How long have I known Rich & Nila Siok?  I think close to 20 years (actually 17).  They are the best!  Hysterically funny and great eBay resources.  They have run the Chicago Area eBay and eCommerce Sellers Meet up Group for years!

Can’t wait to Zoom with y’all from the store tonight.  We will talk retail, eBay and all things life related.  This is a picture of us from a few years back HAHAHA.

It starts at 5 pm Pacific.  Here is a link to the Zoom call.  See you soon!

Topic: Zoom Meeting with The Queen Of Auctions Lynn Dralle
Time: May 17, 2023 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)  5:00 PACIFIC

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In other eBay related news, you may be very happy to know that I am back to writing Antiques from A to Z.  I am going to finish it by the end of June!

Currently, working on Volume 9 P & Q and having a blast revisiting my grandmother’s notes.  It is almost like I am spending time with her.  However, writing for long periods of time, can be exhausting.  Just ask Carlos and Cha Cha who were hanging out with me in my office yesterday.  Hahahaha.

Happy Thursday—Oops! Not… it is Wednesday! Wanted to get this out early so y’all can join the call tonight.  Now for some fun arrivals for you to check out.

These handmade wings made from Ventura driftwood are the bomb. Get beachy vibes for just $125.00 with Ventura Driftwood Angel Wings

This coffee table is perfect for lazy Sunday afternoons or Netflix marathons! Sauder Coffee Table Brown/Black $145.00

Frida (Art by Sylvia Raz) $995.00  How cool is this unique piece of art?

Check out this beautiful White Mermaid Drop Leaf Table! Painted with Annie Sloan paint and a Redesign with Prima Transfer (we carry all of these products!), this piece is sure to make a splash (lol get it?) in any room. Priced at $325.

Asian Ceramic Woman Lamp $249.00

Asian Cane Painted Bench with Transfer (Annie Sloan paint with IOD Transfer) $395.00 So amazing and done by our very own employee, Susan!

Check out these awesome cutting boards that are perfect for all your kitchen adventures! Switch up your kitchen game and make cooking even more fun.

Pineapple Cutting Board $19.95
Lil’ Surfer Shiplap Cutting Board $17.95

California Shiplap Cutting Board $27.95
Destination California Cutting Board $29.95

These throw blankets are perfect for chilly nights or lazy days on the couch. Grab yours now at an affordable price!

Sentinel Cotton Throw $33.95
Red Rock Cotton Throw $25.95

We’re still looking for bigger sizes and cool, one-of-a-kind clothing. Call or Text to set up an appointment.

Land Line  805-628-9208
Cell Phone  805-470-6493

Also, new hours in the clothing boutique:

Weds & Thurs  11-3
Fri & Sat           11-5
Sunday              11-3

Thanks for checking out our new arrivals!

Remember to drop by our store or browse our website. We’ll keep you posted with more cool things, and as usual, we really appreciate your ongoing support!

Take care and SEE YOU SOON! Indy, Me and Houston!

Thanks for reading my ezines!  I appreciate it….as always!

eBay with Heart & Design with Heart……Lynn

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Why in the world was I out in a field this past Saturday from 3 pm to 8 pm?  Because two of my awesome customers, Tina & Tere Cruz, invited me and a plus one to a “private” Outstanding in the Field Event.  OMG!  What a treat.  It was an amazing experience!

I text my friend Chris, who I did the Spain Semester with at USC, and said “Are you available for a really cool event on Saturday, May 6th”?  He got divorced a few years ago and is living his best life and this is his year of only saying “Yes”.  So, he text me back, “Yes, my Saturday is wide open.  I am game for anything short of jumping out of an airplane.”  LOL!

It was held at Rancho el Rincon in Carpinteria.  First, we had Margaritas and sat in Adirondack chairs overlooking the ocean.  While sitting there, the OITF (Outstanding in the Field) staff brought by some of the most amazing appetizers!

