The Back Porch Gals have lots of great vintage items for guys and gals this weekend near Backus, MN. Besides the fishing gear and man cave tools, there are dolls, casserole dishes, glassware, small appliances, linens, and some lovely fall … Continue reading
There are a couple of very occasional sales this weekend beyond the Twin Cities metro which may interest you. Farthest away and held only twice a year is the Sale on the Farm by the Pfarkel Sisters and their Junk … Continue reading
Fall is the perfect time for mums, and crows, and rich woods. And plaid blankets. This is what you’ll find at A GATHERING OF FRIENDS held at Bachman’s on Lyndale in south Minneapolis this weekend. All the vendors bring their … Continue reading
Summer inspiration is calling from Your Lucky Day. This month’s theme is “Happy” which is applied to travel, gardening, fishing, tea parties or just about any fun activity. There are nods to teachers, graduates and dads for starters plus ideas … Continue reading
Last fall I discovered a new “eccentric” boutique hotel in Pimlico which was also described as “rustic-luxe.” I was attracted by its name, The Artist Residence, and its location near Victoria Station. With just two nights on my own, I … Continue reading
With few sales in the Twin Cities this weekend, timing may be right for a trip to Duluth. West Tischer Cottage is owned by a mother-daughter team who like vintage and repurposing junk. They are teasing shoppers with a little … Continue reading
I’m a huge fan of traveling for design inspiration, but lately I’ve been staying close to home. Earlier this summer, however, I traveled to Russia via NYC at a sweet little restaurant in Manhattan that epitomizes Nordic/Scandinavian-country style. This quaint eatery … Continue reading
After another antiquing/vintaging trip down South, I was looking through (and drooling over) the photos I took. In particular, Pippen’s Antiques on Franklin Street in Natchez, Mississippi provided much inspiration. They had dozens of antique furniture pieces, and some of … Continue reading
On a recent trip to the South, I passed through Jackson, Mississippi. I have to be honest; I didn’t expect much of the town. But what I discovered was a beautifully restored downtown (Jackson is the capital of Mississippi), full … Continue reading