The Green Pea Boutique

My New Wheels to the Pea

2012-01-05T02:10:00.000-08:00

My new Christmas gift, I hope to ride to work often. It has been so cold and foggy lately. I am looking forward to Spring already. It is a short 2 miles to the store, and a nice safe ride. The Barney still likes to ride with Jim in the truck though. lol

Barney looking at the bike. I think he likes riding in the back of the truck more than running along side of my bike.

Merry Christmas 2011

2011-12-23T07:02:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas to all. This is Blake our one of our many blessings this past year.
Love to all, sandi

Reused For A New Life

2011-11-22T06:02:00.000-08:00

Now these bedsprings and umbrella are being reused in a new way. They are hanging from the ceiling in the store.

We added a shelf on the bottom of this over the mantle piece. It can now be used as a shelf over a sideboard, bed or just on the wall in a garden room.

My two new girls, Molly and Polly. They are so cute and friendly. How do you like their feathered feet?

This little painted piece would make a nice bed stand or side table.

Even this ladder is being reused as a prop in the store.

Karen's Booth

2011-11-12T06:15:00.000-08:00

Karen makes these magnets and does a lot of hand made items. Her magnets are a real hit and her hand made tags are too. She has a good eye for displaying her items.
Karen is a joy to have in The Green Pea. We just love you Karen.

Is it really Fall?

2011-10-30T16:07:00.000-07:00

Today the weather is so beautiful outside, it is hard to believe that it is Fall. It is also the end of October. We are still wearing shorts and sandals.

This is a little piece in just brought into the store. It would make a nice side table, night table or garden table. The chicken wire gives it a garden look!

These two red motel chairs are looking for a new home. They would look great on a porch with a Christmas trees sitting on them.

Look at these two beautiful oak post office chairs. They are in perfect condition and would love to go home with someone. I hope they stay together!

White Cottage Hutch

2011-10-25T18:05:00.000-07:00

I love the size and the detail on the this hutch. It painted up so sweet and the simple lines of the piece is great. I really like the long wooden handle on the large drawer.

This piece would look good in a kitchen with pretty plates displayed or on the sun porch with plants and books displayed. What do you think?

Peach Picker's Basket

2011-10-06T05:59:00.000-07:00

This is a peach picker's basket. I can just see it filled with fruit, wine and some dried herbs on someones kitchen island or table. It was hand made from old canvas conveyor belting. The vintage basket was found on a retired old peach farm. It now has a new life as a unique center piece. I hope you have a good day!

Sue and Dan's Booth

2011-09-29T18:46:00.000-07:00

This is one of The Pea's venders booth (Sue and Dan). There is a good mix of furniture, jewelry, old cast iron toys, guy things and beautiful women's treasures.
They have a great booth and I hope that you stop in and see for yourself.

Have you ever seen a two sided desk? It is very unique, I wonder what it was used for originally. If anyone knows I would love to hear from you.

I have my eye on the coffee grinder on the wall. I love coffee related items.

If you like old signs, they always have a few in their booth. Dan and Sue I am so glad to have you at the Pea. Happy hunting this Saturday, we have a city wide garage sale here in Escalon.

We are almost finished with the work stations in the back room of the store. Hopefully we will be finished in a few weeks. I need to have Jim at home to finish our home remodeling project. It has been on hold for four years, while we were working on the store.

The Summer of 2011

2011-09-18T18:42:00.000-07:00

This Summer has been a very busy one. Jim is building kitchen cabinets for one of our sons. I painted them a creamy white with a brown glaze. I will post photos when the counter tops are on and they are in place in the kitchen.

I have been working on the patio area at the store, when the mornings are cool. It should be ready to open for sale items next Spring.

We were very busy getting ready for my new vendors. The start date was July 1. It was a rush all through June 30th. But we made the starting date! Things are going well and it is exciting to see new things coming in everyday. I too have been doing a little shopping! I will post some photos of their booths soon.

We added some wood across the back of the booth for hanging pictures, shelves, etc.

Oh yes, Oma has been playing with Elijah at the store this Summer also. He just loves this red hat. He walks right over and points to it. So of course Oma puts it on his little head. He looks so cute with it on. On July 4th our daughter and her husband had their first baby, Blake Alexander. He is a real sweet too.

Happy Father's Day

2011-06-19T06:32:00.000-07:00

It is a beautiful day here in California. It is a blessing to be a father and I hope that every father enjoys their day today. Happy Father's Day, the end!

A New Change for The Green Pea

2011-06-10T05:27:00.000-07:00

Well, I have been very busy selling my treasures for the last 5 months, trying to make some room for a few friends that will be renting booths in the Pea. I am really looking forward to having some real fun and a little more time off. This week we are adding some more lighting. My computer program has arrived and I will be learning how to use it! Oh, goody! Hopefully, it will make the bookkeeping easy. I have 27 people on the waiting list. I am going to start off with the larger booths first and as my things clear out, I will add some smaller spaces.

I am so happy to have sold this rustic, hand made piece above (lesson learned). I sold it three times. It was so big that it did not fit in two of the houses. After I sold it the third time, I asked the couple if it looked nice in their home. They said, it was in storage because they were remodeling their home....I sure hope it fits in when they are finished remodeling.

How do you like the color of this old cream can? It sure does POP!

These old doors with their wavy glass, are going to be used on the wall at the head of the bed. The doors were a pretty old shabby blue and they had all their original hardware on them. The old hinges were a shell shape. I think it is a great idea.

Handmade Boy Nursery

2011-06-03T13:27:00.000-07:00

My mom wanted me to share my baby boy nursery with you. We are due July 15, and here in hot Texas, that date cannot come soon enough!

BEFORE:

This is what my room looked like back in January:

My goal was to transform this room into a sophisticated "Out of Africa" room, with new paint, drapes, and papier mache animal trophy heads.

After pinning lots of samples all over my walls, I bought up over 45 yards of fabric and supplies from the Dallas Fabric District, to make lined drapes, a crib skirt, bumpers, and pillow for my rocking chair.

I did some late-night sewing with my little helper.

And during the day I worked on my papier mache trophy heads. Here I am making the plaque and attaching the light framework to build the newspaper off of:

This is the making of my giraffe:

Once the heads were papier mache-d, I painted them with oils and stained their plaques.

AFTER:

This is the final result:

The vintage binoculars were gifted to me from my mom a couple of years ago and came from her store. One pair even came with its original case and had "Paris" stamped on it. I know Mom had a hard time parting with these then, but I think now she's pretty tickled to see them featured in her new grandson's room.

Mom gave me the cool pith helmet at the same time. It had belonged to one of our neighbors and so it carries a bit of sentiment. The old picture frames I picked up at a local antique mall, and I just primed and painted over their gold gaudiness.

I'm using an old chest of drawers as my changing table, and I tossed a mirror over it to reflect light from the windows into the room. Both of these items I also picked up from my local antique mall.

Before I stitched my bumpers together, I had one side of the panels printed with a Bible verse that goes around the inside of the crib.

¹¹ “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. ¹² Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.”

Jeremiah 29: 11, 12

Thanks for peeking!! I'm off to go kick my swollen feet up!!

--Brandy O

Industrial Locker

2011-05-23T17:10:00.000-07:00

Some time ago I found two industrial lockers. My husband made a stand for them, from old vintage wood. They now are a pair of side tables, with some nice storage.
You do not have to worry about putting drinks on the top, because it is metal and very durable. I say, ( "worry free for the man in your life").

These old locker side tables would be nice used on the patio too!

I hope that you are all having a nice week. Spring is finally here in California the weather is soooo beautiful.

Mr Darcy

2011-05-19T05:53:00.000-07:00

Mr Darcy, is a big boy this year. Last year I bought him and he was just a little guy.
He is not a father yet. His wife will not lay on her eggs. She has 20 eggs and will not sit on them. I am not sure what I can do about that.

This hen was just a little chick last year. She is a very protective mom, just ask my dog Barney. Barney, has been chased a few times already.

Mr Darcy, keeping his eye on the hen and chicks. Their rooster day is no longer around (sad story).

