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Lucketts 2014 Recap and Destiny

May 21, 2014 by Cassie 44 Comments

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Happy Wednesday!  I told you last week that I might need some time to recover from the weekend, and boy did I! Lucketts came in like a lion and went out like a lamb this year.  It was a crazy ride, but I had the best people to share it with.

Thursday morning we packed as much of the Sweet Clover barn into a 24 foot truck as possible and carted it to Lucketts, where we had rented an 800 square foot tent.  I won’t bore you with all of the details of that day, furniture hauling and hauling and hauling…. And then we had to prepare for what was going to be one of the worst rainfalls in a long time.  We wrapped our tent in as many tarps as we could, headed home in the late afternoon and we all crossed our fingers!

Friday morning, Sarah and I met at the barn to grab some of the last minute items we needed, and headed back to Lucketts to find out what the damage was and to stage.  We arrived and found our tent, tarps still mostly in tact, and were so relieved to find that everything was pretty much safe from damage!  Several Sweet Clover vendors were set up in separate tents at Lucketts as well, and some were not so lucky- a few of them ended up with broken tents, and one even had her tent fly away!  We cleaned up what water we needed to and got to work staging.  Before we left Friday, I took some pictures of our space, ready for business….

This green midcentury dresser found a new home Saturday with a couple who just found out they were expecting and will be using it in their nursery.

Sarah paired this dresser with blue and white ware, and I added the brass butterflies.  Love how it came together!

This bamboo dresser went home to a young woman who also bought Sarah’s bamboo dresser, bamboo etagere, and midcentury black dresser with gold legs.

Sarah recovered this gorgeous settee (which is still, shockingly, available at Sweet Clover!) and we paired it with this midcentury white coffee table I painted, also still available!

It was love at first sight for me when I saw this bamboo etagere Sarah painted.  

I paired it with vintage aqua glassware.

This bed bench from Catfish was one of the first pieces that sold!  We paired it with a black oval coffee table Sarah painted (still available!) and amber glass bottles, modern graphic art and pillows.

Sarah painted this sleek MCM black and gold dresser which found a new home.  Penelope George brought this trunk fresh from Brimfield!

The gold turtle shells and magnifying glass were found by me (I painted the shells gold).

We set the rustic handmade farm table with ironstone dishes and vintage blue goblets I found.  The farm table and dishes are still available!

A tutorial on this farm table will be coming, but I am happy to report it and the black and white chairs found new homes this weekend!

We paired the hand made reclaimed farm table with metal chairs Sarah found, and on the ends faux bois caned chairs from Penelope George.

We created a beachy dining area at using chairs by Sarah and a table by Penelope George.  The tables stacked on top are from The Glittered Barn.  Happily, the chairs went to a new home this weekend!

We also had gorgeous pieces from Two Craft Squirrels and Restyled Treasures, and you can check out more of what we had in our Lucketts preview album.

Saturday was GO TIME, and thankfully an absolutely gorgeous day!  I had so much fun, and saw so many familiar faces!  Special thanks to…..

Jenna and Vidya (picture stolen shamelessly from Vidya)…
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Kim (this girl is HYSTERICAL! and clearly I stole this photo from her as well; I had told her the arrow needed to point to my big zit, so the caption should read “Crazy big zit!”)…

It was so great to finally meet Stacey and Meg; and to see Shirley and Kim again!  And of course to see Marian!  And I loved seeing our former vendor, Sarah, who is in school to be an interior designer and is also planning her wedding!  And probably the best visitors I had all day Saturday were my mom and Emmy, who came with my friend Maureen, her mom, and her daughters.

So many smiling and familiar faces, but the one smiling and familiar face that gets me through so much and got me through all sorts of craziness this weekend is Sarah’s.  And this, my friends, is where destiny comes in.

Sarah picmonkeyed up this adorable picture of the two of us from Lucketts back in 2011, when I was a vendor, and Sarah was a shopper.

We had met once before at a local blogger meet up.  This photo was taken just a little over a month before we put our old house on the market…. at the time I had no idea that I would be moving, and no idea that shortly after I moved Sarah and I would begin working together.

Sarah and I make each other laugh, and we can easily complete each other’s sentences, and often say the same thing at the same time.  We have worked together now for 2 1/2 years and are proud that we can call ourselves drama free!  We can also call ourselves a lot of other things, but I will stop there.
Before the market this weekend, I gave Sarah a card just to let her know how grateful I am for her friendship… it’s not often that a business partnership becomes a best friendship.  I am truly blessed that she was a part of the plan that was made for me.  I can’t imagine my life without her in it, cracking sarcastic jokes, and making me laugh.
On Sunday, Sarah showed up to the tent with these swan planters I had been eyeing.  She simply said “I am not so good with words.”  And she didn’t need to say anything more!  I’ve already named my swans, Jersey and Yank, after us, of course (she hails from Jersey, and me from Massachusetts).  And they will constantly be a reminder of our relationship.

