Carolyn Westbrook: A cool Summer Getaway

O.K. Friends. If you are looking for a Cool Summer Getaway, then look no further than the "Cloverleaf" store in Ardmore, Oklahoma. I have travelled cross-country and never found a store like this. This is frothy pink creation was created by propreitor Heidi Chapman, and it is a delight. You will immerse yourself in this fantasyland of everything us girls love!
The outdoor section alone is worth the drive. You cannot miss it off of I-35 and Broadway, as it is literally a huge pink palace.
As you can see to the left, this is a mouth-watering cotton candy pink palace, with all of the goodies that we love. Below, you can see that my girls (Alexandria and Victoria) were even loving it ( and I find very few places that my teenagers love other than the mall.)
Below that, you can see one of Heidi's confections with the gorgeous apothecary jars filled with sugar and darling little dog candy boxes, as well as, cake plates topped with charming little items. There was absolutely something to see everywhere you looked and brilliantly put together to create a feast for the eyes. I absolutely loved it.
I have more pic's to post, so check back for more on this fabulous store or better yet, hop in
the car and head out down the road, for a great summer road trip!
XOXO Carolyn

Carolyn Westbrook: Pray for Baby Witt

I am calling out to everyone out there who knows what it is to love a child. Our friends from Zapp Hall, Cheryl Lehane, her sister Karen, and her daughter Mel and son-in-law Austen need our prayers. Mel and Austen, who you have seen at Zapp, have a precious little boy by the name of Witt. He has been through much in his short life, and went in for surgery and exploration of his heart. He has been declining since the surgery, and of course everyone is crazy with worry. They have been stellar in their faith during this ordeal and have been an inspiration for all.

I would like to call on all of you Mom's, Dad's, Grandma's, Grandpa's and Aunts and Uncles to say an extra prayer tonight for Witt. Put him on your prayer chains and add him to your prayer lists, because we all know the power of prayer and this little guy needs some divine intervention.
Love to all of y'all for taking the time to say a prayer for Witt, and hopefully, I will have some good news to report.
XOXO Carolyn

Carolyn Westbrook Summer Market

Well, the weather was perfect, my friends were here, and a good time was had by all. Really enjoyed having everyone here for our one day sale. All of our hard work paid off and I especially loved "The Potting Shed" that Rebecca created. Guessing all of our customers loved it too, as they were coming in with arrangements by the armload. Thanks to my special guest Lelia Richter who flew in from Columbus OH. to buy her bedding. Danny a.k.a. Cat Daddy is already talking about next year. Love to my friends that did the show, and a special shout out to Baby Bella, who hopefully will get to come home soon. Thanks also to all of my good friends in the biz, who gave such great promotion. Hope everyone enjoyed themselves and see you on down the road...Warrenton, now that is closer than you think. In the mean time, I need a rest.
XOXO Carolyn

Carolyn Westbrook's Summer Market

The Tent is UP!!!! Getting very excited about the show and cannot wait to see everyone here on Saturday. I forgot to tell y'all that these antique floral paintings shown here, will be for sale at the show, and they are gorgeous. Also, there is a killer French big mirror with garland swags, that you guys will love. Lots of great patio furniture and cushions and just a bunch of great stuff, that makes my heart go pitter pat, so know that you will love it too! Here is some of the great stuff that I can remember...lots of great statuary, one is very old that is a little girl holding a bowl that has beautiful detail. A vintage dog statue, and a graceful statue of a woman, plus finials, and more. Let's see... one of the best iron beds that I have ever had, also the heaviest, and an amazingly tall headboard. A great shabby pink harvest table, with great old chippy paint, along with chandeliers, gilded mirrors, Venetian Mirror, and a great bistro set, that is very Frenchy. Lots of great tables from side tables to dining tables, and let's not forget the mid century modern tufted couch and chair. My daughter thinks it looks like Marie Antoinette, very Urban Frenchy, love it! Oh yea, some fabulous old French doors, with toile'like colored scenes in the glass, absolutely beautiful. I will try and post pic's tomorrow, so you guys can see what I am talking about and know that you need to be here.