Here is Miss Fiona, from Sweet Cottage Dreams. She came in to see how Barney was doing. Barney is one of her sweethearts, he thinks she is soooo pretty.

Old Iron Milk Cart

2011-05-10T17:28:00.000-07:00

Can you see this cart on your patio, with some beautiful plants on it? I can, I wanted to keep it for myself. I always love the things that I buy. It makes it harder to sell them when I want them for myself...... It was in the store three days. I sold it!

The wood that I used for the bottom, came from an old church basement staircase. The church was built in the 40's. The wood was old, worn, distressed and a great color. Don't you just love the color?

I might mention that the cart had been parked in a barn for many, many years under a bird perch.... you know what I mean? It was hard to find any metal that the birds hadn't found first!!!

It is finished and beautiful. I really love this piece. Because we lived and had a dairy for many years. My heart still loves anything that is dairy related.

This if the before photo after I washed and sanded it down. I think you need to have a little vision, of what this might become. I was fortunate to have the old wooden stairs on hand. You know, sometimes hubby looks at me, like what have you brought home now! He is starting to understand and come around to my visions! That is half of my battle.

Have a nice evening. sandi

Green Pea Shutters

2011-04-30T18:24:00.000-07:00

The Paris Garden Shutter with Flowers

The Tuscany Rooster Shutter

This is one of my favorite Garden Bunny Shutters. I have a few to chose from at the store.

Farm Cubby

2011-04-12T19:13:00.000-07:00

A few months ago I found this farm cubby. It was used to hold nuts, bolts, sprinkler
parts, etc. It had been in the barn for about 80 years. It took four men to load it in my horse trailer. When I got home, I put it in the driveway to gave it a good washing, it was dry and dirty. It got so water logged and heavy, that we could not move it into the store for about six weeks. It had to dry out. So I cover it with a tarp and hoped it would dry out in the cold winter. It took several men to move it in the store because it was still damp. For a better display of my items, I turned it upside down. It sure holds a lot of treasures.

My Favorite Single Number 5

2011-04-09T05:39:00.000-07:00

I had the chance to buy some vintage street signs a while back. Years ago the signs were made with nice details. The letters are raised, the sign is all enamel and the shape is a humpback. The color is white with black numbers and letters with a black border. II have a collection of old coffee tins. I am going to keep one sign to hang above my collection (Coffee Villa Road).

Have a grate weekend, sandi
around the edges.

The Preacher's Bench

2011-03-29T01:49:00.000-07:00

This bench was stained a light oak. It was painted an apple green. I wonder what the Pastor would think about the new color!

The Gas Bash 2011

2011-03-27T18:45:00.000-07:00

I attended the recent Gas Bash in Escalon a few weeks ago. I always enjoy all of the signs and guy stuff. I did not find much for myself this year. It is always fun to walk
in the shop and look at all of the signs that the owner of the property displays. His shop so neat and clean, everything has a place and is in its place.

Gone are these beautiful enamel gas station signs. This family enjoys traveling the states to find their signs.

Remember the telephone booths? I have not seen one in years, do they even have pay phones anymore?

The woodwork and unique hardware was great. He must of had a good time making them.

The old tools have a new life for years to come on these drawers.

Iron Farm Cart

2011-03-23T04:41:00.000-07:00

I found this old cart recently on a almond ranch in a pile of scrap metal. With a little welding it works fine again. I think it makes a great coffee table or maybe a table for plants on the patio. Years ago Escalon was a railroad town. I have seen carts like this one used for moving luggage. Who knows what this cart has been used for in the years past? I think it is a real cutie!

A Peek in The Pea

2011-03-20T06:28:00.000-07:00

This hard rock maple hutch, is new to the store this week. The shutters on the door open and close. This piece would look so nice in a garden room?

This entry table has a great time worn patina on the top. The table would be nice as a sofa or entry piece.

This table will not be in the store very long. It is a real beauty!

My Last Visit to Texas

2011-03-18T18:02:00.000-07:00

My first morning in Texas, watching the news.

What a beautiful view I woke up to. What a surprise for me! It was so nice and warm the day before.

So we all did a lot of this.....(and much needed too).

I went through my daughter's material and made this pillow. My suitcase was to full to take it home this trip.

We found a great recipe for chicken pot pie. So we made two of them. They were very tasty. So, all and all, I had a great time and had a lot of rest. I am thinking it is about time to make the trip again soon....

Almond Trees in Blossom

2011-03-04T04:34:00.000-08:00

Spring is almost here, the trees have blossomed. It is still very cold and we have had so much rain. This is my favorite time of the year. Yesterday it warmed up to 67 degrees and I was loving it. I am ready for more warm days.

I hope that you have a wonderful weekend. Hugs, sandi

Happy Valentine's Day

2011-02-14T09:05:00.000-08:00

I made these cookies for my husband yesterday and they are all gone already!

Happy Valentine's Day!

--Brandy

Vintage Valentine Candy Boxes

2011-02-04T20:59:00.000-08:00

I love these vintage Valentine candy boxes. I have saved them for many years. I am wishing everyone a Happy Valentines Day this year.

Service Dogs for Diabetics

2011-02-03T08:50:00.000-08:00

I would like to introduce some interesting customers that come into my store. Bill and Mindy were raised in California and now live in Idaho. Bill's father lives in Escalon. Bill and Mindy were here a few weeks ago to pick up a dog that they are going to train to be a service dog. I didn't know that trained dogs could forewarn diabetics that their blood sugar levels were dropping.

Mindy wrote me this letter to share with you:

Hi Sandi,

It was great to see you at the Green Pea when Bill and I were visiting Escalon in January. Hopefully the fog is lifting and you are getting some sunny weather.

As you requested I wanted to send you photos of Bill and Chief, his Diabetic Alert Dog. Bill has been a type I diabetic (Insulin dependent) since he was

16 years old. Over the years of living with this disease it became apparent that having a service dog as a constant companion could be of help to a diabetic in detecting low blood sugar incidents, thus preventing insulin shock.

Chief is a 5 year old English Labrador Retriever that we have trained to detect low and high blood sugar reactions. English Labs have a very steady, gentle and kind temperament which makes them perfect candidates for a service dog. Their sense of smell and taste are the tools that we use to train the dogs to help their diabetic companions. When a diabetic's blood sugar drops a service dog can detect this situation through their nose.

Physiologic changes take place in the body hormonally that causes a diabetic to smell differently than you and I. A dog trained to sniff out these differences can detect the blood sugar changes and alert their human companion through barking or licking. Chief is a licker. He will lick Bill's hand or arm and pester him until he gets himself some sugar or

calories.

Chief has saved Bill's life many times and prevented him from going into insulin shock. He has become a valuable member of our family and we can't imagine life without him. Bill has now decided to help other diabetics by training these amazing English Labs to be diabetic alert dogs. If you or anyone that you know would be interested in contacting Bill to discuss diabetic alert dogs and how they can change and enhance your life please feel free to call him in Idaho at (208) 788-3680. Or drop us a note at the following address:

Bill and Mindy Pereira

311 Tendoy St.

Bellevue, ID 83313

All the best to you Sandi,

Mindy and Bill

A White Visit to Texas

2011-02-02T07:43:00.000-08:00

I left damp, cold and foggy California in hopes of some warm sunshine. What did I find? I arrived in Texas and the sun was shinning and it was about 50 degrees. That was nice welcome to Texas. The next morning when I woke up, I looked out my window. I could not believe my eyes! Snow, a real snow storm. The wind was blowing and it is COLD!!! The picture above is the sidewalk, there is snow on top of ice. We are staying home and enjoying some quiet time and rest. I am loving it too!

A view out of my bedroom window. I don't think the snow will be melting soon!

My very own bedroom, just for Oma (Grandma). See the O on my bed pillow? How sweet is that! I love the old English ladder, with my fresh towels.

Do you think there is much of this left? Sweet daughter, made this just for me....
Strawberry Trifle, yes I had it for breakfast, snack time and when ever I thought about it. Sorry to say, that has been very often...

What Did I just Do!!

2011-01-19T18:31:00.000-08:00

I am not sure what key I bumped, pushed, hit, what ever! My last blog posted before I was ready. I am calling it quits for the evening. Love you all, sandi

Guess What?

