tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23092846370313284082024-03-15T18:09:58.183-07:00Gone ThriftingGone Thrifting is about thrifting and everything thrift related: Thrift Stores, sales, finds, thrifting trips, repurposing, refinishing, decorating with thrift finds, upcycling and collecting with thrift findsJil Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01753282207863478870noreply@blogger.comBlogger92125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2309284637031328408.post-74517042822232465602013-04-23T13:47:00.000-07:002013-04-23T13:47:28.177-07:00Steals and Deals on Craigslist<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">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 mid century items for $100 or less and this is what I found:</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Three Lane MCM endtables for $100 - I'm liking the six sided one</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This seller has many Hey Woodite children's chairs in various sizes and colors for $25 each, mix and match colors or sizes! I'd put a style like this around my kitchen table, wonder if they made them in that size?</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Good mid century vibe on this chair for $70</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Love the iron legs on this retro table for $30 - emailed the seller</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This mid century coffee table has been refinished and is $50 - quite a deal!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">At <b>ZipperedHeart</b> you can find super cute pins and cell phone covers made with vintage zippers.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Love these industrial style bracelets made from vintage rulers!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Rachel of <b>balanced</b> makes jewelry, such as the lovely ring above made from a vintage floral tin.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This etsy seller uses vintage stamps from all over the world and uses them in bracelets, necklaces, brooches, rings and cufflinks - a great idea!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I've always been drawn to vintage metal beds, particularly those made during the Depression and after. With a design referred to as <i>Austere</i>, these beds have much less ornamentation, (or none) simple curves and clean lines, much different from their preceding styles such as Victorian, Art Nouveau or Art Deco.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What I like about these beds is their ability to exist in different types of decor.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Stripped to the bare metal and sealed, they look industrial. With a chippy finish they look country, rustic or shabby chic. Painted a bright color like the yellow bed above they can look modern, funky or eclectic.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I'm not sure if the above bed is vintage or a reproduction, but it demonstrates how white paint and simple bedding make this bed in it's surroundings look fresh and modern.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The above vintage beauty shows it's age, but still has much charm.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Modern linens with a vintage feel are right at home with this bed.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I really like the bird comforter on this vintage metal bed, it looks anything but old. And it shows how adaptable these beds are for children's room.</span></div>
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Jil Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01753282207863478870noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2309284637031328408.post-10354064354058658762013-03-12T21:13:00.001-07:002013-03-12T21:13:57.537-07:00Upcycled Bridal<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">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 infatuated with clothing of that era then. But my mother insisted </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">as her only daughter</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> I wear a white wedding gown and so I complied. I refused to wear a veil though, instead wearing a wreath of flowers in my hair.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This hair comb was made using a repurposed rhinestone jewelry and antique silver leaves. I think it's lovely.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I think this bridal design t-shirt would be cute to wear for opening presents the day after the wedding.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This bandeau veil with rosette was fashioned from a vintage wedding gown. The rhinestone center came from a vintage necklace. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These bridal bouquets are fashioned by Suzy Webster from vintage jewelry. If my daughter likes this, I'm going to look for a tutorial on how to make one.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I think this upcycled wedding dress is just gorgeous!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">At this point we just need to focus on a location since my daughter isn't getting married for another year and a half. But it's fun to look at all the different ideas </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">and I hope that you enjoyed it also!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">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 for marking items in it. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Not having bought anything like this before I decided to take a look at what's out there for these type of cases. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">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.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like the combination of elements in this small room and the low suitcase table is functional and appealing.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Though the suitcase is vintage, the style of the stand and wood color give it a modern feel. It would be nice in a foyer and the suitcase could be used to hide mail or gloves etc.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here's another nice suitcase table - this one is definitely stylish.