tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22786367814610720352024-03-13T11:49:02.298-07:00WHIMSY AntiquesWhimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.comBlogger176125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-16269348140234059952013-12-06T12:17:00.003-08:002013-12-06T12:17:40.851-08:00Try some WHIMSY for the Holidays!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ok, we are sure you can get creative with these fun vintage legs! Perhaps a shelf or a plant holder or maybe you have that space high up in your wall that just needs "something fun and different" !!</div>
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Our license plate pendants are a staple at<span style="background-color: #f3f3f3;"> <strong><span style="color: #cc0000;">Whimsy</span></strong></span> and are the perfect gift for anyone and of course, YOU! The back has a vintage snippet of a map or an illustration from a book under glass. </div>
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Our galvanized signs come in 3 words: EAT, home and love. They are surprisingly lightweight so give a jingle if you want one shipped!</div>
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The antique shutters are shaped like wings and with some super creativity, they would add such a fun touch to your home, or even just mounted on the wall on either side of a mirror or window or??</div>
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How about some elves to help you get into the Holiday spirit? These are so fun!</div>
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We are all about recycling at <span style="color: #38761d;">Whimsy</span> and these recycled dominoes are made into the cutest pendants. We have 20 different images to chose from! Did someone say Stocking Stuffers?!</div>
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Whooooo on your list loves owls? An oversized owl planter and our owl leather purses are adorable.<br />
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Some recent finds pictured above! We love hunting and are always on the lookout for fun finds to bring to Whimsy so that you can be sure you will find great things every time you visit!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;">Happy Holidays</span> from all of us at <span style="color: red;"><strong>Whimsy</strong></span>!</span></div>
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So embarrassed at how much time has lapsed since our last blog post! Since Instagram---which we post on nearly every day (hint hint--PLEASE follow us!!) blogging has taken a temporary back seat. But alas, here we are with lots of fun to show you some finds now in Whimsy! Both shops are decked out for FALL!</div>
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As soon as I put a pic of this quilt on Instagram, it sold and is going to Connecticut! Did I suggest you follow <span style="color: #cc0000;"><strong>whimsyantiques</strong></span> on Instagram? It is strongly suggested!! There are lots of vintage quilts that Ranell just brought in to our 7th Street Whimsy!</div>
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Orange is the New Black at our Whimsy on Linden!</div>
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We have a few of these cute metal picture holders that have many uses! Put one in your art studio to hold inspiration or in your child's room so they can put their own art to cherish!</div>
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The California signs by a California artist sell pretty quickly. They are on vintage barnwood and very well made!</div>
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The papier mache cat head is oversized and is equipped to have a light inside to make the eyes glow.<br />
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Below is another cool California Bear design done by another California artist. We carry these in many color variations and they have been very popular!</div>
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The recycled art of the Whale is a great touch for any seaside theme.</div>
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Hope your Autumn is going great and we look forward to seeing or hearing from you soon!</div>
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Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-40130702774914823702013-03-06T19:47:00.000-08:002013-03-06T19:47:02.327-08:00New Finds in Whimsy and Instant gratification<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sometimes we come across a lot of silly things. Recently I came across a huge bag of children's</div>
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plastic glasses with noses and these particular ones had mustaches and eyebrows!</div>
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For a few weeks we enjoyed handing these out to kids and they LOVED getting something free!</div>
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It is amazing how utilitarian things such as hangers are indeed works of art. Imagine the time it took to crochet a hanger. I think they are so lovely.</div>
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Both the shops are loaded with suitcases and we still love stacking them up</div>
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and repurposing them for all kinds of creative uses.</div>
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Laurinda has a fan club and as soon as she brings in a fresh load, it vanishes within days!</div>
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Her creativity and themes are so inspiring and we all enjoy her displays.</div>
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Another creative genius is Heidi and her space at <span style="color: #073763; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span> on 7th is filled to the brim</div>
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with creativity and recycled denim marvels! From lamp shades to wallets, Heidi is certainly the QUEEN of DENIM!</div>
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A very popular item at <span style="color: #783f04; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span> are the wine barrel peace signs and wine barrel hearts.</div>
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Come check them out--they are great wall art indoors or out on the patio.</div>
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Gale has an amazing collection of vintage prom gowns! Prom season (or maybe a Spring party)</div>
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is almost here so come check ou the super selection of vintage happiness!</div>
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So many vintage treasures await your scoping in Gales spaces at both<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: magenta;"> <span style="font-size: large;">Whimsy</span></span></span> locations!</div>
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A fantastic vintage sideboard is currently at <strong><span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span></strong> on Linden.</div>
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We have been bringing in lots of pastels for Spring and there is a great new Vintage garden space absolutely filled with pastels to warm up your Spring decor--inside and out!</div>