Of course, I did find myself a couple of other goodies- this bamboo shelf and mirror was a bargain at $32!  And I also bought this awesome Sale printing press piece for just $3!  I have a plan for both…

And guess what?  Monday, it was back to work staging the barn (after hauling it all back Sunday night!) to get ready for this weekend’s sale!  As you can see here, I was feeling a little loopy by Monday….

 I finally got some down time yesterday and was able to pull it together to tell you all about the crazy whirlwind weekend that was Lucketts!

I want to again thank all who came to see us, all of our amazing Sweet Clover vendors and my Sweet Clover partners (Celeste, Terri, and Sarah), my family and friends for their hard work and support, my neighbors for helping us with our kiddos, and my husband for leading the hauling and delivery teams both times with his amazing people management skills!  I end this post with a huge smile on my face, grateful for all that I have been given in life, and for a deer to kiss.
Cheers!

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  1. Renee says

    May 21, 2014 at 11:09 am

    Looks like some fun! Someday I’ll make it to Lucketts. Good job on all of your sales…pretty stuff. I was up in your neck of the woods this past weekend and headed that way again for my nephew’s graduation. Maybe some year we’ll see each other!

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  2. Julia Konya says

    May 21, 2014 at 11:17 am

    Hey you crazy cool blogger!!! 😉
    That green dresser will look awesome in a nursery!
    It looks like you guys really did have a blast.

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  3. Andrea says

    May 21, 2014 at 11:17 am

    Cassie, I would chalk this up to a huge success. Your booth looked awesome! Sarah is such a great girl and I can see why you are over the moon about having her as your partner and friend.

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  4. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    May 21, 2014 at 11:32 am

    Cassie, that sounds like an amazing weekend, doing what you love surrounded by like minded, creative, amazing people!! How invigorating and fun!

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  5. Cathy Wall says

    May 21, 2014 at 11:57 am

    Sounds like an amazing week-end Cassie! Your booth looks fantastic and you have surrounded yourself with good peeps, a recipe for success!

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  6. Jenny says

    May 21, 2014 at 12:03 pm

    Sounds like an amazing weekend! I so wish I lived closer and could experience Luckett’s firsthand – it looks amazing!

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  7. Beth of designPOST Interiors says

    May 21, 2014 at 12:04 pm

    I can’t believe there is one piece left. All of the stuff is so cool! I hope that couple sends you an “after” pic of the green dresser in the nursery- that would be awesome!

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  8. mwimp says

    May 21, 2014 at 12:19 pm

    oh I wish yall were closer!! I’ve been wanting a farmhouse table but haven’t been able to find one! looks like it was a great weekend! good luck this weekend!

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  9. Heather{Our Life In a Click} says

    May 21, 2014 at 12:26 pm

    Sooo many great things!! Wow! I love your Sarah/swan story. So sweet!

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  10. Kris @ Driven by Décor says

    May 21, 2014 at 12:28 pm

    You had some amazing, amazing things in your tent – so wish that Lucketts was in my neck of the woods! Glad that you did so well and that so many of your pieces found new homes!

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  11. Our Pinteresting Family says

    May 21, 2014 at 12:43 pm

    Looks like an amazing weekend minus the bad weather. Glad everything survived the storm. I love that settee that Sarah recovered.

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  12. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    May 21, 2014 at 12:59 pm

    It really is all about the special people in our lives! Glad you had a great weekend!

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  13. Rita Mireles says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:05 pm

    I could not wait for your weekend recap!! Everything looks beautiful and i will forever and always love you guys’s staging skills!! I love that I feel like a part of me was there when I look at these photos!! I’m so glad it all turned out well. You all SO DESERVE IT!

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  14. Tiffany @ {Living Savvy} says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    What a great weekend! I love how you staged your tent! Some great finds… and you know I am dying over all of your mid century pieces! Looks like a lot of hard work, but a lot of fun too!

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  15. circadee.com says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:38 pm

    Oh I was waiting for this recap. Everything looks so fabulous. Glad you had such a successful event…without rain!

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  16. Angela Santaniello says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:43 pm

    It sounds like a fantastic weekend. Extremely jealous of all the fab pieces you shared. One day I have to make it to Lucketts (& your barn!)

    Angela @ Number Fifty-Three

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  17. Twice Nice says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:45 pm

    Sounds like so much fun, except for the wild rain part! What a wonderful share about you and Sarah too.

