Sunday, June 7, 2009

Show Me the Sales

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This was a good weekend for me. I first picked up this white cast iron rabbit at a new store I had been wanting to go to but couldn't until now. I really love his face and how he looks rustic. He probably would look great in a garden, but for now he resides in my living room.







I have to tell you about this purchase. My SIL, who doesn't get as excited as I do about decorating or treasure hunting, told me about a yard sale / estate sale she thought I might be interested in. It was going to be on Saturday & Sunday. After she gave me the address, I decided to drive by to see if by chance anything was being set out, or if I could see anything I might be interested in. Being as it was Friday, I knew they would be setting up. Well, there were a few cars in the driveway and I couldn't see anything, it all looked to be in the garage. So, being the true hunter...errrr...shopper that I am, I told my son Tyler that I was going to stop and pretend I thought they were having the sale then. With my best innocent face and "Oh, I thought it was today!!!" I asked if they would mind if I just looked and could they tell me what they would be having for sale on Saturday. The lady was kind enough to list the bigger items as I could see the others. And when she mentioned an antique dresser I asked if I could see it. After I was able to look at it (and no it is not an antique but a nice vintage - 1930's) I asked what price. Imagine my delight when she said $35. I said I would take it, paid her......she let me take it right then! She's pretty dusty, but in great shape and after a new coat of paint, rose appliques and some new knobs, she will be a beauty! As they say....the early bird gets the worm LOL!



I went back to the same sale the next day and picked up these new cookbooks. They are hardbacks and printed in 2005- 2007, for $1 each.




Also at the same sale I bought these vintage aprons. They were marked $2 each, but I got them all for $5. I LOVE the sheer white one.



Close up of the painted floral on the white one.



Same sale.....I got this cover dish that I will use as a cloche and fill with something. Not sure what yet. This was brand new in the box for $2.





And finally at this sale I bought the blue covered jar $2, glass dome covered butter dish $1, glass frog $1 and small strainer $1.


This bottle buoy I picked up at a different yard sale for 50 cents. I bought it for my friend's sister who is decorating her house in beach cottage decor. I get excited when I find something unique. I loved it because I have never seen a buoy like this. Hope she does too.



I had a couple more items but forgot to take pictures......I'll share them next week.
Until then,
~Toni~










19 comments:

  1. Wow. You really scored at this sale! Love the bunny! That chest has real promise too! Can't wait to see what you do with it! I've been looking for a cloche/covered dish like that!

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  2. Great stuff! Can't wait to see the chest of drawers redone. Aren't garage sales fun!!??
    ~Patti

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  3. popped in from Southern Hospitality-gotta say I LOVE that rabbit!! I have some how managed to start a collection of white rabbits(not bunnies) in my dining room-its a secret though-if my mother found out I'd be inundated with fluffy cutesy bunnies before i knew it!

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  4. the dresser will be fabulous when it has its new coat of paint on!!!! Happy Thrifty Monday. xo Joan

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  5. Fantastic! You really found some wonderful things.

    The bunny is my favorite :)

    Lisa

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  6. Hi Toni
    Thanks for stoping by to look at my yard sale finds!
    I would love to see that dresser all fixed up!
    I hope you post that!
    and all the glass wear !!!! you've got a great eye!
    Wonderful treasures

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  7. you found some really good things, thanks for visiting my blog too :)

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  8. OMG, that dresser!!! WHOA!!!!

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  9. That chest is a great score! Can't wait to see what you do with it. I buy those cheese covers to turn into cloches too. Fun and cheap my two faves. I was reading your past posts. Happy BDay to Tyler and I haven't been to an auction either. Kind of like fighting for something you want. I am not very competitive. If you went let us know how it was. Thanks for visiting. I am signing up on your followers as well. Don't want to miss out on any of your finds, it is like shopping vicariously.

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  10. I always think it's the POLITE early bird who gets the worm. Your worm is fabbo! ;o}

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  11. Great finds! I especially loved the dresser and the covered jar! The dresser was a great deal! I loved the covered jar, so pretty!

    Tina

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  12. I love the white rabbit. Will he go indoors or outdoors? Also love can't wait to see the dresser when it's been redone. Thanks for sharing!

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  13. Thanks for stopping by my blog and checking my finds. I loved that blue bowl with the lid and if I had an inch space left would have gotten that dresser to refinish. I have done that to several pieces of furniture. Love it. you got some great items. Stop by and visit again!

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  14. Toni, those are great finds! Love that little dresser & I had to laugh at you stopping the day before. It really shouldn't matter to them if they want to sell stuff anyway. Great buys!

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  15. OMG! You lucked out! I just love all your treasures! Thanks for stopping by and signing up for my give away!
    Hugs, Lisa

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  16. Wow that was a clever way to get into the sale.:)
    Love the goodies you came home with too.

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  17. That was a steal of a deal on that dresser! I'm lovin' that bottle buoy too! So cool!

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  18. Great finds! Love the bunny and the dresser and that blue bowl is so pretty!

    Manuela

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My door is always open & I hope you will come by often to visit, maybe have a cup of coffee or tea with me. ~Hugs, Toni~