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to market, to market

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Wow, the market scene is really heating up around town!  I’m not sure that I properly announced that Circa Dee will be a vendor at the first ever Brooklyn Flea Philly on June 2nd.

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Yes, you heard right!  Brooklyn Flea is heading south and launching a Philly based market.  And we’ll be there!

The flea will occur every Sunday at the Piazza in Northern Liberties.  There are a ton of great, well-known vendors lined up to sell at the market.  I can’t wait.

Ever since the time I shopped at the original Brooklyn Flea, I knew I wanted to be a seller there.  However, the early morning drive up to NY didn’t seem feasible.  I’m so glad they’re coming to us!

And if that isn’t enough, the following Sunday we’ll be closing out the Clover Market season on June 9th in Ardmore.  Sadly, we’ll miss May’s Clover Market but you should totally go!

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Don’t worry we’ll have plenty of new inventory for both events.  We’re currently treasure hunting throughout the entire Northeast on our road trip honeymoon!  And, yes, that includes a few days in Brimfield.  I’m smitten…can’t wait to share details from the wedding too!

Can you believe I’m talking about June already?  Summer is almost here!  See you soon.

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down on the bayou

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Whew! It’s been awhile but I’m back! I took a long weekend visiting New Orleans.

Or Nawlins as the locals say.

Warning: this post has nothing to do with furniture, DIY or the like.  My life is in overdrive at the moment and you get to listen to me live out loud if you so choose.

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We had a great time exploring the city and did we eat!  You name it – grits, bananas fosters, po boys, muffaletta, crawfish, biscuits, beignets.  More beignets.  I’m sure I’m forgetting something.  Oh alligator.

New Orleans bayou aligator

More about that in a minute…

So this was round 1 of bachelorette parties for me.  Yeah, I’m that girl.  Between all of the eating we did so much laughing and walking that I hope I burnt enough calories to still fit in my wedding dress since we’re just a month away from the big day!

New Orleans city photos

I love the unique architecture and culture the city has to offer.  In a way it feels like you’re in a European city but nope New Orleans is all ours since the Louisiana Purchase for $15 million in 1803.  Yup, I took that tour.

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New Orleans city photos    New Orleans city photos

At the end of the trip, we decided to get out of the city and go for a cruise on the bayou.

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We took an air boat like this which up until now I had only seen on TV.

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New Orleans bayou

We made friends with a few locals…
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 The aligators were close …real close.  Exactly as the swamp tour brochure promised!

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Did you know alligators eat marshmallows?  Me neither.New Orleans bayou   New Orleans bayou aligator

I even held this little guy.New Orleans bayou aligator

Back to the grind now!

I’m in crunch mode preparing for this Sunday’s Clover Market.  My milk paint workshop series kicks off tomorrow (there’s still room if you want to join us). And the new shop in Doylestown, Serendipity, had an amazing first week so I’ve got to restock!  Thanks to everyone who made the grand opening.  Now you know where I was…   unless of course you follow me on Instagram then you already knew about all of the debauchery.

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counting down

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Just over one week until Spring’s first Clover Market!  Will I see you there?

Clover Market

I’m narrowing down the inventory that will make it to the April popup next Sunday, April 14th.  Have you seen anything here lately that you’d like me to bring?

Oh I’ve got an awesome little vintage medical cabinet that will definitely be in the mix.  It is so fresh that I haven’t even posted a pic yet but it will make a fabulous bar for someone.  Or a nightstand.  Or both.  I’m not judging if you have a bar in your bedroom.  Stay tuned!

By the way you can get a sneak peak and first dibs at what we’re bringing to Clover by stopping by

Brick & Mortar next Saturday, April 13th from 12-4.

What are you treasure hunting for this season?

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serendipity

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For those of you who haven’t heard yet, we’ve added another retail location.  I am happy to announce that Circa Dee has taken up space in a very new co-op boutique in downtown Doylestown, Bucks County.  It is indeed so new that the marketplace just opened today!

This is no April Fool’s Day joke…

Be sure to stop in on Friday evening for a grand opening party.

