The Country Junction

After 15 years, it's time to say goodbye......

2008-07-29T06:52:00.008-05:00

After 15 years it's time to
close the doors for the final time
at
The Country Junction.

Mom has decided she would like to try her hand at an easier lifestyle and I would like to spend more time with my family for a while and help my husband with his business.

As many of you know, it is getting harder and harder for small business to compete in this fast pace world but you, as our customers, have helped us not only live our dream but experience it to the fullest for the last 15 years. We will not miss the hard work that owning your own business entails but we will miss YOU...thank you from the bottom of our hearts and thanks for taking this wonderful ride with us.

I made a little picture show of the last several years..........I didn't have any pictures of our first Kirkwood location , we didn't have digital cameras then, but here's a look back at about the last 8 years or so.

2008-07-25T12:30:00.002-05:00

Only 2 days remaining!!!
Big Big Savings in our
15th Anniversary Sale!

2008-07-23T12:14:00.006-05:00

More FANTASTIC SAVINGS!

Only 3 more full days left!

More Savings posted in Store!

They're walking out with BAGS FULL of goodies!!

2008-07-20T17:03:00.005-05:00

Only 6 days remaining in our
Anniversary Sale!
50% off store wide!
40% off Furniture
75% off Holiday Merchandise
You don't want to miss this opportunity to SAVE BIG!

(click pictures to see larger view)

Is it all REALLY 50% off?!?!

2008-07-19T13:10:00.005-05:00

That's the question we keep hearing over and over...........and the answer is
YES!! It's REALLY 50% off!!!
and even 75% off if it's holiday and 40% for furniture!
We have some great stuff just waiting for a new home!
Come take a look

click any of the pictures to see larger
I'll try and post more pictures tomorrow!!

GREAT Furniture..Unheard of PRICES!

2008-07-17T16:23:00.004-05:00

Our 15th Anniversary Sale is well under way and there are only 8 days remaining !!

All furniture is 40% off - we thought we'd show you some of the pieces that are still in the store!

You can click on any of the pictures for a better/larger view.

Be sure to come in soon for the best selection - and keep watching our blog for more pictures as we count down the day of our biggest sale ever!!

HUTCHES

DRYSINK

BOOKCASES

SHELVES

BENCHES

TABLES

CHAIRS

CUPBOARDS

PIE SAFES

AND

MORE!

ALL

40% OFF!

Christmas in July SALE!!!

2008-07-14T15:37:00.011-05:00

Don't forget to come in and check out our CHRISTMAS in July SALE!!

ALL Holiday
Merchandise is
75% OFF!
Along with all the GREAT Christmas Merchandise,
you will also find some Fall, Easter and Valentines Merchandise too!

HUGE Anniversary SALE! 40-75% off

2008-07-10T11:06:00.006-05:00

It's our 15th Anniversary
and to THANK YOU, our Customers,
the "gifts" are for YOU!!!
The entire store will be on sale to celebrate our big 15th Anniversary!

Not only is the everything on sale, but we are also having a Sidewalk Sale with some GREAT drastic markdowns!!! The side walk sale will include seasonal merchandise, such as fall and Christmas at 75% off!!

So hurry in you don't want to miss this one time chance for our biggest sale ever!!
It all ends on July 26th.

Recipe for FUN!

2008-07-03T13:14:00.005-05:00

Just a reminder...we will be closed July 4th to enjoy the holiday with our families!! We will be open on Saturday July 5th. We hope where ever you are celebrating that the weather holds out for your picnics and fireworks displays!!

BIG SUMMER KICK OFF SALE!

2008-06-20T13:39:00.007-05:00

We want to Kick-Off Summer with a BANG!!
Sparks will be flying when YOU choose your own discount!!

Come in anytime from
Saturday June 21 thru Saturday June 28
and draw a sparkler to receive your discount of

10-30% off your ENTIRE PURCHASE
Every body saves big when they start their summertime shopping at The Country Junction!!

Happy Father's Day!

2008-06-15T09:02:00.001-05:00

Happy Father's Day Dad~I miss you so much!!

You laughed at my jokes, looked at my pictures and listened to my stories. Life just isn't the same without you Dad! I feel very blessed to have had you as my Dad!

I hope you and yours have a wonderful Father's Day!

Putting on the Red White and Blue......

2008-06-11T07:29:00.001-05:00

We love the color RED! It's always fun to put away the colors of spring and pull out the wonderful RICH colors of summer!

June 14th is FLAG DAY and the 4th of July is just around the corner. We enjoy seeing all the flags and decorations on peoples homes and porches. Red, white and blue everywhere. It makes me feel proud and grateful for our country.

We got in another shipment of our great prim American flags just in time for your summer decorating! We have 13 star and 50 star flags in large and small sizes for your home, table or yard, and all feature an antiqued, tea-stained look.

Show your American pride with a flag from The Country Junction!

Switch Plate Covers are in!!

2008-06-06T06:36:00.001-05:00

Why settle for the standard beige switch plate? These rustic tin switch plate covers are one of our most popular products and add that final touch to any traditional or country home! All of our rustic switch plates and covers are handmade from tin by metalcraft artisans in Mexico. We are happy to say, we have a full stock in again!!! So look around your house and make your list, we stock them in every combination of switch and outlet covers.

