Oh, people, people, people. Cancel any vacation plans you had for June 27th and 28th. You just don't want to miss this. Really.
All the way from the pacific northwest, Seattle's own reTreat has been added to the vendor list at the June Cotillion. They'll become"Rue de Retreat" for the two glorious days of the vintage French Market here in the biggest little city.
Deb and her dream of a husband, Bob, are the visionaries of reTreat. She's an incredibly amazing and talented designer, he's an equally amazing and talented contractor/builder, and they both love to thrift, scavenge, and rescue forgotten items. (Now, that's my idea of a dream man!)
I've known Deb for many years now, first online, at the iVillage message boards, then with the "Bliss Boards" from the original Victoria magazine. Then, later again, with the Women Take Wing community...becoming good friends without actually meeting in person...until last June at the life changing Willows Nest event (very near the spot where I first discovered the real Stars Hollow Camas, Washington!)The following October, we got to meet in person again at the Victoria magazine launch event.
*sigh* They are incredible people.
Anyway.
Deb has been trying to see if they actually had the time and the inventory to make the Cotillion. You see, they are already doing the Farm Chicks show in Spokane in early June. Last night, they made the decision to just go for it, and do both shows.
To give you an idea of Deb's creative vision, here's a quote from one of her emails to me last night..."And wouldn't you just know it, as I go along, I am also finding a BUNCH of stuff that I could create an absolutely FABulous booth at the Tumbleweed Cotillion French Market. White, ivory, tan, rusty foofy and frenchy stuff. Filigreed frames and candelabra and wire urns and white scallop-edged dishes. I have furniture & mirrors & lamps that could go with it, too. I can picture it, all arranged, in my head - like a soft-focus tintype photo in sepia tones. Madeline Peyroux murmuring French songs in the background. Welcome to the 'Rue de Retreat Flea Market'......"
See what I mean? Mark your calenders, people.
*sigh* Such inspired people.
This is so cool, Tracey!!!!! I'm so glad that Deb's going to be there for your wonderful event!! It truly is going to be fab....take TONS of pictures for us who are so very far away and wish we were there...xxoo, Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | April 28, 2008 at 04:31 AM
Hi Tracey ~
I've been a reader of your blog for a while now but never really comment. I just wanted to let you know that I'm coming to the Tumbleweed Cotillion all the way from Orange County, CA! My in-laws, husband and I will be staying in Lake Topaz that weekend and will make the trip to Reno for the event! I already have my eye on the blue high chair from an earlier post! (We're expecting our first baby (boy) in September! See you there! Lori
Posted by: Lori | April 28, 2008 at 07:04 AM
That is great news! It's all coming together! :) Wishing you all a fabulous event!
Posted by: Dori | April 28, 2008 at 07:25 AM
Oh, I can't wait! I'm moving to Reno June 12, and I feel as though you are throwing this party for me! I'm certainly going to be one spoiled girl! It would be fabulous to have this event every month through the summer. Think about it Tracey! Any offers on your house? Would you consider renting it? Seriously. Let me know.
Posted by: Cyndi | April 28, 2008 at 07:33 AM
Luckily I will get to meet them at the Farm Chicks show where I am a vendor as well. I can't wait to see their goodies!!
:)
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa ~ French Poppy | April 28, 2008 at 07:46 AM
Oh, why oh why do I have to live so far away. That looks amazing. I so want to come. I can't wait to see all your pics after the fact. Also, I love the apron. Sorry I missed out on it.
Hugs,
LeAnn:)
Posted by: LeAnn Huntington | April 28, 2008 at 08:07 AM
Wow!! This is super good news for you. With that beautiful setting and terrific vendors it's going to be FABULOUS!! We in blog land will be saying "Hey, I remember her when...."
Off the subject. I've heard some disturbing news about warnings in the Reno area. I hope all is well and your no where near the area in question.
Best,
Kathy
Posted by: kathy | April 28, 2008 at 08:39 AM
It sounds blissful. I sure wish I was able to be there. I just hope you share pictures.
Posted by: Beverly | April 28, 2008 at 08:59 AM
Now, that's the kind of man you never can find! One who loves the same stuff and will go with you to these wonderul places. Good for her!
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda Kula | April 28, 2008 at 10:23 AM
Oh I may have to make that 4 hour drive to be there! It looks like it's going to be so much fun! I'll tell my daughter we're taking a mini weekend vacation!
Posted by: Cindy ~ My Romantic Home | April 28, 2008 at 10:45 AM
Oh my goodness, I cannot believe I missed this event last year!!!!! I live in enumclaw and have never heard about this before, I am so glad that you posted it! So I am a little confused though, is this going to be in Camas, or Port Townsend?
Please Please let me know, I don't want to miss it again!
xo, Tiffany
Posted by: tiffany | April 28, 2008 at 11:38 AM
The Tumbleweed Cotillionis held in Reno, Nevada.(The Biggest little city in America!) Click on any of the lavender colored words in the post, and it will take you to a link related to that word. Here is the Tumbleweed Cotillion site: www.tumbleweedcotillion.com
Posted by: ACottageIndustry | April 28, 2008 at 12:31 PM
Glad Diva Deb is coming. She has great style; I have been reading her two blogs for a long time now.
Janet
Posted by: Janet | April 28, 2008 at 03:44 PM
Hi Tracey,
I'm so excited about coming to the Tumbleweed Cotillionis. We are driving from Las Vegas just to attend. We'll leave early and I mean early Friday morning just to get there by Friday evening for the event. I'm saving my hard earned cash so I can shop, shop, shop. Question, should we attach a u-haul truck to the back of the Suburban?? Can't wait to see ya there, Janice
Posted by: Janice Blasko | April 28, 2008 at 05:08 PM
Looks like I've landed on another wonderful blog.
Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Gabreial/VintageIndie | April 28, 2008 at 05:20 PM
O My GOSH....I feel all gooey and warm and slathered with cupcake sprinkles after reading that GUSHING post, Miss Tracey!!! I can't thank you enough for this glowing promo spot, my friend. And thank you to your fans for those sweet comments. My goodness! Like a big cuddly cyber-hug!
As for my hubby (AKA 'Mr. Deb'), well, HE deserves it. All of it. AMAZING wonderful guy whom I am very blessed to share my life with for going on 29 years now. We are SO excited about making the greuling 15 hour drive down to Reno to be in your show...uh, NO, we are excited about being in your show. Not the drive!
Posted by: DivaDeb | April 28, 2008 at 06:02 PM
Tracey, how exciting!Ya'll will have a great time! I love reading Deb's blog as well as yours.
Posted by: Carol | April 29, 2008 at 03:27 AM