Site Visit...Empire Mine State Park

It's been awhile again…

And summer is finally really coming to an end.

I'm not quite willing to accept this yet. Summer is definitely

my favorite season. I wish it could last forever.

Just because I haven't been busy writing blog posts, doesn't mean I haven't been exploring our new area. I was able to do several site visits this summer. The first on the list was

Empire Mine State Park. 

This is one of the gorgeous ceremony spots ~

what an amazing backdrop!

There are so many gorgeous spots for photos of the

bride & groom ~ have I mentioned how much I love greenhouses!

This sweet little breezeway could be perfect for a

drink station or room for a guestbook ~ I love the light.

Look at these gorgeous archways & brickwork ~ which leads into this sweet little courtyard.

I think it would make the perfect backdrop for

cocktail hour ~ what do you think?

And here are a bunch of beautiful images from 

Katie White Photography

showing Empire Mines full potential for your special day.

And I was told that the Rose Garden is gorgeous

when it's blooming in May. We'd love to be a part of

your special day helping you create

your unique vision.

Check out our website & contact us so we can

create your vision for you wedding or photoshoot.

Cheers ~ Erica

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And More Inventory Images

Yep. We've been busy sourcing lots of new

{FURNITURE}

pieces for you to include in any of your events

{Addison White Vanity}

{Anna Seafoam Dresser}

{Hayden Industrial Cart}

{Jenna Drop-leaf Table}

{Chelsea French-style Chairs}

{Genevieve French Chairs}

And some unique

{LARGE DETAILS}

{Colfax Green Wood Ladder}

{Mimi Wood Ironing Board}

{Metal Flower Stands}

Get in touch with us to secure the items for your

wedding, event or photoshoot. We can't wait to see how

you'll include these items into your special day.

Check out our website for more items & our services.

Cheers ~ Erica

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New Inventory Images

As I mentioned in my previous post I've been busy with a lot,

but blogging has not been one of them…

I have been busy scoring a lot of new LOOT though.

Here is a sample of some of the new items that haven't even made it to the website yet.

And speaking of summer…we have a ton of fun items for your

summer weddings & parties.

{Piper Croquet Set}

{Green Metal Cooler}

{Soda Crates}

{Tennis Rackets}

{Addie Red Tricycle}

{Blue Barn Metal Star}

{Galvanized Watering Cans}

{Driftwood Centerpieces}

And more

{LITTLE DETAILS}

perfect for any season or event

{Enamel Coffee Pitchers}

{Coffee Bean Scale}

{Small Globe}

{Copper Coffee Pot}

{Stacked Sewing Bins}

{Cigar Boxes}

{Silver Pitchers}

{Gold Framed Chalkboard}

{Tall Glass Cake Stand}

{Purple Jars ~ Set of 3}

{Monogrammed Silver Pitcher}

And make sure to check out the Instagram feed

for all of the latest inventory!

Check out our website & contact us so we can

create your vision for you wedding or photoshoot.

Cheers ~ Erica

Summer Projects

Wow! Where did the summer go!?!

I can't believe July just flew by

& we're midway through August.

So, we've been busy trying to get through ALL of our projects before winter arrives. We haven't actually completed any of them, but we've been busy. Here's a little bit of what
we've been working on...