We've been VERY busy at The Country Junction working on some GREAT projects!!!! We will be making a few announcements shortly........we have a LOT to tell you about!!! So much going on at The Country Junction AND in EUREKA!!!

Are you a Country Junction Loyalty Club Member yet? The sooner you come in and sign up the sooner you can receive your $25 Country Junction Gift Certificate!! - details in store.

Chocolate Crescents

2008-06-01T17:08:00.001-05:00

Heavenly in it's simplicity as well as a way to satisfy a sweet tooth, these Chocolate Crescent rolls are quickly becoming a family favorite at our house.

If you enjoy chocolate and pasty together, then you will LOVE this delicious treat!

Chocolate Crescents

1 container Pillsbury crescent rolls

1 cup Ghirardelli semi-sweet chocolate morsels

about 1/3 cup sugar

1/2 tsp. cinnamon

Get two small bowls. Put the chocolate morsels in one and mix the sugar and cinnamon together in the other. Open crescent rolls and line about 4 of them up with the triangle top pointing away from you. On the bottom end of the triangle, put about 1 Tbsp. chocolate morsels, pressing them gently into the dough. Sprinkle about 1/2 tsp. sugar mixture on each and and begin rolling up from the bottom towards the top. Sprinkle sugar mixture on top. Bake according to package directions, 375 degrees for about 12 minutes.

These are best eaten warm. Wear shoes, because your socks will surely be knocked off.

Remembering..........

2008-05-26T09:30:00.001-05:00

As you celebrate this weekend,please do so while remembering all our past,present,and future Veterans who so freely gave to us all....
Some gave all and all gave some........

We would like to send a HUGE thank you to all those who serve and have served our country in the military. Their sacrifice and that of their families does not go unrecognized or unappreciated.

Have a Safe & Happy Memorial Day!

We will be closed on Monday for Memorial Day

Out-Durable Braided Rugs!

2008-05-22T15:27:00.007-05:00

Braided rugs are timeless and add a whole new dimension when they can be used outdoors!

Creating an truly inviting space and keeping it clean is now so easy.
Out-Durable rugs are great for kitchens, porches, patios, pets and bathrooms - anywhere indoors or out!

Stain resistant and Fade resistant!
These rugs come in a wide selection of colors and sizes.
Come into our showroom to view samples and order your rug or you can visit HomeSpice Decor to view online and just give us a call.
Most rugs are shipped within 5-10 days and can be shipped directly to your home.

These rugs bring color to your floor, warmth to your room, and personality to your home. Whether you choose the super-soft wool braids, the original cotton braids, or the stain-resistant and weatherproof out-durable braids, you will enjoy a product that will enhance your life.

These braids are very comfortable and easy to clean and maintain. Because the braiding is flat, fabric rugs are ideal under furniture and are great in kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms, and bedrooms. Stair treads and matching accessories are also available. The placemats and table runners feature a Spillgard stain repellent for added protection.
Beautiful Rugs for every lifestyle!

What a BEAUTIFUL day!!

2008-05-16T20:05:00.002-05:00

Can you believe it? A FULL day with out rain and nothing but SUNSHINE! We had the door to the shop open all day! I don't know about you, but I could certainly go for a month or two of days like today!!

So, were you able to get out and get those gardens started yet? I've only done a little, but I did manage to take my camera out today and get some pictures of some of my flowers - My irises just opened up today! My Geraniums, well, we just bought them on Mother's Day, so they're still looking good- Allison picked it out, so this one is hers.

My pretty pink dianthus !

Just in time for all your gardening....

We've have some goodies for your garden!

Beautiful Garden stakes.....

These Glow In The Dark Garden Stakes look wonderful during the day AND night.

Beautiful Stepping Stones, for your garden or on the wall

Do you need some inspiration for a GREAT prim garden? Click here to see some GREAT pictures of a prim garden

I also wanted to share a great blog I found, Cobblestone Farms! Cathy finds the neatest things to plant in! you're sure to find lots of great ideas on her blog!!

here's just a taste of her cute ideas...........Cathy suggests you "Think outside the pot"

What's new?.....or maybe it's What's Old?

2008-05-09T15:59:00.013-05:00

What's Old is now NEW at The Country Junction!
We are now starting to carry some antiques!
Come take a look at what we've found so far......
(click any of the pictures to see larger and more detail)

This great Opossum Belly Table is one of our favorites!

An old Jelly Cabinet with old blue paint

This old blue chest is another one of our favorites!

What an awesome huge piece!! - There are 4 doors that have been removed for display.

Old crocks

If you see anything you like...........be sure to get in soon before they're gone!!
We hope to have an entire room filled with antiques soon!

Don't forget Mom!

2008-05-06T15:13:00.009-05:00

It was actually a hundred years ago that we started recognizing our mothers with a special day all of their own. The first mother's day was proclaimed on May 10, 1908 and one hundred years later, you best be thinking of the perfect way to show Mom how much you love her.

This is the one day of the year that we put aside to celebrate the most important person in our lives. Build memories and cherish each one. We have some unique gift ideas that Mom will love

CANDLES! What Mom doesn't love a great smelling and great looking candle? We have candles in a variety of scents, colors and styles sure to please any Mom!
Our Milk Bottle candles have been a customer favorite this spring!