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Like I said before, Heidi is a whiz with the denim creations and you will want to grab some of these precious denim bunnies for Easter and Spring decorating!</div>
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put images on Instagram and Facebook. If you want daily glimpses into the shops and the latest finds, as well as pretty places I find and even my home--- take a peek or follow our Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/whimsyantiques">www.instagram.co/whimsyantiques</a></div>
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Meet lovely Laurinda. </div>
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Laurinda is a dealer at our Whimsy (on 7th Street) and we recently had the pleasure of visiting her </div>
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wonderful home filled to the brim of creative vintage living. Laurinda has quite a following at Whimsy and her home is something so wonderful--I couldn't take it all in on one visit so stay tuned for more on Laurinda's home in the Spring!</div>
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Inside and our, Laurinda's talents touch every square inch. I must say, the visual treat was like</div>
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magic. Laurinda painted the silhouette in the repurposed planter her husband Corby constructed.</div>
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A tower of vintage suitcases greets us as we enter the front door.</div>
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Vintage vignettes in every direction you look. This one was above the armoire.</div>
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Yes, I WISH I could live here. It makes me very happy since I am a vintage lover, of course!</div>
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Did I mention Laurinda is a quilter, too? Love her quilts featured throughout the house.</div>
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Corby is a genius, too. He makes old clocks and radios work like new, as well as fabricating every idea Laurinda comes up with. What a team!</div>
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Below is a red vintage watering can lamp Corby whipped up...I was drooling over that!</div>
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And I was in awe of the antique hoosier top with original paint that Laurinda used</div>
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as a display hutch. Repurposing at it's finest!</div>
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Wonderful vintage red fence panel with vignette that is inspirational!</div>
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There are french undertones throughout and the charm that oozes makes me feel like I am in</div>
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Laurinda mentioned she has a "thing" for pillows. Love the collection and oh so comfy! The hand hooked whale one was purchased at Whimsy!</div>
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What if the hokey pokey really is what it's all about? Loved Laurinda's unique treatment and</div>
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lighthearted approach on this vintage stand. How creative can you be?</div>
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Laurinda certainly takes the cake.</div>
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We were lucky to take our first view of her home during the holiday season. She threw together </div>
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winning holiday scenes that took my breath away.</div>
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Feast your eyes on the lovely vintage tea station!</div>
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Adorable polka dot strawberries that Laurinda whipped up look so whimsical amongst her treasures!</div>
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One of the Christmas trees was this fun pink one. Notice the display that includes a box of ornaments!</div>
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On the kitchen counter is a lovely blue polka dot collection displayed on an antique</div>
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Just a tiny peek of the outdoor fun. You will see more in Spring--I promise!</div>
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Oh, the old washing machine is a fountain, of course!</div>
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The old white church pew makes a perfect dining table bench.</div>
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Vintage book pages were applied to the wall behind the books above and on the surface of the hutch below with laundry starch. Laurinda says it works better than modge podge and comes off easily when you are ready to change things around.</div>
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When I asked sweet Laurinda what her favorite flea market find in her entire house was she said it was the American flag below. She actually left the flea market without buying it but made Corby turn around so she could snatch the vintage flag, complete with brown instead of blue behind the stars.</div>
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Today only a glimpse into one of the bedrooms--this is the Christmas-All-Year room!</div>
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Look at he vintage hankies that Laurinda made a sweet bunting out of...</div>
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The wonderful plaid vintage metal picnic items fit in perfectly....</div>
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Along with a vignette of vintage Christmas linens hanging as art on the wall!</div>
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Thanks so much Laurinda, Corby and adorable doggies!</div>
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We can't wait to visit again to show the rest of the house and the fabulous outdoor spaces!</div>
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The two <span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span> shops are full of holiday cheer and vintage goods!</div>
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We also snuck a few irresistible gift ideas that aren't vintage, but still so cute, </div>
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Sweet handmade figures above, although not vintage, sure to fit in nicely </div>
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Lots of wonderful vintage decor to spruce up any room in your cozy quarters.</div>
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The vintage light up Santa's that fly out the door have arrived! Last year our whole window </div>
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The selection of vintage ornaments keeps growing. We just (after this shoot) discovered a fantastic box filled with antique ornaments that are figural! Santa, owl,violin, and even a hot air balloon to name a few!</div>
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The gorgeous vintage mirrors above are encrusted with vintage glitz and seashells!</div>
