The Paint Shelf

In 2008, my family decided it would be a good idea for my mother to live with us.  So we sold both our house and hers.  Both attics, closets, and garages were full of collected items from many years, mine for about 40 and hers since 1953!  Since she was of the “keep everything” generation, we discovered many antiques and vintage treasures.  In the process of trying to decide what to do with all of the things we would not have space for in the new home, we decided to try leasing space in an antique mall to sell them. I have a good friend who was already doing this,  and we thought it would be fun to do it together.  It worked, and here I am still leasing! Along the way, I began painting and refurbishing old furniture to sell in my booth. That       led to adding the product line, BlackBerry House Paint, which is designed for home decor projects. I then discovered Zibra brushes and after loving them to paint my projects, I inquired about becoming a retailer...and seven years later, here I am. 

Since 2014 (I think!). 2” Cut-in stubby, although I recently added the round stubby and it has been very popular. I personally like it a lot.  

BlackBerry House Paint/Scrubby Soap/ antique, vintage and refurbished items/ home decor items

It is quite small! But I cram as much as I can in it!!

Do your research; asks lots of questions (there are no dumb questions when getting started); follow your interests and passion. 

For my antique booth, it is quite basic.   It is important to rearrange your space often.  Even if you have nothing new to add, just moving the same things around makes it look different and highlights different objects.  On the other hand, for the paint and brush booth area,  it is important to keep things consistent. Customers want to be able to find their items quickly.

Actually, I’ve already done that!  I’m a retired elementary media specialist. Currently, I’m enjoying my retirement hobby!