Gone Thrifting

Although many times it seems so hard to find exactly what I'm looking for (beer budget, champagne taste), it is amazing what good buys can be out there. I did a search on my local craigslist for...

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I haven't done a post on upcycling for a bit. Let's take a look at what some crafty people are doing to upcycle jewelry and different items into jewelry. I'm always amazed at the creativity ou...

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Oh bed! Oh bed! Oh delicious bed! That heaven on earth To the weary head. - Thomas Hood image via everyday Lovely I've always been drawn to vintage metal beds, particularly th...

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I must admit that classic weddings and wedding gowns are not my favorite. When I was planning my own wedding years ago, I wanted to wear a 1940's style navy blue blazer and skirt, as I was infatu...

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I recently bought this wood surveyor's case at the antique store where I also sell.  It has a great worn patina and lovely orange color. I'm going to put it on my desk and keep supplies...

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Here are several vintage heart shaped items for you to peruse - eye candy! Happy Valentines Day to you and yours. Lacquered Cinnabar Heart Box image via ClockWinder Yellow Ena...

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There have been many posts about upcycled suitcases and for good reason. There's just so many great ideas out there! Here are several that caught my attention. Image via Upcycle That ...

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I know it's a little early to be thinking about Christmas, but not if you're shopping for a vintage Christmas tree stand. I've been doing some searching and thought I would share a few beauties I...

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I have a weakness for ball vases - they're so appealing, so artful, so divine. They can stand on their own or in groups and look lovely with or without flowers. Use as a group for mass appeal ...

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While surfing the internet I did a search on miniature art. There are some pretty cool and amazing things to behold. Here are just a few: Can you believe the realistic detail on these tin...

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Cast iron animal figurines have a charm all their own. Even though my tastes lean towards modern, I am smitten. These sturdy beauties can serve many purposes other than figural. They run the gamu...

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Just like the many entertainment centers that have gone to the island of misfit furniture because of flat screen tvs, desks without keyboards have been languishing too. So let's take a look and ...

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My husband and I were fortunate to take a trip to the beautiful state of New Mexico. They call it the land of enchantment and now I know why. The desert landscape dotted with yellow wildflowers a...

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We're on vacation, didn't have time to get a post done before we left. I'll be back in two weeks. Hope you enjoy the illustrations on this vintage postcard!

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Last summer I did a post when I found this L-Shape seating on Craigslist. I was pretty excited to find something like this for a pittance that had so much potential. The frame needed refini...

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I've had many posts about upcycling ideas. The creativity and ingenuity that people have is so interesting to me. For those of us who adore thrifting in all it's forms, upcycling can be part and...

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I purchased this pot on clearance at Michael's Craft Store. I liked it's shape and size. It cost me about $18.00, pretty good for a 18" tall pot. I forgot to take a before picture, but the c...

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image via Sunset Remember the plastic umbrella stands that you fill with water or sand? This diy idea for mounting a patio umbrella in a large pot  really puts that to shame. Wish I had...

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Last night I made a quick trip to the Goodwill in my neighborhood. I always check out the pictures for art or frames. I was pleased to find a print that I really like. I'm going to have it refra...

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I don't know what it is about galvanized metal that I like so much (I like it, I love it, I want some more of it...:>). It can be industrial, functional, funky and also dressed up to look stunn...

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Today's post is random and quick. Eternally modern, chartreuse is one of my favorite colors and although not easy to find, it's out there. Let's take a look at a few of the offerings out there. ...

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I love the idea of having a bar cart at the ready in my home. I've been musing about this for awhile, (click here for a previous post ) but common sense tells me to wait until my male teenage so...

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Just like the vcr, entertainment centers and armoires went out when the flat screen TV came in. Scads of them can be found on Craigslist, begging to be sold for a mere pittance of their original ...

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image via fed up with lunch Who'd thunk painting tires bright colors would actually make them look fun and attractive? image via Project Minify This cinderblock garden wall ...

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I like the charm of vintage tea towels, especially those from the 60's and 70's. I don't come across them very often thrifting, not sure why that is, but I keep looking. Here are several nice des...

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