On our way to Wheaten Woolens...

When traveling, we like to enjoy the journey and make stops along the way...

Our first stop was Blumen Gardens in Sycamore, Illinois.

I was there in April and knew that Mom would love it.

It was so fun to be there when all is blooming.

Such an amazing oasis!

Mom and I love hollyhocks and these were gorgeous.

We couldn't decide which were prettier - the white or the pink...

After Blumen Gardens, we hopped over to Antique Archaeology - 

home of the American Pickers television show.

We all watch the show and it was fun to see the store in person.

This sign reminds me of my Dad who loved his Hamm's beer back in the day...

I love this flag sign, which is perfect for the season!

After this stop it was on to Wheaten Woolens!

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. 

Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—

his good, pleasing and perfect will.

~Romans 12:2

Blessings, Patti

Treasures from Blumen Gardens

Yes, you know me well :)

I didn't come home from Blumen Gardens empty handed. LOL!

The show was before Easter, I'm just behind on my blog posts...

I bought this sweet hand blown milk glass egg to add to my collection.

I bought this galvanized carrier and wood cheese box painted grey with little sections.

These will be for future finishes - just not quite sure for what yet ;)

I bought these sweet tiny treasures from Ginny Henson. 

I think I might use the little heart as a scissor fob :)

And here is my antique treasure from Ginny Henson:

Isn't this Easter egg simply gorgeous?!

I've never seen anything like it.

The ribbons are lovely.

And the inside...

is in perfect shape.

I love the paper lace edging.

So sweet and delicate.

It just had to come home with me.

I think it looks so sweet with my Velveteen Rabbit made by Ginny Henson years ago.

I sure hope that I can go to the Blumen Gardens show again next year.

But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.  Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.

~James 3:17-18

Blessings, Patti

Blumen Gardens

Last month, before things started blooming, I visited 

Blumen Gardens in Sycamore, Illinois for the first time.

What a magical place!

They were having an antique and garden show that several people had recommended.

Don't you love the rustic beams with the pretty chandeliers?

It was time for me to go take a look

I loved the building - a factory built in 1869.

Such a great  setting!

And I got to visit and shop the booth of the amazing Ginny Henson!

Every item in her booth is always just perfect!

I wish that I could bring everything home with me :)

The grounds and buildings are all so lovely!

I must make a point of going back this summer.

Such a lovely getaway 

If only for a few hours

It does the heart and spirit good!

Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting;

    but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

Honor her for all that her hands have done,

    and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.

~Proverbs 31:30-31

Blessings, Patti