New Mini Hair Pins

Worked on some new Hair Pins last night. I just LOVE them !!! I ordered these cute little felt mini posies from etsy, by A Market Collection, she has some wonderful items for sale in her shop. So I made these hair pins out of her mini posies...... Getting geared up for Merlefest !!!!

Sorry picture is blurrrry...Still trying to learn how to take better pictures.

I also wanted to start posting pictures of some of the different items from the great gals in the store, girls on tenth, there is so much great stuff I didn't know where to start....So here is some of Tammy Brinkleys art work, her line is Periwinkle Pass.
Just love her stuff, everyone needs a piece of her work !!!

She has some wonderful  Mixed media art on canvas, art on small wood boards, and frames. We also have some prints and cards, and if that isn't enough, she has jewelry too... here are a few pics

 Will continue to post new items in the store, but if your in the area please stop by and see all the wonderful things we have for sale. Off to get some work done !!!!

I'm Back.......

OMG !!! It has been almost 2 years since I blogged, where does the time go ???? Well there has been a lot of life and many changes, and I won't bore everyone with the details, but I am still here in Wilkesboro, North Carolina with lots of new , new, new in my life and those around me that I love.
I have decided to try blogging again , not that I think I will have that many followers, but I am trying to build my business and I have heard it a thousand times in computer land that you MUST BLOG !! So here we go........


First, we have a new store...YES , yippee !!! It is "girls on tenth" and it is a co-op store with 5 wonderful ladies. We have everything!!! Clothes from Holly Giersch with "Even a Sparrow", art  "Periwinkle Pass" by Tammy Brinkley, handbags,Joyce Cirillo with "Girls to Girls", Tammy McHenry has "Refunked Junk"  jewelry and yes me, Michelle Gann with "the vintage home". So we have everything from clothes, handbags, jewelry, art and lots of home decor and furniture. Sounds like a lot of fun. Come by and see us at 318 10th Street , North Wilkesboro.

Next I have been working on my online store thevintagehome.etsy.com and that has been a whole new world , with lots to learn and lots of  fun etsians. Tried it a few years ago, but didn't really give it my all was running the old store at that time and I think like anything you do and want to make it good, you have to give it time and dedication. I am giving it my all !!!

I have set a personal goal to get my home based business off  the ground, and I am giving myself six months to make it happen. If not it is back to the work force, which I know would kill me !!!

I will start by saying I don't really know how to blog successfully, and my pictures are the worst , BUT, I am going to try , try, try, my best !!! I have several blogs that I follow and just love to read them and get inspired, and see all the talented things that people are doing out there. I also have so many talented people around me in my life right now, that I want to share that as well.

Here are a few pictures of the store, will post more as we go along and I get better at this. Till then.....

                                                 Will post more pictures of everything soon!!!!

Changes

Well its been awhile since I have blogged, so many changes...trying to keep store open , then closing store and getting my home based business started. And it is summer so I am trying to spend time with my kids as much as possible. (Including trip to California, which I will post later). So it seems life on life's terms can be a little challenging at times, and so is starting a new business from home. From changing e-mails to accounts and all contacts to being discipline with my time and work. I have moved my sewing studio home to my loft , and I seem to find lots of other things to keep me busy except what I should really be doing. But .....I am trying to get things off the ground and would like to find some new contacts of stores that are interested in "handmade one of a kind" items and more....This is where a big challenge is....the starting point of getting out there and selling not only my items but me too. (Any suggestions is much appreciated). I am off to a good start, opened a booth at The Farmers Hardware in Boone and that seems to be doing pretty good. Here are some pictures of my booth there.

Just a few pics......I have tried to make as many items as possible with the exception of the staple items that are always good sellers for me, soap, cards, and waffle towels.

I will be setting up at the Antique Show in Charlotte at the end of the month, so if anyone is going please stop by and say Hi !!! I will lots of my handmade pillows, linen towels with images and my new bird towels , and of course magnets too... I will post again soon. Thanks everyone for your continued support ...the adventure continues.

