Tag Archives: antiques

Gone, Baby, Gone-Two More Antique Shops Close

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Lynette

It’s January 2013 and two more charming small shops have closed their doors in Beaverton/Raleigh Hills, Oregon. Robin & Wren Antiques & Gifts was a wonderful antique mall just a few blocks from my shop, Penelope’s Hope Chest. They had … Continue reading →

Posted in Deep thoughts | Tagged antiques, Beaverton, Big-box store, Christmas, Christmas and holiday season, Newberg, Oregon, Penelope's Hope Chest, Portland Oregon, Retail, Robin & Wren, shop closing, shop local, Shopping, Small business, support small business, Tea Thyme & Lavender, Union Block Marketplace, vintage, Vintage clothing | 6 Comments

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 →

Posted in Shopping adventures, travel adventures | Tagged Alabama, antiques, flea market, Glitter pick, Road trip, shop, Tornado, Tuscaloosa Alabama, vintage | 1 Comment