Old Glory 2009
July 1, 2009
The Faces of Old Glory
June 29, 2009
How time flies when one has a big event approaching!
The 2009 Old Glory Country Fair has come and gone and was, by all counts, a great success. Thank you to all of the wonderful antiques dealers who participated in this event. It was a pleasure to work with such a down-to-earth, hard-working, creative and fun group of people. Here is a look at some of the faces of the 2009 Old Glory Country Fair. (More photos to follow in the coming days!)
8 days!
June 11, 2009
Only 8 days until the Old Glory Country Fair!
Historic Downtown Littleton serves as “homebase” for the Old Glory Country Fair. Located just 3 miles east of Clement Park, Downtown Littleton is filled with unique shops and restaurants. We are pleased to have several of the creative, energetic entreprenuers of Littleton participating in the Old Glory Country Fair. We have already introduced you to Genna of Prince Street Dry Goods. Also at the Fair this year will be Amy of Pink Attic Cat, and Comforts of Home located in the antique mall Antiques and Such. And, of course, Old Glory Antiques will be there! Following is a preview of what you will find at Old Glory…just eight more days!
10 Days Until the Old Glory Country Fair
June 9, 2009
Just 10 days until the Old Glory Country Fair!
The Old Glory Country Fair offers a wonderful selection of beautiful merchandise. At first the wide array of merchandise may seem overwhelming, so here I am offering a way to help you focus on your shopping by sharing my list of “you-can-never-have too-many” items. Happy shopping!
Empty wooden picture frames…in all shapes, sizes and finishes! Hang a collection on the wall for an unexpected grouping or use them individually to “frame” a special piece…there are so many ways to use empty frames!
Wire baskets…never pass one up! Wire baskets are functional and can be used in every room of the house. The more unusual the shape and size, the better.
Little chairs…add a touch of whimsy to a room by displaying a vintage child’s chair…to hold books, plants, or a special pillow. Or hang a pair on the wall! Scoop them up when you find them…the old ones are getting harder to find.
Big chairs…wooden chairs make great accent pieces in any room. Fill an empty corner with a beautiful old chair…throw a pillow on it to instantly add color and pattern to the room. Don’t pass up that chair with the beautiful patina just because it isn’t sturdy enough to stand up to everyday use…use it to hold a plant or stack books on it.
Old mirrors…vintage mirrors add such charm to a room or an empty hallway. Don’t worry if the mirror itself isn’t in perfect condition. Sometimes the frame around the mirror is the most beautiful and interesting part! Prop a mirror on the mantel, layered with pictures or more mirrors. Lay a mirror on a table and use it as a tray. There are so many fun and unexpected ways to use these vintage pieces.
Benches…low, wooden benches can be found in a variety of sizes and the functions they can perform are just as varied. Place a bench at the back door to sit on while you put on your shoes, and to catch bags and backpacks as your family comes and goes. A long bench in the entryway will serve the same function. A short, tall bench can serve as an end table, while a wider, longer bench can become a coffee table. A bench loaded with flower pots can adorn the front porch, the patio, or the kitchen. In addition to being functional, these pieces add interest to a room. Don’t hesitate to pick up that bench just because you don’t know exactly where you will put it…there is always room for one more bench!
Best of the Best
June 8, 2009
11 days until the Old Glory Country Fair!
The wonderful antiques dealers who gather at the Old Glory Country Fair shop all year long for just the right pieces to share with their customers at this show. It is the wide selection of quality and truly unique, exceptional merchandise that makes the Old Glory Country Fair such an outstanding event. The dealers arrive Thursday morning, trucks loaded with treasures, and begin the task of turning an ordinary city park into a very extraordinary place. When shoppers arrive on Friday morning they find booth after booth of beautifully displayed merchandise, each booth with its own unique personality, each booth just as beautiful as the next.
Each year at the Fair two awards are given. One booth is selected as “Best in Show,” and an award is given for the most “Show-Stopping Piece.” Last year the Best in Show was awarded to the French Flat of Denver (thefrenchflat.com). Cathy will be back this year with more of her beautiful garden and French antiques. Don’t miss her booth! Sonia of Pine Needle Creek Antiques in Pine had the show-stopper last year…a beautiful antique iron bed. Be sure and visit Sonia’s booth to discover what mouth-watering pieces she has for us this year!
Just 12 days until the Fair!
June 8, 2009
12 days until the 2009 Old Glory Country Fair!
Perfect Attendance
June 6, 2009
13 days until the 2009 Old Glory Country Fair!
A good friend of mine, Genna, holds a place of distinction at the Old Glory Country Fair. Genna has participated in every Fair since it began…she has not missed a single one! She has followed the Fair from Conifer to Lakewood to Longmont and now to Littleton. Customers look forward each year to being greeted by her beautiful smile and friendly conversation. Thank you, Genna, for being our number one supporter!
Genna had a wonderful shop for seventeen years in Washington Park, The Country Line on Old South Gaylord. If you have missed her since The Country Line closed, I have good news for you. Genna now owns a charming little shop in Downtown Littleton, Prince Street Dry Goods. The shop is packed with treasures…treat yourself to an afternoon in Genna’s new shop. You will love it! Open Tuesday through Saturday 11:00 – 5:00.
Fabulous Local Dealers
June 5, 2009
14 days until the 2009 Old Glory Country Fair!
The outstanding antiques dealers who gather at the Old Glory Country Fair come from across Colorado and surrounding states. We anticipate the arrival of our out-of-state guests in their trucks and trailers filled with all kinds of treasures with great excitement, but sometimes the sweetest discovery is right in front of us…like discovering that the fabulous dealer whose merchandise you have fallen in love with has a shop right here in Denver that you can visit any time you want! We have just such a collection of fabulous dealers with local shops joining us at the Fair this year…be sure and meet these talented people:
Patina Antiques and Home, Greenwood Village (patinaantiquesandhome.com)
Suburban Relics, Parker
5 Green Boxes, Denver (5greenboxes.com)
Prince Street Dry Goods, Littleton
Caviano, Greenwood Village (caviano.com)
Countdown to the Fair!
June 5, 2009
My countdown to the 2009 Old Glory Country Fair has officially begun! The tents have been ordered, the banner has been printed, and the parking lots have been reserved. I can hardly wait to get these administrative details behind me so I can focus on the real thrill of the Fair – shopping!
Imagine over 70 tents filled to overflowing with unique, one-of-a-kind treasures just waiting to be discovered. Add live music, funnel cakes and hot dogs, and the beauty of Clement Park, and you have an event! And the fun goes on for two days!
Friday, June 19 9:00 – 5:00 Saturday, June 20 9:00 – 4:00
Just 15 days until the Fair…
Celebrate!
May 15, 2009
35 Days until the 2009 Old Glory Country Fair!
Celebrate the things that endure, not only the worn and weathered
things in our homes, but those of the heart, including love,
emotion, character, and integrity.
-Mary Randolph Carter
