Showing posts with label shopping. Show all posts
Showing posts with label shopping. Show all posts

Wednesday, 20 October 2010

Vintage Martinborough - take a short stroll and discover unique vintage items

Come and browse in Martinborough - and discover some of the best vintage shops in the Wairarapa all within a short stroll around the lovely wine village.



There are at least 4 stores that sell vintage items in Martinborough all within a few blocks of each other and so take a short walk and visit them all....

Each is unique and has a special character that makes them fun and interesting and well worth a browse for that collectable item, gift or special treat.

Kitchenalia
Vintage and costume Jewellery
Hand crafted items
Antique and vintage china
Retro
Crystal and glass
Linen, lace and buttons
Books
Decorative items
NZ pottery and china
Costume
Silver and silver plate
Quirky and weird
Sewing items
Handbags
Baskets
Wood..... and more





Opening hours vary but they are all are open:
Friday Saturday and Sunday from 10am.
Look forward to seeing you soon!

Friday, 15 October 2010

A new look in print...

We all want a new look once in a while....this year the big fence at the front of the shop has come down, a lavender hedge has been planted ready for the new year, at the moment the apple blossom, my old trusty "house maids" lavender and wagga wagga in the garden are looking great. I believe it is called housemaids lavender as the maids would throw the sheets over the lavender to dry and bring it in smelling great.

So time to shout about it....



Every business needs a nice glossy leaflet to give away to customers so that they remember the shop and tell their friends... or so I am told!

Yes... we now have our own glossy leaflet - I love them as they encapsulate the feel of the shop.

China, crystal, cutlery, small items of furniture, silver plate, fun toys. costume jewellery, bags, fashion...and that is just one small corner.

The champagne is my aspirational feature!



They are also pretty good as for shopping lists, reminders or book marks.


 
Store open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10am -5pm

Contact: Gertrudesnyder@vintagetreasure.co.nz

Mobile: 021-611-035



Thanks to Sarah at Printstop in Wellington for her help. http://www.printstopplus.co.nz/.




Big trellis fence - now you see it....


 ...now you don't, but you can see the shop!!

Lavender, "Pacific Blue" has been planted round the edge of the garden and I cant wait to see it bloom - look out for pictures. For more on lavender you must see http://www.lavendershop.com/. In addition to the selling plants like the ones I bought, Richard and Dinah have all kinds of lavender products for sale and a fabulous garden. 

OK... five years of my husband telling me it was a good idea to remove the fence, I now think it was a BRILLIANT idea. Sometimes, he just might know what he is talking about, maybe I should listen more!
Now, on to the painting job.

Monday, 9 August 2010

WELCOME TO MY BLOG

After 5 years of trading and expanding my store it now fills the living space of the Old Postmaster's House, just off the Square in the famous Wine Village of Martinborough.
It is a great space for a Second Hand, Antiques and Collectables store - from the vast array of kitchenalia in the original 1950's kitchen, to crystal and china displayed in cabinets in the old dining room. The bedrooms are full of smaller items from retro pottery, nik naks to costume, ornaments and books.
Costume jewellery and sewing items are a love of mine and of course have pride of place in the cosy living room with the fireplace and also french doors opening onto the generous deck where there are tables, chairs and magazines for the lesser enthusiast to relax while friends browse.

Thanks to those customer's who have found us and their support and encouragement.
Customer's love it...
"This is the best shop we have seen during our holiday"
"It is like visiting some-ones home where everything is for sale!"
"It has been a lovely journey down memory lane"
This is such a good idea, a house that's like a shop - I will tell my friends" (Actually it is a shop that's like a house!)
"I visit every time I come to town and there is always something new"

Why buy new when there are brilliant quality second hand options for every room in your home?

So, now to my new blog where I will showcase items that I love and hopefully bring back memories of yesteryear and give great decorator or collector ideas for the homes of today. Something for everyone's budget. So, friends, collectors, vintage enthusiasts, interior designers, browsers and those just looking for a special item - welcome! Look out for "Yesterday's items Today" posts.

The large deck and the main entrance to the shop - welcome!