About Us - Shop at Blu

Hi! I am Sue…Suzanne, Sue at Blu. I am a wife to my devoted husband of 31 years, a mother to five incredibly unique and passionate children, a Mom Mom to Gbaby Blu who just turned 5 and a forever Hallahan girl! I want to do it all, see it all, and try everything!

An only child, born in Philadelphia, I carry my childhood family traditions and working class roots with me. My parents instilled in me a love of country, community, family and faith. A resident of the Birmingham Alabama areas for 20+ years, I truly have a Yankee heart and a Southern soul.

I am an avid DIY’er, antique purveyor and lover of all things vintage. My passion is taking simple items whether worn or new, and transforming them into special items for my home. I love to share my knowledge and ideas with the hopes that you find some inspiration for your own home or for your life. I have an attachment to things and I love to display items that elicit great memories of great people and fun times.

I love to travel! Whether it’s Europe, another state here in the US, or simply to a local antique or decor shop, I invite you to follow along. Join me in sharing your tips and finds as well.

I am in the process of updating our home and making it our personal and custom haven. I’m not really sure I can corral my style into one genre but my favorites are traditional American, French Country, Hollywood Regency, Provincial. So basically eclectic! I’m a Philly born creative spirit with strong roots in tradition and a flair for the extravagant. I love to try new things and I must see it all!

Below is my previous “About Me” from when I owned my store. I am hesitant to delete this because it really tells a story. So enjoy! Note: I closed The Blue Building in 2019.

You can find me on any given day at my store, The Blue Building Antiques and Consignment. My Dad instilled the love for DIY in me at a very young age. We didn’t have repairmen come to our house. My Dad (aka POP, that’s him below) did everything…the roofing, plumbing, electrical, masonry tasks, refinishing, drywall, painting, tiling…if it needed done, Pop did it! And if I ever saw a cool toy on TV that we couldn’t afford (or he didn’t want to buy), he made me one!

Welcome to our Shop at Blu pages. I started this blog to drive traffic to my antique and consignment store in Alabaster AL. In the process, a never ending process, I have met some phenomenal folks at my store, in the blog world, on Facebook, at conferences, and simply on the street. In these pages are observations, DIY tips, and sometimes just an introduction to a cool product or a sweet person that we have encountered. Come along for the ride…check in from time to time…laugh with us and enjoy the Elegant Clutter that makes up LIFE!

The Blue Building Antiques and Consignment , located in Alabaster AL, opened on August 1, 2009. We have 25 dealers and over 300 people who consign with us on a regular basis. At the shop, you will find exquisite antiques, rare collectibles, items for you to restore, vintage decor, eclectic beauties, and a colorful display of individual personalities–most notably my Dad, aka Pop (and yes, that is a Lucy’s Locket that he is sporting)! We have great taste here at Blu!