still recovering from my busy weekend in Round Top, Texas.

And, let me tell you, I’ve found a new love. There are all kinds of vintage and re-purposed things to discover!

(Forgive the grainy iPhone pictures!)

There were so many cool things at the Antiques Fair that, to tell you the truth, I was a little overwhelmed!

Of course, my phone died shortly after I got there so I didn’t take a lot of shopping pictures, but just envision tent after tent after tent filled with junk, antiques, olive buckets (for $35!), baskets, re-purposed cool stuff — you name it. It was a home blogger’s paradise.

Except for the unrelenting heat.

That wasn’t so great.

Even so, we trudged on in search of fabulous finds and it was worth every drop of sweat.

Here’s a peak a sneak peek of two finds that made me happy:

I scored two vintage table cloths for $5 each!

And, this tattered wedding ring quilt circa 1940 for $20.

Here’s a sneak peek at how I used the quilts shortly after I brought it home:

I have always wanted an old quilt to throw over a table for a tablescape!

I found even more fun finds that I will be sharing with you soon.

My weekend was all a part of the Hometalk Round Top Blogger Meetup that Randi from Dukes & Duchesses and I co-hosted.

Don’t you love the cute bags Hometalk gave us? (Mine got a little dirty sitting in my shopping cart.)

We had a small, but enthusiastic group of bloggers (as well as a few friends and kids) join Randi and me on our shopping adventure (Denise from Denise Designed and Lisa from The Pennington Point). We didn’t manage to connect with a few others who were scheduled to join us, so I hope they made it to the fair and enjoyed all the great shopping anyway. (I’m so disappointed I didn’t get to meet them! Next time ladies, next time!)

We will all be posting about our finds and how we re-purpose or “flip” them into something fantastic for our homes, so stay tuned!

I hope you all had a fantastic weekend!

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Rachel Ashwell’s Couture Prairie {And an Invitation}

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Julie

I love what I call, “coffee table” books.

I have a stack of them on my coffee table and tucked away in other places of my home so I can browse through their beautiful pictures whenever I’m in the mood for a little inspiration and eye candy.

There’s a new book that is being released that I’m very anxious to get my hands on.

Rachel Ashwell, the founder of Shabby Chic, has written a book called, “Couture Prairie and Flea Market Treasures.”

In it she’s sharing pictures in and around Round Top, Texas and even her “little” bed and breakfast, The Prairie.

I say “little” because it’s actually a compound of individual buildings each styled and beautifully decorated by Rachel herself.

I love seeing her comfortable, feminine style mixed with the rustic Texas style.

After all, isn’t that what my blog is about? Mixing my more feminine style, with my husband’s rugged Western tastes? Finally, a book aimed right at me!

Here’s what the press release about her new book says:

Here Rachel’s inspired finds, her creative imagination, eye for detail and her commitment to beauty, comfort and function have finally come together in one location: The Prairie by Rachel Ashwell – an irresistible destination. This book takes Rachel in a new direction, bringing her eye for cherished patinas and pastel prettiness into the endless landscapes and diverse architectural styles of Texas. Here you will see how her style adapts to corrugated metal sheeting and weathered timbers and how it brings new life to elegant period mansions. Chapter by chapter, the book leads you through Rachel’s little houses on the prairie, from the Ranger’s Lounge where hearty breakfasts are served, to the Pearl Barn, scene of wedding parties and celebrations, stopping off at the evocatively named guest accommodation: Blue Bonnet Barn, Cornflower Cottage, Meadow Manor, Faith Cottage and Liliput Lodge.

Doesn’t it sound inviting?

Speaking of…I received this invitation this week and now I get to share it with you!

Unfortunately, I won’t be able to make this date with the lovely Rachel and get to meet her in person.
But, if you’re free on October 1 and can get yourself over to Round Top at Rachel’s place, please go and then tell me all about it!

You can bet that I will be ordering her new book and getting inspired by all of the beautiful pictures.

On another note…don’t forget, I will be in Round Top (with Randi from Dukes & Duchesses) on October 5, for our Hometalk Round Top blogger event.

If you would like to go and meet us there, please RSVP below.

We’ll be shopping the Round Top Antiques Fair and maybe we’ll even drive by Rachel’s place – can’t wait!

By the way, Rachel Ashwell’s book is published by CICO books and is available at Amazon.

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Hometalk Round Top Blogger Event

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Julie

If you’re a blogger and you live in Texas (or you just want to drive here) I’ve got a really great “Blogger’s Day Out” event to share with you.

I am teaming up with Hometalk and Randi from Dukes & Duchesses at the Round Top Antiques Fair on October 5, 2013 for the Hometalk Round Top Blogger Event.

Randi and I will be road tripping to Round Top and we are inviting you to meet us there!

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It will be a day full of shopping, socializing and fun! We will also have a little challenge to find something fabulous that we want to “flip” — sort of like Flea Market Flip.

If you’re a blogger and you’re interested in being a part of the Round Top Antiques Fair blogger event on October 5, you will need to RSVP to reserve your spot.

The blogger event is free but you will be responsible for your own transportation, lodging, meals, etc. Cost to get in to the Antiques Fair is $10.

It’s going to be a lot of fun so I hope to see you there. Oh, and you can bring a non-blogging friend, too if you want. Can’t wait to see you on October 5!

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