I have just had a most enjoyable morning at Stockports Vintage Village (it is award winning don't ya know). My mother gave me some spending money so I could get myself something nice for my birthday. So much more satisfying than next vouchers ;)
My first stop, obviously, was Jodi-Jo Retro.
A fox was at the forefront of my mind after missing out at last months fair, I have thought of little else.
Here he is at last. |
And then I just had to be buy this cushion. It is patchwork and I just love it.
To own any of these fabrics...... Talking of fabrics...I couldn't resist these, also from Jodi-Jo. |
New cushions? |
I was really lucky to have found these tea towels too. I was tipped off by Mrs Teawgon, they were stashed under a stall???
Aren't they amazing. Can't see me ever using them. but just knowing they are mine is enough.
Lastly, and my biggest investment, was this.
Arabia Finland jug |
This picture does not do it justice.
It is so nice, and I have had my eye on it for months but never had the finances.
It is a lovely big size, 6" tall. It will take pride of place in the middle of my kitchen table and I am going to fill it with daffodils.
The lovely Snygg Style gave me a special birthday discount.
Now I am home I am enjoying my favourite cake and a cup of tea.
Stuart Thornley Bakewell Tart Cupcake....GONE!! |
Thanks for reading. x
Btw, not my birthday today, it is actually on Wednesday. I am to be forty...ssshhh.
Lovely post Emma! Like all your buys and hope you have a fab birthday!
ReplyDeleteDon't forget, Life Begins ... (Wish I was 40 again)
Have a great week,
Claire xxx
Great finds. I love the fox and the apple tea towel in particular.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your last few days of being thritysomething. I was welcomed to the forty club last year. It's not that bad, honestly!
Ellie
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Oh Stockport Vintage fair is lovely even though I've only been once - need to go again as it's not too expensive on the train from here. Lush purchases too (and it's my 40th at the end of this year) - maybe I shall go for mine?!
ReplyDeleteWonderful purchases and the little cupcake looks de-lish!
ReplyDeleteMany happy returns for Wednesday!
what a great start to your special celebrations......love the fox! have a very happy birthdayx
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday for Wednesday! Looks like you got some bargains, all gorgeous stuff. BTW, my Mum has had that Arabia jug for over 25 years - she bought it from the charity shop for pennies, not knowing it's true value. She has used it as a gravy jug ever since and still does, even though I keep telling her how much it's worth!! xxx
ReplyDeleteLove those tea towels!!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday x
Gorgeous buys.Hope you have a fab day on your 40th!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday for next week!
ReplyDeleteThose tea towels and that fabric stash is gorgeous - great find!
www.mancunianvintage.com
Love the tea towels, the orange daisy towel is my favorite. Wonderful treasures.
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday for next week lovely ... your buys are gorgeous ... I couldn't pick a favourite ... they are all fab ... Bee xx
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had fun. Happy birthday soon! Keep treating yourself! xo Julie
ReplyDeleteNice finds, have a good birthday! Heather x
ReplyDeleteLife begins at 40 :)
ReplyDeleteI was thinking whilst sewing my felt Raccoon badge, he needs some'body'...then I thought of you. He would be a good chum to Fox and Badger I thought.
ReplyDeleteThere's always room for a Raccoon don't you think?
Then I thought it would be rude not to share this thought...so I'm sharing. Have a naughty forty birthday!
Eco Ethel xx
Happy Birfday Emma ! and lovely goodies too ! xxx
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