I would love a clone of myself this time of year. Or perhaps an elf to help with stuff. Either one would be find.
I took a record number of boxes to the post office from my holiday Etsy on Monday. Thank you so much to those that support my little crafting shop.
I could use an extra hand to help me sort through inventory in my crazy living room. They would have to be a mind reader though as I have my own method for sorting what goes to which show.
On IG I posted a photo of this spot in my living room where my vintage deer are waiting for my shows. I got more likes on that photo than any other photo I have posted. This represents lots of vintage hunting and lots of hours in my studio.
Kate will be home next week for Thanksgiving and fortunately the inventory in her room will be headed to Plucky Maidens this weekend.
Excited to get yet another holiday event going this weekend. I love putting it all together. I have it in my head how I want it to look and is fun to see it come together (another reason a mind reading elf would be good).
Tis the season. Wish me luck!
I think Maddie and I may be headed back up to Portland on Saturday morning for Plucky. I don't think I will be able to stand not going this year. So two trips up and down I5 it will have to be!
Hanna will be there tomorrow night. You will get to see that baby bump before I do!
~Erica
Posted by: Erica | November 20, 2014 at 06:10 AM
Silly! You won't need any luck :-) You are the best in getting things shipped out. I swear your elves must come to life there or you must have some special pixie dust!
For some reason I don't like looking at my own clutter or mess but yours never looks that way! It just looks like vintage goodness and fun to me LOL
It'll be all gone and organized before you know it. So Kate doesn't sleep among the Santas and reindeers? One of these days I'll have to make it up that way to a show!
Have coffee in hand and enjoying your blog!
Posted by: Doreen | November 20, 2014 at 06:21 AM
Hey, if I lived in the same town I'd help you. Looking forward to hopefully seeing you at the Laurelhurst show!
Posted by: kipper | November 20, 2014 at 07:47 AM
If I lived closer, I'd be there with bells on! Best wishes getting everything down. I'm sure you'll have another fabulous showing this weekend!
Posted by: Musings from Kim K. | November 20, 2014 at 07:50 AM
It will be magical! Wish I could be there!
Posted by: Lynne | November 20, 2014 at 08:35 AM
I am looking forward to seeing it all in person on Saturday. Wishing you loads of good luck!!
Posted by: Kathy | November 20, 2014 at 09:29 AM
Can't wait for tomorrow! I will see you soon!
Posted by: Hanna | November 20, 2014 at 09:55 AM
Those pesky kids coming home for the holidays when they should know we need their rooms for storage! I've got the same (happy) problem! Love looking at your stacks and piles of goodies!
Posted by: JoyceG | November 20, 2014 at 10:15 AM
Congrats on the record breaking sales! I know what you mean about needing a clone. Actually...as I typed that I realized that having an identical twin probably counts! LOL But, she doesn't help me AT ALL when it comes to decorating. Yes, she'd have to be a mind reader like you say. Vintage is not her thing.
Have Fun!
Erica :)
Posted by: Erica | November 20, 2014 at 03:07 PM
Hmm. I still say we need to a giant studio space. Giant. Congrats on your much deserved success -- I know how hard you work and it's no surprise how popular your unique, whimsical creations are. You go, Ethel!
Posted by: Into Vintage | November 20, 2014 at 10:33 PM
WOW! Look at that! Fun fun fun, gives me the giggles.
I don't think there's any shortage of eager elves out there willing to come to your aid and be surrounded by all that vintage wonderfulness and cuteness and be in your company. I know I would in a heartbeat if I weren't in Los Angeles.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and all your dear ones!
Posted by: Sally | November 21, 2014 at 06:18 AM
Wow Wow Wow!!! I'm in awe as usual. I have no immediate plans of growing up, but if I do, I wanna be the crafting machine and vintage shopping master just like you....(and have your crafting space).
Methinks the one person who would qualify to be your clone and mind-reader would be Amy. Good luck this weekend, but I don't think you need any. You've amassed quite the following of Magpie aficionados...;)
Posted by: Maria (Magia Mia) | November 21, 2014 at 06:32 AM
Oh Laurie, what fun!! I wish I could be your helping elf! Love your deer!! I have a thing for deer lately. I mean the real ones too. ha ha Just such beautiful creatures. I hope to maybe purchase one of your deer. I have my eye one one of them.!! On the second shelf all the way to the right, she is peeking out with a blue flower in her hair! (giggles). May I ask where you get the white boxes? I might need some of those too! Good luck with your sale! Wish I could be there!
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | November 21, 2014 at 10:00 AM
I would gladly help you if I weren't on the East coast! Great luck at your shows - your things are awesome!
Posted by: Patti McCarthy | November 21, 2014 at 03:55 PM
Oh wow, it looks great! I would love to come shop at your house. You have done an incredible job putting everything together. Love it all.
Posted by: Nelda Johnson | November 21, 2014 at 04:18 PM
Busy, busy, busy. I complain all the time that no one helps me. But, in reality, only I know and understand what I am doing when I am sorting for the different booths and shows. It is our own little world, isn't it? I currently have a booth 1 pile, booth 2 pile, ebay on pile, ebay to be listed pile, etsy to be listed and a donate pile. I am piled up over here! And we won't even talk about getting ready to decorate for Christmas! PILES!
Posted by: Shara | November 23, 2014 at 08:53 AM