For the Mom who loves to cook...............we have Mexican Vanilla. Blue Cattle Truck Trading Company Mexican Vanilla is imported from deep in the heart of Mexico. Once Mom tries this Vanilla, she will never want to use anything else.

Pamper Mom with these luxurious body products!! We have White Chocolate Body Butter....Sinks into your skin and leaves it drenched with moisture! Primitive Brown Sugar Body Scrub will leave your skin glowing and satin soft! Smells heavenly!

Pumpkin Cheesecake Soap

Made with real pumpkin to nourish your skin and moisturizing goats milk for an extra dose of goodness! Smells devine with the pumpkin, molassas and cinnamon!

Cinnamon Bun Soap...Treat Mom's skin! This huge Cinnamon bun is made with moisturizing goats milk soap with a touch of cinnamon.

And if you still come up empty-handed, we also offer gift certificates in any denomination. In any case, we're sure to have something special for your mom this Mother's Day, so please stop in soon.

Spend your stimulus check on USA made!

2008-05-01T11:30:00.004-05:00

Let us help you stimulate our economy!
Make it all about YOU!
Use your stimulus check to support America! Buy American!

"Every Home needs a little Country Junction"

20% off ALL instock furniture!

2008-04-25T10:29:00.011-05:00

We haven't done it since our move, but we are again offering
20% off
ALL instock Country Junction Furniture!
Tables, chairs, hutches, cabinets, shelves, bookcases, dry sinks, pie safes, and more!!
all regular priced furniture in stock is ON SALE!

We also wanted to thank everyone who came out last weekend! It was another fun filled weekend. The Historical Walk thru Olde Town Eureka was a great success, as was our Shop Hop.
We also had a one day only Art Show for Travis Armfield in the back room with Live Music by PJM.
On Tuesday we drew the Shop Hop winner for another wonderful gift basket!

The Johnston Benchwork pieces are going quickly, we sold 2 more last weekend.
I have update the inventory pictures, so if you are interested in either of the remaining chairs, hurry in before they're gone.
(click picture to see detail)

Remember, the Johnston Benchworks line has been discontinued, but we are still carrying and taking orders for Dunroven House upholstered furniture and we have another line we will be introducing soon, but can take orders on for now.

Grants Farm Visit

2008-04-21T16:33:00.003-05:00

One of the GREAT things about living in St. Louis is there is so much GREAT stuff to do! With the BEAUTIFUL weather we had on Sunday, Mom and I took Allison (my youngest) and her best friend Sarah to Grants Farm.

If you haven't been, or if you ever come to St. Louis to visit, I would highly recommend going! Admission is free, just $10 per car load to park.

Once owned by Ulysses S. Grant, Grants Farm is now owned by the Busch Family. They have come together to bring the most entertaining family adventure. You can see exotic animals, famous Clydesdale horses, historical features of horses, carriages, families, Budweiser Courtyard, and gift shops. Also elephant education and animal encounter shows throughout the day. A tram brings you in thru Deer Park and drops you off to enjoy the rest of the farm and picks you up when you are ready to leave. Don't forget to enjoy your complimentary Anheuser-Busch products while you're there! LOL

I just wanted to share our fabulous day! If you'd like to share how you enjoyed your weekend, just leave a comment, we'd love to hear about it!!

The Magical Pudding "Pie" Dessert

2008-04-15T13:34:00.007-05:00

I used to make desserts and goodies all the time! I enjoyed making them and my Dad enjoyed devouring them! Since Dad passed away and I have put on a few pounds over the years, I don't make as many desserts as I used to.

A few weeks ago I was really craving some pie (so NOT on my diet!) when I ran across this recipe for a low cal pie and thought I would give it a try. So last week I decided to make The Magical Pudding "Pie" Dessert. What makes this dessert "magical" is after sitting the required amount of time, the saltine crackers taste just like a phyllo dough! It's an amazing dessert, and good for the dieter or non-dieter (my daughters gobbled it up!)

So here's the recipe...............I hope you enjoy it as much as we did (next time I'm going to make butterscotch, that was always one of Dad's favorites!)

Ingredients

1 (1.4 oz.) Package Sugar Free Chocolate Instant Pudding (or your favorite flavor)
2 Cups Skim Milk
32 Salted-Top Saltine Crackers
1 (8 oz.) Container Fat Free Cool Whip

Directions
Mix the instant pudding and milk together and place into the refrigerator 10 minutes.
Place 16 crackers in the bottom of an 8X8 pan.
Spoon half of the pudding mixture on top of the crackers, spreading evenly.
Place the other 16 crackers on top of the pudding, and then spoon the other half of the pudding mixture on top of the last set of crackers.
Top with the whole container of cool whip.
Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours.

Number of Servings: 6

(calories per serving=151, Total fat=1.7 g, Carbs = 21.4g)

Treat yourself!!

