02 August 2012

BROCANTE @ BLAIS



DON'T MIND US IF...
we repeat ourselves ... 
it's just that we don't want you to miss this.
SO
tell the preacher, tell the deacons,
tell the ushers, too,
 grab your kids, your aunties, 
your neighbors and fill a van!
 even your
doggies ... 
yes, doggies are welcome at
BLAIS
(but you already knew that)

COME ONE, COME ALL ...
hunt and gather under our first ever tent venue!
on August 11, 2012
10 am-7 pm

We are pleased as punch
 to announce this summer time
extravaganza!

BROCANTE @BLAIS

14 plus vendors from all across these 
United States
will be offering their wares.
Hand picked and authentically vintage,
this is sure to be a great event
in Three Oaks!!

From shabby, farmhouse, modern and industrial to European,
French and salvage!
You've gotta see this to believe it.

Come early
and stay late

for more info
email us


SAVE THE DATE


28 July 2012

art @ blais


still life - original oils
by one of our favorite artists,
Audrey Tarrance Ravenna - 6" x 6" @ blais

Audrey's art will be featured at
brocante @ blais
Saturday, August 11
10 am - 7 pm





26 July 2012

NEW IN THE SHOP ...


ONE IS GOOD,
two is better!
COME SEE this adorable pair of royal doggies!
Perfect for that spot you're stumped with!
Adorned with crowns, why, of course they're included.



COME SEE
rusty, die cut, and wonderful ...
For the Westie, Scottie lover in all of us


COME SEE
our extensive collection of vintage and market furniture.
We make it a point to keep pieces like this stocked ...
truth be told, they don't keep us very long!
You like it? ... you'd better grab it right then.


COME SEE
as you probably already know, we love signs.
This charmer is sure to add delight in your rustic kitchen or perhaps
mudroom!
potting shed??


COME SEE

are you catching the theme running here?
NO, we are not selling doggies ... 
but these uber privileged pups
go out on the town in style!
Baby style that is.  WHY you ask?
Because they are someone's babies!!!


COME SEE
our inclusive lines of home accessories ...
if we don't have it, you don't need it.
Seriously ... we can suit your fancy with just about any type
of home goods.



COME SEE
COME SEE
COME SEE

if you need to see better,
we have "peepers"
"peepers" and more "peepers"  

thanks for shopping by

18 July 2012

BROCANTE @ BLAIS



COME ONE, COME ALL ...
hunt and gather under our first ever tent venue!
on August 11, 2012
10 am-7 pm

We are pleased as punch
 to announce this summer time
extravaganza!

BROCANTE @BLAIS

14 plus vendors from all across these 
United States
will be offering their wares.
Hand picked and authentically vintage,
this is sure to be a great event
in Three Oaks!!

From shabby, farmhouse, modern and industrial to European,
French and salvage!
You've gotta see this to believe it.

Come early
and stay late

for more info
email us


SAVE THE DATE

11 July 2012

NEW IN THE SHOP ...



OKAY, 
it's been darn hot ... no?
If you're like us tho, nothing keeps us from the hunt!

We're stirring up the pot this week and offering
you just a little bit of everything!

Quirky, rustic, critter oriented and a bit retro ... 
that's BLAIS this week.

so, if you're meandering up and down the
Red Arrow Highway
please stop in where it's cool, and the merchandise is sizzling!

Remember to give us a West Michigan
shout out if you have questions about
anything you see here!

thanks for shopping by!

04 July 2012

NEW IN THE SHOP

on the heels of our one year celebration
we are offering up a fabulous feast for the eyes ... 
do stop in and have a look around ... 
we have one of a kind, vintage and home accessories!



pull up a seat ... or two
this beauty of a pair just landed at BLAIS!
we adore our upholsterer ... you must see for yourself
shabby, chippy, and original distress
covered in Greff fabric
ask about the pair!


let there be light!
one is great two is better ... another gorgeous pair!
Crewel lampshades complete the chic and urban
design



pillows galore ... made in the USA,
in North Dakota to be exact.
Speaking of urban and chic ... you just might
need this old laundry cart to house those pillows.
Heavy, heavy old duckcloth and original
casters.



cowgirls are forever!!
concrete yard ornament ... one of a kind, to be sure
 girl riding dolphin.
very vintage very wonderful.


we are thankful for the much needed rain last week.
hoping it touched your farm or vineyard ...

thanks for shopping by!

29 June 2012

• blais • is one year old this week...and we're celebrating!



Hard to believe that we we
opened the doors at 
 • blais • 
one year ago!
to celebrate our anniversary
ALL FURNITURE
is reduced
20% to 40%

Stop by to see us!
SALE - JUNE 30th thru JULY 8th



we will be open every day this week except July 4
one oak street, in the Three Oaks train depot

27 June 2012

NEW IN THE SHOP


lend an ear ... 
pair of vintage roadside signs
 ... this would draw me right in!


throw a party ... 
add to the mix this brilliant orange serving cart!
can you just see this poolside?
sturdy and full of function


it's a sign ... that we love signs
always fresh from the flea market or auction house
one of a kind, to be sure


speaking of love ... doggies rule  ...
fall head over heels in love with these vintage spaniels!


head shots ...
BLAIS is chock full of wonderful
 accessories for the home or cottage


ga-ga for galvanized!
yes we are ...
stack these beauties up or under your favorite table
or buffett ...
AND if you're taking a trip
BLAIS a trail to
Three Oaks, MI


this gorgeous lady will greet you at the door.
thanks for 'shopping by'

20 June 2012

NEW IN THE SHOP

 ... get addicted to our weekly 
blog featuring our newest 
merchandise!
we will posting these acquisitions
 every Wednesday evening



get your industrial on!
fabulous wire/iron bin full of old factory light bulbs
how cool is this? must see to believe


it's time!
time to visit BLAIS and peek at
 all the 'just arrived' goodies!


 stunning handmade
 jewelry for that special someone
or just treat yourself!


local artisan
hand paints these city signs.
makes one proud
 to be a Michigander!


you wash, I'll dry!
beautiful linen kitchen towels
ready for that special gift basket or 
shower gift!


wicker wrapped wine jugs from Europe ...
sometimes referred to as demi-johns ... 
a must for the French country kitchen



you will always find one
 of a kind vintage at BLAIS ...
farm truck "enter" scale ...

for the serious collector


ironstone transfer ware and MORE

thanks for 'shopping by'
hope to see you this weekend.

16 June 2012



Nestled in the sleepy lake shore village of
Three Oaks Michigan is
a veritable romp of a shop  
Blais.Rustic.Chic.




Packed to the corners
with one of a kind finds, market place 
accessories, industrial heartthrobs, coffee table books
 and items
hunted and gathered from local
auctions, artisans and flea markets.




Here, you will be greeted with a smile,
assisted in design dilemmas or left to browse
til your hearts' content.



If you're meandering up and down the 
Red Arrow Highway
 hunting and gathering,
please stop in at
BLAIS.RUSTIC.CHIC
you'll be glad you did!