Calling all vintage and craft enthusiasts! Discover the charm of Sage Farm Antiques’ pop-up weekend markets on the New Hampshire seacoast.
Sage Farm Antiques
At its home location on the NH Seacoast, Sage Farm Antiques is one of my favorite vintage jaunts, known for its charming vintage pop-ups, great antiques, and lots of artisans.
This delightful spot offers an extensive selection of vintage furniture and home decor, making it a treasure trove for day antiques enthusiasts.
Whether you’re seeking a unique piece to complete your living room or a timeless addition to your collection, Sage Farm Antiques provides a memorable shopping experience with its carefully curated items and friendly atmosphere.
If you’re in the area, Exeter Road, North Hampton, 10-4 Sage Farm Antiques, is a must-visit destination for uncovering hidden gems and embracing the beauty of vintage finds, all while supporting local businesses.
Thrifting with the Gals
It’s the third Thursday of the month, and that means it’s time for Thrifting with the Gals. The time when the gals and I all get together to share our favorite monthly thrifted finds with you, along with a few tips and tricks in vintage home decorating.
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Great Antiques on the NH Seacoast
The New Hampshire Seacoast is a haven for vintage enthusiasts, offering great antiques, great New England craft & artisan, and a charming group shop to explore.
One of my favorite vintage jaunts is Sage Farm Antiques in North Hampton, NH, renowned for its delightful vintage pop-ups. This gem is a must-visit if you seek unique pieces to enhance your home decor, with an extensive selection that promises to delight every antique lover.
Sage Farm Antiques hosts monthly markets with fresh antiques each time they open. If antiquing and vintage are your thing, then Sage Farm vintage-themed pop-ups are the place to start your hunt. Their 24 dealers and many artisans strive to provide fresh antique, vintage, and repurposed stock and decor that accentuates your homes and gardens nicely.
Tag along with me to some of Sage Farm Antiques’ past vintage pop-up events in these posts:
Sage Farm Antiques Early Evening Buy
Join us for this Early Evening Buy Event at Sage Farm Antiques in North Hampton, NH. Discover unique vintage finds and enjoy a fun time thrifting with the gals!
Coastal Vintage Decor Sun Washed and Sandy
Do you love the look of coastal vintage decor? Wait until you see this “Sun Washed and Sandy” market at Sage Farm Antiques on the Seacoast.
The Best Vintage Garden Variety Market
Get ready for an extravaganza at Sage Farm Antique’s vintage garden variety market. Find antiques, second-hand items, and garden treasures for your home.
Favorite Vintage Jaunts
Discover a treasure trove of other vintage shops and re-purposed shows near me in New England. Unearth one-of-a-kind decor pieces and experience the thrill of thrifting in this Vintage Shops Near Me: Vermont to Maine post.
Sage Farm Antiques Vintage Pop-Ups
What are vintage pop-ups?
A vintage pop-up market is a weekend event at Sage Farm Antiques held from 10-4 Friday through Sunday. Twenty-four antique dealers sell their extensive collections of vintage furniture, gardening, and home decor collectibles for vintage enthusiasts to preview and shop.
Events Today
Each vintage pop-up weekend is themed with catchy names appropriate to the season. From coastal charm to autumn spectacular gatherings, you will surely enjoy each vintage pop-up weekend at Sage Farm Antiques. Visit their website for their yearly, up-to-date events schedule.
You may also be inspired by this Antiques in Maine & Summer Vintage Haul post.
Porch and Patios’ Vintage Pop-Up
Last weekend, I attended Sage Farm Antiques’ themed Porch and Patio vintage pop-up to share their fresh product with you today for our monthly Thrifting with the Gals series.
The Drive to New Hampshire
This early July morning in Maine started out rainy and heated up quickly with stifling humidity. Just coming off the Fourth of July holiday, my girlfriend and I headed to North Hampton, NH, for some antiquing and lunch.
The early morning Saturday traffic going south on I95 was heavy but manageable. But later that morning, upon our return to Maine, it was heavy, and I95 southbound was a parking lot as summer tourists transitioned during the busiest vacation time of the year here on the seacoast.
