Well Hello Everyone.....I feel like I've been on a whirlwind of little holiday jaunts, and I've not finished yet, as the girls and myself are off again on Monday!
This jaunt is just a one night break, with one of my best friends and her daughter. A one night stay in a caravan, not vintage but the girls are very excited as they've never stayed in one before! This little break is all about the girls- so its funfairs, ice cream, and the beach if weather allows!
We are off to Skegness, on the Lincolnshire coast, not quite as I remember anymore, but I'm sure the girls will love it! As a child I never went on holiday with my parents but each year we went on the local pubs day trip, usually to Skegness or Mablethorpe!
We would all be so excited, not able to sleep the night before, the whole village would turn out! Each child got a free packet of crisps, bottle of pop and a one pound note!
So my holiday memories are snapshots of these exciting days with my Mum and sister, the sun always shone, we stuffed ourselves silly, played on the sand, then fell asleep on the way back!
Anyway, back to the delights of Dorset and Devon.....well lets just say, if I lived there I'd be bankrupt in no time.....gosh such Vintage Delights!
We went to Bridport to Girls Own Store, full of lovely things! I restrained myself but still walked away with a couple of crocheted coat hangers!
Lots of charity shops....a fantastic vintage quarter packed full of retro stuff, like I said, I'd be bankrupt!
I did however spy some baskets from the 1940s and 50s, well the crochet HAS to be stored somewhere!
My blanket is growing, slowly but surely!
And I got this little shelf unit from Ruby Rockcake in Lyme...I've wanted one for about 2 years, threw caution to the wind....holidays have that affect!
I LOVE IT!!!
I've been rearranging...playing with stuff, I love rearranging!
There are some great artists in Lyme, and we indulged in two paintings by Edna Dorrington. She was in the gallery whilst we were there, I was picking up her paintings getting a little excited, as you do, when she popped her head around the corner!
I couldn't decide so brought both...one of the Cobb and one of an allotment, my friend is going to frame them for me. I was struck by the colours.
I met two very lovely ladies whilst in Lyme.....
Caroline who runs Ruby Rockcake, was very welcoming, such a friendly person...if you ever find yourself in Lyme, pop in....lots of delights in that little shop!!!
And I met the super Mrs Vanilla Squirrel, we chatted away in the sunshine, we've lots in common and it's always good to meet Bloggy friends...
Especially when they bring gifts....she's lovely Mrs VS! Thank you!!!
So I returned from my holidays with lots of brilliant memories...and vintage goodies!
We had a great time catching up with relatives in Wales, one wet day, one sunny day! I will share a few photos next time!
We are big National Trust fans in the Bea household, we've been to a couple of stunning houses lately so I'll share them too, when we're back from Skegness!
Hope you are all having a great weekend, welcome to all new readers, nice to have you here!
Be back middle of next week....Etsy shop opening then too, lots of vintage sheet bundles! I'm on Instagram too.....adabea1.... As if I haven't enough addictions.......
Bye For Now!
Ada :) xxx
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Carnt beat a bit of skeggy,love these kind of resorts.im so jealous of your wool stash:(
ReplyDeleteAll sale purchases! I'm saving a little now for the next bargains! :) x
DeleteThose stores looked like little addiction havens....for us vintage loves!
ReplyDeleteHave fun with your girls....Heidi
I love your little corner, new shelves are lovely :) xx
ReplyDeleteThat shelf unit looks fabulous and my word you have a lot of yarn! Those shops look wonderful, very tempting, I don;t think I'd be able to leave them empty handed. You look like you're having a pretty fabulous summer so far Ada. xx
ReplyDeleteIt's been a great start....just hope the girls aren't bored now....although they might be in need of a rest! :) x
DeleteLots of gorgeous vintage delights there! I love your little shelf unit, it looks lovely with all your gorgeous yarn in.
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Oh my goodness - so very many lovely pretty colourful things! You found some fab things Ada - I adore those doilies - and your baskets! And how lovely that you got to meet vanilla squirrel :) xx
ReplyDeleteYes meeting Mrs VS was great, as are your postcards that adorn my walls! :) x
DeleteIt sounds like you did have a good time. And I see some Rice colours, my favorite brand, so colorful. Always beautiful. groetjes, Gerda
ReplyDeleteI love these little cups, they've come in really handy so far, we've had lots of picnics! :) x
DeleteHi Ada, So glad you're having a good time!!!Love all your vintage finds!!!They are gorgeous!!!And your yarn collection is coming on nicely!!!Enjoy your little getaway with the girls!!!!Have fun and be happy!!!
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So glad you're having a lovely summer Ada ... the shops look really great ... I'm not surprised you couldn't resist ... neither could I ... Bee xx
ReplyDeleteLovely holiday pics Ada! Ruby Rockcake looks like my kind of place, but too far away, alas ...
ReplyDeleteThe crochet is a feast of loveliness too!
