brimfield antiques show survival guide

Brimefield Antique Show is just around the corner, running July 10th through the 15th and these
past couple of the weeks on the east coast, we have been experiencing quite the heat wave.
Historically the temperatures at Brimfield in July are not for the faint of heart, but they can be
made totally bearable to those of us who cannot imagine missing a show.

Tips & Tricks


1. Arrive Early: Most of the shows open at sunrise and the temperatures will no doubt be
cooler in the morning hours. Also far easier to find prime parking early on.

2. Bring Water: Pack a water bottle or two, but be prepared to shell out some cash in
order to stay hydrated when your supply runs out or gets warm.

3. Hand Sanitzer: A Brimfield and general antiquing must.

4. Restrooms: My Grandfather always says that when the Smithsonian gave their tips years
ago on visiting the fair in July on the top of their list was "never to look down in a porto-john
in July at Brimfield". Enough said.

5. Sunscreen: You may be popping in and out of tents but be sure to lather on the sunscreen
and put on a cute summer hat.

Will you be braving Brimfield this week?

Check out our Etsy Treasury for my Brimfield Survival Guide Picks.

jane birkin: who wants an easy life

Jane Birkin's style is timeless as our her words.

made in america

These american made pieces may be considered antiques, but they were built to last.
Further proving that somethings never go out of style.

jay gatsby

This shirt printed by skreened is amazing! The perfect modernized nod to F. Scott Fitzgerald's
The Great Gatsby. It has definitely made its way to the of my wish list.

Debi Treloar: Decorating Inspiration

My decorating goal this summer is to overcome my fear of bright colors. Living in 
a converted mill I have found myself gravitating to industrial pieces that have muted 
antiqued hues. To add some visual interest I am in desperate need of pops of colors.

The home of photographer Debi Treloar is just the inspiration I needed to come across. 
Her rustic sensibility is in perfect balance with her daring color choices and she makes 
it all seem so effortless. I'm jealous.

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rules of civility

I am finally starting to tackle my summer reading list. As a visual person, I always
tend to connect to narratives that paint vivid images in my mind of the main character's
sense of style.

Amor Towles', Katey Kontent, in "The Rules of Civility", instantly made me long to be
roaming around New York City in the 1930's.  I would kill to be shopping at Bendel's
and drinking at dive Jazz Clubs with her.

My handbag today is filled with receipts and pens. Here's what I predict would be in
my bag if I were kicking it in the glamourous 1930's.

What's on your summer reading list?

clutch. necklace. calling card. penny. ring. sunglasses. vintage crayons. 1930 vogue. perfume.

vintage crates

Vintage wooden crates seem to be finding their way onto all of our inspiration boards these days.
They make great storage and can be easily transformed and stacked to create nightstands, end tables, planters, or even wedding centerpieces. I have lost count of how many I have around my apartment.












































The trick is to find a great one (or few) that have lettering or advertising that speak to you.

Investing in some of these will make organizing more appealing, I promise. How would
you transform a vintage crate?

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