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Love this wonderful old snowman! Great decor inside or out!</div>
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The pup purses are new, but they were so fun, we had to bring a few to <span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span>!</div>
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Sweet vintage doll and hippo above!</div>
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If someone on your list wants a vintage powder box, you will have great luck selecting some a t Whimsy! We have several and each one is unique!</div>
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Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-17273880949295166112012-11-16T12:10:00.001-08:002012-11-16T12:12:35.741-08:00New Finds<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Still holding on to Fall, and actually enjoying the cooler weather and some refreshing rain here!</div>
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Before we turn our <span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">Whimsy</span> shops into Winter Wonderlands featuring lots of vintage</div>
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Holiday finds, we are showing you some New Finds for your home and some great vintage ideas for</div>
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Check out the wonderful red lanterns. Would be cozy on your patio with candles! Check out the amazing long blue bench with original paint straight from a barn in northern California. Love the</div>
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old pickers ladder with all its original paint, too!</div>
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Just in is this fantastic vintage campaign chest and below is a matching desk.</div>
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This large woven antique textile would be awesome on your wall.</div>
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Behind a couch or as a focal point in a dining room, the possibilities are endless.</div>
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We may all be thinking Turkey these days, but how about a little humor with these </div>
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handpainted vintage meat signs from a grocery store in Colorado?</div>
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Above you see these great grape stake stars--they are rustic and fun!</div>
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Lots of ironstone in both <span style="font-size: x-large;">Whimsy</span> shops to make your table a vintage masterpiece.</div>
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And vintage silverplate to absolutely "WOW" your guests!</div>
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A vintage gorgeous hutch just in time for the holidays.</div>
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There's nothing quite like a 2 foot adorable cat head to get us in the mood for Halloween!</div>
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With our elections just a few weeks away, we have some fun with these vintage figural empties!</div>
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The whiskey is long gone, but the fun ceramic peices would be a great centerpiece at your </div>
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election night bash! </div>
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A lovely vintage dress with a fresh shipment of handbags. </div>
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We have a great selection of great sign letters and a vintage 3 peice glider set!</div>
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Some fun paper birds the add some receycled charm to your fall decor.</div>
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Love this sweet vintage large hutch. A punch of color is a great way to add some unexpected fun in your home. The possibilities are endless!</div>
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The antique cake stand is perfect for upcoming holiday get togethers!</div>
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Great vintage boots from the 60's!</div>
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Our seaside room is stocked year round with nautical treasures. Pictured is one of the pieces to</div>
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Hello blogging friends, very excited to share with you our recently redone website!</div>
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Still working on the Press page, but please take a look at what <a href="http://www.oliverandmichele.com/">Oliver and Michele</a> created so far!</div>
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I have been counting down the months, weeks, days and now it is a matter of hours!</div>
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I will be headed to <span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.junkbonanza.com/">JUNK BONANZA</a> </span>on Wednesday and am over the top excited!</div>
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We have lots of vintage pyrex in both shops!</div>
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High top red Converse just for fun!</div>
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Our new website is being constructed as I write this, and if there is anything you would like to see as part of our website, please let me know. I would love your ideas! We are excited to have a new website that will reflect <span style="background-color: white; color: red; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span>, with lots of vintage fun !!</div>
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Fall is clearly on the way, but Summer is giving us one last punch with sizzling temperatures, unusual humidity</div>
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Our two <span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> stores are packed with vintage fun!</div>
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Above check out the vintage white glider cleverly concealed under the oars, signs and pillows!</div>
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Spend the last days of Summer gently gliding on this awesome comfortable piece--so relaxing!</div>
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Above is our ode to Fall almost here and letting slowly go of Summer.</div>
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Keeping the fun alive with the Summer flower power floppy vintage hat and letting</div>
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the cool nights get a little toasty with a vintage flannel tied over a vintage plaid dress.</div>
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Your eyes may be playing tricks on you with these fantastic new handbags! They look like a drawing? Nope--they are really bags and perfect for eye catching carrying of your ipads, wallets and more. They actually hold a lot with zippers and compartments.</div>
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We just hit an amazing estate sale in Bel Air and you will love the finds we brought to <span style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span>!</div>
