Christmas in the Country went well this year, many thanks as always to the dedicated vendors at the shop for helping make it special with donated goodies!
January and February typically make for slow months when it comes to treasure hunting, crafting and shopping, I think everyone goes on a sort of spending hiatus and takes a break from getting out. (It's the weather!). Whether it is the cold that keeps us inside, or the sheer lack of funds following the biggest shopping season of the year, people just tend to keep their wallets a bit closer during this time and those of us who make things, refinish things and hunt things tend to stay inside and hibernate a bit as well.
I am hoping to break out of this a bit this year, with college courses, a full time demanding job, two kids and a home it is difficult enough to find "time" to enjoy hunting for unique finds, painting and creating, but honestly it can also be a great escape and outlet. The down side is there are obviously not a ton of outdoor flea markets going on, or events at the local Farmer's Market, street events and vendors to browse and one can find it tough to paint a piece of furniture when it's 34 degrees. (above 45 is the only way anything dries). But there are always places like the shop to shop :)......and many others that are indoors and climate controlled! Shopping online is another great way to keep warm and find some new fun things, here are a few of my favorite shops and online stores.
Old Made Good East Nashville - while these ladies are in my hood here in Nashville, they now have an online store! Quirky, re-imagined, refinished items with a sense of humor and classic taste. AND they are locally and female owned.
Goodwill - yep you heard right, Goodwill now offers online auctions of used goods, pretty fun. You have to pay shipping but if you get something uber cheap its worth the shipping cost and saves gas!
Southern Thrift - this is my favorite thrift store, they do not have an online store and I am okay with that! Part of the fun in shopping here is the hunting. I have found a ton of designer goods, vintage furniture and nearly new items - some for resale, some to keep. Worth a look if you are in Nashville.
Hip Zipper - The Hip Zipper is local business here in East Nashville also owned by a woman and a stylish one at that. Their website is currently down, but spending some time in the store is better anyway. The ladies spend hours sorting, cleaning, and pricing the vintage clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry, bathing suits, for men, women and children here and the place is packed so it is fun to look!
Well I am back to the day job and I promise when Mom and I get out hunting I will share our special finds. Till next time, happy hunting.
xo- Jenn
