Yes, I went to Brimfield last week, but it wasn’t enough…so where did my antiques and vintage fix get another hit? SoWA Vintage Market, of course!
You may recall a post back in February where I extolled the virtues of their indoor location; well, it’s also welcome in the summer heat! No AC, but you are out of the hot sun, and there were enough industrial strength fans to give me Medusa-hair.
Honestly this is one of my favorite antique markets to visit. I adore the neighborhood (the South of WAshington district in Boston’s South End), it’s part of my preferred Sunday routine: brunch at Gaslight just a block or so away, then hit the vintage mart (drop purchases at my car), then walk the ‘hood to take in the architecture. Even on a rainy or snowy day it’s time well spent!
Let me share the treasures I found this Sunday…
FIRST STOP: JOY STREET VINTAGE
While pursuing my masters in historic preservation I developed a fondness for rustic furniture. I think this lamp is super-cool!
I never met a book I didn’t like, and they have lots at Joy Street.
NEXT UP: IT’S STEPHANIE, WHO ORGANIZES THE MARKET!
Stephanie sells lots of great things, but vintage accessories in particular. Check out this chic watch, and just a sampling of what else she has to offer:
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I have to give Stephanie a huge THANK YOU for the SoWA Vintage Market!
BARLEYCORN ANTIQUE PRINTS
Barleycorn always fascinates me with their selection: they have everything from art prints to scientific diagrams to maps, and all of outstanding quality!
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LAST STOP: GALYEAN VAIL
I wrapped up this visit by spending some quality time at Galyean Vail. They had a really nice mix, lots of interesting items, and some really cool advertising pieces:
This sign is about three feet across, and in great condition.
Brass seems to be coming back, I’ve been seeing lots of it in my travels lately, and I love this orange server!
The other great thing about visiting SoWA Vintage Market in summer is the adjacent farmers and artists market—lots of good food and fine hand-crafted items:
From left to right: the lovely view; heirloom tomatoes, gourds that look like ducks; yes, we must embrace the “R Relocation Program,” even in business names (Monstah? Too funny!); just a small portion of the art stalls; design your own piece of furniture at Urban Crates.
The weatherman predicts nice weather this Sunday…guess where you are going to find me…at SoWA Vintage Market!
Are you a Hunter-Gatherer like me? Where do you like to troll for cool stuff? Where do you get you’re your fix? Share in the comments, and on Facebook and Twitter!
This makes me long for summer! Someday I will make it back to Boston and this is a place I will definitely visit (along with you!!).
It would be great to see you Julie!
Did you buy the Mutual sign, Christina ? I’d love to have that one 🙂
I wanted too, but it wasn’t in the budget–$200. 🙂
What, and I haven’t been to the Cookie Monstah?!
Hey it’s the first time I saw the Cookie Monstah–next time you are in town we’ll check it out!