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Our seaside area is alive with new vintage finds, as well. </div>
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Kickin' it back downtown Carpinteria, barefoot and carefree Summer--</div>
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this wonderful vintage dress is simple and lovely. Little orange flowers dance all</div>
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have a classic beauty.</div>
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Throw on our sample jewelry at prices that will let you stock up,</div>
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and you have completed a very fun outfit. Bracelets are $12 and </div>
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dare I say this--hair accessories are $5!</div>
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An adorable look from <span style="color: #e69138; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span>, and styling and pricing that keep the fun going!</div>
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Here is a vintage stunner that is perfect for a Summer wedding, as a stand out bride. It is a below the knee</div>
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If you aren't headed for the altar anytime soon, this dress is so pretty, you will want to wear it to lots of special occasions. It has tiny rhinestone detailing, and a flattering cut. Simple elegance.</div>
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Looks absolutely stunning with this vintage necklace from our</div>
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vintage and antique jewelry selections at both <b><span style="color: #783f04; font-size: large;">Whimsy </span></b>locations.</div>
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Check back next week for more Vintage Friday Fashions. </div>
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Whimsy has a growing collection of vintage clothing that you will love.</div>
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Model: Cassie Mae Everett</div>Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-82362578038260063222012-08-08T07:00:00.000-07:002012-08-08T07:00:10.123-07:00New Finds Wednesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One of the beauties of decorating with vintage finds and antiques is the fact that your home becomes</div>
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unique. A true reflection of items and furniture that you have hand-picked to create your own style.</div>
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You won't go to the department store and find 40 of the same items--</div>
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but you mostly will come across one-of-a-kind</div>
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treasures when you cherish and decorate the "green" way!</div>
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Instant warmth and whimsy, this vintage fabric elephant is colorful and adorable. Plop him on a desk, or</div>
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a chest and what a statement you have!</div>
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Love the original paint on this vintage wooden work chest with tons of possibilities. It opens and reveals a few drawers. Imagine how cute a succulent garden would be planted in this, or it can be ideal for your art supplies. We have a few wine barrel peace signs in the shop. Love the recycling!</div>
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Below is a vintage candle holder from Italy.</div>
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Our newest seller in Whimsy is Cindy and her space is lots of fun! Starting with the</div>
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amazing designer fabric on the walls, to the AstroTurf on the floor, you will find her collections</div>
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wonderful! The painting of the man is by a listed artist and the solemn expression on</div>
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his face just seems to relax me every time I peer into her space.</div>
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Below him are vintage Japanese original hand tinted photographs in wonderful frames.</div>
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More elephants! These candleholders are large and bold and unique!</div>
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A great find is this vintage wooden folk art child's sand toy! All original--it is a large</div>
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piece that would certainly add character to any room.</div>
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If you think this is a crate of eggs, look again! A collection of wooden darners is more like it!</div>
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Start a collection--here is a great start!</div>
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A wonderful antique quilt is superb condition in Ranell's space.</div>
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To me this artist's palette IS ART! Gorgeous colors---great old wooden palette.</div>
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Come to <span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> on 7th Street and explore lots of vintage nautical finds!</div>
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This wooden shelf/chalkboard/towel rack is very large and very useful. Use in a kitchen, bath,</div>
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entryway...to name a few....</div>
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And the last featured item is this mid century mosaic piece of art is rather large and would make a </div>
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great statement indoors or out.</div>
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Hoping to see you at <b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span></b> soon!</div>
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A fresh flock of our leather owl bags has landed at <span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: large;"><b style="background-color: white;">Whimsy</b></span>!</div>
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We have all the great colors, so stop in or call and you can have your own!</div>
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Just in is this amazing wood painted sign!</div>
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Just the right amount of wear, this sign can't help but make you smile.</div>
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Above is a heavy cardboard and paper game/sign. Love the colorful graphics.</div>
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Signs, metal sign letters, vintage croquet art--<span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> has lots of fun for your walls.</div>
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New this week are these vintage teak Adirondack chairs with retractable foot rests. They have been refreshed in some cool white paint. Take a look at the 1953 "Sea Nymph" lamp! Gorgeous turquoise with</div>
