I have some WONDERFUL NEWS I think!My new computer GAL has found the problem WHY you all weren’t getting a NOTIFICATION if I had done a NEW POST.
This will be the TEST RUN to see.If you hadNOT been receiving my POSTS say the last couple of months would you be so kind as to leave me a comment telling me you NOW are back with me!
Also, I changed my name!I am no longer the VINTAGEHENHOUSE.COM
TADAH…………I am THE REAL and ONLY ONE who calls herself
THEVINTAGECONTESSA.NET
I still go around and comment on others people’s BLOG as LA CONTESSA.I suppose I should say VINTAGE CONTESSA now…………….I hate change so am slow………but baby steps will see me signing off as the Vintage Contessa.
Now on INSTAGRAM my CONTESSA name was taken so years back when I was sitting in my shop trying to sign up for INSTAGRAM I thought well I am heading down the road to an ANTIQUE but I do not see MYSELF as a GODDESS!That was a JOKE.I do hope you understand I am FULL of HUMOR.
So, there you have all my names except Facebook which Im not too fond of so we will skip that CALL NAME………….unless you know me it’s my real name with my MIDDLE name included.
I AM SO HAPPY TO HAVE FOUND YOU ALL AGAIN!
My FAMILY just didNOT get what I was going through when I told them I had LOST ALL MY SUBSCRIBERS!!!!!!GONE………POOF………….SIX YEARS of FRIENDS……..
Well, it should BE all FIXED now.SO here WE go!
I have just come back from my storage unit.It’s SO cute I had to take a photo to share.This was a CHRISTMAS GIFT to me from my husband.It sits in his YARD with all HIS HEAVY EQUIPMENT.Don’t worry I got a SPARKLY thing too and a few kitchen items!
I LOVE IT.
I think it has to do with the color scheme and size!
Yes, thats a railroad track behind and the airplanes fly overhead!
I have gathered and LOADED my CHEVY TRUCK…………and just so you know there will be another truck stopping at my HOUSE before we take off to un-load at the REMNANTS of the PAST SHOW in PLESANTON, CALIFORNIA.
Do you see anything that SPEAKS to YOU?I am well aware it does not LOOK PRETTY now!But just YOU wait and see my POST after I finish MY SET~UP at the SHOW……..
Things I love………..iron stuff,chandeliers………DAAAA,mannequins,Vintage gowns long to the floor you know the type, those that are VERY hard to find and well WE have No where to wear them…….what else do I adore……….HATS, I will have a few hats for a SPRING LOOK at the show FOR SALE!
Silver………a whole box load.That was the last thing I put in the truck!
Golf cart NOT FOR SALE!
Inside the Truck covered in a painter’s drop cloth is a FRENCH love seat.
Unless, YOU tell me you want her this DAME stays at STORAGE!Her clothing has been sewn on and isNOT re~movable.I had her in my home for awhile and REALLY do not want to SELL her……….beware she was a tad EXPENSIVE. $400.00.I was asking $600.00.SHe would be gorgeous in a walk in closet or POWDER ROOM!I willNOT ship HER………
You would have to come to the SAN FRANCICSO BAY AREA to collect HER and have the pleasure of MEETING ME!!!!
SO, happy you all are back with ME!
Here are the specifics about the SHOW!!
APRIL 24th 3:00 until 8:00 PM.
April 25th 9 until 5:00PM.
PLEASE FIND ME……..my booth will be called THE VINTAGE CONTESSA.
THANK YOU JULIE FOR FINDING ALL MY LOST SUBSCRIBER’S……..You are a JEWEL!
OFF TO SEIZE the DAY………….and pull just a FEW MORE TRINKETS!
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Donna~Faded velvet says
Elizabeth~
What a perfect place to store your extra lovelies! Just hang a chandy and one could LIVE there (or at least visit). Loading for a show is always fun, exciting, hard work and stressful. I so wish I could attend the show, my friend.
Have fun and sell it ALL!\
Donna
Faded Velvet
contessa says
NOT ALL………that would be too DEPRESSING for us who ADORE OUR STUFF!!!
