Round Top is big ya’ll. OK? We probably didn’t see a tenth of what was there. It’s huge. That’s point number one. Point number two is that while I’m grateful I got to go at all since it was a little out of the way on our way home from Dallas (another trip to Oz) going to Round Top with 2 kids in tow for a few hours is not the ideal way to experience it. To really experience Round Top you need to leave the kiddies at home, go with some girlfriends and stay for a couple days.
So who’s with me? Round Top spring 2013? Let’s do this. I’m as serious as a heart attack.
I snapped a lot of iphone pics and here are my observations:
1) If there’s some random vintage thing you want, you can find it at RT. Even English style telephone booths–there were at least 8 of them.
2) I saw a lot of things that I rarely see at regular thrift/antique stores and if I did see them I’d probably be super excited and want to buy it immediately. But seeing these items en mass, for cheaper-than-usual prices made me think Oh, giant metal letters/enamel buckets/wooden crates/metal gym locker baskets/Jenny Lind Beds again? These things are a dime a dozen… and I could comfortably walk away. Weird.
3) One thing that bugged me was the wide selection of faux-tiques. Distressed Tolix knock-off’s anyone? To be fair, I’m not above knock-off’s and in fact while I hate the fake distressing here, if you wanted some Tolix chairs for $79.00 (versus the regular $269 or $249 price tag) these would be a great buy along with a few cans of spray paint. (Kathryn, I’m looking at you.) But there were just a lot of tents filled with ‘fake antiques’ that were just too cheesy and contrived. And don’t even get me started on the craft booths…no pictures. I couldn’t stomach it. (Just imagine hot pink, tiger striped crosses.)
the handwriting in this old notebook was a m a z i n g. 
In the end I didn’t get anything. The only thing I’m sorta regretting is the above vintage baby block–easily my all time favorite vintage baby block. Yes children, Z is for Zeppelin. Led Zeppelin.
In short it was amazing and overwhelming and a thrifters paradise.
I really want to go again.
Without my kids and for longer.
Who’s in?
I'd be in! Maybe a trip to TX is in order next year. 😉
MS–yes! This would be a great blogger friend meet up. Let me know if you really want to.
That sounds amazing! I wish I could go in the Spring. Enjoy for me. 🙂
Wish you could come too! (ps–your segment on RR was awesome! Who knew how much time/effort/people went into those things!?)
ME! I am in! Sounds right up my ally. Hot pink tiger print crosses and all!
Bailey–OK. Let's do it! Fo' reals.
I haven't heard of this one but there is one every month called 1st Monday in Canton,TX (it starts on Friday before first Monday) but it is huge! http://www.firstmondaycanton.com
Would love to go next year – not to far a drive for me since I am in the DFW area! Cute pictures and next time in Dallas area would love to meet and do lunch/supper if you have time.
Julie – Texas
Wowza. Love all the photos. I want those giant letters. But – I went one time to Brimfield and did the same thing – nothing. It is amazing and overwhelmng and I think you just need to take it in. Maybe someday I'll get to hit Round Top! I admire you for going en famille. My oldest would have sat in one of those chairs and refused.to.move. :>
I've wanted to go for years! Some friends own the Marburger Farms section. Thanks for posting pics! Maybe someday?
Also hope to meet y'all at Tsrhc sometime- I feel like I live there some months!:)
Isn't it crazy there! As a Texan and recent Oklahoman I can totally commiserate with the bedazzled crosses. My hubby and I love to make joking references to bedazzled flip flops and jeans;) The style there can be soooo tacky;) I loved ROund top though. Interesting stuff everywhere, and totally overwhelming. I went several years ago and I still have the starfishes that I bought up in my house here and there. I wish I could go with you…how bout a Paris flea market;)
That place looks like a blast! Do they have one of those in Utah??
Yesterday, out of nowhere, I had the thought; "I want a red English telephone booth. How could I acquire a red English telephone booth?" Who knew there were a bunch just sitting around at Round Top?!?!?
I am totally down! It won't be good for my wallet but who cares!