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hints of red peeking through. And, the fun vintage table below her, is a perfect table to fill a little nook.</div>
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<span style="text-align: center;"> A cute little vintage chest, some mid century finds, and an Eiffel Tower lamp!</span><br />
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An instant collection of vintage sand pails!</div>
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Amazing vintage ties just came in...</div>
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This deer head, has just the right amount of shabbiness--it has a great look!</div>
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Yesterday, I had so many customers from France! This, my friends, is for you!</div>
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A great antique game from France.</div>
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Need any replacements for your Fiesta ware? We have a few pieces left and a great Bauer bowl.</div>
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Wonderful vintage dress and that glider would be perfect to enjoy these last few weeks of Summer!</div>
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I am truly a lover of vintage children's books as I adore the graphics.</div>
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This says it all!</div>
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If you see anything you are interested in, don't hesitate to call or drop an email.</div>
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Or, just drop a line and say "Hi"!!</div>
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Hope to see you soon at <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span>!</div>Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-19388313859499647582012-07-25T07:00:00.000-07:002012-07-25T07:00:01.722-07:00New Finds Wednesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Summer is zipping by. I mean, last night I saw 2 commercials for back-to-school.</div>
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Seriously, in July? That is depressing.</div>
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What isn't depressing is this amazing art piece from Finland above! In person it is huge (notice the </div>
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cool iron chair right next to it--that is for scale) Dated 1977, this art is fun and vibrant! It would certainly liven up any space. Before I brought it to <span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> today, I had it at home, and smiled EVERY time I looked at it. Just a happy and graphically pleasing bouquet!</div>
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Her is Cierra, who was a customer today in <span style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span>. I loved her retro hairdo and glasses.</div>
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She was adorable and she tried on this adorable plaid 50's dress. I loved it with her turquoise shoes!</div>
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Rumba anyone? Pick up this cool book for some pointers!</div>
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Just in is this amazing vintage Homer Laughlin set. </div>
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Sure, not all the pieces survived all these years but plenty did!</div>
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Above are some oversized hanging fishing floats. The capiz hanging pieces work great if you add a light inside. We have one done up as a sample. </div>
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Love the dream pet hippo sitting on the shoulder of this adorable 60's dress. </div>
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One of our sample necklaces <span style="background-color: white;">adds a little kick!</span></div>
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I am a big fan of vintage packaging and graphics. We have a load of fun examples at both shops.</div>
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Check out the vintage Salty Dog glasses and carrier. So fun and so complete!</div>
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This adorable antique Hiawatha doll from Canada is in very good condition and </div>
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Below is a 50's plaid western blouse with a cute oversized troll with her vibrant pink hair!</div>
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This colorful painted vintage tray is perfect for a summer party. Love the trees!</div>
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Hope to see you this Summer! Swing by <span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> and say howdy! </div>
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this blog post! Really, I do!</div>Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-90987483741595112112012-07-18T07:00:00.000-07:002012-07-18T07:00:12.137-07:00New Finds Wednesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #45818e; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> is absolutely brimming at both stores with new finds and lots of fun vintage for you!</div>
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We adore the Swimming Team photo from 1934! A great group to hang on your wall!</div>
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Below is a sweet white vanity that would be perfect as a desk or laptop station.</div>
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We have a new person in our 7th Street <span style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> and Cat's room is packed with finds!</div>
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Take a look at the 50's gown--tres chic!</div>
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Here's a closeup of some of Cat's barkcloth--she has some wonderful panels/sets!</div>
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Our seaside room at our <span style="color: #660000; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> on Linden has some new great furniture. Wonderful</div>
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distressed buffet and bedside table that has a high gloss finish. In person, it is stunning!</div>
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Love the sweet 1960's Dream pets in the shop. Look at he crab with an attitude and the happy lobster!</div>
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Aldean has some great vintage trims on spools.</div>
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You can be a master painter, with the help of Gale's antique book and some old paint brushes!</div>
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Look at the vivid yellow midcentury Danish tray. It has many possibilities!</div>
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Fun retro pyrex. In love with the dot patterns!</div>
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Recently we were featured in our local paper and here is a snapshot they took in <span style="color: #b45f06; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span>!</div>
