Monday, May 20, 2013

Retired.



What started out as a perky update about my antique mall space has somehow morphed into an odd little tribute to one of the items currently for sale there.


Please pardon me while I reminisce about an old friend who was faithful, sturdy and strong, not to mention pretty nice to look at.


We worked well together and even had some banner years.


As they will do, this good friend always supported my projects.


Lots and lots of projects.


And now it’s time for this friend to relax, take it easy and perhaps simply sit in someone's garden. 

I heart funky vintage furniture.


Posted by at
Labels: , , , ,

22 comments:

  1. barbaraMay 20, 2013 at 6:43 PM

    Do you offer delivery? It's really not that far. And think of the country you'd see! Pretty much all of it....

    ReplyDelete
  2. MelissaMay 20, 2013 at 6:49 PM

    Such a lovely piece!

    ReplyDelete
  3. Tammy's in LoveMay 20, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    Those spindles are each a work of art! What a beautiful piece to display and or SIT on and rock away an afternoon!

    ReplyDelete
  4. GARAGE SALE GALMay 20, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    I love seeing other gals booths! Always looking for ideas for mine!
    Nice chippy bench. Love the post about your Texas trip!
    Warmly,
    deb

    ReplyDelete
  5. vintage greyMay 20, 2013 at 7:14 PM

    It is such a beautiful piece with such history! xo Heather

    ReplyDelete
  6. laurie -magpie ethelMay 20, 2013 at 9:13 PM

    Hey if you take this to Barbara I am headed that way with you!

    ReplyDelete
  7. Andy's AtticMay 20, 2013 at 9:24 PM

    I bet it won't be long before that retired friend has a new job with someone else! Very great piece!

    ReplyDelete
  8. Linda @ A La CarteMay 21, 2013 at 7:30 AM

    Aw what a sweet bench and glad it's going to find a happy new home. Hard to let go I'm sure!

    ReplyDelete
  9. AnonymousMay 21, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    I think I spy a table cloth that matches some napkins I have! That's always fun.

    Isn't it funny how there are some things we thought we'd never part with and then... we do? ♥

    ReplyDelete
  10. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~May 21, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    I love the bench! SO pretty and unique! It would be wonderful out in a garden! :) I spy so many pretties in your booth!! :) Happy Tuesday! xo Holly

    ReplyDelete
  11. ★Carol★May 21, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Good friends are hard to find, and I can see how this one has been there for you, for a long time. It must have been so hard to say goodbye, but perhaps there's a new best friend waiting for you at the next flea market or garage sale, or even curbside!

    ReplyDelete
  12. Pam KesslerMay 21, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    I'm tearing up just thinking about her. She's done a good job for you.

    ReplyDelete
  13. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresMay 21, 2013 at 1:23 PM

    Sounds like she's been a true friend for ages, now it's time to let someone else enjoy her vintage beauty. Maybe you can visit?

    ReplyDelete
  14. Vickie @ Ranger 911May 21, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    She is sweet! I've never seen one quite like it.

    ReplyDelete
  15. KathyMay 21, 2013 at 7:23 PM

    I think it is very generous of you to let her retire after all the hard work she has done. I hope she finds a happy "Old Chairs Home"!
    BTW, clearly a trip to Montecello is in order. Your booth looks amazing!!

    ReplyDelete
  16. LaurieMay 22, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    How lovely! Her new owner will be so pleased -- 'wish it was me!

    ReplyDelete
  17. Sherry@Back2VintageMay 31, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    Our business is odd. We buy things hoping that they will sell, but yet are sad when they do. Now you'll just have to "treasure-hunt" to replace the pretty bench! Yay!!!

    ReplyDelete
  18. retrorevival.bizJune 13, 2013 at 4:00 AM

    Hahahaha! Funny post:) Lucky for you that she's retired in your yard. Sounds like she deserves some leisure:)

    ReplyDelete
  19. UnknownJune 28, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    Amy,
    I knew there was a reason I was drawn to you and your crafts! Yes, I grew up in Parma....not too many people like to admit that....lol

    ReplyDelete
  20. Sweet Cottage DreamsJuly 16, 2013 at 9:34 PM

    I remember that pretty bench in your ebay ads! Awww..nice to hear that she served you well. She is a beauty!

    xxo

    ReplyDelete
  21. ElyseJuly 26, 2013 at 8:01 PM

    i think benchy is happy outside. i do.

    happiest summer wishes!

    xo
    elyse

    ReplyDelete
  22. VanessaAugust 8, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    I heart funky vintage pieces too, lovely piece :)

    ReplyDelete

I love this part! Thanks for your comment.

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)