My Favorite Part

Authentic, found, happened-upon rusty goodness!

  In the hustle and grind of finding, hauling, cleaning, repairing, sharing...amazing junk, I'm reminded of why I love doing what we do:  amazing places in unlikely locations and collected treasures are a story all on their own, but what really fills my heart with love for this stuff?  People.  Listening to people talk about the hows, wheres and whys of their "junk".  When you listen to someone and watch them tell their own stories, you can't help but be inspired.  Old stuff, crazy Collectors and my patient, quiet state-of-mind (seriously, patience & quiet do not come easy for me. lol) is the perfect combination for renewing my creative energy.
   Now, where the heck did I put that paintbrush?

Our Class Schedule for August 2016

Time to get Crafty!!!

We are so excited to announce Nut & The Tree's opening of  "Studio 2" right next to True North [The Warehouse] and True North Garage.  Our August schedule is listed below.  Check our page on facebook for Events as they are added.   Our "Studio 2" will have a fun and laid back setting, so bring your friends and B.Y.O.B., we'll have a great time. 

This September we will have Kids Classes available for your little ones too.  See ya there!

STUDIO

   { Nut & The Tree }

CLASS SCHEDULE :

Dixie Belle Paint Techniques    $70 per person

Thursday, 8/4/16  @ 6:00pm    

or    

Wednesday, 8/10/16  @ 6:00pm

Oh my goodness!!  Easy Peasy Painting with Dixie Belle Paint.  We will go through 4 techniques that can be used when working with our paints.  You will leave Studio 2 with 2 of our 8oz paints and all the confidence to tackle some fun new projects.  

Dixie Belle B.Y.O.P.    $55 per person

Tuesday, 8/23/16  @ 5:30pm

   or    

Wednesday, 8/31/16  @ 5:30pm

Bring your own project (B.Y.O.P.) to Studio 2 and GET IT DONE!  This class gives personalized, hands-on guidance with that small project you’ve been hesitant to start on.  Small project pieces include things like:  frames, small boxes or crates, simple chairs, lamps, vases, etc… if there’s any question about a specific piece, you can always ask!   We are more than happy to help you get your projects done.  If you need help picking something out...Guess what?!  We know this really cool store, TRUE NORTH, that most likely has exactly what you need. You’ll be taking home your finished piece, along with whatever 8oz jar of Dixie Belle paint you picked out.      

Personalized Barn Wood Signs $35 per person

Thursday, 8/25/16  @ 6:00pm

Yep!  All those times you’ve said “I can totally make one of those.”, well...we’re totally going to make one of those. There are dozens of ways to do a project like this one. We will show you one of the simplest ways.  There’s no messing this one up.  Promise!  Bring home your personalized sign and hang it right on your front door so all your neighbors can admire your talent!  Oh, you also get to take home an 8oz jar of Dixie Belle paint!

Dreamcatchers    $35 per person

Tuesday, 8/30/16  @6:00pm

Do you read home decor magazines?   Do you shop hand-made markets?  I’m guessing  you’ve seen some Amazing Handmade Dreamcatchers.  In this class we will teach you how to make a Dreamcatcher and introduce you to some ideas on how you can “cheat” if you’re not comfortable using a needle and thread.  We will work together on your Dreamcatcher, styled the way you like. We will have hoops, thread, yarn, ribbon, beads, feathers, fabric, etc...available.   

HOW TO SIGN-UP:

 

Look for the STUDIO 2  Sign-Up Sheets at True North and True North [The Warehouse].  

Payment should be made prior to your day of class by Cash or Check, made out to Madonna Arnold, and dropped off at either TN locations in an envelope marked “Studio 2”.    

Class size is limited, so reserve your spot early.

Confirmation will be sent to the email you provide.  

You can also e-mail us

   @ TheNutAndTheTree

Class information is available on our website,

www.NutAndTheTree.com  You can also follow us on instagram and facebook to see future class schedules.  

We will post info in the first week of each month for the following month’s classes.  

We’re looking forward to having you in Studio 2!

“Imperfection is Beauty.  Madness is Genius and

It’s better to be Absolutely Ridiculous, than Absolutely Boring.” -Unknown

 

Liberty Arts Festival Today

Liberty Arts Festival is today and we'll be over at the Creators' Village helping the kids get creative. This is a free event in Morris, IL. 

Trend Watch 2016

(Edit: 6/2016; This is so like me. I wrote this in January! Lol!! Apparently I never published.)

I was doing my homework checking latest trends for 2016 and realized that everything I LOVE is "soooooo 2016". 

