Prairie Chic open despite area snowfall

Prairie Chic is open today, despite the snow falling down in the Herington area, so come on in and see us if you are out and about! 

Our sidewalks are now cleared for you to come on in and shop at our store! We've already had several customers stop in and shop, both from Herington and Strong City, visiting our town for a local auction.

These are the two letters, the first written to President James Buchanan explaining the second one. The second letter is written by a person who claims to have been directed by the Spirit of James Polk to write it. It includes references to predict Bleeding Kansas and lists individuals who would later abandon President Buchanan at a crucial time. "He must be careful how he trusts the South where he sees the country in anguish about Kansas' affairs.... I am not sure that Mr. (Sen. Jesse David) Bright (Ind.) will not also abandon him when the news of the War in Kansas reaches Washington." This item would go great to anyone who is greatly interested in Kansas history, American history, or President Polk or President Buchanan.

Are you interested in something to help store some of your items in a room, but something with a nontraditional look? Check out these two items, or for an even larger storage option, we have indoor, climate-controlled units available for you!

We have magazine racks available for your home, too. The prices on these items are $12 (top left), $15 (bottom left) and $18 (yellow/orange).

We are Prairie Chic Handcrafts and Antiques at 9 S. Broadway Herington, KS. Come on in and consign your furniture here, or check out our other vendor booths with vintage and handmade items while you are here, or consider us if you need climate-controlled indoor storage units on a monthly basis, also. We have 10' x 10' for $105 a month or 5' x 7' for $65 a month, plus a $20 one-time administration fee to start your lease. We also have a Pinterest page if you'd like to check that out. We're open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday though Saturday and by appointment Sunday through Tuesday. If you have any other questions or prefer to call with your questions, please contact our store at (785) 258-8004 or the store manager, Stephanie Gilbert, at PrairieChicKansas@gmail.com or (785) 571-3955!

Some thoughts from Prairie Chic owner Denise Homer

I hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful Valentines Day this weekend with all those special loved ones.
It's amazing how quickly the year has started and I'm thrilled to see and check in at Prairie Chic and catch up with all the new selections and finds that have been recently showing up in the store.
Though I'm in Texas, the internet has proven to be a huge part of my enthusiam for what Kansas has to offer both Buyers and sellers alike.
As some might know thru Stephanie fantastic web presence she has introduced me (Denise) has one of the owners of the store.
I also like to think of the stores as huge inspiration or gallery of possibilties for those who love to decorate. My husband Mark often takes a huge sigh of relief that I can't get to the store often and shop for myself since I often show him the site and mention.....look what came in!
I can see some pieces being transformed into delightful gems and new decorative pieces for my home.....but just to far to get to.
Still, I can't help to "Monitor" shop....my version of window shopping and seeing what can be done with the right color and technique of painting.
So I thought I would share a few points with the help of Pinterest, and show you some examples of what the transformation could be with some of the items found in the store.
As some might know, this is what I do professionally in Texas.....and love the finish product and how my clients can't believe the change with the old dreary piece they thought would need to be thrown away.
Here are a couple examples….

Ordinary wood pieces are great to re-do by selecting the right color and prepping the surface for paint. This piece also has nice lines that all it needs to refresh it is to find the right new hardware for the Pottery Barn look.

Metal pieces sometimes are overlooked but shouldn't, with some good cleaning and sanding, choosing the right primer….these solid gems can add bright color to rooms.

One important step for the results to be perfect is prepping correctly, many DIYer's get frustrated when the paint doesn't stick or looks tacky/gummy, this is when the right primer is important. Those shown above are "go to" options as well as shellac base primer for shiny surfaces or MDF. Also remember to clean and sand the surface for a good tooth for paint to stick.

Don't over load your brush or roller but use Flotrol to help make your strokes flow evenly.

You can opt to wax the final piece as a sealer or use non-yellowing clear poly for the top coat.

I'll share more steps later….but with recent inventory, I can't help share and encourage  buyers to see that there are some great potentials in need of some creativity.

Soft neutrals are always a favorite palette in any decor.

