a little Corgi figurine
Life is just so amazing isn't it? I go to estate sales just about every weekend of the year. I've been going to them since we moved to California in August of 2009. And yet it was this weekend, 5 days after Elffie died that I went to a little sweet estate sale in Graton where the previous owner was a corgi owner. What are the odds that the sale would include little figurines of Corgis, photos of corgis, books about corgis as well as an advent calendar by one of my favorite illustrators Tasha Tudor?
Tasha Tudor loved her Corgis. She constantly painted them and in real life was surrounded by them. She and Alicia from Posie Gets Cozy were big influences when it came time to choose a dog. When I picked up this book I was reminded why I fell in love with corgis. And that I want another one in time.
They are such happy dogs and always seem to be smiling like the mama corgi in this picture.
The woman's house was very inspiring. She lived on a small farm where she had raised sheep (in her 70's). She loved crafting and had so many supplies but her favorite appeared to be fiber arts.
Large rolls of Wool Roving
She had so many rolls of wool roving in all different shades of natural wool color. They sold quickly but there was more than enough to go around for those interested. I bought just a little bit in the beginning but before I left I grabbed some more.
Silk Roving
This is silk roving and as you can imagine it's incredibly soft.
This woman died in her 70's but it appeared that she never stopped working on her crafts. She had so much passion and you could see that in every room of her house. I always feel so honored to be in someones home and to take a peek at their life.
She had lovely taste in yarn.
The crafting supplies were endless; needles, yarn, thread, fabric and patterns. Two rooms were filled to the brim with supplies and more supplies were in the hallway and living room.
7 lb of Mohair
My friend Nancy and I are going to split this bag of gorgeous mohair. Nancy is an amazing felt artist in Sonoma County. You have to take a look at her Etsy store Felt Farm. I want this owl.
Camel Roving
The only reason that I recognize this is that I came across some at another estate sale of a crafter. Luckily the bag had been marked "camel roving."
Electric Spinner
She had many cones of what appeared to be handspun wool. I'm guessing that she had used this electric spinner to spin the wool. Perhaps it was from her own sheep.
Some vintage and modern ribbon.
I didn't fill Little Shop this week. The children are off school on Monday and I didn't want to overload my already full plate. I'll make sure to update the shop next Monday.
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It's amazing how serendipitous life can be. I hope it brought a smile to your face and helped mend your heart.
Posted by: Vintage Scapes | March 27, 2011 at 10:07 PM
Corgis! Just in time for the royal wedding!
Posted by: Claire | March 27, 2011 at 10:38 PM
Well, there you go...and my prized possession this week was my blue wool winder. It is my belief (from the Church of Nick) that loved ones souls stay with us and send litle messages like your corgis...that everything has meaning....it gives me compfort anyway,
Posted by: Nick | March 27, 2011 at 10:57 PM
I was sorry to hear about your dog, I know how pets become a member of the family. The universe certainly has some strange ways that we'll never fully understand. I'd never heard of Tasha Tudor but those corgi illustrations are lovely.
Posted by: Faith Hope and Charity Shopping | March 28, 2011 at 12:07 AM
See? That was Ellfin telling you he'll always be with you and that he's ok.
We lost our 14 year old Dachshund a year ago in February and I'm sitting here crying for your loss and for mine. Anyone who doesn't understand the grief you go through has never owned a dog. God Bless.
Posted by: Bonnie Sweeney | March 28, 2011 at 06:43 AM
I think Vintage Scapes said it best! Life is serendipitous indeed! Those Tudor corgi illustrations are wonderful. :) Also - all those different fiber textures are so interesting!
Posted by: manateestoybox | March 28, 2011 at 07:15 AM
That sale looks lovely! And what a blessing to find those Cogis!
Posted by: kristen | March 28, 2011 at 08:48 AM
So nice to see you there! It was so nice that you & I were the only ones oogling over the fiber. And that there was more than enough to go around! I used to have an angora goat named Andy who had white locks exactly like that.
See you soon!
Thanks for the link to Feltfarm!!
Posted by: Nancy | March 28, 2011 at 08:53 AM
I have also had peculiar encounters like that, and I have concluded that even if they are mere coincidences, they mean a lot to ME. And that's what matters :-)
BTW, after reading about your love for Tasha Tudor on a previous blog post of yours, I came across one of her illustrated books (about Christmas) in my local swapshop. After I picked it up, a lady wondered if I was willing to swap it with her for another children's book. I said no, sorry, I just found out about her (from ATG) and just had to have it. I felt a little mean, but I really felt that book was meant for me after having read about her here. And wow - she was one fantastic illustrator, and her book was a favorite with my kids. Will bring it out again next Christmas.
Posted by: Nostalgic in Maine | March 28, 2011 at 10:20 AM
love the serendipitous nature of your corgi find. that's just lovely. also love the tasha tudor illustrations! wonderful! i love the way you include information about the people whose estate sales you visit. it sort of makes their story/life continue for a bit, doesn't it?
my son did a little thrifting this weekend and found a recording of the band from my old highschool (20 years before my time there, still) on vinyl. very fun.
Posted by: angelika | March 28, 2011 at 11:29 AM
oh! forgot to comment on the felt art - oh. my. gosh. it is amazing! and yes, you should totally own that felted owl - that is so you! wow her stuff is unbelievable.
Posted by: angelika | March 28, 2011 at 11:30 AM
Funny how I found the same corgi this weekend but he was all chipped. And I just love those trimmings.
Posted by: Suzanne | March 28, 2011 at 07:39 PM
I finally completed (sort of) a Thrift Share Monday blog post!!!! Even though it's Wednesday. For me, a huge accomplishment. Thanks for the inspiration!!!!
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