On Saturday, Layla and I headed up to the Nashville Flea Market to check it out. We had both heard good things about it, so I was anxious to see it for myself. We did enjoy it a lot and by far, the best things to be found are outside the buildings.
I have very fond memories of Lakewood Antiques in Atlanta and have been there countless times over the years. Color me sad when that placed closed down a few years ago. I think many of us are still mourning that one. The Nashville flea market has a bit of the same vibe as the old Lakewood market, but it’s not nearly as big. 
(Kim, Layla, Rhoda)
As August usually is, it was a hot day at the market and we felt every bit of it. We were there about 3 hours and saw plenty until we couldn’t take the heat any longer. We also met up with our friend, Kim at Twice Remembered Cottage. We had met her earlier this year at the Blissdom conference and she lives in the area. Fun to see her again. 
So, come on along with us and we’ll show you some junk that we saw. Plenty of good junk too! Loved this mantle/shelf thingie that would be great on the wall.
Ahhh, blue shutters that were oh so pretty. In just that perfect shade of turquoise. 
Browsing with some water on hand. You gotta have water when it’s this hot out.
Loved this lantern that might have been made out of reclaimed wood. So pretty, I think it was $50. 
All these colorful old bottles caught my eye too. 
I think these were some sort of old grain scoops, maybe. They were really cool looking. Would be great for hanging on the wall to sort things. 
Layla checking out some vintage stuff. 
These were candle holders that were pretty cute.
Glass floats. I loved these, but don’t know where in the world I’d put something this big. They were $25 each or 5 for $100, so not that bad. But, they are huge. 
Cowhide chairs and rugs. 
Zebra is still making a big showing. 
Some old fans waiting to be taken home. 
Farmhouse table. These sure are popular now. 
A painted and distressed table and chairs that were already sold, I thought this set was very pretty. 
These old seltzer bottles are always pretty to me, but at $200 a little much. 
White painted furniture is still the rage too. 
One booth of nothing but crystal chandeliers. 
Rusty old gates. 
One dealer had a whole slew of vintage beadboard stuff, which was quite pretty. These were benches. 
And check out the beadboard bed. I thought this was pretty clever. 
Some very unique items at this shop. 
More beadboard shelves. 
Ceiling tins. 
This was a really cool piece and the dealer said it was already sold and that they were going to put a slab of granite on top and use it as a kitchen island. 
These old carts with wheels are still popular as coffee tables. Rustic and chic. 
Old sign letters. 
Plenty of painted furniture. 
Loved this pair of glass cabinet doors, in a pretty shade of aqua. 
And saw a sweet little puppy along the way.
A whole area of old hardware and vintage baubles. 
Set of chairs for the taking. 
Layla, trying out an old bench.
And this was either a really HUGE dough bowl or some sort of trough. We figured it was a horse trough or something. 
Painted corner piece. 
Huge set of wood corbels, these would be gorgeous in the right kind of house. 
I didn’t buy a thing. Remember, we are having a yardsale in 2 weeks and I need to pare down, not bring more home. It was fun looking though. Definitely worth it if you are in the area.
Layla found a ladder that she couldn’t live without, for $10. 
We couldn’t figure out how to get the seats folded down in the backseat of her car, sooooooo……..
We drove home like this all the way back to Birmingham.
That didn’t stop us from talking non-stop the WHOLE way back though. It was so much fun to spend some time with this girl and browse a flea market again. The last time we did that was last year at the Longest Yardsale.
Always a fun time!
REMINDER: Layla and I are having a HUGE yardsale on Saturday, September 11th, at my house in Birmingham, so if you are in the area, I hope you’ll come on out and see us. It’s going to be a LOT of fun and we will have a TON of stuff, between the 2 of us.
That looks like so much fun! I am a new follower and can’t wait to see what you have next to share with us! 🙂
oh my goodness, i wouldn’t know where to look first! so many great looking treasures.