Big Changes

It is an exciting and SAD time here at the vintage home. We have decided to close the store, which has been one of the hardest decisions I have had to make. Sleepless nights of "do we" or "don't we" alot of back and forth, but ultimately I decided it was time to "LET GO" and move in a new direction. So even though our little gift store won't be here anymore we are all moving on. I knew when I woke one morning and had a huge sense of relief that it was the right decision. Times have gotten hard and in a tough economy I have tried to re-invent the store several times and have found it still difficult to hold on. And I can actually feel good about the fact that I feel like I have done all I can to try to stay open...and that is comforting.
So on to hopefully bigger and better things....I will actually be moving some things into the Wilkes Antique Mall ( down the street) and will still have products available at In every room in Elkin. I will also be available to still take custom orders for home and invitation pillows. And I am excited about my new venture of designing and wholesaling a line of pillows and towels to stores in and outside this area like mine who want a good product at a decent and affordable price, still keeping with in the "one of a kind" and unique items that we have always had.
We are also still available for purchases online @ thevintagehomeonline.com , where we will be posting all our new products and of course still updating you on all the exciting things going on right here on the blog.
So our last days are upon us and we are going to throw one last party on Wed May 20th, from 4 to 8 so please stop by so I can personally Thank each and everyone of you who have continued to support the store and encourage me. And our last day open will be May 29th.......
I will keep everyone posted on all the new and exciting things that will carry on with "the vintage home" we might not have our own store front but we will continue on.........

Mother's Day Workshop

Mother's Day is coming up fast and quick! All of us are blessed with special Mothers in our lives...whether it's our own Mother or Grandmother...or our best friend's Mother. Some of us have daughters who are Mothers...sisters and sister-in-laws who are Mothers...Aunts and best friends who are Mothers. Whoever that special Mother is in your life...remember her this year with a special memory gift. Flowers are here today and gone tomorrow but this gift will live on as a special remembrance of the relationship you share for years to come!!

We will be hosting Sheree Sloop from Creative Memories for this special Mother's Day Class on:

Monday, May 4, 2009 from 6 -8pm

Cost: $28 Includes your Creative Memories So Chic Paper Album Kit, tape runner, and Meadow Micro Maker.

Space is limited so please contact us as soon as possible to reserve your seat!

Spring Into the vintage home

This is my favorite time of year to drive down the side street and see all the flowers popping up everywhere and trees bursting with sprays of green. Just like the lovely changes going on outside, we have some changes going on in here!

NEWS FLASH: There is a new place to purchase yarn in Wilkesboro!

We are proud to announce that Circle of Friends from Elkin has nestled into our store with the most wonderful selection yarns, books, and other supplies. So now you can just hop downtown to the vintage home to fulfill all your knitting and crocheting needs.

We are so excited to have this new addition to the store, especially since it is going to help so many of us in the community who have to drive to other towns to get our supplies. Now it is right at our doorstep. Be sure to come and check out all the goodies.

Even A Sparrow is now getting in their spring and summer lines from California! The latest styles and colors from Juicy, Ella Moss, Splendid, and more are here. It's time to put away those winter blues and say hello spring with a new dress.

Can you believe that Easter is almost here! It seems like just yesterday we were preparing for Valentine's Day. Be sure to come in and check out all the new holiday decor.

See you soon!

It's Time to Hop into Spring

I do believe it has been a long winter for all of us. But hooray, spring is just around the corner! Though there has been a long lapse of posts on the blog, we are eager to get back on board and keep you updated on all the comings and goings of the vintage home. We are busily working away to prepare for our Spring Opening! You will have to stop in and see all the new lovelies that have popped up in the store. We will keep you updated on when our opening will be.

Joy of all joys! You can now shop the vintage home online! We are happy to announce our new website, http://thevintagehomeonline.com. We will continually be updating it with new stock since most of the inventory is handmade, one-of-a-kind items. Be sure to check it out!

Till you hear from us again,

the vintage home

Making Creative Memories this December.

Creativity seems to be overflowing in our shop most of the time. Whether it is in the decorating for the season, in the new pillows, or the latest apron style, we are always getting our fingers into some new idea. Well...now there is a chance for you to get your fingers in on the creativity in the shop.








On Tuesday, December 2nd we will be hosting a Christmas card and tag making class! Sheree Sloop, with Creative Memories, is going to lead a class in making these adorable Christmas cards and tags. The class will start at 6pm and will end around 8pm.



