Monday, August 8, 2011

Rainy Day Flea Market


It's been raining here all morning. Nobody is complaining. It's much needed.  Our lawns are crunchy.  Thought it would be a good day for some 'flea market and antique' browsing, without dodging the rain drops.

Do you love the beautiful pale yellow color of the looking glass above as much as me? So pretty.


Oh the treasures you can find on etsy, like this little sampler box with a present in each compartment.



Copyright TheHouseofOliver, 2011




I just love the delicate lines and the simplicity of this pale blue bowl.


Copyright 22bayroad, 2011




The classic lines of a shirt dress. It never goes out of style.


Copyright FreshDame, 2011



I have a love of teapots. My favorite thing about these is that they look like they've been the stars in many a tea party in a child's room.

Copyright Sushipotparts, 2011




If I had to pick a favorite out of these pretty little dishes, I'd have to go with the poppy, but it would be a hard decision. They're all lovely.


Copyright bonnbonn, 2011



How about vintage linens? These dish towels are so reminiscent of a time gone by, yet completely current at the same time.


Copyright VintageJane, 2011



This pink sugar bowl is so detailed and sweet, with a picture of an open window and a birdcage beyond. It's the newest listing in our own etsy shop, Bates Mercantile Co.



Copyright BatesMercantileCo., 2011

You have to love treasure hunting right from your computer.  As you can see, I am drawn to a variety of vintage things. What I really find interesting about vintage pieces is that it seems they all have a story to tell. Are you drawn to particular things when treasure hunting at flea markets and antique stores? Do tell.

Hey- The sun is out! So much for the rain.

Happy Monday. Hope it's a good one in your part of the world.

5 comments:

  1. Wow Thanks for featuring our antique looking glass ! I love your many picks and I couldn't agree more that it is so much fun to treasure hunt online especially when the weather isn't desireable to go out in.

    Your Sweet pink Sugar bowl is delicious ..very Cottage Sweet !

    Blessings ..Sara of Sweet Magnolias Farm

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  2. Hi Sara, Thanks for stopping by from the farm. You have lots of treasures in your shop.
    Pam

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  3. Thank you so much for featuring my vintage bowl. I am honored to be mentioned on your lovely blog!

    Jennifer

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  4. Glad you came across my tin teapots while treasure hunting! Thank you for the feature on your blog. Have a beautiful week :) --Suzanna

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  5. Thank you so much for featuring my dishes. Honored to be among so many beautiful vintage treasures!
    -Bonnie

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You comments make my day. Thanks for taking the time to visit Mercantile Muse and for commenting. I really appreciate it. ~Pam

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