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Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Like her or not, I do!

I so dig digging until I find something I cannot live without (translation:  it need not be pricey!).  It may be a book - picture frame - footed tray - tarnished silver -  those treasures that tickle my fancy.

Several years ago, my friend, Peaches, came to town and we hit The Guild Shop run by St. John the Divine.  It's a resale shop that's a "cross between Antiques Roadshow and your grandma's attic."  It takes a certain person to scour for hours.  Peaches was my main gal!

I know several others who would lose their mind at The Guild Shop.    Some {dear pals} I've not yet met other than through email, and an occasional phone call.  We discovered one another on a certain lifestyle blog.  And, it was there I learned I am not the only nut who enjoys the hunt, rearranges furniture {a lot!}, collects shelter magazines & books on decorating. 

I cannot wait till they visit - we most certainly will bust down the doors of The Guild Shop!  One of my favorite purchases is a vintage lamp.  It's a personal thing.  I know some do not "get" her; but every time I look at her, I smile.  Well, the poor dear wore a horrible lamp shade for the past 2 or 3 years until just last week.  

Let me introduce my little pretty:


I went to a lamp shop where an expert found just the right shade, and
shortened the harp (...and SHE told me SHE would have grabbed this ole gal herself).  Like I said, some would, some would not.

Let me know if YOU have that certain something sitting in your haven, that may not appeal to your guests, but it sure tickles YOUR fancy.  

Hhhmmmm.....may be time for a visit.  To a thrift store.



5 comments:

Emily said...

You know I am loving this! And I just happen to be going thrifting with my BFF today!!! "Junque" On!

gretchen said...

Oh I would love to go junking with you! Finding a good thrift store is a good thing!! xoxo

Dianne said...

Love your way with words! Yes, I too would have grabbed that lamp. :) Would love to go junking with you. One day!

martha said...

i love it too and YES we must gather the teepeers and shop at the Guild shop.
The fun is all in the hunt!
Hugs Vava :)

FrenchGardenHouse said...

She's a beauty! I would no doubt love the shop, there is nothing like finding treasure. Thanks for entering our give away today.
xo Lidy