Cross border

Had a fun day last week with S and A.  We had put off our cross-border adventures for more than I year, I think... so it was long overdue.  We had lofty goals of shopping up a storm and returning home with bags of steals and deals.  The highlights of our bounty included a toddler toy, some blush and some fabric softener.  Not successful whatsoever...  But, I had a fab day with the ladies as always...  and enjoyed our tasty wings at the end of the night!

Cardy search

Last week I was in Buffalo for some cross-border goodness. Went on a road trip with some girls and we had a super-fun extended day of shopping!

I have been on the lookout for a perfect grey cardigan that I can throw over anything. I am in desperate need to replace my Club Monaco one that I have worn almost every day for three years. It has been looking quite sorry for some time.

Featherweight cotton ruffle cardigan

I found this very good option on the sale rack at J. Crew and brought it home with me! It is light and super soft. I am very happy with it but am still looking for the perfect replacement sweater!

While searching for an image of this cardy, I came across more pretty things at J. Crew:

tissue flutter tank

Reese studded back-zip gladiator sandal

Solid twist front bandeau top and Solid bikini bottoms with detachable ties

I am rarely a fan of navy (as a result of years of wearing a navy uniform through school) but this suit is so classic.

Pretty petal mini skirt

Featherweight cashmere cropped cardigan

I might have to order this one in grey. It is quite similar in cut to my old love. The search continues!

Antique outing

The next day, Aunt L. and I headed out to the Christie Conservation Area for the Antiques Show. I always really look forward to this show! And we've been lucky in getting good weather for a few years now. It was a scorcher, but I like it that way. Here are some photos taken over the day.

I love how this vendor created small art works as a way to display her amazing buttons for sale.
We had a great day! We came home just about empty handed, but really enjoyed inspecting all the wares and learning a few history lessons here and there.

Here's a look back at our visit in May 2009.

Now I am utterly exhausted from the events of the past few days! I hope everyone had an awesome weekend! Good night!

Aberfoyle Antique Market

Hope everyone enjoyed a nice weekend. I had lots of family time and also went for a long-planned day trip. It was a freezing cold and damp day compared to the nice warm days we have been having, but S. scooped up a car load of gals and we headed to the Aberfoyle Antique Market. Lots of great stuff there! Some of it came home with us!

This bird was the most amazing object ever! It deserves two pictures! It appears to be completely handmade with layers of metal fringe. We were fascinated by it, but alas, did not purchase it.

Thanks to the girls for a good day! We have to go back one day when the sun is out! Umbrellas are not conducive to shopping for treasures!

Day trip

Aunt L. and I were both unable to make it out for 8 am to get the real gems at the garage sales in Cabbagetown so we decided to go to the Christie Antiques Show. We had a nice day in Dundas checking out all the antiques instead. I was very well-behaved and came home empty handed. Love to see all the amazing milk glass... well all sorts of glass.

Super Saturday

Yesterday I went to the Christie Antiques Show at the Christie Conservation Area in Dundas, Ontario. I headed out with Aunt L. and my Sister. It was a perfect Spring day for it -- sunny, breezy and not too hot! I love looking for treasures at these shows. Generally, I look for housewares and decor items as I have waaaay too much furniture for this small place as it is. I have a good collection of milk glass items and always like adding to it. I also scope out the antique jewellery for inspiration and ideas. Lots of great finds out there. I came home with some stackable Fire-King milk glass mugs, a hand beater from the 1950's with Bakelite handles and a lovely Pyrex casserole dish.

Here are some pics from our day.

Lots of Mr. Peanuts

An amazing collection. This seller had so many nice items to drool over. Love those striped glasses.

Still drooling -- lots of utensils with Bakelite handles. The red-handled hand beater that came home with me is in the back of the photo piled with some green handled beaters. The next two shots are more images of her huge collection of Bakelite pieces. I especially love the animal napkin rings.

Beautiful cabinet of thread spools. Love all the colours together.

Hand beater with red Bakelite handles

After the antique show I went straight to the joint birthday party for Bunz' 1 and 3 year olds. I missed out on the music and most of the fun but I'm glad I was able to make it. These are the two portraits of Kermit the Frog and Fozzie Bear that I painted for the biggest Muppet fans I know. These are small 8 x 10" hilarious portraits. I followed that fiesta by celebrating the birthday of J.S. of Sultry Suds with her and her friends. Happy Birthday to S., M. and J.S.!

Long but fun day! I'm happy to be relaxing and puttering around the apartment today.