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Thanks so much for peeking and as always, we look forward to seeing you soon!</div>Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-59394131690590995172012-07-11T07:00:00.000-07:002012-07-11T10:21:50.511-07:00New Finds Wednesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It is definitely Summer and we welcome all the smiling faces that come in every day to visit!</div>
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So much fun to meet folks enjoying their vacations in Carpinteria, or people stopping in on their way up or down the Coast!</div>
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We certainly have loads of new finds in both <span style="color: #45818e; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> stores! Check out the 1958 abstract painting above. Amazed at how modern a retro painting like this feels. The colors set the tone for this vignette.</div>
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Below is a classic midcentury chair that has great lines and is very comfortable, as well!</div>
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At <span style="color: #9fc5e8; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span>, you will find one of our staples<span style="background-color: white;"> is vintage seaside cottage furniture </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">and a term </span><span style="background-color: white;">we like to use is</span><span style="background-color: white;">"<span style="color: #134f5c; font-size: large;"><b>Coastal Country</b></span>". </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">The chest below just came in today and is perfect for a beachy look.</span></div>
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We adore the "Welcome to the Seaside wood sign with the retro art.</div>
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Our shops are brimming with vintage and antique books! They make great decor, and nice reads, too!</div>
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You will always find Fiestaware and vintage tole trays!</div>
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Have you ever seen our license plate pendants that Cammie makes? They are mighty popular!</div>
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A little peek into our Seaside room!</div>
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Love the angel wings on the classic form.</div>
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Some great vintage bathing caps and vintage eyeglass frames!</div>
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We really look forward to meeting you and hope you will stop by and say "I saw it on the blog"!</div>
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Hope you are enjoying your Summer, too!</div>Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-64072463063842796332012-07-09T15:43:00.005-07:002012-07-09T15:43:50.762-07:00Please give WHIMSY a helping handI have this little humble simple blog in the <span style="font-size: x-large;">huge</span> world of fabulous, amazing and extraordinary blogs (that I myself <span style="color: red;">LOVE</span> and follow). I don't think too many people even know my blog exists, but to me, it is SO important to share my two beloved shops called <span style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy Antiques</b></span> in the quaint seaside town of Carpinteria, California.<br />
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I am trying to reach out and ask for a little help---would you find a few moments to help us in the<br />
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Here's to a Happy 4th of July, my friends! As you glance upon this post, I am on a little trip to Cambria to celebrate my Mom's 80th birthday, What strikes me when I write that, is I recall vividly her 42nd birthday and making her a card. I remember thinking how old she was at 42, or at least that was my perception. My, how my perceptions have changed. Let's leave it at that....since I have been our of my 40's for quite a while..</div>
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Check out the vintage glider above! Let's celebrate the 4th sitting on that and sipping some mint lemonade, shall we? The adorable motel chairs are a perfect fit to create a lovely vintage seating arrangement.</div>
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We just put our very white bike out front of <span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> planted with succulents in the vintage basket.</div>
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Love Laurinda's take on a cuckoo clock! Pink is so fun!</div>
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Got in some terrific hand created signs. The ampersand is certainly a great "wow" piece!</div>
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Below, is our take on a patriotic setting. Adore the chippy rustic oil can!</div>
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Another great piece is the antique chippy white chest with glass knobs. </div>
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Always have our popular Sit and Stay handhooked pillows! Adorable red girl's vintage dress!</div>
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Vintage hanky pennants and fun chalk boards! Great message on this one~~</div>
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A fun green vintage cart with a crab! We heave lots of arrows in a a great selection of colors!</div>
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The weather in our quaint seaside town of Capinteria has been glorious and the beach is the place to be, in between trips to <span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> and all the great shops and restaurants in town!</div>
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Got some pretty fun signs in <span style="color: #274e13; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span> right now--some vintage and some are great reproductions.</div>
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The Raven Shoe sign is double sided, above.</div>
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arrows and stars, but you will love looking at our catalog, which has other cool symbols and great fonts of letters. Imagine how fun it would be to spell out your name or some other significant word and have it all lit!</div>
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The repro sign above looks amazing. We just got them in and only have one left!</div>
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Below is my favorite, a double sided hand Garden sign!</div>
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A little view into our seaside room, with that great arrow lit!</div>
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Great burlap pillow with pigeon design.</div>
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Check out the red arrow below near the antique japanese clock.</div>
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The sign above is a reproduction but the graphics are wonderful.</div>
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Imagine living when pies were only 23 cents. Kind of like the time when a boiled ham meal</div>
