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Last week I ventured north into Wisconsin to meet up with two cousins. Sigh, we hadn't been together for almost four years. We picked an 'out in the county' location to do some shop perusing and have lunch.What Fun!
One of their favorite places was the Rusty Gate in Burlington, Wisconsin.
From the moment you pull up into the parking lot, you know you are in for something special.
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A wonderful old bed, mounted on the wall greets you.
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Despite the 90+ degrees, flowers in every imaginable container establish this is a
HAPPY PLACE!
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I really loved the hodge-podge and riot of colors...all with VINTAGE touch.
Inside the high ceilings of the building and many full length windows fill the space with a soft light.
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Susie Myres, the owner greets you with a big smile a swish as she never stands still. The store is all hers, everything painted or curated by her, and it's divine.
In her own words, the Rusty Gate is Painted Furniture, Rustic Decor, Shabby Chic, Farmhouse, Steam Punk, Vintage Glam, and a bit of Industrial thrown in.
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A true artist, she fills the store with what she loves and it all seems to work together.
This is where painting furniture becomes an artform. She teaches online, and in the shop when Covid will permit, the many techniques she uses on the furniture (all of which is for sale or custom projects) displayed in the store.
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Taking a 1920's dresser and turning it into a masterpiece for your home.
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In this photo the piece is not so blue...but would work anywhere!
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Loving the shadowing on the raised details.
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Not afraid of playing with color, this clay pink and ivory dressing table was a masterpiece. Notice the three- dimensional ivory facings on the drawers.
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Accessories and hand-painted smalls were also for sale. Little 'This and Thats' make you want to take everything displayed home.
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Here's the Hollywood GLAM. What makes this buffet so special are the lines, and the mirror inserts on the cabinet doors and drawers. Totally gorgeous.
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Soft colored vintage rugs scattered across the floors add a touch of elegance and detail reflected in the mirrored cabinet door.
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Cabinetry displays mini-vignettes of vintage and newer items, perfect for gifts.
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Who can resist a Strawberry teapot?
The back room, used for classes was an artistic mess of activity and on going projects. Paints, stencils, stamps, and other items are available to finish your own vintage pieces.
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Susie has such a great smile while wrapping my purchase of a large sheet stamp and a decorative molding silicone mold.
If you are interested in seeing more of Susie's artistry on furniture and other pieces you can check these out!
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