tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87959595675653238942024-03-13T16:59:27.350-07:00Whimzy's WhimziesMusings about the adventures of Whimzy! in Old Town Tustin.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.comBlogger121125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-35385099917362270552016-08-22T13:54:00.000-07:002016-08-22T13:54:18.584-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0474 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA 92780, USA33.7433474 -117.823727599999988.2213128999999974 -159.13232159999998 59.265381899999994 -76.515133599999984tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-4477211531129185102016-06-20T10:55:00.000-07:002016-06-20T10:55:19.113-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0474 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA 92780, USA33.7408296 -117.824053899999978.2187950999999977 -159.13264789999997 59.2628641 -76.515459899999968tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-90202257259362171772015-08-20T17:25:00.001-07:002016-06-20T10:59:00.442-07:00Please adopt a display case today!<span style="font-size: large;">Throughout the last month, we have been arranging and re-arranging to make Whimzy fit our vision. This means that some of our well loved display pieces need to find new homes. Listed below are the cases up for adoption~</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> This one is a vintage display cabinet. It is a burnished gold on the outside and pink on the inside. It is 30" x 61 1/2" x 12 1/2" deep, has glass shelves(3), & lighted=$250.00.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> This piece is from the old Buffum's that was located in downtown Santa Ana. It is from the 40's, measures 40 1/2" x 74" x 24" deep, is lighted and includes to adjustable glass shelves. It also has some stunning marble on the front! Again, items inside are not included! $250.00 is really a steal!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> This beauty is from the 60's, features an antique gold finish, wood finials, lovely back and side detail, and printed music sheet shelf paper. Items not included. It has served us very well and would be a gorgeous addition to a home or work space! 49" x 85 1/2" x 14 1/2" deep=$350.00.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> You can look for yourself on Sunday, August 23rd during flea market hours. If you would like more information, please email your questions to <a href="mailto:Whimzy@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank">Whimzy@sbcglobal.net</a>. See you SUNDAY!!!</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-50242302735220953632015-08-05T09:34:00.002-07:002015-08-05T09:36:11.670-07:00ChangesWe have been a retail outlet for the last 10 years. Searching for new and interesting finds, collecting vintage ephemera, holding classes, and doing many other things. The time has come for a something new!<br />
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As of August 5th, Whimzy will be closed for a few weeks. We will re-open on August 23rd for the Vintage Flea Market of Old Town Tustin.<br />
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We will be hard at work re-arranging during this time to bring you a new Whimzy! Some of those changes are~<br />
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We will be posting more as we come along. We hope you will enjoy our new direction and look forward to spending more quality time with you!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-56888331166893073252015-07-27T11:36:00.000-07:002015-07-27T11:36:24.478-07:00The Vintage Flea of OTT! July Edition~<div style="text-align: center;">
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We had a little warm weather, but that didn't slow the shopping and deal making down one bit!</div>
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Here are some of the items I found striking~</div>
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On the fourth Sunday, the Vintage Fleamarket of Old Town Tustin takes over 2 large lots and rolls out treasures from all over California! The variety never ceases to amaze me! I thought these items were worthy of a mention-from some of our past events. Enjoy!<br />
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<span style="font-weight: 700;"><br /><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Whimzy is making some wonderful changes this summer!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 18pt;"> During the month of August, we will be going from a traditional retail outlet to a specialty event studio. What does this mean? Well, instead of regular weekly business hours, we will be open by appointment only. This will allow us time to create, schedule, and do more shopping for specialty classes and sales.<br /><br />We will be offering regular studio sessions. You can come down and bring your current projects with you to work on in a creative, fun, and supportive atmosphere. All of Whimzy’s goodies will be available during studio time in case you are in need of a special item for your project! We will be re-organizing the shop to accommodate more seating area for studio time and specialty classes.<br /><br />In addition, we will be scheduling block classes for projects that take more than a few hours to complete. We are currently building our 2016 class schedule. More soldering, sculpture, and mosaics are just a few of projects we are working on.<br /><br />All in all, we are excited about what is in store! More in depth classes, studio time, special trunk shows, holiday sales, and quarterly flash sales with some of our friends!<br /><br />Remember, you can always call us to set up an appointment, place an order over the phone, book studio time or plan a girl’s night out, party, or shower! The possibilities are endless!<br />We will announce studio hours soon, and please remember we will always be open the 4th Sunday of the month 7:00-4:00 for the OTT Vintage Flea Market!<br /><br />We hope you will embrace these changes as we are looking forward to the next steps with a fresh outlook to something new.<br /> Whimzically,<br /><span style="font-family: 'lucida sans unicode', 'lucida grande', sans-serif;"><em>Dianne White & Sheryl Simpson</em></span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: 700;">Special note!</span><br /><span style="font-weight: 700;">*WE WILL BE CLOSED FROM 8/1-8/22 for a massive redesign!<br />See you on August 23rd for the Vintage Flea of OTT!</span><br /> </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-43588455851084308872014-11-17T08:30:00.000-08:002014-11-17T08:30:17.222-08:00How to Shop a Flea<div class="story-body-text" itemprop="articleBody" style="background-color: white; font-family: georgia, 'times new roman', times, serif; font-size: 1.5em; line-height: 1.533em; margin-bottom: 1em;">
