Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Time For A Sale!!

Ya know, it’s just the beginning of August but, I’m sure noticing the Halloween decorations popping up!  We've had a few already in the mall with more coming in this last weekend.  Don’t wait too long or they will be gone! August 9th and 10th are the dates for the last parking lot sale of the year for us.  This is when we fill the field beside the mall as well as parts of the parking lot with more inventory.  The mall is offering 10% off but many of the vendors offer even deeper discounts.  This is also the weekend for “Aurora Colony Days” so you really need to wander into Aurora this weekend! Wander into the mall even after the sale dates as we have been having some beautiful antique furniture coming in the door.  Eastlake style from the Victorian era as well as primitive. Just stop by to say “hi” if nothing else.  Do subscribe to our quarterly newsletter at southendantiquemall@gmail.com and keep up with all that's happening at South End Antique Mall!

                                                                Beautiful antique coat rack


Very unusual baking cabinet



The field is just beginning to fill up!





Friday, July 11, 2025

Grandma's Treasure Chest


I think I have written about sewing baskets before, but it is time to revisit them! These little boxes and baskets are treasure troves! The seamstress of the family used whatever was handy to stash her sewing gear.  The tin box at the left, is an old Sunshine Biscuit box.  You will find wicker baskets, woven baskets, sewing stands, etc.  They were all lovingly used.  The thing that makes them treasure troves is what was stashed in them.  They weren’t just for buttons and needles; I have found bus tokens, little pieces of gold, tiny toys, garters, foreign coins, small photographs, notes on scraps of paper, and broken jewelry.  Just to name a few!  They contain elegant jeweled buttons as well as that old coat button you are missing. The styles of “intentional” sewing stands have changed throughout the years.  They were little stands with legs and a lid that opened.  It could sit by your chair as you worked!  Watch out for these little treasures as you shop and don’t pass them up!

South End Antique Mall has a few new vendors that you must check out! Man cave and ephemera collectibles to be found in abundance! If you want to keep up with what is happening at South End Antique Mall, sign up for our quarterly E-Newsletter at southendantiquemall@gmail.com.   











Thursday, May 8, 2025

Visit Us During Our Crazy May Days!

 

This is a crazy busy month!  Mother’s Day is May 11th this year.  That is this coming Sunday! I hope you are ready for mom or any special woman in your life.  May is our Anniversary Month! Help us celebrate our 20th Birthday and our very humble beginnings as a pickle factory. This is a big one!  This is the first of our parking lot sales this year.  The entire store, the parking lot and the tents in the field next to the mall are all 10% off with many vendors offering even deeper discounts! The sale is held Memorial Day Weekend; Saturday May 24th through Monday, May 26th.  Come help us celebrate!

On top of that, we have two new vendors!   You must visit and check out Dennis, vendor# 8800 located upstairs, on the back right side, and Roger, vendor#6602 located downstairs in a locked case in our back hallway.  Both vendors have a huge assortment of very unusual and classic treasures to offer.

Be sure to join us for this very busy month!  Always treasure to be found!



Our new vendor has some very unusual collectibles!




                                       
    
                                         This vendor has some great
                                    ephemera and military collectibles









Sunday, April 6, 2025

So Much To Do!!

I hope we are finally moving out of the frigid temps!  My Daffodils are in full bloom and the tulips are right behind them.  It’s time to start thinking about your spring décor, and that includes lots of bunnies and eggs! Easter is April 20th this year so you have lots of time to “fill your baskets”.  We can help you with that.  Our vendors have been bringing in everything to do with Easter.  Right behind Easter is Mother’s Day, Sunday May 11th.  You have plenty of time to get both things taken care of early! If your mother, or special lady in your life, loves collectibles, we probably have what she needs. Keep tabs on what’s going on in Aurora by connecting with exploreauroraoregon.com!  May 3rd and 4th is their first annual “Spring Sip and Stroll” event.  South End Antique Mall is participating in it!  More information on the event and how to get tickets is found at: https://www.exploreauroraoregon.com/spring-sip-and-stroll.  Enjoy spring while we have it!


Vintage Easter Basket



Vintage brooch

Chintz covered butter

Great selection of pottery
 
Basket and egg cups


Vintage shakers


   
                                                                          






















        













Sunday, February 9, 2025

BRRRRR!!!!!

It’s dark!  It’s gloomy!  We are in the midst of winter and need a little color in our lives!  It’s so easy to just add a touch of color here or there when you browse an antique mall.  It may be colorful lamps, glassware, or art.  You just need to see that one thing you know will make winter a little easier to live through!  Lately, we have had some really beautiful pieces of needlework coming through the door.  They are usually full of color and will fit in any room.  Kitchenware is also another easy way to get pops of color as well.   If you want to keep up on the events at South End Antique Mall, you can request to be included in our quarterly e-newsletter by emailing us at southendantiquemall@gmail.com.  Make plans to stop by and visit soon!  We have lots of color to share with you!


Butterfly Cross Stitch
Love the cat!!
Orange and red! Beautiful!

Rose Cross Stitch













Saturday, January 11, 2025

February is the Month of Love!

 The rush of Christmas is past.  I love having the sparkle and special feelings of Christmas, but am ready to see what the new year brings!  Our first special day of the new year is Valentine’s Day.  The origins of Valentine’s Day are pretty vague, but it seems that it didn’t become a day of romance until the 14th century.   However it came to be, it’s a day set aside to tell your special person that you love them!  Now, I am a firm believer of doing this every day, but a special day to focus on someone special in your life is so welcome!  Our vendors have been busy bringing in special treats for your special Valentine.  We are having our first store wide sale of the year February 7th – 9th.  You will find great discounts all over the mall. Our entry is changing again so make sure you stop by and check out the new look! If you want to keep up on the events at South End Antique Mall, you can request to be included in our quarterly e-newsletter by emailing us at southendantiquemall@gmail.com.


Antique cape and coin purse


Vintage candy boxes can be filled and presented again!


Such a sweet little piggy bank!


Your gift does not have to be candy!


 


 



 


 









Monday, December 9, 2024

And So Another Year Ends!!

We want to thank you all for visiting us this last year! We loved seeing all of you again and making new friends.  Our vendors went above and beyond this last year to fill our mall with quality antiques, vintage furniture, collectibles, beautiful artwork and just great stuff!  We are already planning for special events for 2025 and would be honored to have you continue to shop with us.  We have a quarterly e-newsletter you can request that will keep you updated on what’s happening at South End Antique Mall! Send us a message at southendantiquemall@gmail.com and request to be added to the list.  We wish you all the best in the New Year and look forward to seeing you again soon!


Sweet Head Vase