{On the Way to the Yard Sale}

It sounded like the sales I dream of...

In a barn, generations of treasures, ...finally being sold.
It was actually just a few miles away, but down a street I never venture.
A flower {seed} farm was on the same lovely country road.



The Barn was not so easy to find, but on the property I snapped some pics to give you an idea of how my inner-dealer-hunter-gatherer-gal with the vivid imagination- self was simply ready to find this treasure barn and start digging!
What, a lake on the property?! Am I still in Kansas? I mean Santa Barbara!

Remnants that sparked my interest and enthusiasm even more...

This property was seriously gorgeous!

I loved how the 50's yellow dining set was hanging out in one of the gazebos.

Do you see the old structure hiding under the sea of life?!

And another exhibit that struck my country heart.

Oh, you want to know about the sale. I have to say I was so disappointed that I didn't snap one measly picture. Nope. There was nothing. A college guy stored his old junk, and I do mean junk in the barn, which ranged from plastic hampers to ripped towels. No Whimsy worthy treasures there.... but it was well worth the trip!

And, a girl has to dream!

Meet Cheryl

Why did you decide to become an antique dealer?

It's a thrill to go out and see what's waiting to be discovered. It never gets boring, each day there is something new. After finding treasures, one of my favorite things to do is research about the things I've found. I am completely fascinated with the history of items.



What is your decorating style at home?

Kid proof, lol! I am a Mother of two precious little girls.





What do you like to bring to your Whimsy clients?


Only the best. Whether its architectural items or fun games, everything is hand picked by me.





What is your philosophy regarding using antiques in today's world?

You'll find a lot of repurposed items in my space. Their is such beauty in chippy, tattered and torn items. I hope it inspires people to do a little repurposing themselves. It's truly rewarding to know something that could have gone to the dump is now enjoying a new life.


Thanks!


Cheryl

past and present

Whether it's the past, the present and the unusual,

you never know what you'll find

at Whimsy's!

a fresh peek at Whimsy on 7th

The garden room received a transformation on 7th Street.
It is now a nuetral pallette with blacks, whites, creams and woods.

It was such a hit that we got cleared out right after I took these pics, and now you will find some unbelievable treasures. Some great mid-century pieces that add a great twist that
we found just this past weekend!

Hope you can stop by to see this space and let us know what you think!

As always, trying to keep it FUN !!

But you know me, COLOR is still abundant in Whimsy!!

By the way, this is just a sign for your home or pool--not our real hours.

We are still open every day 11-5 and in the summer, you might find us open early and close late--we love all the visitors!

beautiful boy of mine

A day before Ethan was to go to Camp Oasis at the Painted Turtle , we had some mother/son time at one of our mutual favorites in Summerland--The Sacred Space.
I can be stressed to the hilt, but when I enter the door, I find myself soothed by the music and ambiance and all the visual splendor of this place. The energy is positive in every way possible.

Ethan decided to read some journal entries, before we added our own.

The peacefulness of the outdoors is inspiring and I think he
says he "could live here" every time we visit.

Crystals and flowers and color everywhere....

Grapes growing from the eaves were a special sight to take in this time...

From the gift shop looking out---imagine a view from your home that was this perfect...

Thank you , son. I am glad we share the same definition of peace and beauty.

I hope you have a great week at Camp.

shhhh...secret sale at whimsy antiques

okay, here's the scoop. I am trying to see how many of you check the whimsy blog and this is my secret experiment.

if you see this post and mention that you saw it on our blog, you will receive $5 off any one item of CNK (that is me) over $5.

can you keep a secret?

Offer expires July 25--sunday.....

flying in for fun at Whimsy Antiques

Do you love birds as much as we do? Fly in to both Whimsy locations soon and you will find vintage bird items of every kind imaginable.