Sweet little Spring splurges

Nothing says Spring like a burst of color to update your look or that of your home. This cool brooch was found at the Antique Country Station 918 S.Third St. (425)235-6449 and was a bargain at $18. I would love to be seen wearing this. Pins have made their way back in, and the seashore inspired style is there.

Fresh dots of color in the kitchen will spark up your interior and your mourning mood, and these sets have got me heading for my pin money. You can find them at Black Chow Antiques 826 S.Third St. (425)-235-9229.

Whimsical accessories always turn my head. This bag is $28 at Cedar Chest Antiques 916 S. Third (425)271-0511

Early flocks of lilac and some of the best antique shopping for wonderful little finds, Girlfriend's Antiques, Gifts and Floral 920 S. Third St. (425)687-2778 always is on my list of places to stop.


Jukebox from 1950, still playing the original 45's loaded into it and purring like the well run music machine that it is. Found this baby at St.Charles Place Antiques and Restoration 230 Wells Ave.S. (425)226-8427

Downtown Renton - wander around and see what is waiting to be found

Cake and Flowers

The package said "made from scratch" and the list of ingredients was complete with only words that you could read and find in your own kitchen. This here Red Velvet Muffin was the best packaged cupcake that I have ever had. I salute you, Pat's Custom Cakes. Yummy with a capital "Y".

I was given this goodie by Deb of Girlfriend's Gifts, Antiques and Florals on our own S. Third. Deb does wedding flowers and a recently married gal makes the tasty treats in Seattle dropped her by some muffins (though I say cupcakes without frosting - and they don't need the frosting) as a way to say thanks. I really am still swooning over how good it was.

February 14th is looming nearer - and Deb's got her flower mojo in full swing. The rose bouquets shown above were a mere $3 the other day, and the mug bouquets, $5. Keep our S. Third Street thoroughfare in mind when looking for a little somethin' somethin' for your loved one this year.

Deb's at Girlfriend's Gifts, Antiques and Florals
920 South Third Street
(425)687-2778/(206)261-2802

Pat's Custom Cakes
4611 - 36th SW Seattle 98126
1-866-773-2080
www.patscakes.com

Chilling new home additions

Halloween haunting going a little by the way side this year? Let someone else's art be your new addition to the home Halloween decor. Deb at Girlfriend's Antiques,Gifts and Florals on South Third painted these babies herself. The base is old doors and the themes are a hoot.

Call or drop by today to get the best bit of artistic yard art around.

Girlfriend's Antiques, Gifts and Floral
920 South Third Street
(425)687-2778/(206)261-2802

When you need a little pick-me-up

Unique and sweet - this coffee pot full of floral charm was created to show a bride-to-be what could be done with the color scheme she chose for her wedding plus a little ingenuity. I know you know that I love Deb at Girlfriend's Antiques, Gifts and Floral - but I can't help myself. Deb's sister does estate sales, so there in no stopping the influx of cool things that come through the door in the way of stock. And Deb has a great eye for color and incredibly reasonable costing when it comes to floral arrangements. She has done like three weddings in the last 2 weeks - all with lovely results. If you have a need of floral assistance - from wedding to funeral, and any happy occasion in between, really, Deb is your gal.

920 South Third Street
(425)687-2778/(206)261-2802

Mug of Flowers and Birthday Wishes

Mug o' Flowers $5

This beauty was just one of a pair that Deb at Girlfriend's Gifts, Antiques and Floral whipped up for me for the birthday girl today. It came with a lovely balloon in purple attached as well - just to lighten things up a bit.
Deb has a wonder of things in her store and the best floral arrangements in town. You can call ahead and work out exactly what you need - or just drop in and ask her for a "Deb Special".

920 South Third Street
(425)687-2778/(206)261-2802

Just how hot is it!?

Just how hot is it? you may very well ask ... look at what the sign over on Main Street was saying to me a little over an hour ago - geez - it might even be hotter now!

Pool Time! Deb, over on S. Third at Girlfriend's, is my favorite pick-me-up - she's a comedienne at heart - just look at this pool! (and her feet were in it just minutes later!)

How bright the sun? Very bright it seems - you can see the sun just beating down
( Renton Historical Museum)

Barista of the Week Award

Okay - so sue me for being the bearer of good tidings - we are award happy around here these days. Brandie has been named Barista of the Week and we all couldn't be in more agreement with the pronouncement.

