A Few of my Favorite Things - REPOST

We are running out of time – I really think each year we have less and less time between Thanksgiving and Christmas!  Don’t you? I mean, I KNOW there are about the same number of days, but sometimes it just seems like we have less each year. 

I keep having friends ask me, “What do you have up in your shop that you would give as a gift for someone who (INSERT WHAT EVER HERE!)”.  I have only been stumped once.  And they were much more specific…ok, I have to share, because it is just too funny!

Kendall: Thanks for calling ARTifacts, this is Kendall.
Customer:  Yeah, I really need to find a special gift for a family member.  Do you have any wood or metal trouts?
Kendall:  Wood….or….metal….trouts….that is a good one.  Nope, sorry – can’t help you at all!!

True story.  They wanted a wood or metal TROUT.

Anywhoo – here are the answers to everyone that has ever asked me that question (minus the trout lady – wish I could have helped her!!)

 

YOu can go to the photo gallery for a complete description of these items on my list of a Few of my favorite things!!

What are you favorites at ARTifacts? I will share photos, just tell me!

See you downtown!

Ashley’s New Digs

Ashley has moved to a new locale too!  She is closer to the front now in a booth quite a bit larger then before!  Now Ashley has more room to show off her unique view of life through her photography.  She also has many 70s style collectibles that tickled her fancy.

I love this idea!  Ashley took her very fun vintage umbrella and hung it on the ceiling after filling it with vintage photographs!  It really sets off her style and sets a tone for her booth and what you will soon see!

Don’t miss out!  See you downtown!

2010 Rivers & Spires!

So, we are half way through the 2010 Rivers & Spires Festival!  I hope you have made it down or have plans to make it down today or tonight – don’t want to miss the Charlie Daniel’s Band!

Just wanted to give you a few photos of our booth out on Franklin Street, in front of Hodgepodge.  We are having a great time and meeting lots of new people.  Don’t forget to stop by and say hi!

This photo features items from The Loose Potter, Artistic Eye, Jennifer Reverri, The Dollhouse, Jo Rhoads Antiques, Gabriele Wardiener, and Oh Baby!

Here we have items from Relative Collections, Ashley RIchardson – Photography, and others.

More pieces from our fantastic vendors – including Sharla Adams Jewelry, Vintage Mary, and others.

Featured here is Bob the Builder, and more.

Thanks to all the vendors who helped out in the booth this year – our involvement in this event wouldn’t be possible without your help!

Cheers!!

Birthday Raffle Winners!

Thanks to all who came by on ArtWalk night, and for our Birthday Celebration! Of course, we had a drawing for all kinds of wonderful items donated by our incredible vendors! Thanks so much to our vendors!

Our first three winners happened to come in before I got a chance to take a photo - so I am taking these photos from my stock images of the store.

Our first winner is Patsy Dollar, who received Gabriele Wardiener's artcards! Congrats Patsy and thanks Gabriele for your contribution!


Next winner is Jenn Stewart! Jenn won an Angel of Reclaim donated by Kathy Owens. Kathy makes these incredible angels from all recycled items. Old door hinges, knobs, fabric bits, jewelry, etc - all put together to make this incredibly fun collectibles! Congrats Jenn! And THANKS Kathy!
Next, Angela Titus (yes, Jen's sister in law - this wasn't rigged, I swear!!) won a drawing by Gail Meyer. This is a collection of Gail's mini easels - but Gail had donated a 5x8 painting of grapes in a bowl. Thanks Gail! And congrats Angela!

The next winner is Nancy Irby! Nancy you have won this beautiful 4 strand vintage necklace donated from Vintage Mary.

Our next lucky winner is Dianne Beech! Congratulations to Dianne who won 4 bars of handmade soap from Seay Soap. This soaps are not only highly aromatic, but also beautiful! Made using the cold process - they are also hard to find! Enjoy them Dianne!

Stacy Gazenski has won 3 of Ashley Richardson's whimiscal and very unique photo art cards! Ashley has a great eye for photographing everyday photos in a totally different light/angle/way that makes the photo unique and special. Excellent for framing or as cards to loved ones. Congrats Stacy and thanks Ashley!

David Straka is the winner of this exquisit wire wrapped bracelet donated by jewelry artist, Rachel Ison. Rachel's wire wrapping is positively amazing - she makes rings, bracelets, pendants and more. This is just one of her amazing jewelry artistic talents! Thanks Rachel and congrats to David!
Jordan Gibby is the winner of one of The Dollhouse's darling clothespin girls. This one is a Valentine gal - but she makes all kinds of different ladies for collecting and playing. Thanks for this donation Dollhouse (Casey Atkins!) and congrats to Jordan!

Congratulations to all our winners! Come get your prizes!

Cheers!

Kendall

Eight Maids A Milking

On the eighth day of Christmas my true love gave to me -----

Purchase 3 photo cards from Ashley Richardson's booth (#10B) and receive the 4th card for free!!! Have you seen her cards? Amazing! She photographic style is very unique - and Ashley has taken photos of the local area and made this beautiful collection of cards for all to enjoy! Already a great deal, this makes it almost highway robbery to take advantage of this generous offer!

Next is booth 05 - Bob Williams builds all kinds of furniture forall your needs. Tables, side tables, pie safes and more. Come in and purchase anything over $50 and save 15%
How is your Christmas shopping going? We have all kinds of gifts that are special, unique, and one of a kind! Let us help you find that special something at ARTifacts!

Seven Swans A Swimming

Ashley Richardson has a great imagination & a fabulous eye for photos that will be unique and special. I love her collect of photos and I know you will too.


For the 7th day of Christmas Ashley is offering 1 free photo card when you purchase 3 cards.