The Pink Porch Ventura

The Pink Porch Ventura Backyard annual flea market my house
Sat May 2. 26 9-2 pm.

Ventura CA
523 Jones Street midtown Ventura
been hosting it since 2006
I hope you’ll join us 💕

Vintage , chippy ,shabby chic , garden , industrial, everything lovely, pillows, mirrors

Monday mornings have become one of my favorite times to slow down, walk through the garden, and gather my thoughts for t...
06/08/2026

Monday mornings have become one of my favorite times to slow down, walk through the garden, and gather my thoughts for the week ahead.

As this week comes to a close, I’m feeling especially grateful for life’s simple blessings 🤍A beautiful gathering around...
06/06/2026

As this week comes to a close, I’m feeling especially grateful for life’s simple blessings 🤍

A beautiful gathering around the table.
Freshly washed linens drying in the garden.
Conversations shared with friends.
Work that feels meaningful.
And the quiet reminder that so much of life’s beauty is found in ordinary moments.

I’m learning that gratitude has a way of making what we have feel like enough, while still leaving room to hope and pray for what lies ahead.

Thankful for this season, for the people in my life, and for the dreams we’re steadily working toward.

Wishing you a beautiful weekend filled with peace, joy, and the people you love most 🌿

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.”
— Psalm 107:1

One of my favorite parts of hosting happens after the gathering is over 🌿The tables have been cleared, the dishes are pu...
06/05/2026

One of my favorite parts of hosting happens after the gathering is over 🌿

The tables have been cleared, the dishes are put away, and the vintage linens are ready for a little extra care.

Today I’m handwashing some of my more delicate table linens, freshening up cloth napkins, and putting everything back in its place after such a lovely luncheon.

There’s something comforting about these quiet rituals. Caring for the pieces that help create beautiful gatherings feels just as meaningful as the gathering itself.

I’ve become very intentional about the products I use on the linens and pieces I treasure most. After all, many of these vintage treasures have already lived long beautiful lives, and I hope they’ll be part of many more gatherings to come 🤍

Now everything is fresh, folded, and waiting for the next special occasion.

Yesterday’s table was filled with beauty, conversation, laughter, and so many special moments 🌸The gorgeous peonies were...
06/04/2026

Yesterday’s table was filled with beauty, conversation, laughter, and so many special moments 🌸

The gorgeous peonies were brought by the lovely guest who rented the space, and they made every table feel so welcoming and elegant. Trader Joe’s for the win! 💕

Vintage china collected over the years, soft linens, beautiful flowers, and all the little details came together perfectly, but as much as I love pretty tables, it’s always the people around them that matter most.

Today I’m smiling as I look back through photos and remember all the conversations, connections, and memories that were made.

Sometimes the sweetest things in life are gathered around a table. 🤍

Preparing for tomorrow’s luncheon and pulling out some of my favorite vintage pieces 🤍One of the things I love most abou...
06/02/2026

Preparing for tomorrow’s luncheon and pulling out some of my favorite vintage pieces 🤍

One of the things I love most about collecting old china, platters, and serving pieces is imagining all the tables they’ve gathered around before finding their way here.

Every piece gets carefully washed by hand before being set out again. There’s something calming about those quiet little preparations before friends arrive.

Beautiful dishes, fresh flowers, homemade treats, and good conversation never go out of style 🌸

(P.S. I may have found a dish soap lately that makes caring for delicate vintage pieces even more enjoyable.)

The older I get, the more I realize my dream life looks surprisingly simple…A cozy home.Garden roses.Family nearby.Hosti...
06/01/2026

The older I get, the more I realize my dream life looks surprisingly simple…

A cozy home.
Garden roses.
Family nearby.
Hosting friends around a table.
Meaningful work.
Flexible time.
And creating a life that leaves room for what matters most.

Little by little we’re building toward that kind of freedom, and I’ve loved sharing pieces of the journey here with all of you 🤍

“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.”
— Proverbs 16:3

What a beautiful weekend for The Pink Porch Ventura 💕Since 2006, this little dream of mine has continued to grow because...
05/09/2026

What a beautiful weekend for The Pink Porch Ventura 💕

Since 2006, this little dream of mine has continued to grow because of all of you — the loyal customers who have supported me from the very beginning, the friends who show up year after year, and all the wonderful new faces that continue finding us along the way.

This year was officially our biggest shabby chic sale yet, and my heart is beyond grateful. 🌸✨

Thank you for supporting small business, vintage treasures, hand-picked linens turned into beautiful pillows, and all the love that goes into creating this event every single year. It truly means more than you know.

I’m already excited and inspired to start preparing for the next one! 💕

Mark your calendars now — our annual backyard shabby chic sale will always be the first Saturday in May.

Next year’s date:
Saturday, May 1, 2027 🌸

With so much gratitude,
Laurie
The Pink Porch Ventura 💕

05/01/2026

One more sleep 💕💕we are officially ready to see all you lovely people it’s one day only May 2nd 9 am -3 pm. 523 Jones Street Ventura Ca back yard sale 💕💕

Gardening away and counting down the days until I see some of your smiling faces 💕💕seriously, the countdown begins!
04/24/2026

Gardening away and counting down the days until I see some of your smiling faces 💕💕seriously, the countdown begins!

The sweetest little backyard sale is almost here… 🌸So many pretty florals, cozy pillows, and vintage treasures that I’ve...
04/22/2026

The sweetest little backyard sale is almost here… 🌸

So many pretty florals, cozy pillows, and vintage treasures that I’ve been saving just for this 🤍

I’ve been picking out the loveliest fabrics and gathering some really special pieces, and I’m beyond excited for you to see everything ✨

Feeling so grateful for all of your love and support over the years… this one is extra special 💕

✨ SALE DETAILS ✨
🗓 Saturday, May 2
⏰ 9 AM – 3 PM
📍 523 Jones Street, Ventura, CA

It’s my Annual Backyard Vintage Sale and it’s one day only 💌
Come early, bring a friend, and make a morning of it 🌷

There will be pillows, furniture, vintage finds, and lots of fabulous prices ✨

I hope to see you there 💕💕

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