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September 24, 2012

Sweet Buy and Buy….a sweet farmhouse shoppe



Don’t you love it when you find a place that just “speaks” to you?

One that has just the right combination of vintage and farmhouse and cottage and industrial…you know the kind of place that transcends these styles, where “patina” is not only admired but coveted and where our hands can touch and hold the treasures of the past.

Welcome to Sweet Buy and Buy.

 I paid this “leisurely farmhouse shoppe full of fresh vintage style, from antiques, cottage to industrial“ a visit over the weekend for their Kick Off Fall Celebration. 
There were of course pumpkins and fall decor galore.  And tucked in between all of the autumn gorgeousness were the items that make my heart sing!
Items like classic Blue Ball Mason Jars nestled in industrial wire baskets.
and baskets full of antique knobs and patina-ed door plates. 
and Shutters, Shutters everywhere!
How darling is this magnetic tic-tac-toe board? So many creative ideas!
This tool box immediately caught my eye….and decided it needed to come home with me.  Stay tuned as I have a fun and special project planned for it.
 How fun would this antique chair back be in a garden or backyard tree topped with a flower basket?!
There was more than just vintage selling going on out at Sweet Buy and Buy, there were also some amazing vendors like Laura of Unique Beads by Laura.
Laura was sharing her amazing glass making skills.  She custom makes all of her beads and creates gorgeous one of a kind jewelry pieces.  Kentucky Wildcats anyone? grin!
A step inside reveals room after room of farmhouse goodness! 
from vintage dishes to chalk painted furniture, there is something for everyone. 
Even the simplest things like cotton twine in a footed jar seem special and unique. 
How about some chic vintage hats tucked in under the eaves?
or this darling room at the top of the stairs?
but even more special than all of the lovely items at Sweet Buy and Buy, are the amazing women who own it!
They are not only active members of our community but have brought a much needed unique and special place to Dry Ridge, for those of us who love and appreciate decorating our homes with “pieces from the past.”
While I was there I ran into so many old friends and it was a thrill to see their familiar faces patronizing Sweet Buy and Buy…and right before I walked out the door I even ran into Norma of Norma Kentiques who I met through the At The Picket Fence Facebook Page!  That made my trip complete. 
I’d love to invite you to pay Sweet Buy and Buy a visit if you are ever in Northern Kentucky! It is definitely worth a stop off in Dry Ridge, I promise you won’t be disappointed..and you might even run into me…cause I’ll be back often!  You can follow Sweet Buy and Buy on Facebook to keep up with these amazing ladies!
Sweet Buy and Buy
2390 Taft Highway
Dry Ridge, KY
(859) 824-7738 (Call ahead for hours)
See you back here soon…At The Picket Fence!

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  1. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    September 24, 2012 at 1:20 PM

    Oh my gosh Heather, that’s the type of shop I could spend all day in!!

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      September 24, 2012 at 1:25 PM

      Me too! I’ve already got plans to go back this week, to buy all of the things I couldn’t with Bama Boy around. 😉 lol

      Heather

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  2. Norma says

    September 24, 2012 at 2:03 PM

    It was thrilling to meet you too Heather, in person and at such a neat place. Love your fb page, blog and you too! Love how the wind arranged my hair so….windblown, lol!

    Next time you come down this way, you’ll have to check out this unique and quaint log cabin (link below) where folks can spend the night. Very primitive and so relaxing, besides a creek even.

    I almost missed you, was busy checking out my friend table with her soaps, Judy Mullins who runs an awesome Log Cabin getaway a bit south of Sweet Buy and Buy. She’s also famous for her fabulous soaps she sells out of Country Hearts in town which is also my 2nd location within.

    https://www.facebook.com/pages/Country-Heart-Crafts-and-Supplies/111841618856693?ref=ts

    https://www.facebook.com/mullinslogcabin?ref=ts

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  3. Kristi says

    September 24, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    I love the name! If I were within driving distance, I’d pop in.

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  4. Savvy Seasons says

    September 24, 2012 at 3:09 PM

    Lucky, I would love to shop there! =) Great photos Heather, thanks for sharing! XO ~Liz

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  5. Dewdrop Gardens says

    September 24, 2012 at 4:06 PM

    Wow, what an amazing shop! Might be worth planning a driving trip next summer through the States.
    Debbie 🙂

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  6. Leslie Harris says

    September 24, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    I’m so jealous. It is exactly my kind of shop. Unfortunately, California is a bit of a distance…so I appreciate the great photos.
    Leslie (aka Gwen Moss blog)

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    • Darlene Houchens says

      September 24, 2012 at 4:58 PM

      Heather, thanks so much, beautiful pictures, come shop with us anytime. Darlene with Sweet Buy & Buy!

      Reply
  7. Myna Kay says

    September 24, 2012 at 5:03 PM

    What a unique shop! I wish I had that shop close to me!

    Reply
  8. Judy says

    September 24, 2012 at 5:11 PM

    What a beautiful store. I don’t think I have anything like that near me. Such unique and cool things.

    Reply
  9. Cynthia says

    September 24, 2012 at 5:36 PM

    What a great shop. I love the old shutters and the chair hanging with the missing legs.

    Cynthia

    Reply
  10. Anne Lorys - Fiona and Twig says

    September 24, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    Gorgeous!
    This place spoke to me, too!!!

    XO,
    Anne

    Reply
  11. Kelly says

    September 24, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    Too bad that I don’t live near there. It looks like a wonderful place to shop! I saw quite a few things that I liked. Love that large tool caddy you found!

    Reply
  12. Candy Link says

    September 24, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    Thank you Heather, your photo’s and narrative are as beautiful as you. Thank you so much. Candy/Sweet Buy & Buy

    Reply
  13. TraySeeH says

    September 24, 2012 at 10:03 PM

    They are wonderful ladies, and I love shopping there.

    Reply
  14. Pamela says

    September 25, 2012 at 12:26 AM

    Looks like a fabulous shop!

    Reply
  15. Honey at 2805 says

    September 25, 2012 at 1:22 AM

    Such great eye-candy!

    Reply
  16. CAS says

    September 25, 2012 at 3:08 AM

    Wow, that looks like such a fun place! Thank you for sharing.

    Reply

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