Looks like a day well spent!
How fun. Love the sign letters and beadboard. The seltzer bottles for $200 though? Crazy.
Looks like you had a lot of fun. I wish I lived near you, I would be at your yard sale. You always show so many goodies.
Looks like you gals had a great time. You sure saw a lot of fabulous stuff. Wow, I really wish I could come to your yard sale. I’m a little too far away though in Michigan. 😉
these finds ar truly UH-MAZE-ING!!!!
Wish I knew you so yo could show me the ropes, lol!
thanks for sharing and thanks for hosting!
Oh that looks like so much fun. Layla had been teasing us with here pictures on facebook, but now with all your pictures it almost feels like I was there too with you guys (without the heat that is, we have fallen head first into Fall over here).
Those shutters would have been mine for sure, oh and that ladder!
But good on you for restraining yourself!
Rhoda, do you remember how much those ceiling tins were? I’d love to snag one of those the next time I’m in Nashville. Thanks!
Lori, I didn’t price those, sorry!
Hey Rhoda,
Thanks for the sweet tweet on my kitchen! And I’m gonna be heading to Clarksville in a month or so and wondered about the locale of this great market? And do you happen to know days/hours they’re open?
Thanks so much dearie!
xo,
edie
Edie, check out Layla’s post today! She has all that info on there.
That flea market looks awesome. Glad you had a good time. Even if you don’t buy anything it’s still fun to look and take photos! Wish I was closer so I could attend the yard sale.
Rhoda,
Lakewood Antiques is still here it is in Cumming ga,on atlanta hwy,it is a great show,always the third weekend of the month, come check it out,we have alot of great venders with good prices
Hi, Peg, I have been to the Cumming location a few years ago when they first opened. But, I have to say it still is not the same as the old Lakewood Fairgrounds market was. That place was just perfect with all the buildings & I just don’t think it can be duplicated.
So glad to read your review. I’m in TN, about 3 hours from the flea market. I hope to visit this fall (once it’s cooled down a bit).
BTW, I use a few of those fish floats in our landscaping. I also have two smaller ones in our little water garden!
Thanks for the review . . .
tina
Looks awesome! What strength you had not to buy something! I don’t think I could have resisted all those pretty treasures!
Mary Ellen
Hi Rhoda! Thanks for hosting!
My daughter Jamie lives in n’ville. I rarely get to visit on the weekend that the flea market is in town. She lives so close to the fairgrounds, so it’s very convenient. For example, I was in n’ville the weekend BEFORE the flea market, as she was in NYC this past weekend. Whenever I’m planning a visit, I’ll say “Is the flea market this weekend?” 🙂
She however got to go to the Brooklyn Flea while visiting NYC this past weekend! I can’t wait to see what SHE got!
have a great week! Thanks for sharing your visit to the flea with us.
gail
Ooooh, Gail! I would love to go to the Brooklyn flea. I may never make it up to that one though.
Hi Rhoda.
You girls look like you had so much fun. Your pictures are terrific. I live in Nashville and have never been to the flea market. Thanks for bringing us along.
Rhoda –
I think I need to plan a road trip down south. You, Kim and Layla are all to blame for my blogging. I mean, (ahem) you inspired me!
Seems like there was something for everyone there. I too am paring down and simplifying. I admire your ability to just say no!
Your Friend,
Deborah
I just love the Nashville flea market! I have been there many times and enjoy it each time! Your pictures made me want to go again! Thanks for sharing!
Looks like a really fun time Rhoda!! Some great stuff there. I loved those turquoise shutters too.
I just wanted to tell you that I saw your ad for disc hangers awhile back, (and the post) and ordered some! I got them over the weekend, and they are amazing! thanks!!! 🙂
If only I would have stayed in Birmingham a little longer on my vacation I could have gone to your garage sale! I really enjoyed What’s on 2nd and Jim Reed Books. I wish we had something like that here in Houston.