Yesterday I was up early, car packed and over to Hay for July's Car Boot Sale.

Loads of 'booters' turned up to sell their unwanted items - that then became someone elses treasure! People came from all over, just down the road in Hay, a little further from Builth and Brecon, but the furthest traveller came from Llandrindod Wells. Thanks to all those who came.

At 9.30am I had eager buyers at the gates, one cheeky man tried to sneak in! I stuck to my guns and refused them entry until just before 10am, this gave a few late 'booters' time to set up in peace. From past experience of being a seller, there really is nothing worse than buyers raiding your unpacked boxes!

Throughout the morning people left with bags full and smiling faces. Some had to load up the car then come back in for more. They are the buyers I like, buyers with deep pockets!

As always, the Badham family had a look around, James haggled for a Power Rangers DVD, Co bought a rhubarb plant and at the end of the morning, I bought a raspberry plant - all at bargain prices.

There really was a good variety of items for sale. Plants were a very big hit with the buyers, very reasonably priced and a great variety. Cakes, biscuits and presserves also did well. 

Overall the 'booters' had a successful morning, they came with their cars full to the brim, they left with less filled cars and pockets full of cash!

In the afternoon I was in Brecon delivering the Local Beacon magazines to the community points. In one shop a guy walked in who I recognised, he was talking to the shop owner about going to a car boot sale at Hay School . . . although rude, I couldn't help but ear wig! It turned out this man was an antiques dealer and at my car boot sale that morning he'd made some fantastic purchases, all at next to nothing prices but being in the trade he knew they were worth more. It was nice to hear him speak very highly of the Wye Local Car Boot Sale.

I hope to see you all next time - Saturday 28th August.

Lisa Marie x 

I'm up bright and early to prepare for today's Car Boot Sale.

Sellers need to turn up at 9am, sellers at 10am. It's at Hay-on-Wye School, the weather looks swell so come on down.

See you later,

Lisa Marie Badham x 

It's been a mad day preparing for this weekends Car Boot Sale!

Whilst out and about around the town of Hay delivering posters I took the chance to get bits and bobs from Hay Market. It was great to see so many locals supporting this weekly event. I'm sure it has grown since last time I went. I made some great purchases, my favorite being an army cap for James at just £1.99 - bargain! This is going to be fantastic for his Army Birthday Party next weekend. I've already bought my army trousers!

Shop owners were chuffed to see the posters, ''people have been asking when Wye Local will be starting the Car Boots''. The answer is simple, this weekend!   

After posters were all delivered it was over to Hereford to pick up the signs, as always the sign writters have done a splendid job. Bright pink to catch the eye! This evening Co (I needed my darling husband's DIY skills!) and I put up the signs around Hay and Talgarth. 

I've just checked the weather forecast for this Saturday – I'm pleased to say the sun will be out, and no rain clouds in sight . . . fingers crossed them at the BBC are correct!

Already I have had various emails from people wanting to book a boot, of course there is no need to book so I have just asked them to turn up. The local community seem excited to have them running again this year.

See you all on Saturday I hope. Co and I will be very noticeable in our high-vis jackets!

Lisa Marie x 

Last year, as many of you know, the Wye Local Car Boot Sales were on the last Sunday of the month. One lady approached me and asked if I'd consider running them during Saturday or on a Sunday afternoon, as every Sunday she attends Church. This was a good point so hence my decision to consider a change for 2010.