2011-01-19T17:48:00.000-08:00

Hello there, I am still painting this last project (it seems never to end! In two weeks I plan on going shopping for the store in Texas! The painting will just have to be on HOLD Visiting with my lovely daughter and son (son-in-law) comes first. We will be going to Canton Flea Market and the Dallas Mart. Sound like fun? You bet cha! Now, dinner at some of my favorite restaurants with them and shopping all day. Meeting some of my favorite blogging friends. What could be more fun?

and

Live Simply

2011-01-09T15:28:00.000-08:00

Live Simply, sounds nice, it is something I should try. Since Christmas I have taken all of the decorations down in the store and put them away until next year. Painted for five days in the livery stable part of the store (still not finished yet). I am putting the painting on hold for a while. I am getting ready for Spring, last year I started to late. My plans are to go to Dallas, TX for a shopping trip in a few weeks. It is always so much fun going to the Dallas Mart and Canton Flea Market. Of course visiting with my daughter and my son-in-law is the most fun. Come July, when I visit there will be one new little tiny person to see! Their first baby. Oma and Opa can hardly wait!
Well, I hope everyone is off to a great year.

Merry Christmas

2010-12-18T07:16:00.000-08:00

Are you all ready for Christmas yet? It is very cold here in California and we are going to get 13 feet on snow in the mountains today.

It seems that the year has gone so quickly, a new year will be here soon. I wish all of my blog followers a Merry Christmas and a healthy Happy New Year. Thank you all for your emails and comments of encouragement this past year. It has been my pleasure to meet so many of you in person. A thank you to all of my loyal customers for shopping at The Pea. May God Bless all of you and your family always.

I will be painting the walls in the livery stable next week. It should be completely finished by the end of January. Jim will be making a few work stations. We are going to make them like (saddle up stalls). Our last big project!

I just think these chairs are so cute! The backs of them are so unique. There was a set of six. I priced them individually and only have the Captain chair left. Mix and match is popular now and that is a good thing.

My new cute Garden Table. It has a wonderful natural patina and the colors are so cheery. The hand painted flowers and the green edging with its worn wear look great! This is one table I tried to make room for at home......but no, its for sale!

Have a great weekend. sandi

My Purex Red Wing Jug

2010-12-01T17:18:00.000-08:00

One of my favorite pieces of pottery. This man just had to have the jug for himself.
He is a Red Wing collector and spotted it down stairs. After looking at it up close he begged and begged until I said I would sell it to him. He was so happy to take it home with him. I found it 20 years ago and enjoyed it very much. It was in perfect condition. For years the farmer that I bought the jug from, stored home made wine in it. He was an Italian man that enjoyed his wine. I didn't even know the value of the jug when I bought it or that Red Wing was collectible.

Vineyard in California

2010-11-28T19:56:00.000-08:00

A few weeks ago my husband and I drove to Santa Barbara. On our way we spotted a vineyard that was covered with a netting to keep the birds from eating the grapes.
It was nice for the pickers because it was shady and cooler while picking. I have never seen this before. Where we live, the farmers use blank shotguns set to go off every 60 seconds or so. It works well to scare to birds away.

They were as far as the eye could see long.

Signs

2010-11-23T06:23:00.000-08:00

When I visit my daughter in Texas we make a day trip to Canton. I buy most of my signs from there. They are hand painted with a bible scripture on the backside of each sign. The lady that paints them is soooo sweet. She and her husband work the both together. I can't wait to make the trip again. The next trip I am going to visit my friends Girls gone Junkin (Cathy and Deidra). Their both is always wonder and so much fun to see. There is Maggie (Veranda) and LaurieAnna's new store next to Canton, I just can't wait to visit with them too.

I wish everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving. May God bless all of you. sandi

Industrial Table

2010-11-13T17:00:00.000-08:00

I recently found this industrial table, I think it would make a great island in the kitchen or a bar for a patio. A friend had a good idea use it as a night stand. One nice feature about a metal table, you don't have to worry about spilling liquid or scrating the finish. It is perfect for the husband to use. I hope you have a nice weekend.

My Two Visitors

2010-11-05T17:18:00.000-07:00

Look who came to visit us on Holloween. Miss Elizabeth and Little Elijah. They were on their way to a church party for some family fun.

This has to be the sweetest little duck I have ever seen. At least it is the only one that I hugged and kissed.

Lost and Found

2010-11-05T17:03:00.000-07:00

I just don't understand how I can do it. Somehow I lost these photos when I was blogging (last time) so I just used whatever photos were left. Now I was going to blog about Elijah and Miss Elizabeth and look what showed up! But where are E and E's photos?

A close-up of the inlay detail on the drawer. This table has been a big hit in the store. One problems is, you need a large room to put in in......

I hope that you all have a great weekend. sandi

How is your week going?

2010-10-29T06:01:00.000-07:00

Mom and I are taking a little R&R this week. Becky and Joni are working at the store. I'm just hanging around the ranch with my friends.

The boy and girls eating a little birds seed. Their daily morning treat in Dad's work shop.

Have a nice day. Mom will be back soon. Barney and friends

Old Library Table

2010-10-13T18:45:00.000-07:00

A few months ago I found this old library table, unfortunately someone cut the legs.
Now it is used for a coffee table. The top was painted a dark brown. I sanded the paint off of the top and stained it to match the rest of the table. I like the simple inlay on the drawer front.

What do you think about making new legs for the table? It would make a nice dinning table. Someone mentioned adding to the original legs and making a metal band to cover the seam. What would you do?

Fall Time Tables

2010-10-11T19:02:00.000-07:00

This oak draw leaf table is new to the store. It has just been refinished and is a beauty.

A Smart Shopper just purchased this nice oak table with six chairs. It will be nice for the holidays. Good choice Judy!

Here is a sweet little starter table. If you have a small area the leaves will tuck under the table top. It is enamel with a few tiny beauty chips. I love the yellow top with flowers in the corners and the green edging. It is so cozy for that cottage look.

Happy and Happy

2010-10-10T16:59:00.000-07:00

My best friend Betty and her husband George. Celebrating their 60th Anniversary with their family and friends after church. Many of their high school friends also attend. It was a very happy and great day for both of them. May God Bless them with many more years.

This is the beautiful wedding dress that Betty was married in 60 years ago.

After 60 years of marriage they are still so much in love. Betty also is a antique dealer. We have been neighbors and friends for the last 20 years.

Now for the other Happy. Jude is ten years old and we had a nice dinner party for his birthday. It was a busy weekend.

Victorian Table

2010-10-09T04:51:00.000-07:00

This table has to be one of my favorites. The extension leaf pops up when you pull the table apart. The leaf stores under the table when it is closed. The table was in pieces when I bought it. The top was off and the leaf did not work. A few days with my handyman and new paint job and look at her now! How do you like her legs?

This table should be good for another 100 years. I hope you have a nice weekend.

New computer

2010-10-08T14:33:00.000-07:00

My dear son setting up my new computer for me. What a sweetheart, I have so many silly questions to ask. It is hard for me to make changes and learn how to use new equipment. Yesterday, he was showing me how to store and file my photos. I love the keyboard it is so easy to type with it. This will be my first blog with Mr. Little. Miss Della must have weighed 25 lbs. I hope you all have a great weekend.

Our Fall Blog Luncheon is Postponed

2010-09-29T18:26:00.000-07:00

Our Fall blog luncheon will be postponed until the Spring. Time was getting near and we were so excited to meet all of you. Do to a surgery date conflict, we needed to make this change. We will be posting the new Spring date on our blog. We are sorry for any inconvenience to you. The best to all of you. sandi

Miss Della is Retiring

2010-09-24T15:24:00.000-07:00

My computer Miss Della is finished, wants no more to do with me! Fine, Mr. Sony will be happy to take your place soon. You can keep all of my photos to yourself Miss Della. Just wait until I take you into the computer shop! They are going to strip you of everything!!!! No more blogs, emails, surfing the web, or holding all of my photos. I am finished with you too.

