Over the hills we go to Renninger’s Vintage Extravaganza
By Jax Maggie
It’s essentially the most fantastic time of the yr! Sure, I do know the vacations are over and summer time remains to be months away. I’m speaking in regards to the magical weekend that each self-respecting vintage, trinket, artwork, junk, and lover of all factor’s classic desires about all yr. The Renninger’s Vintage Extravaganza, February 14-16, positioned on US 441 in Mount Dora, Florida is a picker’s dream.
Think about, rolling hills (sure, I stated hills) coated with lots of of distributors whose superb merchandise is displayed outdoors, unfold throughout 117 acres of land like a tapestry of extremely stunning issues. Classic vinyl and clothes, quirky collectibles from all ages and time, rustic farmhouse décor, midcentury treasures, eclectic artwork items, previous books, posters, and magazines, pottery, porcelain, sports activities and navy memorabilia, and stylish vintage items which might be begging to search out their approach dwelling with you.
Renninger’s options something and the whole lot which you could presumably think about making it…
nicely an “Extravaganza.” A large statue of Bigfoot? Yup! An enormous assortment of stained-glass home windows salvaged from tiny hamlets on the English countryside? Certain! A large Louis Vuitton steamer trunk? Umm… sure, please! You by no means know what you would possibly discover. Whilst you’re there you’ll rub elbows with inside designers, cut price hunters, thrifters, boutique house owners, and curious treasure seekers from throughout the nation.
A day spent on this bustling market needs to be thought of a marathon and never a dash. You will have all day to take it in and even then, you’ll almost definitely not see the whole lot. Be ready to do quite a lot of strolling, carry a wagon or massive baggage (Assume these enormous IKEA blue baggage) to hold your buys, and be able to cut price. Distributors usually tend to strike a deal late every afternoon, particularly on Sunday.
Hungry? Not an issue, there are a number of tasty meals truck choices that characteristic all of your pageant favorites together with just a few hip choices. Wooden-fired pizza washed down with an ice-cold beer was an ideal selection on our final go to.
Whether or not you’re searching for a enjoyable outing with the household, a wonderful day journey with buddies, or for those who’re up for a critical treasure hunt, you’ll not be upset with Renninger’s Vintage Extravaganza. I hope to see you there. I’ll be the blonde pulling a wagon stuffed to the brim with a magnificently superb haul.
— Maggie