Our Painted Porch

Hey up north friends, if you need something wonderful for Mother’s Day, and will be passing through Norland for pick up, please check out these wonderful gift ideas from A Zebra of a Different Stripe.

Hey, my Haliburton friends! If you travel through Norland on your way up, check out A Zebra of A Different Stripe. Gallery of Gifts They are doing curb side pick ups during the pandemic, but check out their IG and Facebook pages. They have some amazing items, and some great ideas for Mother’s Day gifts!

The first Hygge post centers around warm comforting drinks. What feels better after a day out in the cold, than curling up beside the fire with a lovely mug of hot cocoa. This mug is perfect for the latest craze of hot chocolate bombs. What I’ve found in our house, is that everyone gravitates to their special mug. Hope this Fisher Stoneware mug speaks to you. $6

I’m going to start off 2021 by focussing on a concept, which, in truth and unknowingly, most of Our Painted Porch’s products adhere to. After such a tumultuous 2020, I think most of us can use a little Hygge. . . .... . . #hygge #contentment #comfort #cozy #candlelight #friends #family #fireside #simcoestreetmarket #happiness See more

Well....it’s been a year. With so many different things to cope with, one thing has remained the same. Your support. Thank you for sticking with me in this crazy year, and let’s hope 2021 gives us something much better!

As always, I love to see my creations in their new habitats! Linda has graciously sent me pics of these 2 light up beauties in their new home. Beautiful!

You can find a bit of the Porch in Beaverton now! I’ve joined a wonderful little Artisan Market, Simcoe Street Market in the heart of Beaverton. A great little spot to find some amazing locally made products. Pop in if you’re anywhere near! Stay tuned to this space....I’m going to be trying out some new hand made products here.

I just did a restock at the store, so here’s a little tour of what’s current. Except the red enamel plates, they got scooped up right after I took the pictures.

For those of you that left your lake name....check back in!

I’ve just got to show you a few things that are heading in tomorrow...such cool items, I love them all ! They’re so hard to let go of sometimes.

One of my one of a kind items heading over to James Family Farm for the Home for the Holidays sale. Don’t forget to check it out next weekend....I saw a lot of amazing things when I dropped off my stuff today! I’ll keep you posted on the details. Link is at James Family Farm. It will be live later this week. #curatorspopupmarket #curatorspopup #homefortheholidays

So, this is a pop up shopping opportunity that I’m excited to be a part of! It looks like there is going to be many wonderful vendors...just think, you can get the bulk of your Christmas shopping done from the comfort of your sofa, sipping a lovely cocktail in front of a roaring fire. My kind of shopping. Note that pick up is in between Uxbridge and Port Perry....not far from Newmarket at all! Happy Shopping! .... . . . . #curatorspopup #homefortheholidays #curatorspopupmarket #artisanmade #oneofakind #christmasshopping #shopsmallthischristmas See more

More Christmas is making it’s way into the Our Painted Porch corner at Castle Antiques. Handmade, vintage, one of a kind, upcycled....there’s something for everyone! Grab a one of a kind ornament to hang on a wine bottle for gift giving time. Hopefully they’ll remember you fondly every year they hang the ornament

Christmas is creeping into Castle! (How’s that for alliteration) Here’s the beginning of the steady stream of all things Christmas. More to come!

All right you MCM lovers, have I got a treat in store for you! Coming soon these amazing Vintage Kathy Winkle stoneware plates. I don’t even think they’ve been used! (Qty And to set them off, 4 of these smoked glass stemmed glasses, and 6 dessert dishes. What a great set!

For all the basket and blue lovers, it was stock up time again!

A wee video tour of my space. Enjoy!

Having a little fun with fall. It’s my favourite time of year. Hope you enjoy my little video.

More pretty things coming your way! They should be making their way to the store later this week. Let me know if you want to call dibs on anything before it hits the floor.

Okay, as it turns out, there is no room at Castle at the moment for any furniture pieces. So, I’m offering this piece at a reduced price of $200. If it makes it to the store, it will be $250. Please DM with any questions! Dimensions 32w x 19d x 29-1/2h

Another upcycle....this cute little waterfall bench would be equally at home in your bedroom, or at the front door. Throw a basket underneath, and you’ve got slipper storage.

Sneak peek of this beauty almost ready to come in. So versatile! Birch tree painting SOLD

The Porch Pumpkin Patch Which one is your favourite?

Some more wee touches for fall, because brrrr.....it felt like it this morning!

Our winner of our little game.... Tracy Smith! Tracy, please DM me, and I’ll figure out how to get a little treat to you.... $10 credit at the_painted_porch_closet. https://www.instagram.com/p/CEVu2Xhp7xQ/, Plus a few other little goodies for you....

If you wanted your porch fix this weekend, make sure you go today, as Castle is closed tomorrow. Happy Labour Day.

I’m sad people! Not enough people wanted to play my game last week. So I’m carrying it over to this week.... These last 2 loads in have had some amazing things, that are very hard to let go of. So today’s game....I’m going to show you some of my favourite things, and I’d like you to share one of your favourite things from the last little while, either by description or screenshot. Tagging a friend on something they might like would not upset me either. I really want to be able to do one of those roulette wheel winner pickers....help me out porch peeps!

I just brought in one of my biggest loads yet! So. Many. Amazing. Things! ... We’re going to play a little game....I want you to pick out three things that are new, and mention them in a comment. On Sunday night, I’ll do a little draw from all who played, and you’ll get a GC from my sister site, The Painted Porch Closet, and a few other little goodies. Are you ready? Let’s play.... See more

New cards in the suitcase at Our Painted Porch in Castle Antiques. Stock up now.