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Alex Bell and Shira Entis know their fleas, from Elephant’s Trunk in Connecticut to Portobello Market in London. Which you would expect from the girls who started the awesome line of handbags and totes called <a href="http://fleabg.com/" style="color: red; text-decoration: none;">Fleabags</a>.</div>
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“We’ve been lovers of flea markets forever,” Bell says. “When I met Shira at Brown University, we bonded over great market deals.” Currently, their favorite markets are Chelsea’s on 25th street and that up-and-coming hidden gem Hell’s Kitchen Flea Market (406 West 39th Street) on Saturdays. As quasi professionals, however, they never venture forth without a game plan, which includes the following advice:<span id="more-162653"></span></div>
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1. <em>Keep your eye on the ball.</em> “We try to talk beforehand and focus ourselves a little bit,” Entis says. Markets are open on various days, but the girls prefer Saturdays (the most vendors turn out) and suggest arriving when the gates open (usually around 9 a.m.). Most important, know what you’re looking for before you get there.</div>
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2. <em>Weather makes all the difference.</em> “On a cold or cloudy day, fewer vendors set up,” Bell says. “That means there are fewer shoppers too. So, the vendors there are more likely to make a deal. One of Shira’s most successful excursions happened at the outdoor Chelsea flea on a cold and windy day. Only three vendors made it out and because Shira was their only customer she walked away with a huge box of YSL blouses and antique brocade fabrics. Great finds!”</div>
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3. <em>Your outfit might, too.</em> “When marketing outside of the city, we try not to look like New Yorkers,” Entis says. “Especially no jewelry!” When you are in Manhattan, the jig is usually up and vendors know a tourist from a seasoned shopper a mile away. Dress casual and for comfort. You don’t have to prove anything about your vintage know-how.</div>
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4. <em>Let them do the talking:</em> “Being coy is the name of the game,” Bell says. “No one is going to give you a deal if they think you’re going to turn around and sell it on eBay. But on the flip side, don’t be naïve.” It’s O.K. to eventually let them know you know Balenciaga from Target and that you’re not going to get pushed around.</div>
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5. <em>It’s O.K. to be thrifty: </em>“We rarely spend more than $100 during the entire day,” Entis says. “And, we always have a good bartering session with the vendors,” Bell adds. Entis scored a vintage Chanel jacket for $40, and Bell found a pair of new Oscar de la Renta heels for $15 at the Chelsea flea. “If you are buying multiple items, they’ll usually give you a better deal rather than just buying one item,” says Bell, who along with Entis stocked up on military blankets from vendors for their fall 2011 collection.</div>
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6.<em> Go with a friend: </em>“We like to help each other,” Entis says. And what’s more fun than shopping with a friend?</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-71722515200852212862014-11-17T08:13:00.000-08:002014-11-17T08:13:07.691-08:00 The Cheat Sheet To Finding The Good Stuff<div class="dense" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #7e8083; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 24px; margin-bottom: 15px; margin-top: 15px; padding: 0px 25px 15px !important;">
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #35bdb2; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">1.</span> In Peter's world, it's all about the couture details, craftsmanship, and the sign of an artisan's hand: Look for hand-stitching, nail-head trims, embroidery, and hand-woven textiles. It makes anything more special.</div>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #35bdb2; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">2.</span> Look past the scratches, dust, and dirt. Not only can you have anything restored, cleaned, or reupholstered (see below for a list of resources), but you can also change the finish on a table. Try to survey the options while focusing on the possibilities—not on the limitations. In the world of interiors, there really are very few.</div>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #35bdb2; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">3.</span> Don't focus on provenance—unless you really know what you're doing, or are shopping at an auction house that guarantees authenticity, you don't want to splash out big money on something that might be a reproduction. (If you see something too good to be true, it probably is.) This is not to say that there aren't treasures around—just take a deep breath, get out your phone, and search the internet for originals so you can confirm that the details are correct (the wing of the arm, the stamp on the bottom, the type of wood).</div>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #35bdb2; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">4.</span> Measure your space before you go. Beyond the parameters of the area you'd like to fill (i.e., the space allotted for a coffee table), bring measurements for the supporting furniture (i.e., the height and length of your couch, etc.). If you live in an apartment building with small elevators, or a house with unusual doors, be sure that you'll be able to get the item inside!</div>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #35bdb2; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">5.</span> Interact with your potential purchase. Sit in the chairs and make sure they're comfortable and that they don't wobble; make sure a table is the right height, etc. Don't be shy about giving your potential purchase a test-drive.</div>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #35bdb2; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">6.</span> If you're interested in an item, but not overly attached, walk away—do a second lap at the end of the day. If it's still available, you'll have much more negotiating power.</div>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #35bdb2; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">7.</span> Know your budget—and don't forget to factor customs and shipping in (see below for a list of resources). It's easy to get totally carried away in the moment, so know your upper limit.</div>