Love Claire xxx
She sells online too Claire! :) x
DeleteHi Ada,loved sharing your holiday pics,You picked up such great things,love the wool stand from Ruby Rockcake,looks like a great shop,as does Girls own. The crochet s coming on wonderfully and looks perfect displayed in those lovely baskets. Enjoy your next trip,looking forward to hearing all about it.lots of love xxx
ReplyDeleteI've been waiting for ages for one so I'm really happy, it looks better than I thought! :) x
DeleteOh amazing finds Ada. I'd love to go to Dorset and Devon, they are on my wishlist of places to visit. I like your childhood memory of a packet of crisps, pop and a one pound note - that's fantastic. I always remember getting those individual Kelloggs packets of cereal on caravan holidays - they were a real luxury item back then! x
ReplyDeleteKellogg's mini boxes in the cupboard waiting, the girls love them, funny though when I buy big boxes they suddenly go off cereals! Yes those pub outings were the best! :) x
DeleteEverything is just beautiful. I keep hearing about this Girls' Own store and I so badly want to visit someday. It sounds like just the place for me! I love your new shelves, that's a great way to get organized.
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely things you brought back from holiday! Have a wonderful caravan adventure!
ReplyDeleteSimply scrumptious goodies!
ReplyDeleteHave a fab time at Skegness, or Skeggy as they call it in these parts!
Helenxx
It is good to treat yourself... love the little metal shelves... If I could I'd live in Dorset it's my favourite county... Cx
ReplyDeleteSkegness!!! I've been there a wile ago.....I think it was in Summer 1987.....with my sisters and parents!
ReplyDeleteI remember we watched the last James Bond movie and we had nice strolls along the beach!!!
Enjoy your girlish time!!!
xxxx Ale
If the weather is good it will be fair rides for us, or the arcades if it rains! :) x
DeleteThose vintage bits and bobs are lovely! I hope you have a great little caravan break!
ReplyDeleteLovely, lovely things. Your little wire unit is fab, and I've just spent a couple of hours this afternoon painting a picture of something quite similar...
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your trip to Skegness. I always think that the Lincolnshire Wolds which are nearby, are a hidden gem. Never been to Skeggy, but it's still very popular with people in my part of the world.
Yes Lincolnshire is beautiful, can't wait to see your picture! :) x
DeleteThat's an eye-candy filled post! Those stores look amazing!
ReplyDeleteThat wire storage is perfect.
Lovely shops you've visited during your holiday:) I can imagine how difficult it was not to buy anything;)
ReplyDeleteSounds like you had a wonderful time! And such pretty thing! Love those pictures! Thank you Ada!
ReplyDeletecan see you have had a great time, love the painting you have bought, such a fantastic artist, must check her out on the web. The shelving looks so so useful, would be good for my patchwork fabrics, would be good to see what i have at a glance instead of having i stored in boxes. Never been to Skegness, the east coast is not known to me, must remedy that as I can get a free bus to Whitby, Scarborough etc takes 3 hours but one day! Further north than Skeggy but I am in Leeds so will have to go where the bus goes
ReplyDeleteMargaret, you must check out Whitby and Scarborough they are fantastic places.....especially if there's a free bus, I'd be there in a flash! :) x
DeleteLots to drool over here. And on Instagram too. Go you! xo
ReplyDeleteLove your new little arrangement and all that wool in that wire rack. Wouldn't mind one myself if I may say so. It's sounds like you're having a fan hols with lots of different things going on, right up my street. Enjoy Slegness and look forward to seeing some more pics of your hols. We are national trust fans here too. Loving all the crocheting you've been doing. Xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteIt is fun arranging things isn't it, and you've created such a cosy corner. Looks like you're a braver woman than I though ... only cotton yarn on display here though, since the dreaded moth attack!
ReplyDeleteI'm just finally joining Instagram too ... eek!
Have fun on the coast :)
No worries Annie, it's all cotton! See you on IG! :) x
DeleteHolidays that involve vintage goodies are the best holidays there are.
ReplyDeleteThe little wire shelf is just lovely. x
OMG what fantastic stuff ruby rockcake sels
ReplyDeleteLove your sweet crocheted hangers and pretty treasures!! Your blanket is coming along beautifully!! xo Heather
ReplyDeleteLovely post and more to come with your next trip, I'm sure - hope you have a great time with your girls in the caravan! Your pressie from Mrs Vanilla Squirrel is so cute!
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Lots and lots of lovely stuff
ReplyDeleteThe shops all look chuck full of "must haves" ... I admire your will power to only come away with a few things. I too would be bankrupt in a town full of these treasure shops! The paintings are wonderful, and I love your new yarn storage. Enjoy your next jaunt ... glad that it's going to be full of memories for you too :D Wendy x
ReplyDeleteThank you Everyone....lovely to read your comments as always! :) xxx
ReplyDeletejust too amazing for words....love everything! xx
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