stop two: anoka

I feel like I'm getting long winded and boring you with details. I promise, less words, more pictures in this post. Let's cut to the good stuff.

Stop two:

Amore Antiques was adorable. Main floor had LOADS of jewelry and small items while the basement carried larger- lamps, tools and furniture. The jewelry took up the majority of my time because the main level had literally cases upon cases of great pieces. The woman working behind the counter was so patient with me while I asked for keys to just about every case. I wasn't overly impressed with the antique selection besides the jewelry but I did end up purchasing an old industrial light cage. (I'll post about it tomorrow.) I didn't end up taking any pictures inside the store because of my obsessive jewelry ADD. I think it's definitely worth a stop, however, if you're into knickknacks and of course, bling.

Stop three:

Oh, Antiques on Main. How you steal & break my heart every time. It was probably both a horrible and healthy idea to stop in this store last. It by far carries the best antique selection in Anoka. Unfortunately, I had to run through like a maniac because I was running late to meet my friend. Here are a few (and that is a massive understatement) of the gems:

super gorgeous vintage radios

(this dealer had TONS)

antique operator phone

I don't know if you can read the button in the middle

but it reads "Please Answer Promptly."

I love text on just about anything,

especially the old fonts used in the 20's.

antique industrial fans

For anyone who has been to my house it's obvious

I have a problem with these fans. A real unhealthy obsession.

And I don't feel bad about it.

vintage clothespin

How cute is this little guy? I would love him

holding a picture on my wall.

old ammunition case

I love old raw boxes and here is another example

of great text. Also, you can barely see it but there

is raw rope strung on both sides of the box. Love.

super old antique microphone

I'm kind of obsessed with this piece. It took

everything in me not to fork the $35 bucks

and bring it home. Maybe next time.

How gorgeous is that detail and worn cord?

Sigh.

honey cans!

Perfect for storing just about anything.

Great labels, great pair. I wanted

to buy these for someone as a gift.

antique rocking chair

I love the masculinity of this chair.

Most rocking chairs feel very feminine

which isn't totally my cup 'o tea.

This chair is sexy and probably smokes cigars.

primitive mexican beads

When I go antiquing I am always on the hunt

for primitive pieces. They are like little gifts

to my soul. These beads would look great

hanging simply on a white wall next to a

painting or grouping of photographs.

Simple, raw, white. Like me.

So as you can see, I definitely recommend Antiques on Main as your main stop in Anoka. Cliche? Probably. But it's worth it and you won't be disappointed that most of your treasure hunting day was spent there. At the end of the day what did I buy from AonM? Believe it or not, just a bracelet. But believe you me- that microphone WILL be on my shelf one of these days..