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I searched for images of upcycled suitcases for children and found this cute idea - just I wish I could have found more ideas. Seems like that's an under explored area.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This snow white suitcase is cute too and I'm sure there are little girls who</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">would love it. Plus it would be fairly simple to do.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Still thinking about ideas for a little girl's suitcase (This is turning into an</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">and affixing little purses inside. A zippered pencil case would work too.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Plenty of room for storing lots of treasures. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">But I would leave the suitcase intact and obviously not hang it in a bathroom.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This suitcase turned into kitschy shadowbox is fun, like the maps and old photos on the inside.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Last, but not least, I love this idea for repurposing a vintage suitcase for craft items - so many possibilities!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This whimsical tree stand is great - love the gnomes, toadstool and trees!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here's a nice mid century tree stand that also revolves. It would be a nice contrast with a green tree and a bunch of shiny ornaments.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like the nostalgic graphics on this Coloramic tree stand.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The kid in me wants this tree stand (yeah Santa!).</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like the retro look of this tree stand - it's red and silver colors would pair nicely with a green tree. A silver tree would look good as well.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here's another very similar one, but with a ring of lights at the bottom, which could create a nice effect with light coming up from the bottom of the tree.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This German ceramic tree stand is something different and I like it. Not sure what color tree I'd put in it, what do you think?</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This little red metal cutie of a stand is for a miniature tree, measuring 2-1/2" tall and 1-1/2" wide. It would be great for a feather or a Charlie Brown tree.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is the tree stand that I bought. Not really your typical christmas tree stand style, but I like it's industrial look. I also like the price tag, total with shipping was $22.33. It was advertised as being from the 1940's, but to me it looks more mid century. It doesn't have much paint left on it and I might sand off the remaining paint. Think I'm going to use this for a tabletop tree and go really simple with the ornaments. Maybe just lights and a star. Any ideas?</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It will be at least a week before I get it. Once I do and it's </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">set to go, I'll snap a picture of it and post it.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">They can stand on their own or in groups and look lovely with or without flowers. Use as a group for mass appeal in a variety of sizes. Large ball vases are a force to be reckoned with and can soften the hard lines of a bookcase or take center stage on a table.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sharlet Bartholomew of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/78009170/custom-hand-sculpted-ooak-baby-or-elf?ref=sr_gallery_35&ga_search_query=miniature&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=handmade">BalooHallow</a>, Sharlet sculpts these babies and baby elves that measure 1-1/2 to 2-1/4 inches long. You can custom order yours on Etsy, specifying baby or elf, gender and other details. Absolutely sweet!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Artist Dalton Ghetti hand carved the alphabet onto the tips of the pencils above. Aside from the skill involved in doing that, I also like the graphic (no pun intended) look of the pencils. To see other interesting items Ghetti carved out of pencil lead, <a href="http://www.daltonmghetti.com/shop.asp">click here.</a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The most reasonably priced of the bunch are figurines alone and the most expensive seem to be the banks, which can fetch a pretty hefty price.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have the Spaniel below and paid around $10 for it several years ago. Since then the popularity has grown for cast iron figures and I would expect to pay more for it now, maybe $20.00 or more.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To read about the history of cast iron toys: <a href="http://www.antique-antiques.com/antique-cast-iron-toys.shtml">Antique Antiques</a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To read about collectible animal figures: <a href="http://antiques.lovetoknow.com/Collectible_Animal_Figurines">lovetoknow antiques</a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To read about cast iron banks: <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/vintage-antique-cast-iron-banks">squidoo</a> or <a href="http://tribstar.com/history/x1155781320/HISTORICAL-TREASURE-Golden-age-of-American-cast-iron-banks-lasted-from-1869-1910">TribStar</a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To read an informative review by Jay Kerch, Owner of an antique gallery in Vermont: <a href="http://reviews.ebay.com/Metal-Vintage-Dog-Figures-Cast-Iron-vs-Non-Cast-Iron?ugid=10000000001226606">eBay Guide</a></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These smaller cast iron figurines are just a small part of what's out there for cast iron antiques. Expect to find them occasionally in the behind glass cases of a thrift store. You can also find them at estate sales or auctions. Otherwise, look to eBay where you can expect to pay much more and most expensively at an antique store.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My apologies for not posting for awhile, I've had much going on and will try to not have such lapses in between posts.