Cold toes, warm heart

What an event! Miss Frenchie's was once again, a beautiful place to be!  The barn was magically transformed into a winter wonderland of treasures. 

 

Sadly, our friend, Elizabeth wasn't able to set up for the sale, but she did drive in from St. Louis to visit and shop.  Her over the top, brilliant displays were missed, but we were glad to see her.  Willow's Nest stepped in to fill the barn annex where Elizabeth was before, and I have to tell you, they were amazing. My chair was situated so that I had a view of their wares and GORGEOUS set up the whole weekend, and it was all I could do to stay in my own booth. I felt drawn back to their space to wander around and drool on things.

I certainly hope that for our next Miss Frenchie's event, we get both Elizabeth and Willow's Nest! Wouldn't that be something magnificent???

Why, oh why, did I not buy one of Linda's sweet vintage coin purses with a millinery rose tucked in, so I could hang it on my own tree?? She only had a few of them and they were really reasonable ($10).  I'd be kicking myself if my feet weren't still so cold. I'm afraid a toe would snap off if I tried to kick anything.

Once my feet get cold, they just don't warm up, no matter what I do.  I slipped my gloves onto them, and borrowed a rug from the entry way to keep off the cold cement, but did not dip them into my hot coffee like I really wanted to. 

Debbie, of Curious Sofa, was serving delicious soup that warmed me up from the inside out, that helped.  And we were so busy, that most of the time I forgot how cold my toes were.

 

Carol, of Raised in Cotton,  was my near neighbor and her spot was a joy to the eyes too. Plus, she is always ready for a laugh or a story. Its always fun to be near Carol.

Near us was Angela, of Angel Court, who brought sparkly beauties that matched her outgoing, and sparkling personality.

Linda, of Willow's Nest, is an astounding individual with a sense of style like no one else.  Even when dressed like a Snow Queen, she has a warm personality that draws you near. And a wealth of information about antique shows!

I really enjoyed being her neighbor for the day and seeing her creations. She was a Silver Bella vendor too, but I didn't get a chance to talk to her then, so was really glad to be set up near her for this show.

Another new friend from this show, was Joyce.  I've bought things from her at my favorite antique mall in the world, Rusty Chandelier, but had never met her before. 

And yes, she sold me the curtains!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I've already hung them up, it was the first thing I did when I got home last night. I still had my coat on, and was climbing up on a chair to play with the fabulous, old, French netting before I even said hello to Twinkle. I'll have photos of my new kitchen look soon.

Beth was my next door neighbor on the other side, but the way our booths were set up, we really didn't get much of a chance to hang out.  We'll have to schedule a craft day for some catch up time.

Her booth was a hit, she not only makes cool stuff, she searches out and finds the coolest, old things imaginable by attending every single auction and estate sale that she can find in the greater Kansas City area. Then she marks it up about 2 or 3 cents over what she paid for it and people swarm in to buy it! 

(she's a brilliant accountant, so I'm sure she is making a profit somehow, but man, her prices are so good, it doesn't seem like she could be!)

 

Here is another view I had from my spot. Barbara Farmer's rich colored, sequin fruit was a splash of vibrancy that kept drawing my eye all day.

And what on Earth is wrong with me, that I didn't snap up one of Lesa Daily's birds???????

She  makes the most magical creations.  As soon as my feet warm up, I'll need to give myself a kick for missing those too.

Here is a bit of French by Design's goodies brought back from their European sprees.  I don't think I can show you my booth today, after all these exquisite treasures.

  Mine are all from rural Kansas garage sales, not world class antiques....

Have I mentioned how LUCKY I am to be a part of such a great show? Its not just the event itself (which is quite wonderful, beautiful, and lucrative!!), its the atmosphere of being around such talented and giving women that make the weekend so special for me. 

No matter how cold my toes are.

Comments

[Suz Reaney]

That looks like a fantastic event. One of these days, it is time for a visit to see my brothers and I will have to plan it around something as special as Miss Frenchies.

My sil and I used to go estate saleing in KC and, my gosh, you have some great sales. We do, too, but there are different kinds of things than I see in Minneapolis. It is, without a doubt, my favorite actiivity...next to making things!

Your booth (and Beth's) look great and I agree with you on Beth's prices...though yours ere also really good.

[Lori]

that all looks good enough to eat Karla...i LOVE the baby doll in the first photo, she looks very much like one that i have and adore...the change purse is super cute too...i definitely would have snatched up one of those!!! Beth's booth is gorgeous!!!

[Laurie]

Oh it looks like so much fun -- I want a coin purse with a flower in it on MY tree, too!

[Soarenth]

Glad to hear the event was a success. And congratulations on getting the curtains you wanted! Sounds like you had much fun, and want to do it again for more.

Don't think you've gotten out of showing pictures from your booth. For all of seeing the creativity of others, we come here to see YOU and YOUR creativity, Karla. ;->

Hope your poor toes warm up soon and painlessly!