Hello to all my blog friends. Sorry it might be a while until I have my new guy (Mr. Sony). I promise as soon as I can, I will be posting again. Until then, I will be reading your blogs. Blessings, sandi

House Call

2010-09-03T16:42:00.000-07:00

In my husband's study, I stack the shelves with old medical curiosities from a bygone era.

I like old leather, especially when it's scuffed and worn, and wonderfully textured.

Leather, books, and wood...

..perfect for a man's study.

Happy Labor Day Weekend!
God Bless those who serve our country!

--Brandy

I Felt It

2010-08-21T08:28:00.000-07:00

Do you felt? Well, you should. The internet if full of free designs and free imagination if you're looking for that special handmade gift. Check out this super-easy, super-chic little flower pattern that you can add or subtract from:

Attach it to a hairband and this cute kindergartner is transformed into a pretty, pint-sized senorita:

Attach it to velcro and you can clip it onto a purse, belt, kiddie shoes, or even a dog collar:

My poor boy is blushing!

Check out this cute blog, Yoonie-at-home, for a flower template and some ideas. Happy felting!!

Golf

2010-08-08T08:42:00.000-07:00

Golf is the hot topic around my house these days. I have swung irons around since a small girl, but my husband is a burgeoning player who begs me to come with him to the driving range in the evenings once the sun has hung low enough in the sky to not singe in the triple digits.

So when I was looking for a unique and thoughtful container for my kitchen utensils, I knew I would come out swinging when I landed this rusty, old thing at the flea market. With a little bit of elbow grease, I kinda like it.

And so does the hubs.

The Tale of the Three Stools

2010-08-01T17:13:00.000-07:00

This last weekend I went to a local flea market with the goal of finding myself one industrial sitting stool to use in my sewing room. I wanted to be able to sit at my raised cutting table, then tuck it beneath the table when not in use.

I found a matching pair with adjustable legs and I couldn't resist purchasing them both. My mom always likes to see my projects whenever she visits and try her hand at whatever I am doing, so the second stool would be handy for her, or a friend.

I loaded my stools up and then returned to shop with my granny cart. It wasn't ten minutes later that I came across another interesting iron stool, with wood slats and a rush backing. The little French girl in me couldn't resist purchasing it too.

I zipped them home and washed them up, then took a sander to the wood slats to bring them to their natural state.

Oui?

Calling All Bloggers!!

2010-07-27T08:32:00.000-07:00

Some fellow bloggers and I are throwing a Blog Party!! Come join us!! We will be enjoying a fabulous lunch, hear from a guest speaker, and treat you to some giveaways! And get ready for a fun contest for name tags--- get creative and make up one that reflects your blog!

The party will be held at The Green Pea Boutique:

Map of 1802 Main St, Escalon, CA 95320-1920

sunnyoreo@hotmail.com.

Put "Festival" in the subject line.

Please include the following:

Your name, blog name and URL,

location and date you started blogging.

Also indicate if we can use your name in a posted list of participants.

Don't wait, space is limited.

Please sign up as soon as possible!

Festival Committee

Sandi from The Green Pea Boutique

Jean from In the Garden with Miss Jean

Becky from Sweet Cottage Dreams

Dawn from Cottage State of Mind

We hope to see you there!

Found in The Green Pea

2010-07-21T19:05:00.000-07:00

My mom had this unique pair of hand-painted Chinese cranes on canvas. The paintings are old and the frames are a beautifully-aged bamboo. I spotted them on one of our trips back to California hanging in the The Green Pea. I thought that I could find a handsome spot to showcase them in my foyer. My dad, being the carpenter that he is, made me a heavy-duty, bomb-proof "crate" to ship them to Texas in and they arrived perfectly unscathed. Thanks, Mom and Dad!

--Brandy

Hey! come peek with me in the Pea.

2010-07-17T13:44:00.000-07:00

My Oma has been busy working on some new treasures for The Green Pea. Here are a few of them.

Here is her new pottery pig. He will hold her business cards until someone takes him home with them. Yes, Oma will part with him....

This table is really nice, it is adjustable in height. You can raise it up and down. There are two chairs that go with the table. The table is from the Eames era, I will take in the chairs next week.

Look at this wrought iron garden table. It has a place in the middle (under the glass) for a plant or something decorative. Even some candles in a glass container might be nice.

I wish that you all have a nice weekend.

New Mexico and the Sunflower Seeds

2010-07-13T19:35:00.000-07:00

This last week my husband and I met my parents, brother and sis-in-law and new baby, in the New Mexico Rockies. We stayed in a cabin and did some day trips around the Enchanted Circle and to Santa Fe. The terrain is diverse and very beautiful---from scrubby sagebrush to dense forests of tall evergreens and aspen.

Below is a picture of the back of the cabin that we all shared. Do you see that deck? Off of this back deck we saw wildlife galore---deer, elk, chipmunks, bats, hummingbirds, woodpeckers, and everything in between.

New Mexico happens to be one of the best bird-watching states in the U.S. I brought along some sunflower seeds and filled up the bird feeder located just off of the deck. In less than ten minutes, we were surprised by a very hungry visitor!

Have a bear-y blessed week!!

Brandy

Final Projects

2010-07-03T13:29:00.000-07:00

This will be the last time for spray painting in the old livery stable. All of the rooms will be finished in a few months (I hope). The doors all had to be custom made. The doorways had large openings for horses to go through. My husband Jim made these doors out of redwood 2x6's. I love the way they finished out. Whenever I show the doors to my customers they want to put a order in for theirs, I think not. We have our home to finish also. It was put on hold so we could work on the Pea. It has been just over three years that Jim has worked on my store. He is a love and he is so good to me. It has always been a dream to have my own store.

This is a before of the walls. I will be posting a photo when it is finished. We are still deciding what to cover the stairs with or maybe just painting them.

These doors are so heavy it takes two men to move them around.

I am so excited about these front doors and sidelights. I still have the original double wooden stable doors. I will use them in the store one day. They are stored away right now.
I wish you all a safe 4th of July. sandi

Guest Blogger

2010-06-29T21:11:00.000-07:00

Hi y'all--

My name is Brandy and I live in Texas and my mom has asked me to periodically guest blog for her. I thought that I would share with you some of my old finds and how I've implemented them into my decor. I like finding ways to give new purpose to old items.

Y'all may remember my guest bedroom that my mom posted about before when I was first putting it together. I have since slowly been adding accessories as I find them. One of my more recent finds was this old wooden ladder from England. After getting it home and spending a morning cleaning it and sealing it in my garage, I moved it into this empty corner near the en suite bathroom. I thought it would be the perfect holder for bath towels or a handy spot for guests to drape their clothes or pajamas.

Happy 4th of July!!

Brandy

Baby Blues

2010-06-24T14:48:00.000-07:00

Look at this cutie. I have four ladies that specialize in baby photography. I find it so much fun to find props for them. This is my latest one. I can just see a little pewee in there......

I bought this piece a few weeks ago. It will be my next project this weekend. It is very old and it's a first time for me to see wooden nails. Yes, they used wooden nails as you can see in the following photo. Unfortunately they sawed the legs off. I think it will make a great coffee table. The wooden knobs are all hand turned and the dovetails are done by hand. I love it......

Oh! sorry. The thumb prints are so tiny I selected the wrong photo. When it is finished I will show you the photo of the wooden nails. Silly ole me....

I sold this beautiful patio set to a sweet couple last week. After they bought it, they asked me it I knew someone that would paint it. It's getting painted, oh! no!......I love the patina of this one just as it is....I am sure it will be perfect and beautiful when it is finished. It is going into her house as a kitchen table. I am excited to see the fabric that she is going to use on the seats. This table will make a real garden statement in her home. I will have to get some photos of it when it is finished.

Someone took great care of this table over the years. The glass it so clear and thick. It so hard to sell these beauties. Really..have a good evening. sandi

My Latest Visit to Texas

2010-06-21T15:27:00.000-07:00

Hey Mom, you pick the bread. Right hand or the left? It made the best toast for breakfast the next morning. Maybe it was Texas or maybe because he made it for me. But it sure tasted good.

Later that evening I was telling him some stories. He is a good listener!