Cannot wait to see all of my sisters that love the good stuff like I do. See ya soon!
XOXO Carolyn

Carolyn Westbrook's Summer Market

WHOOPS! I made a mistake on the date on my last post. The date for the Summer Market is JULY 18th from 9-4.

Sorry about that. Thanks to my friend Theresa for watching out for me. Must be too much sun, as we frantically try and get everything just right, for this one-of-a-kind sale. Hope everyone is planning on coming. If for nothing else to see the deck that we all worked on, and it turned out rather good. Talked to Heidi (Cloverleaf) this morning and she got quite a kick out of the idea of us building a deck, sort of Lucy and Ethel, like. You know how I feel about being able to build things and the whole girl power. I am happy to report that with some help, WE DID IT! Can't wait to see you all here this weekend. Remember, check our "Upcoming Events" for more details.
XOXO Carolyn

Carolyn Westbrook's Summer Market

Ladies and Gentlemen, step right up, and get up and go, next week to our "Summer Market."

Here you will find one-of-a-kind treasures for your home, that are sure to put a smile on your face, even in this Texas heat! I have put together some of the best talent in the business, and people I am happy to call my friends, Miss Talkin Trash Debbie, and her sidekick Cat Daddy, who are seasoned at beautiful merchandising. If you are looking for the good stuff than look no further, we have gathered it for you. The famed "Willow Nest" will be here with their magical creations, and also my friend Rebecca, of "Heaven and Earth" will be transforming the log cabin into a beautiful potting shed with her gorgeous natural floral creations. Also joining us from North Carolina is my friend, Stanley Williamson, who is bringing a truckload of fabulous antique furniture. So, dress cool and come early for the best selection, because this is one sale that you don't want to miss out on. CHeck our Upcoming Events page for more details. It is June 18th from 9-4.
Address is 3043 NE CR 1030 Chatfield, TX 75105
Head out I-45 between Ennis and Corsicana TX. Exit FM 1603 AND head East to Chatfield, then follow signs. It is that easy!
Can't wait to see y'all!
XOXO Carolyn

Carolyn Westbrook Summer Market

Next week July 18th for one day only...Here on the grounds of "The Oaks" plantation
is a not to be missed sale! Our "Summer Market" held here and it is for those who love
garden, antiques, furniture and more! Check our Upcoming Events page for more info!
Hope you all can make it!
XOXO Carolyn

Summer Roundtop Show

Roundtop Antiques Show...in case you missed it. Thought that this was the best that they have ever had. That was the buzz that I heard all day. First, here we have my friends from, "The Seed Box." They had yet another great booth, with affordable, unusual finds. The second picture is the always remarkable, "Willow Nest" booth. Linda and Ludmil always do a beautiful job. Don't forget, they will be at our upcoming, "Summer Market" here on the grounds of The Oaks Plantation, July 18th. CHeck our Upcoming Events page for more details.
3rd photo is from "French Vanilla" with the talented Peg and John.
And last but certainly not least is the talented Theresa, from Garden Antiques Vintage, who always has a smile on her face. She did a beautiful job, as well.

As you can see here there was much to see and much that was missed if you could not make it.
If you did miss out and are hungry for some good stuff, we can help you out. This is too hot not to be missed! The "Summer Market" at "The Oaks Plantation." Yes, we are doing it again, right here on the grounds of my home, which you guys have seen in my book, "Carolyn Westbrook Home." It is on my Upcoming Events page, and the show will feature myself, Carolyn Westbrook, along with Willow Nest, and our friend Miss Talkin Trash herself, and not to be forgotten, her sidekick, Cat Daddy.
This should be a spectacular sale with lots of antiques, garden, bedding, pillows, trinkets and trappings, to inspire everyone. Come see the potting shed, in one of our original cabins on the property, also known as "The Man Cave." Sorry guys, we are converting it for a short time, and transforming it into a French Potting Shed. Cannot wait for everyone to see! Put this on your calendar girls, and bring a truck, cause your gonna need it! XOXO Carolyn