Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Raindrops Keep Fallin on our Heads....

Yesterday brought rain, rain and more rain. Torrents of rain!
Today we have a constant mist that seems to soften the color of all things organic and the edges of all things manmade. 
Tomorrow...well we are hoping for sun. 

All I really know for sure is that rain, sun or something in between the Loft is always bright shiny and new.

Here's a sneak peek of what is in store for you at the Loft on 2nd this week.
Vintage cart, mid-century decor
and RAIN boots.

Very mid-century!


A retro styled phone. cooooooollll!

Hand stenciled

Perfect for your vintage industrial look

Hand crafted from vintage tin tiles.

More vintage tin

For your next party. Vintage decor

Pick up a great wine bag to pretty
up your gift of wine.

Vintage luggage in every shape and color.
Great for decor, storage or use!!!

What a fabulous eclectic look!
Designer Jeans (7 for all mankind)
Jeans, Guess pewter top and
a Silver Brand Jean jacket are 
perfectly accented by
VINTAGE accessories.

A very VINTAGE (antique) crocheted
lace shrug, and vintage belt make the look.

"Lolita tours Italy" look.
Designer (Free People) Jeans,
vintage off the shoulder white top
and high-end Italian Designer
shoes (Dolce & Gabbana) Pumps
and a vintage camera


A Vintage "Skooter Dress" worn as a tunic top over bebe brand roll up capris.

Here we dressed it up with a
CAbi (Carol Anderson by Invitation)
brown jacket.

Making vintage look modern is easy with a great pair of cowboy boots, Lucky Brand belt.

Summer layering for a pretty look.


UPCOMING EVENT~

"Garden Party"
on Girls Night Out,
Thursday July 14th 6p.
Join us for an event that explores the organic nature of decorating. Learn how to incorporate plants and flowers into your home. We'll show you fabulous ideas that use a single stem, a few leaves and full bouquets. It's Free to our Loft customers and as always treats will be served!!!  

more pics~


























The Loft on 2nd is OPEN
Thurs, Fri and Sat 10-5p

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Chiseled in stone....

Well, not really, but we did add our name to the lovely marble facade next to our front door. 
































And....on a warm day, it's lovely to sit a spell and ponder.































Who are we kidding. Anoka is not a "pondering" kind of town. The historic downtown area is filled to the brim with shops, restaurants and a variety of sites sounds and smells.  All good of  course! You really shouldn't miss it.  If you are a first timer, call, e-mail or stop by us first and we'll make sure you have all the info you need to have a fabulous shopping and dining experience.

And now here's a glimpse of The Loft on 2nd this week.





Distressed leather chairs (2)

Industrial fun.

Fab retro chairs (2)





Funky and fun vintage roller skates.



































Designer dress-Laundry by Shelli Segal
and a Vintage beaded barely pink sweater.



Free People skirt and a
Ladeeda Design  Tank

More NEW Ladeeda Design Tanks

They are hand embellished
and hand dyed...





 
So no two are exactly the same.


Some have vintage details.







































The Loft on 2nd is OPEN
Thurs. 10-7
Fri and Sat 10-5

Monday, June 6, 2011

Occasional Sale Week with a Special Presentation


 

This past month has flown by and we can't believe Occasional Sale week is upon us already!  We've been busy switching things around and refreshing all the vignettes, along with bringing lots and lots of new items in.  And as we told you in the last post, we have a very special guest, Adrienne Schrunk, who will be giving a  presentation on "Tablescaping and Entertaining Ideas".  And if you're anything like me, we certainly all could use some added inspiration in that area.  With Father's Day and Graduation Open Houses upon us, it's great to have some additional ideas to make those events extra special.  Her presentation starts at 6:00, but you may want to get there early to guarantee a good seat.  Refreshments will also be served.

Also an added reminder that our good customer and friend, Laurie, will be at the Loft from 4-6 pm giving 5 minute complimentary messages.  Can the day get any better than this?  Well maybe some extra special vintage finds found at the Loft.  Just the way to make it perfect!



We have pot....oh boy do we!  Aren't they fab!




 
We have furniture




Then there are our out of this world accessories.  Love these pieces!




And don't forget about our great selection of designer jeans!


And hand-made handbags!

Hope to see you all at the sale.  It's gonna be a fun time with lots of great happenings, great people and great vintage items.


Saturday, June 4, 2011

WE FINALLY GOT IT! SUMMER THAT IS.. WHERE DID SPRINGTIME GO?

Hi Everyone,
   We are really appreciating this wonderful weather one day at a time aren't we?  We are very fortunate here in Minnesota to have an awesome state to live in.  We never know what to expect, us Minnesotans really appreciate the warmth when it comes...
   We are doing this posting without pictures for now.. wanted to let our customers know about this Thursday night for Girl's Night Out Event.  Our friend and customer Adrienne Schrunk is doing a presentation this Thursday eve at 6pm on "Tablescaping and Entertaining Ideas", for a Father's Day, a BBQ and a Girl's Night Out Party.  Adrienne is going to show us how to use "old jars and bottles" for our home decorating and entertaining.  Refreshments will be served, come join us and Adrienne for this fun and free demonstration this Thursday it starts at 6pm so don't be late, you might miss something! 
    Also our  friend and customer Laurie will be here from 4-6pm  for your complimentary 5 minute massages, you can't get any thing better than this!
   Pictures will be posted this week at a later time, stay tuned and take care.