From Out of the Past: 2008

We're Back - Well, Sort Of.........

We're back - well, sort of....... As you know, we closed the store in July and have been busy since then. We did take a wonderful vacation rafting in the Grand Canyon with six friends- a bucket list trip for sure. Now, we are slowly but surely getting rid of the inventory we have left in the store. We have a booth at Weekend Treasures and are excited about the upcoming Anniversary Celebration that will be going on next weekend, November 13-16, 2008. Please check out their blog for more information.

www.weekendtreasures.blogspot.com

Below, you'll find pictures of our booth and Charlie's artwork. I always knew he had artistic talent and lately, he's been working on it. He is painting on old boards and tin. Who knows what will be next. The mushroom painting is finished and is at Weekend Treasures. The rest are works in progress. He is enjoying it and I think he doing a great job. I've also included some nature shots I have taken lately. I'm experimenting with black and white plus the antique look. Let me know what you think.

As for this blog, I plan to continue posting. I've rather missed it. Although I won't be sending email notices unless something big is happening, I hope you'll keep coming to our spot to see what is going on.

Enjoy and we hope to see you at Weekend Treasures.

Charlie and Chris

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Charlie's Artwork

The Mushrooms

Works in Progress

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My Nature Shots

The first two I call "The Neighbors".

This deer was grazing late one afternoon. He is an eight pointer and this is the only shot I was able to get of him.

These turkeys were all in our front yard one morning. I think there were 13 in all. They hung around for quite awhile. The cat even when to check them out and it didn't bother them a bit.

I am experimenting with black and white plus the antique look. Not sure yet how I like it yet. Thoughts?

Five Shopping Days Left Until Doors Close

Happy Independence Day!

While out and about this weekend, don't forget to

come by the store and take advantage of our Going Out of Business Sale. There are only five days left and there are still plenty of bargains. We will be open from Saturday, July 5th through Wednesday, July 9th.

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Hours: 9:30-5:30 Sat.-Mon.-Tues.-Wed.

1:00-5:00 Sun.

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We hope that all of you have a safe and fun weekend while celebrating our independence!

Charlie and Chris

p.s. Check out http://www.bloomiesetc.blogspot.com .

EIGHT DAYS LEFT plus an Announcement

Hello Everyone,

Just a reminder that we are going out of business and will be open only eight more days! Starting next Tuesday, July 1st, we will be open straight through to the 9th

with the exception of July 4th.

Our dealers are also continuing to discount their merchandise and

things are really going out the door right now at great prices so don't miss out!!
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Now, for the announcement. I have been wanting to do something with my nature photos that I've placed on the blog so, I have created "bloomies,etc.". "bloomies,etc." is the company name for products produced from the photos. So far, I've only had time to make a few gift bags, gift tags, note cards, blow-up a picture for framing (which sold at the Auburn Alumni meeting this week) and create a blog. I have other projects in the process so stay tuned. We have a booth at Weekend Treasures in Griffin and I plan to put my products there.

Here is the blog link.

http://www.bloomiesetc.blogspot.com/

Check it out and please let me know your ideas and what you think.

I need all the ideas, thoughts and comments I can get!

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You know, you can't really beat a blue hydrangea for Southern beauty. This pretty blossom is from our house. The plant is putting out more and more flowers while our two other plants are just sitting there. I guess it just isn't their year to bloom. Maybe next year?

Take care and hope to see you before the 9th!

Charlie and Chris

OK, I'm guilty. While Charlie and I were walking in our driveway the other day, we saw this turtle digging a hole for her eggs. I thought she had the hole dug and was laying the eggs so I started taking pictures knowing she wouldn't leave until finished. After a few pictures, I continued walking and when we next walked by, she was gone with the hole halfway dug. I felt terrible! I guess she figured we were a risk to her babies. Little did she know that Charlie planned to stake off her area so we wouldn't run over the nest.

I hope she found another spot soon and I hope I get another chance to see a turtle lay her eggs. It is one of the things on my life's 'To Do' list. I'd love to see a sea turtle but you know, a simple box turtle in the yard would be just fine. What is on your list? Making any headway with it? The older I get, the more I seem to appreciate the little things and am in constant awe at what nature has to offer just in our yard.

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We are continuing our Going Out of Business Sale. Everything, except for a few items, is 30% off. Merchandise is leaving the building so make sure you stop by to pick up things you've had your eye on before it is gone. Below are pictures of items still available. Our dealers all have discounts on their items as well.

A large very old blue and white bowl. This scene on the side is repeated

around the bowl and inside.

A Flow Blue Soup Cup by Ye Old Historical Pottery of Staffordshire, England.

German - Konigl.pr. Tettau Serving Bowl

Old Schlitz Serving Tray

Cake Plate

Toby Mugs

As always, take care, have a great week and come see us!

Charlie and Chris

Hello Everyone,

It has been two weeks since I've posted and I've missed it. We've just been too busy for me to get to the blog. If you are from the Griffin area, I hope you saw the BRAG (Bike Ride Across Georgia) that came through this past weekend. Our house is on the route going to Macon from Spalding High and we got to see loads of bikers pass by early Monday morning. We had five of them (my brother-in-law and friends) spend the night Sunday night. It was fun listening to their stories about the ride from Oxford, the heat and their past rides. The ride ends, after 433 miles, in St. Simons on Saturday. I road BRAG three years with friends and we had a blast! Right now, I'm sorry to say, I don't think I could ride an hour or 10 miles without really, really hurting.