Another new award christened by Deb of Girlfriends Gifts, Antiques and Floral on S. Third and flowers arranged by her as well - feel the love!

When being good unto others makes a difference

Best Neighbor Award goes to Mary Clymer, of Happy Delusions this week. Deb, her neighbor at Girlfriend's Antiques, Gifts and Floral made the beautiful floral arrangement and christened this new award. I personally love the idea - and you will be seeing more of that in The Picaroon!

Mother's Day Shopping Happens on Third Street

Deb at Girlfriennd's Antiques, Gifts and Florals has some really adorable planters full of fresh flowering blooms for you to give to Mom. Located at 920 S. Third and she will open at 10. You never know what other goodies may be lurking there - I adore this woman's vintage window displays!

Feathered Nest has the most endearing interior and so many lovely treasures that any Mother in the world would adore - I am especially fond of the scented candle selections and the wonderful lamp displays. There is also a 30% storewide sale that is applied to almost everything - with those prices you can shop like you want - one for you, then one for Mom. Sue Moeller will be open 11 am - 5:30, and that's at 914 S. Third.

Mary Clymer of Happy Delusions is having a Celebrate Mom Party at her store that begins tonight at 5pm. A little wine, tasty nibbles and some drawings to be held that evening for gift baskets - oh la la.

Two of the artists represented in the store - ALex Sandlin and Ladora Bornum, will be bringing in a special selection of artwork for the evening's gathering.

Alex Sandlin, know for her lovely paintings of girls with large, pouty eyes, will have eleven full sized canvases of new work for our special viewing pleasure.

Ladora Barnum will be bringing a selection of her pottery. Ladora does a series of hanging dolls with porcelain faces and flowing robes that I am personally very partial too - I have one in my bedroom and on my front door! Mary's store opens at 10 am today - 924 S. Third St.

As always, Shop Local and remember to give your Mom some love - she deserves it!

Easter in Renton

Deb of Girlfriend's Antiques, Gifts and Florals always has her windows done up for all of the holidays. Her windows are a true reflection of the woman herself - fun and full of charm, and always with a bit of interesting "story" attached.
Right next door is the Country Antique Station, and Rod has some adorable signs out to show you just where to look for this year's Happy Easter.


Don't these chairs just look so inviting? I could have shown you the cute painted windows or the gorgeous cupcakes that Crystal has been designing this week for the holiday, but the position and color of these chairs at Common Ground Coffee and Cupcakes just was too good to be true. What unintentional holiday flair!
Next stop, holiday heaven at Cugini's Florist Shop. Fresh scents, vivid colors and an incredible selection of gift possibilities. This is where adults should come to fill their special some one's basket. At least, in my dream world, that's where my Easter Bunny goes to shop!
Finally - a little look at what is cooking up at the old chez Lady P for Easter. I am making chickies - knitting them up by the dozen, currently adding pom-pom allure to them all, for my family and extended family members. It is craftmadness over here and the dash is on to be done in time for the egg hunt on Sunday!!

Girlfriend's Antiques,Gifts, Floral 920 S.Third (206) 261-2802
Antique Country Station 918 S. Third St. (425) 235-6449
Common Ground Coffee and Cupcake 900 S. Third. St. (425) 235- 1717
Cugini Florists 413 S. Third St. (425) 255 - 3900

What to do for your sweetheart

Girlfriend's Antiques,Gifts and Floral 920 South Third Street 206-261-2802
Dozen Roses $30 ONLY!!!
Mugs with flowers, $5 - and many more.....I love Deb, she has the cutest place and the best prices. That is why I love to dote upon her little store - she makes people happy - a lot.

$5 Dollars is all you need for this Gift this Season...
Girlfriends on S.Third has the best deal in town - a cheerful mug filled with gorgeous, longlasting flowers and greens for a mere five dollars -how can you beat that, I ask ya!? These here are mine, but I left a lot of good looking stuff behind the other day, because I'm known to be generous to other poor shoppers, like yourselves at this time of year. So, hurry up - you can afford one for yourself at this price - or for your workmate,Mom, kitchen table, or a "just because" somethin' for a worthy soul.
920 South Third Street
(425)687-2778/(206)261-2802