Working on a project that Brandy bought at Canton. It is a cute shabby bench. It was so much fun to work with her in the garage. The dogs thought it was a lot of fun just hanging around with us.

I was trying to take a nap on the sofa and look who joined me. What can you do when this little face looks at you? The Judge said, "I just want to cuddle with you Oma". You just have to move over and make some room for him.

Daughter was trying to put her shoes on and Judge knew we were going to leave without him. We were getting ready to leave for Canton. I met Cathy from Girls gone Junking there. She was so nice to spend some time talking with us. She and Dedra were so busy I did not want to take up to much time. Their customer lines was getting longer and longer. Our photos did not turn out of Cathy and myself.

Antique Club Meeting at The Green Pea

2010-06-18T13:49:00.000-07:00

First line of business was the Antique Club meeting. After a quick meeting the ladies enjoyed refreshments and shopping. I think everyone found something to go home with. A few ladies have returned to buy somethings they had seen but had to sleep on it first. Oh! maturity it can be to practical sometimes.

Summer Garden

2010-06-17T12:03:00.000-07:00

Until I can find that round piece of glass to fit this old iron table, I am willing to let the chickens roost on it. They enjoy sitting on it each evening for about an hour before they go to their night time post. It is cute to see them all sitting in a circle. I am not sure who breaks up their little party but soon they are all off to bed.

We have been moving these river stones out of the back yard and into my side garden area.

My favorite flowering bush, it has been blooming for about 2 weeks now. I love the cream edges on the leaves.

I had a pathway in this garden but it is a bit overgrown now. It needs some pruning sometime soon. The gravel needs a little refreshing also. Oh! I could find a lot of things to catch up on at home if I wanted to.

This beautiful ruby red hanging lamp has a little crack in the glass, so I thought I would just enjoy it hanging in my arbor. It is so pretty when the sun shines through . The Hummingbirds seem to love it also.

Post Office Table

2010-06-15T15:14:00.000-07:00

This table was in the Post Office for many years before being discarded. I am not sure how many years it was outside before I rescued it. The rain and the weather rusted the top so beautifully. After a little yellow paint and some sanding on the top it is a beauty now.... I am not the only one who loved it, so did the gentleman yesterday. It is his new dinning table now. You would have to agree that a one piece table top made of metal is so easy to care for. It also has a nice big drawer to hold linens, salt and pepper or silverware. The table is sturdy, practical, heavy duty and beautiful. I am sure it will be around for many years to come. It is already around 60 years old.

I have tried different chairs around it. It even looks great with the bench on one side. The bench has been sold or Peter would have bought it to go with his table. I am on the lookout for another bench that would work for him. That is not always easy to find the right piece right away. Patience!

I love this old wooden truck that some Grandfather made for the garden or patio. It would be sweet with small Christmas gifts loaded in the back. I actually dumps too!

Look at Andy in the child's pull sled. The sled would also look great with Christmas gift in it.

Some silver spoons and forks that I found at a Estate Sale. Something tells me my daughter Brandy might like them.....ya I think so. In all honesty I bought them hoping that she want them.

Hope you have a good evening. sandi

2010-06-15T15:04:00.000-07:00

A Wonderful Sunday

2010-06-09T13:03:00.000-07:00

This last Sunday was a wonderful day for our family. We attended Elijah's Dedication to the Lord. As Grandparents we felt so Blessed. Later in the day we had a wonderful lunch at the other Blessed Grandparents home. There were cousins, aunties, grandmothers, grandfathers and even a great grandmother hugging and kissing little Elijah. We all waited our turn to hold him and love on him. He was sooooo good and had a big smile for each one of us....May God Bless you little man. Love, Oma

Don't ya just love the color green on this old metal tool box?

I came across this old military file cabinet a few weeks ago. I think it makes for an interesting side table. It is from WWII and the drawers open and close easily. Great for storage.

I am tired of painting white and black. So here is a new paint color for me.... I am loving the brightness and cheer.

Coffee Time at The Green Pea

2010-06-08T14:28:00.000-07:00

The morning started off early 5 am. I baked some blueberry muffins, made a fruit salad, sliced some cheese and ham, things were going well. Thought I would get to the store early. First thing to do: filled the large coffee pot with water and measured out the coffee and get it started. It takes a long time to brew. So plugged it in....Oh know! It was broken, it would not perk...called my loyal friend and asked her if I can I use her large coffee pot? Oh know! she had loaned it to someone else. What can I do?? Dear friend (Betty) brought over her little house coffee pot and some warming pots and she started to make coffee for me and filling the warming pots. Bless her, she is such a good friend. I am glad that she came up with the idea. It all turned out wonderful and we had a good time. We even had coffee left over. That was great because some of my family was driving from Canada to Southern CA and stopped in for a visit. We also had a great time catching up on our family. It was an exciting morning.

Just a few of the people who stopped in to chat and have coffee. Of course a little shopping too.

Here are a couple of loyal sweet ladies, I invited them over a month ago and they marked their calendar and did not forget to come. Thank you for getting up early and having coffee with us.

Now you can meet three of the handsome husbands in town. Mine is the one in the middle...

Meet Agatha and Larry, they are Mr. and Mrs. Escalon. Every year Escalon picks a new Mr. and Mrs. this is a very special couple. They own the Ace Hardware Store and everyone knows what good service they will get there. This is a good place to end today...Hope that your day went well too. sandi

Out and About

2010-06-02T14:59:00.000-07:00

Here is a photo of Barney looking for a mouse that got away from him. Lucky for the mouse that Barney was not in his fast mode that morning.

Sometimes I find just the perfect little table for the store. This one was a winner. Small with drop leaves, painted a celery green, built so sturdy and heavy. Lots of charm. I wish I had tables like this come my way more often. It would also be a cute child's table.

I was fast enough to get a photo of this cute head and foot board bed bench. We already took the sweet pillows off it, when I said let me get my camera. Next step was to load the bench in her truck... and she drove away with a big smile on her face.

Here is my old dog Logan. She is a great watch dog. She stays home to keep an eye on the place. She has her eyes on a chicken that is up on a tree stump making a lot of noise.

I made delivery for a special friend and look what she made for me...Oh! does this look good or what? Yes, it was so delicious. I ate the whole thing! She even sent home some for Jim and I for lunch. You know what? Jim ate it all before I told him some was for me.....Thank you Dear friend for the wonderful thoughtful treat. I enjoyed the morning with you...

New Table for The Pea

2010-05-10T13:35:00.000-07:00

Another new painted table for the store. Lately I have been painting my tables black. It is time for a white one again. This past week I have been painting some small side tables some bright colors. I like to see colorful things in the store.

Here it is May 10th and we are still getting rain. Another heavy rain shower, this water is about six inches deep. The water is coming up over the curb. The leaves are plugging the drain in front of the store.

My pretty Tiger Oak bench. I really thought about keeping this one for myself but my dear friend thought she might want it also. She won!

I love this old hooked rug that has been framed. I was keeping it just in case our new Grandchild was a girl... as you already know, it was a boy. So in the store it came and is now for sale. I keep to many of my finds anyway.

Better than a Ladder

2010-04-14T17:34:00.000-07:00

Here is our new toy for the store. Now we can reach the 20' ceilings easily and safely. It will also come in handy for any work that is up high. It will be nice for me to wash my windows from the outside. No more ladders!

I think the iron legs on this table are so pretty. It also has four comfortable chairs to match.

This pretty old painted piece with leaded glass doors, was in my house for years. I thought I would bring it in the store. Before I could even put the shelves in and decorate the case, it was sold. Sorry, that's the was it goes sometimes.

This is a new Shaker Farm drop leaf table, look at the inlaid work. It is all hand made, the patina on this old table is wonderful.

When both sides are down the table does not take up much room. You can sit eight people easily when both leaves are up. This is the first Shaker piece I have ever had in the store. It is so simple and so pretty.

A Couple of my Favorite Guys

2010-04-05T17:42:00.000-07:00

I will start with my faithful guy Barney, bathing in the sun coming through the windows...

Here is my proud son Scott holding his new son, Elijah Scott. Of course Oma thinks they are so wonderful and beautiful......

