primitive antiques and
folk art ~ revitalizing the past for today's lifestyle
Monday, December 26, 2011
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, one and all! I'm not sure where this year went, but boy did it fly by! In 2007 I made two angels at the end of the year to decorate my mantle..."Hinda, Angel of Hindsight" and "Futura, Angel of Foresight". We can always look back and wonder where the time went. And even ask ourselves, or challenge ourselves, what would you have done differently? Would you have a kinder word or thought to those that irritate you? Would you have slowed down to connect with those that would welcome a quick phone call or short visit? Would you have stopped what you were working on and play with your kids? It's easy to look back, but I think it's a little more challenging to look ahead...what will the future bring? Sure you can make resolutions and promises, even use elaborate planning tools to keep you on track. But it's sometimes tough to find what will work for you every month of the year. Some people like daily reminders and even sign up for daily affirmative emails. Some people like monthly "girls night out" dinners to keep them grounded and have a release from the pressures of their daily grind. Then there are those career women that are tied to quarterly goals and accountability reports to management. Boy I'm glad I'm a small business owner and can set my own goals and plans, or not... Sometimes it's more fun to go with the flow, be spontaneous, and be able to drop everything to invite someone over for coffee... So what day would be good for you? I still have my Christmas decorations up and cookies in the freezer. Happy New Year, my friends.
2. March, we will be open the first and second Thursday through Saturdays, 10-6, plus the first Sunday noon to 4.
3. April...We will be open EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY, plus the 1st & 2nd Thursday every month. Welcome back Leola!
ADDRESS: 350 NW 1st Ave NW, Grand Rapids...Checkered Past shares space with Lillians (the hippest shop in town) - two separate businesses, supporting one another and inspiring you to indulge in yourself! Check it out!
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What Dat?
Checkered Past? If you're wondering what or how this all began...The what part is easy to answer... it's my unique collection of all things I love, and some of it is for sale! I'm passionate about primitives and have collected antiques my entire life. I'm driven to seek out old farm pieces with early paint, original surface and simple form. And, I only buy what I love, so its true to my style!
Also, I seem to be a compulsive creator...there's always something happening in my workshop, like painted pieces aged to a fine patina. Or funky folk art items made from fabrics then grunged up a bit for a truly aged look.
Beginning in 2005, I started creating wacky angels, each with her own name and specialty. Each Angel wears a vintage baby dress or antique baptismal gown and their wings are either cut from vintage wood or are fashioned from antique porch corbels. Some have cloth wings to make them more huggable. For Easter, 2009 I just completed my 95th angel. Some I've sold and some stay with me, either in my shop or at home. But many are still looking for homes. Each angel is ready to bless you and yours. And yes, custom orders are welcome!
Happy New Year, one and all! I'm not sure where this year went, but boy did it fly by! In 2007 I made two angels at the end of the year to decorate my mantle..."Hinda, Angel of Hindsight" and "Futura, Angel of Foresight". We can always look back and wonder where the time went. And even ask ourselves, or challenge ourselves, what would you have done differently? Would you have a kinder word or thought to those that irritate you? Would you have slowed down to connect with those that would welcome a quick phone call or short visit? Would you have stopped what you were working on and play with your kids? It's easy to look back, but I think it's a little more challenging to look ahead...what will the future bring? Sure you can make resolutions and promises, even use elaborate planning tools to keep you on track. But it's sometimes tough to find what will work for you every month of the year. Some people like daily reminders and even sign up for daily affirmative emails. Some people like monthly "girls night out" dinners to keep them grounded and have a release from the pressures of their daily grind. Then there are those career women that are tied to quarterly goals and accountability reports to management. Boy I'm glad I'm a small business owner and can set my own goals and plans, or not... Sometimes it's more fun to go with the flow, be spontaneous, and be able to drop everything to invite someone over for coffee... So what day would be good for you? I still have my Christmas decorations up and cookies in the freezer. Happy New Year, my friends.
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