Just to give you an idea of the caliber of food served, here is a list of the appetizers:

-Baja California Kumiai Oysters:  JJ’s Lone Daughter Ranch Kumquat, Pickled Fresno Chili
-Mini Blue Corn Barbacaoa Tacos:  JJ’s Lone Daughter Ranch Avocados, Tomatillo Salsa, Queso Resco & Pickled Red Onion
-Quesabirria con Huitlachoche y Hongos
-Superior Farms Borrego Tare-Tare:  Aleppo Pepper, Roasted Garlic, Spring Onion, Finley Farms Little Gem

Drinks served with the appetizer course were:

-2022 Land of Saints Rose of Grenache Santa Barbara
-Yola Mezcal Margarita w Rancho el Rincon Limon

Here we are toasting the amazing day and also Chris and me with Tere and Tina.

After cocktail hour, we got a tour from Nick, who’s family owns the farm and Rincon Tropics.  What a treat to check out the avacados, passion fruit and tangerines.  Then it was dinner at a long table for 40 of us.

Outstanding in the Field is very well known and they are famous for hosting Farm to Table events all over the World.  Tina and her sister, Tere, have been to many of these events from Mexico to Hearst Castle.  For those of you who may remember from one of my past ezines, I took my kids to an Outstanding in the Field at Hearst Castle.  Here is a link to that ezine “Empty Nest…Full Store” if you want to read more.

During dinner we got some fun pictures.  Here is Chris with Seth (from Outstanding in the Field) and Tina.  Here I am with Tere and her cousin.

The event ended with a surprise Mariachi band.  And I want to show you what my plate and the menu looked like.

What an epic day!  So much fun.  Chris and I grabbed a ride down the hill from some of our new friends into Carp after and hit up a local bar and then ubered home.  LOL!  Epic is an understatement.  Thank you Tina & Tere from the bottom of my heart!

Before I forget, after I posted some photos on Instagram/Facebook, I got a text from one of my sorority sisters, Kathy Aicher.  She was like “I know Tina…her family owned my favorite Mexican Restaurant.”  NO WAY!  And the restaurant was famous.

It was called Ernie Jrs and was in Pasadena and Eagle Rock.  Although, Tina & Tere’s dad founded the original Ernie’s back in North Hollywood almost 70 years ago.  Wow!

Check out this article about them closing back in 2014.  So interesting!  And this is what the Mid Century Sign looked like.  They were in business for almost 60 years.  Really reminds me of my grandmother and how she was in business for 52 years.  Both institutions and very sad days when they both shut down.

Enough about me and my fun life….LOL!

Happy Thursday! Some really fun arrivals for you to check out.

Say hello to this new addition — Red Asian Lacquer Cabinet Ballard Design $895.00.

Come see it in person!

Painted White Tall dresser with Transfer $295.00  Painted and designed by one of my favorite employees, Susan!

This stunning Green Painted Console will surely freshen up your living space! $795.

Square Glass Coffee Table — price has been dropped to $116.00! 

Rustic Wine Rack with Drawer $149.50

Vanity Set  With Chair and Mirror $195.00

Acme Furniture Table Base Chrome price has been reduced to $297.  All it needs is a glass or wood top and you have an amazing entryway console.  This table base retails for almost $2,000.

Green Tall Painted Armoire $795.00

Marble Top Antique Washstand $445.00

Attention Clothing Consignors: We are looking for unique, one-of-a-kind, funky and higher-end clothing. Larger sizes are greatly appreciated!

We are in desperate need of Medium, Large and Extra Large Women’s Clothing.

Call or Text to set up an appointment.

Land Line  805-628-9208
Cell Phone  805-470-6493

Also, new hours in the clothing boutique:

Weds & Thurs  11-3
Fri & Sat           11-5
Sunday              11-3

$uper $ale! — Score big on comfort and savings with our Alpendale Fabric Power Reclining Sofa Light Grey and Carey Leather Power Reclining Loveseat with Power Headrest Brown! Get them now for just $400 each.

Our new Natural Miniature Cast Iron Birds are perfect for adding a rustic flair. Grab yours now for just $5.95 each!

Brighten up your space with these lovely coasters! Sunflower Coaster Set

Get your set now for only $17.95

Freshen up your space with our new Botanical Wall Decor Burlap! Perfect for adding a touch of nature to your home, this casual piece is $69.50.

These figurines bring a charming and laid-back vibe to any room. Only 2 pieces in stock, grab yours now for just $14.95 each. Shop before they fly away!

Shorebird Sisal Figurine

Thanks for checking out our new arrivals!

