First of all, this event is hosted by Theresa of Garden Antqs Vintage. You honestly can't go ANYWHERE here in Texas in the Antique World without people knowing who she is. I would call her the reporter of all things Vintage. She knows everyone and everyone knows her. If you want to know where the best places are to shop or what events are coming up you MUST follow her blog. I owe her much gratitude. She has covered Bloom & Bee Swanky on many postings and I have had many new customers and made new friends due to her wonderful reporting. We were blessed with her presence at last Fall's Open House and I am hoping to entice her to come set up with again sometime in the future..jpg)
A Blog Party is a party to bring all of us Bloggers who love old Junk as much as the next together. You never know who you might meet. Unfortunately, I missed the last event and died when I saw this photo. Here she is with Debbie of Curious Sofa and Elizabeth from Elizabeth House -my 2 all time favorite retailers who have been the most influence on Bloom & Bee Swanky. I have had the opportunity to meet with Debbie on a couple of occasions. She was kind enough to even meet with me personally for a couple of hours to talk shop while we were in Round Top. I can't say enough about how kind and generous she is. Before we opened the shop downtown, Bev and I headed all the way to KC just to shop her wonderful store and turned around and drove straight back. I know we are a little crazy, but that is how fabulous she Really IS! We were going to head over to St. Louis to see my other favorite designer Elizabeth, but sadly this was the week she was closing shop to move on to better things (read her blog and you'll learn why). I have never had the pleasure to meet her in person; hopefully one day. However, she did call me on the phone once and I thought I was going to DIE. This is how generous these 3 Super Stars Are. One of the reasons I continue to work so hard during these tough times is the people that you meet. Antiquers are quite honestly the nicest people you will ever come across and I hope you will get a chance to come to the Blog Party to find out for yourself.
At the last Blog Party Sue of JunkMarket held a Book Signing. 
We are having a rocking good time! 
While you are there head on over to our Waco's own Kettle Korn brought to you by Mark and Susan Skinner. They truly have the best snack food there. Careful it is quite addictive. Right behind their trailer they have a booth of some of the most fabulous finds you won't want to miss. They are located in Warrenton. Turn like you are going into the Diamond Shamrock and drive to the back parking lot. You can't miss it. Tell them Bee Swanky sent ya!
Wonderful Old Medical Cabinet with Original Curved Front Glass Shelves
Our Newest Unexpected Finds
(photo courtesy of News 8 Austin)
I have been out of town the last week attending the Las Vegas World Market. I was thrilled to find some fantastic new finds to offer you for the holidays. As soon as I got back Beverly and I headed down the road to the famous Antique Alley for an afternoon Junkin Trip. We only had a few hours to make this trip but made a haul. 
When we were unloading, Bev said, "It already looks like a booth" - so I grabbed my camera and took these snaps at only a few of the unexpected finds we found. We found a road side farm stand that grew these little perfectly round little pumpkins. Hurry in as we already have all of this out in the shop and many things have already sold!
I picked up tons of jewelry including stings of pearls, vintage sterling pieces, more Owls, cameos and much more. I love this antique pull out beveled shaving mirror.
We are now carrying the full line of Tokyo Milk. A new collection of divinely scented fragrances, soaps and lip balms. They feature unconventional combinations and edgy Victorian prints amp up the cool factor of every bottle. My favorite is Paper and Cotton with a blend of coriander, white sage, Birch wood and tundra moss.
Just IN... these wonderful monogrammed pendants from Grandmother's Buttons which are created with actual vintage uniform buttons from the early 20th century.
Everyday we are constantly bringing out new vintage smalls. I love this new porcelain crested French Sconce and this working Retro Make-up Mirror with bulbs going all the way around!
This Weekend the Central Texas Doll Club is conducting their 28th Annual Show!
Saturday Sept 12, 2009
General Exhibit Building H.O.T. Fairgrounds
4601 Bosque Blvd. Waco, Texas
Open 10:00 - 4:00
Admission: Adults $5.00, Children $1.00 with ALL Proceeds benefiting TOYS FOR TOTS
Featured Above is our Very Own Becky Porter in her last year's booth!
Becky and Beverly
Even if you are not a lover of Antique Dolls, they have tons of unique Antique and Vintage Items. We are very fortunate to have such a nice event in Waco. Bee Seeing you There!
The above 2 photos are a sampling of just a few of the items Becky has for Sale here at Bloom Bee Swanky. If you see something you might bee interested in don't hesitate to call us (254) 753-2292 or email us and we will ship it to you anywhere.
Brenda James owner of Homestead, stopped in and purchased Bertha. It was sad to see her go, but I know she will make lots of friends in her new home full of Texas Chic opulent displays. If you have never visited Homestead, RUN there. It is truly the most fabulous shop. My husband and I have made it a tradition to stop in there on our anniversary trips and some of my most favorite pieces in my home have come from there.
After the Croft Art Gallery Opening, I did a late night stroll by our shop. I love the way the words in our windows reflected on the store merchandise. I wanted to share this little piece of our magical world with you!
The Swanky Girls will bee out on the town Friday evening. We will first stop here for the Grand Opening Reception of the Croft Art Gallery featuring Joseph Drew. My newest dear friend Katie Croft owns the gallery and we are so excited and are anxiously anticipating this Downtown Waco event. We are then heading over to Peter and Summer Ellis' official send off party as they are leaving us to do mission work for the next three years in Africa. Don't worry, we will still bee offering her jewelry. Click here to see her new display in our shop. Finally, we are heading here for deserts. Hope to Bee Seeing you Downtown!
