My Bella Festa

09/14/2026

If you follow my page, that makes you a VIP! Hope to see you at the fun event we have planned on Friday, September 25...before we open to the public.

Only 12 days away from our VIP event! Are you ready? Hope to see you there!

09/07/2026

A nice memory from last year and a great reminder to use your good stuff!

This week I was reminded why I love what I do. ♥

A sweet customer of mine recently gifted me a set of Franciscan Apple dishes and serving pieces she no longer used, hoping I could find them a new home. They didn’t sell at my Seasons Mercantile pop-ups, so before packing them away, I decided to try listing them on Facebook Marketplace.

A young woman messaged asking if the six dinner plates and two platters were still available. They were, so I offered to meet her at our pop-up location while I was packing up. When she arrived, I let her know I had found two more plates and would include them at no extra charge.

Her reaction stopped me in my tracks.

She whispered, “What a blessing,” and her eyes filled with tears. She apologized for becoming emotional and then shared that Franciscan Apple was her grandmother’s pattern. She grew up eating meals on Franciscan Apple in her grandmother’s home. Her grandmother has passed, and she planned to surprise her mom by serving Thanksgiving dinner on them. And then she began to cry.

I gave her a hug and offered her a few extra pieces, free of charge. She didn’t have much storage space but gratefully chose an oval relish dish to add to her new collection.

Moments like this are why I do what I do. Vintage dishes and heirloom pieces hold stories, memories, and love. By giving me these pieces, my customer unknowingly brought joy to someone she’ll probably never meet. ❤️

It’s a beautiful reminder to use your nice things—your dishes, linens, tableware. Fill them with happy moments. Because one day, when your children or grandchildren pull them out, they won’t just see “stuff.” They’ll feel you. They’ll remember the meals made with love, the laughter, the holidays, the warmth.

And those memories… that’s the real treasure. 💕🍎🕊️

08/31/2026

I love using china pieces in unexpected ways!

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08/16/2026

🍂 A little sneak peek of what's coming to the Seasons Mercantile Fall Sale! 🍂

If you've been thinking about refreshing your Thanksgiving table, you'll want to stop by our fall sale! I'll have a beautiful collection of Old Britain Castles transferware available, including dinner plates, a platter, and other serving pieces.

The classic red and white pattern pairs beautifully with fall colors—think pumpkins, amber glass, woven rattan placemats, and warm gold linens (I have those too!). And the best part? These timeless dishes transition effortlessly into Christmas entertaining, making them a collection you'll enjoy all season long.

📍 Seasons Mercantile Fall Sale
🗓️ Saturday, September 26

Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving dinner or simply love collecting vintage tableware, I hope you'll come take a look. Or reach out to me before and I can make arrangements to get them to you before they are available to the public. ❤️🍁 See less

08/10/2026

A sampling of the Halloween items I'll have available at the Seasons Mercantile pop-up in September. Prices are listed in the photo captions.

08/07/2026

Mark your calendars and come join me for a glass of wine at the VIP Preview Sale!

🥁 Drum roll, please... We’re excited to finally share the details of our upcoming Seasons Mercantile Fall Sale! 🍂

As one of our followers, you’re among the first to get the scoop—and this fall, we’re going BIG! We have so many fabulous finds that we’ll be setting up inside and in the garden of a beautiful home in a gated community. Think one-of-a-kind home décor, tableware, gifts, seasonal treasures and so much more for Halloween, Thanksgiving and all your fall entertaining. 🍁🎃

✨ And here’s the best part: As a Seasons VIP, you’re invited to our VIP Preview Night! You’ll get first dibs on all the fabulous finds before the sale opens to the public.

Come shop, sip some wine, enjoy a few bites and kick off the fall season with us. 🍷🍂 We hope you’ll join us!

📍 All the dates, times and details are on the flyer. Save the date and tag a friend you want to bring!

08/01/2026

Happy National Spritz Day! Which is your favorite? I know Allison Welke Alexander's answer!

I can't decide between a Hugo and a Limoncello spritz. A Porto Spritz is pretty good too! Comment below if you'd like any of the recipes.

This is our version of a personality test. 🍊 Which spritz are you sipping on for ? Comment below and tap the link to shop spritz essentials: https://bit.ly/4fLArhY

07/31/2026

♥️ Buffalo plaid! I’ll be selling these pieces at the Seasons Mercantile pop up on September 26 (or message me if you need anything before then - prices in the comments). ♥️

07/30/2026

🌻 Think buffalo plaid is just for Christmas? Think again!

One of the things I love most about buffalo plaid is how incredibly versatile it is. With just a few changes in colors, flowers, and accessories, it can take on a completely different look for every season.

Swipe through these tablescapes to see how the same timeless pattern works beautifully for fall, Christmas, spring, summer, and more. It's one of those entertaining staples that never goes out of style.

If these tables inspire you, keep an eye out for my next post! I'll be sharing a collection of buffalo plaid dishes, linens, platters, and other entertaining pieces I currently have available for sale and will be brining to the Seasons Mercantile pop up on September 26. 🌻