I'm on a self-imposed hunting break. I realize you always need "fresh meat" to keep sales up but I don't feel physically and mentally equipped to bring in loads of new merchandise. I'm still soul-searching and trying to plot my next career move. And I'm enjoying my new very clear and minimalist pad (tour soon!) too much to trash it again!
I did stop by a yard sale a couple of doors down from my apartment. I wouldn't have gone but I've repositioned my desk by the window and I saw the yard sale sign on the street light outside! Who could resist the quick ride over? I've always admired this house with its colorful flags and potted succulents, good to see the wares of the inhabitants. They have great taste!
I'll get better shots of the gorgeous dresses I found later. They're all name-brand and like-new, I love how they exemplify how little you need to go out to buy nice new clothing! I'd rather pay $2.50 for these than $250.00! I've already worn a couple of these out on dates. (both the photos above from my Instagram feed)
I also found the lovely tea set above, I've see it at Urban Outfitters and Antropologie (I recognized at least one dress label from Anthropologie as well- pricy!) and am happy to own it even for a little while. It's $18 if anyone would like to buy it.
Then I had to scoop up this owl needlepoint piece from the same sale. Love the eyes on this guy- daisy eyes! ---------->>> On Etsy
And I rarely resists a nice bowling ball bag when I see them. I often get requests for these. ---------->>> On Etsy
I love that you can just switch out the shelves for a refreshed work space if desired. A great way to display the art and host some knick-knacks. ---------->>> On Etsy
This little Numble one is a favorite, love the small size of it and the retro graphic design. ---------->>> On Etsy
My mom actually found this classic early 1980s Ninja Turtles game board for me at the Goodwill pound store. It only came with the board unfortunately because this looks like it would be an amazing game to play- love the retro designs on the turtles and the colors! ---------->>> On Etsy
Did you find anything interesting this weekend? To tell of your thrifting/finding adventures in the comments.
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What fun, cute stuff! Great deal on the dresses. No finds for me this weekend; busy most of Sat and no nearby sales anyway. Oh well.
ReplyDeleteYeah I'm being good and not shopping at all. Gonna get back to it perhaps next week? One more week to play catch-up on writing and organizing? We'll see...
DeleteThe owl tea set is so funny. Nice finds. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteThanks Steph, I'm enjoying looking at in the meantime.
Deleteoh, love that green dress, and the owl needlepoint!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to have to do your shelving idea with my Bigfoot game board :)
I'll have to post photos wearing the dresses later,they're all awesome. :D It's actually gray but hard to tell from the phone photos for sure.
DeleteGreat idea the gameboard shelves! Linda@Wetcreek Blog
ReplyDeleteOh wow I LOVE those game board shelves!!!! And the owl teaset is adorable!!
ReplyDeleteThank you :D I love having it around 'til it sells, so pretty.
DeleteThanks for the tip on bowling bags. I just looked at the solds on ebay, and some go for really great money. I pass those things up all the time. Not anymore! :) And great finds. Those dresses are so pretty!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kim, wearing one now ;D I never sell them for anything on eBay, all I get is offers for less, but I do sell them well on Etsy.
DeleteI'm really liking the board game shelves. Such a neat and practical way to display fun graphic boards.
ReplyDeleteThanks Melissa.
DeleteTHOSE SHELVES!!!!!!!!!!!! It's function and art in one!!!
ReplyDeleteIndeed.
Deletei have that ninja turtle game. it is kind of fun. part of it involves this little seesaw thing with dice and is HARD! it took forever for us to finish!
ReplyDeleteSounds like fun!
DeleteThat is such a clever idea for shelves! What a great way to display quirky vintage boards.
ReplyDeleteThanks Holly. Did a "DIY" on it a bit back, haven't moved them since. They're fun :)
DeleteI love finding clothes to wear--it always seems like a bonus to NOT have to go find them in a store if I can find them at a garage sale!
ReplyDeleteYep, agreed!
Deletelove the owl tea set
ReplyDeleteMe too, actually gonna keep it around for a while, I really like it on my desk.
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