March News

We have a few bits of news to share with you all from the halls and booths of YesterNook.

First off, a couple of vendors are expanding their spaces!  That means that they'll be bringing more of the great items that you have grown to love and appreciate.  They can do this in part because of the love and support that you have shown for their booths, so pat yourself on the back for a job well done!

In Mayme's Ballroom, Carmine and Larry (Booth 511) now have spaces on both sides of the aisle.  Their original booth is right next to the Tiny Bookshop, and the new one is right across from it.  With this new space, they now have room to showcase some furniture and larger items.

Then there's Beth (Booth 524). She's in the room called Claude, which is at the end of the hall on the left.  She has gone from half the room to the whole room!  Look for the added space to give her room to bring in many more special items as well.

Finally, we added a really cool vendor in February and forgot to make mention of it here.  Allow us to rectify that and tell you that Laurel in Booth 9 has a wonderful assortment of things.  Laurel has been at Sparrow for many years, and was a regular YesterNook shopper from day one.  She also has her own shop in Wisconsin.  She has a lot of experience and knowledge and uses it to bring you some of the best items.  Check her booth out.

Marching Forward

It may have been hard to tell over the weekend, but we have moved into the month of March.  Imagine that.  The third month of 2013 is upon us.  Where does the time go?  Everybody knows the beginning of March can only mean one thing.

No, I’m not talking about basketball tournaments.  It means the official start of spring is only a few days away!  A few whirly snowflakes here and there notwithstanding, signs of spring are starting to emerge.  It’s getting light a little earlier and dark a little later, for one.  The daffodils in my backyard have come up, although I think that swirly snow must have surely confused the dickens out of them.

Basketball and equinoxes aside, March is packed with events this year.  Saint Patrick’s Day is coming up in just a couple of weeks.  If you’re looking to decorate for your party, there are just about always a few pieces of green glass scattered here and there through the various booths at YesterNook. 

Easter is coming early this year, falling on March 31.  That makes it a just barely a March event, but “barely” certainly counts!  There are always lots of high-quality, unique baskets in the store, if you want to try something different this year.  You’ll probably find a few eggs and bunnies around, too.  Don’t forget to look at some of the vintage hats and purses when thinking about your Easter outfit.  Who knows what you’ll find?  Remember our selection changes every day.

For many, Easter is primarily a spiritual celebration.  Did you know that we have a few vendors who regularly carry vintage religious items?  Rosaries, devotionals, crucifixes, Last Supper scenes, Madonnas, Pieta scenes, prayer books, Bibles, hymnals, holy cards and other assorted religious articles can be found throughout the store.  If you’re looking for a booth that carries some of these items, ask at the register.

Part of the excitement of spring comes from being able to spend more time outside again, after being cooped up all winter.  Is your front yard, backyard, or deck ready?  Do they need some sprucing up?  Are you starting to plan your flower beds and other planting?  Be sure to check Godfrey’s Garage next time you come in.  There are already several items of patio furniture out there, and more are sure to come.  You might also find different kinds of pots, plant stands, and planters.  It’s not unheard of for us to have concrete figures for the yard from time to time!  Come in and see what we have that might spruce up your surroundings!

We’re glad that YesterNook was there to provide you with a pick-me-up through the winter.  We hope that we will continue to see all of you regularly during the spring as well.  We love it when our friends come to visit.  Remember that there are over 30 vendors in the store, and all of them bring in new items regularly.  That means the store changes practically from day to day!  Our hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.  Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook for daily updates and photos of new merchandise!

Weather Reports

The weather's been all over the place lately.  Hasn't it?  Take a look:

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We guess that's par for the course for Louisville, no matter what time of year.  Since it's still early February, it's too early to put the boots and snow shovels away just yet.

We just wanted to remind you that no matter what the weather, it's always cozy and comfy at YesterNook.  Rain or shine (or snow), we're always glad to see you when you drop in.

This is the perfect time of year for do-it-yourself projects, so maybe it's time to look for something to refinish or paint.  Spring isn't that far away, either.  Maybe you want to come look for new flower pots or picnic baskets.  All of our vendors restock throughout the week, and they are as anxious for consistently warmer weather as you all are.

Please be sure to be careful on the road when the weather is bad.  We want to keep you coming back to see us for a long time to come.

Some Thoughts About LOVE!

February is traditionally thought of as the month of love.  Hearts and flowers are everywhere and the dominant color is red.  Valentine’s Day is on the way.  Romance is in the air

Love is such a odd concept,isn’t it?  Well, not really odd, so much as multi-layered.  We can say we love our mothers, our first cousins, and our significant others, but we don’t mean that in exactly the same way.  And what about our love for old movies, home-made lasagna, or modern jazz?  We say we “love” a lot of things and people in the course of our lives, don’t we?

Of course, we don’t always mean the same thing when we say that.  Our love for the people in our lives is not really the same as the love we proclaim for other things.  We could more accurately term the latter as “appreciation.”  Which, of course, brings us to YesterNook. 

“I love this place!” 

“I love the things you have here!”

“We love to come here!”

“I love your prices!”

Honestly, however you all mean it, we never get tired of hearing it.  We’ll always strive to earn your appreciation and compliments.  We value our relationship with our friends and customers.  Consider it a valentine from us to you.

Speaking of valentines, here’s a thought:  Those flowers are eventually going to wither away, but if you present them in a fine vintage vase, there will always be a reminder of your thoughtfulness left behind.  How about repacking those chocolates in a sweet vintage candy dish?  Maybe your valentine has been expressing some “love” for a chair we have in the corner or a quilt in one of the upstairs rooms?  There are lots of ways to express your feelings for a special person.  Don’t forget that we have an awesome selection of jewelry and trinkets in the downstairs showcases!

Whatever your plans are, we hope that you have a safe and happy Valentine’s Day! 

Have a Seat!

Come on in!

Have a seat!
We're glad you're here!

Pull up a chair!

There's plenty to choose from!

Some are interesting.

Some are comfy.

Some of them are tall,

There's even room for you to bring a friend.

And if you find one that you like, you can always take it home with you to enjoy for a long, long time!

Distressed Kathy (Booth 240)

Meet Kathy from Booth 240. She has been at YesterNook since the doors opened . She has also been YesterNook owner Patti Cape's friend since first grade. She has always been a very talented artist. In the 80's she sold her tole painted items at arts and craft shows in the area. She is also a talented seamstress. Nowadays when she isn't being Rosie the Riveter or working her full time job she is busy painting and distressing furniture.  Her booth is right inside the back door.  You will always find beautiful pieces of furniture that Kathy has given new life to.

Kathy has a natural talent for finding the right pieces and matching the right colors. She says she sees them in the colors they should be. She also names them all!

There is no job too big or too small for our Kathy.  Check out the before and after pictures of this great China Cabinet.  It's hard to believe it's the same piece. It found its new owner in less than a week!

If you are looking for that special piece you  better check us out often because you never know when it may show up and it usually doesn't last long.

It's always exciting to see the next piece Kathy brings in to the store.  If you haven't her great pieces, please stop by YesterNook soon.  If Kathy happens to be in, she loves visiting with customers so be sure to say hello!

Congratulations

We need to take a moment to recognize one of our own.  She's done something that others have not been able to do.  For that we applaud her and say: "Good going!"

Sharron Smiley, YesterNook manager, smoked almost all her life, from her teen years onwards.  In November, she quit.  And she's been smoke-free ever since!  We wanted to recognize her for this great step she's made for her health and for the health of others.

Next time you're in the store, congratulate her.