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<span style="border: 0px; color: #35bdb2; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype', 'Book Antiqua', Palatino, serif; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">8.</span> Look for pairs and sets: Vendors generally hate to break them up, so you're going to get a better deal. Besides adding symmetry to a space (see below), you can often use an extra lamp or chairs in a different room.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-3555683284226984112014-11-17T08:02:00.000-08:002014-11-17T08:08:21.892-08:00The Best Times to Shop Flea Markets and Yard Sales<div class="firstBlock" style="background: 0px 0px rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #191919; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 17px; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">
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Unlike retail stores, flea markets, yard sales, and other secondhand sources don't have duplicates of every item in the store. It's a treasure hunt. Whether your goal is to find the most treasure or to snag it for the best possible price, here are the best times to shop flea markets and yard sales.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 19px; font-weight: 700; margin: 19px 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Best Selection:</span> For the best selection of flea market merchandise, get there as soon as it opens on the first day of the market. If it's open Saturday and Sunday all year round, go early on Saturday morning. For seasonal or annual flea markets, go early in the season, preferably the first weekend. You'll have first pick of the goods the vendors gathered during the year.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 19px; font-weight: 700; margin: 19px 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Best Price:</span> For the biggest discounts, it's just the opposite. Shop mid to late afternoon during the final day, or days, of the flea market. The vendors are tired and ready to get home -- and they might just cut you some fantastic deals if you ask. You may have to <a data-component="link" data-ordinal="2" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" href="http://fleamarket.about.com/od/insidershoppingtips/a/howtohaggleforbiggerbargains.htm" style="background: 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0099cc; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">haggle</a> a bit, but you'll probably go home with some bargains, especially if you're buying large, heavy pieces the tired sellers don't want to pack and load. </div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 19px; font-weight: 700; margin: 19px 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Best Selection:</span> Yard sale shopping is a lot like flea market shopping. You'll find the best selections when the sale first starts. Go early on the first day of the sale. If the sale starts at 7 a.m., be there be there a few minutes before -- but not so early that you're labeled an early bird. If you've got lots of sales on the day's route, prioritize them by the most promising sales and by starting times. Your goal is to be the first shopper at the very best sales.</div>
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Don't wait until Saturday to visit a yard sale that starts on Friday. Since most weekday workers wait until the weekend, Friday morning is a prime time to shop. If you work on Fridays, hit the sack early on Thursday nights. Yard sales start early; you can probably fit in a few sales before work.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 19px; font-weight: 700; margin: 19px 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Best Price:</span> Like flea market vendors, yard sale sellers aren't as willing to haggle early in the morning, but the prices are usually pretty low to start. Don't wait until the afternoon bargain hours to shop yard sales. Go early, and if you can't make the right deal to start, ask when they're closing and go back. If the items you're eyeballing haven't sold, they'll probably be ready to make deals.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 19px; font-weight: 700; margin: 19px 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Best Selection:</span> Like flea markets and yard sales, you'll find the best choice of merchandise early on the first day. Go a little earlier than the start time. You may have to wait in line -- and sometimes sale organizers limit how many people can go in at one time. You want to be in the first group admitted.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 19px; font-weight: 700; margin: 19px 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Best Price: </span>Some estate sales organizers won't negotiate price on the first day. Go ahead and ask, but don't be surprised by a strict policy. There is an upside; they usually have a discount schedule. If the last day of the sale is Sunday, they might offer 25% off in the morning, 35% off in the early afternoon, and 50% off during the final two hours. The discount percentages and schedules vary by estate sale company, so ask if it isn't posted.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 19px; font-weight: 700; margin: 19px 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Best Selection:</span> For the best thrift store selections, ask the employees when the new merchandise arrives. It could be a certain day of the week or a certain time each day. New furniture might arrive on a different day than smaller goods. Find out, and then plan your visits for those days and times.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 19px; font-weight: 700; margin: 19px 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Best Price:</span> Thrift store prices are usually lowish, so you might want to snatch things up as soon as you find them. If the prices are a little high, ask about their sale structure. Thrift stores don't always post their sales clearly and sometimes the sales are confusing. Find out when they discount the items that interest you. That's when you'll find the best deals.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 19px; font-weight: 700; margin: 19px 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Best Selection:</span> The best days and times to shop consignment goods depend on the individual stores. If new merchandise comes in on certain days, that's the time to go. If it's random, you'll just have to pop in fairly often.</div>
