Funnel Light Makeover & Some More Junk

At the beginning of September we loaded the family (plus one extra) in the van and headed back to California to attend my youngest sister’s wedding. I squeezed in some junkin’ and shopping time in between traveling and visiting.

My first find was this wonderfully crusty oil funnel.

All it needed was a good wipe down and a hanging light cord…..

and voila….

It now hangs as a cool industrial light fixture over my desk!

For now. It will probably end up in  my room at Smitten. Eventually.

But it is so cute and so my style. I’m going to enjoy it for now.

Here’s a peek at some pickin’ my husband and I did the other evening. In the rain, no less.

All of these will end up in the shop. Some transformed. Some not.

Except the kiddo in the backseat. I’ll keep him.

Thanks for stopping by!

Partying here this week:

Between Naps on the Porch Metamorphosis Monday

Fredericksburg Trade Days

I know it’s once again been a while since I posted; however, rest assured, I’m still alive and kickin’ here in Fredericksburg!

This summer has been full and busy. I have so many photos and events I want to share with you, but I actually need to be near my computer on a regular basis to do so! And there are no signs of it slowing down for a while. So, I’ll squeeze in a post when I have a minute, just to keep everyone up to date on our happenings around here.

Today I spent some time in the Texas heat strolling around Trade Days. This is held the weekend of the third Saturday of every month. If that makes any sense. And twice in November. You can usually find me there on the Friday it opens, since there is less of a crowd on that day.

I thought I’d share a few photos from past visits that I found in my folders.

Isn’t she lovely?

The token Longhorn. Pardon the hose.

Junk, glorious junk.

Doll molds, anyone?

No matter what you’re looking for, there is something for everyone!

Maybe next month I’ll see you there!

Sharing with:

Common Ground’s Vintage Inspiration Friday

Stuff and Nonsense Fridays Unfolded

Queen B at the Knot Hole

Last week, on two separate trips, I was able to explore some towns not too far from us. The first one was Mason, which I’ll share more about later. The second was Burnet.

Why I had to travel to Burnet is a long story, but I’m glad I had to make the trip. One of the first stores I stumbled upon was Queen B at the Knot Hole. The Knot Hole is a huge antique store that bills itself as an indoor flea market. Queen B is a small boutique next door to it. Both were fun to browse through and I even brought a few things home!

The front of the shop was filled with some cute décor, but my daughter called  me to the back room with, “Mom, you’ll really like the stuff back here!” That’s where the old, rusty stuff was to be found. Hope you enjoy the photos and if you’re ever in Burnet, stop at

Queen B at the Knot Hole

604 Waters Street, Burnet, TX 78611

(512)756-2288

I loved these little bird photo holders.

Ain’t that the truth?

A wall of cowboys….what a nice surprise.

Isn’t this how you say welcome in Texan?

A couple of wonderfully chippy garden chairs.

This adorable enamel plate came home with me-along with it’s partner that says “cherries”.

This pretty set of china also found it’s way into my car. It will end up in the shop at Smitten soon.

There will be more posts to come! I promise!

Junk Salvation Show

This is somewhat of a follow-up to my Country Living Fair post, as this was the second junkin’ show we attended that day.

Junk Salvation was put on by the Funky Junk Sisters at the neatest location-a ghost town! J. Lorraine Ghost Town is located in Manor, Texas, just outside of Austin. After our morning shopping was finished at the Country Living Fair we headed out to our next stop.

I have to admit that we both enjoyed this show much more than the Country Living Fair. This was a great choice for a junk hunting show!  The ghost town made for a fun and festive atmosphere. Live music, authentic looking old-time buildings and lots of great vendors made the day.

Cloche love.

Isn’t this gorgeous?

This adorable little truck holds Pocket Full of Heirlooms’ business cards. She had some wonderful items!

Anne and I with Cat Daddy and Deb of Talking White Trash.

We also had a chance to meet Janie Wooten Conley from Petticoats on the Prairie.

This was a great shot to “end” our day with.

Yee haw!

Country Living Fair

Back in April, Anne and I headed off on a day trip that involved vintage trailers, lots of junk and treasures and a ghost town.

We attended the first Country Living Fair that was held in Austin. And what a fun day we had!

I’ll share more about the ghost town in another post.

I’ll just start off by saying that the walk from the parking lot to the convention arena was a lot shorter on the way in, than on the way out. It’s amazing how that happens after a morning of trekking through booths in the warm weather and hauling around goodies.

Anne also carried her 300 pound camera that she uses to shoot her amazing photos. I can vouch for that 300 pounds, as I toted it back to the car while she waited for me to drive down and pick up her and her find of the day~see that wonderful chair below the picture of her.

“S” is for Shannon…..and stuff!

This would have made a great sign in our schoolroom.

Look carefully-it appears he has some extra antlers sprouting from his long horns.

Lovely, chippy little angel.

Of course we have the obligatory creepy doll art.

We had a chance to visit with Nancy from House Wren.

And bought this fabulous rusty chicken feeder that my husband converted into a light for me. It now resides in my laundry room.

Don’t mind the guy that snuck into our picture.

A couple cute little vintage trailers….

another fabulous chair….

and an encounter with a celebrity! Me and Cari Cucksey from HGTV’s Cash and Cari.

And this just says it all….