Oronoco Gold Rush Days Stash

My trip to Minnesota this past week can be best summed up using Darren with Junk Mafia's favorite word.

Whooodawgies!

I will share a series of posts in the coming days detailing my experience across state lines. There was just way too much going on those five days to fit everything into just one measely post! The first in the series focuses solely on my AWESOME finds from Gold Rush Days and some of the sweet junky gifts I was given during my stay.

Speaking of gifts, in addition to her offering the amazing comforts of her home, the genuinely kind Sue Whitney of JUNKMARKET Style, provided me this, ahem, keychain. (Don't you see cool pendant written all over it?) This "fitted-jean" chica knows how to make a person feel welcome and I hope to one day be able to exchange the hospitality.



Got me a great black and white sign at Amy of Junkologie's booth! I'm hoping to confuse the heck out of people when I use this sign in the coming weeks. ;) I bought a few other junky pieces from her amazing booth (which was seriously one of the BEST booths in the entire place) and I made sure to purchase one of her awecome ijunk tees! Head to her website to check them out after you finish up here. Very, very cool!


Fellow JUNKMARKET Style contributor, Gretchen, was such a sweetheart and gifted me one of her beautiful creations. I didn't remove it during my entire stay! Her blog, Mimi-Toria's Designs features some of her gorgeous jewelry which is a must see! I can't recall hearing so many people talk about a designer's jewelry as much as I heard this past week. Way to go, Gretchen!






I was in search of feed or burlap sacks to use with a couple projects and boy did I hit the jackpot! The price was right so I snagged up all they were selling except for two. Finished project to come...




These brass letter press stamps were the coolest things ever! I was particularly drawn to the "9s" since the #9 is our family number. (It stems from my birthday being 9/9 and my husband's 9/27).



Can you see using this SPARE PARTS ROLL for an M14 as a fleamarket tote? I can, and it was a nice little freebie a vendor included with my purchases.



This street sign says Junkologie all the way! Amy gave me the pick of the litter as a gift and of course my 10 year old agrees with me this is the coolest thing ever!


My road trip friend, Kathy of Sylvia's Vintage Daughter, was sneaky and remembered a previous post of mine online that said I'd love to have a vintage stamp holder but I felt they were always so spendy. Along with a bunch of other little goodies, Kathy included this cute little number that I'm just dying over. Love it!




So these are my goods from Oronoco. How'd I do?

I'll have more posts to come. I'd love to hear from others that attended Oronoco Gold Rush Days and hear what your experience was! My first time was amazing!

Back from Oronoco...so much to share.

Will post soon. Seeking medical attention after five days of nonstop get-up-and-going. ;)

Hitting the Road

Photo by BRAYDAWG
Well, folks. The day has finally arrived to pack up and ship out. Tomorrow morning Kathy and I will be rolling down the highway headed straight for Minnesota! From Wednesday to Sunday, we'll hang with the ladies of JUNKMARKET Style...

Sue and Kimberly really know how to grab hold of like-minded junkers and keep them coming back to their site day after day! Can't wait to meet them!

Another highlight of our trip will be attending Oronoco's Gold Rush Days which is an amazing fleamarket and antiques show! Woot! Woot! Joining Kathy, Sue, Kimberly and me will be Lani and Gretchen. We've made plans to stroll through Oronoco's junk-filled streets throughout the day Saturday, making Amy's booth our destination! Amy is hosting one heck-of-a blog party, complete with a junker's potlock and book signing from Sue Whitney! Won't you join us?
(Check out Amy's site for more details.)


It's a rare treat for me to be able to enjoy extended time with friends, so I will savor every moment of this trip! I'm just hoping my family will remember me when I return.

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Meet My New Table

I know. It's not my store display, however, I wanted to let you know that that project is still in the works. With my kids starting back to school in twelve days, and me being gone for five of those during Oronoco Gold Rush Days, I'm limited on time to get everything prepared for school as well as fun times left for the kiddos. I hope you understand. How about I provide two clues for what one of my racks will be used for when I return?

Clue #1 - mud
Clue #2 - room
Boy, that'll keep you guessing!


Okay, on to this cute little dirty thing I came across yesterday. Found among a pile of side tables that had a sign hanging from them saying "all small tables $5.00". Measuring 38"x24", I was actually surprised she was included! Great potential for only being five buckeroonies though, don't you think?




I'll be spending some good, quality time cleaning this one so that it will be safe, once again, for inside use.

Now back to counting down for my trip to Minnesota! Never been! Check out ALVN's countdown as well. Looks like she's planning a good time for all of us at her blog party! Make sure to stop by and say hi!