For years I have wanted to attend the "Texas antique weekend" in Round Top, Warrenton, Fayetteville, Carmine, Shelby and Burton. More than 300 acres of antiques, pieces of buildings, imports...everything!
My friend Mandi & I had planned to go last weekend, however I scheduled photo sessions and quickly forgot all about antique weekend. As my birthday weekend approached, I noticed that my calendar was blank (I have spent the past three birthdays photographing weddings) so I asked Josh if he would be willing to take me to Round Top to shop.
This was my first trip to antique weekend. Oh my goodness! I think we shopped about 5% of the venues. So much to see!
Next April or October we must plan a girls weekend!
First Purchase. I have been searching for an antique baby bath tub. (at least four years I have been looking) I plan to have the tub refinished and put in our new home as a sink.
Second Purchase, Linen Canopy (too large to show in pictures). Will be perfect in the spring for an outdoor photo session!
Third Purchase, Purple Velvet Chair. {Vendor from KY} I started to pass up this beauty due to the price tag. The dealer told me to make offer. I have been searching for a velvet purple chair!
My $10 purchase. I plan to paint and refinish. Chair is in great shape.
Last purchase: A burlap french pillow.
I purchased my first three items within the first two hours of shopping. I found that the vendors scattered along the street were much cheaper than the large tent vendors. My first impression of realistic pricing was quickly dismissed when I walked the large tents at Marburger.
Overall, a great time. Lots of walking, beautiful weather and great finds. The five hour (round trip) drive was worth it.
