Recap of The Vintage Whites Market
Today I wanted to share a recap of The Vintage Whites Market. We got home on Sunday and started unloading the remaining items from the trailer as soon as we pulled into the driveway. Luckily, we didn’t have very many things to unload! I thought I might get a post up and ready for Monday, but turns out this girl was pretty tired. Monday was basically my “lounge” day. I read a book, did laundry, sorted through the numerous bags I took to the market and slept. Glorious down time!
There was so much prep work that went into the market, then the actual market, and it’s a bit funny how quickly the actual market flew by.
We arrived in Denver Thursday night, had a quick dinner with Anthony’s parents, then drove another hour to Loveland. Since we hadn’t been to the facility yet, we wanted to drive by and figure out where we needed to be the next morning. Friday morning, we woke up bright and early, then headed to the facility to start unloading our trailer. We had walls to set up, a packed trailer to unload, and empty boxes to pack back into the trailer once the booth was staged. It took us all day, but we were ready for the Friday night early shopping event by 4:00, which gave me a chance to run back to our hotel and change/ freshen up a bit. As soon as I got back, I started taking pictures of the booth before the first set of shopping started.
As I mentioned before we left, we had a lot of items to bring. We signed up for a 10′ x 20′ booth, and when we originally signed up, I was worried we wouldn’t have enough things to fill it full. Boy was I wrong…
Anthony and I built moveable walls, and they really did make all the difference. Bonus: they can be used over and over, and over again!
We were the very first booth as people walked in. Friday night was busy, but much, much slower compared to the actual even on Saturday. We were able to talk to people a lot more on Friday night. There were so many wonderful people, and so many blog readers! All of your support is so very important to us!
We had furniture that I’d been refinishing, chalkboard organizers, cotton, wood crates, stack able crates, railroad spike wall hooks, wreaths, ribbon and so much more!
And I hadn’t had a chance to share our new sign yet, but it turned out fabulously and was such a huge hit!
Friday morning once we got everything un-packed, I was in full styling mode. I had set the booth up in our garage with the general placement of where everything would go, so that helped tremendously when it came time to place furniture in their spots…
For the center of the booth, Anthony and I refinished a table, then built a stainless top for it. Oh. my. goodness. It’s such a fabulous table and the perfect place to display items. It didn’t sell, but I’m completely ok with that. It might just make it’s way into our dining room really soon…
And the grain sack chairs. Oh my.
And the grain sack aprons…. I still have some left.
We even took a couple of our metal & wood wall organizers. They sold fast.
And speaking of things selling fast, the cotton stems and wreaths sold out in the first few hours of the market on Saturday…
As did the dried lavender…
We had chalkboards, just like the one in our kitchen. I even made two lights just like the one in our laundry room. They sold fast too!
The burlap placemats…
Recipe boxes and tea towels…
Lavender pillows made by my momma…
Metal cake stands…..
Measuring cup batter bowls…
Pillows and blankets…
All found new homes ready quick! And so did this pretty lady… Good thing we had two, because as soon as Anthony pulled the extra out of the box, it sold too.
It was such an amazing event. I couldn’t believe how many blog readers were there on both Friday and Saturday! Turns out several of the other vendors were blog readers too! I really can’t thank you enough. Your support, kindness, sweet comments and hugs mean the world to us!
And, if you were standing in line on Saturday waiting to check out, THANK YOU! I had absolutely no idea our booth would have waiting lines at check out. Everyone was so patient and kind.
Anthony and I can’t thank you all enough. Even though we’re only 13 days into the new year, big things are happening. From the bottom of both our hearts, THANK YOU!
As many of you mentioned while you were shopping, it is absolutely terrific and a dream come true to get to work with my hubby. We are a husband and wife team. And it is amazing!
So, I can honestly say that our first market was a huge success. We really didn’t know what to expect, but everything exceeded our expectations by a long shot. I never anticipated that we’d have a booth full of people waiting in line, items swarmed, and so many new friends! Big things, changes, and exciting new adventures are under way! I can’t wait to share more!
And, let’s just say, we’re already planning for our next market. 😀
Here’s to sending each and every one of you the biggest hug I can give!
I love it ALL!!!!!!
Wow looks so wonderful. I don’t live close or I would have come by to say “hi” and shop (just a little) !
really wish i could have been there. loved all the pictures and so glad you had a huge success and to any more.
It looks lovely! Wish I was in Denver to see in person!
Gosh, I wish I could have been there. What a GREAT booth you had with sooooo many wonderful items!!! And love to think of you and hubby doing all of this together. Happy 2015 to you!!!
Do you have an Etsy shop? I would love to purchase a few things-since I live in California and couldn’t make it to Colorado….
YES! What Shawna said!!
LOVELY! Wish I could climb into my screen and shop!
