Welcome 2016!

Happy New Year!  I always start my year not only with my goals but what the definition of my new year will be. Happy ~ Cheerful, cheery, merry and joyful New ~ Beginning Anew Year ~ Time of Life Looking at the definition of these words, I realized that approaching life with joy no matter what happens, helps me get through a moment, a minute or a day. I love beginning anew ~ afresh. Realizing that you can always start over. Loving each time of our life is important for the paths life takes us and realizing that we grow from each of these paths. My 2015 was a year of new and wonderful. Remnants first Spring Show was in the lovely town of Pleasanton at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. When starting a new show, you never know if you are reaching your customers. I was so thrilled to see the line that was waiting on Friday of the show. People were excited for the new venue and to see Rachel Ashwell, our special guest. Remnant's purveyors were over the top and had the most wonderful vintage, antique, farmhouse, cottage and European antiques all displayed amazingly.    Next, the Fall Show at the Earl Warren Showgrounds in Santa Barbara. I love the Fall Show because it is the opening of my favorite season, Christmas. The venue was beautiful and the treasures were abundant! Southern California customers were happy we were in their neck of the woods.            Personally, the most wonderful joy for me was this little one, Gracie. Everyone tells you that it is wonderful being a grandparent but nothing prepared me for having my heart filled with this little one.  Gracie Well 2016 is well underway for Remnants! The Spring Show is Friday, April 15th and Saturday, April 16th at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. We have moved over one building to Building A, which is a great building for us to grow into. Be sure to save the date!  I will be sending updates on the Spring Show.  Follow me on Facebook and on Instagram as Remnants of the Past, visit my website: Remnants of the Pastand sign up for our newsletter.    I am excited for 2016 for being joyful and for beginning a new time of life for 2016!

Best Food Trucks at Remnants of the Past

When Remnants of the Past was in San Luis Obispo, we had the BEST food trucks.  Having great food I think is part of the experience of coming to Remnants.  I am so thrilled that the Alameda County Fairgrounds is allowing us to choose the food that will be served at the show.  Here is the line up!

Kenny's Heart & Soul

The Slider's Truck

Fist of Flour Pizza Company

izzyA's Frozen Ice Cream Custard

Now, you have to come to just enjoy the food besides incredible vintage treasures for your home.  We will also have a FULL bar for your enjoyment including a place to sit your man in the "Man Cave" while you shop.

Remnants of the Past Vintage Show will be:

Friday, April 24th from 3pm-8pm (Be the there first to find the best!)

Saturday, April 25th 9am-5pm

Come back on Saturday....

Rachel Ashwell our Special Guest

Book signing Saturday, April 25th 10am-2pm

24 MORE DAYS!

See you soon!

xoxo

Judy

Ready for the BEST Vintage around?

Juried vendors displaying vintage decor from  around the world!    Friday, April 24th, 3pm-8pm  Saturday, April 25th, 9am-5pm  County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, California (entrance off of Valley Avenue at Gate 8)   Admission: $15 Good for both Friday & Saturday.   Treasures to be Found at Remnants Our very Special Guest Rachel Ashwell will be signing her book on Saturday, April 25th from 10am-2pm. Today is the last day to purchase the "Special Online Ticket" that includes Rachel Ashwell's brand new book, World of Shabby Chic and your entrance to Friday and Saturday's show (a $68 value for just $50).        Purchase Your Tickets Here.   For more information on  Remnants of the Past  click here.     "Another great event at Alameda County Fairgrounds."                For more information on the show, please visit: www.remnantsofthepast.com

I can always tell when Spring is near because I feel that need to clean out the cupboards, wash my slipcovers and rearrange the furniture. My cute hubby watches me and pleads 'can we wait one more month?' Lucky for him, our daughter and her husband recently bought a home and I have filled my need to clean, paint, organize as I help them make their new house a home. The best part...I have been helping my daughter prepare one room in particular...a nursery! Our first grand baby is arriving on June 27th! Devon and I have been hitting all the antique shows and flea markets looking for that special piece. During this exciting time, Remnants of the Past Vintage Show has been in full show mode. I have been busy selecting wonderful vendors, awesome gourmet food trucks and creating my vision. We are looking forward to having Rachel Ashwell as our special guest. Rachel will be signing her new book, "The World of Shabby Chic," on Saturday, April 25th from 10am to 2pm. Remnants is offering a special online ticket for $50 which includes Rachel's new book and your entrance to the show (a $68 value). This special ticket is only available online until March 24th. If you haven't purchased your ticket, visit HERE to do so.   Putting on Remnants over the years has created certain moments that I have enjoyed. One of my favorites is watching mothers, daughters and friends meeting at Remnants for the day. They laugh, share their treasures, and spend the day enjoying the time they have together. For this Spring show, Remnants is offering a special "Girlfriends" ticket package: Buy 4 tickets online for $50 (a $60 value). You can purchase this online package HERE. General tickets are available online, too.   As you have noticed, we have a new venue! We are excited to be at the fairgrounds (Alameda County Fairgrounds) in Pleasanton. It is such a charming community with a cute downtown and has wonderful hotels. If you haven't booked your stay, you can visit visittrivalley.com. Plus, there is so much to do in the Tri-Valley area during your stay. There is wonderful shopping, great restaurants and did I mention awesome wineries? Visit here for a listing and plan your Remnant's weekend:  http://visittrivalley.com/Tri-ValleyInspirationGuide.   One more thing, don't forget to sign up for the "Enter to Win a trip to Remnants". This package includes a 2-night stay, 2 tickets to Remnants and 2 "World of Shabby Chic"  books by Rachel Ashwell.   See you on Friday, April 24th! Be there Friday to have the best treasure hunting around and then come back on Saturday to have Rachel sign your book. We can't wait to see you...that includes you, Katy (The Rusty Clover)!     Stephen, Judy and little Abby