I honestly can’t believe 2 weeks have already passed since our weekend jaunt up to Nashville, TN. We headed up with two goals in mind:
See the fam, &
Get to the monthly flea market.
Here’s the deal. Chances are that we’ll be opening our own studio soon, and we wanted to head out to explore the world of vintage goodness. The studio would of course, house our Chalk Paint™, and all of the wonderful painting goodies we carry, but I want it to be more than that.
It would be a physical representation of this blog, my style, and a place for my readers and customers to visit–to paint and get inspiration. I’m quite thrilled at the possibilities. I’ll share more on that as time passes.
But first, the flea market trip.
If you follow us on Instagram (@PIShaunna), then you’ve seen some of our pics posted throughout our Nashville-flash. We started the morning early, leaving the kids with Matt’s parents (thank you Nonni & Bubba!). I was dead tired, but excited about the day.
There was certainly LOTS to see–one day is in no way enough time to make your way around this flea…come prepared with sunscreen, bottled water, and a lawn chair.
You’ll have to have a nap to make it through.
And P.S. It’s a bit pricey for me. It’s not that certain items aren’t worth it, and for some I am willing to pay a little more. This is the perfect place, however, to find one or two perfect treasures.
I also have to give a shout out to my little brother & his girl, Sara (and her sweet parents!) for being our guides for the day.
Lance only pouted in the car once.
Have I mentioned flea markets aren’t his thing??
We scored this INCREDIBLE industrial cart, and I’m soo in love with it, I doubt I ever sell it. Plus, I see it hauling in loads and loads of paint into our shop.
It’s also a good thing we bought it; it was the perfect caddy for our finds.
And watching Matt chase this puppy down a steep hill exiting the market was worth its weight in gold.
We made our way to other shops as well, and scored much more furniture there.
I had my eye out for really unique pieces, and ones that I don’t come across so often at home.
We’ll be picking up the rest of our loot this weekend, and until then, let’s see if you can figure out what I’m going to do with those wagon wheels.
I am going up there this month to look for unique items for my new booth at Eastbrook Antique and Flea Market, I know you know that place well. LOL I have heard it was a bit pricey but I am hoping to find some smaller items that won’t be too much and then some unique bigger pieces. Love the wagon wheels, have been looking for a set for a while myself.
Thanks, Dawn! Yes, you’ll find things for sure!
shaunna
Hey Dawn! We are doing the same thing this month. I have a booth at Angel’s Antiques and need more goodies as well. Happy hunting!
Remember the Wagon Wheel table in “When Harry Met Sally”. That scene cracked me up!
LOL, Missi.
shaunna
I see you found a ‘P’ and ‘I’ too….good for you! Great trunk too!
Thanks! I’m in love with the trunk, and P.S. there’s another trunk inside the trunk.
shaunna
How fun! Maybe a light fixture?? Love me some junkin!!
So where in Nashville is this Flea Market? Would love to know the details for a possible road trip in that direction! Love the cart and everything on it!
How fun!! Looks like you got some good stuff!! Love those gigantic letters!!
So glad you made it tour fine city. Love the flea market and go just about every month. Fav vendors for sure. Would live to know some of the other stores you were able to visit and may know some you need to try. Love Nashville!
Hi Shauna:
Great flea market, I want one of the letters, awsome find. Please tell me the name and address of the market, and I’m planning a trip there for some letters.
thanks Shauna, the trunk is great are you going to sell it or keep it, paint it???
martha
wow, some really great finds. looks like you had some fun!
I just moved to Nashville – would love to know which flea market it is that you hit?
I’m so glad you go to come to our flea market! We love it and also try to hit it up every month. The vendors in the booths way at the back tend to have some hidden treasures at really good prices.
Here’s the link with all the info. about the Nashville Flea Market for those who asked:
http://www.nashvilleexpocenter.org/expo/fleamarket/dates.asp
Kristin, is there a map available of the actual flea market booth area and not just how to get there? I need a map of where we need to go inside the expo center. Thanks!
I think they have them at the flea market, but I’ve never used one. After going so much, I’ve just learned the best ones to go to. The outside booths tend, on the whole, to be better than those inside (think crappy handmade jewelry, socks, old cds, etc.) If you have limited time, I’d say stick to the “barns” outside, although there are some treasures inside a few buildings. Good luck!