South Georgia Treasure Hunting at The McRae Marketplace

When you are treasure hunting at The McRae Marketplace you will surely find lots of friendly vendors that are ready to help you shop the vast area of the facility. 

MEET THE VENDORS
When you are looking for a full array of merchandise, you must visit TLC. Booth 104 has something for everyone. She even carries a full line of computers.  When you are looking for inexpensive computers for your home or office, be sure to check out the specials here. From housewares to electronics, you will find a great selection in booth 104.  There is one more special reason to visit TLC and that is the snack area. On hot shopping days in the south you need a relaxing area to sit, rest and enjoy a snack of crackers, chips and cold sodas. TLC has all that you need for an extra burst of energy...more shopping and more fun!

On your next visit to The McRae Marketplace remember that TLC is the one and only place to enjoy refreshments as you shop. TLC will also guide you in the right direction when you are in search of particular goods or just need someone to give some assistance. TLC is the right booth for some Tender Loving Care!

Southern Community, Southern Traditions & Southern Hospitality

Southern Vendors Present Wares

The McRae Marketplace presently has over 60 vendors presenting their wares on a daily basis. We will begin to highlight some of the vendors and the items they have available.  Come by to shop and meet the vendors.

Meet The Vendors

The south has always been known for southern hospitality and generosity. You will certainly find that to be true when you visit the areas occupied by two southern ladies offering their wares at The McRae Marketplace.  They are not only friendly, but helpful as shoppers inquire about the flea market.  With so much merchandise in one large area, shoppers often ask vendors for assistance and these special ladies are right there to help. 

Be sure to visit Booth 13 and Booth 63.

You will soon learn that they are affectionately known as

Mrs. C. in Booth 63 and The Road Runner in Booth 13.

Both of these ladies are very knowledge in the areas of antique furniture, rare glass collectibles, dishware and paintings. They have been a part of the marketplace since the grand opening several years ago and have helped to make it a vital part of this southern community. You will find their booths organized, decorated and filled with lots of beautiful merchandise. Meet Mrs. C. and The Road Runner during your next treasure hunt. 

Who knows where you'll find your next treasure! 

 It could very well come from booths 13 and 63!!!  

  

South Georgia Treasure Hunting & Bargain Shopping

From Peaches to the Beaches
Flea Market Shopping A Success
Is it trash or is it a treasure? Is it a vase or a rare collectible? That's what many flea market shoppers were asking themselves as they traveled along Georgia's Golden Isles Highway stopping along the way to hunt for treasures and bargains galore. The McRae Marketplace - Antique Mall and Flea Market was no exception. Hundreds of flea market shoppers enjoyed the thrill of shopping with vendors set up outdoors with a wide variety of wares. On the inside, shoppers were busy looking for all sorts of items. According to some shoppers, they just looked for rare glassware whereas some indicated they were just looking for bargains of any kind. There were some shoppers that brought trucks and trailors just hoping to load up on pieces of antique furniture. There was certainly a great deal of excitement in the air despite the cloudly skies and occasions showers of rain. As for the owers of the Marketplace, they deemed the two days of March 12-13 a successful event and are now looking forward to another exciting event planned this fall on November 5-6, 2010. Make plans today to join us!

Shopping For Collectible Treasures

Looking For Rare Collectibles?

Looking for unique and rare collectibles? Do you enjoy plundering through all the wares of a flee market to find a special treasure? It happens all the time. So many rare treasures are found at flee markets and many have been found at The McRae Marketplace. Many have been valuable treasures indeed!

Unique Porcelain Collectibles

Recently a fine porcelain collectible vase was found while looking around the vast selection of merchandise. This vase is a beautiful, exquisite porcelain collectible in excellent condition.

Located among many other vases, glassware, dishes, kitchen accessories and household items, a perfect Kaiser vase was found. Some research of Kaiser revealed that this vase was made in West Germany. The production of porcelain vases, as well as other pieces, began with August Alboth who was an embellisher of fine porcelain that started a business of his own in 1872 in Bavaria, Germany. He wanted his business to be known for porcelain products of the highest quality. Each piece was molded and crafted by hand as no machine could ever match the quality and appearance of his skilled artisans. His porcelain gifts and accessories were designed creations fit for connoisseurs. His work has flourished for over 135 years.

On the porcelain vase, the surface was molded with a garden of flowing vines and leaves with raised poppy designs of intricate details. The exterior is in a soft, white bisque and the interior in a glossy white glaze.

It has a square design which is also a rarity of the design.

The base, as shown in this photo, has an impressed crown with AK beneath it with Kaiser W Germany in blue ink. The numbers 548/24 is also impressed in the right corner of the base.

This unique vase measures 9 1/2" high and width is 2 1/2" at base. The vase has a square design with rounded corners and curved top which measures 4" across. It is in excellent condition and is a rare and valuable find.

Start Treasure Hunting Today!

You'll enjoy the hunt for rare and unusual collectibles like this recent Kaiser W Germany porcelain vase. You never know what you may find when you start treasure hunting today!

Southern Gifts, Collectibles and Decorations

Unique Business Adds More To The Adventure

The McRae Marketplace is the home for a unique antique mall and flea market. Many vendors in the area have come together to offer wares as varied as you can imagine. From old tools to new handbags, there are items for everyone. You'll simply have to visit to see for yourself!

Last month remodeling was taking place in order to expand the marketplace for more vendors and more merchandise. To have more vendors means to have more treasures with lots more adventure while shopping at this unique business.

Thick sheets of plastic protected the merchandise while walls came down and the area was cleaned and organized. The newly renovated area has created space for ten new booths. It took several weeks for the work to be completed, but it was finished in early January 2010. New vendors have already moved in and are ready to present their merchandise. They are eager to offer shoppers a selection of unique southern gifts, collectibles and decorations, which is bound to be a splendid shopping adventure for all!

If you have an interest in becoming a vendor, contact Britt Rich at 229-868-2910 for more information.

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An exciting flea market event will take place in March. We'll give you the details in our next post. Stay with us for more coming soon.