The Chicago Antique and Garden Show did not disappoint! We were inspired beyond our expectations and hopefully that inspiration will translate through the following images. You'll notice I took exactly zero photos outside and that's because it was ridiculously cold with occasional sleet for added misery. 

Love the lettuce peeking out from the grass... And the flowering branches were stunning...

Donald Stuart Antiques from Winetka, IL

I wanted to bring this home with me, but it didn't happen...

Delighted was I to find The Find ~ another favorite where I've encountered successful shopping on more than one occasion... including this one.

This came home with me... really solidifying the fact that I have an illness when I find banister balls and can't not purchase them. I just think they are perfect in every single room in my house!

Bought these gorgeous books...

Isn't this a charming booth?

Always in awe of the fabulous vignettes set up to delight and charm visitors as we move from one area to another...

And again I say, lettuce.

Enchanting beds covered in moss ~ straight out of a fairy tale! 

My favorite source for majolica, Linda Ketterling brought pieces right out of my dreams... So excited to have her join us at the Omaha show this September!

Guess what that adorable hanging decor is?

The yellow pages! Very anthropologie-ish!

Loved these fresh arrangements...

Lynda Willauer Antiques has the most amazing collection of collections I've ever seen. Ever.

Another amazing vignette set amidst the dealer booths...

Couldn't quite justify a pair of these super charming Italian chairs, so a friend and I split the pair. I'll add this to my living room with pleasure.

Some of the best samplers I've ever seen. 

Oh how I wanted this box. But alas I can not continue to purchase boxes for I have no places left to put them.

How about this majolica turtle fountain?

Are you still with me? This is long, I know, but if you are wanting more Chicago, here's more...

Outside of the antique show, we shopped, walked and ate. MK one night (an old favorite) and something new another night. Blackbird showcases interesting food with an unusual yet exquisite presentation. And it was quite delicious.

This, believe it or not, is quail.

Squid

Hamachi with lentils

Lamb

Halibut

Delicious. 

Loved visiting the windy city for the weekend and oh my did the city live up to the windy!