Elijah opening his eyes, I think it was a lot of hard work for him. He took a little nap after looking at his daddy.

He is just a sweetheart. He sleeps all day and parties at night with Mommy and Daddy....
Can you remember those days? I really do miss them, they passed so quickly...thanks for looking. Oma sandi

A Peek at the Animals

2010-03-27T13:55:00.000-07:00

Lovely cat but has so many demands for me. Hold me, feed me, let me outside, on and on...

This is Mr. nice guy. Don't bother me and I will not bother you....or anyone else either.

Our new little chickens. They are so cute. The mother chicken is so proud of them.

It's a big world out there! Mom take us out for a look at the other animals......

This cat is great! She does not eat, meow or need to go outside. She just sleeps and sleeps day and night. She only needs to be moved when I sell the piece from under her....my kind of cat.....

What a week for Auntie Sandi

2010-03-14T19:21:00.000-07:00

Some of my lovely nieces came to visit, The Green Pea and after we all had lunch to celebrate two 50th Birthdays. What a blessing to be a Auntie to such wonderful ladies. I love them all so much.

Can anyone tell me about this rolling pin? It is old and I was told, it was used for pasta. Please let me know if you know anything about what it was used for.....

A new iron piece for the store. It would also make a nice pot holder if hung for the ceiling.

Two pillows for the horse lovers. I love the horse jumping pillow and the blanket pillow behind it. The Hunt boots add a little equestrian flavor...... Also the old, old dresser in the background is just so beautiful. It is my husbands favorite piece in the store.

I just received these new quilted pillows. They are so sweet and look so nice all around the store.

Almond Blossom Time

2010-03-07T08:10:00.000-08:00

This is a beautiful time of year in the Valley. All of the Almond trees are in bloom. This year the rain and wind made for a short time to enjoy the beauty. You can see the blossoms on the ground after a windy day.

These photos were taken last week. This week the trees are starting to turn green with their new leaves.

I hope you have a wonderful and blessed Sunday. sandi

Some projects for the Pea

2010-03-02T10:00:00.000-08:00

This is a table I just finished painting a lovely black. I am so pleased at how it finished out. I have one of the chairs to the set below.

How do you like this sweet blue baby doll buggy? What little girl would not want to have one for her favorite doll? Grandma please buy this one for me......your loving Grandchild....

This is a project chair, I have four of them and I will be painting them black to go with the table above. I am not sure yet what I will do with the seats, I have to think about that.....

One more project, a bunny cage, I am going to make it a cute little home for my doves. I will post pictures when I am finished. Thank you friend Anita, I needed one more project.......

Another friend Sweet Janice, she will be having a 85th Birthday in a few days. Gave this old piece to me, her dad used it in his garage for years as a work station. It came out of the old market on Main Street here in Escalon many, many years ago. He owned the barber shop next door to the market. I just amazes me that I can still find these old treasures in someones garage or barn in my own town. I will have to take some more pictures when it is in the store. It completely feel apart when I took it home from her house.....Lucky I have a nice husband !!!

A Baby Shower for the New Grandchild

2010-02-08T05:55:00.000-08:00

Rachelle with a cute little sweater for the little guy, soon to arrive in March. He will be the first child for Scott and Rachelle.

Here is my first grandchild Madison. She made this cute little puppy for her new cousin. The shower was so much fun and it was nice to meet so many of Rachelle's friends. This little baby received so many sweet gifts. He even has a baby camping tent..... wow!

Little Zack and Rusty Treasures

2010-02-04T19:01:00.000-08:00

This is our new little fella Zack. He is enjoying meeting all of the family. The chickens, cats, dogs, sheep and many more friends. Mom said, "you need to get along or you can't be part of this family. So far so good, I seem to be getting along just fine.

Hey! do you see that Barney is sticking his tongue out at me? He thinks he is so smart sitting in the truck with all of the rusty treasures.........

Soon these will be in The Green Pea I am getting ready for Spring already. See the great Motel lawn chairs. Just look at the old wheelbarrow, it would be great to plant your flowers or herbs in.

Oh look! a old chippy screen door, iron beds, ironwork trim. Mr. Husband will be real happy to see all this go to the store. I wonder why he built a tall fence around my treasures?

I must have really liked this pile of .........you know, treasures. I had to show the picture twice.

Rusty Treasures

2010-02-04T18:39:00.000-08:00

A Peek in the Pea

2010-01-16T18:06:00.000-08:00

When ever I see old luggage for sale I usually buy it. My husband always asks me what are you going to do with another suitcase? I own about 45 of them right now, they are in the basement. I love to store my linens in them. I just selected six of them to sell. It is difficult to let any of them go. I love them all......

This is a very old school desk with a drawer under the set. It is solid oak and soooo heavy, I have not seen one like this before.

Just found this lovely black wire birdcage. We used a white one at my son's wedding to put the wedding cards in. It looked very nice on the gift table.

A Party at The Green Pea

2010-01-06T12:47:00.000-08:00

This is my dear friend Terry. She offered to help set the tables for our Family Christmas Party. She called it playing and came to the store four days and played all by herself. Thank you, my very special friend. I would have never have made it without your help.... The store was very busy and I helped the customers while Terry puttered around the tables always with a lovely smile. She even gave me a hand when I got to busy with customers.

Terry used three sets of different white dishes that I had. She mixed and matched them using green and white dish towels as napkins on a burlap table cloth. There was three long tables with 30 place settings, it was beautiful. I wish I had taken more pictures.

Here are a few of my wonderful sister in-laws chatting with each other. It was a happy and cheerful evening for all. Outside there were hundreds of parents with their children watching the Santa Parade on Main Street. After the parade was over the children roasted marshmallows and had hot chocolate into the evening. We could see them in the park across for the store. Seems as we were all having a good time. Talk about festive!

A couple more sisters. They made a joke to me about ordering The Santa Parade for the Christmas dinner. I told them, Oh! it was nothing just some of my friends that wanted to help make the evening fun.....

2010-01-06T12:34:00.000-08:00

Love My New Camera

2009-12-14T17:55:00.000-08:00

I have a BIG problem. Sweet little daughter bought a new camera for me a few weeks ago. Oh! I love it, it is fun to point and click. What color do you think she bought for me? Yep, green! My favorite color. It is nice small so I can put it in my pocket and carry it anywhere. My other camera was so big and heavy, I hated to carry it around unless I knew I was going to use it for sure. So many times I would say, " I wish I had taken my camera with me." Now I have no excuses for not taking it with me all of the time. It has been fun snapping pictures of everthing all around town. The only problem now is___ I down loaded the pictures and put them on the computer today. But where are they?? How do I find them? Tomorrow I will call my son and have him stop by and help me find them.... Hopefully soon I will post some pictures of the Family Christmas party at The Green Pea. Let me just say, we had soooooo much fun. Good evening.

Christmas Dinner

2009-12-03T19:27:00.000-08:00

Mr. Pea comes from a very large family and is one of twelve children. In the last decade, his siblings have begun a wonderful tradition where they each take turns hosting a Christmas dinner. We look forward to it every December. This year, it is our turn!

Country Living

I thought it would be fun to host our family dinner inside The Green Pea Boutique. For the last two weeks, I have been rearranging my store and moving furniture around in order to make way for buffet tables and dinner tables and places to sit while grazing on hors d'oeuvres. Yesterday I had a dear friend come by and help me iron table cloths and napkins, then decorate the tables. So much work but we are almost there! Saturday the family will begin rolling into town for our big evening together, church the next morning, then a lunch before they head home.

I am very excited.

Vote for my daughter's living room!

2009-11-23T09:59:00.000-08:00

My daughter, Brandy, entered a contest on another blog to win a Restoration Hardware brickmaker's table. Velvet & Linen has teamed up with Mark Sage, the designer for the new Restoration Hardware furniture, to give away three tables (priced at around $1300) for absolutely free! The goal was to prove that this table can look completely different in three different decors.

After over 170 entries were received, my daughter made it to the Top 10! Now it is up to the readers to select the three recipients.

