Saturday, 26 December 2009

Unique Primitive decor, folk art await customers at Fenton Willow Tree

You may think you stepped back into the past when you walk through the doors of Fenton Willow Tree - the latest area home decor / accessories store located at 409 S. Dibbleville Leroy St. in the city center.

Folk art, primitives, antiques and reproduction of only a few pieces of interest you'll find when shopping in Fenton Willow Tree.

There are also some original artwork, a few pieces of furniture and goods on consignment, an eclectic mix of very artistically presented that can only be achieved with hand experiences.

Owner Ann Allen, the first business enterprise, has a hand like that. A collector of art and primitive antiques in Fenton length of stay, he has created a niche other lovers of this art genre.

Hanging art, pots, welcome signs and pieces of other wood sit comfortably on hutches, cabinets and tables. Flower decorations, plates, candle holders, lamps and wall decorations each holding their own place in the well decorated shop.

Most of the reproductions so they're affordable price, but he did not bring

some antiques. One of Allen's favorite part is actually a consignment items, wooden carousel horses find new homes.

"I'm also looking for local artists who might want to sell the pieces through my shop," Allen invited.

While Allen is the new face in the Fenton's retail scene, he is a very familiar face to many local residents. He had been waiting in the hundreds during the time the staff Heavenly Scent Herb Farm and Fenton's Yard & Garden. "I love the park," he said. He is also proud to be a member of the Open Gate Garden Club.

As a mother of five, he had many opportunities in the kids' growing up years to help them and guide them. Now they take their turn to help their mother, when she started this new business venture.

"My daughter is actually the person who made me start in this business," said Allen. "He has a few stalls in the mall in Indianapolis antiques and already knew all the suppliers. He has become very helpful."

One child has lent his talents to the construction of the development front counter, plus a shelf and a desk. Another son had done all the art of stenciling and a daughter-in-law has shared his computer talents.

"My children have been so helpful and supportive," he said.

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