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Are you ready to go Junking?!

November 19th, 2019 | Posted by leahfaulkner in Vintage Market - (4 Comments)

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The weekend is almost here, so I thought it would be a good time to give you some tips for Junking at The Olde Farmhouse.

1.  Gather your family & friends, it’s always fun to shop with someone!

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2.  Bring re-usable shopping bags.  The Olde Farmhouse is all about re-using & re-cycling!  If you purchase something big and bulky, most vendors are able to keep your purchases at their booth until you are done shopping.  When I go junking, I like to snap pictures of the items I have bought and are leaving at a booth, so at the end of the day I can refresh my mind!  Scroll through your pictures and make sure you have picked up everything.

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3.  Bring cash.  Most vendors are cash sales only.  Some do accept credit cards and there will be ATMs on site, just in case!  Admission fee is $7 for one day or $9 for two and children 12 and under are free.

4.  Day 2 junking is as great as the first!  Vendors usually restock and spotting that hidden treasure often happens on the second day!  You can buy your 2 day junking pass for $9.

5.  Bring a measuring tape & make notes of sizes and spaces at home that you are trying to find items for.  You can never be too prepared!

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6.  The first 15 people in line on Saturday and 15 on Sunday get a special little gift from me!  A little reward for being so eager to get inside!!

7.  The market gets quite busy, so if you are bringing your little one along with you it may be a good idea to leave the strollers at home.  Strap that little munchkin to you and leave your hands free for grabbing those treasures!!  Sunday is typically the quieter day to shop, so if you prefer a less busy market experience that may be the day for you.

8.  If you have loaded up on treasures that are heavy, you can drive your vehicle closer and load it up at the large item pick up.  There are two pickup locations, the North end and the East side of the building.  Check your market map for the location.market shoppers

9.  All this junking can make you hungry!  Tradex has their cafe services on site for you, to keep you fed and hydrated!  If you decide you want to take a break off site and then come back to the market, just get your hand stamped on the way out.  The hand stamp also works for making those many trips to the car to unload your finds!

I hope these tips have helped you get prepared for this fun weekend!!  On behalf of all the vendors, thank you so much for coming out to the market and supporting our small businesses.

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I can’t wait to see you!!

xo Leah xo

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The Olde Farmhouse Vendor List & Market Map November 2019

November 19th, 2019 | Posted by leahfaulkner in Uncategorized - (1 Comments)

 

 

It’s going to be another great weekend of Junking at The Olde Farmhouse!  These vendors are amazing and their booths will be stocked and ready for you on November 23 and 24th, 2019.  Print off your map and start planning your shopping route…you will want to make sure to give yourself enough time to visit everyone.  Grab a friend or some family and make a day of it…or enjoy the 2 day pass and make a weekend of it!  Vendors restock for day 2, so there are plenty of treasures to go around.  We hope you enjoy the market! Happy Junking and thanks for supporting all these fantastic small businesses.TOF_Tradex_FloorplanXmas2019FRONT_WEB-01

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The Olde Farmhouse “Home for the Holidays”

October 3rd, 2019 | Posted by leahfaulkner in Uncategorized - (0 Comments)

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Save the date!  November 23 and 24, 2019 is going to be another great weekend of treasure hunting!  Join us at the Tradex in Abbotsford, BC for 2 days of junking.  Over 140 vendors with all things vintage, upcycled, repurosed, refinished and handmade.  Farmhouse furniture, antiques and collectibles will be in abundance, so grab a friend and spend the weekend finding the perfect treasures to get you and your home ready for the holiday season!

Saturday, November 23 from 9am-4pm

Sunday, November 24 from 10am-4pm

Admission:  $7 for one day, $9 for both days, children 12 and under are free.  Tradex parking is $7/day.

We hope to see you there!

Leah

xoxo

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The Olde Farmhouse in the Spring

January 27th, 2019 | Posted by leahfaulkner in Uncategorized - (2 Comments)

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Spring Applications Are Now Open!

December 3rd, 2018 | Posted by leahfaulkner in Uncategorized - (2 Comments)

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The Olde Farmhouse Vintage Market applications for the spring event are now open!!

The market will take place on April 6&7th, 2019 and applications to be a vendor are now being accepted.  Please submit your application between December 3 and 21st,  2018.  All applicants will be notified by January 11, 2019.

You can submit an online application through my blog, or send an email to contact@theoldefarmhouse.ca .

Please include your business name, contact information, what kinds of items you would like to sell, booth set up ideas and some pictures of your work.  No need to worry if you haven’t been a vendor in a market before…I love to hear from newbies!  The market is a juried event, so when applying, be sure to include details that would help you stand out from others in your category.

I look forward to hearing from you!!

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