2008-04-12T12:14:00.009-05:00

Expecting something from Uncle Sam?
Why not treat yourself to something nice from The Country Junction?
Now would be the perfect time to pick out that piece of furniture you've been eying!
The shop is full of great one of a kind pieces!
What says "country" better than a dry sink?
Our stacked drawer unit is always a favorite, and a great way to bring a little color into any part of your house!(click image to see larger)

Everyone needs a Coffee Table!
This great prim one opens up for storage and the shaker style Coffee Table is a perfect size and neutral color(click image to see larger)

Don't forget your walls!!
We have some beautiful Shelves and our Calendar Holders are very popular (they make great gifts too)(click on image to see larger)

Need ideas on how to decorate your country home?
You are sure to LOVE this new book we just got in the shop, titled
Of Hearth and Home Simply Country

consists of photographs for inspiration and motivation, helpful hints and step by step directions for home decorating projects. Of Hearth and Home - Simply Country has over 230 photographs, 144 pages, and shows homes and shops from Nova Scotia to Arkansas.
(click image to see larger)

For your online viewing and pleasure, I have another "home tour" for you!!
Lori Rippey has been making prims for years and does a fabulous job decorating her home! She has been kind enough to let me share her home with you!
You can view Lori's home by clicking her home tour here
and a second tour of her home here.
Thank you for "inviting" us to your home Lori!

Whew!!! if that wasn't enough for all of you............remember there are many more pieces in the store, so come in and take a look! and if you don't see EXACTLY what you're looking for - we can custom build it for you! (we even do kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities!)
If you can DREAM it............We can BUILD it!

Shop Hop Basket WINNER!

2008-04-03T15:13:00.005-05:00

Mark your calendar - the next Shop Hop will be on April 19

April Coupon

2008-04-01T20:58:00.008-05:00

April can be a taxing time, so we thought maybe we could send our customers a little relief by sending out a coupon for 20% off any one item. It's even good on furniture!!! Have you been eying a hutch? table? cabinet? Maybe a rug, picture, or lamp? You want it? We will give you 20% off any one item when you present your coupon at purchase!

If you didn't get our email, we are posting the coupon here so you can print one and bring it in. If your not on our email list, just email us that you want to sign up ctryjuc2@sbcglobal.net. If you have already signed up but are not getting our emails, make sure you have added us to your address book.

You can click the coupon to see larger and print

From my friend Karen.....

2008-03-31T07:27:00.004-05:00

Today I received my first blog award! It was given to me by my sweet friend Karen of Prairie River Primitives
Thank you Karen for being my friend! Be sure to check out Karen's wonderful blog!

I would like to pass along the "Thanks for being my Friend" to
Dana of Homespun Cottage and Liz of Brown and Hopkins!

I hope you will visit their blogs and they will pass the awards on to other well deserving bloggers!
Its a great way to connect in this great big cyber world!

Spring Open House and Shop Hop

2008-03-27T20:41:00.010-05:00

There is a lot going on in Eureka this weekend, lets pray for no rain on Saturday!

Our Spring Open House and Shop Hop is Saturday
Come to see us at The Country Junction, then visit all of the other great shops on your shop hop card then enter your card in the drawing to win a GREAT basket full of goodies from all the shops and other businesses.
Here's a peek at the gift basket.(click picture to see larger )Value is over $300

ABCO Exterminating - Gift Certificate for Pest Control

Busy Bee Stitchery – Gift Certificate

Cherokee Chief Trading Post – Gift Certificate

Dragonfly Designs – Spa Slippers

Embrasse Moi – Bath and Body products and Gift Certificate

Great Mid West Antique Mall – Flower pale and Gift Certificate

Harvest Arts – Soaps and Gift Certificate

His and Hers Salon – Beauty Salon Bucks

Holiday Inn – Gift Certificate for dinner

Solid Rock Kaffee Haus & Bistro – Coffee

The Country Junction – Candle and sign

Wallach House Antiques – Wine Box, Bottle of Wine,

Cookie Mix and Gift Certificate

Other Happenings around Eureka on Saturday

1ST ANNUAL SWAP MEET AND GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, MARCH 29th from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at
Six Flags Parking Lot

Antique Road Show and Boutique Sale
at the COMMUNITY CENTER
Antiques appraised from 10 am to 1 pm
$5.00 for 1st item - $3.00 for each additional item
Boutique and garage sale 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Harvest Arts Spring Roundup 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Featuring “Plein Air” Artists Demonstrating
Painting, Chain Saw Carving, Pit Firing of Horse Hair Pottery and more
Benefits Horse Health & Safety

Be Sure to Watch for All the Shop Hop Signs

2008-03-24T06:11:00.004-05:00

Easter Merchandise now 50% off this week only!
If you didn't make it in last week for our Easter Sale, we have extended it thru this Saturday.
Remember, we still have several Johnston Benchwork pieces instock that are 40% off
Click here to see the Johnston Benchwork pieces that we have instock, on sale and ready for your home!

Thank you for ALL your PRAYERS!

2008-03-22T09:19:00.006-05:00

We wanted to thank everyone for all of their thoughts and prayers for this very trying time!
We dodged the bullet!
The river has crested and WE ARE DRY!!!
Here's our plans for the next week:

Today (Saturday) - CLOSED while we start cleaning up

Sunday - CLOSED for Easter (hope to get some rest too)

Monday - Open for Business again (10-5) but please excuse the mess while we get it all back together

SATURDAY MARCH 29 - Our Spring Open House and Shop Hop!

