For Cards, Think Inside the Box . . . or Suitcase . . .

Rather than using the traditional birdcage for cards, Kristy found a rustic old box, with lots of patina and charm.  We decided we needed to announce it's purpose, so we aged some chipboard letters for the label. 

We think this cute little suitcase would work perfectly to hold cards for a baby shower, Christening, or even a wedding.
 

Reimagining something as simple as an old box or sweet little suitcase can help create the perfect feel for your event. 

- Julie and Kristy

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One Man's Junk . . .

The Odd Willow is excited to be hunting for new treasures at this year's Junk Bonanza.  If you love antiquing, this sale is a must!  The sale runs this Thursday - Saturday (Sept. 15 - 17) at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. 

Junk Bonanza vendors have really mastered the art of display.  Here are some photos from last year's sale:

We'll let you know about our fabulous finds!

- Julie and Kristy

The Odd Willow | Unique Finds for Every Event

The Odd Willow -- Running With The Llamas This Weekend!

The Odd Willow will be at The Running of the Llamas in Hammond, WI, this Saturday, September 10.  We’ll be showing off some of our inventory and photos. 

Check out The Running of the Llamas' website and facebook page.

If you’re in the neighborhood stop by – we’d love to chat!

We have never attended this event, so we’re excited to see what it’s all about!   

- Julie and Kristy



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Unique Guest Book Idea: Moon Bindery

When thinking about shower gifts, my other daughter, Holly, and I knew 

we wanted something really special for Kristy and Jeff.  We decided on 

a guestbook.  We knew Kristy wouldn't want a traditional guest book, 

so we started to look for unique ideas on Etsy.  We found Moon Bindery, 

owned by super-talented Barbara. 

We had a handmade, leatherbound guestbook made for Kristy and Jeff.   

We are so happy with how it turned out.  We were able to customize the  

inscription, and since Jeff is a huge Beatles fan, we knew just what  

quote to use!

We know how hard it is to find unique items that aren't mass- produced, so we wanted to share this shop with you. Check out Barbara's Etsy Shop for all her beautiful handmade goods!

- Julie

The Odd Willow | Antique Event Rental in the Twin Cities 

Don't forget the details!

Being my own wedding coordinator was hard work. I wasn't able to execute everything I had planned.  You can only do so much on the day of your wedding.  Let Odd Willow help make your event go off without a hitch!

On our wedding day, we didn't get a chance to take a photo with our handmade sign (for our thank you notes).  We decided to take the photo after the wedding, including our dogs, Cliff and Dixie, but would have liked to use the banner the day of. 

Odd Willow not only rents you everything needed to style your wedding, but also offers services to be sure you don't miss out on the little things you had planned.

- Kristy

 

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Think Outside the Box

Are you a non-traditional bride?  Looking for rental items that are different from all the rest?  We have lots of options to help make your event stand out.

If the traditional wedding cake isn’t in your budget (or you’re just looking for something different), consider adding interest to your dessert table by using pedestal plates.  These versatile plates can be used for cupcakes, brownies, cheesecake, individual tarts – just about any non-traditional dessert out there. We have lots of colors and sizes to choose from that aren't pictured here.

Vintage Silverware

                           Antique Tables

Antique wash tubs can be used to hold pop, water, or beer.  Keep the line at your bar shorter by allowing guests to grab their own!

There is something so simple and sweet about these vintage touches.  Contact us to see how we can help make your event special. 


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More Inventory

Vintage Scales (we have more scales to choose from!).  Use them to display flowers, desserts, candy.  You name it, we do it!

Cloches in all sizes, antique books.  Great for styling a shoot or a relaxed wedding.

  Bride and Groom bisque dolls . . . this is all we need to say :)


                         

We have furniture and a lot more decor to show you.  We are working hard on our new website, but until it's ready keep checking our blog for new inventory.



- Julie

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