I have shared pictures of my daughter's home before---her sewing room and her guest bedroom that she put together with help from her father. Brandy and her husband love to travel abroad and she has decorated their living space with items she "dragged home on the plane." I think it reflects their lifestyle well!

My daughter riding out in the Sahara Desert. She does not get this sense of adventure from Mom.

Here's the link to the poll. Will you please vote for "Brandy O"? I will be sure to post pictures if she wins that table!

A Few New Treasures

2009-11-19T16:52:00.000-08:00

Sweet little chopping block island with storage shelf at the bottom.

I really like this Vintage coffee table I painted black. I like the height of this table.

A very carved Vintage marble topped coffee table painted black of course!

My beautiful green bedroom set that I bought from my friend Janice, it was her mother's and Janice turned 85 years old this past March. I love you Janice, you are a Dear Friend..

This is the lovely dresser, chair, mirror and headboard. The night stand and tallboy are not pictured. The set sold in just a few days. So many customers commented on how pretty they thought it was. I was really in love with it too! Not everyone has the room for a set with so many pieces, so I priced it separately or as a set. I was happy that it was sold as a set. After all of those years together I did not want to see it separated. Silly I know!!

Barney's Work Day at The Green Pea

2009-11-10T07:08:00.000-08:00

Hey Mom, do you have a little time to play ball with me? I am a little bored.

I think I will take a short nap. If someone comes in will you keep your voices down? I am so tired.

I think that it would be nice if I had a pillow or even better a soft new bed, this floor smashes my head.

Wish it was closing time, there is nothing for me to do and I miss my friend Logan. I want to play and all Mom does is work, talk, talk, talk and help customers.

I have just been promoted and this is my very own chair. I am now the store greeter and wear my tie to look professional. I can hardly keep the smile off of my face. How do you think I look?

My New Day Bed and Quilt

2009-11-04T18:50:00.000-08:00

This is the iron double bed I bought this past summer. I can just see it in someones sun room.

I purchased two beautiful quilts this summer and this is the second one. It is about 80 years old and is so beautiful. The picture does not do it justice. The first quilt I put on one of my beds because I was having a Open House and it sold the first day. Oh! I really wanted it for myself too.

One nice feature about a double day bed it that you do not have to remove the pillows to take a little nap.

There are so many tiny stitches and this quilt feels so nice to the touch.

This iron bed is unique in that booth ends are the same height. It is painted a light grey and has a few chippies. The swags are so elegant, I wanted to keep it also but I do not have room for it in my house. I just love the colors in this quilt and think it looks so nice with the bed. I hope you all have a good evening.

The Lion's Club Fall Car Show

2009-09-16T12:56:00.000-07:00

Escalon's Lion Club had a very successful Car Show this past Saturday. With over 280 cars entered, food courts, vendor booths, raffles, 50's music and just a lot of fun for family and friends. I think all of the shops and the Cafe were very busy on Main Street. The weather was cooler and we even had a few showers in the morning.

So many cars to look at. It was hard to pick just one car as your favorite, they were all so nice.

It was very nice to have the cars parked on the grass, it made the walking easy on the legs and it was cooler than the heated pavement. Important things when you get older!

The showers seem to clean the air and drop all the dirty dust on the beautiful old cars. Fortunately a few towels and a little elbow grease and they were sparkling clean again. Rain-rain go away! All these little boys want to play!

Here is Madison looking at all of the trophies for the winners in the car show. Madison came to help her Oma for the day at the store. Thank you sweetie for your help. I had a Fall Harvest Open House and it was a busy day for The Green Pea. The Oakdale Art Club had 20 members showing their art work in my store and that was a real treat. Thank you to all of the members for sharing your works. They are a friendly group with a lot to offer their members and the local communities. I was please to hear that they had some new sign ups for membership. A special thanks to Janet, Dorthy and Anita for looking after all of the art work, Friday and Saturday.

Oops! one more pic (blog meeting)

2009-09-13T20:52:00.000-07:00

Fun Meeting New Blogging Friends

2009-09-13T19:12:00.000-07:00

Last week I was asked by these three lovely blogging ladies to join them for breakfast . I know Miss Jean from In The Garden with Miss Jean and Becky from Sweet Cottage Dreams, but Dawn from Cottage State of Mind was new to all of us. So we met for a wonderful breakfast at the local Waffel Factory. We were all having a good time laughing, telling stories and talking about our families and of course our dogs. It was time for me to open, so we headed to the store for a few more hours of fun. Dawn had made a Pupcake for each of us, they were so cute. It had two 1930's Scotty dog candle holders on the top, she also used a 1930's plates to set the pupcakes on. Dawn found the Scotty dogs and plates in the attic of her 1930's Bungalow home. You can find the directions on how to make the cakes on her blog. She also had a copy of the cover of a 1930's Sunset with a sweet little girl and a Scotty made for each of us. Just for the record both Jean and Becky are the proud owners of Scotty dogs and they are all soooo cute too! Check out their blogs and you will see for yourself. Sweet Becky had a gift for us too, thank you for the cute little note pad, magnet and book marker. The day was so much fun that I hope we have another one soon.

Dawn holding her camera , Miss Jean and Becky holding their Pupcakes, how do you like B's green hat?

Dawn found just the right Fall color tie for her dog Sunny. I bet you look cute Sunny.

Burlap table Cloth

2009-09-06T08:48:00.000-07:00

What do you think about covering a few of my display tables with burlap table clothes? I love the texture and color of burlap.

Two Sweeties and New Treasures

2009-08-31T06:22:00.000-07:00

These two young ladies Camille and Josie had the sweetest little smiles. I just had to take their pictures. They bought a sign that read: No boys allowed ! for their bedroom. I hope that your brother gets the hint girls......

I have been finding trunks lately. I love them for coffee tables and also for storage of quilts and what ever.

Here are two new flower frogs. I have a collection of my own and I am always looking for unique frogs. I have some made of pottery, wire, iron & glass but my favorites are the wire ones.

Look at these little cuties, they are hand made and painted. They would be nice for the garden, patio and inside the home. They are vintage and in good condition. Just toooo sweet.

My truck was full and I needed to make two trips of treasures, I was lucky this time. It was all from Escalon, all of this from only two sales. I am trying to not buy projects, love to just clean the new treasures and put them in the store right away. Sooooo nice........ Well, I am not showing the truck because it has about 4 projects in there. Most of them are easy except for one dresser that needs painting. Just can not pass a real deal !!!

Meet Barney the store dog

2009-08-28T21:18:00.000-07:00

This is my little man Barney all dressed for work. He is the greeter for everyone that comes into the store. You can find him asleep on the job often. but he is never late for work because I will always find him in the back of the truck waiting to leave. I don't think he has missed but about 3 days of work in the last six years. He really enjoys getting dressed in the morning and when I take the tie off he knows it time to go home. Oh! he's just to smart. Well I hope you liked meeting Barney.

Just a few Pix

2009-08-28T20:44:00.000-07:00

Here are some of the colorful ties for only the BEST OF THE DOGS to wear to work or play.

This cute little white enamel table with black trim, draw and two pull out leaves was a real looker. It didn't last in the store very long.

These fruit and bottles boxes were a gift to me from a friend that was moving into a smaller home.

Look at this great baby buggy I found in a neighboring town. It is a German buggy with fancy fenders.

Have a nice weekend. Sandi

Dish Towel Quilt

2009-08-25T19:17:00.001-07:00

This beautiful red and white quilt was made in just 3 months. It is pieced together by machine and hand quilted. A fabric border and trim was added around the edge.

This quilt was made as a wedding gift. Don't you wish you had a friend like Chris? What a heartfelt wedding gift, one that will last forever.

Meet the lovely maker of this quilt, Chris. She was taking it home to give to her friends. So many hours and hours of hand stitching done with love. Chris, you are a sweet lady!

This how it all started out, just a bundle of dish towels. Wow! who would have guessed? Notice the rows of tiny hand stitches? Thank you Chris for letting me borrow your quilt for a week.
So many of my customers enjoyed looking at your work of art.