See What's Fresh and New in Eureka!

Join the shops of Eureka on Saturday March 29th for spring open houses and shop hop. Come into any of the participating shops and pick up your Shop Hop Card, have it stamped at each shop, and qualify to win a basket full of great gifts and prizes!

Shops will be showcasing wonderful spring merchandise, discounts, refreshments, samples and fun!

Updates on the flooding

2008-03-21T10:29:00.008-05:00

We are as ready as we can be...........PLEASE keep us in your prayers!!
(click pictures to see larger)

This is the workshop around the back side, where we build all of our furniture.

Sandbagging the shop

2008-03-20T06:13:00.015-05:00

Please pray the water doesn't get in!

We started sandbagging yesterday - THANK YOU SO MUCH to all those who showed up to help!
We will be finishing up today
(you can click the pictures to see larger)

Easter Sale

2008-03-19T06:23:00.005-05:00

All Easter Merchandise
20% Off

McCalls Candles back in stock!

2008-03-14T13:57:00.006-05:00

We have been selling SO many McCalls candles and buttons we haven't been able to keep them in stock!! We got a nice big shipment in today, so if we've been out of your favorite, or you've been waiting to try a new scent, now is the time!

Our Ribbon Cutting Event!

2008-03-13T16:08:00.004-05:00

you can always click the pictures to see them larger

WOW! What a GREAT turn out!!
Thanks to everyone who came to our Ribbon Cutting with the Eureka Chamber.
We had a great time meeting lots of new people and seeing old friends.
I had a bit of a problem actually cutting the ribbon, but thanks to help from
Eureka Chamber President, Leland Kropp, we got it cut! LOL!

March Newsletter

2008-03-11T13:30:00.005-05:00

If you are on our email list, you may have noticed that I've been having a terrible time with them lately. Some people aren't getting them, some get a blank page, most are getting 2 of them......the list goes on and on - we are going to work on a new system for getting emails out, but in the mean time, I thought I would post the March Newsletter that I just emailed.

20% off all in stock Lighting
now thru Saturday March 15

click this picture of the Newsletter to see it full size!

Reschedule Ribbon Cutting

2008-03-03T14:53:00.006-06:00

Due to the dooming bad weather we are expecting
our Ribbon Cutting has been
rescheduled to
Thursday March 13 at noon

Join us for our Ribbon Cutting

2008-02-27T13:10:00.003-06:00

Join us on Tues March 4th at noon for our official ribbon cutting with the Eureka Chamber.
Ribbon Cuttings are a celebration to recognize and commemorate the opening of a business.
We are inviting all of our customers, family and friends to join us on Tues March 4th at noon for this celebration!!

Something to share

2008-02-26T05:39:00.009-06:00

Most of you that know me, know I spend a lot of time online. LOL
But during that time online I find a LOT of cool things! So I thought why not start sharing some of my finds here with you all!! There are a LOT of gorgeous prim homes and many have pictures of their homes in online albums. I thought it would be fun to share some of the ones I've run across here. Please feel free to leave comments about what you see or if you have ideas!

The first home tour I want to share has been a long time favorite of mine! I've met Stacee at a few markets, she's a really sweet person and has such a beautiful home.
So grab a cup off coffee on this COLD WINDY day and click here to view her album.

After you finish drooling over the home tour, how about a craft project?
Jill, of Fruit of her Hands has posted an online tutorial on making waxed eggs.
What a GREAT prim project, just in time for easter!
Here is her online tutorial

See how cute these look!

There may be snow outside, but it's SPRING inside!

2008-02-24T14:34:00.013-06:00

Ice............then Snow...........no school?

Feeling a little cabin feverish?
These pictures should perk you up!!
(click on the pictures to enlarge for detail)
These will certainly make any room feel like Spring, even when it's cold outside.

Lots of bunnies, even on boxes!

Show me the Bunny! This pillow is a favorite of mine and my kids.

Lots of cute ornaments and press board bunnies!A long time family friend just brought in a nice big assortment on dried bundles! A must in any country home.After a day of shopping in the yucky stuff, what's better than snuggling up with a great new issue of your favorite magazines?
We just got in the new issue of
Mercantile Gatherings and
Early American Life, which features an AWESOME home close by in House Springs, MO.

Rooster Country!

2008-02-20T11:25:00.004-06:00

If you have a passion for roosters, like we do, decorating with roosters makes for a colorful, fun country look that's really something to crow about. Roosters can be the theme in any room, but is most often seen in the kitchen. The shop is filled with many rooster items and styles to choose from, but I thought I'd share some of the new rooster items that have recently come in that any rooster enthusiast would LOVE! Everything from plates, mugs, and pitchers, to dish towels, hooks, salt and pepper shakers and prints, large and small roosters and everything in between! (click the pictures for more detail)

~Sweet Treat for your favorite Valentine~

2008-02-12T12:45:00.000-06:00

I made this treat at Christmas time, and thought it would make a wonderful Valentine treat as well!! It's SO simple to make and was a huge hit with my family and friends.

Makes a cute gift packaged many different ways. I put mine in celo bags, with ribbon tied around it. You could also put them in a cute tin, box or even an antique cup & saucer.