Vintage Enthusiasts
Sage Farm Antiques has many vintage enthusiasts shopping; however, from my experience, it’s always a manageable crowd.
I’ve never had to wait too long to check out, and plenty of accommodating staff are available both inside and outside to assist you, collect your items, and create vintage haul piles for your easy shopping experience.
Resident Sage Farm Antiques Bernese Mountain Dogs
The resident Bernese Mountain Dogs, Truman and Webster, are part of the Sage Farm family and will be there to greet you upon your arrival.
Needless to say, this is one of our Berner Ella’s favorite antique stops, too.
Sage Farm Antiques Home Decor Finds
Nautical Signal Flag
Upon entering, my friend Lisa immediately spied on this vintage naval signal flag.
The International Code of Signals defines the “P” flag, also known as the “Papa” flag, as a blue flag with a white square in the middle. In nautical contexts, the “Papa” flag means “All persons should report on board; the vessel is about to proceed to sea.” It signals the crew to return to the ship in preparation for departure.
Lisa remembered a similar nautical signal flag that our friend Molly in Maine displayed and that she had admired on her coastal Maine home’s fireplace during the summer months, which you may see more of in this After the Homeworthy Shoot | My Home All Prepped and Primped post.
The nice part about finding this vintage signal flag is that Lisa and her husband are avid sailors.
At Lisa’s home in Coastal Maine, she now displays this vintage signal flag at her front door as a welcome. Don’t you just love the position of the metal figurine with binoculars paired with the flag?
The One That Got Away at Sage Farm Antiques
The next day, as we chatted about this fabulous nautical flag and its significance, we reflected on these two red wooden chairs we let get away. They would have looked fantastic paired with the nautical Papa signal flag at my friend’s home entry.
Don’t you hate when that happens?
Coastal Blue and White
I picked up blue and white lighthouse napkin rings and a Delft wine coaster from one of the Sage Farm Antiques artist offerings to use on our table settings at our home in Maine.
Are you familiar with Delft? Learn about these touristy Netherlands treasures in the Best Barn Finds in a Big Red Barn on a Sunday Foliage Drive post. And here on this pink decor tablescape for Mother’s Day on this Pink Table Setting Thrifted and Charming post.
Vintage Owls at Sage Farm Antiques
Owls are versatile design elements that complement various styles, from rustic and woodland themes to more modern and eclectic interiors like ours. Their presence in home decor can add a touch of nature and whimsy.
Hoo Hoo
Next, I purchased a couple of small vintage owl pitchers for $10 each to pair with the vintage owl prints I discovered at Vintage Market Days Vermont this past spring. How cute will these be in the fall with foraged bouquets? See more in this Vintage Marketplace: Infinite Unique Decor post.
You may find more inspiration with these owl prints in this Plant Decor in Living Room Book Nook post.
Due to their keen vision and silent flight, owls are often seen as symbols of wisdom, knowledge, and intelligence. They are also associated with mystery and the unknown, as they are nocturnal creatures capable of seeing in the dark. In various cultures, owls can represent protection and vigilance, acting as guardians against evil spirits or bringing good luck.
Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Sundaes
Old-fashioned ice cream sundaes are classic desserts traditionally served in tall, fluted glass dishes. They are made by layering scoops of rich, creamy ice cream with various toppings, such as hot fudge, caramel sauce, fresh fruit, nuts, and whipped cream.
A maraschino cherry on top often completes the presentation. Ice cream sundaes, which originated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, became a staple in soda fountains and ice cream parlors and evoke the nostalgia and simplicity of summers gone by.
Today at Sage Farm Antiques, this tradition was on full display—I would even say it was trending. There was vintage glassware, fountain soda straws in candy counter jars, antique ice cream scoops, spinning trays, ice cream topper containers, ice cream counter menus, and more.
An old-fashioned ice cream sundae collection like this would be so fun to set up on a summer porch or patio for children to enjoy. Heck, I would even love it, too…
stonewall Kitchen
I can’t mention ice cream sundaes without including my favorite Stonewall Kitchen’s Bittersweet Chocolate Sauce. As a bridesmaid years ago, I even gifted it to all the guests at a bridal shower, it’s that delicious!
