Wordless Wednesday - Seattle's Pike Place Market

My Vintage Flea Market Finds

One of my absolute favorite things to do for fun is go to flea markets. I love the fun atmosphere, the people watching, the food, and of course, the great stuff you can find there.

Over the last few weeks I have gone to a fabulous flea market here in Seattle, the Fremont Sunday Flea Market. I love this market, and always find great stuff to bring home. I never spend a lot of money for what I buy, and the thrill of the hunt is exciting!!

These plates were only a dollar each, there are four, and they feel very 60's to me, yet with a modern twist. I think they are great for a spring or summer meal.

I can never have too many flower vases, and this one is very heavy, and perfect for that one gorgeous flower. I paid two dollars for it.

I already have lots of baskets, but I couldn't pass up this sweet green one. Baskets are great for every room in the house, and I can store kitchen towels or other kitchen items in this one. This basket cost three dollars.

I love white dishes and vases. I can use this one for flowers, pencils, or really anything. I am using it right now for my knitting needles, which I am always losing. Cost was two dollars.

I am calling this a fruit basket, but I can store onions on the counter in it too. I thought it was cute, but it might be cuter if I spray painted it in apple green. At only a dollar, I couldn't pass it up.

I am always up for a visit to any flea market, and Seattle has a few more I want to go to before the summer ends. You can see that I didn't spend a lot of money for what I bought, and there are great deals on furniture, clothes, shoes, and more. I love flea markets!!!

What about you, are there flea markets in your city or town? Have you bought anything fabulous there?
 I would love to know.

Happy Friday!!!

Wordless Wednesday - Veggies At Seattle's Pike Place Market

Happy National Donut Day!!!

 

 

 

Today is National Donut Day, and one of my favorite days where I can indulge in my secret love without feeling bad.

 

I mean really, aren't you almost obligated to eat donuts today???

 

There were a few years back when I was a kid that I couldn't even look at a donut. The reason?

When I was nine, my parents went on a trip and left my teenaged sister in charge of me. I asked her if my best friend and I could make donuts in the kitchen. Since my sister's real interest was talking on the phone and watching TV, she casually gave me the go-ahead.

To make a long story short, my donut making involved a big pot of oil that caught on fire, putting water in that pot, and me ending up with singed hair and eye brows.

It wasn't pretty.

 

Obviously, I have put that behind me, and now eat donuts as often as my waistline allows. I would say I have more of a 'donut top' than a 'muffin top', ha-ha.

 

If you are ever in Seattle, you must visit one of my all-time favorite donut shops around. these people know how to make donuts!

 

Top Pot Doughnuts has several locations in the Seattle area, and after you visit one, you will think you have died and gone to donut heaven :)

 

Happy National Donut Day!!

 

P.S. I'm curious, what is your favorite kind of donut??



I Know It's Cyber Monday, But...

By Patricia

If you are like most people, you will be taking advantage of all the online sales today. After Black Friday comes Cyber Monday, another chance to spend, spend, spend.
I like sales and great buys, and I certainly do shop at the big retail stores and enjoy it. But I also like to shop at small businesses that are unique and offer it's customers a chance to enjoy personal service. I have come to love the toy store called Magic Mouse Toys in Seattle.
I have shopped here for fourteen years now, ever since my youngest child was six years old. Magic Mouse Toys is a wonderland of toys, games, and the most marvelous things that children could ever dream of wanting. If you are ever in the Seattle area, stop in and enjoy this wonderful store for yourself. You will love it like I do.

Calling all Knitters!!!

                      

                                                
~ By Patricia ~

Looking for something to do this weekend in the Seattle Area? Love to Knit and meet other Knitters like yourself? Then you should check out the Kit Fit in Ballard! 

Here is some detailed information on the event:

  

Date	Saturday, November 3, 2012
Location	Ballard Community Center 6020 28th Ave NW Seattle, WA 98107
	Ballard
Event details	Seattle's own fiber festival, Knit Fit!, debuts this year with a full weekend of classes by local and regional designers and a free-entry indie yarn (and more!) market with a special focus on local producers. Opening night lecture by Sylvia Olsen on the history and women behind the legendary Cowichan sweater. Saturday night "Game Knitting" with Lee Meredith is a knit-along movie night to _Say Anything_. Plus prizes, book signings, and more! Market hours 9am-5pm Saturday and Sunday.
More info	www.knitfit.info

Alki Beach

~ By Samantha ~

If you are lucky enough to live in the Seattle area or are here for a visit you should definitely check out Alki Beach in West Seattle. It is beautiful beach with beautiful views and plenty to do. You see people rollerblading, bicycling, playing volleyball, sun bathing and more. There is shopping and plenty of restaurants up and down the main strip. 

The beach is gorgeous and there is a beautiful view of the Seattle Space Needle , of all the ferries , and the Argosy Cruises passing through. My little brother lives right down the street from Alki with his new puppy that we are all dying to see! So before the summer is over we are hoping to make it to West Seattle and hit up the beach a few more times. Seriously check out the area, you will not be disappointed!

*I do advise you to get there early for the day, parking fills up fast!!!

Fabulous Friday

~ By Patricia ~


This morning I am headed over to Pike Place Market in Seattle to see what's new. I know the tourists will be there, and it will be overwhelmingly crowed by this afternoon. But this morning, it will be lovely to stroll down the main arcade and get a little bag of freshly made sugar and cinnamon donuts, and a great cup of coffee from the original Starbucks.


I really try not to take Seattle and all the wonderful things here for granted. It's easy to do that, just like it's easy to take all the good things in life for granted. I've been a little cranky lately, but today I realized I do have a lot in my life to be grateful for. I know this is true for all of us and no matter what is going on, there are always things to give thanks for.

So here's to having a Fabulous Friday, and to saying "thank you" for all you have been blessed with.
And with that, here are a few things from around the web that I like this week.


The perfect $49.95 trench coat for fall.


Pop into the 8oz Burger Bar in Seattle for a free slider in honor of National Hamburger Day on Saturday.


Here is the perfect car to be driving in London during the Olympics.


Love the talented and charming artist Kelly Rae Roberts and her blog.


Absolutely dreamy Lake House you'll wish were yours.

Tie-Dyed In Seattle

 ~By Patricia ~


Do you remember when tie-dye was really popular? Back in the 80's, everyone seemed to be wearing some kind of piece of clothing that they had tie-dyed, and not just the hippies.
I thought for sure that it had died (ha ha) out because I rarely see it anymore. But this weekend I saw this stall at the Pike Place Market in Seattle. Tie-dye! Apparently it is still around, and I did start to notice quite a few people who were wearing tie-dyed T-shirts.
When I got home I googled tie-dye, and was surprised to learn it is still quite popular. There are instructions, supplies, and plenty of painted clothing web-sites to buy it all from. Who knew?
Maybe I will try my hand at tie-dye again. The great about it is it's hard to mess it up, and people think you really meant to make that shirt you are wearing.