• The Barn: converting an old tack room / shed into my new studio ~ yay! I couldn't be more excited about finishing this project, but as with everything…it's taking longer than expected. This will end up being my showroom for all our {VINTAGE RENTALS}.
• Utilities & Electrical: We're upgrading our electrical system to current standards & moving our incoming service. My sweetie is learning a lot about electrical systems. We're also upgrading our propane & water systems so we can finally have a washer & dryer hooked up & our gorgeous Viking stove functioning. I can't wait!
• Property Clean-up: We're still clearing all the slash & destruction from the logging operation we took on in April. We need one (maybe 2) more day(s) of chipping to get through the piles of limbs & a few days with our neighbors tractor grating & cleaning up the property. We're hoping to have our Meadow back next Spring & the property ready to start some fun outdoor projects: garden beds, greenhouse, chicken coop, small orchard, horseshoe pit, front patio & who knows what else...
• Winter Weatherizing: We have tons of work on the exterior of the house that needs to be buttoned up before winter shows up. Replacing gutters, patching up stucco walls, sealing & painting exterior walls & eves. And who knows maybe replacing some old windows with new double-paned ones & putting a french door into our breezeway. We'll see that might be wishful thinking this year.
• Vintage Rental Projects: I also finally completed a few projects that have been on the list for a looong time now. I kept thinking I would start some projects once I got my workroom/office finished, but it quickly got filled up with inventory & I couldn't get anything done in there. So then we started working on The Barn & I thought I'd start once that was completed, but like I mentioned above, it's taking a little longer than expected. So I finally needed to complete some things for our recent photo shoot at Cavallo Point (more to come later on this).
• Chalkboards: His & Hers a few pieces of plywood, chalkboard paint & a vintage gold picture frame & scratched silver tray. Time for a makeover. Here's the BEFORE...

And AFTER…

With gorgeous writing from Jenna from JennaBeth Photography.

These will be added to the {VINTAGE RENTAL} collection soon.

• Table: Jenna Sweetheart Drop-leaf Table I've had this sweet little table for years…always knowing I would paint it, but never seemed to get around to it. I had thoughts of painting it an apple green or bright orange, but good ol' farmhouse white won over once again. So here it is BEFORE...

And AFTER…

Find this soon on the website here…

These were perfect for the photoshoot!

I can't wait to complete more projects soon.

What have you been busy with this summer?

Check out our website & contact us so we can

create your vision for you wedding or photoshoot.

Cheers ~ Erica

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And…We have a winner!!

The winner of our first contest has been chosen…

Amber Johnsen

You are the winner of our

GOLD COUNTRY WEDDING GIVEAWAY!!!

Prize Pack includes:
*25% off our {VINTAGE RENTALS}*
*Our {VINTAGE RENTALS} Engagement Package*



*Wine + Gold Country Box from Hazel Lane*



*Beautiful Butterflies Cake Topper from By Madeline Trait*

Send us an email so we can get all these goodies to you.

Congratulations!!

Cheers ~ Erica

Five Faves for Friday…Bridal Shower Props

I'm not sure how another week went by, but

Happy Friday!

Are you planning a bridal shower

or having one yourself?

A few ideas for your day with all your fabulous ladies…

1. Vintage Cake Serves & Ruffled Cake Stand

use a bright & festive cake stand by itself

or display a bunch to create a dessert station

find ours here

2. Milk Glass Bud Vases & pretty flowers

bunch vases together or line the center of your table

& include bright flowers for a simple display

find all of our rental vases here

3. Unique Cake Topper for your pretty cake

choose the perfect cake topper as your centerpiece

you can use something a little flashier & more unique

than the classic piece you might be using for the big day

find out how to WIN this Beautiful Butterflies Cake Topper here

4. A special seat for the bride-to-be

rent our Kathryn Chair or use one of your favorites to

offer the gal of the day her own little thrown so she feels like a queen

ours is up for rent here

5. Fabulous invites

this starts the entire day out on the perfect note

plenty of options to be found on etsy, like the one above here

What do you have planned for the bride-to-be?

Highlighting Creative Women ~ Vendor #2: ByMadelineTrait

BY MADELINE TRAIT

design for life's celebrations

So, I met the lovely Madeline last fall at the

Flax DIY Wedding Fair (read all about it here) &

ran into her again at the LOVE/MAKE Wedding Fair this April

(read about that fun collaboration here). She is a

super creative design star! She started out in the

architecture & interior design world, but allowed her creative

side to take hold & she launched ByMadelineTrait back in 2009

(read a little more about that here).