Shayna, I don’t think I’d make it past your booth — I love everything!! Is there any way I could get the placemat set? Totally love them! And love the blackboards, pillows, wreaths…you get the idea!
I wish I would have arrived earlier in the market or had an early shopping pass. It looks like you had so much fun stuff! By the time we arrived it was Saturday late afternoon. I was contemplating purchasing one of your storage boxes with the X trim. Beautiful pieces but I couldn’t afford $200. You have beautiful taste and a great blog. Hope you come again next year!
Absolutely stunning! Simple elegant designs. Just love all the different textures! Kudos Woodgrain Cottage! You’re the best!
It looks amazing. Well done! Love your selection. You are so lucky to have a hubby that shares your vision!xxx
Congratulations! I am new to your blog and love every post — You are a lovely, talented couple!
Really wish I lived closer, your booth looked fantastic! Very happy for you and Anthony to have had such a successful experience first time out. I thoroughly enjoy reading your blog.
Great job, Shayna….everything looked wonderful….so professional and perfect! I only wish I lived closer!!
oops…spelled my own name wrong!
I saw so many things I would have bought. I like the way you displayed your items. Great job!
Your booth looked so professional and perfect. If only I lived closer…I would definitely have been a good customer!!! Great job!
i actually have tears for you… i just knew you’d be a big hit, you two are real people and people can see that joy joy happy happy xx
So wish I could have been there! I probably would have purchase ONE OF EVERYTHING, and ruined my grocery budget for the YEAR! 😉 Huge congratulations to both of you!
I so wish that I lived nearby. I saw several things that I would love to have. The round cutting board would look good in my collection!! Your booth is absolutely beautiful!!
Everything looks so lovely! I especially love the cow’s head 🙂
I’ve got to catch-up with you soon!!!!
Looked phenomenal Shayna.
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Hi Shayna,
Everything looked beautifu! I wish I lived closer because I would have been there and bought sooo many of your beautiful things! I LOVE the drying racks, and I love your cute cow head! I would have bought her for sure! I probably would have had to fight somebody for it as you said you only had two and they both went fast! If you were to sell the items you have that didn’t sell at the market on a website, I would definitely be interested in buying! Thanks so much for sharing your talents for decorating and creating with us!!!
Shayna, I don’t know you and live far off in Massachusetts, but you and your husband are so cute, obviously work great together, and do great work! You deserve all the blessings God sends your way. Keep up the great work, love your blog.
Your booth looked amazing!! I am so happy to hear you had a successful show – get some rest!
xo. Leslie
Segreto Finishes
Hi Shayna~
Everything looks just wonderful, as I read your blog post, I was smiling the whole time –
When I came to the end seeing you and Anthony made me smile once again. SO happy for you both.
You seem so happy and contented and I am sure Anthony is just as happy.
God bless you honey.
I feel I know you so well.
Have a wonderful evening
Much love,
Rose
So happy for you and your husband on a very successful market debut. Wish I lived closer so that I could have shopped at your space.
Your booth was very well staged but I love that you and your husband work together. That is such a gift. Much wishes for your futures.
Your booth had so many fun and adorable things and they were staged so beautifully! You gained a new blog followerer for sure!
I absolutely love following your page and wish I lived closer. After looking at your pics if your booth and loving everything I wanted to know how/if I could purchase a cotton bol wreath? I have been looking for one of these since I saw it in your home pics.
Thank you so much Debi! We’re in the process of getting an online store up and running. We will definitely have the cotton! I love that stuff so much! Stay tuned! 😀
So Happy for the both of you! Now can you please open an online store?? There are a couple of things I really need to buy from you… if not, I’m flying to wherever your next market is. Congratulations on your wonderful success! Wishing you both more wonderful years to come!! <3
It all looked so good. Wish I could have been there. I have a 10×10 booth that I just got. Trying to fill it up with lots of good stuff but you have me beat by a long shot.
Have you ever considered starting an Etsy page? Because you should!!
Absolutely lovvvve everything you have and thoroughly enjoy receiving email updates about what is happening at the Wood Grain Cottage. We wish you were in Virginia!
Could I order a grain sack apron?
Our grain sack aprons will be available for purchase soon! Stay tuned! 😀
Really enjoyed your booth on Sat. Looks like you had sold a lot before I arrived Sat. morning. Congratulations. I’ll be following your blog now! Loved it all!
Congratulations! You both worked hard ,and it shows. The booth looked beautiful! I wish I lived closer
How wonderful for both of you, you both look so happy! Good for you!
There’s not much more to add, all the comments say it all. KUDOS and have a great 2015.
I too believe an Etsy page would be incredibly successful. You and Anthony have incredible talent. Congratulations on the Market. I knew you’d be a success. I’m very happy for you both.