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Come check out all our new cool items at <b><span style="font-size: large;">Whimsy</span></b>!</div>Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-28143225055818417552012-06-24T13:45:00.000-07:002012-06-24T13:45:11.676-07:00Why I love what I do<div style="text-align: center;">
It may be obvious. Sure I am in LOVE with old stuff. In fact, I often feel like I am from a different era, but I can relate to so may eras so it is hard to know which one. One thing is for sure, when I find something old, it speaks to me. It makes my heart skip, actually.</div>
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Yes, I LOVE the thrill of the hunt, I love bringing the finds to my two stores, and I LOVE creating vignettes</div>
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with these treasures found at so many different locations, and bringing them together happily.</div>
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I LOVE my customers--each and every one--who can"appreciate" my efforts and see the beauty of what I create with these old finds.</div>
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I LOVE talking to the people who come in, hearing their stories and getting to know them. Some come in only once on their big trip to the U.S., others come in nearly every day to see what's new.</div>
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But, my passions in this field go much deeper than meets the eye.</div>
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I cherish the people that I meet at yard sales and estate sales. The families I have the pleasure of chatting with. Some are distraught selling their loved ones estates, others are ecstatic to finally clean out their garages and attics.</div>
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I hear such interesting stories about the treasures I find. I see places that are beyond words.</div>
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From mansions that you can get lost in, to serious hoarder houses that would repulse anyone.</div>
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I have been coast to coast treasure hunting, and some places and people that I see and meet have become part of who I am. </div>
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The little boy I met yesterday is one of those I will never forget. And his parents, as well.</div>
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The little boy, maybe 8, was a little man. He helped his parents with this absolutely daunting task of cleaning out his grandfather's repulsive hoarder house. He told me it smelled so bad, and I won't go into detail why, that he wished he could have had a mask on. The little boy told me that the items in that part of the garage were off limits--because they were "personal" to the family. </div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">He told me he wanted to be a Marine.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">He told me his uncle was in Afganistan fighting in the war. His uncle almost died the other day and his uncle has a wife and baby. A neighbor brought over a pitcher of ice cold lemonade for the family so the little</span></div>
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At this moment, I realized once more that my love for this work I do, is so important and the people that I meet are so important. In my own way, I can let their discarded items continue to stay on this planet, stay out of landfills, and hopefully enjoyed by my customers for many years to come. And in my imaginary world, those items will carry the loving spirits of the people who sold them to me.</div>
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We are in love with a new Summer fresh color---CORAL!</div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">We have refreshed some vintage pieces with this great color and love the punch it gives!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">The seats of these 2 vintage chairs have been reupholstered in vintage, yet so hip fabric!</span></div>
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Above is a flower power lightweight coat straight from the 60's!</div>
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Love the clown game---really a fun piece to use or just set in a corner for a little whimsy!</div>
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Just in are these vintage fruit crates. We got in a dozen and they have the greatest patina </div>
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and are just rustic enough. The possibilities are endless!</div>
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Our <b><span style="color: #ea9999; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span></b> window on Linden Ave. has the vintage wooden dolphins sculpture which was created out of</div>
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a solid piece of wood in North Carolina. The sculpture is extremely beautiful and extremely heavy! Would look perfect in your beach house or outdoors. It was previously outdoors and weathered nicely.</div>
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Another shot of the coral cabinet that would be ideal in a kitchen, hallway, bathroom, etc!</div>
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Got some great new finds in our "earthy room"!</div>
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Our <b><span style="color: #76a5af; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span></b> originals "A, B, Seas" photos are always available to create your own words,</div>
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and now we have made some fun bookmarks!</div>
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Why not grab your soul mate and head over to the beach, but first please visit our two fun shops downtown quaint seaside Carpinteria--<b><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;">Whimsy Antiques</span></b>!</div>Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-5639009151530281052012-06-13T07:00:00.000-07:002012-06-13T07:00:10.638-07:00New Finds Wednesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Summer is just around the corner, and in many ways, it has already hit <span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;"><b>Whimsy</b></span>!</div>
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Not just the smiling tourists that are visiting us, but the wonderful vintage finds are screaming SUMMER!</div>
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Above, is a sampling of this--from the 60's tunic, to the croquet set ready to come to your next barbeque.</div>
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We are always on the hunt for cool signs and we have some great ones pictured here. Above, is a great</div>
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vintage enamel sign to let everyone know that you claim the space as your own!</div>
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Red and white is a sure way to pep up your decor. We love the tickets sign below!</div>
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We love children at <span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span> and in both shops we have a great selection of finds for kiddos--like the</div>