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<span style="background: 0px 0px; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 19px; font-weight: 700; margin: 19px 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Best Price:</span> Sale structures vary, but lots of consignment stores discount based on how long they've had the merchandise. For example, one of my favorites takes off 20 percent after the first six weeks, and then another 5 percent each week until it reaches half price. Ask how it works. Then, keep a list of the pieces you want and on which days the prices are scheduled to drop.<br />
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If you were trying to avoid drowning in Christmas before you've put away your Halloween decorations (I know — us, too), I sincerely apologize for inundating you with two holiday-related columns in a row. But what kind of Bargain Advocate would I be if I didn't give you an advanced heads-up about saving on Christmas gifts so you can spend adequate time planning your savings strategy?</div>
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Not to mention that in this age of online shopping, time for shipping has to be accounted for.</div>
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In last week's column I wrote about Christmas gifts you can make for your loved ones. I recognize, however, that DIY gifts are not everyone's cup of tea; if that's your situation, please read on. (If it's not, read on anyway. You never know what you might learn.)</div>
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Rather than aimlessly wandering the aisles of Walmart in search of something (preferably not too large or expensive) that will jump out at you and beg to be wrapped up for that hard-to-shop-for aunt, nephew or — let's be honest — husband, I've got a few alternative solutions for you to consider.</div>
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Of course purchasing any item without a shiny new box and gift receipt requires a certain amount of caution and familiarity with the recipient's tastes. It's probably not a great idea for someone you don't know very well or only see once a year; but for a close friend familiar with your quirky, frugal ways or a family member whose hobbies, needs and preferences you're well acquainted with, it could be a unique and inexpensive way to solve the age-old dilemma, "So what do I get him for Christmas this year?"</div>
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<span style="font-weight: 700;">Secondhand stores and flea markets.</span></div>
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Not all items in secondhand stores and flea markets are, indeed, "used." The local Goodwill had a collection of new table lamps — albeit without shades — on display for quite a while before I decided to pick one up; in the next aisle I found a lampshade to fit it. I took it home, painted jungle characters on the shade and gave it to a fellow thrifty friend for her baby shower. The total cost was probably about $7.</div>
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One of the nicest parts of buying an item secondhand is that you have very little to lose in altering it to suit your tastes. Remove a piece here; paint a part there; switch out the buttons; change the laces. Better than new.</div>
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Also, remember the DIY coffee mugs I wrote about last week? If you're going to make several, a secondhand store is a great place to start looking for plain mugs or tableware to decorate.</div>
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<span style="font-weight: 700;">Ebay and Craigslist. </span>Yes, my old standbys. Again, you must exercise caution here. Because unlike going to a secondhand store, if you order something from eBay, by the time it arrives on your doorstep a few weeks later, you're running a risk of missing the Christmas deadline if the item doesn't work out. (And a lot of times returns aren't an option.)</div>
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A friend of mine who is trying to be especially budget-conscious this holiday season has decided she's having a "Craigslist Christmas." She and her husband found a great deal on a Pottery Barn kitchen set for their toddler on Craigslist and drove to West Virginia (the near side, of course) to pick it up. She also found a $20 toy work bench for her 4-year-old son.</div>
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On Craigslist, inspect the items carefully to see if you see any problems; test them out if possible to make sure a good price is not, in fact, "too good to be true."</div>
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<span style="font-weight: 700;">The dollar store.</span> Not unlike secondhand stores, you have little to lose by putting your own signature, so to speak, on a dollar store find. Buy an inexpensive vase, plate or glass and paint or otherwise decorate it; personalize a kitchen towel, tote or apron; collect some art supplies for the teacher or crafty kid in your family and assemble them in a cute bin with the recipient's name on it (or go with another theme — candy, for example, or baking).</div>
