Wednesday, January 17, 2007


Decisions, decisions...


I've been busy collecting all sorts of vintage treasures together, ready for selling on my new website. We're getting nearer and nearer to 'launch day' so I thought I should get organised and gather together my stock. After all, a shop with no stock would be no use at all, would it?!

But anyone who knows me will confirm that I only tend to buy the things I like - which does make shopping an absolute pleasure of course - but it's an absolute disaster when it comes to parting with things!!!



For example, there are these wonderful old handpainted panels which I am so tempted to keep as I'm sure I'd find a use for them one day! Then there's this lovely old handpainted, age-distressed table - why aren't I keeping that?!

I also love this old roses and chippy table too...

...and I've just remembered this gorgeous 1940's French bedspread - a real beauty! Oh dear!

I'm sure you can see my dilemma! I suppose I just need to be strong don't I?!
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29 comments:

  1. Nonnie18 January, 2007 11:33

    You have some really love things, I'm not surprised you don't want to part with them. I know the feeling. My website is going to sell a few vintage bits as well as the things I make, but the things I've gathered so far I like too much to sell. Looks like we're both going to have to be strong!

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  2. Peta18 January, 2007 11:35

    I have the same problem with the stuff I sell on ebay! What I do is keep it on display in my home for a while and THEN sell it, after I have had some pleasure from it!

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  3. ~Becca~Bluebird Rose18 January, 2007 12:15

    I have this problem too. I won't buy it unless I like it, and then I want to keep it because I like it! :)

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  4. Sheila18 January, 2007 13:05

    Oh dear..I would be exactly the same..!At least you get to buy and enjoy them for a time. There is always something nice to be had, so you sell these lovelies and everyone will love your site, and you can buy more....LOL

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  5. Anonymous18 January, 2007 13:16

    It is such a relief to discover that I'm not the only one with this problem. I have been buying with the intention of selling for a while now but just haven't been able to part with anything yet. So I just have to be strong do I?

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  6. carol pink cottage18 January, 2007 13:21

    hi clare
    Oh lovely items I am looking forward to your website launch
    carol

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  7. Niki Fretwell18 January, 2007 14:39

    I know exactly how you feel Clare!!
    If it helps, I like to keep things for a little while and then I am happy for someone else to have the pleasure of owning them...
    Good luck with it all and have fun buying!
    Niki.x

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  8. Tracy x18 January, 2007 14:49

    Hi Clare
    I fully understand - i have the same problem with parting with treasures as well - it's the reason why my Vintage page on my website is always empty!!!!
    I am going to be strong this week and put lots of items on for sale......deep breath!

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  9. Anonymous18 January, 2007 15:06

    Hi Clare.
    You need to stay strong just so the rest of us can have a crack at those treasures!
    Do you have a date yet for the site launch?

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  10. Joanna18 January, 2007 15:29

    All your things are lovely it must be so hard parting, but at least you will be able to go and buy more lovely things that you like. You have an excellent eye for buying lovely things, I wish I did but I'm just not good at shopping

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  11. Deb18 January, 2007 15:31

    What wonderful vintage treasures ~ the 40's French bedspread is stunning! .
    Thank you for your kind birthday wishes.

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  12. Paula18 January, 2007 15:33

    Beautiful pieces of art, if nothing else. It would difficult for me to part with them, as well. This is my first visit to your blog and I think I'm really going to enjoy it. I will return!!

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  13. Primrose Hill18 January, 2007 17:55

    I know exactly how you feel, when I'm doing my buying I always buy what I like with the intention of keeping one for me and the rest for the shop! I love the blanket, will it be going for sale?!

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  14. Naturegirl18 January, 2007 18:10

    I just don't know ~HoW~ you can part with these beautiful pieces!! Oh my how are you going to choose!

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  15. stadtgarten18 January, 2007 20:40

    Such lovely things -I can understand that it is very difficult for you to decide.
    Best regards,
    Monika

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  16. Vintage to Victorian18 January, 2007 23:03

    There are a few items there that you've kept well hidden when I've called!!! I can understand why, of course! Roll on the V-H launch! Sue xx

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  17. Anonymous19 January, 2007 09:43

    STOP, PLEASE!!! I cant bare it any longer. I NEED to buy these beautiful things. They are all gorgeous!

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  18. Ginny Gibson 19 January, 2007 10:58

    Oh what a to do!!!
    I want that pink rosy table too.

    Can't wait to see your website, but fear I shall be missing out on some wonderful items.... they will be gone before I can say 'jumpin jack flash'.

    Good luck and best wishes Ginny

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  19. Clare and Mike19 January, 2007 11:01

    Hi everyone! Thank you for your lovely comments. Launch day(!) should be in about 3 weeks time but I'll keep you posted! The French quilt will be for sale too! It's a lovely sunny day here so I should really take advantage and get photographing everything for the shop! Clare x

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  20. Dan19 January, 2007 15:45

    But anyone who knows me will confirm that I only tend to buy the things I like

    Of course everyone on the planet would say the same thing, right? But when it all ends up in the attic, the basement, or the closet we know we're fooling ourselves! :)

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  21. Rachel19 January, 2007 16:53

    You need to be very strong!! Those are so lovely, it would definitely be hard to let them go!!

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  22. Sharon20 January, 2007 00:45

    I love every thing and can not wait to see all.......when on sale. Again good luck and I know you will do well........

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  23. Farmgirl Cyn20 January, 2007 02:45

    Be strong! I can see why you would have a hard time parting with such sweet things! My favorite is the green pitcher.

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  24. Anita20 January, 2007 06:55

    *sigh* Those things are soooo pretty!!! Can't wait to admire more.... ;-))

    Have a great week-end, Clare!

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  25. LostRoses20 January, 2007 07:39

    I could never be a shopowner, I'd want it all for myself! Every once in awhile I look at old photos of stuff I've sold on eBay and wonder why I didn't keep it. Oh the agony, and your stuff is so pretty!

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  26. weirdbunny20 January, 2007 20:55

    You can never have to many bedspreads!!

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  27. RaNae @EweCreekCottage20 January, 2007 20:59

    Hello Clare I am out of hibernation and glad to know you suffered no damage from the storms we ave been seeing pics of them on the news here in the US.
    can't wait for your website to start what lovely items.
    RaNae

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  28. Anonymous21 January, 2007 20:32

    Oh it's such a dilemma isn't it? I just cannot buy things I dislike for profit, and I cannot sell the things I love. I hope you find some strength to let go of a few things. Although that 1940's is surely too beautiful to part with? ;o)
    Good luck! xoxo

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  29. Retroboutiques22 January, 2007 02:59

    Oh my...I will take those handpainted panels off your hands and give them a very loving home!

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