Have fun and think about Spring will soon be upon us…it's only paint but it can make a huge impact to your space.

Have Fun!

Tables available for purchase, military cabinets sold same day at Prairie Chic

We have just one night stand in the store right now, available for purchase at $14. Many customers have come in looking for one, so if you have a vintage, an antique one or a quality used night stand that you are no longer needing in your home, we can sell it on consignment for you!

Sometimes customers ask what items sell best in our store. Although it's hard to pinpoint just one item does well, tables usually go out faster than other items do. We have a wide variety of tables of different sizes, shapes, lengths, heights, colors and materials. If you are interested in an item, I have a 24-hour hold policy to allow you to take time to come see it for yourself. Feel free to inquire about something you are seeking but that you do not see pictured. We're happy to help you try to find it!! Here are some pictures of some tables we have available for sale, along with other items in the store.

Sewing table, $40

Shabby chic octagonal table, $10

Green side table and shelves, $22 

 Matching side tables, $25 (pair)

Table, $40

Chairs, $10.50 each

 Round table with four unmatched wood chairs, $200

Round table, $30

Small side table, $30

Some military cabinets we received in on Wednesday were sold the same day! That is exciting! Here is a picture of the items, taken during their short stay inside Prairie Chic!

Military display cabinets -- already sold!!!

Also, if you are creative -- or even if you'd like to learn more about being creative when it comes to scrapbooks, don't forget about the Mini Album Class on Feb. 21. The cost is $20, which includes the class fee and supplies. Those interested in the class just need to bring 10 photos sized 4" x 6", or more smaller photos to fill a 5" x 8 1/2" album. Contact Stephanie at 785-571-3955 to reserve your spot. (Deadline is MONDAY to register.) 

Also consider us if you need climate-controlled indoor storage units on a monthly basis, also. We have 10' x 10' for $105 a month or 5' x 7' for $65 a month, plus a $20 one-time administration fee to start your lease. We're open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday though Saturday and by appointment Sunday through Tuesday. We can help you, no matter what your need is for a purchase, a sale or a rental. For more about our store, see the tab here. To see some of the items we now have for sale, please view the our Facebook  album here. We also have a Pinterest page if you'd like to check that out. If you have any other questions or prefer to call with your questions, please contact our store at (785) 258-8004 or the store manager, Stephanie Gilbert, at PrairieChicKansas@gmail.com or (785) 571-3955!

U.S 77 now open following KDOT bridge replacement project completion

Have you heard the news? The U.S. 77 road construction, just east of Herington has now been completed and the highway is once again open for traffic through the local area. The Kansas Department of Transportation project replaced a highway bridge with a box culvert.

 It's warm enough today to have our front doors open for business -- literally open for your arrival!

Are you traveling from out of town and need to know how to get here? The Prairie Chic store is located at 9 S. Broadway St., Herington, Kan. Here is the Google Map link to help you find your way here.

If you are headed west from Council Grove, travel 24.0 miles east on U.S. 56. Then, at the four-way stop at the intersection of U.S. 77 and U.S. 56, go straight onto Business 56 until you come to Broadway Street. Then turn right to head north 0.2 miles (about four blocks) to Prairie Chic, which is located on the west side (left) of the street.

Or, to come north from the U.S. 50 round-about in Florence, you would travel 30.4 miles on U.S. 77. Then, turn left at the "Y" just north of 300 Avenue, and follow Business 56 through town. (The road will take a sharp right turn at Trapp Street, and you will go four more blocks). Turning left onto Broadway Street and go 0.2 miles north, finding Prairie Chic on the left, just north of Day Street and Central National Bank.

The view of the Prairie Chic building, with a mural painted by Milt Fleming, as shown from 100 block of South Broadway, next to the Central National Bank.

If you are coming south from exit #295 on I-70 in Junction City, head south on U.S. 77 for 26 miles and turn right onto Arnold Street. Follow the road 0.5 miles to the first stop sign on D Street. Turn left and travel 0.2 miles until you get to Main Street (after a small bridge and an open lot on the right). Turn right and travel 0.2 miles until the stop sign at Broadway Street. Turn left and Prairie Chic is located after the second stop sign, on the right side of the road.

