I hope you had a fabulous weekend, friends!

I had myself a nice little adventure...complete with my first flea market! I know it sounds crazy, but I've never been to a flea market before. I cannot believe what I was missing out on!! Now, I knew fleas were like the mecca for pickers like me but know I get it. I REALLY get it.

Before going to the flea, I had coffee with a photographer friend, Stacy Able, who is based out of Columbus, Indiana. I used to work with her at my day job, and at some point we lost touch with each other. It was so great to reconnect, and I cannot wait to start doing some work with her. She is an AMAZING photographer...if you haven't seen her work, you should check out her site. So lovely, and full of grace. We chatted a bit about doing some styled shoots in the future, so you might have some fancy photos to look forward to!!

I followed up my visit with a trip to various antique shops I hadn't been to yet. It was quite an adventure trying to get around town with just my little handwritten directions. hehe. I couldn't find two of the places I was looking for, but I still managed to score a few great finds! I'm just going to tell you that I have looking for a few of these items for QUITE some time and I am excited to share them with you...later this week! Haha! I have to leave some suspense!

My man and I ended the day at some local fleas that I had been dying to get to. Every time I have driven by them in the past, they weren't open. But we got lucky this time!! I have to say...that I was "junk drunk" as the American Pickers call it. So many amazing things, and at such great prices. I wanted to buy everything! But I was on a budget so I grabbed a few items that were on my wish list and made plans to come back in a few weeks.

I do love the fleas, but the haggling and approaching a stranger about items that have probably been in their possession for quite awhile is something I'll have to get used to. I always feel so shy!! I've always had a hard time striking up a conversation with people I don't know, and trying to buy something from someone made it so much worse! Of course, a few people made it easy on me by offering such a low price to begin with, which was pretty nice. In the end, I got some great pieces and learned a lot. The culture of fleas is so amazing, and I love all of the people and how friendly and chatty they are. People just love to talk about their stuff, especially if it will mean a sale in the end!

I cannot wait to get back out there and learn more about the art of haggling. In the meantime, check in later this week for a post about my finds!

Each week, I manage to friend some of the most amazing items to add to my collection. My inventory is growing fast and I couldn't be more excited! This week I'm featuring some items I picked up over the weekend, that have been on my "want" list for some time. I even picked up a special something for myself!

This beauty is my second vintage radio to be added to my collection. I really do love the style of old radios...and this one works!

This vibrant yellow serving tray would make a great addition to any party! Isn't it so cute? It matches my yellow mesh patio set!

This pretty lady is one of many in my collection. She would look great paired with the scalloped teal beauty I have featured in the past. I love the pretty floral details, especially because of their hand-drawn look. You can't quite tell in this photo, but all of the leaves are gold-flecked...so pretty!

Some old school style...but oh so good! I finally purchased a cute little vintage kitchen scale and old camera. I also added another silver pitcher to my growing collection. And won't this tiny little gold bird cage be so cute as a decorative little detail? It even has a little bird in there!

Last, but not least...a little something for myself. I purchased this beautiful dresser from my local Craigslist. I love the engraved wood plating surrounding the handles, and I especially appreciate the crafstmanship. Do you see how all of the drawers bow out just a bit? The lines on this dresser are beautiful. Isn't it gorgeous?

Well, that's all I have for today! I wish you a joyful day, friends!