Scouting

We hope we didn't catch anyone off guard with the sign on our door this morning; we were out Scouting! We got a lead from a fun new client about a barn sale about an hour and a half from here, so we decided to go check it out.So glad we did; there were tons of great finds for the Shop. And our bonus: We drove right past one of our guilty pleasures- Der Dutchman Restaurant. Yum... broasted chicken! Sorry we had to tempt you with that.

Back to the sneak peek of some of the things you'll see back at shop. A set of three photographs featuring vintage airplanes. We'll probably send them out for reframing- Scout Style!

Darling little painted tray. Pair of seriously hot creamware lamps. Gotta find some shades for these babies, and when we do, they will not be in the shop long. Gorgeous!

Set of great books- Seeing Europe With Famous Authors. Don't let the little dent in the corner scare you away. This set is perfect for filling a bookshelf; a very pretty bluish-gray. We picked up several other books as well.

Cute cake plate. Light aqua colored depression glass. Call dibs on it now.

And there is more! We apologize if any of you stopped by this morning to find us gone, but we promise, you will not be disappointed with our finds. If you are interested in any of our finds, send us an email at info@vintagescout.com. We'll even be happy to arrange shipping if you don't live in the Dayton/Cinci/Columbus area.

I think I'll Pass

Every time we go to a flea market, we usually pick up on a "the theme of the day". Now most of the time the theme is something good; like we'll see travel related items or lots of mirrors, -something we notice as a trend. However, on a recent scouting venture, the trend was a bit odd- actually, more than a bit odd. These are the things from that trip that really made us go "hmmmm".

Yes, this photo is evidence the Scouts got up early for this flea market; it's still dark outside. So it was a little scary when the first vendor we see has this crazy mannequin. Great place for the price sticker on her cheek.

I googled Linda Sengpiel. She really is the self-proclaimed First Lady of Yo. Does Ronald McDonald really need riot gear?

A lovely homemade etigere, complete with fake pigeons that have landed on it.

Love this track trophy. Need I give it a description? And secretly I really wanted it.

No, this isn't Jean's new cell phone. Someone's idea of combining Asian and French design. Maybe we should have gotten this for the shop phone?

World's biggest and freakiest Colonel Sanders wannabe puppet.

We usually love taxidermy, but these guys were odd. We first saw the little raccoon with the bucket and soon realized he was bummed he missed the boat.

Maybe they were just trying to get away from the freaky dead something below.

Taxidermy is an art when done properly, and so sad and scary when it's not.

No idea what this giant head cup thing is. Maybe it's for time outs. Note to self: be good.

Speaking of time outs. Time out dolls. Some lady really liked them when I was shooting this pic. I wonder if she bought them.

Another freaky mannequin.

No comment.

Really? This would be perfect in a haunted house. I hope we didn't scare you too much. We promise the things we came back with were much better. Stop by and see some of our cool vintage finds or check out our Etsy shop where we list some of them as well.

Flea Market Fun

Being at the flea market last weekend brought back so many childhood memories. I adored when my grandmother would take me antiquing with her and can remember walking around the original Lakewood Antiques Fair in Atlanta helping her hunt for the many beautiful pieces she collected.

The original flea market is rumored to be the long established Marché aux puces, or the “Market with fleas”, in the northern suburbs of Paris. Origins of the term vary; either the people were so busy they looked as if they were hopping like fleas, or, quite possibly the vendors, shoppers and the goods had fleas. Regardless, today’s flea markets can be fun entertainment and sources for all kinds of treasures. It’s one bug you won’t mind being bitten by.

Scouting for unique pieces is a passion of ours, one of the things we all have in common, and the idea behind our name, Vintage Scout. As a matter of fact, to celebrate our anniversary each year we hold our very own “French Flea Market”. This September 19th, the Scouts will take a cue from our Parisienne friends and put our wares outside under tent for a charming day of sales, inspired design, and refreshments. You won’t want to miss it! Email us at info@vintagescout.com to be added to the invitation list for this event and all the other Scout fun and sales.