New Finds Wednesday

 New finds at Whimsy this week at our original store on 7th Street!

A very HAPPY sign sitting on vintage plaid suitcase and another overnighter piece is to the 

right tucked in a cabinet.

 I am a true lover of "honest paint"---paint that is original and vintage and if it has a few layers--all the better!

The two chairs above have a great green and some grey peeking through!

The awesome Adirondack below is chippy white paint and a star cut out as part of the original construction.

 The rustic black small chest has "coral" designed handles and really beachy!

 In both stores we have wonderful strands of gradating knobby sea stars that are wonderful!

 A whole collection of folk art masks made of coconut shells and pods and seeds and 

painted in vibrant colors and designs.

 In Gale's room, you will find lots of fun kitchen items and this treasure chest is stocked full of vintage

utilitarian pieces ready to use or display.

 Heidi from Recycled Denims has adorable change purses and each one is unique and embellished

with vintage buttons and fabrics.

 This green painted vintage table is so fresh! Love the color, and speaking of color--

how about some retro blue shoes?!

 Let's pretend we are in Paris as we peek into Laurinda's adorable collections.

 Each of these vintage perfume bottles is unique and tiny and a mere 2 bucks a pop!

 Oo-La-La! Love this swanky sheer vintage robe!

Come and explore our two stores in gorgeous seaside Carpinteria! 

Whimsy is open everyday form 11-5ish!

Vintage Fashion Friday

 Stunning.

 In these next few photos, you will see this gorgeous floral hat that 

is versatile for so many cool looks. This vintage wool sweater is very warm,

but gorgeous for a cool evening stroll.

 It is ALL about color and this outfit makes a statement like no other.

From the fantastic pink floral hat, to the turquoise scarf tied on as a blouse,

to the orange crinoline skirt! Wow!

 Layer on another white crinoline and you have a fantastic look!

 Throw on some cool ankle boots and voila--

a look that will make jaws drop, and heads turn!

 Here are few vintage white summery pieces that have been layered for a great look!

Check out the cool retro fashions and more coming in every day.

Add some spice to your wardrobe!

Cool. Hip. Vintage.

Whimsy Antiques

Open every day 11-5ish

Special thanks to:

photography by: Emily Rose James

Model: Orisha Jones

Make up: Stephanie Theimer

New Finds Wednesday

 Some wonders have hit the two Whimsy shops this week---and here is a bit of a sneak peek!

Above are some gorgeous hot pink knobby sea stars!

 This knot dress is the classic color combo of blue and green. Such an adorable style and look

right next to it at the fun retro bowl!

 Just in is the wonderful mid century furniture that is from Norway. We have 2 chairs and one ottoman. They fold and are very comfortable and in great shape for their age. I wish I aged so well!

 Below is an antique large mirror from Belgium. It would look great on a desk for a vanity or hung

on a wall. I picture it above a fireplace.

 Below is a great chippy Adirondack chair. Some great topiaries for your garden, too!

 Look at all this metal storage boxes. One can only imagine what they were originally used for. 

What could you use them for now? I am sure there are some creative thinkers out there!

 We have some awesome bracelets that we made from vintage belts. A steal for under ten bucks a pop!

 Love this moon light that hangs on the wall. It is very large--hard to tell, but the star is our 36 inch version,

so you get somewhat of a scale.

 Check out the vintage beaded flowers! Bring home a bouquet or make something fun with them!

 The tin candle holder is unique and love the patina on the plates! Ready for a good home!

 Vintage game wheel and dart game. Great graphics!

 These vintage floral enamel bowls would be perfect tucked into one of our vintage picnic baskets and

tablecloths and lots of yummy treats for a seaside picnic!

See you soon at Whimsy!

Open every day 11-5 ish.

Sometimes we open early and sometimes we stay open late.

We are always ready to accommodate your schedule--so if those 

hours don't work, give a call!

Vintage Fashion Friday

 Carefree vintage white blouse and drapey bouncy red vintage skirt

looking fun and oh so perfect for Summer coming right up!

 Do you have any red in your wardrobe? We have lots "in store" for you!

Head over to Whimsy for some amazing color for your vintage wardrobe

or add a little vintage to your existing wardrobe!

 This 1950's cashmere sweater is detailed in all the right places.

The tiny buttons on the back, the adorable collar and

pastel butterflies flying all over the front!

Have you ever worn cashmere?

You won't know what you are missing until you try one on!

We have plenty at Whimsy!

Special thanks to:

photography: Emily Rose James

model: Aya Noel

New Finds Wednesday

 So many new finds that are in both Whimsy shops--here are a few!

A fantastic vintage abstract from France! Love the gorgeous blues, purples and greens.

Hard to see in these pics, but this vignette is sitting on a fantastic antique farm table that is

from a nearby farmhouse that was built in the 20's!

 In the pic above, there are some cool vintage wicker encased jugs. We have a new load of sample jewelry

in and scattered through both stores!

 The folk art horseman and dragon just sold yesterday but it was too cool to not show you!

The graphics on the paper vintage potato sacks would look so fun in a kitchen or dining room!

Add some WHIMSY!

 Check out the wonderful cloche seed starters--a huge one and and a smaller version.

Below is a few of the "sample" jewelry necklaces--love the crown designs. $8 for necklaces--where else can you find such a bargain?!

 Look at the antique Happy Days Picture book! The graphics are just so vibrant and fun! 

We have Snoopy fun, too!

 A lucite cube table and a few retro Eames era chairs!

 Our seaside area is always changing. We have some gorgeous paintings and lots of decor that

would liven up any beach house!

 Such a cool vintage strawberry blouse shown with one of our bird totes.

Below is a tiny view of our massive cowboy boot collection.

 And here are the vintage pigeon trophies we have been talking about on Facebook.

By the way, we do hope  you "like" us on Facebook and check out our page!

Some great pieces coming in every day so please stop by and bring home some WHIMSY!