Shelf Life: My Haul From West KY Vintage & Antique Market
Best work day ever. Lol! I say that a lot around here, but it's not every day that my favorite hobby collides with my job. Antique shopping and thrifting are in my blood. Walking into a vintage shop feels like visiting my grandma right down to the smell. If you know, you know.
West KY Vintage & Antique Market
Everyone who treasure hunts has that ongoing list of things they would love to find. Maybe for nostalgic or decor trend reasons. Maybe you have a collection you love to add to, or your fashion taste runs retro. Whatever you like to look for, chances are you can find it at the West KY Vintage & Antique Market.
I LOVE anything weird or whimsical (I collect porcelain animals wearing hats, lol), pop culture memorabilia, antique junk that can be repurposed into something new, vintage t-shirts, clothes, accessories, paintings and pictures, and so, so much more. My favorite Disney princess was Ariel, not just because she was the only redhead at the time. It was because she had a secret grotto where she collected her knick-knacks! An icon!
Anyway, if you are also nosey like me and love to see what other people thrift, here is what I found today:
Wienie Wheel
Right out of the gate! Is this the greatest invention to ever exist? Maybe!
Opryland Pitcher
I always look for Opryland memorabilia for my dear friend, Chad. I told him I would only give him these rare items if I could have them back in his will. Lol! Who else thinks closing this place was the worst mistake in human history?
Vintage "Sci-Fi" Print
I thought this looked a little "Sci-Fi" and love the colors! I may "Remix" this with my own artistic twist.
Little Country Cat
Complete with her guitar and hat! So cute! And perfect for my "porcelain animals wearing hats" collection, I accidentally started.
Brass Beetle
Once again, I collect brass/bronze, but not your typical birds or candlesticks. I want that weird stuff. The ducks holding umbrellas, the dolphins, the beetles!
Feathered Headband
I have NO idea where I will wear this headband, but it was too beautiful to leave behind! I may just put it on my vanity and display it.
A Classic Painting Handbag Style
Once again, I think I'm gonna add my own artistic spin to this one. What do you think the caption of this tableau is?
Vintage Kitty Valentine
This kitty is a little creepy (it's the eyes), but I love vintage Valentine cards!
Vintage Handmade Christmas Owl Ornament
WHO loves vintage Christmas?! WE DO!
Honky Tonk Attitude Shirt
Periodt. Speaks for itself.
Vintage Frog Follies Shirt
It feels wrong to say a shirt from 2003 is vintage but...well...The graphics on this are so fun! The back has an image too.
Vintage Rooster Run Hat
I'm gonna do some research on this hat. It is probably my favorite find!
Vintage WBKR Trucker hat
Saw this a mile away and had to grab it. Vintage WBKR merch always speaks to me.
Vintage WBKR Shirt
This shop was SO awesome. FTW Vintage out of Madisonville. I guess it was meant to be that I was there today!
Vintage Wooden Bread Box
Here is my first round of finds, along with my bread box, I found. I've been looking for one for a while. I plan to paint something on it, but not sure what just yet.
When is the West KY Vintage & Antique Market?
Don't worry if you missed out (it goes until 5 today), tomorrow is Day Two of the market, and the amazing vendors all brought so many great items, you'll surely find some good finds! Or at least love looking around. Plus, it's free to park, free to enter, just bring cash with you because some vendors don't take cards.
Where is the West KY Vintage & Antique Market?
To find the West KY Vintage & Antique Market, just type in 3100 Grapevine Rd, Madisonville, KY into your maps app, and Siri will take you right to it. It is the West KY Archery Complex. 18,000 sq. ft. of things you never knew you needed!
This Quirky Henderson 'Hidden Gem' is a Vintage Lover's Dream
Gallery Credit: MKAT
Local Radio Memorabilia from the Owensboro-Evansville Area
Gallery Credit: MKAT