Brimfield Memories!
- Lori Siegel
- Jul 20, 2021
- 2 min read
This is my first time attending the Brimfield Antique and Collectible Show, and I am accompanied by my cousins who are familiar with the event. There is no greater joy than exploring it with these amazing ladies! "Cousin Love" all the way!!
We have arrived! The wagons are set up, we have our map (which is a little overwhelming), and we are ready to go!
There was wrought iron everywhere! I would have loved to purchase one of the archways and a couple of trellises for my garden. Alas, no room in my car. I did, however, buy two cloches. They will be perfect in the garden or in large urns as a topper.
There were plenty of collectibles to choose from. Here are just a few Jadeite (green dishware), a German cannister set and some old fashion glassware, bowls and vases.
I could have spent all day in these shops. Painted furniture, French décor, unique items, pillows and more. This was right in my wheelhouse!
There were also some random things that made me laugh, like the Mancave Mannequin and the doll that reminded me of “Chucky”.
Some of the vendors were selling live plants. I loved the rosemary topiaries, but a five-hour car ride smelling rosemary would not work for me.
These original pieces of artwork were from the Easton Antique Emporium. These wood sculptures were made from vines shaped into these forms. Wow!
Memory Hole Vintage takes all their merchandise on the same bus they travel from show-to-show in. Drive in, drive out, no set-up or break down. What a brilliant idea!
The effort put into setting up this vendor spot was truly impressive. It featured stone garden figures, wrought iron pieces, fountains, arches, and more. To illustrate the heaviness of the items, consider the small rabbit on the bench in the lower middle picture. When I attempted to lift it, I needed both hands as it likely weighed around thirty pounds. When I inquired about the setup time, the vendor said it took two and a half days!
This is just a taste of what was at Brimfield this year. We were lucky enough not to be rained on while we were there, but the weather was extremely hot. We were uncomfortable, but pushed through and saw as much as we could in the time frame we had. I think to truly see everything you need to be there a couple of days. That way you can take a more leisurely pace and see it all.
I hope I gave you a sense of what it was like and peaked your interest. Maybe it is something you would want to go to next year if you get the chance. It is worth it!
After the show my cousins and I went to “The Duck” restaurant in Sturbridge Ma. It was a perfect ending to a wonderful day with my cousins!
Going to Brimfield got me excited about The Purple Painted Lady Festival! I m in the Festival and hope you will come and se me!
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