OK... So you can never have too much junk- I was just fishing for a good title to capture your attention! As any Antiqueaholic will tell you, there is always room in the trunk (or on top of the car, or in the floor boards - You get the picture)...
I thought I'd share some of the items I purchased on Saturday at the Raleigh Flea Market. This flea is open EVERY weekend (except a few weeks during the N.C. State Fair). It's a great market and I never leave empty handy (please refer to that Antiqueaholic prior comment). Every Saturday and Sunday from early light to 5 pm or so, vendors display their wares in hopes of ensnaring innocent bystanders:)
Two of my favorite vendors were there - These specific dealers only come a couple times a year so they always have fresh, new stock to plunder in. The miniature soda cans, life savers, and chewing gum are going to be made into some funky jewelry and the N is for a little project - And because my last name is Newton. The case that all of this is displayed in was another fabulous purchase- The green velvet is to die for! 
I got the daguerreotype for a steal ($12) and it's also in a wonderful velvet case. If you look closely you can also see the small jewelry case that I just couldn't resist. The sparkly seed beads will be used for tiny crafty art work ... Last, but certainly not least, is the lovely cherub wall hanging... The piece is European but not terribly old - Nevertheless, it strikes a cord with me for its vintage patina and sweet expression.
So, I hope I've clued you in on one of the best flea markets in the South. It has a section JUST FOR OLD STUFF so no worry about wholesale tube socks or $1 junk boxes - Unless that's your thing... If so, there's plenty of that further along in the fairgrounds standard vendors.
Have a great week and don't forget to stop by sometime in N.C.! (or visit Flotsam & Jetsam for more antiquing and junking forays)...
I thought I'd share some of the items I purchased on Saturday at the Raleigh Flea Market. This flea is open EVERY weekend (except a few weeks during the N.C. State Fair). It's a great market and I never leave empty handy (please refer to that Antiqueaholic prior comment). Every Saturday and Sunday from early light to 5 pm or so, vendors display their wares in hopes of ensnaring innocent bystanders:)
Two of my favorite vendors were there - These specific dealers only come a couple times a year so they always have fresh, new stock to plunder in. The miniature soda cans, life savers, and chewing gum are going to be made into some funky jewelry and the N is for a little project - And because my last name is Newton. The case that all of this is displayed in was another fabulous purchase- The green velvet is to die for! 
I got the daguerreotype for a steal ($12) and it's also in a wonderful velvet case. If you look closely you can also see the small jewelry case that I just couldn't resist. The sparkly seed beads will be used for tiny crafty art work ... Last, but certainly not least, is the lovely cherub wall hanging... The piece is European but not terribly old - Nevertheless, it strikes a cord with me for its vintage patina and sweet expression.So, I hope I've clued you in on one of the best flea markets in the South. It has a section JUST FOR OLD STUFF so no worry about wholesale tube socks or $1 junk boxes - Unless that's your thing... If so, there's plenty of that further along in the fairgrounds standard vendors.
Have a great week and don't forget to stop by sometime in N.C.! (or visit Flotsam & Jetsam for more antiquing and junking forays)...
This is perfect. My best friend and I need to make a weekend trip to Raleigh. I would love to check this out.
ReplyDeleteI used to set up a both at the fairground years ago. It has lots of great vendors and great return customers. There's always something for everyone. I just love the treasures you found.
ReplyDeleteHi! Just discovered your blog.....am on the same wavelength for sure...have been to the Raleigh fairgrounds as my sister used to live there....wonderful market....Here's to a great junking spring season!Be well,Laura
ReplyDeleteI remember going to flea markets with my Grandmother...but now it seems they all disappeared in my area.
ReplyDeleteOh how fun! I would love to visit that flea market.
ReplyDeleteAll the best,
Allison
oh, what fun looks like a slice of heaven...Heidi
ReplyDeleteWow! You did make out good! Fun stuff! I always get in trouble out there. I go to look for stuff for the shop and end up getting MORE stuff for my house....like I need that! hehehe!
ReplyDeletethat looks like such fun! we used to have a place like that here in delaware, many moons ago...now i drive from antique store to antique store in search of treasures! I loved the loving cup trophies from your last post, I would of passed out if I had finally run into such a sight! lol...i would love to be a team member of your blog, how does one go about that?
ReplyDeletethanks...paula!