American Harvest

There is a store in Paducah, Kentucky called American Harvest Antiques.

On the way home from Chicago last Saturday, my sweet fellow made sure I got to see this gem of a shop.

Full of treasures from early days in New England,

it was hard to take it all in. 

Beautifully displayed, in charming vignettes, it was pure eye candy for a primitive lover. 

My time was limited. I could easily have spent many more hours...and lots more money.

Meet Lisha and Shirley...the proprietors. They graciously allowed me to take these photos and could not have been nicer.

They helped me pack up my choices and I am happy to say my goods look every bit as wonderful in their new home as I had hoped.

And here they are...

...a wooden compote in dry, black paint

...a table rug...

...a black slide box...

...another black slide box...

...a tiny leather book..

Wow...did I have a good time at American Harvest!

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Our grande finale in Chicago was an architectural tour down the river on Friday night.

Chicago is a beautiful city and I highly recommend seeing it at night, from the river.

Standing on the deck, turning back toward the city, it was surreal and haunting in the mist.

Adieu, Chicago...you are a beauty.

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I did manage to do a bit of sewing in the car. 

The first of the season, he is all hand sewn from early fabric. I finished him on the trip, but only got his clothing made yesterday. I am pleased.

We are glad to be back home, safe and sound.

Have a wonderful weekend! Stay safe.

Enjoy the day,

Robyn