~Getting Ready for Remnants of the Past Antique Show~

Mark your calendars for April 30th 2011!  Get ready Nipomo here we come!!  I can hardly wait, the trailer is getting packed with loads of treasures for one of my favorite shows of the year, Remnants of the Past Antique Show.  Located on the beautiful Dana Powers Property, and put on by the beautiful and talented Judy Watkins of  Well... La de da Productions.  Judy has invited some of the most incredible dealers from all over the state.  Be sure to check out Judys  blog here.  Judy introduces all of the dealers on her blog as well as some pictures from some of the past events.  

 Judy Watkins

Pictures of our booth last October:

Bring your truck!  There is so much to choose from!  I hope to see you there....we will be set up in booth 30 and 31 outside.  Show starts at 9:00 am and will be open until 4:00 pm.  See you soon!  :)

Karyn's BEAUTIFUL FRENCH Booth at The Agoura Antique Mart

I couldn't wait  to show you my friend Karyn's booth at The Agoura Antique Mart.  I'm so blessed to have met Karyn, we have quickly become friends and junque buddies.  Her booth will take your breath away!  PURE EYE CANDY!  Karyn has lived in London and France and most of her pieces were brought here to the States.  One of a kind items, her style is amazing! I love how she puts it all together...I want the entire vignette........

Look at those incredible wood carved finials!  Gorgeous chandeliers sconces, and mirrors!  

By far my favorite piece!  Antique European Wash Stand!  Talk about one of kind!  The PATINA is do die for!!  The bird cage in the corner is another amazing piece!  

Can you see the HAND CARVED FACE FROM BALI?  This is what I mean Karyn's booth will take your breath away!! :)


Iron benches, burlap love seat, pillows....Karyn's booth is a must see at The Agoura Antique Mart.. .

French Enamelware Canister Set, Iron Candle Sconce,  Beautiful Prints....and look at that cupboard....... PATINA..

 If you love French Style you are going to LOVE this booth!  I hope you enjoyed the tour...now come visit Karyn at The Agoura Antique Mart, located in the Whizin's Center in Agoura Hills, CA.  
Thank you Karyn for allowing me to share your booth with my blog friends!  xok 
 Linking to The French Cupboard here 
Linking to Cindy's Romantic Home Show and Tell Friday here
Linking to Common Ground Vintage Inspiration Friday here 
Linking to Chic on a Shoestring Flaunt it Friday here
Please take a moment to visit these linky parties there is always so much inspiration!  Also you can visit The Agoura Antique Mart Blog 
here 
Linking to The House in Roses Show off your Cottage Monday!! here
Linking to Capers of the Vintage Vixen for Bloggers Bodega here 
Linking to Faded Charm Kathleen's White Wednesday here

Enjoy :)

~Jeanne d' Arc Living 3rd Edition has ARRIVED~

Just arrived...and I ran to the computer!  The 3rd edition of Jeanne d' Arc Living Magazine has just arrived!!  I sell these quickly and only receive 10 copies so let me know if you want one.  You can also pick up a copy at The Agoura Antique Mart in Agoura Hills, CA.  (call before you drive to make sure to we still have them)   818-706-8366.  If you would like me to mail you a copy please email me at forty4caliber@yahoo.com and I will invoice you thru paypal.  $32.00 plus 3$ shipping.  Here are some images of this most sought after magazine sweeping the U.S.  drool, drool.......
update only 4 copies left!
 

By far the prettiest magazine ever!!  This issue is to die for...you won't want to put it down!  :)
Linking to Common Ground Vintage Inspiration Friday here
Linking to My Romantic Home, Cindy's Show and Tell Friday!~ here 

~VAKRE Magazine and More French Enamelware from Aline~

VAKRE Magazine has ARRIVED!  We've  been counting the days since January for the arrival of the 2nd issue of this fantastic French Nordic Style Scandinavian Magazine.  Even though Vakre is written in Norwegian, a pictures tells a thousand words.  Lots of beautiful inspiration! 
Update only 3 copies left!
 

 Just a little taste of ......inspiration.....If you would like to purchase a copy, I have a limited amount.  Please email me at forty4caliber@yahoo.com and I will invoice you thru paypal..or you can mail me a check.  25$ each and 3$ shipping. Also available at The Agoura Antique Mart located in the Whizin's Center in Agoura Hills, Ca.   You will love this magazine! 
On another note...Aline sent me more pictures of her brocanting in France and this time she found some beautiful enamelware!  If you are a collector she is your source!  Aline finds the most beautiful sought after pieces EVER!!  She sells to many people in America and Japan. Check out her latest finds...

If you see anything you LOVE or you have something on your wish list.......please don't hesitate to send Aline an email at pics.again@hotmail.fr  or you can view her beautiful French items on Ebay here 

You will find many French Enamelware pieces at her Bluecherry site on ebay!!  Have a great week..thanks for stopping by!

