Category Archives: Shopping adventures

L’Objet qui Parle- the most whimsical Vintage Shop in Paris

Posted on May 14, 2015 by Lynette

One of the things I love most about Paris is how you can wander down any street and find an enchanting shop…they are everywhere.  On our last day in Paris we were strolling around Montmartre, and we had finished our … Continue reading →

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Frustrated in Fargo

Posted on July 6, 2013 by Lynette

You ever have one of those days?  Where nothing big goes wrong but lots of little things…adding up to one frustrating day?  I had one day like that on my Glitter Pick Road Trip..and one day only so I think … Continue reading →

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Climbing the Walls in Billings, Montana

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Lynette

Yes, I admit it.  I climbed the walls.  But it was only to fetch down these darling vintage hats that were just out of reach.  Some talented volunteer at this particular thrift shop in Billings, Montana had created a lovely … Continue reading →

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Climbing the Stairs in Missoula Montana

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Lynette

It’s day Two of my Glitter Pick Road Trip and I am in Missoula, Montana to see what treasures I can find.  I read about the Montana Antique Mall….how can I resist the “largest antique mall in Montana”?  It is … Continue reading →

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The 1st great Glitter Pick of the season

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Lynette

It’s very exciting to finally be able to go out and pick again…while estate sales and garage sales are few and far between this time of year…the picking urge draws me out to see what treasures I can find!  Even … Continue reading →

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Trixie and Lulu return Home with some amazing stats

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Lynette

We returned home and unloaded the U-Haul Saturday afternoon…look at our finds! 37 plastic bins and boxes filled with fabulous vintage smalls and 20+ pieces of furniture 1300 miles on Miss Daisy the minivan..and 2000 miles on Jeb the U-Haul We … Continue reading →

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The mecca of all glitter picks…in Tuscaloosa Alabama

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Lynette

This small roadside sign leads to mecca…the best vintage picking in the south.  I discovered it last year while on vacation with my mom and niece and vowed to return.  With a bigger car.  And a way to get lots … Continue reading →

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Trixie and Lulu and the Glitter Pick Road Trip

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Lynette

Greetings from Chattanooga Tennessee!  My BFF Jeanne and I are here on a grand adventure…picking our way through the south.  It’s my 50th birthday next week and I decided to spend it doing 2 of my very favorite things…treasure hunting … Continue reading →

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Shopping Rue Cler…..the very french way to eat in Paris

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Lynette

One of the things we learned our very first trip to Paris was that french people typically buy their food every day for that day’s meals.  They have very small refrigerators since they don’t stockpile food the way we Americans … Continue reading →

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New Trends at Market in Atlanta

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Lynette

One of the best parts of going to Market every January is seeing the newest trends in home decor and seasonal decorations.  There’s ALWAYS something new..the challenge is deciding which trends apply to my store and show, and more importantly, which … Continue reading →

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