Discover creative ideas for a vintage booth winter window display with charming seasonal decor, antique finds, and cozy holiday inspiration to captivate shoppers this winter!
Christmas is over, and it’s time to refresh the vintage booth window display with a glistening winter affair, including a new shelf, table, and signage. Here are a few ideas I integrated that I hope you’ll love.
Pro Tip
At the end of the year, I set 4 thrifting goals for the new year, and opening a vintage booth was one of those goals. You may see how I started it all in this Vintage Booth: Tips & Tricks For Success post.
It Takes a Village
It was the day before New Year’s Eve, and I was up and out to my vintage booth in the window of The Vintage Soul at The Old Country Store Of Manchester, Vermont, bright and early, 6:00 a.m. to be exact…
I’m toting my Ogunquit Playhouse coffee mug from this past summer in Maine (we saw Cher, which was amazing!), along with my husband and Ella, our Bernese Mountain Dog.
The car was parked outside the window, and Ella hung her head outside, watching us intently as we decorated the window on this early winter morning.
A New Vintage Booth Shelf
I arrived at the vintage booth a bit earlier than my husband did so that I could clear it all out in preparation.
We then installed a new shelf over the window so that I could display my favorite vintage ski lodge decor in the booth.
You may see more in my favorite Vintage Ski Lodge Decor Blog Series.
Vintage Booth Ski Lodge Decor
Vintage snowshoes, ice skates, a fuzzy owl, birch logs, and garland now adorn this newly installed shelf.
This shelf actually originated from above our home’s windows, which we removed for an upcoming interior home painting project. See more of that transformation in this Sherwin Williams Stardew: A Home Interior Makeover post.
Vintage ski lodge collections are traditional and stylish in any home decor.
Ideal for both interior and exterior styling.
Who doesn’t love a pair of old snowshoes, skis, ice skates, and sleds in their winter decor?
Especially when visiting and shopping in Vermont.
Here, I have an old homemade Jack Jumper sled for sale. This sled is native to Vermont.
I found three of these this past fall. You can learn more about Jack Jumper sleds in this Vintage Market Days Fall 2022 Vermont post.
And see the two I kept and displayed with evergreens in this Ski Lodge Winter Porch Decor on Full Display post.
Pro Tip
You may also find inspiration in this Antiquing in Paris & Flea Market Shopping with the Gals post where I found vintage ski lodge decor from the French Alps!
Snowflakes in Winter Vintage Booth Window
I found these white glitter snowflakes on Amazon and used a clear fishing line to hang them from the existing hooks below the new shelving for the window’s lighting.
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The snowflakes help create that “Winter Wonderland” vibe for shoppers both inside and outside the shop.
And maybe, just maybe, they will bring us some real snow soon, too.
* Taking photos in a window is a challenge, at least for me it is. I took these shots in the very early morning, as the sun was barely rising, to capture what I could with minimal shadows and glares… And I wanted you to be able to see how the lights and lit trees also appeared.
Vintage Booth Mannequin
A mannequin can be a standout feature in your vintage booth’s winter window display, offering a charming mix of nostalgia and creativity.
Dressed in a vintage fur hat and a classic Icelandic sweater, the mannequin becomes a visual story piece that draws attention from passersby. Its presence adds instant curb appeal, enticing window shoppers to stop, admire, and step inside.
From the outside, the mannequin sets the tone, giving your display a welcoming and seasonally appropriate personality.
The cozy winter accessories showcase your merchandise and reflect the warmth and charm of a country store setting. This approach encourages shoppers to imagine incorporating similar pieces into their own winter wardrobe or decor.
Inside the booth, the mannequin transforms into a versatile styling tool.
Rotate its outfits with various vintage-inspired clothing, such as a wool coat, hand-knit mittens, or even a playful holiday apron, to keep the display fresh and engaging throughout the seasons.
Mixing and matching styles with retro accessories allows you to highlight unique inventory while creating an ever-evolving winter wonderland that keeps customers returning for inspiration.
A mannequin isn’t just a display item—it’s a storyteller, adding an interactive element to your booth that enhances both exterior appeal and interior charm.
Pro Tip
Find more mannequin inspiration in these posts:
Vintage Booth Bargain Rack
This past fall, I picked up a vintage cobbler rack at Vintage Market Days Vermont and refinished it to use in my vintage booth for shelving. See more in this 10 Irresistible Antique Bargain Finds Thrifting with the Gals post.
After refinishing and positioning the cobbler rack into my vintage booth, I transformed it into my “bargain rack” for the New Year.
I am offering up inexpensive items that I want to move out to make way for the spring decor. After all, spring is just around the corner, right? Filling it with $1 stacked plates, vintage cobbler shoes, glassware, and the like.
Pro Tip
Find more vintage cobbler rack inspiration in these posts:
Bargain Rack Sign
I ordered this bargain rack sign to mount on the vintage cobbler rack from The 7th Son on Etsy.
This bargain rack sign is 12″ x 5.5″ inches in the light walnut. It is very similar to the original Dabbling & Decorating sign, which you may see more of in this Vintage Booth: Tips & Tricks For Success post.
Winter White Vintage Booth Display
Collecting and decorating with vintage winter white treasures warms my heart.
These include ironstone platters and bowls, white dinner plates, white porcelain tea sets, chamber pots, and so much more.