Linking to Capers of the Vintage Vixen Blog, Bloggers Bodega here
Linking to Faded Charm's (kathleen's) White Wednesday here
Linking to The French Cupboard here

Agoura Antique Mart Sidewalk SALE!!

Come join in the FUN at the Agoura Antique Mart Sidewalk SALE!!  Lots of FABULOUS Dealers are setting up outside to bring you some amazing pieces at incredible prices!  I'm personally bringing a full trailer of specially priced antiques and vintage items.  This event is for one day only Saturday March 26th, 2011 starting at 10:00 am and ending at 6pm.  Shop early for the best selection!  
The Agoura Antique Mart is located in the Whizins Shopping Center 28863 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills, CA.  Call if you need further directions  818-706-8366.  You can also check out the Agoura Antique Mart Blog and see what is new and HOT!!  You can click here  to view the blog.
I hope to see you there!
Here are some of the items you will find in my booth,  all marked down...look for the red prices!!
Linking to Kathleen's White Wednesday here

 Lots of vintage suitcases!  Antique filing cabinet from the Santa Monica Clerks Office C 1920's!  In MINT Condition!

 An Amazing Italian hand carved buffet!!

Lots of garden furniture, statuary and planters!!

Custom coffee table and kitchen island

 

 

 

 

 

~More of my friend Aline's Flea Market Treasures from France~

I feel so blessed to have such a good friend in France.  I introduced you to Aline in a previous post here.  We have been friends for a very long time (although we have never met in person).  We keep in touch by emailing each other weekly.  We talk about France alot because someday I would love to move there.  We talk about her grandchildren and how they are growing.  We talk about her children and husband.  I especially love when we talk about the French flea markets, and every now and then she sends me beautiful pictures of her finds.  I was so thrilled to see her latest treasures and her pictures she sent yesterday.  Now isn't she special to think of me!!!  Thank you Aline.....and Thank you for letting me share these with my blog readers!  
I love to leave Aline's letter just the way she wrote it:  enjoy!  If you would like to visit Aline,  you can visit her Ebay site Bluecherry here.  She ships worldwide!  If you are a lover of French enamelware, you will be amazed at the beautiful pieces she has!  If you see anything you like you can contact Aline here:  pics.again@hotmail.fr..........just tell her you saw her on my blog!! 
Linking to Show and Tell Friday at Cindys Romantic Homehere

Linking to Fingerprints on the Fridge Feature yourself  Friday here
Linking to Chic on a Shoestring Decorating check it out here
linking to Common Ground  Vintage Inspiration Friday  here
 

Past week-end in Avignon, Judea trees were blossoming in pink at the base of the antique walls of the citadelle.
Even the local hairdresser's petite 2 chevaux was pink rose and green !!!

We went back home with our Renault Espace brimming to the roof with divine shabby chic treasures.

Want to see them "en avant-première" ?

I found vintage 50's floral bedcovers, antique confit pots, a USA school map,

a beautiful hat suitcase, a pair of rose sconces, a gorgeous Art Deco cemetary vase,

a hemp grain sack and a cute cement curled cherub head !

~My Friend Fifi O'Neill's New Book Romantic Praire Style~ And MY Porch Cover~

I think I start out almost everyone of my post with "I'm so excited"  BUT really I am!  My Friend Fifi's new book Romantic Prairie Style is so close to release.  If you haven't already done so...you can pre-order it at Amazon here .  Also you can get a little preview of some of the pictures featured in the book on Fifi's blog post here.  Lots to drool over ladies!  Here is a picture of the cover...

You can visit Fifi's blog to learn more about her book, and if you have never visited her blog before...plan on an all day visit!!!  Here is the link to Fifi's blog.

Now for some other news, I would like to give a huge THANK YOU TO  Fifi O'Neill a contributing editor for Country Almanac Magazine,  along with Mark Lohman and Sunday Hendrickson for all their help and support in getting my porch on the cover!  Just arrived on the news stands this week!  I'm so honored and thrilled!  THANK YOU~THANK YOU~THANK YOU!!!  Here is a picture of the cover....

 There is also another picture on the inside on page 6...a little bit more styled.  We had so much fun shooting this cover!  Thank you again to all involved!  xokathee

Also if you get a chance go over to Dreamy Whites blog as she was not only featured in Fifi's new book, but also in Country Almanac Magazine!  Her blog is beautiful also!  Click here 

Linking to Cindy's Romantic Home~ Show and Tell Friday~ here.

Check out all the entries!  Thank you Cindy for hosting!   

Linking to Flaunt it Friday also here
Linking to Feature yourself Friday here
Linking to Debra's Common Ground Vintage Inspiration FridayHere