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October 1st, 2008 in blog
suewhitney Sue Whitney, editor
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Whats wrong with this picture? My new best friend Chris and I are hard at work while everyone else is shopping Marburger. Oh well, we all gotta do what we gotta do. Dont feel too sorry for us though!
When you see this sign, you know you have arrived at Marburger Farms. Helloooo Texas!
Ive known these two for a long time. Fresh from Iowa, but youd think they were native Texans. Brad ans Sundie Ruppert are amazing craftsmen. Learn more about them and what they do at www.vintagesculpture.com.
Here is a closer look at what Brad and Sundie create.
This young gentleman is new to the junking world, but you would never know it. He has an amazing eye! Meet Beau Reichert. Hes just getting started so well all learn more about him in the days to come.
In light of the economy this caught my eye. It is very cool. We all need something to smile about!
These of course are some of the goodies I bought. Following the golden rule of Dont let your eyes be bigger than your Volkswagon Bug, I need to keep in mind what will fit in my suitcase!
Beaus booth. All I have to say is WOW!
Her is a lovely woman making a difference in the world of vintage textiles. Creating beautiful things from cloth for the way we live today. Visit Carol Phillips at www.embellishmentspillows.com.
The food tent. Its all Texas, baby!
The site of these got me all geared up and ready to junk!
At the end of the day I was questioned by the antique show police. Something about having too much fun! More to come.....
Whats wrong with this picture? My new best friend Chris and I are hard at work while everyone else is shopping Marburger. Oh well, we all gotta do what we gotta do. Dont feel too sorry for us though!

What's wrong with this picture? My new best friend Chris and I are hard at work while everyone else is shopping Marburger. Oh well, we all gotta do what we gotta do. Don't feel too sorry for us though!
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I'm sending you a great big howdy from Round Top, Texas where the junk certainly is plentiful. I'll being coming at you with reports of events, happenings, and of course finds throughout the rest of the week. Yesterday I had a fun filled day at Marburger Farms and ended the day at Leftovers, one of the most amazing stores I've ever seen.

I'll start with Marburger Farms...it was total craziness. My good friend and Texas connection Shelley Widener picked me up at 8:30 AM for a 10:00 AM opening. I (of course) was busy emailing, watching the news, and not quite ready to go when she arrived. Ha, imagine that! We took off at about 9:15 which I thought would be plenty of time as it is only a 10 minute drive from where I am staying. Well, Miss Shelley wasn't kidding. We sat in a car line for almost an hour to get in the show. Next time I'll listen to Shelley. This didn't hamper our day it's actually part of the experience. Our hosts Margaret, Rick, and Ashley were as hospitable as ever and welcomed us with open arms. I had the opportunity to see many old friends and to meet new ones, and of course I did find a few goodies. Shoppers were there in droves, but everything ran smoothly (even the food lines!) They looked long, but clipped along at a good pace. We stayed the entire day and came home for a short rest and clean-up before heading to Leftovers...more about that later.

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TheShopAntiques writes: Sue-
It was so GREAT seeing you! I wish we could have gotten to chat more. I would love for us to catch up. I am really glad you had fun! Next time you need to stay around and we can play some Carnival Games!!!! Talk to you soon!

Mandie Posted: 3:35 pm on October 7th
suewhitney writes: Hi Ladies,

Char - You have NO idea how much I wanted the giant S! It was the first thing I saw. Only problem is that it is so darn heavy it would cost more to ship it than buy it. Shucks!

Kathy - It was a pleasure to meet you too! I'm glad you joined us all here at JUNKMARKET Style. Welcome! I'll be sure to check out your sister's blog.

Kathleen - Welcome to the site. We do have a hot spots listing on the site. Just click on Hot Spots. I would also like to have a calendar of events so we'll get that on the wish list of things we'd like to add. Thanks for the suggestion. A calendar is maybe somthing I could do in the newsletter.

Gretchen, Cynthia, Kathy - Good to hear from all of you. I'll have more to share today.

I'm off to the junk pile!
Sue Posted: 8:41 am on October 2nd
chosmosw writes: Ok Sue, I have to know ...did you end up with the gigantic letter "S" that Beau had in his booth?!!!

Char Posted: 5:18 am on October 2nd
Mrsdogs8 writes: Sue,this is Kathy Long. I met you at Leftovers the other night as you were signing books. I recieved my book today that I had ordered before. Love it.I hope you had a good time in Texas and at the antique show.I forgot to tell you that I made my sister that bird cage with the stamps,memo pads,clips and things for a message center. Plus I made the dog bed out of an old suitcase for my Yorkies.So much fun and they love it to.I have enjoyed your books very much.My sister has a blog at www.CherryHillCottage.typepad.com. It is a great blog to. Maybe you can stop by there when you get a chance.Once again it was great to meet you.Be safe,Kathy Posted: 12:19 am on October 2nd
KathleenHoiseth123 writes: Sue, I just love the new website! Texas looked great! I wish that there was a column of upcoming events in Minnesota posted on your new website. Afterall - you're from here! With the Holidays coming soon, there are many local weekend markets around the whole state, it would be nice if there was a spot to post them. And, as we get past this winter and get into next Spring, it would be nice to have a directory listing all the local flea markets and events. I loved looking at all the pictures of past ones and wished I had known about them beforehand and your website is the perfect place to find them! Thanks for listening! Let me know your thoughts about an events directory or some type of directory for markets.
Kathleen Hoiseth
kmhoiseth@cbburnet.com Posted: 11:19 pm on October 1st
Chovey writes: Glad you had a great time in Texas...that's where we're from!! woohooo....don't you hate being limited with a suitcase????

cynthia Posted: 9:54 pm on October 1st
MimiToria writes: Sue-
Great to read your post. I'm wishing I were there. How much fun you much be having at this show. I've been reading up on it, and it sounds like a great place to go to. Have a continued great time and keep getting us up to date on what we're missing out on, and what you're doing. Its fun to have a sneak look at what goes on in other areas of the junking world.
Have a grand time junking!
Gretchen Posted: 12:23 pm on October 1st
shabbychick writes: Sue - I'm so jealous - it looks like BIG (Texas) fun...(and don't know what those junkcops are talking about ---- too much fun - never!!! LOL)! Thanks for the preview and looking forward to more of your junking antics!!!

Kathy Posted: 11:57 am on October 1st
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