A new idea

A variety fo silverplate flatware has donned my table for at least twelve years--maybe longer. I love the look, I love the feel--I also love it as jewelry, but that's another blog! We use ours all of the time. The kids don't even gripe about having to handwash it . . . anymore.

Ever since I opened Hodgepodge I've offered vintage silverplate flatware in an open stock manner. As of tomorrow, however, you'll find place settings of salad fork, dinner fork, knife, tea and soup spoons, neatly tied-up and ready for you to take home.
I even--GASP--polished them! Each place setting will come with the flatware mentioned, in a variety of patterns. You'll the love the look of these beautiful pieces on your table. I encourage you to use them often--they're meant to be handled.
Here are the pictures of the sets as I worked to arrange them.

This is how you'll find it at the shop and online.




The best part for you, the consumer, is the decision is made--the mix is chosen! All you need to do is plunk down the altogether-too-reasonable price of $19.95 and tell me how many you need!

Thanks for your indulgence!

Where "Clarksville" Women Create

I love it when we get-together to create!

Here are pictures from our most recent "How Do They Do That?" class,

led by my creative sister, Kendall.

Each of these nichos were creative, personal expressions for our participants.

They were all wonderful--unfortunately, my pictures were not.

Please consider joining us for future "How Do They Do That?" events, next one is August 25th--especially the Grandmama of all events . . .

Spectacular, Spectacular!

October 23 & 24

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Thanks for your indulgence.

The New Look of Hodgepodge

Complete with a slide show . . . I hope. I hope. I hope.

Let's see.

Should be there to the left . . .

(if you receive this via email--you'll have to connect to my blog to see the slide show)

Thanks for your indulgence!

She'll be upset I'm making a Big Deal about this . . .

but I can't believe Rebecca Sower came to see us today! It was like a surprise visit from royalty or something! Not only did she come to see us--to check-us-out, but she actually identified herself . . . made herself known. She could have slipped in and out quietly, without letting us know she had been there, but she introduced herself.; AND, she stayed to talk. What a wonderfully modest and gracious lady!
We found her in our one of our obsession magazines . . . basically anything published by Stampington & Compay. About a week ago, Kendall and I worked-up enough nerve to ask her if she would consider participating in "Spectacular, Spectacular." A day later she responded with the comment to the effect of she'd like to hear more; we've been planning our reply ever-since! I was trying to come-up with the right thing to say--something to convince her that we're a legitimate operation so she'd agree to come teach a class. Then, there she is.
She'll be upset that I'm writing this--she's so unassuming. But we're thrilled that she even sat down with us and shared her thoughts.
So, here's the unofficial supposition . . . Rebecca Sower, is considering joining us for Spectacular, Spectacular, as a teacher and, hopefully, vendor for the event. (I hope that wasn't too forward!)
We'll keep you posted, naturally. Heck, all she had to do is drop-in to the shop and I'm downright giddy!
Okay, enough already! The event will be wonderful, but it will be more wonderfuller (yup--I said it) with Rebecca. Cross your fingers and subscribe to this blog so you'll be among the first to know! I'm feeling so good, I'm going to extend an invitation to another notable crafter extraordinaire . . . wish me luck!

Have you saved the dates? Oct 23 & 24. Do it!

Thanks for your indulgence!

Paige

Custom Furniture for the rest of us

Some cool new pieces at prices you won't believe!

Below is a picture of our custom-made harvest table ($350)--it's 6 feet long and just under 3 feet wide. This one is stained, but you can have yours painted.

New sideboard ($350) and bookcase ($225). Add another bookcase on the left and you have a wonderful, custom-made entertainment center for those fancy schmancy plasma screen televisions. The sideboard is deep enough for your stereo components and the louvered sides allow air to circulate. These pieces have to be painted because they're constructed from salvaged shutters. This bookcase has set shelves, but we can make it with adjustable shelves (slightly increasing the price).

This is the sideboard with the door open--you can see the louvered sides. This is black with a distressed finish.

This is one of our favorites: our Window Cabinet. Made using a recycled window, these cabinets are so versatile it's crazy. Use is for your Grandmother's china, your collectibles, your books, your________ (fill in the blank). This all-purpose beauty is only $250! Again, pick your color.

This is one of our signature pieces--our Kitchen Island ($550). You can see this one up-close-and-personal at Historic Downtown Clarksville's newest addition Ingredients--for the gourmet in you; a fabulous new kitchen shop.

Bonus piece: My very own vintage full-sized bed, recycled into a bench. This isn't a new idea, but I did do one thing a little different. I had my talented craftsman keep the foot board turned side rails at exactly at half-size (most of the time they're cut-down to make the finished product a more traditional bench size). It conveniently fits a crib size mattress and still has room for lots of pillows for comfort. I'll show you the finished product when I get the cushions and pillows. I'm just so happy with I had to show you!So, there you have it. Custom-made furniture at crazy affordable prices! Call or email me for more details or to place your orders. Place and order for your custom piece before August 7th and receive a Paddywax soy wax candle as your gift from me!

Thanks for your indulgence!

The Date . . . She Must Be Saved!

Grab your calendar and mark-it-up, circle it with glue and add glitter, because October 23 & 24

you and your friends will be at:

This is a crafting and vendor event, the likes of which Clarksville, Tennessee, has never seen! There will be vendors selling their wares and inspiring artisans sharing their talents.

Friday night will find you at the Spectacular, Spectacular Soiree. Here you will enjoy refreshments, music, first-glimpse shopping, door prizes and more! There will be an admission charged for this event and ticket sales will be limited, so stay tuned for the announcement of when the Soiree tickets will be available. Those attending the Spectacular, Spectacular Soiree will be afforded discounted registration for the workshops available on Day 2 of Spectacular, Spectacular.

Saturday will be brimming with workshops and shopping opportunities. Again--more details to follow! I'm sure I don't need to tell you how perfect the timing is for Christmas gift preparation. You'll learn the skills you can use at home. Win, Win!

Just make sure you're not planning anything else for these two special days!

Thanks for your indulgence!

The kids are home. Hurrah! We caught-up on the hour ride back from the airport and they're already upstairs reclaiming their space. I really missed them and not just because they do most of my housekeeping.

Right before I left to go get them, I snapped a few quick photos of some of the most recent merchandise to arrive at Hodgepodge.

New clutch from recycled soda can tabs. It's hand woven and stylish.

Recycled tin on wood letters wit hooks.

Recycled tin flower hooks. Great in the kitchen holding your hand towels or aprons.

Some great new baskets--one a tote, the other a storage basket--both handmade from using grasses and leather.

These are just a few of the great new items we're checking-in almost daily. Come see us at Hodgepodge to get something special for you or a friend. If you're not in the area--give me a call, we'll get them shipped out to you before you can say Priority Mail!

Thanks for your indulgence!

Paige