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<span style="font-weight: 700;">The grocery store.</span> My sister-in-law is a frugal gal who also is a whiz in the kitchen. On her Christmas list this year, in addition to a few girly ideas, she included an entire list of spices she'd like to add to her collection and a few kitchen gadgets in varying price ranges she's also in need of. If there's a cook in your family, these can make inexpensive and practical gifts that will truly be appreciated. You can go with a "theme" (some deluxe pasta sauce and noodles; a spaghetti server, hot pad and your favorite family recipe) or pick up a variety of items that the chef can use.</div>
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Best of all, baking supplies are on sale all season long as people get ready for holiday entertaining. Look for coupons to boost your savings even more.</div>
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<span style="font-weight: 700;">Church, school or community craft shows.</span> Maybe you don't have a crafty gene but would still like to find something unique and homemade for someone in your family. Keep an eye on your local newspaper's events calendar for local craft shows, where you can browse the work of local artisans to find a diamond in the rough.</div>
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Even if you don't go with one of the options above, my hope is that it gets you thinking about different places you can search for treasures for your loved ones. Don't be afraid to stray from the norm — it might be where you find the best deals.</div>
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If you have any great ideas for out-of-the-box Christmas shopping, insight about a frugal living topic or an idea for a future column, please email me at<a href="mailto:amroy@nncogannett.com" style="color: #1990e5; text-decoration: none;">amroy@nncogannett.com</a>.</div>
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I'd love to hear from you!</div>
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Happy saving, Abbey</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-8517933909838604492014-11-13T16:34:00.001-08:002014-11-13T16:34:16.772-08:00Rare Antique or Junk? 10 Ways to Find Out!<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">That old vase you found in your father's attic could be a fine item for your garage sale. Maybe you could get a six or seven dollars for it. Or it could be a rare specimen worth thousands at an auction.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Thanks to the popularity of programs like Public Television's "Antiques Roadshow" Americans are looking more closely than ever at stuff that, a few years ago, they might have unthinkingly taken to the local charity thrift shop or just tossed into a recycling bin.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Joe Rosson, a Tennessee appraiser, co-author of "Treasures in Your Attic" and co-host of a television show by the same name, tells of a client's narrow escape from the kind of nightmare mistake many people fear when culling through old objects the don't know much about.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The clients had just finished filling a dumpster with "junk" when Rosson came over to appraise some furniture in a house they were clearing out. As it turned out the furniture wasn't worth much.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Then Rosson looked in the dumpster. He spotted Fiestaware dinnerware worth more than the furniture, a diamond ring his client's mistakenly thought had been costume jewelry, valuable baseball cards and an antique doll worth $15,000.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"I think they were embarrassed," said Rosson.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It takes an appraiser to know whether you've got a one-in-a-million treasure or a run-of-the-mill trinket. But finding such a pro can be daunting for the uninitiated. There is no licensing for appraisers, so anyone can take out a Yellow Pages ad calling themselves an "appraiser." Here are some ways to track down the genuine article and avoid the fakes.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1) Hire an appraiser to appraise -- nothing more</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Never, ever sell your antiques to the person who's appraising them. You're creating an automatic conflict of interest. There's too much of a temptation for them rip you off by giving you an artificially low value, and there's little reason for them not to do that.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If an appraiser tries to buy your property "drop kick them out the door. Don't be polite about it," said Rosson.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Also, steer clear of appraisers who charge a percentage of your property's value. That just creates a different type of conflict. "There's too much temptation for appraisals to be through the roof if someone wants a big fee," explained Rosson.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Reputable appraisers generally charge by the hour, with rates varying from $100 in rural communities up to $300 or more in big cities.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Many of us are so used to doing research on the Internet, so it may be tempting to obtain a free online quote to find out how much Dad's Popeye watch is really worth.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But appraisers agree that the Internet is generally not a good place to obtain accurate valuations. A good appraiser will need to see and handle a piece to determine its true value. Online auctions don't provide a good gauge of value, either. eBay sale prices usually reflect gut reactions to merchandise rather than informed bids.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Professionals who deal with appraisers on a regular basis can be a valuable resource. Trust managers at a bank or estate attorneys are a good source for finding a professional, reliable appraiser. Auction houses and dealers, on the other hand, may not be a good sources as their motivation is to acquire property as inexpensively as possible.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Professional organizations also are a good source of referrals because they work to ensure their good name by making sure members are qualified.