New at Whimzy!

We (Dianne, Bud, & I)are in the midst of setting up for Christmas. The shop always features all the things reminiscent of childhood. We have the best time watching our clients pick something up and study it only to exclaim "I remember these!". We try to select items we know we would enjoy having ourselves (i.e. the mannequin head!).

On another note, we sincerely hope that all those forced from their homes by the fires are safe & sound. I emailed the folks at Matilda's Mouse & received a response quicker than I thought I would. All was well with that fabulous group & the barn was still standing as of Wednesday. YAY!

Jamestown Flea is tomorrow! Only 2 left for 2007!

It's in the mix!

One of the things I love most about cottage chic/found decorating is the way new & old things complement eachother. I am seeing lots of that same concept in the collage art that my friends & I have been working on. It all started with the crowns and has migrated into so many other things. I so enjoy digging through mounds of fleamarket fodder to be pleasantly surprised by even just one piece of treasured vintage paper! My sissy & I have amassed a nice batch of old photos as well! The picture here is just an example of the new/old vintage blend at the shop. "Whimzy" (formally Petals & Greens Cottage) is full of old things given new life by vintage inspired creativity! I am so lucky! Not only can I create and put it in a pleace for others to enjoy, but I get to meet others that love & often create similar arts!