Tag Archives: Glitter pick

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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May Your Lips-Stick To Laughter

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Lynette

I went to the Junk Salvation show Friday night with my friend Pam, from Peonies & Possibilities, and we had a wonderful time…meeting old friends, making new friends, looking at the amazing displays, and finding a few treasures….I scored 20 vintage … 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 at Expo

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Lynette

Jeanne and I had an amazing time at the Antique Expo show last weekend!  We ran into many friends and customers from Brookhaven and Penelopes and sold all kinds of goodies from our booth…we felt lucky that we had stuffed … 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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Sign Sign Everywhere a sign

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Lynette

I am a big fan of signs.  The funnier and quirker the better.  I especially like signs that are a good representation of a very specific place.  Here are some of my favorite signs from our Glitter Pick road trip.  … 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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Meet Miss Lillie Mae

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Lynette

The very best food is always where the locals eat, and today we were lucky enough to have a conversation with several volunteers at the Chattanooga Junior League Thrift shop.  We talked about the recent tornadoes and how it had … Continue reading →

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Meat and 3 sides…food adventuring in Tennessee

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Lynette

In preparation for our trip to the south I purchased a book called Tennessee Curiosities by Kristin Luna….because travelling for me is all about avoiding the obvious tourist traps and exploring the odd little places unique to wherever we are.  … Continue reading →

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