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Boo, Not Enough Time

October 4, 2007
By Barbara Martin, Executive Editor


Planning a two-day trip to Atlanta has always proved challenging. It seems I’m only halfway through my “must see” list before I need to rush to the airport. First chance I get, I race to Kolo, Silk Trading Company, and Star Provisions (to my benefit, conveniently located in the same block).

Kolo carries many lines of fiberglass and composite planters that fool the eye into looking amazingly like zinc or terracotta. At Silk Trading Company, I fall in love with the huge selection of cotton ticking including strips that are oh so French.  Now I need to find time to make slipcovers for the battered rattan loveseat exiled to my basement. To some they might be everyday dishes, but because Star Provisions has a knack of displaying their wares as if they were priceless, I linger too long. Don’t forget to pick up a cupcake to go.

                 

                          

                

The next day is a fast and furious walk through the Atlanta Gift Show.  It would be impossible to cover the exhibits in four days, let alone my meager one. But, try I do.  A visit with JoAnn Salyers is a highlight. Her Halloween rattles are all lavishly presented and ready for any loved trick-or-treater.  

Find her at www.tinseltrading.com and www.christmastraditions.com.     

                     

                     

   

Links
Kolo,   www.kolocollection.com
Silk Trading Company, www.silktrading.com 
Star Provisions, www.starprovisions.com
JoAnn Salyers, www.christmastraditions.com
Tinsel Trading Company, www.tinseltrading.com   

 

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Thanks so much for sharing. I'm off to Atlanta to celebrate my 60th(!) and now I have some great places to shop!
Posted By: Birthday Ol Gal


Thanks for all the great links. Just added some to my favorites. I could spend days in the Tinsel Trading Co. Wonderful fabrics. Thinking they would make great covers for the cushions I have just started bringing in off the deck. Great ideas for next year. Thanks.
Posted By: Patricia on the river.


Wow! such wonderful links!! Thank you. All are so inspiring. Cata. www.catascraft.blogspot.com
Posted By: cata


Love the photos! I've heard of Tinsel Trading Co, would love to visit there, but these others are new to me! I'll go visit now, virtually! *Heidi* of Everyday Cookies
Posted By: Heidi (http://journals.aol.com/hwoodred/everyday-cookies/)


That fabric is beautiful. I love those vintage looking Halloween decorations are too cute. I'm off to check out those sites.
Posted By: Betty @ She's Sew Pretty


Barbara, I love that you said To some they might be everyday dishes, but because Star Provisions has a knack of displaying their wares as if they were priceless, I linger too long, tho personally, I don't think there is a time limit on lingering!!! Effective and appropriate display is SO important in the presentation of merchandise. Whether it is humble everyday pottery or elegant china, it IS a priceless treasure and should be displayed that way! I love displays that inspire....
Posted By: DivaDeb http://decodivadebi.blogspot.com


Beautiful fabrics, I'm so glad to see that HC has a blog! Blogging has become one of my greatest creative outlets! Suzy
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Love all things Halloween! Thanks for the preview.


Oh, how fun! Thank you for all the links! The fabric is wonderful, and I love those little smiling pumpkin faces! Fun stuff! Melissa The Inspired Room
Posted By: http://theinspiredroom.wordpress.com


I LOVE those Halloween rattles...cute gifts for the grandkids. Thanks for sharing
Posted By: Kate L


Wooo hooo a new blog!!
Posted By: pamkittymorning.blogspot.com


Barbara,thanks for all of the support these past few years. Your magazine is wonderful, beautifully shot & a pleasure to read (of course I might be biased having been in it several times)! Showcasing artists as you do is very special and one of the reasons why we have your magazine on our front counter.Thanks again
Posted By: Marcia - Tinsel Trading


wow, Barbara, I was pleasantly surprised to find these nice words and photos about my items at the gift show in Atlanta. Thanks so much. JoAnn Salyers
Posted By: JoAnn Salyers, Cottage Collage


That would be an exciting adventure wandering through the gift show! Maybe someday I will get to go! Thanks for all the great links.
Posted By: Teresa - http://teresaksheeley.typepad.com


So Wonderful to find out you have a blog! Love it! Will look in often! Sandra Evertson www.sandraevertson.blogspot.com
Posted By: Sandra Evertson


I just came from Atlanta and wish I had known! I was taking an 86 year old friend to spend her birthday with her twin sister so not much time for shopping. I will be going back tho on my own time at a later date and am glad for the info.
Posted By: s. leach


Barb, thanks for the tips on places to see and shop while in Altanta. I look forward to finding and lingering!!
Posted By: J Blakely, San Diego


Sometimes it is all so overwhelming...all this stuff! I am in a down sizing mode, however, I still like seeing what you find and appriciate all of those who still have the energy to collect...especially the flea market stuff as it is just another form of recycling...and not a support of China's junk. CBMCP


When ever I see you face walk into our booth the smile is the one you give to family,kiss & hug and keep talking to the client. They look and know you must be someone IMPORTANT That you are Barbara It is always my honor to work with you when ever the job calls for the Stylist in your pocket !!! Ciao bella!
Posted By: Rosemary Warren


P.S. Barbara you know the best places to enjoy your nurture time. Provisions on Howell Mill was shared with me by my friend / realtor in Atlanta 4 years ago It is magnificent a must enjoy place !!!
Posted By: Rosemary Warren


What a great photo of you, Barbara. It totally captures your personality. Forget about Atlanta. When are you coming back to lovely Columbus, Ohio?
Posted By: Mary McPhail, WonderfulGraffiti.com


Barbara, thanks for all the great info on Atlanta stores. I've put Atlanta on my must- shop list. I look foward to hearing about more unique places to visit.......you seem to have a knack for finding them!!!
Posted By: Betty Ciottone


I am so appreciative of the visual inspiration everybody is bringing to the table. Keep it going; share the joy! love. www.suzifiner.com
Posted By: suzi finer


Thank you for sharing the links to these wonderful products. I love the ticking! xo, Becky
Posted By: Sweet Cottage Dreams


Barbara, thanks for sharing (the pics AND the links!). Wish I were there - I would linger far too long myself, but seemingly not long enough to drink in all the color and pattern. Yummy inspiration for spring color palettes for my new paper collections. Oh how fun, I just looked up at my screen and see a comment from Wonderful Grafitti - how serendipitous - just yesterday I saw a lovely wall quote done by them, featured in another publication :o) Will be calling on you Mary McPhail :o) LOVE the community you're building Barbara. Terri Conrad Terri Conrad Designs
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Thanks fo the preview! Anne Delisle Quebec City


These fabrics are beautiful...and the halloween decorations fantastic. Thank you for sharing your secrets! they are safe with me. :) Nana
Posted By: Designs by nana


Wow! I just love to read all the comments. It's refreshing to read and see all the positive things going on in the world. Thanks! http://bagitup4me-neko.blogspot.com/
Posted By: Neko


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