Thank you so much for sharing your booth for those of us who couldn’t make it. You have great items and I’m full of envy. I do have an etsy shop and is very different. Those of us that wish you had one really just want to buy from you…I have been tinkering with the idea of showing at a market that goes on 4 times a year by me. Really great but a lot for me to consider. Please when you can share your pros, cons things you’d do different what it really took to get to the ready point. While I would not have to travel more than hour I look at the up front money layout.
Please let us know about your next show. I think you’ll be doing this again.
Barbara Ann
etsy.com / shop /barbaraannscreations
Now knowing there were two heffer heads I am so disappointed I didn’t but it when I had the chance!! Any way you might be able to tell me where you got it or where I can find another?
Hi Ann Marie! We are in the process of opening an online shop, so stay tuned! 😀
Your booth looked beautiful and was full of so many great decorating ideas! I wish I lived closer so I could have gone to the show. Glad to hear it went so well for you. I love reading your blog and look forward to each new post.
What gorgeous, gorgeous items!! So happy it was a success!! Have a great 2015!!
This is your FIRST market!! Boy did you and hubby do it up right! Great displays and product are just bursting out of these pictures you took for those of us who were so sad we could not attend!!! I love everything and I would have packed up a trailer and brought it all back to Alberta!! I am off to work but I will drool over the photos when I get home this evening! Great Job!! Wowsers!!
I studied every photo closely and saw something I loved in all of them. Congratulations!
Your things are gorgeous! I live in Missouri but travel to Colorado every couple of years. I thought
you lived in Loveland, I guess I am wrong. You are so lucky to have a handy husband! We love both
Loveland and Longmont and we are dying to go to Estes Park, CO to hike the mountain trails. I Love
your blog and enjoy all of your products.
I am SO excited for you, Shayna! I’ve been reading your blog for over a year and never really comment often but you are so incredibly talented, and you are the blogger who inspired me to start writing me own. So THANK YOU for contributing so much of your talent to the rest of us. I can’t wait to see where this new adventure takes you. 🙂
Wow! Your booth looks simply amazing and you should both be extermely proud of yourselves! I’ve been anxiously awaiting this post and it really put a big smile on my face! I definitely think you should open a store and deserve recognition in some major magazines! Thanks for providing a great blog and a ton of inspiration!
Wow! Your booth looks simply amazing and you should both be extermely proud of yourselves! I’ve been anxiously awaiting this post and it really put a big smile on my face! I definitely think you should open a store and deserve recognition in some major magazines! Thanks for providing a great blog and a ton of inspiration! I hope you can kick back and enjoy knowing that your hard work paid off.
The booth looks great! I’m so excited for you and the success of your first market! But it’s not surprising…you have some great stuff!
Recently found your blog and I really love your style, I live in Colorado too [southern Colorado] and was wondering if you have a booth at an antique shop or an online store that i can purchase from? or maybe you have some recommendations on where to shop because I cant seem find any good shops for farmhouse/rustic/industrial decor. Thanks!
Thank you so very much! We are in the process of opening an online shop, so stay tuned! 😀
Wish I lived closer I would have really enjoyed this!! I always look forward to your post and they are a pick me up on these winter days. I would be interested in purchasing a few items? Can you email me if this is possible. Thanks!
Thank you so very much! We are in the process of opening an online shop, so stay tuned! 😀
It all looks fantastic. Glad you had a great first event. Would love to see some of these items for sale in an online store (hint hint). Love your style!
Wish I could have been there to congratulate both of you. It looks like you both worked so hard (and your momma 😀 too ! ) I so wish I could have been there to shop !! Oh my heavens, I’ll take one of each 😀 Are you thinking about opening a store now ? Cause that would be the logical progression, right ?? (: Well if you do, I’m looking for a round picture frame like the one in the first couple of pictures only a little smaller. Rest up, I’m sure you will be very busy from now on ( : Have a great day tomorrow. Sincerely, Diena <3
What fun and what a team! Wish I lived in the Denver area. I have family out there though… hmm.. 🙂 Loved those chairs and aprons. Your booth projected warmth and love, just like your beautiful home. Congrats on a great sale.
So Happy for y’all! Love it all!
Debbie
In 5 months I leave behind a lifelong of hard unfulfilling jobs. I am going to create items of beauty to offer to the my world, Bel Air, Maryland. Miss Mustard Seeds book opened the door to a world I didn’t know existed. I had never seen a blog or Pintrest! I found your blog and I have to say your items are my inspiration. Well done!
Ahhhhhhhmaaaaaazing, Shayna! Every item and detail are absolute perfection! I am not surprised in the least! Congratulations!!
I am in love with everything in your house and all that you sell. Are you already or planning on selling things online? You should tons of people would buy everything you have. 30 dollar thursdays are awesome and have definitely inspired me to get crafty on my days off. Thank you for everything!!
Thank you so very much, Lydia! Yes, we are going to be selling our items online! We are currently in the process of getting everything up and running! Stay tuned! 🙂