I loved these snowman and thought about all my many friends that I have, I feel so totally blessed, I was at the Monticello Christmas show on Friday the 4
th of December waiting in line to pay for some treasures I had found, where in front of me were some of my fellow
bloggers, they asked me if I was going to
Auntie Joy's Open House, I said I had considered it but was not sure. Well they convinced me I should go and to follow their car, that they had a couple of great places to show me on the way. Well I went and was not disappointed,
Martha from Vintage
Triffles was the leader along with
Diane of Molly Mos, so off we went. Now I know how to get to
Silverton, but we went a different way following Hwy 99, in order to make the two stops before Auntie Joys. Arriving at Auntie Joys put you right in the holiday spirit, her house was beautiful and I marveled at all the work she had done to get ready for everyone. I am going to share some of the photos I took inside her house I hope you will enjoy them.
Here is myself,
Betty and Patty taking a moment to pose for a picture.
This is a closer view of the table with little refreshment for us all to enjoy, the tree in the front and back are made of some type of wax, I know I have a beeswax tree like the one in the front of the picture.
This was probably one of my most favorite trees at Joys, however I did like them all. This one really was captured in the mirror giving a great
dimensional effect.
The dinning room table was set ready for holiday entertaining, Joy had a number of different textures going here, which really brought it all together, it was very pretty.
There were mirrors to reflect the beauty that was all around you.
This room is a spare quest room and office I believe, it was set up with a twin antique bed just waiting for some one to take a cozy nap on.
Every where you looked, you were in awe of what you were seeing, such inspiration to get going on my own holiday decorating.
The fire place mantel close up to see some of the detail, enjoy!
Even this
mannequin was all decked out for the holidays.
After enjoying all the wonder beauty in the house I was off to the shop to check out the great treasures to be found.This angel bird bath was in a special serene setting complete with white feathered angel wings waiting to go home with some one.
These cow girl boots come with a fancy lace dress and fir coat, quiet fitting for the holiday season I think.
I have been seeing a lot of silver, either shinny or matte this year in the decorating theme along with burlap accents. My drive home was fine, however I took the route I knew well since it was dark, I kept watching the temperature on my car as I was concerned about black ice, but I made it home just fine. The afternoon turned out to be a wonderful adventure, I was glad I went as the next day we had some icy roads up my way, and I do not venture out on them. I will post on my visit to
Monticello next, check out their blog to see what is happening there and the latest updates.
Welcome Spring! We are all so ready for spring, I think all around us. What a winter it has been. I ventured out to Auntie Joy's first sale of the season, what a treat.
Joy and I, I purchased this blue enamel pitcher and Joy gave me the daffodils. Joy and I go way back, I met Joy at The Oregon Garden Quilt show a few years ago, she gave me the confidence to start a blog, the rest is history, I am so ever grateful to her for all the blessings that have been giving me through this blog world. Thank you Joy!
Daffodils in all their glory in this flower stand.
Joy creates some of the greatest necklaces and bracelets, one of which I treated myself to.
How fun would it be to wear this to a girlie party!
These lockers sure evokes memories of days gone by, like High School, how about you?
Enamel ware I can not resist. Add some daffodils and they just pop!
Mr. Dave Joy's right hand man, what a special guy she has there. Joy will be at The Monticello Spring Garden Show, be sure and check her space out.
A visit to Monticello Antique Mall would not disappoint, as I write this they are preparing for their spring garden show, be sure and check it out.
Some one builds these great garden potting sheds for Monticello, you must check them out.
White with pink, certainly is my weakness. How about yours?
White ironstone never seems to go out of style. I have a great collection of pitchers.
I am so ready for some porch time, how about you?
A impromptu show from Barn House Boys would not disappoint, with Natalie adding her special touch to this show. This would be the start of our soon to be spring sales. What a great uplifting event. They held their show in this 1912 Venersborg School house, a perfect setting, don't you think?
Burlap, wood, linens and glass were all present at this great impromptu show.
Love, love these linen towels.
Oh to have a farm table, someday when I can remodel my family room and kitchen.
Linens and crocks some of my favorites.
I don't think many people can pass up these aqua canning jars, they have so many uses.
Love the stripes and the green jade dishes.
Be sure and check out The Garden Show at Monticello starting this Friday the 8th of April going through the May 30th. Enjoy!
