New Target Finds . . .

As usual, on my weekly trip to Target for paper towels and toilet paper, a few additional items ended up in my cart, such as . . .

 

This cool tote bag (the stripes sold me and the fact that it has a flat bottom. . .

 

 

 

and this amazing wood bead necklace (you will find it at the jewelry counter not on the wall). . .

 

 

I always have high expectations when I walk in the door that I will stick to my list, but it never happens.  I did sign up for the Target Debit Card this time - at least for now on I will save 5%.  The next step will be to get a job there, but I don't really look great in red?!?!?

Downton Abbey. . .

I was warned. 

I bought season 1 and 2 before leaving for Australia and New Zealand.  I am totally hooked.  So in love.  Dreaming of a "Downton Abbey" themed kit and Flea Market.  Making notes.  Going hunting.  I was born in the wrong era (and without a castle, geez)!

New Blog Look!!

Thank you Betsy for giving me a new, clean look!  I will be adding all of my show destinations for the year along the sidebar this weekend, so take a peek soon - I may be coming to your neck of the woods!

What's coming tomorrow to Mercantile!!. . .

The much anticipated kit designed by Kara Garber from McMaster and Storm will hit our on-line shelves tomorrow the 15th at 10:00 a.m.!  This kit is LOADED - not only with items perfect for your scrapbook pages and mixed media projects, but also for cards and gift wrapping.  You will get a vintage Murray's paper bag stuffed with Ephemera and a vintage butter box that includes a glass bottle, pharmacy tin and two clip on price tags.  See website tomorrow under Limited Edition Kits for full listing. . .

And as always, the Flea Market will be loaded with new "old" offerings such as these two new collections. . .

Cameras. . .

Extra large, frame-able, Ginn and Co. Flash Cards. . .

Notary Seals. . .

Scales. . .

Ephemera and so much more . . .

And don't forget - for the month of May only, Hodge Podge Books (3 styles total) are on sale for only 3 bucks!

Happy Tuesday!

A fun surprise for the 15th!

Years ago I read an article in Country Living on a quaint little store in Ohio called McMaster and Storm.  I told myself that I MUST get there someday, but alas, I did not make it before they closed their doors.  However, I had heard a rumor that they were setting up at the Country Living Fair in Ohio so I made plans to go and fell in love with Kara Garber's aesthetic (and the fair itself - and as they say, the rest is history)!

 

It is safe to say I have stalked Kara ever since and convinced her to design and supply the materials for a McMaster and Storm exclusive kit that I could offer my customers.  This kit is coming to Mercantile on the 15th and will be full of Kara's treasures, collected from auctions, general stores and the like.

 

Here's a little peek (and while the scale isn't included, we do offer these often - keep an eye out)! . . .

 

I wanted to share Kara's bio, in her own words!  You can find her Etsy shop here.  (Be sure to pick up the heavy duty Italian tiny stapler, with beautiful brass staples)!

Kara is the co-founder of McMaster & Storm, a once upon a time a brick & mortar shop. Then along came babies, so we closed our shop! We continue doing shows and the Etsy shop plus, occasional events at our historic brick farmhouse.

 

I love old things! The patina and history get me every time. I would much rather peek into decaying building and poke my nose in odd places to dig for old things that take me back in time. Paper ephemera is one of the things I always keep an eye out for.

Forget the mall, let's go to the flea market!