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wonderful unique collection of antique chairs below!</div>
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Love this over sized cart that would be so fun overflowing with flowers in your front yard!</div>
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Wonderful collection of vintage bathing suits!</div>
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Amazing antique typewriter would be a statement right next to your laptop---would you agree?</div>
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Fantastic collection of vintage cookbooks. Love this Domino Sugar one--everyone can learn how to lose weight with sugar! </div>
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Not vintage, I know---but how can you resist American Apparel children t's and baby onesies at a mere $12 a pop?!</div>
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With Father's Day approaching rapidly, Whimsy is stocked with gifts that any Dad would love!</div>
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This antique Philco radio/ table is perfect for Dad!</div>
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Maybe your muscle bound father, would love a vintage sign?!</div>
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Or, a vintage apron to barbecue in?!</div>
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This little vignette is a bit random, but hopefully will make you smile!</div>
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3 brides and an antique cast iron elephant!</div>
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<b><span style="color: #bf9000; font-size: large;">Whimsy Antiques</span></b></div>
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Open nearly every day 11-5ish!</div>
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With Summer, you are bound to find us open early and close late---come check us out in</div>
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downtown Carpinteria!</div>Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2278636781461072035.post-35954587963318085292012-06-06T07:00:00.000-07:002012-06-06T07:00:01.297-07:00New Finds Wednesday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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New finds at <b><span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;">Whimsy</span></b> this week at our original store on 7th Street!</div>
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A very HAPPY sign sitting on vintage plaid suitcase and another overnighter piece is to the </div>
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right tucked in a cabinet.</div>
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I am a true lover of "honest paint"---paint that is original and vintage and if it has a few layers--all the better!</div>
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The two chairs above have a great green and some grey peeking through!</div>
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The awesome Adirondack below is chippy white paint and a star cut out as part of the original construction.</div>
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The rustic black small chest has "coral" designed handles and really beachy!</div>
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In both stores we have wonderful strands of gradating knobby sea stars that are wonderful!</div>
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A whole collection of folk art masks made of coconut shells and pods and seeds and </div>
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painted in vibrant colors and designs.</div>
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In Gale's room, you will find lots of fun kitchen items and this treasure chest is stocked full of vintage</div>
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utilitarian pieces ready to use or display.</div>
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Heidi from <b><span style="color: #45818e;">Recycled Denims</span></b> has adorable change purses and each one is unique and embellished</div>
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This<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #93c47d;"> <b><span style="font-size: large;">green painted vintage table</span></b></span></span> is so fresh! Love the color, and speaking of color--</div>
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how about some retro blue shoes?!</div>
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Let's pretend we are in Paris as we peek into Laurinda's adorable collections.</div>
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Each of these vintage perfume bottles is unique and tiny and a mere<span style="color: #45818e;"> <b>2 bucks</b></span> a pop!</div>
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Oo-La-La! Love this <span style="color: #e06666;"><b>swanky sheer vintage robe</b></span>!</div>
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Come and explore our two stores in gorgeous seaside Carpinteria! </div>
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In these next few photos, you will see this gorgeous floral hat that </div>
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is versatile for so many cool looks. This vintage wool sweater is very warm,</div>
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but gorgeous for a cool evening stroll.</div>
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It is ALL about color and this outfit makes a statement like no other.</div>
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From the fantastic pink floral hat, to the turquoise scarf tied on as a blouse,</div>
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to the orange crinoline skirt! Wow!</div>
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Layer on another white crinoline and you have a fantastic look!</div>
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Throw on some cool ankle boots and voila--</div>
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a look that will make jaws drop, and heads turn!</div>
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Here are few vintage white summery pieces that have been layered for a great look!</div>
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Check out the cool retro fashions and more coming in every day.</div>
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Add some spice to your wardrobe!</div>
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Cool. Hip. Vintage.</div>
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Whimsy Antiques</span></b></div>
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Open every day 11-5ish</div>
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Special thanks to:</div>
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photography by: E<a href="http://www.emilyrosejames.com/">mily Rose James</a></div>
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Model: Orisha Jones</div>
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Make up: Stephanie Theimer</div>Whimsy Antiqueshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03845437331331677053noreply@blogger.com0