First Monday-A Wonderful Idea

On our way to Dallas we drove thru Canton TX. I remembered reading about a huge market the weekend before the first Monday of the month. I realized that it was starting tomorrow! I suggested to Larry that we get up very early the next morning and drive back 2 hours to where we were and walk acres of fields in the 100 degree Texas heat. 

He said "that's a wonderful idea" 

This is one of the largest flea markets in the country.

There are huge buildings as well as acres of fields.

 Rows of vintage aprons.

It's difficult to choose just one.

 Just what I was looking for, a trough chicken feeder.

 I think we could use one. I could display dishes.

"That's a wonderful idea."
(Inspiration photo from Cherry Hill Cottage)

Do you think we should get this lidded galvanized wash tub?
"That's a wonderful idea."

 We noticed that most people were pulling shopping carts.
"That's a wonderful idea."

They were professional flea marketeers. 

 This chic lady won my prize for best cart.

 She made her own liner.
Black and white toile lined with yellow check. 

She tied it on with checked bows. 

It's all tricked-out with compartments for 

essentials. How cute is that? 

Makes we wish I could sew.

That's me, hot and tired and not so chic, shlepping my little old cart out.

 Larry was carrying a box of vintage blue Ball jars with zinc lids.

(about $1.70 each)

I suggested that we stop at the Dairy Queen on our way out of town.

Larry said "That's a wonderful idea!"

I think he means it this time!

Stay cool!

Links: Coastal Charm, House of Grace,

Savvy Southern Style, A Beach Cottage,

No Minimalist Here, Common Ground,

The Tablescaper