Lee says
I got my notification! Yay! Looks like you are having fun getting ready for your show… hard work indeed… I had a shop once… now I prefer to putter around and paint… such a recluse. You have lots of pretties… Wishing you a prosperous show with lots of fun!
contessa says
I need to hear about what kind of shop and more about the DUCK!Can you try and do a video of MISS DAISY a knocking………..
I promise to have loads of FUN………….it’s in my DNA!
Karena says
Dear Elizabeth I so wish I could attend one of your shows with the exciting array of goods you offer!! I have been getting your notifications directly on my site, I hope you are getting mine!
xoxo
Karena
The Arts by Karena
contessa says
I am NOT receiving your email any longer…………….I saw you on another site and left a quickie comment one day this past week.I will look into it!
Sorry i have been absent I do not mean to be!
You and THE ARTS areNOT to be MISSED!!!
Jennifer says
I realize I am not getting your posts either Karena!! What in the world is happening to blog world! I’ll be looking into it also. xo
anita@letshavelunch says
Goodmorning Dear Contessa,
So busy I see but shaping up for what will be a wonderful show.
It’s going to be fabulous and I wish you all the success in the world.
Look out for books sweetpea. MKFisher, Julia and my favourite Elizabeth David…….if you see her get her!!
It’s turned chilli here. I’m writing with Onnee ON my feet instead of next to.
So pleased all your computer woes have passed.
Will email you later on.
Cheers Mate
xx neat
contessa says
I AM ON the BOOKS……………..who is Elizabeth DAVID!!!
I like her NAME!!!
XO
Tara Sayers Dillard says
You indeed have the MAN !! Love him. He gives you the best gifts.
At our new home, we’re already planning the evening booze cruse around the property in the golf cart.
Realtor told me this morning just go ahead and pack all my dishes and use paper plates.
Told her I WOULD NOT do that to myself. Will keep some vintage white ironstone, silver, linen to dine properly, even if it’s on my lap in the conservatory while house is being shown.
You are more selfish than me. 4 Chinese snowball. Love you for that, even more
Good luck at your show, better, have loads of fun.
Garden & Be Well, XO T
contessa says
REALLY………..I thought those SOUTHERN GALS had STYLE!!!
YOU FOR SURE WE that FOLLOW YOU GET IT!
The two I planted last year are one gallon size……..it will take a few years BUT TOTALLY WORTH THE WAIT LOOKING AT YOUR POST TODAY!
Can you send me a photo or TEN of the new ESTATE………………..PRETTY PLEASE!
linda teplitz says
Hmm..that location looks so familiar!
contessa says
NO!!!!!!!!!
I almost mention what was in that long container and GOT NAILED ON IT!
Catherine Robinson says
How exciting, Elizabeth…have fun! I’ve been receiving your posts…glad you’ve sorted all your computer woes!! Looking forward to a follow up post on the show, please. xx
contessa says
PROMISE dear Catherine…….I will do so!
FIFI says
SO HAPPY TO HAVE FOUND YOU AGAIN! COMPUTERS CAN BE A REAL PAIN IN THE ASS!! BUT THEY HAVE BECOME A WAY OF LIFE (WITH ALL THE OTHER PAINS….)
ANYWAY, GLAD YOU ARE BACK ONLINE AND AS WITTY AS ALWAYS. MISS YA!! XOXOXO FIFI
OH! KEEP THAT SENSE OF HUMOR MY GODDESS/CONTESSA!!
contessa says
DID YOU SEE THIS…………YOU MUST!
https://thevintagecontessa.net/2015/02/25/the-vintage-contessa-net/
DaniBP says
I am a new subscriber and was delighted to see your post today, your spirit cheers me up over the interwebs! If I was anywhere near you I would go to your show xo
contessa says
WHERE ARE YOU?I would adore to meet you one day……….I noted you are FOLLOWING OUR ELEANOR!