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To become a member of Appraisers Association of America Inc., individuals must have five years of professional experience. More senior certified members need five years of appraising experience, plus they have to pass a two-part exam on appraising theory and methodology. The Association also has an online search tool for consumers to help you find appraisers in your area.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Another option is the American Society of Appraisers, where members must pass an exam on valuing property and on ethical standards. Senior members must have at least five years of experience and take four classes covering various aspects of appraising.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Once you get some names, search for appraisers who fits your needs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"If you have a collection of early Flemish paintings you're not necessarily going to choose someone who specializes in cutting-edge contemporary art," said Frances Zeman, a Brooklyn, NY appraiser and chairperson of the American Society of Appraisers Personal Property Committee.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Look closely at an appraiser's resume to see how long they've been working and what kind of property they usually work with. Since you're not an expert, yourself, it may be difficult ascertaining the extent of an appraiser's skills. But you can get a "gut read" on how thorough someone is if they can tell you about one article you own in great detail.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You'll also want a written estimate of what an appraisal will cost and how long it will take to complete. In most cases, an appraiser may need a month to prepare your report, but someone who's good -- and busy -- may need more time.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As much as we'd like to believe we own unique and precious artifacts, we're most likely to have fairly common objects- - furniture, silver, perhaps a vase or two. That's why in most cases, a good generalist will suffice for most appraising jobs. Like a good family physician, that person should tell you when he or she needs to call in a specialist.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Still, there are some times when you should skip the generalist and go straight to well-honed expertise. For example, jewelry appraisal is very specialized, as is the appraisal of ancient artifacts such as pre-Columbian or Greek art. Coin collections and certain styles of paintings (for example, Old Masters) also need a specialist's eye. When you call appraisers ask them if you should go to a specialist.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">6) Decide how you'll use the item</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When it comes to appraising, the value of an antique or collectable will vary depending on its purpose. Are you planning to sell something? Insure it? Donate it to charity? A good appraiser will ask you about your plans so he or she can assess your property accurately.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you want to sell something, an appraiser will look at its fair market value -- that is, the price you can obtain from a willing buyer. This price will be less than what retailers would sell it for. After all, antiques dealers will mark up a price to make a living. But knowing an article's market value will ensure you don't get ripped off.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you're assessing a piece to insure it, however, an appraiser will look at its replacement value from a source where you'd likely find a similar article. That could be anywhere from an antiques store to auction to a flea market -- or if you had a duplicate made. But because you're going to be going to retailers, who will mark up prices, the appraised value for insurance purposes will be higher than if you were selling something.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">See a scratch? Does the paint look faded? Whatever you do, resist the temptation to repair items that haven't been appraised. The pros all have horror stories of clients' who inadvertently slashed the value of their property by fiddling with it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Rosson once had a client ask him to stop by and appraise an antique bed she just purchased. He sped over, but he was too late. She had stripped the original red paint from the piece just as he pulled into her driveway. That move, he said, cut the value of the bed in half.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Of course, once an appraiser has seen your property you can decide if you want to fix it. In fact, many appraisers can give you references for craftsmen and others who can do high-quality repairs on antiques of other valuables. Local museums and auction houses may also have references so when you do decide to fix up your collection, you can rest assured it's in the best hands possible.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You'll want to get your appraisal in writing, and you should know what an appraisal will include before you hire someone.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">At a minimum, a report should state the reason the appraisal was requested, a description of the methods that were used to determine the object's value, and detailed descriptions of your property. If more than one individual appraised your work, it should be clear who handled various pieces. Finally, the appraiser should give you a clear statement of the object's worth -- not an estimate. </span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">9) Renew old appraisals.</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you're relying on appraisals that are decades old, they're probably way off the mark. That's because the value of an object can rise or fall dramatically over time. When Andy Warhol died, for example, fans clamored to buy his art or other possessions. In fact, the sale of his estate generated a staggering $25.3 million, twice the amount auction house Sotheby's expected. Fans even paid $250,000 for one of Warhol's cookie jars, an object he collected but didn't make. But by 1993, when the auction house put more of Warhol's estate up for sale, only two of 16 original works sold. The market, experts said, was glutted with his works, pushing prices disastrously low.