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Now, on to business. Yes, we are still closing our doors on July 9th and there are great bargains to be had. Our dealers are discounting their merchandise along with us. Don't let these good deals get away!

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A few weeks back, I posted a picture, called "Promise", of the bud of a day lily just beginning to open. The lily, plus many more, has opened and I thought you'd like to see the promise fulfilled. Isn't it stunning!

Below the lily, you'll see more items from the shop.

Enjoy and hope to see you soon!

Jugtown Green Frogskin Glazed Four Handled Jug from North Carolina

in the 1930's

Sterling S&P Shakers

Unique Jewelry Size Box

Local Advertisement Memorabilia (we have several of this type of local advertisement items)

Two Mount Vernon Prints - One showing the "East Front" and the other showing the "West Front".

Signed and Numbered Joy Evans Print (sorry about the glare from the glass)

Have a great week!

Charlie and Chris

Big News From Out of the Past

We have some big news to tell you.

Charlie and I have decided to retire again and close the store. This 4+ year venture has been great. We've met wonderful people, had loads of fun, learned a lot and basically thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We know that although we want to stay in the business in some form or fashion, we are looking for some more flexibility with our time.

The business is for sale so if you know someone who would like to get into the antiques business, please send them our way!

We plan to close on July 9th so right now, we are ready to bargain. Our dealers are having sales as well so now is the time to get some really great deals!

Pictured are more great finds from our dealers and us. There is something for everyone but first, you know I have to start off with a nature shot.

One evening, while sitting on the porch and discussing closing the store, all of the sudden we noticed this little guy strutting across the porch puffing out his throat trying to find a girlfriend, I guess. Anyway, I ran in to get my camera and was able to get a few pictures of him on this flower pot. Obviously he wasn't trying to impress me because he refused to puff anymore. I guess he knew I was 'spoken for'. Ya think?

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Geerpres 10 gallon mop bucket - great as a planter

Leaf dish from 1954-probably a ceramics class project

Coffee Grinder

Old cookie cutters

Salt and Pepper Shakers - Aren't they cute!

As always, Charlie and I wish you the best.

Charlie and Chris

Hello From Out of the Past

Wow, what beautiful weather we've been having here in the South. Each day seems to be prettier and prettier. Thankfully, we missed the horrible storms that swarmed around us.

Hope all of you did as well.

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Last week, I featured furniture we still have from the estate sale two weekends ago. This week I've featured some sterling flatware pieces. They are the Repousse pattern by S. Kirk and Son. I'm not sure of the dates of this pattern but my research indicates it may be 1932-1961. No matter how old it is, the pattern is stunning! I have also featured some interesting items we have around the shop.

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First, of course, is my nature shot. Every year in the Spring, at the base of an old pecan tree we have in our yard, this beautiful clover appears and then blooms and blooms and blooms. This picture really doesn't do it justice but I do like the contrast of the blossoms with the bark.

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Repousse Lettuce Fork

Repousse Salad Forks (we have 12).

Martini Shaker

Egg Basket

Hob Nail Milk Glass Pitcher with 6 glasses

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Have a great week and hope to see you in the shop.

Charlie and Chris

Greetings

Greetings From Out of the Past

A big thank you goes out to all of you who helped make the estate sale last weekend a success. We sold loads of smalls but not as much furniture or silver as we did during the estate sale we had in February. So, with that in mind, I've taken more pictures of the furniture available and if you are looking for a deal, come and get it.

I've also featured items in the shop. Note the license plates and the Grandfather and Grandmother figurines below. The grandparents are really piggy banks and have "Retirement Fund" written on the back. The license plates are from one of our dealers who specializes in them. He has over 500 in his personal collection plus numerous others for sale from all over the U.S. In fact, he and his wife are heading to California soon and will be on the search for more while on their trip.

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News from the sidebar:

Make sure you check out the pictures of great things from our dealers featured on the sidebar. They all really have an eye for finding

unique and fun antiques and collectibles.

Also on the sidebar is a new link to the local cottage industry, Kitsch N Sink Studio. Kristine of Kitsch N Sink, specializes in primitive and whimsical art. Click on the link to see her creative and fun work.

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Last but not least, I'm once again starting this posting off with a nature picture. The one below is of a day lily bud at our home. This particular lily was given to me by a dear friend who also happened to be a fellow educator and our oldest son's first grade teacher. (She retired after having him - coincidence? Sure hope so!). Anyway, she, along with her grandchildren, gave them to me when I retired and I have split them up several times since then. I am really looking forward to seeing the blooms! Stay tuned. I usually don't name my pictures but when I saw the bud, the word 'promise' stuck in my mind so this one is so named.

Promise

Paul has plates from Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Lousisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee,
Texas and Utah in the shop.

This is a stunning tablecloth and napkin set. It is Irish Linen with cotton lace and has never been used. There are 12 18" matching napkins.

The grandparents piggy banks. How cute are these!

Old bread crock

Still in the box, a Comfy hot water bottle.

And now for the furniture:

This cherry table was bought in the 1950's. It is a Hinkel Harris piece from Winchester, Va. The chairs, also solid cherry, were bought in the late 50's or early 60's right here in Griffin and are Traditional Willett. The Willett Furniture Company was based in Louisville, Ky.