What Caught My Eye at the October Alameda Point Antique Fair

It’s the beginning of the month and many of you know what that means! It’s time for the Alameda Point Antique Faire October 2025!

You never really know what you’ll find at the Alameda Point Antique Faire and that’s half the fun. One minute you’re walking past a four-foot-tall E.T., a unicycle, and a table literally made from a tree trunk, and the next, you stumble upon an entire collection of vintage tins gleaming in the morning sun.

That’s the magic of the Alameda Point Antique Faire — it’s a treasure hunt where the unexpected always steals the show. Some months I come home with more than I planned, and other times, I leave empty-handed but full of inspiration. It always seems that if I go with something in mind, I never find it; but if I go with no list at all, everything calls my name.

This month? Beautiful pieces everywhere…just not for me.

The Treasure Hunt Mindset

Okay, maybe I was secretly hoping to find the perfect creepy portrait or a handful of Frozen Charlotte heads (yes, just the heads now that I’ve got a collection of bodies). But those elusive treasures escaped me this time.

And even though I told myself I couldn’t come home with another antique book (I already have enough to fill a few cabinets), there’s no harm in looking, right?

Favorite Stops: Familiar Faces & Fall Displays

A few of my favorite vendors were there again this month, and as always, they didn’t disappoint.

The Warped Table

The Warped Table’s fall-themed booth was perfection — cozy, rustic, and so beautifully styled. They’re masters of display, layering textures and tones to create spaces that make you want to linger.

Euro-Linens

I always love the glassware and grainsacks at Euro-Linens, but this time, it was a particular round dough bowl that caught my eye. It had a patch of metal repair — a small detail that instantly hints at its history and years of use. That kind of imperfection is what I love most.

They also had their famous oversized basket trays, so big I could almost curl up in one! A friend of mine actually uses one as a tray on her kitchen island (which tells you just how big her island must be). Mine isn’t quite as grand, so for now, I’ll admire from afar.

Napa Antique Wine Artifacts

Another favorite stop of mine is Napa Antique Wine Artifacts, and this month, their booth was overflowing with European pieces — especially dough bowls and breadboards of every size and shape. They always have such beautiful patina on their finds, the kind that instantly gives a space character.

And of course, they’re known for their incredible collection of antique demijohns. This time, one in particular caught my eye — a deep green glass beauty encased in a metal crate. It was such a unique take on the traditional wicker style, perfectly imperfect and full of history.

A Touch of Vintage Christmas

A lot of vendors leaned heavily into vintage Christmas this month — not really my collecting category, but always fun to browse. There’s something so nostalgic about old ornaments, papier-mâché Santas, and tinsel garlands that have seen decades of holidays.

The booths were a riot of color and sparkle — proof that even if you’re not shopping, Alameda is still a feast for the eyes.

The Creepy Portrait Hunt Continues

I’m still on the lookout for the perfect creepy portrait. Not too eerie…just mysterious enough to make you wonder about its story.

There were plenty of contenders this month — from serious gentlemen with furrowed brows to women with perfectly laced collars and solemn expressions. None of them came home with me, but I loved seeing so many classic examples of Old World portraiture scattered across the market.

If you love the charm of old portraits but worry about them seeming too weird, I shared tips in this post on how to style them in a way that feels warm and collected instead of spooky.

Almost Buys: The Ones That Got Away

The only thing I really almost bought was a very large wicker demijohn.

I didn’t need it and honestly had no idea where I’d put it, but I still circled back before leaving, just in case it was calling my name. I haven’t seen one quite like this before, woven from natural grass instead of the usual rattan, with fabric padding tucked between the bottle and the basket. And that tricolor ribbon tied around the neck in French colors? Swoon.

At $150, it was an amazing price for its size (at least two feet tall). I also spotted two other beauties — one clear and one dark green, both equally tempting. This one had a cute little basket and cork top.

And then there was the stone mortar…

I thought it might be the perfect vessel for my future collection of Frozen Charlotte heads, but in the end, I decided to wait until I actually have the heads before finding the right display piece.

Final Thoughts

Even though I didn’t come home with anything this month, I still left inspired. Alameda is never the same twice. You never know whether you’ll find a rare antique, a quirky curiosity, or just the spark of an idea for your next decorating project.

Here’s to next month — maybe that creepy portrait will finally find me.