DaniBP says
I love Eleanor! Love her! I live in Canada, near Toronto. I’m freezing and I wish I lived in California! Love your blog and your spirit xo
Susan says
So happy to have you back in my inbox! And just in time to see that you will be at Remnants of the Past! I will be aure to stop by and see all your treasures in person!
contessa says
WONDERFUL!!!
Miss Mary says
So happy the email post came through. Thank you for sticking with it until it could be figured out. I would not want to miss your posts!
Here is TN, the gardens are growing, and I am tickled to have my little dove here to enjoy the spring with me. She will be flying the coop soon enough.
Good luck with the sale- hope you come home with an EMPTY TRUCK! <3
contessa says
THAT SHOULD BE THE PLAN……..BUT somehow I doubt that will happen!I tend to BUY at these shows TOO!
Enjoy your little DOVE!!!
Theresa says
There YOU are!!!!
I am still REELING from your photo shoot with Italian Husband Found in spam box!
Glad all the robots are working properly to deliver your latest on a silver platter-albeit an electronic platter! Silver none the less!!!
best wished for a lover Lee weekend at the faire. Xoxo Theresa
contessa says
THANK YOU BARONESS!
YOU must get BACK TO YOUR REAL NAME!!!!!!!!!!
XX
Sandra Sallin says
I hear you loud and clear! So glad you’re in working order! Love your storage container!
contessa says
IT IS CUTE………can you visualize a cafe table and two chairs with an umbrella in the summer time!Perhaps, an urn with a tree for some GREEN STUFF!!!
I DREAM HE SAYS NO!!!!!!!!
XO
Deborah Montgomery says
I’m a new subscriber, so I guess I missed all the problems. Not sure how I found you, but love your blog!
contessa says
WELCOME!
SO, HAPPY YOU FOUND ME……….
Lindy says
AT LAST!!!! HAVE MISSED YOU!!!! SO GLAD YOU’RE BACK!!!!! XX
contessa says
HERE I AM!!!!
Anne says
Thought you had just disappeared, getting your posts again
contessa says
STILL HERE………….thanks for the heads up!
Anita Rivera says
Dear, dear CONTESSA!I GOT YOUR POST in my email! So all is good on this end! And I really wish I could visit your sale here! You are such a great blogging friend, and I would not want to lose you, so it looks as if your tweaks and repairs on your site have helped. Your wares look like fun and like you, I love all things vintage metal, tulle and anything that says FRENCH VINTAGE!
Wishing you a spectacular week my friend! ANita
contessa says
MERCI…………..MERCI!
I will check in with YOU next week!!!
AFTER I recover!
XX
Barbara Costa says
Glad that you are back! Looking forward to meeting you on Fri!
contessa says
FANTASTIC!!!
Dawn says
I was not receiving your posts but fortunately did receive this one.
contessa says
OKAY!
I am back and in people’s IN ~ BOXES!
Jennifer says
You’re back!! I’m so glad she found the problem and fixed it. Your storage container is quite glamorous. I do love the two tone color scheme! The treasures it holds are simply fabulous.
xoxo
contessa says
Millie Grazie……………XX
suzanna says
Hi Elizabeth! Your post came in fine on my end! Love your little storage room. I once wanted an old Airstream, like the Bambee version. I so wanted to paint it pink with a black and white stripped canapy coming out the side for another room to enjoy outside…! So cute…but….that is that……come to Cali. ~ would love to and to meet you! XOXO
contessa says
I live in CALIFORNIA!
Where are YOU??
kim says
Contessa, I got the email! Yay! Wish I could be at the show! SO many lovely things and I love that your husband got you this storage unit. Truly an act of love…Knowing all your treasures…And it’s pretty!
There has been much going on. Cleaning out my grandma’s place as she broke her leg last week and is going to assisted living. (We hope!) Talk about treasures.. Oh I have to save some things to show you..
xo Kim
contessa says
PLEASE DO……….and take GOOD care of GRANDMAMA!!!
Deborah Carter says
Dear Contessa, I have been missing your posts lately, but have read with pleasure,your comments on other people’s posts. Glad to see you back! You have a childlike sense of enthusiasm and the only thing vintage is your name and pleasure in objets with patina!
