Monday, January 9, 2012

Oh, the thrill of the hunt... (Video of my finds at the end of the post)

A Day of Antique Hunting
The city of Snohomish Washington is known as “Antique Capital of the Northwest” with over 450 dealers located in the city. 
(Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy....what fun!)
 There was so much to see and for a brief moment we felt as though were apart of two TV shows, American Pickers and Storage Wars,
on our quest to find the perfect treasure!
 Join me and I'll take you on a little tour.
 Our first stop was to feed little hungry tummies and we came across a cute restaurant called...
THE CREPE ESCAPE 

 The food was delish! I had a salad and the rest of the family tried different types of Crepes.  I must say, this shop had the best coffee.
 I am going to feature my 3 FAVORITE STORES:
Unfortunately, my hubby had the camera when I went into Faded Elegance, but it was an A M A Z I N G store. Loved it, it had French galore everything!
was such a darling store with a mix of vintage, beach, Italian, romantic, countryside, and more...
below is a sampling of what I saw in the store.
I bought a few items at Annie's. She was having a sale and I came across a lot of things I've seen in blogland that I have not been able to find anywhere, so I was thrilled. 
After browsing through a gazillion stores and walking all over town, the kids spotted a Cupcake store called...
BITE ME CUPCAKES
  So, while the kids quenched their sweet tooth, we pulled up a chair and rested our tired feet.
What an amazing day!  I love getting out and seeing new places and bringing back a few things to remind me of our fun outing.  BIG PROPS to my husband who was such a good sport for traipsing around town with 5 women going in and out of stores, ha!  What a sweet guy I have! =)
Come check out what I found...

22 comments:

Vanessa said...

What a great trip and in a great city. Love your finds.

Vanessa

Babs said...

What fun places to shop! Loved your video with things you found shopping and decor ideas.
Babs

Val said...

What great finds, Liz. I love all of your videos!

ℳartina @ Northern Nesting said...

Great video Liz! I could spend all day shopping in a place like that!!

Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR said...

Liz, it looks like you guys had a great time!! You found some really cute items!! I can't wait to see it all incorporated into your decor for Spring! Love the style of the items you found...they will be really pretty in your home!

Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda G said...

What wonderful eye candy and inspiration in the fabulous shops you posted! Great video, too!

Allyson Pecilunas said...

Love love love all of your new finds!! :)

Kris said...

Hi Liz,
I would have gone absolutely NUTS in such an antique paradise as that!!! Love your VLOGS!!! You are adorable!!!!

Barbara F. said...

Hi Liz, this looks like a fun-filled trip! I loved the shops you highlighted. And the cupcake place must have been cute, too. xo

Arriving said...

Love, love, love the wicker and wire basket, omgosh, LOVE!

"Blossom" said...

What some great finds. I love shopping and coming home finding places to put all my buys. I was down 1 lb after breakfast; keep us updated on the water diet.

rosechicfriends said...

Liz,
Well i know on my next visit to my beloved home state to see my family where we will be going for a day trip! I didnt realize this about Snohomish....i have dear friends who lives near there and my youngest sis is in Marysville. So this will be a fun outing for me as i loooove aniquing too.

Thanks so much for sharing.
Be blessed,
Lorena

Marie said...

What great finds! Can't wait to see how it all comes together. Good luck on your diet - sounds like a great plan.

Blessings,

Marie

Vintage Home said...

We love Snohomish too....I have an antique booth named "Vintage Home" @ the Village Antique Mall in Fort Langley B.C. Canada. Good for you on your first day antiquing! Its addicting!
Thanks for dropping by!

L said...

I look forward to seeing your new items incorporated in your decor. Snohomish sounds like a fun town to visit.
Good luck, on your new diet! Congrats, that it is working for you.

A Southern Sanctuary said...

I love the things you found! It gave me some great ideas for decorating. I also love the fact that you do videos! It just makes everything more real to us. You definitely have a knack for decorating. I'm following to see how the water diet works too.

Lela

Kathy said...

Love all of your finds! What eye candy in those shops...wish I lived closer!! I need you for my neighbor to help me decorate---you def. have beautiful & creative ideas that I adore!! Thanks for sharing!! Blessings, Kathy
PS--you're doing great on the wt loss!!!

Margaret said...

You are so cute, Liz! I love the videos! Great shopping finds! Can't wait to see them in your spring decor. :)

Olga said...

I love all your finds! I wish we lived closer to visit those shops. Now I want to go shopping for Spring decor :)

Becca said...

Wait, Liz at an antique store?! I'm shocked since it's not Ross or Kirkland's! LOL. I LOVE your finds and the pictures are amazing ... I could get LOST in any one of those stores forever !! So envious. Great video, too, sweet friend. xo

Linda said...

Wow! Lucky you. What a great time and you found some wonderful treasures. I can't wait to see how you use everything. Thanks Liz for stopping by....Linda

Emelia DiCarlo said...

What beautiful and interesting place you all found to visit. Was it very far Liz? You seem to have the neatest places. I love the store with all the polka dot dishes and colors! The girls are adorable and so sweet....like Mommy!The video is great and I love your clear explanations and decorating strategies that you take the time to share. I learn so much from you. You look great and so pretty in purples.I love signs too.....the french sign is great and will go multiple places. Thank you Liz, hugs.