Tarte Two

I had tons of things to do today, but couldn't resist going to Tarte.  For those of you who are unenlightened about Tarte, it's an old barn in Oregon City which is transformed to a French Flea Market once each month.    

Beautiful vignettes and vintage treasures are everywhere. 

Eye Candy abounds...

Pearls with keys, crowns, and religious symbols are very popular...

crepe paper cupcakes ...so cute! 

soldered pendants take the place of a lampshade

My friend Barb, wore her grandmother's red squirrel fur coat and was quite the celebrity! 

Great decorating ideas in the 'Shabby Chic' genre'

You meet the nicest people on these adventures.  We met Connie and her friends, and Connie modeled her crown of glitter planets.   She bought it for an angel in her front yard...she said that we had to drive by her house and see her angel, and her 'baby' angel.  The photos don't do them justice, since the main angel is draped in several strings of pearls, and is holding a sweet gold glitter bird.  Her front porch really got me in the mood for spring, with potted plants, nests, daffodils everywhere!  Thanks for sharing!  I look forward to our paths crossing again!

Tarte

Last month I discovered Tarte!

Who would have thought that a country road on the outskirts of Oregon City would lead to a barn full of treasures!

I guess you could say that Tarte reminds me of a classy European Flea Market and although I've never actually been to one, I've read enough about them to know that you can find just about anything there ....
from garden art to home decor...
Vintage furniture, birdcages, creams, and French soaps...

and Shabby Chic...

If you appreciate things with an artistic flare....

or could use some ideas or tips on how to turn your 'trash' to 'treasure,' you must check out Tarte!
Cindy, a bubbly blond, decked out in black and rhinestones (with an infectious laugh), told me that she'd been collecting treasures her whole life. Her love of all things unique and pretty is clearly evident in the magical vignettes that she and her helpers have created. If you'd like some inspiration, follow the winding road to Tarte, where you'll likely find some treasures to truly inspire!

Checkout Cindy's Blog: http://queenoftarte.blogspot.com/ for directions and more information on her monthly Land of Tarte sale.