Hope you have a great time sharing your stuff and may you discover some new, exciting finds! Would love to come to the show and say hello, but its a bit far!
Cheers,
Deborah
contessa says
I shall give YOU a FULL REPORT!!!!!!!!!
cindy hattersley says
I am hoping to come!! If I can drag the relatives with me! Would love to meet you!!
contessa says
I SHALL BE THERE WITH FLOWERS ON!!!!!!!!!
I too would Love the opportunity to meet up!
Gaylin says
Contessa. I am so thrilled remants of the past is in my little town!!
I have two tickets(BFF) and we will come looking for you!
I adore your sense of joie de vie!??
contessa says
WONDERFUL……………..PLEASE FIND ME!!!!
Queen of trashy treasures says
What a sweet storage space filled with lovely things! So happy to be receiving your posts again. I can’t wait to see your space all set up…have a great show!
contessa says
THANK YOU!
MADAME TRASH………………lovely to see YOU here!!!!
XX
French Basketeer says
Good Morning! I do not see the notifications, and I wish I saw them because I have to remember to visit….but I will add you to my sidebar now so that I have another place to see you…I wish they had moved the Remnants show Closer instead of Farther away, but it’s an absolutely fantastic show and great fun….I’m with Anita, look out for early edition MKF books!! Wish I could come to the show, but looking forward to seeing all the pics of your gorgeous booth!! Good Selling!!! XXOO A
contessa says
The next show will be in SANTA BARBARA!Maybe you can skip up there?!!I do believe in the FALL but do not quote me YET!I just drove by MFK FISHER’s home the other weekend!The one in SONOMA……do you know she had CHANDELIERS IN HER GARDEN TOO?!!!!
French Basketeer says
Signing up again for new posts…may be this will do the trick?
contessa says
HOPE SO!
THANK YOU for putting me on your sideBAR!!!
Heather in Arles says
Just leaving an enormous CONGRATULATIONS on the website redo! It looks gorgeous!!! I love, love, love it and think it is really perfect for where you are at in your life right now – on a rocket straight to the top!
contessa says
YOU SILLY FUN girl……………..THANK YOU for your input!
I will not be on ANY rocket unless it’s a Jet plane to see YOU!
I like where I am and the garden needs me!
XO
contessa says
Per E:mail:
Hello Vintage Contessa! I read but don’t remark, generally, but am now getting your posts again for the first time in months! Yaaay!
Thanks and Hugs,
Jeanie
contessa says
THANK YOU for letting me know!
contessa says
Per E:mail:
Was wondering where you had gone but I have received the last two blogs!
contessa says
PERFECTO!
Loree says
I would absolutely love to visit the show. Alas, I am too far away so maybe you will share some pictures with us when you get back. I wasn’t getting the email notifications but dear old Google always saved the sites I visit most so all I have to do it click on the thumbnail.
contessa says
YES, LOREE you are in a faraway land of ancient history and magic!You are on my LIST to see and visit!
Sandra Sallin says
Have a fabulous show! Lucky people get to see you in person and drool over your treasures!
contessa says
Lucky Me to have you on automatic dial in my telly~phone!!!
Susie Craig says
So complicated and yet so vital to our lifestyle – a love hate relationship with a machine. I had tried sending an email but it bounced so send me one to my email and I’ll be in touch.
contessa says
Have done so and will be in touch SUSIE………….loved hearing from YOU!
Jody Brettkelly says
Wow weee – what a great new face to the blog – so swish and sophisticated. Gorgiss!
contessa says
Still working on it………..but SO happy YOU approve MRS. SUNSET MAGAZINE FUN HOUSE this month’s issue!!!GReat write up and Good photos of EVERYONE!!!!CONGRATULATIONS!
Sunday Taylor says
Good luck with the show. Can’t wait to see the photos. What treasures you have!
Jemma says
Visiting you from the great state of Texas and loving your style!
~ Just added you to my blog roll~ Beautiful website, just loving the inspiration!
Thanks for your ever so thoughtful visit too,
xo
Jemma