Friday, March 19, 2010

~~Vintage Chic ~~Historic Downtown Foster Street Dothan, Al

This is the first of the "Shopping in the Wiregrass" Series.  I started with Vintage Chic because I Love This Quaint Shop!!!   From the Front of the building you know that it is going to be a treat.  A Fabulous Old Building, pain stakingly restored. Proprietor, Berna Dean Flanagan is a Sweetie!!  She is one of the amazing people who Love Historic downtown and has invested her Heart and soul into revitalizing Foster Street and The Entire Down Town District.



 From the Expanse of the windows to the welcoming Rockers offered at $50 for the pair....you know you are Welcome.  Make sure to peruse the windows!  There is always a new seasonal display as well as really great "Stuff".  And we all know I love "Stuff"!!!







This "Happy Easter" Sign painted on tin is from an Ozark Resident, Tony Robinson and priced at $28.  Wow!!  Can't you just see this hanging on your porch to welcome everyone!!Berna Dean is great about showcasing Local Artists.



From the expanse of the Wide Open Doors, to the Wonderful Wood Floors and up to the Exposed Brick Walls....I Love it!  The Entire place calls to me....the feel of home.  Of shopping in the old small town shops with my grandmother.  It has memories and it has true substance.  From a design point of view, quite simply...It is Lovely!

Say hello to Berna Dean!  Ever ready to help you with whatever you may be searching for in your quest for the perfect collectible.  That one of a kind chair.  Or maybe just a trinket for a gift for that special someone.  Berna Dean is always happy to help.








Old Rusty Iron work...Yummy.  Ready for your spring garden.  I love the nooks and crannies.  The pieces and parts.  And don't forget she has multiple dealers so things change all the time.  So be sure to stop by often so you don't miss the perfect piece for you!




  Here is Berna Dean chatting with customers.  She is always ready to share her knowledge of the Vintage World with you or listen to yours. She can always find a place for you to pull up a seat and visit.  Don't you love that feeling ?

Look at those Walls!!!!  Exposed Brick and Plaster. You have to go and see them for yourself.  




Here is a peek into the shop.  A lovely Breakfront for only $895.  Folks these are hard to come by and in this condition....hurry, you need this!!

A Fabulous Marble Base Alabaster Lamp with a Red Shade Lights the way to this corner of goodies.  An Antique Round dining Table, an array of Vintage Chairs and more of those pieces and parts....






Yes, Sponge Ware with a Red Enamel Outside.  Wow....think of this with your Fresh Spring Flowers. Love, Love, Love this and at $45, these are rare. 








 A Gorgeous Hand Painted Hitchcock Chair. I can see this flanking your fireplace or in the Breakfast Room. If only this chair could talk.  It has so many stories to tell.








Another local artist Jude Southerland Kessler. Offered is a novel on the life of John Winston Lennon.  Isn't this your kind of shop?  You can purchase a turn of the Century (or older) Antique, A Vintage Lamp or even a Book by a resident of the Wiregrass.




Speaking of vintage finds....a collection of Vintage Teapots!!  These are so affordable priced from $8 to $18.  Perfect gift or to add to your collection.


Look at all the other great things Vintage chic offers.




A great 30's Cash Register.  Wouldn't your dad love to have this for Fathers day???? $250.  That is all.  Another great memory.  Someones old store, maybe your childhood is filled with the sound as the clerk rang up your Parents, Grandparents or even your sale.







"It's not junk...it's a Collection" !!!  How many times have you said that???? I say it almost every time I bring something else home.

This is made by another Local Artist, Donna Tingle and offered at Vintage Chic for $20.

Wonderful Mother's Day gift!!!!



Speaking of Mom...look at this truly Magnificent Lime Multi Beaded Bag .  A night on the town?  Or as a Fresh Spring Accessory.








This little Vintage Magazine Table is in great shape and it is a STEAL at only $30.  You know you need to hurry!!!!








Lovely Distressed Mirror on a Stand in Iron $18.  I told you this is my favorite Shop.  Now you know why. You can always find something affordable, usable or just cute that you need to take home.








This is a Drexel Chair in a distressed Vanilla, 1 of 4 AND a Table with 3 leaves all for $230.00.  Have you Shopped for dining furniture lately? Easter Sunday is right around the corner.  Wouldn't this be the perfect fit for your dining Room???

Drexel is known as one of the Premier American Furniture Companies.  Built to stand the test of time. A wonderful solid set.



Enamel Bread Pail from the 1930's...to die for another STEAL at $30.

Vintage Chic has so many great deals.  I love to visit this shop!!!








Victorian Book Case $280.00.  Look at all the Beautiful things on this piece!!  This would be great for a Bedroom, Study or even a Foyer. Lovely Piece.










Another Local Writer has his Book offered at Vintage Chic.....And The Egret Cawed by Thomas Gilbert.  For those of you who don't know, this is my husband.  If  you would like to read a review you can go lulu.com or amazon .com.

And take a look at the wonderful Old Scale!!!  By the look of things, this is some pretty heavy reading!!







 Sweet, Sweet Metal Flower Bird Feeder.  Spring is here!!  Make the birds happy.  Offered at only $15.











 A Variety of Vintage Clothing and Jewelry as well as Hand Made pieces.











 Lovely vintage Tole Tray.....Perfect Pale Blue









A Primitive Bottle Carrier ($50) with Old Bottles priced at $15











A Tole Floral Arrangement......











A Great Old Table with a Collection of things!!


There is so much to choose from.  It was really hard for me to even decide on the photos.  Wonderful array of Treats!!





Sweet Round Table, Gorgeous Legs!!












Another painting by Tony Robinson.  A Bright Funky Rooster $30.  Support your local artist!!!










How about taking Mr Sun home to hang on your porch or deck??  Offered at  $35










 Another photo of the Metal Flower Bird Feeder ..just because I love it!!!


Now do you see why I love this shop??  It has so much, but it is still small enough to feel warm and inviting.  Cozy...like home.

When you go in for your visit tell Berna Dean that I sent you...go soon, so that you can see all the great things I showcased...before they find their next home.

Vintage Chic
140 North Foster Street
Dothan, Al 36303
334-792-0280

Tuesday - Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday             10:30 am  - 2:30 pm
www.vintagechicofdothan.com
or Visit Vintage Chic on FaceBook

Enjoy your visit....Stay in Touch!!
K











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