Gary Did It Again--Another Truckload of Fun!

When Gary comes home from a farm, you never know what he will have on the truck. He stacks and packs and comes in the house to let me know that he had a great day! Glad it was only 93 degrees cause those barns and coops can get hot! He didn't care. He was in heaven. These are a few of the items he brought home. Some of the other stuff really needs some TLC!!

This cow was on the outside of the barn. At first the farmer wasn't going to let it go, but this trip he had changed his mind. I collect cows and Gary just knew I would want to keep it. I'm not sure yet. You know, that doesn't pay the bills!.

One of the most awesome wooden lawn chairs I have seen. I think we'll save it for Marburger Farm. It looks like it belongs there.

Another chair with old white paint. Actually there were two of these but they would only part with one. Oh well, maybe next time. I think it is going to Marburger Farm too.

This old metal/tin sign is wonderful. It was hanging in one of the barns. I think it will go either to Bishop Hill--up Northern Illinois to a country show, or maybe to Nashville this fall.

As we gather more stuff for our shows and for the shop, I'll keep you posted, but as always, if you are interested in anything, let me know by emailing countrymeadows3@charter.net

Until next time,

Pam

We're Back from Indiana!

Is there a better way to get in the mood for an antique show than following an old-timer car! No it's not mine, I don't know them, but I love the car!
Their friends were right behind them. I love this car too!

We made it to Elizabethtown, Indiana in about 5 hours. The speed limit sign slows you down so you don't miss the town!

This barn is the antique shop "Nichols n Dimes" where the show was held. Judy and Bob Nichols have some of the most beautiful property I've seen in a long time. Gary took a lot of pictures of the gardens and I'll save them for another post.

You don't see many barns with the vibrant red paint anymore. It is beautiful.

A huge tent and some smaller ones were set up between Judy's house and the barns. It used to be the pasture for her sheep.

We were in the right corner of the big tent. It was a great spot!

Here are some pictures of our booth. Gary found this old rooster weathervane on a farm here is Illinois. Someone shot part of the tail off, but it is still awesome. It has aged very nicely! The old farm table is so sturdy you could dance on it. The chairs are mustard in color with stencil.

Pictures of smalls including silver and ironstone platters.

I had all kind of small things in little bags and seed packets too---all clipped on this rack.

This big cage is from the same farm as the rooster weathervane. It has a perch inside, so it must have been used for some sort of fowl or poultry.

A trunk on a trunk. The bottom one sold. Yippee!

Gary loves old iron things like this arrow. We have a guy that makes the stands for things like this. Gary is a nut about whirligigs too.

Another shot of the booth. It was only 10 x 20 so we crammed it full as usual.

This folky little airplane is made out of old things like bolts and nuts. It is really cool.

The grungy green painted shutters went to a new home. The different thing about this sale is that the hubby saw them, put a hold on them, and called his wife. Usually it's the other way!

Who doesn't love these old lawn chairs. And the colors were terrific. They sold too! Actually, they sell themselves. Great color and all you have to do is get the customer to sit in them!

All in all we had a great time, the weather held out for us even during travel. I think it's good to be back home---I haven't decided yet.

Until next time,

Pam

"A Country Gathering" in Elizabethtown, Indiana

I'm busy getting ready to leave next week for a great show in Elizabethtown, Indiana. We've never done this show but have known Judy Nichols--the owner of Nichols & Dimes Antiques for many years. She's one of those dealers that you feel like you have known forever. Finally, this year it has worked out that we can go. It's only about 4 1/2 hours from home! Pray for good weather! The show is held on her farm property, we'll be in a big tent! Anyone that knows me knows that I'm afraid of storms! I'm the first one to run for cover!!!! Check out Judy's website--www.nicholsndimesantiques.com. She has a knack for display, and a good eye for quality. I'll keep you posted!

Until next time,

Pam

Have a Great Memorial Day!!

Hope everyone has a great Memorial Day. We have so much to be thankful for. It's raining here. Before long, it will be hot and dry and we'llbe begging for rain!

Until next time,

Pam

Finally--Blumen Gardens in Sycamore, Illinois

I've been away from the blogworld so my pictures are late! We setup at a wonderful antique show at the Blumen Gardens in Sycamore, Illinois. What a setting! This town is really beautiful. I have lots of pictures of the wonderful old homes and mansions that I'll post at another time. We always find ourselves driving around taking pictures of old homes. The really great thing about this town is that it's downtown was thriving. Cars were at businesses everywhere. Restaurants, bars, stores, bakeries, you name it. I found no big supercenters or huge grocery stores. It was all local. What a refreshing thing to see.

Here are some pictures of our booth. It was very colorful and cozy in this part Blumen Gardens.

We met some great people, and had a great show. Already looking forward to next year.

I love the old folky homemade child's chair and I really want to keep the navy & red dress and hat. But, that doesn't pay the bills!

The plka dot bowls were to die for. Sold them to our new friend Janis who lived just a few blocks from the show. Turns out, that even though we live 5 hours south of her, I handled an estate sale for her best friend a few years ago. I have to behave every where I go! I'm sure we'll be seeing Janis again next year!

You remember my rag doll--Mary Jane from a previous post. She still needs a home!

I hope you enjoyed the show! We sure did!

Until next time,

Pam

35 Wonderful Years!!!!!

Happy Anniversary Gary! Here's my honey standing outside the Stonehill Winery in Hermann, MO. Hard to believe we've been married this many years. He's the hardest working man I know. I wouldn't trade him for the world. We just returned from Sycamore, Illinois--set up at an antique show at Blumen Gardens. What a wonderful setting, town--everything. I have lots to post but this will have to do for now.
I'll post more later,
Until next time,
Pam

Historical Hermann, Missouri

Hermann Missouri might be one of the most beautiful old towns I've seen in a while. It has one historical building or home after the other. I'm showing a few pictures, some already rehabbed and some in need of some TLC. I love them all. The antique show was in the Festalle building shown in the first picture. I'll post pictures of my booth later tonight. It was a great show for us. Sold lots of stuff! Can't wait until next spring.

This bed & breakfast is for sale--I wish I could afford it.

Needs some lovin!

Itty-bitty shop!

Closed on the day we were able to shop!

Another shop closed on the day we arrived!

If you ever get the chance to go to Hermann, you will love it. Full of charm, peaceful & beauty.

Until next time,

Pam