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In most cases, you should have appraisals done every three to five years, said Victor Wiener, executive director of Appraisers Association of America. He adds: "Every appraisal should have some kind of indication of what kind of marketplace you're dealing with," said Wiener. This will help you determine when you'll next need to check in with your appraiser.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you're a budding collector, don't just rely on appraisers. Educate yourself. It will make you a better consumer -- and seller should you eventually decide to do that.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Start with general references books to get your feet wet, such as Rosson's "Treasures In Your Attic" or "Know Your Antiques," by Ralph and Terry Kovel, who also have a subscription-based online newsletter. If you can find an art history class or other course related to your collection, take it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you're serious about building a collection over a time, you should be able to find reputable dealers who are willing to cultivate a relationship with you and take the time to answer your questions. And go to auction previews and sales to slowly learn what pieces sell for.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(http://money.cnn.com/2002/06/03/pf/yourhome/q_appraise/)</span><br />
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These are the Glitterfest Fall winners for the most "BOOTIFUL BOOTH!". We give out awards at every Glitterfest. So many of the artists go above and beyond on their booths , we just had to recognize them for all of their efforts!</div>
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Priscilla Magdaleno and Becky Wimbs-These lovely ladies are so talented and sooooo nice! They always pack their space with sparkling magic! We love them both and are so happy they continue to join us for Glitterfest!<br />
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The folks from Meyer Imports! They continually provide Glitterfest shoppers with the best glitter in the universe! It looks so yummy you want to dive in and play in it!<br />
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Deb Ward Kennedy of HOMEWARD found had the most amazing waterfall of sweater pumpkins and décor! I believe it was her parents there helping as well! Deb dressed the part too, which is always fun and appreciated! This was her first Glitterfest. We hope she will join us again!</div>
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For everyone that joined us for Glitterfest, Thank you! It was a wonderful day full of art, fun and sparkling laughter! For those that missed out, please plan to join us on March 15, 2014 for our next Artful Occasion!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-84370998995566287482013-01-29T14:06:00.002-08:002013-01-29T14:07:52.759-08:00Vintage Dresdens @ Whimzy!<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span style="color: red; font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">We have just unveiled a beautiful collection of vintage Dresdens for Valentines day! These are in store now and won't be around for long. </span></b></div>
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We have been working very hard on the shoppe for the last week and it is coming along nicely! There is nothing like shifting and moving everything around to inspire something new! I think you will like what we have "in store" for you! The reveal happens on the 23rd of August right before the Vintage Fleamarket on the 26th. We encourage you to stop in and see all that is shiny and new!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-9516717012782471612012-08-01T09:19:00.004-07:002012-08-01T09:20:55.469-07:00Time for an update!<b><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: x-large;">Whimzy! is taking break! August 1st to August 22nd we will be closed to re-do, re-design, & </span></b><br />
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We had so much fun, we are planning to do it again! Stay tuned for your chance to be part of Whimzy's "Junque Trunk 2"! www.VintageWhimzy.comAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-60142795446193493722012-05-14T10:37:00.000-07:002012-05-14T10:38:59.555-07:00Collage Couture with Julie Nutting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Whimzy was very pleased to have artist Julie Nutting in the house on Saturday! Julie came to teach her "Collage Couture" art tags to a fabulous group of students!
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<span style="font-size: small; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Her students created 2 different tags in the course of 3 hours. I have to say, the best part is watching the group start out with all the same materials, but by the time they are finished each person has put their own mark on the project!</span>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Whimzy! offers all kinds of artful classes monthly! To register for some of your own creative time go to <a href="http://www.vintagewhimzy.com/">www.VintageWhimzy.com</a></span></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-73957591802531919062012-02-22T18:48:00.001-08:002012-02-22T18:48:39.109-08:00Fw: Class with Rita<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYdS15GRodo55xeqZBP2-iz2GFvcg4cAwd5C3lxVAGMeqS1hc54-qW4jzPhU3U578o1IbQzYhudYCgDkVYbII72l7qe_2731uefoHJBaLjzodHY0NBH3DRBFRu244rQjlIapuBzehxMGY/s1600/2012-02-18+13.02.21-1-719111.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYdS15GRodo55xeqZBP2-iz2GFvcg4cAwd5C3lxVAGMeqS1hc54-qW4jzPhU3U578o1IbQzYhudYCgDkVYbII72l7qe_2731uefoHJBaLjzodHY0NBH3DRBFRu244rQjlIapuBzehxMGY/s320/2012-02-18+13.02.21-1-719111.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712157553718422162" /></a></p><p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFtdekieAvkeKxoltsV0M6QW9SEG19Tx26hGBVUiu1WEVko5Ah-aMyMujgEHAbIdvbn63e-nD2hR2BJMzPlxiKd2wg74nBs2vfIL3xV3RolcYkgjKkJoz50Hb7vzTySlNZQCgXiWrwV5c/s1600/2012-02-18+12.28.02-1-720019.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFtdekieAvkeKxoltsV0M6QW9SEG19Tx26hGBVUiu1WEVko5Ah-aMyMujgEHAbIdvbn63e-nD2hR2BJMzPlxiKd2wg74nBs2vfIL3xV3RolcYkgjKkJoz50Hb7vzTySlNZQCgXiWrwV5c/s320/2012-02-18+12.28.02-1-720019.