I really love seeing people enjoying their purchases from Our Painted Porch! Just look how cute she looks wearing a pair of my hand painted cut offs.

Two words.....pumpkin spice! Yeah, it’s getting closer to that time of year again. I’m bringing in some fall things help you get your autumn on. Also, I’m having a hard time keeping my barware stocked.....so I know what y’all are doing during COVID times!

Keeping with the fall-ish theme, here’s a sneak peek as to what’s coming your way this weekend! Have a scroll through....what catches your eye the most?

Even though it was crazy humid and hot today, I’m starting to lean towards the colours of fall.... And also, I dropped off a whole new set of painted denim, for those of you looking for more.

I was able to make a quick visit into Haliburton today, amidst my preparations for Art on the Dock. I brought in a mini load, and noticed things were looking pretty bare in my little corner. I promise I will remedy that quickly once I get through this art show. But I do love that you guys love what I find for you! Here some of the new things, plus a peek at some of my favourite things.

Pop by and check it out! Browse while you’re there. Win-win!

More goodies showing up at Our Painted Porch. You never know what you’ll find! Best advice, though....grab it if you love it! Most of my stuff is definitely one of a kind.

Excited to have some brand new Thrifted Stitches back in the store for you. Pop by and check them out.

Not sure why there’s been a run on blankets in this weather, but I barely had any left! So, on my last search, I uncovered quite a few one of a kind blankets. Soon to be available in my Our Painted Porch spot at Castle Antiques Cafe Haliburton.

Arrrgh, it’s so hot today, I completely forgot to take pictures of all the new goodies in store today! You’ll just have to wander in, enjoy some sort of iced drink while you wander the easily social distancing aisles. Did I mention they have AC? Castle Antiques Cafe Haliburton

Up cycling is defined as: Upcycling, also known as creative reuse, is the process of transforming by-products, waste materials, useless, or unwanted products into new materials or products of better quality and environmental value. Sometimes this may mean a new coat of paint, other times it’s revamping an item into something totally different! ... Here’s a few upcycles I’ve been working on.

For those of you that are missing being greeted by Blue, here’s a virtual greeting for you!

A new visit to Castle with my latest batch of stuff...here’s a peek at some of it. My theme this week is picnicking . Consider using non throwaways for your next picnic....so much classier, and really, not that much more work!

Just a little view of my area in Castle Antiques. Hope you can check it out in person soon!

Feeling Italian today? Wouldn’t your flat white taste especially amazing out of these MCM smoked glass cups? Check out the square handle detail, and the squared off saucers. Oh so retro! $30 for the set of 6 cups and saucers. Made in Italy. (Will be at Castle later this week, or DM for first dibs.)

Let your dad tell all the dad jokes he wants today. After all, it’s his day! Happy Fathers Day to every kind of dad out there!

Still looking for a few last minute gift ideas for Fathers Day? I just dropped these at Castle Antiques Cafe Haliburton this afternoon! An assortment of hand drawn cards available as well. Check them out...

Making it easier for you to find me at Castle...

Now with some of the restrictions loosening a bit for COVID, I’m excited to say I’ve been able to resume my treasure hunting. And what treasures I’ve been finding! Here’s a sneak peek at just a few of the goodies headed to Castle, hopefully on Thursday.

Raise your hand if you thought Fathers Day was this weekend.......okay, so just me? Well, now (for me, anyway) there’s a bonus week to shop for dear old dad. In case you’re stuck what to get him, here’s a few ideas that will be heading to the store early next week.

Everyone needs just that one kitschy piece...you know, the one everybody comments on, or has to talk about. Here’s a few of our kitschy pieces....do you have one at your cottage? Post a picture if you do!

More painting on jeans! One of a kind summery wear. Come check them out at Castle Antiques before they’re gone. (The shorts have been cut to a longer length, so you can cut them to the length that’s right for you.)

Okay, this is a one off. I have some great pieces that just don’t fit at Castle, so I’m going to post them here with revised pricing. If there’s something you want, please comment on the item, then DM me. We’ll then have to make arrangements to get it to you. Happy shopping!

It’s time to restock the cards! I noticed they were low last time I was in, so here’s a new batch to check out. Don’t forget Fathers Day coming up. Hopefully, you’ll be able to give him a hug with the card by then. (Cards are all hand drawn and rendered.)

Coffee or tea, what’s your poison? I’ll take them both iced, but I need convincing on the hot. Which is your favourite, and which of these would you most like to drink it out of?

Let’s talk pottery....I have a weakness for it. I just can’t pass up a one of a kind piece, when I see it on the shelf. Here’s a sampling of some of the pieces I’ve curated. Pop by Castle and check them out in person!

Well, that was fun! Let’s do it again..... Instead of drinking, let’s talk gardens! I’ve pulled some very cute garden items for you to decorate with. As I’m not back in the store till next week sometime, if you see something you like, comment, and then message Castle on IG or FB to call dibs on it! ( eliminate the middle man....me!) if you’re in Newmarket, I can always bring anything home next time I’m up. ... Once again, I’ve either noted the price on the picture, or taken the picture so you can read the price tag. Happy shopping! *** SOLD - Smaller embroidery hoop wreath - Oval galvanized planter - Square galvanized tray

Not that I’m saying that COVID is driving you to drink...this is just a coincidence, I swear! Focussing on some cool bar items today...I’m showing the prices to minimize time spent in the store. Let me know if you have any questions! Castle is open, with limited hours. Currently they are open 9-3 daily, but best confirm, as things change daily with our lovely COVID!... ***Roly Poly glasses, retro plates, gurgle jug, wine decanter, Chrome bottom stemless wine glasses and spirit decanter all sold.