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  18. Katja | Shift Ctrl Art says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:50 pm

    What a weekend! WOW! I am in awe of all your hard work. It looks like you had a blast even if it was a ton of work. Love your recap. Your passion shines through 🙂

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  19. Lindsay says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:58 pm

    This is so awesome! You are like a crazy legit blogger/artist 🙂 I want to be you when I grow up.

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  20. Amber Wills says

    May 21, 2014 at 2:02 pm

    Beside the rough start, you guys did a great job staging your pieces. I cannot believe that settee and coffee table didn’t sell!!

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  21. [email protected] of a craigslist junkie says

    May 21, 2014 at 2:30 pm

    Glad to hear it went so well — judging from the photos your booth looked fabulous!

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  22. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    May 21, 2014 at 3:33 pm

    Congratulations on your successful weekend! So happy for you and all your friends!

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  23. [email protected] says

    May 21, 2014 at 3:41 pm

    Looks like an awesome weekend! Bummed I couldn’t make it up, maybe next year.

    Also I can’t believe that settee hasn’t sold yet!

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  24. Keya @ Vintage Prairie Style says

    May 21, 2014 at 3:51 pm

    looks so amazing. Like a fun, exhausting weekend. I’ve been missing you my friend – life has been a bit wild here and I had to drop out of my online life – I spied that green dresser – can’t wait to get to the post and read all about it. It looks amazing. Oh and FYI – I have the same shirt as the one you were wearing in your “crazy cool blogger” pic – which of course you are and btw that shirt just confirms it;)

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  25. Sarah @ 702 Park Project says

    May 21, 2014 at 4:04 pm

    That white bamboo dresser gets me every time. So gorgeous!! 🙂

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  26. Between Blue and Yellow says

    May 21, 2014 at 4:58 pm

    So fun! Glad you had such a great time, your hair is so long, looks pretty!

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  27. Dana Frieling says

    May 21, 2014 at 6:29 pm

    I bet it’s very gratifying getting to meet your buyers and hear what they have planned for the pieces you worked so hard on! Girl, I’m tired for ya. Glad you had a good weekend.

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  28. Bethany DeVore says

    May 21, 2014 at 6:39 pm

    sounds like it was a great time! I knew that green dresser would sell quickly!

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  29. Allison says

    May 21, 2014 at 6:45 pm

    What a wonderful, fun and successful weekend you had! It all looked beautifully set up and such amazing pieces. I I am so happy for you Cassie. What a special friendship you and Sarah share. How cute the two of you are in that photo!

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  30. 17 Perth says

    May 21, 2014 at 8:52 pm

    So awesome Cassie! So crazy how things work out. Love it. And I need those metal chairs! Haha. Glad it all went well!

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  31. [email protected] says

    May 21, 2014 at 9:49 pm

    Great recap! I love the story about you and Sarah! So fun. Your booth looked great and so happy you didn’t lose your tent!

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  32. Kim says

    May 21, 2014 at 10:28 pm

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  33. sarah m. dorsey says

    May 21, 2014 at 10:28 pm

    sounds like an amazing time!! wish I could have made it!

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  34. Kim says

    May 21, 2014 at 10:28 pm

    Diggin’ the short hair pic! So happy to finally meet ya’ and I’m glad you guys had a successful show. What a blast and that zit matched the one on my chin so were are twins! gah, I hate hormones!

    Until next year….. You rock!
    [email protected]

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  35. Gretchen says

    May 21, 2014 at 11:42 pm

    I think I need a couple of days to recover just from reading about it! Sounds like quite a weekend…wish I could have come 🙂

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  36. Gwen says

    May 21, 2014 at 11:54 pm

    Wow! What a crazy weekend!!! I’m glad you didn’t get washed away.

    I hope those metal chairs found a home…they’re awesome.

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  37. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    May 22, 2014 at 1:32 am

    There is nothing better than a girl in a John Deer hat kissing a deer. Well, your recap of the fun and festivities, that was pretty great, too!!

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  38. [email protected] Chronicles of Home says

    May 22, 2014 at 2:24 am

    Looks like it was such a success for you guys! Glad the green dresser found a good home – I love thinking of a sweet babe appreciating the vidid color 🙂 And I can’t believe that black settee is still hanging around – I love it!

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  39. Whats Ur Home Story says

    May 22, 2014 at 12:13 pm

    It was great meeting you and Sarah again! Lucketts is so fun!

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    May 22, 2014 at 1:02 pm

    I’m so glad you had a successful and fabulous weekend! You talents amaze me.

    That’s enough gushy stuff for the morning.

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    May 29, 2014 at 1:32 pm

    You ARE a crazy cool blogger. And your booth looked amazing .Wow! I could have done some damage.

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    June 3, 2014 at 8:56 pm

    love love love love love that crazy cool green dresser!

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