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712157556302609250" /></a></p><p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsrIeSLXThK4i7OCJJCvOp6DmRpCVy7VGf8WQpH5FMY3knAtk5GxBuE_P0i_uo_zOErCPqP9tuogdP_GMKQ1edyoBAKze5Tu6hnnJyuqBYJloLay1KQvdIILo0eN_I4XOYZ_na-_Lyrv4/s1600/2012-02-18+13.24.05-721371.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsrIeSLXThK4i7OCJJCvOp6DmRpCVy7VGf8WQpH5FMY3knAtk5GxBuE_P0i_uo_zOErCPqP9tuogdP_GMKQ1edyoBAKze5Tu6hnnJyuqBYJloLay1KQvdIILo0eN_I4XOYZ_na-_Lyrv4/s320/2012-02-18+13.24.05-721371.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712157561442203298" /></a></p>Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android device<p>-------- Original message --------<br>Subject: Class with Rita<br>From: "S. Simpson" <<a href="mailto:whimzy@sbcglobal.net">whimzy@sbcglobal.net</a>><br>To: <a href="mailto:bwhimzy.dianne2@blogger.com">bwhimzy.dianne2@blogger.com</a><br>CC: Class with Rita<p><br>Rita Reade stopped in to teach a lovely group of ladies about soldering a paper journal. Each person learned how to prep the glass, solder the glass, solder the pencil, add a patina finish, & adorn the cover with rhinestones. Each student did an amazing job and each journal has a distinct personality all their own. Join us soon for some creative time @ VintageWhimzy.com/calendar.htm<p>Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android deviceAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-82547434447224517812012-02-14T20:43:00.000-08:002012-02-14T21:44:05.915-08:00Old Town Fullerton<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1Dk51Na-iaoZnQomVvxRKajRFkkCSsbAGaTWt6BbZPEH4MJBVONptCkSUa9PhS7Tgwc3EAq2DhpVL3P0S8sZSR7Ijg8tE05eK_76SRA3vTRcKaj-hFoAZgVvjpZIvkUEmRVj5GHZaxg0/s1600/2012-02-07+11.49.17-745917.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1Dk51Na-iaoZnQomVvxRKajRFkkCSsbAGaTWt6BbZPEH4MJBVONptCkSUa9PhS7Tgwc3EAq2DhpVL3P0S8sZSR7Ijg8tE05eK_76SRA3vTRcKaj-hFoAZgVvjpZIvkUEmRVj5GHZaxg0/s320/2012-02-07+11.49.17-745917.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5709234082218791122" /></a></p>Recently, on our Glitterfest poster delivery quest, Dianne & I found ourselves in Fullerton. Like Mother like Daughter was the 1st stop. This is a lovely antique store full of pristine treasures! Everything is beautifully displayed & the prices very nice! <p>Next, was this store a few doors down called "The Doll Trunk". This amazing star is in the front window! It works! It is priced @ $1500.00. For something so fabulous, it is a pittance, but still to rich for my blood. Yes, I want it, but groceries are more important! If you are interested, the owner did say it was negotiable.........<p><p><p><p>Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android deviceAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-36106816481606233152012-02-14T17:50:00.000-08:002012-02-14T17:51:34.520-08:00Giving it a go<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoafUOjk4voSD3qCIMAsHwCE-Zbv6BPqSt3tv_pdahta1iKek-7Uw9LKPMiyNWKyGye4oUXXqthFrkn7dWichqdMzFKslxqmsrZhQL-PUsN3itA9wxzH3c0-fGIiRDHZ9i9cIHF2MewBQ/s1600/2012-02-06+15.48.30-794521.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoafUOjk4voSD3qCIMAsHwCE-Zbv6BPqSt3tv_pdahta1iKek-7Uw9LKPMiyNWKyGye4oUXXqthFrkn7dWichqdMzFKslxqmsrZhQL-PUsN3itA9wxzH3c0-fGIiRDHZ9i9cIHF2MewBQ/s320/2012-02-06+15.48.30-794521.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5709174165849244642" /></a></p>This is just a test to see if posting works this way!<br>Sent from my MetroPCS 4G Android deviceAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-29511569993916198432012-01-27T19:03:00.000-08:002012-01-27T19:03:57.437-08:00Travelin' Down South!<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Earlier this week the Whimzy girls had the chance to get out and about. 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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">We then hit <a href="http://hodadies.com/">Hodad's</a> for burgers and frings. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">This is a "Triple D" stop and sooooo worth the calories! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">We stopped down in the Solana Beach area. "Bon-Bon" is a warehouse style home decor place with the best in furniture, rugs, lighting, and pillows! <a href="http://www.bonbonhome.com/">Here is the site!</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Check it out next time you are out!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">It was a beautiful drive from Solana back home. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">Perfect day-amazing sites, and fantastic folks!</span></div>
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8795959567565323894.post-66391934230952683792012-01-15T15:53:00.000-08:002012-01-15T15:53:53.732-08:00Baby Doll Class with Robin Dudley Howes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Here is the beginning-we add the armature to attach the doll body~</div>
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Next, we built a bead wrap accent to continue up~</div>
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We next added this sterling bead and a magnificent fish piece~</div>
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Squeezed the velvet link and 2 bronze bead dangles~</div>
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And then we wired wrapped the velvet. I have done the other side here too~</div>
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And this shows the tumbled shell bead as well as its 2 transitions. Now we are free to add the dangles!</div>
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This was a great technique filled class! Robin is a master-teacher and extremely patient! I learned tons and love, love, love my baby doll necklace! I will be investing in finer tools to be sure! Check your stocking next year! If you are on my list, one of these may turn up for you!</div>
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<b><i><span style="color: magenta; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.vintagewhimzy.com/calendar.html">For a list of Whimzy's classes click here!</a></span></i></b></div>
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<i><a href="http://robindudleyhowes.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">For more classes with Robin click here!</span></a></i></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12162236328130866453noreply@blogger.com0