Add neutrals like rolling pins, placemats, and wooden shoe molds to your winter white vintage collections.
You may also enjoy these 11 Creative Ideas to Display Your Vintage Collections and How to Decorate with Simple Winter Whites posts.
Faux White Light Winter Birch Trees
I added two winter white faux birch trees with lights, compliments of the owner, Lisa, to the vintage booth window.
These plug-in trees with lights brighten up the vintage booth window during the day and in the evening for all the shoppers and the occasional window shoppers to see.
Amazon offers a wide selection of these trees and branches here:
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White Farmhouse Table
I almost forgot, oh my goodness, this white farmhouse table. After finding a vintage pine table this fall while Thrifting with the Gals, which you may see more of in this Cozy Winter Dining Room with Ski Lodge Decor | Get the Look post, I was ready to part with my beautiful super large farmhouse table with bench.
It is also the ideal display furniture for this small vintage booth window space, now decorated with a beautiful white winter vintage affair.
I hope you enjoyed your visit with me at my vintage booth in the window of The Vintage Soul at The Old Country Store Of Manchester, Vermont, and that you found inspiration!
And if you get the chance, please drop by the shop sometime!
Pro Tip
You may enjoy this list of all my favorite vintage shops from Vermont to Maine in this Vintage Shops Near Me, My Favorite From Vermont to Maine post.
For Valentine’s Day, I added a few window hearts.
You may also enjoy this Let’s Make a Homespun Vintage Booth Wall Display post.
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If you have any thoughts, comments, or suggestions, I’d love to hear from you. Please share in the comments below. And be sure to share this blog post link with your friends who are also vintage enthusiasts.
Do you have a flair for all things vintage, too? I would love to see and feature you in our Reader’s Showcase Series. A place for you to share and be recognized for your talents and passion for all things thrifting, vintage, and antique decor-related inspired by your time here with Dabbling & Decorating. Email me at annck@dabblinganddecorating.com
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Ann,I just love looking at your blogs. I get a few decorating tips every time.Thank you so much.
That’s so nice of you to say Dee, thank you so much for stopping by!
You did a great job with the display window! It looks amazing. I was so sad this past fall when I went to Hutchins Antiques in Ogunquit and found that they were closed. Hopefully not permanently. Love the dress form in the window the with scarf. Thank you for giving us some inspiration.
Thank you Anna, I know it’s awful. It burned down this past summer. I drove by it in early January when I was back in Maine and the entire building was torn down and cleared away. Not sure if they will rebuild. Loved that shop too.
If only I lived closer Ann. I would be your best customer. So many pretty things.
Wouldn’t that be so fun Kim? Thanks for stopping by hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Your both is looking so great, Ann! I love the signs you have added — the perfect custom touch! It sure looks like you have fun with it all!
It is fun Molly. It’s a lot of work too, but so fun!
Hello Ann
I so enjoyed your booth design! I love white and I love snow!! So inviting and cozy. And Ella in the car….oh my heart!! Enjoy the beauty of the season and please send some snow down here on Cape Cod!! Stay well. Stay warm!
Good morning Kathy, I’m so glad you enjoyed the post! It’s pouring rain here today in Vermont so unfortunately there’s no snow to send your way. Have a great weekend and thanks for stopping by.
So pretty! I’m sure the store and all of the other vendors must also be thrilled with this eye-catching window display.
Thank you for your sweet comment. It’s really a wonderful shop, where we all collaborate and help one another, which makes it even better:)
Ski lodge decor speaks to my heart here in Minnesota. That is how our porch has been decorated for the winter season. We removed the obvious Christmas decor that was put out in November but left the rest: the toboggan, skates, mittens, scarves, blankets, sleds, skis and snowshoes. We just found an awesome L.L. Bean runner sled at a local sporting goods store at a substantial discount after Christmas. Wish we could send some of our abundant snow to Vermont. We have had almost double the normal amount of snow we should have at this point in winter.
You are truly an inspiration! Your booth looks so inviting and interesting.
Hi Pat, what a wonderful message to receive from you today. I love ski lodge decor as you do and I may even have too much of it now if that is at all possible. haha… It’s snowing a bit here today, but yes we need a lot more. I’m envious of all the snow you are getting this year. Thank you again for your note and have a wonderful day.
You have knocked it out of the park. Wow, everything is fabulous. Sure wish I lived closer to you.
Oh my gosh Diana, thank you so much. I’m thrilled you liked it all!
Beautiful display Ann! If I am ever close by I will certainly visit!
Thank you so much Jeannie, I’m always happy to hear from you!
Your booth is beautiful! Makes me want to take a trip to Vermont. Hopefully soon!
Thank you Mary-Ellen, that means so much to me. I hope you get the chance to visit soon!
Your booth is so inviting. Sure wish I lived closer!
I’m so glad you liked it Ann, I wish you did as well!
Hi Ann. I was gifted years ago with the two birds on your mantle…the far right and far left ones. Can you please tell me anything you know about them? Thanks!
What great gifts to receive. These were all my mother’s collections. She and I called them sandpipers, but I’m sure that’s accurate. Little beach sandpipers are so cute chasing the waves up and down the beaches in Maine. The coloring fits. I’m sorry I’m not much help beyond this. I treasure them though!