1)  Wool Rugs...yes!!!!

2)  Encaustic Tile...gorgeous!

3)  Art Deco...1920's? Again, YES!! Tons of shapes and patterns, so much fun!

4)  Artisan focal points...we know how much we love makers and handmade.

All of this encompasses boho, rustic, industrial, eclectic, etc...mid century modern mixes right in too! 

Conclusion?  2016 Forecast?
          Apparently
       it is going to be
         AWESOME!

Sunday! Sunday! Sunday!

Scout Flea Market 

Yorkville, IL    11:00am- 5:00pm

Scout Flea Market on FB

(Well maybe Nut & The Tree, but Large Marge is Fun!)

October 3 French Hens

Come and shop the 3 French Hens French Country Market this Saturday in Morris, IL.  

While you're there, visit the True North shops and hang out at the car show happening right in the downtown area.  

It's going to be a beautiful fall weekend!

Saturday, October 10, 2015  starting at 8:00 am

It's Fall Y'all!!

Fall is officially here and we're celebrating in Grundy County, Morris, IL.  We have been bringing all of our vintage and antique fun finds into True North.  So while you're enjoying your time at the Festival, snacking on corn, petting the animals, going for a spin at the carnival, getting your groove on with one of the many scheduled live band performances, you can also stop in and find something cool to bring home with you.  Small business owners and store vendors, such as ourselves, put in a lot of effort to make sure you enjoy your visit to Morris, IL.  Come check it out!  

2015 Grundy County Corn Festival Schedule of Events

Scout Flea Market- Sunday, August 9th

                                                         
                                                                  SCOUT Flea Market 

Our next event------------------------->  Nut & The Tree will be at Scout Flea Market at the Kendall County Fairgrounds in Yorkville, IL.  The June market was a blast and now we are really looking forward to August 9th.

Shopping Destination-----> Yorkville, IL (True North relocated 2nd location to Morris- TN [the warehouse]

Edited 7/20/15:  True North has moved their 2nd location from Yorkville to Morris, IL.  60450  

Morris is now HOME to 2 True North locations: 

 True North -501 Liberty St

True North [the warehouse] - 539 Bedford Rd

Open House

True North in Yorkville,  IL is having a Holiday Open House on Thursday, November 20th at 5:00.

https://m.facebook.com/shoptruenorth

Serendipity

We've added a jewelry line to Nut & The Tree.  I've always made pieces for myself and people will comment "Where did you get that?"   So now we have Serendipity, a line of fun, unique and unexpected beauty in necklaces, bracelets and earrings.  

Next show:  3 French Hens Country Market 

@ Nostalgic Downtown Morris, IL along the I&M Canal

October 11, 2014

8:00am - 2:00pm

Nut & The Tree on Facebook

The Nut and The Tree are joining facebook. In social media world, it's the easiest way for our customers to find us. Seems like everyone asks "Do you have a facebook page?" So if you are wanting another way to contact us, send a special request or just see what we are doing...find us on facebook :-)

Headbands Making their Debut

I have been asked many times..."Are you selling your headbands at the 3 French Hens market?"  Well, yes, yes I am.  I have been cutting some super cute fabric and sewing all day. These fun and funky (also totally practical) headbands will be ready for pickin'.
ps. They are made in adult sizes, but fit most kiddos ages 4 and up ;-)

Send In the Clowns!

Another one-of-a-kind birdhouse brought to 3 French Hens Market in Morris, IL.  We have a lot of unique homes for your feathered friends. Our next market date is Saturday,  August 10th from 8:00am till 2:00pm. See ya there!!

Upcycled Bangle

These are so cute and fun. I'll be bringing them in to Gypsy Soul this Wednesday.

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Excited about 2012

Lots of fun new things in the works for this year.  We have been busy with paint, wood, fabric, glass, buttons, hardware, you name it.  We currently have quite a few things for sale at Gypsy Soul - Unique & Worldly Goods in Morris, IL.  424 Liberty Street.  It's on the corner of Liberty St and Jackson.  We hope to be at 3 French Hens Market again this year too.  Market dates start in May and continue through October.  As soon as we find out, I will post exact dates and times.

Most action!

We had a great time at the 3 French Hens Market in Morris, IL. The I&M Canal Park is the perfect location. Lots of visitors and great company too. I really enjoyed visiting with all the shoppers and vendors. Our sign "It Is What It Is" got the most attention out of anything else in our display. Unfortunately it didn't find a new home so it will be there again for our next show on September 10th. Come check us out from 5:00-10:00pm. Downtown Morris will be having their car show at the same time. Fun night for all!!