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It’s that time of year again!  The Olde Farmhouse Vintage Market is happening November 12 & 13th at the Tradex in Abbotsford, BC.  There will be 125 vendors with some amazing treasures!  It is the perfect opportunity to do a one stop shop for that perfect, one of a kind find.   Come and spend the weekend with this group of talented vendors…you are sure to find something special for you, your home or for someone on your Christmas shopping list!


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For more information you can always visit the Facebook Event page.

 https://www.facebook.com/events/662186700602788/

I will also be posting more information here, so make sure you keep checking back!  In the mean time, start browsing through the vendor links along the right hand side of the page.  You can start your wish list early!

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Thank You!

June 21st, 2016 | Posted by leahfaulkner in Uncategorized | Vintage Market - (0 Comments)

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Wow! What a wonderful weekend at the Let’s Go Junking at The Olde Farmhouse! If you had a chance to stop by, you know just what I am talking about. The vendors spent countless hours preparing for this market and the end result was spectacular. Thank you to each of the farmhouse family vendors for creating an amazing shopping experience for our customers. You out did yourselves!
I would also like to extend a big thank you to all the customers who came to shop local. It is so much fun watching you find that perfect treasure, reliving memories, hanging out with family and friends…the whole weekend had a feeling of happiness and that has always been my goal with this market. Bringing people together for a weekend of fun. :)


I could never do this market without the support of my amazing family. My husband Tom and my children Spencer and Allison turn family holidays into junking trips and never seem to mind! The couple of weeks leading up to the market, they always do whatever they can to help out and deal with the craziness that consumes our house. I feel so lucky to have them by my side and appreciate all that they do to help make the weekend go by so flawlessly. I am one lucky wife and momma!!


Nothing can make a girl feel more special than to be surrounded by people she loves. This feeling overwhelms me at every market. Thank you never feels like enough, but it is a start! Barb, Dawn, Deanna, Jen, Dana, Glenn, Marcie, Hayley, Eileen, Melissa, Brad, Sheron, Robert, Leslie, Larry, Bertie, Sue and Leslie you guys are rock stars! You help the weekend unfold without a hitch and your smiles and help go a long way!


To my beautiful sister Tanya and niece Samantha, thanks for making the drive from Alberta to be with us. The market wouldn’t be the same without you there Tan, and I love that we have the joy of junking to share together! Life is short and being able to take these opportunities to keep creating memories together is what it’s all about!


Mom and Dad…thank you for being who you are. You support me unconditionally and always jump at the chance to help. You have been my role models all my life and I hope you know how grateful I am to have you as my parents.
So as another market wraps up there is only one thing left to do…start Junking for the next one!!! See you all November 12 and 13th for The Olde Farmhouse at Christmas!

Leah xo

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Let’s Go Junking at The Olde Farmhouse is only a few days away!  I thought this would be a good time to fill you in on some market details and to give you some junking tips.

This is our second market at The Tradex in Abbotsford and this time another show ( Rigs & Rides http://www.rigsandrides.ca/) will be happening at the same time  (A perfect show for the man in your life).  The entrance to The Olde Farmhouse will be at the North end of Tradex.  Rigs and Rides will be using the doors on the West side.  Just watch for the signs or ask one of the traffic directors if you need help.  We will be in Hall B, the back half of the building.  You will be able to access the other show from the concession area if you would like to take in both events.  They will have an admission set up so you won’t have to go around the outside of the building.  Just make sure to get your hand stamped when you cross over to the other show…that way you can come back to The Olde Farmhouse!

Here is a little sneak peak at the market map and vendor list (click on the map to enlarge).  You can grab your copy at the door when you come in!

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Ok!  Here we go…..

This may be your very first market or perhaps you are a market hopper…either way you need to be prepared for a fun day of JUNKING!!!

1.  Load up your family and friends!!  There is something for everyone at the market…and it’s always fun to shop with someone!!

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2. Bring a large enough vehicle so you don’t have to leave a treasure or friend behind!!

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3.  Re-usable shopping bags!  You can always make a few trips to the car as well :)  We will also have large furniture pick up available at the back doors (the east side of the building).  Just speak to the Olde Farmhouse helper who is stamping hands on the way out and they can help you find it :)

4.  If you are bringing a little one along this is a great time to strap them to you!  You will want to leave those strollers behind, as the market gets VERY busy and it makes it hard to move a stroller through the aisles and booths.  Take a look at the crowds at the November market!

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5.  CASH!!  Most vendors are cash sales only.  However, some vendors are now able to accept a credit card.  There will be ATM’s on site just in case!  Another little tip…if you have the correct change ($5 or $8) ready at the admission, it helps make the line go quicker 😉

6.  Day 2 of junking is as great as the first!  Don’t hesitate to come back on the second day…vendors restock and sometimes a second (third, fourth, fifth, lol) walk around is what you need to find that hidden treasure!  You can buy your two day Junking pass for $8!

7.  HAVE FUN AND ENJOY THE HUNT!!  You never know what’s going to catch your eye…but if you see something you love…don’t hesitate!  I have had some wonderful treasures scooped up right before my eyes!  lol

8.  Bring a measuring tape and make some notes of sizes/spaces at home that you are trying to find items for.  Sometimes I get so excited looking at everything that I forget what I was originally looking for!  Yep, junking can be overwhelming and exciting!  I usually have a “wish list” on my phone, wall or cabinet space measurements, etc.  You can never be too prepared!

9.  The first 50 people in line on Saturday get a grab bag with some goodies!  A little motivation to grab your coffee and get there early!!

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I hope you have an amazing time this weekend at The Olde Farmhouse!  Thanks for shopping local and for joining us in the joy of Junking!! We look forward to seeing you!!

Leah xo

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Come Junk with us!!  On June 4 & 5th, 2016 The Olde Farmhouse Vintage Market will be back at The Tradex in Abbotsford, BC.  With over 120 vendors, you will be sure to find that perfect treasure for you or your home!  Come out and support these local vendors and find some unique, one of kind items!

We hope to see you there!

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What a Weekend!

November 22nd, 2015 | Posted by leahfaulkner in Announcement | Vintage Market - (0 Comments)

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The Olde Farmhouse at Christmas was an amazing weekend for junking, hanging out with friends and getting a start on holiday decorating and shopping.   Thank you to all the energized and enthusiastic shoppers that spent Saturday and Sunday supporting the 95 local small businesses…you cleaned the vendors out of stock!  We all appreciate you coming to the market, your support and your patience when the line ups were long!

(I will be sharing pictures of the market as soon as I receive them from our photographer!)

We would love to see you at The Olde Farmhouse in the Spring!!  The next market will take place on June 4th & 5th, 2016.  That seems like so far away, but time flies these days!  All the wonderful vendors need the next few months to start gathering, creating and junking so they can continue to bring you amazing, one of a kind treasures!

The market will once again be at The Tradex in Abbotsford, and this time we will have even more space for junking!  The crowds at The Olde Farmhouse at Christmas proved to be busy…so we will be expanding our space!!  That means larger aisles, bigger booths and more room to move.

As the market gets closer, more details will be posted.  For now, I just wanted to be able to share the date with you.  I know many of you like to mark it on the calendar!!

We hope to see you on June 4 & 5th…it will be a great weekend for junking!!!

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