[Linda Lilly Cottage]

Oh wow ! How utterly wonderful! Such a pity you were freezing your little tootsies off!
YOur pictures are lovely, they do make me wish I had been there in person but they are the next best thing.
Sometimes it is hard to purchase things when you are taking photos and vice versa, so even though you missed out on some pretties...WE still got to see them!
Thanks for sharing!
Kiss Noises Linda

[Sandy]

Karla, I need a bath towel instead of a bib I'm drooling so much!! How wonderful it looks. Glad that you had such a lovely time and WOW I'm glad she sold you the curtains. Thanks for sharing for us poor unfortunate souls who missed out!
Sandy

[Brenda Kula]

So glad you got your coveted curtains! Can't wait to see them in place. Hope your toes warm up real soon. I made taco soup today and it just warms your tummy. Wish I was close and could bring you some!
Brenda

[karen young]

Wow Karla, what a sale. I would so love to attend sometime. I do hope you toes are finally warm. I know how cold you can feel when your feet are cold.

Hugs Karen

[alaurajane]

Hey Karla; Wow what a great bunch of photos..... I love everything.. what a fun time you all had... I hope your poor little toe's are warm now........ the barn was so pretty looking with all the white lights and all the booths,, thanks for sharing..... have a great week....

Hugs;
Alaura

[joyce]

wonderful pics Karla, I love the foot warmers! Glad you had fun.

[Angela]

Karla, thank you so much for sharing your beautiful photos. What an amazing event. Now, if only y'all would become a traveling show. That would be wonderful, huh? Nah, so much work goes into your event, and it definitely shows! Could you imagine traveling with that? Have a wonderful and WARM week. ~ Angela

[gabrielle]

Gasp! What a beautiful spread! I coudl die happy in there lol!

[Vicki Chrisman]

Constant glorious eyecandy over here!!!!

[Elaine L.]

You lead such a charmed life!

Thanks for the gorgeous photos.

~elaine~

[Sheila R]

Oh, how I wish I could have been there! My kiddo's and my schedule kept me hoping all weekend.

Thanks for sharing all the wonderful pictures!

[Zita - Mlle Magpie]

Karla, I'm so happy you got those dreamy, gorgeous curtains! The show looks fantastic!

[Sandi]

It looked so very cold. How did you manage. I can't operate in the cold. I guess all the goodies would warm me up. Amazing stuff. Alas, I am too far away to enjoy the visit to such an awesome shopping treat.

Merry Christmas
Sandi
impatientcajun.blogspot.com

[kana]

Oh Karla, it all looks soooo very lovely. Well, except for your poor gloved and carpeted feet!! I sure hope to make it one day. Thanks for sharing all of the great photos with us. Hope your piggies are warm now!!

[LORRAINE BELL]

Hi Karla...great photos as usual...we need pix of your booth...glad you got those super curtains...sorry you were so cold..once your feet get cold..your bladder gets cold..well we know the rest dont we???Lorraine

[Andrea - Faded Plains]

Everything looks amazing...what fun!

[Jingle]

It looks like a fantastic show full of magic!

[linda marcov]

Karla... Thank-you so much for your sweet remarks... and also for my lovely tree branches... we had such a good time inspite of the cold.... well how could I not be warm in Gwen's lovely fur coat... looking forward to more shared times.. I agree with you WOW what a talented group of designers, and vendors... amazing!!!! Carol was such a help to us... Love Linda

[Elizabeth]

Karla,

I laughed at your gloved toes! And thank you so much for the lovely comments...you are too kind. Linda of Willow's Nest was fantastic - wanted to snatch that entire tree right out of there and run!! I have to say, your little suitcase display was so very pretty and I just loved all the little special items you picked to display in them. I haven't downloaded my pictures yet, but if it turned out, I will show it. I am going to save for a new camera - not to o happy with mine - but those reading this, trust me when I say her little suitcase display was very cute and I zeroed right in on it when I walked up to her space :-)

Take care
Elizabeth

[hope]

swoooooooon!!! xo!

[pamq]

Hope you have warmed up by now!

I agree with you---that coin purse ornament is awesome! Guess what I will be looking for at every flea market and garage sale from now on?????

Everything looked so wonderful...wish I could have come!

[Carrie]

What wonderful, elegant, Christmasy fun! Wish I was there!

Stay Cozy (especially your toes), Carrie

[Rose]

Karla, you poor thing...how I feel for you and your freezin feet :)I am the same way...my girls gave me an early Christmas gift..get this, Tall UGG boots with rosses all over the outside..cabbage roses at that and the inside linning...pale pink :) I am loving them lol I will have to post a pick on my blog, they are "different" but that is ok my fashion sense has always been my own lol But oh how I love all the lovelies that you showed here...although you showes peeks of what you took and I remember alot of beautiful things in thos peeks :) So I would call it "garage sale couture" Hey I know I love your stuff, If I were in Kansas, I would be in lots of trouble :) I am so glad you got to be part of such and amazing event and even more that you are sharing your great pictures with us...I love that and then the icing on the cake...you got your gorgeous french netting! Thanks for that, now I know what those panels are called, they are gorgeous! Besos, Rose

[mary]

karla - such a warm, beautiful post - and what a day it must have been! i saw linda and ludmil's booth at marburger (spring show 2009) and was just captivated by all the incredible found and "created" treasures she had on display. thanks for keeping it all real - and still so lovely:)

mary