And top off your ice cream sundaes with Bada Bing Cherries, their number one seller, which are out of this world delicious.
Ironstone Soda Fountain Syrup Dispensers
Do you love white ironstone platters? Wait until you see what I found…
The above led me to discover these two vintage ironstone soda fountain syrup dispensers on Etsy. Did you know that they made old-fashioned soda fountain syrup dispensers in Ironstone?
Hall Ironstone syrup dispensers
HALL, known for its quality craftsmanship, produced vintage ice cream sundae syrup dispensers made from ironstone, a durable type of ceramic. These dispensers, often seen in classic soda fountains and ice cream parlors, were designed to hold and dispense various syrups like chocolate, caramel, and strawberry, adding a touch of elegance to the sundae-making experience.
The ironstone material ensured longevity and resistance to chipping, making them a practical choice for busy establishments. Today, these HALL vintage syrup dispensers are cherished collectibles admired for their historical significance and nostalgic charm, adding a vintage flair to modern kitchens and dining rooms.
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A Crown Fit For a Princess
The great New England craft & artisan vendors at Sage Farm Antiques are talented and creative. Just look at these handmade crowns fit for a princess. Although I didn’t purchase one, they would be darling in a little girl’s room or even for a child’s birthday gift.
You may also find inspiration in this Vintage Home Decor Thrift Store Collection Finds post.
Gardening at Sage Farm Antiques
Vintage garden tools are always a summer favorite. And there was plenty to be had. From vintage flag stakes to rustic garden stakes, and beyond Sage Farm Antiques had them all.
Retro-Inspired at Sage Farm Antiques
This purchase took some coercion, but in the end, my girlfriend, Lisa, bought this set of 8 sailboat retro-inspired glassware.
Lisa is a fan of mid-century modern decor. She has two aqua-blue chairs in a sitting area, and I was convinced this glassware set would perfectly match her home decor style.
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Nantucket Baskets and Baseball at Sage Farm Antiques
And what screams summer more than Nantucket Baskets and baseball?
These Nantucket Baskets were selling for under $30. Can you believe it? Fill them with baseballs and flags, and you have an easy table centerpiece or fireplace accent.
Learn more about Nantucket Baskets in this Antique Baskets Vintage Decor Ideas post.
And see how a leather belt found at Sage Farm Antiques helped create this fun DIY basket piece in this DIY Basket Woven With Leather Belt post.
Thank you so much for joining us today for Thrifting with the Gals to my favorite Sage Farm Antiques.
Thrifting wouldn’t be the same without you! Happy Thrifting!
A Vintage Affair
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Thanks for sharing this – I would love to attend these events at Sage Farm, but don’t live in New England. My suggestion is to post MORE photos of items at this event, not just of the items you bought, but all the great things there. It would be wonderful to have that ‘eye candy’ for those of us who subscribe to your blog, but cannot go these places ourselves.
One small note, Delft is not German, Delft is a town in the Netherlands and the maritime motifs are because they are a seafaring country being on the north Sea and of course all the canals and waterways. I have lived in Europe and visited both Germany and the Netherlands many times….
Hi Kendra, thanks so much for your suggestions and I agree with you. I truly try and post lots of eye candy from these events for inspiration, as that’s where I get a great deal of my inspiration from too. And then I try to pair it with what I have purchased and how I decorated with it. So many are more interested in the finds as those that are interested in what is for sale. I’ll do my best to share both, promise! I was aware that the Delft is from the Netherlands, and explained that in the referred post. But they were stamped Germany on the bottom. So I think it made it confusing. I just love all the Delft and hope to get there to visit some day. Best to you and thanks for following along!
I’ve never heard of the ironstone ice cream parlor dispensers; good to know! Yikes…$28 for an old garden tool? Think I could be a millionaire if I sold my stuff out there! So fun to get the shop tour and get glimpses of your day:) Yes-those glasses were perfect for her home!
Ann
This spot looks amazing. I hope have time to visit next September.
Put it on your list for when you stay in Portsmouth. As long as they are open. They are only open for pop-up events…