I hope you’ll join me on my never-ending search for beautiful pieces, with history, for your home. Find my curated treasures, in Booth #154, at the Antique Trove, in Roseville, CA. ~ Barbara
Hello, gorgeous! I’m thrill-tired after a week of visiting family, to celebrate the dawn of a new decade! My son, Andrew, was able to visit from Virginia. We had a wonderful visit and all of my four siblings and their families were able to get together, at the house, Friday night for dinner! While no longer with us, today would have been my dad’s birthday. Our parents always taught us the importance of family and it’s all a wonderful blessing. Life is so precious and thank goodness we have each other! Back at the shop… We’re stocking up on…
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Thank you for your support! You showed us “big love” this past weekend and we are so grateful! As I say often, without you, there’s no “us”! We had fun with a Make & Take, a make-shift Photo Booth, and of course, the amazing Wheel of Fortune! Cheryl’s brownies and champagne were my personal favorites, although many were raving about Darlene‘s cookies! I’ll share the recipe, once I track it down. And then… The four of us gathered again, to organize and price the rest of the Christmas orders. There is a lot and I can’t wait to flip the…
Read the rest >>News flash! Our Anniversary sale is Friday – Sunday! Hello, gorgeous! Let’s celebrate all weekend long! Friday, 11-4 p.m.: 10% off, storewide and a “thank you” gift, for the first ten customers who spend $150 or more. ($50 Value) Saturday, 11-5 p.m.: * 10% Off, store-wide *Wheel of Fortune specials *Sweets & Latte’s * Fun Photo “Booth” * Free Crafty Make & Take Gift (valued at $50) with $150 purchase We’ve re-stocked our IOD Christmas Collection. This is a limited-edition collection that IOD will not re-stock, so if you’re a fan, now’s the time to buy, with 10% off!…
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Hello, gorgeous! Meet Rolly, my oldest sister’s best companion, since her dear husband left for heaven. I visit with Carolyn, when I go to the fashion market, or get dental work done, at her son’s practice in Lafayette. Before Matt took over the practice, Carolyn’s husband, Ned was my dentist…since I was a teenager! I know my sister enjoys the company, as I enjoy the visit and tonight we went to a beautiful high school choral concert, her granddaughter sang at. Inspiring young people! We’re going all out this year! A balloon arch, storewide savings, the Wheel of Fortune, sweets,…
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Hello again! As you know, no box of tissues should sit on your counter, naked. Why look at a cardboard box, when you can enjoy the fruits of your artistic talents? That being said, we added this class to the calendar, just a short time ago and only have two people who have signed up. Granted they are Diane and Patti, who are lovely ladies and good friends. But, I’d love to add you to the roster! So what do you say? Here are the details: Saturday, October 5th, 1-3 pm $45.00 Sign up Here And if you love Iron Orchid…
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The I.O.D. Holiday Collection is their biggest release every year! Hello, Gorgeous! Last year, I.O.D. didn’t anticipate the demand for their product and they ran out of several items, on the very first day! We ordered extra, to hopefully have plenty of your favorites on hand. We hear that I.O.D. ordered more holiday goodies this year, as well, but as with all limited release holiday products, when they’re gone, they’re gone for good. Get free shipping, this week! ___________ So, with that said, today’s the day for you to see the new designs, for yourself!…
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Hello, gorgeous! Are you a size 2, 4 or 6?… We are way overstocked on jeans, in these sizes….in a variety of styles, so they’re on sale, 30% off, through Sunday, 9/29. We’re here to help, Tuesday-Friday: 11-4 Saturday: 11-5 Sunday: 11-3 XO, Barbara
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Hello, gorgeous! Happy fall! It is fall, right? I sure hope so, because the shop is full of new fall fashions! I returned to the shop on Sunday and loved seeing everything that’s arrived, while I was traveling! Two things to notice in this photo… First of all, the gorgeous sweater that “Mindy”, the mannequin is wearing. It’s like a piece of art! The back of the sweater is even prettier! Secondly, the Shop Sisters thoroughly impressed me, by getting pants on Mindy, the mannequin! We invited her to join the shop and become one of the “Sisters”, earlier this year, but…
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Hello, gorgeous! Our week in Paris, with my daughter, Betsy, wife, Landi and her mom Marcella, was a dream trip, I’ll always remember. Counting my blessings! I’m now on the last leg of my trip, staying with my son, Andrew and grandson, James, until tomorrow, when I’ll head home. My heart goes out to my son, as he navigates joint custody and parenting of 20-month old, James. Last night, James, who has another double ear infection, woke during the night and couldn’t be consoled. He’ll be getting tubes in his ears, which will hopefully help, in the future. In the…
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Hello, gorgeous! While visiting the “boys” in Virginia, I wanted to remind you that the shop is closed until this Saturday, the 14th. Growing strong! James has grown a lot, since my last visit, 3 months ago! The park is his favorite place to go and he lets you know, if he doesn’t want to do something! Travel tips… My plane for Paris doesn’t leave until 10:30 this evening, so I thought I’d share how I pack for two weeks, with a carry-on suitcase and under the seat bag. Just some simple tips that might be useful on your next…
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