Showing posts with label thrifty finds. Show all posts
Showing posts with label thrifty finds. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

random thoughts

this post is very random. i already know that prior to writing it. i go junking once a week. i always hit up the goodwill & thrift king at least one morning with my coffee. it's my time and i love it. i can always find a dollar here or there- so i never feel guilty spending it. a few months ago i bought 3 beautiful vintage patchwork mugs, which i hope someday to use as tea cups for madison, when is a little bit older. they are very fragile. i was sort of bummed that i only found three but i bought them anyways- hoping to find 1 single cup on ebay or junking another day. months went by but sure enough, i found 1 for only 44 cents. you cannot beat that & look at her smile. aren't they just the cutest?? and even better, i found them on etsy for $18.50 for three and i think i only spend $2 on the entire set. goodness do i love a great vintage find! 

next up, the vintage sunflower pyrex divided dish. my very first divided dish. i found one for $29.95 plus shipping on ebay. guess how much i paid for this beauty?? come on, guess?? give up? ONLY $3.99. i am a firm believer in using my pyrex so i cannot wait to serve green beans AND egg noodles together. {amazing what brings joy to moms} beautiful huh?

lastly, i have been meaning to let you readers know that i am now a proud owner of a jo totes camera bag, which i might add is absolutely gorgeous. my parents surprised all of us girls {i am one of three girls} with surprise christmas gifts. my mom and dad sure paid attention to what we talk about...kate got vintage pyrex. heid got a beautiful coat. i got this gorgeous bag and i almost cried when i opened it. i think i did cry. anyways, thanks again mom & dad. i know christmas was forever ago but i finally got the chance to post these. if you have a nice camera and/or like taking pictures, this is the bag for you. it's worth every penny. you can check out more styles here at jo totes. there are so many beautiful styles--but there is nothing i love more than my little peanut & her face in the last photo. she made a little bed on the ground. love her <3 again, sorry for the randomness. thanks to those who read this! 



Saturday, February 4, 2012

from this to that | diy repurposed bench

the newest & most beautiful addition to my home is my repurposed bench. isn't is just perfect for spring? my bff michelle got this for me a while ago from a yard sale from a furniture designer and she knew it was right up my alley. it was very easy to repurpose and it looks great with some valentine decor. i got the fabric on clearance and already had white paint so it cost next to nothing to repurpose. i might even want to attempt it in a photo session? that's how much i love it. well, here it is--from this to that.


and even madison loves the bench. i swear it has nothing to do with a mailbox full of candy. 
pipe cleaners and yarn?? yup! just a sneak peak of the current new brand i am working on. i am so excited about this one! i love being able to incorporate hand-done things with digital. stay tuned...and remember if you need any design work, contact me! 



Friday, November 25, 2011

thrift store finds

what a successful thrift week. i've been to a few stores over the past few days and found some great finds at goodwill and thrift king {only in westmoreland county} not only is so much fun but you get so much for your money :) and i didn't even look at furniture which may be my mission this next week. anyways- i only spent about $15.00 so here is the breakdown: {i am proud of myself on this one} also scroll for photos of these beauties. 
pyrex bowl- 1.99
pyrex bowl- 2.99
vintage polaroid rainbow camera- 4.99
vintage camera- .88
polaroid camera- 1.20
4 pyrex mugs- .88
3 pyrex mugs- .88
tiny mason jar mug- .88
grand total: 14.69