But you have to hurry because space is limited. The registration fee is $20. All of your supplies will be provided. Please call the vintage home at 336.903.4932 to reserve your seat. I hope you will be able to join us!




Christmas Card and Tag Class
with Sheree Sloop


Place: the vintage home


Date: Tuesday, December 2nd


Time: 6-8pm


Cost: $20 for registration and supplies

Holiday Open House

We had our Holiday Open House on Thursday November 13th and it was great fun and a huge success. The night before Molly and I were running around like two little elves until 10:00 pm, and back again the next morning getting the store just the way we wanted it to look. And I could not have done it without Molly, she did a FABULOUS job moving and decorating the whole store, so a big huge THANK YOU to her for all her hard work!!!! I think everyone who came had a great time, and it was suggested that we do it again in another couple of weeks...HOLD ON GUYS!! I am worn out from the last one! But we are going to get together to just eat and enjoy each others company after Thanksgiving...so I will post that date as soon as we know. Here are a few pictures of the store that night....If you didn't get a chance to come in please stop in soon.

I did not get many pictures of everyone that night , but I am glad we have this one of Teena Compeau, she did a great job with bringing in tons of food , handmade aprons, and a beautiful pocketbook that we gave as a door prize...THANK YOU for all that you do for us!!!!!!!And a special thanks to Jayne Cline who also brought a ton of food and "WASSAILL", you are the best !!! And of course a Thank You to Keith Lenderman who made my favorite brownies that I always try to tell people that they are no good, so I can have them all, YUMMY as always.

Thank you to EVERYONE...a good time was had by all, and I appreciate my friends and my customers.

My Sweet Son

I went to Columbia, South Carolina to watch my "sweet son" play his last soccer game...I think the parents were more into the game than the kids, but all had a good time. When I asked Kyle if he was going to play next year his response was " maybe I will play tennis instead" . I am glad he participated and made new friends, isn't that what it is all about anyway!!!?

Even a Sparrow has made a nest at the vintage home!

We at the vintage home are excited to announce that the "Sparrow" has landed! The wonderful women from Even A Sparrow, an upscale, on-trend women’s clothing boutique, have set up shop in our store. They feature highly sought-after contemporary designers at affordable prices. We will now be offering with this adorable apparel for 40 – 60% off retail prices!

Here is a note from the girls at Even A Sparrow explaining what they do:


Hello to everyone!

We began this business venture three months ago, and we are having a fantastictime running this dreamy, little boutique. Even A Sparrow purchases fashion overstock and sample lines directly from some of the the most trendy Los Angeles designers to sell in our shop within a shop. We’re able to secure inventory on a regular basis, so there is always new and adorable stuff to see. In addition, we are a floating boutique, and we have fantastic, girls-night-out parties in homes and salons. Even A Sparrow features designers such as...

Hudson . True Religion . Nu Collective . Juicy Couture . Zooey . Ella Moss . Park Vogel

and much more!!!

Visit The Vintage Home for a fun, unique shopping experience.

~

Holly Giersch & Jessica Calhoun

Even A Sparrow

SOY VEY CANDLES

Just Arrived........SOY VEY CANDLES.......These are the most fabulous candles, not only are they 100% soy, and in recycled wine bottles but they smell FANTASTIC too. With fragrances like Red Currant, French Pear, Provence, and my favorite for this time of the year Mistletoe. What a great holiday or hostess gift @ $21.95...Better hurry in they won't last long.

Grand Opening for " Wilkestone"

Another treasure has come to town! My new friends from Charlotte, John Eric and Dan Butner, are opening "Wilkestone" located just downtown North Wilkesboro at 315 10th St. We officially get to browse and shop on Friday, Oct 17, 2008 @ 12:00pm after the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Please come join us for the Grand Opening followed by beverages and meet & greet. This open house features live music at 6pm. Not only can you enjoy great music, but also savings of 10-20% on many items. What a perfect time to get a head start on holiday shopping. We look forward to seeing you there!

Here is a sneek peek at some of the fabulous items in Wilkestone....

Good Luck Guys......