Were back

 It's been a while and we just wanted to update you on what's been going on.  With moving, remodeling and venturing into new art enterprises we have been busy and sadly neglectful of our website.  So all of this is changing and we are moving forward with a new focus towards some fun events and artistic challenges!  Recently we have been participating in the Gresham Saturday Market which has been challenging and rewarding at times.  Who knew us old chicks could put up a tent and lug around 45+ weights?  Setting up, although tedious, is the easiest but by the end of the day and the sun is shining down, let's just say it's exhausting and did I mention HOT.  Our fellow vendors and the management team have been great.  We love the customer feedback plus we even reconnected with some of our past Wren's Nest friends!  One of our members has also joined Artistic Portland, an artist co-op conveniently located in the Hollywood District.  This is an amazing store featuring locally made products from beautiful jewelry to unique wall art.  If you live or are visiting in Oregon check us out!

We have been adding items to our etsy site weekly.  I included a few of our newer items in the post.  CheckTinkerware

out our etsy site for all of our new items.

Speaking of the Wren's Nest, our Holiday Show is planned for the weekend of November 7th.   We are featuring many new artists, a lot of our favorites and of course an assortment of Vintage treasures.  This year we promise you an easy, relaxing shopping excursion that will meet your holiday and gift giving needs.  Updates and featured artists will start in September so don't forget to check back in. 

We are looking for a few artists to join our Holiday event.  If you are interested and want more information you can contact me at Wrens Nest.  We will need photos and a brief description of your artwork, food item or product. 

Enjoy the rest of the summer and save the date for our Holiday Show!

The Wren's Nest team

Tinkerware is at the Saturday Market.

We are back.  This summer we are at the Gresham Saturday Market.  Our next date is May 30th booth 90.  We have a 5 family craft booth with a mixture of vintage with all types of treasures for home, children, and gifts.  Take a glimpse at a few of our new items.

Garden Chalkboard with hand-painted daisies.

 Vintage cherries adorn this repurposed drawer with a chalkboard backing.  Hanging garden tools on the sides.

Cat lovers will love this dual chalkboard and corkboard box that hangs.

Another corkboard cat on a vintage door

Handsculpted butterfly in a vintage fame

Wrens Nest Holiday Show

Hi everyone,

It's beginning to look alot like Christmas here!  We have started staging, adding lots of lights and trees in preparation for our holiday show.  Unbelievable that it is just around the corner. 

With the date quickly approaching I am forwarding everyone a copy of our postcard.   I'm encouraging all of you to forward to friends and family.  For those of you who have facebook please post with a "save the date" message and if possible repost next week.  Whatever you can do to spread the word is appreciated.  

We are looking forward to a great show, meeting and visiting with all our new and old friends!

Mark Your Calendar

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

WREN'S NEST HOLIDAY SHOW  Nov. 9th 2-8, 10th & 11th 11-6

5220 SE 33rd Place

Fall has arrived along with the rain and wind that is blanketing a canopy of russet autumn colors on my lawn.  I am thinking I need to don my raincoat and gloves, gather the rake and lawn bags and tackle this never-ending project.  Then I look around at my many art projects that are in various states of completion and decide that days like this are perfect for playtime with my paints and clay!   As I am painting, re-purposing, creating and pricing my products I am amazed at the amount of merchandise everyone has produced that will be available soon at our Holiday Show.  All of my vendors are busy with their unique specialties which will add to the abundance of products for our customers.  With the addition of the vintage treasures and food items our show will be a relaxing and rewarding event for all of our shoppers.  Friday is opening day and we will welcome our family, friends and customers with delectable treats and beverages.  So mark your calendar and plan on getting an early start on the upcoming, busy gift giving and decorating holiday season!

Holiday musings

I just picked up the latest entry from the abundance of holiday magazines now available at our local stores and was amazed at the creativity and subtle but effective decorating ideas it offers.  It's hard to believe that the Wren's Nest Holiday Show is quickly approaching and I am still thinking of new projects to create.    My practical side however is realizing that I need more months to complete my already-in-process items, but my creative side is thinking that maybe those glittered star ornaments can still be squeezed in. 

Thankfully I have a bevy of talented artists that will also be showcasing their projects at our November event.  This definitely gives me comfort knowing we will have a wonderful assortment of goods to offer to our customers.  From original paintings, beautiful jewelry, one of a kind hand decorated glassware to elegant or whimsical Christmas decor we have something for everyone!  Nestled amongst these items we have an assortment of carefully selected vintage goods.   Freshly baked treats, handcrafted kitchen goods, and creative greeting cards are just a few of the many items available that will simplify your gift giving needs and add to your holiday keepsakes. 


 As we move closer watch this site for updates and featured highlights/photos on our vendors and their creative merchandise.  Don't forget to mark your calendar.               

                                                                                      WREN'S NEST HOLIDAY SHOW

                                                                       November 9th    2 - 8  

 November 10th, 11th    11 - 6

                                                                                                  5220 SE 33rd Place