Custom Easter Basket & More Spring Decor in Our Home

I am so excited to show you Brie's first Easter Basket. I ordered it on online and couldn't wait for it to arrive. I was not happy it took more than a month to be delivered but it's here in time for Easter :)

Our first post on Spring Decor in a Rental was a big success! I wanted to add a few more touches of spring a light colors to complete our Spring look. Thank you all for checking our home out! I love all your wonderful comments :)

                                               

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Nyack Street Fair Recap & Beautiful Lessons Learned

Never did I expect the unbelievable turnout at the Nyack Street Fair on July 13! When I first had the guts to apply as a vendor, I knew the amount of people that attend this event, because I am one of them every street fair. I knew it was filled with tons of jewelry vendors and knew it would be a great opportunity to show something different....vintage finds and rustic distressed furniture, but would everyone think the same way I did?

By 6:30 am...the day already felt long. My poor fiancé took on the enormous job of lugging the furniture down to the car to unload at our location on the street. Since this was my first time as a vendor, I decided it would be best to only bring a few pieces, not too large, as a trial. Plus, we only lived a street away from our location, so what did we really have to lose?

Up we went with our tent and the small furniture pieces and a few vintage finds all started to fit together. I had set up a mock display a few days prior to the event to see how I wanted things arranged. It came to me quicker than I expected. I put myself in a "shopper's shoes." What would I want to see if I was shopping for furniture? (which is like EVERYDAY!)

I had two banners created with the SoiledRotten logo and also made some bunting with leftover fabric and burlap. Within twenty minutes, the tent was set up, I was satisfied, and so grateful to be a part of the busy event.

I was ready to accept all, if anything, that the day would bring my way. I thought that the worse case scenario would be if no one was interested in my product then I would sit with Joe and people watch all day. Luckily, that was not the case. My first purchase of a vintage globe started at the initial hour that the fair was open to the public. Not only did the purchase get me even more excited to see what the day brings, but the lovely ladies that said they were so excited to see something than "the same 'ol crap" made my day! Happily, they were not the only customers with those types of comments.

I felt BLESSED. Many fair attendees admired my work. They were so kind to offer compliments on my furniture and be interested in the stories behind the old vintage finds. The insight that the customers gave or the complimentary passer-by-ers gave were more valuable than any purchase that could have been made. This beyond boosted my confidence in my creativity and gave me a permanent smile to know it was appreciated by others. After every nice remark, I heard a soft whisper of my other half's voice saying "I told you that you are talented. Now believe it." Words I will never forget.

The day was a huge success. I have networked, developed admirers of my painting, and learned more lessons about my target customers than I ever thought possible. This fair was a beautiful lesson learned.

Toy Chest SOLD

 

Raquets, Globe, Briefcase SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

Antique scales and these 2 pieces of furniture are still for sale. (Is it sick that I secretly wanted to keep the blue shelving unit for myself?)

 



Feeling Blessed.

I create because you believe in me. Thank you.

Partying over at The Dedicated House, Not Just a Housewife, & Miss Mustard Seed

Before & After Tea Tray Makeover

Happy Monday!
Who doesn't look breakfast in bed?

I received this tea tray from Teavana as a gift last Christmas. It was a great gift idea along with an adorable tea set that just makes me smile when I use it.

However, the tray had one problem. The lacquer shiny finish would allow food or tea/coffee to slide all over the place causing spillage. You definitely do not want coffee spilling on your new white sheets! So, I had a plan.
I decided to give the tray a makeover. I used paint with a chalky finish to allow for resistance against the bottom of a cup or saucer and avoid the possibility of spilling. I used a stencil in the middle of the tray to add some colorful, yet calming design. After the makeover, the tray has a subtle warn look with a modern design. I am so happy with the "After" results.




Before

 

After

I'm also working on posts from yesterday's Nyack Street Fair. What a success! Stay tuned :)
~Alison~
Partying over at www.worthingcourtblog.com
 

Furniture being sold at the Nyack Street Fair this Sunday, July 13

 

Good Morning All. I'm excited to be sharing my two favorite pieces of home décor that I will be selling this Sunday at the Nyack Street Fair.

 

There are several more pieces and some vintage finds that will be sold as well. I'm so happy that so many of you have reached out to me already to say you will be coming by.

 

Nyack Street Fair

Main Street in Nyack

SoiledRotten to be located around 8 North Broadway restaurant on North Broadway.

10 am to 5 pm

Rain or Shine 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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