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Serendipity consists of about 20 adorable shops operating as one boutique including some of my ol’ favorites – In With the Old, Penelope & Anastasia, Shea’s Closet, The Painted Home, Sweet Magnolia & Cafe Tuscany.  You’ll find everything from new clothing to baby gifts, painted furniture & vintage treasures to handmade jewelry, prints and milk paint!

That’s right – we have Miss Mustard Seed’s milk paint available at this new location.

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There are lots of Circa Dee staples there including mason jar soap dispensers, Swiss army blankets, reclaimed wood frames, mason shakers, milk paint and more.  I am working on getting the space stocked up with additional one of a kind vintage treasures for your perusal.

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Check it out!

Located at Main & Oakland in downtown Doylestown

It is shaping up to be a busy, busy spring around here already.  I will be back later this week with a complete schedule of Circa Dee dates & events.  In the meantime, there is still space available for the milk paint workshop if you’d like to join us…

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some bunnies

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Hey everyone! I hope you and your family have a great weekend celebrating Easter & Passover.

I’d love to share some timely photos with you from Mandy Keep Photography‘s photo shoot at our Brick & Mortar a few weeks ago.  Mandy specializes in family photography.  Check out these cutie pies in their spring best…

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Yes, that is the real Easter bunny who joined us!

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Mandy did a phenomenal job and raised $820 for Multiple Sclerosis research!  We’re so fortunate to have hosted the event with her.  The funds have been donated in honor of our MS Bike ride team – Team Recanize.  We’re still recruiting riders if you want to join us on our City to Shore Bike Ride in September…

Mandy Keep Photography hosts charity photo shoots regularly.  Her next one event is on April 13th.  She’ll take your professional headshot and donate the proceeds to YWCA.  This is the perfect opportunity for small business orders and professionals.  Details below…

Empowering Women Charity Photo Project

Happy Easter!

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spring milk paint workshop series

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Just a reminder friends!  I am currently registering folks for the spring milk paint workshop series.  We have a few spaces still available.  I hope you’ll join us.  All of the details are below.  Simply email me or leave a comment to sign up!  I will respond with a paypal link to complete registration.  Also, feel free to provide feedback on days and times that you’d like to see future workshops scheduled!

Milk Paint 4 week workshop series this spring…

Gain the skills you need to tackle projects with Miss Mustard Seed’s milk paint around your home with confidence!

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Throughout the hands-on 4 week series, we’ll cover each product in Miss Mustard Seed’s milk paint line and how they interact with one another. You’ll complete a make and take in each workshop. Plus, enjoy 10% off all milk paint purchases the day of the workshop.

Attend the entire 4 week series and receive a quart of milk paint & bonding agent in the color of your choice FREE!

Now what? Select the workshops you’d like to attend and register by emailing me! You can either pay buy pay pal, credit card over the phone or in the shop. Each workshop is $50. Payment in full reserves your class space. Class sizes are limited. First come, first served.

All classes are located at 1814 Valley Forge Road, Worcester, PA

IMG_8658Introduction to Milk Paint $50

Thursday, April 11th 10am-12pm

What exactly is milk paint?

Learn how to mix milk paint
Learn to apply milk paint as a stain
Learn when to apply hemp oil as a topcoat

Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint TricycleAnti-aging with Milk Paint $50

Thursday, April 18th 10am-12pm

How do you get a new, cohesive finish with milk paint?

Learn how to mix milk paint with the bonding agent
Learn about using milk paint for a cohesive finish
Learn about furniture wax as a topcoat

Yellow Mid-century Dresser

Aging with Milk Paint $50

Thursday, April 25th 10am-12pm

How to you get an authentic chippy finish with milk paint?

Learn how to get the highly desired chippy look
Learn when to apply the crackle medium
Learn how to apply antiquing wax as a topcoat

Abusson Blue, Shutter Gray, Ironstone, Egyptian Gold - French sideboardTwo-tone & Distressing with Milk Paint $50

Thursday, May 2nd 10am-12pm

How do you layer milk paint for an authentically aged finish?

Learn tips and tricks for creating two-toned pieces
Even learn how to effectively use milk paint with chalk paint
Learn distressing techniques and how to get a smooth topcoat