APRIL Market Saturday

Our APRIL Market is open through today (Saturday April 3, 9-5)~Everyone is talking Easter...~and Spring...

...and we're talking alot about Springtime in Paris - our annual event - right here, Saturday, May 15.

I leave for PARIS on Monday, and I can't wait to 'bring the French life home to you'~ TERESA

Great energy at our APRIL Market~

It was a 'scarf party' in the shop yesterday~

(Linda and Bonnie)

A new batch of our scarves arrived, and everyone had a great time looking, trying, and choosing~

(Linda, Bonnie & Mary)

Colors~patterns~styles~which to choose? Match what I'm wearing today, and get another to wear on Easter? What better way to be so 'French'? It's possible - our 12x60" scarves are only $4.95~

(Mary & Nancy 'Nancy said she was happy to find cute scarves...')

All styled and smiling, everyone loves what a new scarf does for their outfit~ Scarves will be a wardrobe staple while in Paris, and they're on my French shopping list, for sure~
Then, Alice came in, sporting the posey hat that Mom (Janelle) found here earlier. We carry a fun, handmade, well-priced line of stuff for babies and little ones~

And, Annemarie, working with the new scarves- spots Dani's awesome shoes, so we had shoe fun, too! Spring is definitely in the air here, and we love it when you have a good time! Thank you~TERESA

Just arrived - a new ALAN locker~

Just arrived, fresh from Alan's workshop - another of his awesome lockers~

The 'second' in his locker series, it will be quite a hit!
Dimensions: the widest point is the crown: 53" wide, 16" deep; height: 88" (7'4"); interior depth: 11".The crown moulding is a new touch on this locker; all is done in complete signature 'Alan' style and quality. Note the vintage curved trim along each side, and the arched inset; $595.

The Porch & Atelier hours this week: Thu-Fri-Sat (9-5), 763 684-1254.

Then, we will be closed April 5-15 ---for PARIS~ TERESA

We love smiles~

Beautiful Laura was here yesterday, and here she is, modeling an a-dor-able (say it with a French accent) petite sheer jacket~
We were as excited as she was - it was perfect for her!
'Laura' was featured here earlier this year, modeling a gorgeous wool coat. Thank you for taking time to pose, Laura! We're pleased you found something special~ TERESA

It's APRIL Market Time~

The perfect time for our APRIL Market~
The perfect WELCOME~ We are ready and waiting for you to come and see the treasures here.This "A Spring Song" framed print is one old treasure I've been admiring and appreciating~

Hard to top the colors, sentiment and hope of Spring~

There are several louvered doors around here~

And nooks with fun stuff that pulls you in and makes you stop for a moment~

Have a nice Spring day today~ TERESA

Large MIRRORS here today~

Thank you for your calls, asking about specific pieces in the shop. For those wondering what large mirrors are available, I'll show four~1. Large statement mirror: 43.5 x 51.5 tall
Detail of wide trim frame

2. Beveled with gold wood frame, 36 x 48 tall

Hard to see with the staged decor around; 32x44 tall, beveled glass, wide burnished deep gold trim

28x40 tall; gold embossed detail frame~

Feel free to call us: 763 684-1254, or email theporch@bwig.net

Thank you! TERESA

More APRIL Market~

We'll let the photos speak for themselves this morning - off to open the shop!

Open today through Saturday (March 30-April 3): Tues 9-12, Wed 9-2, Thu-Fri-Sat 9-5. ~TERESA

Outside~ at the APRIL MARKET

It's like a great outdoor flea market, right in our back courtyard! Garden, outdoor, and lots of other wares; note the great red bike~

Old, tall birdbath on column base~
Copper finish arbor with candle chandelier stands over the harvest table; shopping cart in front

I'm loving these old bottle crates. I haven't seen this style?

Here's the second. I think they have a European feel. $10 and $14. When I'm at flea markets in France next week, something like this would cost alot more and be alot harder to get home~

I already checked the openings - they seem too small for wine bottles~

Chair swing with Adirondack seat back~

Great concrete sink/planter, solid wood column, one of an urn pair, and more~

Lots of fresh, huge pussy willow branches~

Have you seen the old stone wall in the back courtyard?

Matched pair of cast urns. Sturdy, both have a big chip out of their top half. $79 each~

More indoor photos Tuesday morning; we're looking forward to beautiful sunny days and outdoor shopping, too~ TERESA

Our APRIL Market is 'just around the corner'

We're still painting, cleaning and primping~ Todays' photos are just an appetizer - watch for so many more in the coming days. We're getting everything ready for you~ we can't wait to have you here, having a great time!

Our locally hand-knit baby hats are waiting, sporting their spring colors and motifs~

Colors have brightened and lightened up~

Those are green bird hooks gathered in the round pan. We have several column bases, some of them cast iron.

Cigar boxes, one decoupaged inside/out in a Martini theme~

I'm in love with this chest. The top lifts - it's actually a cedar-lined chest with one drawer on the bottom. That's a big round mirror on the floor behind, creating the half-moon effect.

Chalkboards - the one in front is a deep tray

This chest wears its original old paint - in the color we're constantly challenged to replicate~

Fluted column; with base

Glittered Eiffels hang from the Atelier gazebo top in different colors. (And, another chance for you to see our old tin ceiling in the Atelier)

Glass, for sure~

Still in setup mode everywhere here, look at that old dresser!

Old frame with convex glass - take away the relatives and add your own photos. Easy to change out often~

Old tiered plant stand. White iron grillwork door in background.

This wicker settee with cushions is sturdy and comfortable ($39 complete).

Tip: grouping by color makes sense of all this stuff~
You can't see the true perfect blue/green of these framed wood lattice pieces. I can think of about 10 uses for them here, but they won't stay that long~

Awesome long shelf with corbel brackets. Hung, and waiting for final tuneup and paint touchup~

Architectural bed piece, ready to hang as a focal point in your home~Closeup of the detail - gorgeous~

Welcome! APRIL MARKET HOURS: Tues Mar 30, 9-12; Wed Mar 31, 9-2; Thu-Fri-Sat April 1-2-3, 9-5; closed Sunday April 4. Watch for more photos~ TERESA