Peppermint Bark

1 pound of white chocolate, chopped

1 pound of bittersweet chocolate, chopped

1 box of peppermint candy canes (11-12oz)

1/2 tsp. pure peppermint oil

Break up peppermint candy canes in a plastic bag, setting aside 1/4 of the pieces.

Next melt the bittersweet chocolate until all pieces are smooth, then add in 1/4 tsp. of peppermint oil.

Pour onto a cookie sheet pan that has been lined with wax paper and spread evenly. Chill approximately one hour.

Now melt the white chocolate until all pieces are smooth, add 1/4 tsp. of peppermint oil and 3/4 of the the peppermint pieces.

Spread the white chocolate over the dark chocolate use a spatula and spread to the edge of the pan.

Sprinkle the top with the remaining peppermint pieces. Chill until hardened (about 4 hours or overnight) then break apart into bite size pieces and serve or package into gifts. Will keep in fridge for 5-6 weeks.

Johnston Benchworks Inventory Update!

2008-02-07T11:56:00.001-06:00

A few pieces have sold, so I thought I'd post these pictures again, marking what has sold. These remaining pieces wont last long!

~VALENTINE GOODIES~

2008-02-05T16:49:00.000-06:00

Click the picture to enlarge for detail

New Shop Goodies this week!

2008-01-24T15:49:00.000-06:00

Is your house starting to feel a little bare now that the holidays are over? Wanting to fill an empty spot or refresh some old items? New items are coming in weekly, so I thought I'd give you a peak at some of the new items from this past week or two.

Did you get a new TV for the holidays? Planning on buying one with that tax refund? How about a great new Media Center? Our new media center is perfect for todays new TV's and plenty of storage for all your components as well!

Do you have a small empty spot? how about a little pie safe!How about a new door mat for the front door?
Freshen up the bathroom with a new shower curtain!! The buffalo checked is available in Red, Navy, Sage, and comming soon in Black.

For the table, how about these great bake ware pieces with serving caddies! The covered baker and rectangular baker are both Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven and Freezer Safe.
The iron caddies make the perfect complement with their burl finish and graceful scroll foot.
Don't forget our GREAT dips for your Super Bowl parties!!! These dips were a huge success over the holidays!

~Breath of Fresh Air~

2008-01-12T07:27:00.001-06:00

All of this mild "spring like" weather we've been having in St. Louis is like a breath of fresh air and is just what we all need to lift us out of any post-holiday doldrums.

The first stirrings of Spring are making their appearance at The Country Junction. Come in for a glimpse of what's newly arrived and what's to come...from garden pots and colorful early-blooming tulips and Gerber daisies to new framed prints and Spring accents for your home. New shipments are arriving weekly, while last season's finds are on the move...right out the shop door!

Come and get it while the getting is good: all Christmas and holiday items are still 50% OFF. In addition, the Johnston Benchworks upholstered pieces are 40% OFF. The shop is looking a bit lean and spare as we make room for the new influx, and I keep having to remind myself that this is the time for sales and that barer-than-usual shelves only mean we can all look forward to the new season full!

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May you be blessed to spend your New Year with people you love!

40% off Johnston Benchworks Upholstered Furniture!

2007-12-26T13:36:00.000-06:00

We will no longer be carrying Johnston Benchworks upholstered furniture - so we are selling all remaining instock pieces at 40% off msrp.

We will continue to sell and take orders on Dunroven House upholstered furniture, as well as, introducing a new line of upholstered furniture after the first of the year! - We are VERY excited about this line and know you will be too!!

So if you've been eyeing up a piece in the store, now is the time to grab it! at 40% off, once it's gone, it's gone! (no layaway, no holds and no special orders)

I thought I would post pictures of the Johnston Benchwork pieces we currently have in stock. (you can click the pictures to see them larger)

Merry Christmas!

2007-12-22T13:08:00.000-06:00

We would like to THANK all of you for another wonderful year at The Country Junction. It was an exciting year with the move to a new location and new town!
We want to remind you that we will be OPEN on Christmas Eve 10-2. We will then spend Christmas Day with our families and re-open on Wed December 26 with our
After Christmas Sale!
all Christmas merchandise will be
50% off!

May the spirit of Christmas bring you peace,
The gladness of Christmas give you hope,
The warmth of Christmas grant you love.

2007-12-18T14:43:00.000-06:00

Still looking for "the perfect gift"?
How about a Gift Certificate from

2007-12-14T13:28:00.000-06:00

It might be too late to still get a custom piece of furniture built in time for Christmas, but we have lots of new pieces in the store that would look PERFECT under the tree!

2007-12-12T06:44:00.000-06:00

All Christmas items now 25% off!
Santas, Snowmen, Reindeer, Dinnerware, Placemats, Drink Mixes, Trees, Ornaments, Rugs, Candles, and MORE!

Buy One Get One HALF OFF!!

2007-12-06T15:40:00.000-06:00

Holiday Redware
Buy One, Get One HALF OFF!!

Add a touch of folk art to your Country decor or table with our redware feather tree plates and mugs. Beautifully hand painted with crackle finish. Food and Microwave safe. Hand Wash. In red or black. ~Merry Christmas plate is for decorative purposes only.

