August has been one busy month for me. As I mentioned in a previous post, I opened a booth at a local antiques market -The Morgantown Market, in Morgantown, PA https://www.facebook.com/morgantownmarket?ref=br_tf. It has kept me busy going to auctions, thrift shops, and flea markets - to keep unique and fun vintage items stocked in my booth - and, even a few more in my home! (oops! hazard of the trade, I suppose...)
One of the reasons I opened the booth - was to find a good way to sell the furniture I've been rejuvenating. Unfortunately, with a 5'x8' booth, there are only so many pieces I can fit in - so, in turn, my home is bursting at the seams with lots of extras just waiting for their coming out party - like debutantes! I'm a little disappointed that my furniture isn't flying out of the shop - but, truth be told, I only have 2 big pieces there and for the one perfect person to come in, fall in love, and take it home - takes time. It's only just about the 3 month point now - and I have sold a handful of smaller furniture items like a chair and a sewing cabinet.
 |
| This cute little sewing cabinet sold really quickly. I brought it home in sad shape from an auction and gave it some TLC, a new outfit, and some jewelry. She was irresistible! |
My small items, on the other hand, are selling pretty well. Many of those items are antique and vintage. Some are home made. I have a knack for finding 4 leaf clovers, so whenever I do, I pluck it out of the ground and pop it into one of my gigantic books to press and dry. After that is done, I mount and frame them. I've given a few to very special people and the rest have gone into my booth. They seem to be a big hit. I'm not surprised. Who doesn't want a little good luck around?
 |
| There's one of my framed four leaf clover's up on the shelf! |
All this being said, I've found that once you get into the antiques business, you meet a lot of interesting and like minded people. Some are purists, some are funky, some are creative, and some just want to give new life to great old items (or junk- it depends on your perspective). Some, like me, are a little bit of all of these. Through the Morgantown Market's owner, I met a woman who is involved in another business called Home Eclective - located in Downingtown, PA. This place is pretty cool. Essentially, it's "a group of local artisans who love the art of creation and giving found treasures a second life and a new home." (Quote taken from their facebook page). Well, I think that sounds like me! Here is a link to their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/WCHomeEclective
Anyway, this weekend they are having an "Open Weekend" and I am going to be selling my furniture and other finds there! I am both excited and nervous. I'll be getting all these completed projects out of my home... Will people like them or hate them? How much should I charge? Is $ too much or too little? Will I make enough to cover my expenses and continue on doing what I truly enjoy? Lots of questions, I know... Time will tell.
Here are some of the items I'll have for sale there:
In the mean time, I've started a Facebook page for Pear Of Hearts Farm - if you are so inclined, check it out (and LIKE it!) https://www.facebook.com/pearofheartsfarm I haven't been the best at consistently posting on my blog - but really want to get better at that. I do find that my Facebook page is a sort of Cliff Notes for my blog. At least it hits the main topics!
Until next time - be grateful and kind and happiness will follow!