She creates super fun & whimsical cake toppers…

LOVE!

See my previous post all about

unique cake toppers for more inspiration here.

All her work starts with her amazing illustrations. Did I mention how creative she is?!? Then the cake toppers are laser cut on thin plywood & she finishes them by hand painting them.

They are so gorgeous & make a statement at any celebration.

They're rustic & fancy all in one sweet little package.

One of my current favorites from her is the Sailing Ships

with the perfect amount of sparkle. Great for a going away party or a nautical-themed party. Just fabulous!

And now to the GIVEAWAY we're hosting…

You could be the winner of this gorgeous Butterfly Cake Topper.

Use it for your bridal shower & then re-use for your daughters birthday. Yes! It's that fantastic!

Find all of the details for the Giveaway here.

And find all of Madeline's goodness below...

website: www.madelinetrait.com

Also follow along on twitter, facebook & instagram

Gold Country Wedding Giveaway

We're super thrilled to announce our very first GIVEAWAY!!!

the 

GOLD COUNTRY WEDDING GIVEAWAY

We've finally settled into our life here in the
Gold Country

& we wanted to share a bit of it with you
while celebrating the launch of our new website
www.tinrooffarmhouse.com.

Enter to win by any (or all) of the following methods:

Facebook www.facebook.com/tinrooffarmhouse

Like us & share our contest announcement

Instagram http://instagram.com/tinrooffarmhouse

Follow us & repost our contest announcement

Twitter https://twitter.com/tinrooffarm

Follow us & retweet our contest announcement

Pinterest http://www.pinterest.com/tinrooffarm/

Follow our boards & repin our contest announcement

***And include your name in any of the comments
with "ENTER TO WIN"***

PRIZE PACK INCLUDES:

25% off our {VINTAGE RENTALS} for your NorCal wedding &

An Engagement Package of {VINTAGE RENTALS} for a photoshoot in the Gold Country from Tin Roof Farmhouse

The Wine & Gold Country Classic Box from Hazel Lane

A Beautiful Butterflies Cake Topper from By Madeline Trait

~ the fine print ~

One winner will be chosen by random on 6/27 & announced on the Tin Roof Farmhouse blog on 6/30.
Winner will need to respond to tinrooffarmhouse@gmail.com with shipping address within 48 hours or a new winner will be chosen.
Items will be shipped by 7/15 & the rentals will need to be secured (with 50% deposit) by 12/31/14.
Hazel Lane box & ByMadelineTrait cake topper shipped within the 48 contiguous states, Tin Roof Farmhouse {VINTAGE RENTALS} offered within Northern California, free engagement rentals provided within the Gold Country only & winner needs to provide photographer, site & all other details.
Vintage Rentals can be transferred to a family member or friend.
Void where prohibited by law.
Open to US citizens in the 48 contiguous states ages 18 and up.
Tweets and follows must be PUBLIC to be eligible.
The amount of entrants determines the odds of winning.
We reserve the right to publish winner's name.
The promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter.

Highlighting Creative Women ~ Vendor #1: the poetry store

the poetry store

a typewriter. a poet. a vision.

What a cool business!?!

Silvi of the poetry store can be a part of your

{engagement party}

{bridal shower}

{wedding}

{anniversary party}

{birthday party}

She'll set up the cutest vintage typewriter

& a desk vignette. 

You pick out a unique piece of paper

(mine was stamped with pink chair silhouettes ~ so cute),

tell her what you want the poem to be about

(mine was Tin Roof Farmhouse {VINTAGE RENTALS}),

give her a few key words & then she starts typing away…

And then you have a fabulous little poem…

like

rain falling

on a tin roof

that makes music

of a downpour

so too life

makes music

as you move toward

making the days

fill with

your dreams

waking, building

white farmhouses

and you.

Your own little message in a bottle.

Such a great personal touch for any special event.

The perfect "favor" for your friends to take with them.

Find her at

www.thepoetrystore.net

on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram