Weekly Six: 11.12

Before we open our doors for the week, check out our top six vintage picks. We constantly update our inventory, and we want to keep you in the loop of the new things coming in! So, without further adieu, we bring you:

1: Swap your summer shorts for some wooly winter ones and get ready for sunny holidays. We don't trudge through snow around San Luis Obispo, but it doesn't mean we still can't get into the spirit of things!

2: One boot, two boot, red boot, brown boot. We stocked up on our favorite fall essential: knee highs, booties, riders, flats, heels, straps and stitched! Ruby Rose is a firm believer that no closet can have too many boots!

3: Ole! This wall hanging is lightweight-- despite the bull--and full of character. You'll notice our bent towards matadors walking through the store--a glass set, an oil painting, and now this beauty--anyone else share our love??

4: We've had room decor on the brain these days. And what warms up a room and brings the cozy right in? A pelt of course! And we have a basket full of these littles--a cold desk chair warmer, table top decor, a petite welcome mat for weary travelers...how would you use your pelt?

5: Who stole the cookies from the cookie jar? Who me? Keep fresh baked cookies stocked for all your incoming holiday guests and friends in this ceramic squirrel cookie jar. It also doubles as roasted chestnut storage in winter!

6: A place for work, and then a place to shut it all up on vacation days. This secretary desk folds up during tidying and unfolds again when it's time to spread out and get to working!

Junking Trail: Pop Up Vendors

Tomorrow is the day we've all been waiting for: the Holiday Junking Trail is upon us! Before you get in your car to go, check out these amazing local Pop Up Vendors. Get that holiday shopping done early, and find something to bring back to your home. See you all tomorrow, 10-4p!

LULAROE SLO @ Olalabella

Meghan, owner of LuLaRoe is premiering her new Fall line: full of  leggings, kimonos, maxi skirts and more! Be sure to check out her qualify, affordable, comfortable, trendy clothing made in California at her pop up boutique.

PENNY & THE HAWK @ Olalabella

 

Local Lauren Christensen, Lo, will be featuring items from a few of her lines: little girls' turban style head wraps, dress up/birthday crowns, headbands, clips made from new and vintage remnants from her bridal accessory line Lo Boheme--as well as her line of Liberty of London adult ties and kids bow ties. This shop will definitely have plenty of prints perfect for the season and holiday photos/gift giving!

GLITTERFARM @ Anthology

Glitterfarm owner, Jenny, sells junk found and painted, and junk made. She specialize in vintage signs and organic paint--a great buy to help spruce up your items collected on the Trail!

WILD POPPY GOODS @ Ruby Rose

Taylor Kitto has been a long time Ruby Crew member and popped up at our store in the past--we are so excited to have her again! She'll be selling vintage women's clothing, handmade jewelry and vintage menswear, you won't want to miss her style.

ODIN BOIS WOOD CO @ Ruby Rose

A collaboration between wood maker Philip Wahl and designer/stylist Taylor Kitto, they believe in recycling and regenerating old items and giving them a new life. All their creations are made entirely of locally salvaged, sustainably sourced, chemical free wood that range in age, origin, and type. Stop by and get a cutting board or wooden--they make great gifts!

ORANGE BLOSSOM CREATIVE @ Brooks Woodcraft

Kristi is a amazing field to vase florist. She'll be selling flowers in reclaimed vessels, flower bouquets, and cards. Pull into Brook's and get a great Fall bouquet!

ELLADOCE @ Village Vintage

Selling Bohemian and vintage jewelry and necklaces, Taryn is returning to the Trail bringing great jewelry for gifting and for getting.

RETROSLO @ DW's ReEntry ReBorn

Our fellow junker and a lover of all things vintage at a great price, owner Jennifer will be pulling up in custom painted trailer selling hats, purses, jackets, dresses, coats, sweaters and others. Let her share her passion for clothes and textiles with you, priced for only $5-10 today and tomorrow!

For more information, check out thejunkingtrail.com!

Pimp My Ride: Utility Van

“Everything I learned I learned from the movies.”

―Audrey Hepburn

There is a certain ceremony in movie watching--a mix of excitement, nostalgia, cozy, community--and popcorn. And each movie watching scenario carries with it it's own protocol: whether it be in a living room, a theatre or a drive-in. For this Pimp My Ride edition, we decided to make our own drive-in movie theatre--in our own backyard!

Take any reason to make an event out of the simplest of pleasures. Pack some comfortable chairs, warm blankets, heaps of buttery popcorn, cocoa with mallows, and a projector with screen into your van and buckle your seatbelt. Pick a locale with a lot of atmosphere and stillness. Unpack, and press play.

“A good movie can take you out of your dull funk and the hopelessness that so often goes with slipping into a theatre; a good movie can make you feel alive again, in contact, not just lost in another city. Good movies make you care, make you believe in possibilities again.”

―Pauline Kael

Junking Trail: New Stops & Old Faithfuls

The Holiday Junking Trail is this Saturday! In addition to the Early Birds, there's a few of us who have been on the Trail since its inception, the Old Faithfuls. Others are joining us for the first time, help us welcome these great New Stops:

New Stops
OLALABELLA

611 8th St, Paso Robles, CA 93446

Our northernmost stop, this shop is a tale of two sisters on an adventure: one beautifying hair and one peddling vintage wares. The new stop is all things vintage, handmade, foraged, and found--with a particular weakness for Mid-Century Modern, 50's kitsch, and industrial finds. Spearhead Coffee will be providing their brew and LuLaRoe will be showcasing her new Fall clothing line!

THE RUSTY NICKEL & MARTINES RANCH: 483 O'Connor Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

This five acre ranch was named The Nickel by owners George and Ann Martines' children years ago. Since they have a lot of inventory stored here from their businesses--The Antique Center and American Country Antiques--they decided to open The Rusty Nickel.  

The barn is stock full of antique and vintage furniture, old bottles, tools, remnants for refurbishing and everything collectible.

Please join George and Ann Saturday for their first Junking Trail!

Old Faithfuls
RUBY ROSE

1235 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

We are working hard readying our store for the holidays and scouring for loads of new goods for you junk trailers! With Wild Poppy Goods and Odin Bois Wood Co. popping up here and some cookies to keep you from dropping, we can't wait to see you Saturday!

BROOK'S WOODCRAFT

2087 Santa Barbara St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

For almost 50 years, Brook's has been a local favorite for quality unfinished furniture. They expanded and now offer a unique and varied selection of used furniture, antiques, collectibles and oddities of every kind. It's always a good time here, and even better with Orange Blossom Creative selling floral arrangements in reclaimed vessels for the Trail!

VILLAGE VINTAGE

101 A West Branch, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Located in the village of Arroyo Grande, owner Ely houses all kinds of unique finds from trendy retro to antique. Find clothes and accessories, repurposed lighting and home décor, all at reasonable prices for starting your collection. Popping up on Saturday, too, is EllaDoce--selling bohemian and vintage jewelry!

For more information and maps, go to thejunkingtrail.com

Junking Trail: Along the Trail

In addition to trekkin' your way through vintage stops throughout San Luis Obispo County, we have some shops joining us Along the Trail--offering all sorts of events and items to bolster your journey. From terrarium making to book signings to a good meal and caffeine kick, see what these stores have to offer next Saturday, November 8th:

HAPPY GO SMILE

36 N Ocean Ave, Cayucos, CA 93430

Owner Barbara brings her overflowing personality to her Cayucos store: it's a place to eat cupcakes, attend painting classes, shop, and leave with a smile! In addition to the store, Susan Branch will be there from 10-12p Saturday for a book signing. We've collaborated with Susan in the past--she's always been a true junker and a natural fit for the Trail!
 
THE MERCANTILE, FEATURING CATTANEO BROS.

950 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Informally San Luis Obispo's general store, owner Katelyn features local products and artisans in her new downtown store. Varying from specialty and gourmet foods to jewelry, home decor and custom gift packs, the Mercantile is an essential Holiday gift stop. Bring old containers and/or vintage gifts to make your own gift baskets bulked with local goods!

HUCKLEBERRY MARKET

1335 Walker St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

We are so happy to see our old location on Walker Street looking better than ever under the care of owners Carla and Karen. They have created a part florist, part gift shop, part art residency in Huckleberry Market, offering incredible workshops throughout the year. For the Trail on November 8th, they will have a spot to make your own terrariums! Collect vintage littles from your trek to add to these living creations!

SALLY LOO'S WHOLESOME CAFE

1804 Osos St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

We've been in cahoots with the Manueles since they opened Sally Loo's five years ago. The cafe is full of deliciousness--local, organic, and seasonal fare. Not mention their great coffee from Four Barrel roasters. This is the spot to get fueled (or re-fueled) to keep you junking all Saturday!

The Weekly Six: 10.29

For our top six vintage picks this week, we are showcasing our furniture that often gets hidden by other pieces. We constantly update our inventory, and we want to keep you in the loop of the new things coming in! So, without further adieu, we bring you:

1: A linen closet, a dresser, a shoe rack, record shelving...whatever you need to store, this white 5-shelved wonder has your back. And it's thin enough to squeeze in just about any space!

2: Do you have too many socks and never enough space in your closet? Well head to the sock store because this set of drawers has you covered with drawers to spare!

3: This metal wood desk stays sturdy so you can keep working. With handy shelving and file space below, you can keep your desktop as clear as your mind!

4: Old wood makes for a rustic tabletop, and metal legs with loads of detail hold it all together in this piece. A truly unique, eye catching piece for any space in the house.

5: Scotch, anyone? Perchance a glass of wine? Bring the drinks to them with this wheeled liquor cart--this furniture piece puts the happy in happy hour! (Booze not included)

6: Sometimes you just need a little more surface space, sometimes you don't. Sometimes you need to rearrange your furniture, sometimes you don't. Locking legs and folding tops makes this side table a must have!

Junking Trail: The Early Birds

Among some of the changes to this season's Junking Trail is the condensing down from two days into one. But we know you'll be chomping at the bit to get trekkin', so some of the Shop Stops are offering Early Bird times for you to set out hours (or a day) ahead of the official Trail (Sat 10-4p)! Take a look at these stops who are just as excited as you to get junking:

ANTHOLOGY: open FRIDAY (Nov 7) 11-5p

74 S Main Street, Templeton, CA 93465

Connie (owner) founded Ambiance in San Luis Obispo years ago and hasn't quite got the entrepreneurial bug out of her system yet. Nestled up in Templeton, her new shop, Anthology, is in a converted house full of her vintage finds, new clothing and accessories. It's melange inspired by Anthropologie, European, and flea market styling. Glitterfarm is also popping up here for the Trail! If you have yet to stop in, make it your first trek on Friday!

VILLA ROSSA ANTIQUES: Open SATURDAY (Nov 8) @ 9a

815 Printz Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

This little barn shop only opens their doors a few times a year, and we are lucky the Junking Trail is one of them! You will not want to miss this stop: not only will Marilyn (owner) be selling amazing vintage and rustic home goods, but it comes complete with a full experience--goats, horses and chickens on five acres in South County!

GREEN VASE: Open FRIDAY (Nov 7) 10-4p

200 Nelson Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Connie (owner) has been a staple in the Arroyo Grande Village for fifteen years, and the building even longer. Built in 1886, her eclectic store houses old furniture both repurposed and original, her handmade linen pillows and loads of other items from vintage to antique. Green Vase is a true step into the past, and worth the early stop in!

DW's REENTRY REBORN: Open FRIDAY (Nov 7) 9-4p

472 Aloma Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Birthed from the imagination of its founder and long time junker, Deanna Webster, this converted rock climbing gym is now home to unique, vintage collectibles. Only open for the Junking Trails (or by appointment), this stop is truly one-of-a-kind--stocked and curated especially for the trekkers. RetroSLO will also be popping her hand painted trailer up here, so don't miss your chance to get a first look on Friday at DW's ReEntry ReBorn!