to anyone who knows me, they are aware of the fact that i spend my spare time wandering through thrift stores in search of the perfect piece of vintage tableware to add to my collection and to use as props in my photos. i also find things to put in the garden, furniture to refinish and much more. see the latest additions by visiting this page.
this weeks find at the thrift store
$11.42!!!!
russel wright iroquois casual china and silver plate spoons
12/9/13
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russel wright iroquois casual china and silver plate spoons
12/9/13
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i went out today in search of an oven proof pot with a cover and my travels took me to the three stores located right by my home. in southern thrift, i found the blue enamel roaster for $10.99 but since it was a blue tag day, i scored it for 50% off! over in thriftsmart, i found a set of clear glass bowls and a decorative glass bowl. there are three in the vintage pyrex set and the two small ones were .99 each while the large one was $1.99. the brown glass bowl is also another collectible pyrex bowl and it was just $3.99 bringing the total to less than $8.00 in the store. but wait, it gets better, since i am on the email list, i get a 10% discount and this more than covered the sales tax!
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some time back in a martha stewart living magazine, i saw an article on milk glass collectibles. they took a collection of items in different shapes and sizes and lined them up above a fireplace on the mantel. by placing a small votive candle in each one, they created a unique display. well, i do not have a fireplace but i have always wanted to recreate that look.
and here they are with candles. i have a bunch of sugar and creamers made from milk glass, including a set that belonged to my great grandmother but i want to collect vases, bowls, candy dishes and other interesting pieces. wish me luck!
posted on 2/5/2012
