Thursday, April 1, 2010

Brimfield

by Crista of Pink Sequin Designs

I love going to Brimfield Antique show. I love , love , love it! There is a show in May, July and Sept. The May date this year is the 11th - 16th, mark your calenders.

Today I will share some of the treasures I have found there and show you how I use them in my work.

How can you resist these buttons? In the beginning I use to buy so many , but lately I managed to get just the really special ones that has the right colour and shape and interest. Most of these end up in my pins , but i do l do get a chance to use them on the hats and scarfs too.
Spot the red button
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In the photo you can see more of the buttons used in Fabric brooches.
Needless to say, you can find much more that buttons! This last year I found these fabulous wooden trays. I now use one of them for a work in progress tray.
I have also fallen in love with vintage bed linen. I got a lovely pillowcase that says "hers' . I also buy a lot of trim form a vendor that has not only an amazing display but unbelievable trim.
I wonder how many of you love going and if you have never been this should be the year to go! There is so much inspiration, everywhere.

3 comments :

  1. Lovely! I missed it last year, but DEFINITELY have it marked on my calendar this time. Can't wait! Are there any specific spots/vendors you recommend? That place is huge!

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  2. I like Nifty Thrifty Dry Goods. I believe they have a web page and for vintage linen try Dustys vintage.
    They are close together. But I have to say the great finds are always in a bin somewhere for you to find!
    Have fun.
    ps remember to wear a hat!

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  3. I've never been, but have always wanted to go. Maybe this will be the year! ; )

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