Simplicity

"There is a certain majesty in simplicity which is far above all the quaintness of wit". Alexander Pope

RITA READE "MAMMABELLARTE"

HOST OF THE VINTAGE MARKETPLACE AT THE OAKS IN RAINBOW, CALIFORNIA
WOODWORKER AND SOLDERING TEACHER.

Jul 3, 2012

Best Romantic-Style Flea Market in America!

The Vintage Marketplace at the Oaks is very dear to Christie and I.  My SIL and I host the show that takes place every three months and this is our third year. It is an honor for us and a great reward to be included in the 25 Best Flea Markets in the August Issue of Romantic Homes.


(on the left Glamarella Junk, top Chateau de Fleurs booth, bottom right my SIL Christie and I)
Four pages of the Magazine are dedicated to the Vintage Marketplace at the Oaks with a Q & A . Christie did an incredible job sharing her ideas. 
It is a lot of work putting a show like this together but we don't complain....it is always rewarding to see the vendors and customers so happy after each show.

So....purchase a copy of Romantic Homes and read all about running a show, selling at a show or what to look for  when shopping at a Marketplace.


(Blossom Vintage Chic)

(top left some of Christie's treasures, on the right our prop at the Vintage Marketplace)

Ciao for now

Rita

8 comments:

  1. As I posted on your FB page, you and Christie should be SO, SO proud of yourselves!! You took an idea that you had, and turned it into something that is not only wonderful but recognized as one of the BEST in the country! Props to both you and Christie!!

    Take care,
    Sue

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  2. You guys are the best! I was just at the Lavender Festival... and needless to say... no one hosts a Show as you and Christie do! We love you!
    And I am so happy to be a part of it!
    Congrats!
    Sandy

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  3. Rita, I was so thrilled to see you and Christie featured in the latest RH magazine! I live in Missouri and my trips to San Diego have only once coincided with The Vintage Marketplace. It was FABULOUS! A lovely setting, great vendors, TONS of inspiration! Well, it looks like I will be in SD during your next event! Can't wait! Keep up the good work!
    rosie

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  4. Thats AWESOME!!! Way to go girls :))

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  5. Rita è un onore che certo ti sei meritata! Le tue creazioni sono così belle!
    Un abbraccio e complimenti
    Silvia

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  6. Congrats to you--this looks like a great issue!

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  7. Congratulations Rita. I wish I could make it to one of your shows...maybe one day:-)

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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