If you are headed in from the north and come in through town, this is the view of our building on Broadway Street from the intersection of Walnut Street.

We offer climate-controlled indoor storage units on a monthly basis. We have 10' x 10' for $105 a month or 5' x 7' for $65 a month, plus a $20 one-time administration fee to start your lease. We're open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday though Saturday and by appointment Sunday through Tuesday. For more about our store, see the More about our Store tab here.  To see some of the items we now have for sale, please view the our Facebook  album here. We also have a Pinterest page if you'd like to check that out. If you have any other questions or prefer to call with your questions, please contact our store at (785) 258-8004 or the store manager, Stephanie Gilbert, at PrairieChicKansas@gmail.com or (785) 571-3955!

Scrapbook class planned on Feb. 21 would make great gift!

Happy Doxie Designs is hosting a Mini Album class on Feb. 21. Happy Doxie Design will teach this course at Prairie Chic. The cost is $20, which includes the class fee and supplies. This class would make a wonderful Valentine's Day gift for a loved one that doesn't need anymore collectibles, antiques or furniture pieces. Those interested in the class just need to bring 10 photos sized 4" x 6", or more smaller photos to fill a 5" x 8 1/2" album. Contact Stephanie at 785-571-3955 to reserve your spot. (Deadline is Feb. 16.) Here are some examples of scrapbook pages, from HDD:

 

If you are interested in an item, I have a 24-hour hold policy to allow you to take time to come see it for yourself. Feel free to inquire about something you are seeking but that you do not see pictured. We're happy to help you try to find it!!  Or, do you have items you would like to sell? We take vintage, antique or quality used items to sell on commission. 

Also consider us if you need climate-controlled indoor storage units on a monthly basis, also. We have 10' x 10' for $105 a month or 5' x 7' for $65 a month, plus a $20 one-time administration fee to start your lease. We're open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday though Saturday and by appointment Sunday through Tuesday. We can help you, no matter what your need is for a purchase, a sale or a rental. For more about our store, see the tab here.  To see some of the items we now have for sale, please view the our Facebook  album here. We also have a Pinterest page if you'd like to check that out. If you have any other questions or prefer to call with your questions, please contact our store at (785) 258-8004 or the store manager, Stephanie Gilbert, at PrairieChicKansas@gmail.com or (785) 571-3955!

Unique, memorable Valentine's Day gifts now available at Prairie Chic

We have many items currently available for purchase inside Prairie Chic that would make a wonderful gift for your loved one for Valentine's Day, no matter who they are. Here are some views of some unique items that would make memorable gifts for the upcoming holiday.

 Many holiday items are available inside this booth space, from flowers to crocheted items to chairs and home decorative items.

 Maybe a vase of flowers, a sunflower table runner, a small handcrafted purse or an organ would be a great gift for your loved one.

 We have a drawing of a horse, side tables, table runners, dolls and even a couch for sale at Prairie Chic for your loved one.

 We have other handcrafted table runners available, a side table with shelves, a sewing rack, trunks, or a new bed or dresser also available for purchase.

We have a coffee table with many decorative items, several chairs and side tables or a small cabinet that are also now available for your loved one.

Maybe a kitchen accessory like a wine rack, a large glass bowl, an antique stove, or a new rug would make a better gift for him or her.

 We have a large black vase available for purchase, several small sewing box, a foot stool and a side table, also available for purchase.

Maybe a new lamp, a side table or a rocking or revolving chair would work out for better gifts. 

We are Prairie Chic Handcrafts and Antiques at 9 S. Broadway Herington, KS. Come on in and consign your furniture here, or check out our other vendor booths with vintage and handmade items while you are here. We're open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday though Saturday and by appointment Sunday through Tuesday. For more about our store, see the tab here. To see some of the items we now have for sale, please view the our Facebook  album here. We also have a Pinterest page if you'd like to check that out. If you have any other questions or prefer to call with your questions, please contact our store at (785) 258-8004 or the store manager, Stephanie Gilbert, at PrairieChicKansas@gmail.com or (785) 571-3955!