Harvest Open House

2009-08-23T15:25:00.000-07:00

The Green Pea will be celebrating its first anniversary on September 11th & 12th. please come and say hello and have some refreshments and fun. The Oakvalley Art Society will be displaying their beautiful works of art both days. OVAS was founded in 1999 in Oakdale (our sister city) the members have a commitment to encourage art in Escalon, Oakdale and surrounding communities. Special interest has been devoted to promoting Outreach Programs for Youth. They have sponsored youth awars at both the San Joaquin County Fair and the Stanislaus County Fair. The artists will have their artwork for sale. The store hours will be 11-4 pm Friday and 9-11 pm Saturday.

The Escalon Lions Club will be having their 16th Annual Autumn Cuise on Saturday, September 12, 2009. Main Street will be closed down to hold this event. It starts at 8 am-4 pm with many events: Breakfast available at The Grange Hall, lunch in the Patio Court of The Green Pea, Vendors Show, 50/50 Jackpot Raffle, Raffles and Drawings all day.

Registration Downtown Escalon 8 am-12 noon
Show and Shine 8 am-2pm
Poker Walk 11 am-1pm
Car Judging 12 pm-2pm
Goodie Bag and Dash Plaque to the first 150 entrants
Over 20 separate awards
Free (participants only) raffle ticket with car entry
Cruise Drawing (rules available at the Friday Night Pre-Cruise)
Music and DJ services by Gene Adams
Pre-Registration by mail must be received by August 31, 2009 for more information contact
John Salvin (925) 216-4077 or Bud Andrew (209) 815-5789.

Hope that you can come and join us for a fun time.

Reinventing my Treasures

2009-08-15T14:41:00.000-07:00

I have been working on taking some old sewing machines apart so that I can use the treadle for a table base. Since I have a hard time throwing anything away, I made a frame/hanger from the wooden frame that holds the sewing machine. I took the machine out and sold it by itself for $30 I am thinking I can part it out for more than selling all together!

I have two old oak table tops I plan on putting on these bases. My friend had a thick piece of beveled glass cut for her treadle base and made a hall entry table. It was very nice you could see all the details of the treadle through the glass top.

This is a unique double bed frame, the headboard is the same height as the footboard. Do you think it is to wide to make a daybed out of it?

I just love rusty old small wagons! Think of all the fun some kids had playing with this one.
Well, have a Sunday and I am going to have a fun day off. Maybe go for a ride in the country after Church. Blessings, Sandi

Take Time To Smell The Flowers

2009-08-13T14:42:00.000-07:00

Well, Tuesday I was delivering a few things to my friend Becky's home ( Sweet Cottage Dreams ) and I was in a hurry as usual. Becky asked if I would like a cup of coffee, since I had only had one cup that morning I said, "yes I would love a cup". I had read Becky's blog the night before and it was about her mother's advice on how to: TAKE TIME TO SMELL THE FLOWER'S. So I did just that, my work would wait for me at the store. We had a wonderful time, we talked shop and eat homemade blueberry-banana bread and fresh fruit with a few cups of coffee. Even her dog Fiona (a pretty Wheaton Scottie) had some watermelon with us!!! She loves it... She walk with us everywhere we went around the house. Fiona was not about to miss one thing that Becky was showing me, if it was a new chair and I touched it she would jump right on it and sit there sooooo cute. She is a character. After 2 hours of talking (seemed like 10 min) I was leaving and Sweet Becky had made a loaf of wonderful bread just for me and Mr. Pea. Weeee enjoyed every piece of it too. I think I need to slow down a little and do more visiting with my friends more often.
Sandi

New Projects

2009-08-06T13:07:00.000-07:00

This a beautiful dresser, all it needs is a good cleaning and a linen white paint job. What do you think about changing the hardware? I believe these are original , how would crystal look?

This is the matching head/foot board I plan on painting it too. I think I might use them for a while in my guestroom.

I have for some time wanted to make a bathroom vanity from a nice dresser. I finally found just what I was looking for, one with a bad top. I plan on having a piece of marble cut for the top. I will blog it when I am finished. I will have to get Mr. Pea to customize the drawers for the plumbing. He is still busy with the back part of the building. He should be finished soon, we are hopefully wishing!!!!

Here is the top, the wood is peeling up and the finish is to far gone. Marble will look beautiful on the top and I like that the dresser will have a new purpose. Everything needs a change once in a while.

Now, I absolutely feel in love with this old German WWII ammunition trunk from Italy. The green paint has a wonderful patina. After a little sanding and a clear coat I would like to try it in my family room, as a coffee table or side table between two chairs.

Our Road Trip to the Mission Inn

2009-07-24T14:57:00.000-07:00

Jim and I traveled down South for the weekend to celebrate his sister and brother in-laws 60th Anniversary. We had a wonderful time with all of the family there. Here are some of the photos I took of the Inn. It was so beautiful with the many gardens and walking paths. There were several outdoor parties going on, and I also spotted two wedding receptions on the upper level. What a nice place to get married, the Chapel was booked for another wedding so I could not take any pictures of it. Someone there told me that there was a wedding in the Chapel every 2 hours that day.

You can see the new Bride talking to her Flower Girl on the balcony, she was having photos taken.
Here is the Bride waving her veil over the railing.

Here again is another Bride and Groom. I was having so much fun taking photos of their wonderful day. The weather was cool and everyone seem to be having a good time. I did manage to go across the street for a couple of hours and antique before dinner.

Mission Inn

2009-07-24T14:30:00.000-07:00

This is one of the weddings at the Mission Inn that evening, behind those beautiful windows was a large banquet room where they was having the reception.

I walked around the beautiful gardens and took a few photos.

I loved this iron work in front of the window. The ivy and the flowers were gorgeous.

This is the front entrance of the Mission Inn Hotel, all of the greenery is so lush.

Madison's First Post

2009-07-17T11:08:00.000-07:00

Preserving the Memories Through Escalon's New Mural

There is much history behind the town of Escalon, one way we know is by the people who lived during those times. Many cherish the memories of that time and maintained them so others are able to enjoy them also. A way we can conserve those remembrances is by the local museums. The Escalon museum has taken much pride in caring for the commemorations of the early times of Escalon. The museum has dedicated their wall for a mural representing Escalon during the early 1900's.

Alexandria who is the artist of the beautiful mural has been professionally painting since 2001. She paints not only in Escalon but also painted several other murals in Riverbank. She also enjoys riding her horses in her spare time. When my Oma and I spotted her painting the mural we decided to stop and introduce ourselves. While talking with her she mentioned that she was homeschooling her three children. You can envision by the picture all the detail of what it was like in the early 1900's. Thank you Alexandria for making Escalon beautiful with your artwork. We are looking forward to seeing more of your murals in the future.

-Madison Rae

Neckties for the Discriminating Canines

2009-07-15T08:18:00.000-07:00

Meet Duke.

Duke is 28 years old (in dog years, that is) and is an intellectual. He is largely a self-disciplined, highly-motivated individual who strives for perfection. His manners are impeccable. He loathes uncleanliness. If he were a human, he'd fashion himself to be a fancy trial lawyer who resided uptown in a swanky, high-story loft with fabulous views of the city. And of course he's heard it all before... he's elegant, he's refined, he's handsome... He has got it all. He takes himself so seriously that this is why his owner put him in this loud, obnoxious necktie. She was trying to get him to lighten up a little bit.

Now this---this is more like it. It's conservative. It's serious. It's understated. It complements the man behind the collar. This is Duke.

Meet The Judge.

Judge is a laid-back kinda guy. He is the epitome of cool. There is nothing in this world that is going to rattle his cage. He does things at his own pace and that is just how it is going to be. When he walks the streets, he knows everybody and everybody knows him. He muses to himself that if he were to be a human, he would be a mobster. But not just any mobster---he would have to be a boss, a real capo. He would spend his days in a dark and smokey nightclub, sipping on Cuban cigars and handing out orders to his lower-echelon captains. Everyone answers to The Judge... and therefore The Judge prefers to stand out, to look flashy and draw attention.

The Judge likes his necktie.

So... what kind of human would YOUR dog be?

Hurry to The Green Pea to get the perfect necktie for your discriminating canine. All neckties feature a coordinating fabric on the backside and will velcro securely around the collar.