Gift giving and decorating ideas!

2007-11-27T16:39:00.000-06:00

Grungy candy cane stripped taper candles in 4" and 7". Fully burnable and scented in peppermint. These will look great in your home for Christmas, by the bowl full or in a candle holder!

What a great gift for teachers, bus drivers, neighbors or anyone on your list.......a handmade chocolate filled peppermint candy cane tied to one of our best selling towels.

Christmas Music!
For your holiday entertaining or gift giving!
3 great cds with all your holiday favorites.

Old Fashioned Christmas (acoustic instrumentd including the dulcimer)
Crooner Lounge (Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, and more)
Christmas Magic (Bing Crosby, Gene Autry, Ella Fitzgerald, and more)

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!

2007-11-18T10:26:00.000-06:00

Happy Thanksgiving.........
we hope that your holiday is filled with blessings and the making of sweet memories with your family and friends. We are truly a blessed nation and people. Our thoughts and prayers will be joined with yours on this day of thanksgiving. We will be closed Thursday so that we can spend time with our family too, but will be open as usual Friday. We hope you will include us in your weekend plans.

Eureka's Annual Candlelight Walk is this weekend, Nov 23-25. We will be open Fri & Sat. 10am - 8pm and Sund 12pm- 4pm.
On Saturday evening there will be complimentary carriage rides, annual tree lighting, a children's corner and Santa will make an appearance. The shops will all be open extended hours with treats to eat and drink, specials and drawings! You won't want to miss this kick off to the start of the holiday season!

Are you making your list???

2007-11-15T16:02:00.001-06:00

I thought this week I could show you some new things that came in! - they might be something you can add to your wish list, or maybe mark off as a gift for someone one your list.

TOWELS!
One of our best selling items for this time of the year - who doesn't like a cute towel for the kitchen, bath or any room in the house. These make great little gifts by themselves, or tucked in as an extra gift.
Prices from $6.99 to $11.99

How about a cute pillow with the
"House Rules"

Lighting! We just got in a shipment of our bar/vanity lights
3 sizes and 3 colors in stock.
18" 24" and 30"

A BIG Thank You! and "What's in this Week"

2007-11-09T15:23:00.000-06:00

A big THANK YOU to each of you who supported us during our first Christmas Open House in Eureka! The weather was wonderful and the crowds got a little bit crazy for a while but what fun we all had!! We have recouped and are now getting ready for Eureka's Annual Candlelight Walk Thanksgiving Weekend!! It's an event you don't want to miss!!

Last weekend with all the sampling we ran out of Wassail, our "No Roll Pie Crust" and some of our dips - many of you will be happy to know that we restocked all of these items! and we will be sampling many again at Candlelight and most Saturdays thru the holiday season.

A big favorite from last year has finally arrived again this year!
The silicone tipped Christmas lights have arrived and are in stock for your holiday decorating! These were a popular item last year, so hurry in to get yours before they're gone again.

We are getting new items in every day, and we are trying to reorder some of the items that have already sold out, so be sure to check in early while the selection is full!

Pumpkin Pie, Wassail and Dips to Sample this weekend!

2007-11-01T16:23:00.000-05:00

Join us at our Open House and have a bite of Pumpkin Pie, from the Country Living Collection baked fresh in our No Roll Pie Crust!

Sip some English Wassail while you try some of our Garden Dip or Heck of a Dill Dip.

Orchard Cherry Dessert Topping
Plump Kosher cherries and chopped pecans are drizzled with aged cognac.
Makes a great topping over icecream, waffles, pound cake, toast or cheesecake!

Holiday Open House

2007-10-30T19:11:00.000-05:00

Holiday Open House
This Weekend!!
Nov 2, 3 and 4th
Fri & Sat 10-8pm and Sat 12-6pm
Refreshments, Drawings, Weekend Specials....and MORE!

Halloween on SALE!

2007-10-27T07:16:00.000-05:00

All Halloween now ON SALE! ~50% off!!!!!

We still have a variety of Halloween to "spook" your guests and decorate your home!

Candy Corn Cookies!

2007-10-25T12:10:00.000-05:00

Look what I baked yesterday! I found the "recipe" in Country Living. Take refrigerated cookie dough (I used 2 rolls and got about 30 cookies) add orange food coloring (or red and yellow to make orange) Knead the dough until orange. Roll dough and cut cookies with candy corn cookie cutter (or you can use a triangle cookie cutter). Bake for 10 mins. Dip bottom of cookie in melted Baker's chocolate, and dip top end in melted white Baker's Chocolate. Freeze for 5 mins. to set.

Slideshow of new shop!!

2007-10-21T08:00:00.000-05:00

Click the picture below to see slideshow

Visit My Photos - 50 Pics

Open in Eureka

The Washington Garden Club comes to Eureka

2007-10-20T10:09:00.000-05:00

We wanted to thank the Washington, MO Garden Club for shopping with us this past Thursday! Over 40 woman came to Eureka for lunch and shopping and I think they all had a really nice time! We had beautiful weather that day as well!

