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.

Feb 26, 2013

It's all about SPRING!

Sorry I haven't been blogging lately...so much to do before the show. I am getting very excited to see the vendors Thursday and our friends/customers Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Promise...I will be back next week with lots of pictures.
"Despite the forecast, live like it's spring"

Lilly Pulitzer

                                                         

Feb 20, 2013

Rain, Cold....Sunny!

The temperature dropped in one day!.....from 70 degrees to 36. It rained all night and all I could think was....the chickens!  Are they keeping warm?
They go inside their coop at night but still, it got really cold.
You should have seen them today, the sun was out and there they were, happy.... looking for worms.
My babies!

I know it's winter and it's really cold in the most parts of the USA and Europe but I would prefer to know in advance if I am wearing a sun dress or a ski jacket. So. California has crazy weather!




I hope you are having a great week. We are preparing for the next Vintage Marketplace at the Oaks.
I hope to see you there!

Ciao for now

Rita

Feb 18, 2013

Let's go Shopping!

Happy Monday!

Today is The Marketplace at Common Ground...you can link your etsy or online shop....

It's a Party!

Ciao for now Rita

Feb 15, 2013

Let's Dance!


I am organizing...again! and every time  I found something new, lol
I had these ballerina forever and they always show up . Today I took them for a spin! before storing them again.

Wishing you a
BELLISSIMO!

Weekend

Ciao for now

Rita

Feb 14, 2013

Class at Whimzy this Saturday!


CLASS THIS SATURDAY APRIL 16TH

Vintage Plaque 



 11-2pm

$75.00

We will be tracing, painting, distressing and finishing this romantic wall plaque to suit your space.
No supplies needed, all are included.
Choose from: Le Vintage, Blissful, or Welcome

We will be taking two breaks during class for the paint and varnish to dry. A small table will be set up outside to speed the process. This technique of painting and distressing will be very useful to you if you plan on distressing furniture, ;)
I will have additional appliques to purchase in class and we will be having a couple of raffles! 





REGISTER HERE

Ciao for now

Rita

Feb 12, 2013

More goodies are Ready for the Vintage Marketplace at the Oaks







I'am so excited! I finished the big projects and now I can work on smalls and as you know Christie and I co-host the event. This is the time to share on FB what the vendors will be bringing and work on the details. It sounds crazy and stressful but is what Christie and I, LOVE.

Ciao for now

Rita

The Vintage Marketplace FB Page

Feb 11, 2013

Vignettes Antiques 50 Shades of Pink - Part II

HAPPY MONDAY!

CHRISTIE AND I HAD SUCH A GREAT TIME AT VIGNETTES. HERE IS THE REST OF THE PHOTOS FOR YOU TO ENJOY.


















VINTAGE BEACH HOUSE, BLOSSOMS VINTAGE CHIC, ROSE VIGNETTES AND MONIQUE DESIGNS, WERE FEW OF THE VENDORS MAKING ALL OF THIS POSSIBLE!
LORI CHANDLER  (OWNER OF VIGNETTES), YOUR STORE WAS SO DREAMY!

FOLLOW VIGNETTES


CIAO FOR NOW

RITA

Feb 10, 2013

Vignettes Soiree, 50 Shades of Pink - Part I

So much work was put in Vignettes Soiree yesterday. Lori, the crew and the vendors did an amazing job.
Christie and I took the day off and drove to Vignettes. These are just few of the most wonderful displays, enjoy it!










...... more soon


Ciao for now

Rita

Feb 6, 2013