Remember to drop by our store or browse our website. We’ll keep you posted with more cool things, and as usual, we really appreciate your ongoing support!

Take care and SEE YOU SOON! Me, Houston, Emma, and Indy!   Oh and HAPPY MOTHER’s DAY!!

It is not too late to get a great gift for your mom.  We have gift certificates!

And they can be issued in any amount.  Here are some examples….

$50 gift certificate.
$100 gift certificate.

 Thanks for reading my ezines!  I appreciate it….as always!

eBay with Heart & Design with Heart……Lynn

Past Newsletters…All can be found on our Blog.

P.S.  If you have a friend who wants to sign up for this newsletter.

Happy Thursday!  If you missed last week’s full length ezine, you can find it here. 

A great surprise visit yesterday from Robin & Harvey  and their puppies, Guinness & Tootsie.  Cha Cha was thrilled to meet new friends.

On their way to the store Robin text me that the dogs were with them and I text back and said “Should I bring Cha Cha to the store to meet them…good or bad idea?”  and she said “Good Idea!  My dogs are very friendly”.

I text back, “Mine too!” and they do say that dogs take after their owners.  And Robin and I are both very friendly.

Robin and I first met back in 1985 when I was the Housewares Department Manager at May Company Wilshire and she was the Women’s Clothing Manager.  We immediately became friends and this friendship is one that I cherish.

Her husband Harvey was CEO of Moosejaw, Eddie Bauer and Blue Nile to name a few.  It was great to get his take on my store.  He had some great suggestions!  Here we are in the store :).

The store is jam packed and waiting for you to come in and check out our latest arrivals.  We are super full with furniture but are still looking for some items for Fun Fashions.

For the clothing store….

Larger Sizes
Designer Purses (have been selling really well so thank you for those!)
Higher end shoes/boots
Spring colors
Shorts
Short Sleeve Tops
Lightweight Sweaters
Summer Dresses
Ventura LOVES Casual Dressy!

Great Selling Brands:  Cabi, Free People, Johnny Was, J Jill, Ann Taylor/Loft, J Crew

Hours in Fun Fashions

Weds  11-3
Thurs  11-3
Fri  11-5
Sat 11-5
Sun 11-3

To make an appointment please call or text.

Land Line  805-628-9208
Cell  805-470-6493

Check ou the Keyes Fabric Sectional Orange Manual Adjustable Headrest  has just arrived.

Priced at $995.00, this sectional has some defects and is being sold AS IS.  Still a great piece to totally update your space.

Large Mexican Animal Surround Multi-Colored Mirror $195.50

Just in…. antique sideboard in distressed style for $695.00! It’s got a drawer for your stuff and adds some old world vibes to your home.

Distressed Antique Sideboard with 1 Drawer

Glacier Bay Bath Vanity Cabinet Weathered Tan $295.00  All it needs is a granite top and sink and you are good to go.

Get ready to relax in style with this must-have piece! Arm Chair Nail Head Trim $195.00

Cassandra Gillens The Laundry Shoppe Print Artist Signed $295.00

White Beachy Side Table $69.50

Teal Blue Cabinet $325.00

Baggu’s Spring Collection is here and it’s everything! Don’t miss out on these cute bags, blankets, and cooler bags,  that’ll give you all the spring feels.

Puffy Cooler Bag Pool $58.00
Puffy Cooler Bag Grass $58.00

Drawstring Backpack Green Awning Stripe $48.00

Camera Crossbody Black & White Pixel 
Camera Crossbody Avocado
Camera Crossbody Clouds
Camera Crossbody Black

Standard Baggu Rose Pixel Gingham $14.00

Standard Baggu Mint Pixel Gingham $14.00

Puffy Picnic Blanket Clouds $70.00
Puffy Picnic Blanket Pool $70.00

Thanks for checking out our new arrivals!

Don’t forget to visit us in-store or check out our website. Stay tuned for more updates and as always, thank you for your continued support!

Take care and SEE YOU SOON! Me, Indy, and Houston!

Thanks for reading my ezines!  I appreciate it….as always!

eBay with Heart & Design with Heart……Lynn

Past Newsletters…All can be found on our Blog.

P.S.  If you have a friend who wants to sign up for this newsletter.