Opening Day in Eureka Monday Oct 15, 2007

2007-10-14T20:34:00.001-05:00

The day has finally arrived!! After 2 weeks of hard work and moving - the Eureka location is up and open for business!!

Our hours will be Monday thru Saturday 10am until 5pm.
There may be additional hours during the holiday season.

Still working on the move!!

2007-10-09T05:51:00.000-05:00

We should re-open in Eureka on Monday Oct 15 - Grand Opening and Holiday Open house will be Nov 2-3

The Awning is UP!!

2007-10-01T05:45:00.001-05:00

We finally have our awning up at the new location!!

Thought you might like a sneak peak inside while it's empty

Last Week Before the Big Move!

2007-09-23T09:56:00.000-05:00

This week is our very last week in the shop we have called home for the last 10 years, and the town we have called home for 14 years. On to bigger and better things! As much as we are NOT looking forward to physically moving all of our inventory....we can not wait to get the new place up and running! We are just sure you will LOVE the new shop , with it's hardwood floors , more space and the warmth of an old building.
So if you need to stock up on any candles or tarts... or want to bring a bit of fall into your home... make sure you stop in this week! See you October 15th in Eureka!

What's new this week!!

2007-09-14T14:44:00.000-05:00

Most of our new merchandise coming in is being saved for the new location, but we did get a few GREAT fall items in that we just HAD to put out this week!!

This is my favorite new fall item!

Grungy Corn
This corn has been dipped in highly scented wax and grunged up with a spice recipe! Comes complete with a dirty ole' tag and cheesecloth. Great for bowl fillers and your fall decorating! Corn comes 3 to a bundle.

Halloween Luminary
This picture does not do these jars justice! These jars are painted black, rolled in spices for that grungy look and have an old vintage Halloween picture on the front. Illuminates beautifully when lit! Jar is topped off with black stained cheesecloth and a rusty lid. Each jar is filled with a wonderfully scented candle.

Got Banana's?

2007-09-10T10:57:00.000-05:00

If you're like my family, we LOVE banana's - yet they always seem to get too ripe before we can eat them all. But I'm starting to believe my family has a strategy - "if we don't eat the banana's - Mom will make banana bread!" and they LOVE my banana bread! So, while making a double batch yesterday, I thought I'd share my recipe with all of you!!

*Tip- you can freeze your ripe bananas if you're not ready to bake when they turn ripe, or if you don't have enough - I usually have a freezer full of bananas. Just remove the skins, and put the bananas in a zip-lock bag and place in the freezer - thaw when ready to make bread!

Banana Bread

1 1/4 cup sugar
1 stick (1/2 cup) butter
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
3-4 mashed bananas
1 tsp vanilla
2 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
walnuts if desired

Pre heat over to 350 degrees

Cream together sugar and butter, add eggs one at a time. Mix in milk, bananas and vanilla. Sitr in dry ingredients.

Pour into greased loaf pan. Bake for about 60 mins for regular loaf pan, or 30 mins for mini loaves.

ENJOY!

**I use Mexican Vanilla which makes this even more wonderful!! We used to carry it at The Country Junction. I'm going to add it to my list of things we need to reorder soon!!

2007-09-05T09:06:00.000-05:00

We are having a MOVING SALE!!! Lots of merchandise now marked down so we don't have to move it!! Hurry in while selection is full!!

We're Moving!

2007-08-28T13:07:00.001-05:00

So, as many of you now know... we're moving!!!! We're just soooo excited! We will have more room and a warmer atmosphere to share with you.

Our new location is: 141 S. Central in Eureka, MO. We will be right in the heart of the historic downtown Eureka shopping district. From highway 44 proceed south on Hwy 109. Turn right on S. Central Ave.

Old Town Eureka has an assortments of antiques/specialty shops , restaurants, coffee shops and more.

Right now the plan is to be closed for business on Oct 1, 2007 and to reopen at the Eureka location by Oct 15. But please keep an eye on our blog for updates as the time gets closer.

Back to School!

2007-08-22T12:31:00.000-05:00

I know many of you have children or grandchildren going back to school. I am happy to say Allison had her first day of 6th grade, middle school. She has decided it was "good". I know she was just a little nervous but we sure didn't see it. Happiness reined! Lots of old friends and some new ones made for a great day! I hope you all have a great first day and your little ones are happy with their new surroundings.

Hot off the press!

2007-08-16T13:44:00.000-05:00

The new issues of Mercantile Gatherings and Early American Life have just arrived at the shop! Hurry in for your copies, they don't last long.

Mercantile Gatherings
The talented group of ladies that make up the magazine's staff share history and stories of days gone by, teach readers how to craft their very own primitive masterpiece with detailed free patterns included in each issue, and open the doors of shops, shows, and homes to peek inside and learn techniques for displaying primitive wares beautifully in your own home.

2007 Fall issue now in!

Early American Life

Since 1970 Early American Life has been the source for information on early American style, decorating, and traditions.

October 2007 issue now in!

~Welcome

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We have created this blog as a way to keep you updated with what's new and happening in the shop. Everything from new pieces coming in.. to upcoming events... and currently information on our upcoming move!

If you haven't been in awhile, stop in and see what's new and be sure to check back often for updates on the move ~including closing and opening dates of each location.

http://www.TheCountryJunction.com