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Just like the many <a href="http://gonethrifting.blogspot.com/2012/06/upcycled-entertainment-centers-and.html">entertainment centers </a>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 see what some people are doing to update and upcycle desks. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am so in love with this chartreuse metal desk! After seeing it, I immediately did a search for one like it on </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">eBay. I recognized the style as Norman Bel Geddes and found a few. It can be mine for anywhere from $550 to $750 <u>plus</u> shipping. <i>Gulp.</i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's amazing how color can change appearances, like the desk above from antique to modern. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I'm currently obsessed with chartreuse and citron like colors, which </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I did a post on awhile back, if you'd like to view it, <a href="http://gonethrifting.blogspot.com/2012/07/eternally-modern-chartreuse.html">click here.</a></span></div>
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</span>Jil Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01753282207863478870noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2309284637031328408.post-59356413680659912902012-09-15T09:11:00.000-07:002012-09-15T09:11:19.381-07:00Doors of Taos Pueblo, New Mexico<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">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 and purple sage is set against the mountains and the sky is so blue.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">On the first leg of our trip we went to Taos. While there we toured the Taos Pueblo, an Indian Reservation that has been inhabited for over 1000 years.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I don't feel good about the situation that the Native American Indians have in our country. But my blog is not the place to make commentary on the situation.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I think Adobe architecture is very interesting (so fitting for the landscape) and it's orange tint could be what makes the sky seem extra blue, though maybe the elevation (7000 ft.) has something to do with it too.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">While walking around I was struck by the different doors of each residence and took pictures of them. Even though these are very humble adobe's, there is an artistic sense about them. </span><br />
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Jil Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01753282207863478870noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2309284637031328408.post-82968452264937771812012-08-31T22:29:00.001-07:002012-08-31T22:29:16.618-07:00Greetings from New Mexico...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like both these ideas for vintage rulers, especially the mirror. All Women Stalk has 14 different ideas for </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">upcycling rulers.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Since the finish was not shiny I could start right in painting. I painted it with Behr Ultra, a paint and primer in one. The color looks chartreuse (to see my post on chartreuse, <a href="http://gonethrifting.blogspot.com/2012/07/eternally-modern-chartreuse.html">click here</a>.) and is called Leapfrog. I used two coats in an eggshell finish. The surface is quite pitted, so I didn't try to get in all the holes. I like the effect of the gray showing, gives it a little more dimension.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">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 the gorgeous backdrop in this photo - are those redwood trees? </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These diy lights are a charming idea</span></div>Jil Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01753282207863478870noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2309284637031328408.post-77533048395851531242012-07-26T15:01:00.000-07:002012-07-26T15:01:58.072-07:00Goodwill Hunting<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">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. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I'm going to have it reframed as the frame has some big chips in it and </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">the print is not a standard size.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> I think a different color frame will set it off better too.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I bought this old milk can at a thrift sale last fall for $10. I like the worn patina of the metal. I wanted to use it for a plant stand, but the lid has a grip on it that I couldn't get off. So I put it on an asian plant stand and keep maps and prints in it. The wood statue and planter are past thrift finds, making everything but a print or two in the milk can secondhand finds.</span></div>Jil Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01753282207863478870noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2309284637031328408.post-90409393650795801962012-07-19T21:08:00.000-07:002012-07-19T21:08:34.845-07:00Galvanized Metal<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These galvanized vessels are dressed up with beautiful flowers. The miniature watering cans place cards are a nice touch.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have a double wash tub like the one above and use it for laundry sorting. I'd show you a picture of mine, but my laundry room is <s>a mess</s> not very photogenic. I bought it from a neighbor's garage sale for $20.00. It looks like I got a very good deal as this one on ebay is going for $210.00 or best offer. Are they really selling for that much?</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here is "Christmas in July" (just hope I can remember it come December). This table top tree with galvanized metal stand is from Martha Stewart. I love this and the "snow" underneath with miniature deer! This idea has so many possibilities: choose your own color, use elves or a miniature town under the tree...</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There are oodles of things you can store in these old milk crates - magazines, towels, supplies, you name it. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like Deborah Silvers idea to use these galvanized barrels as planters. A group of them in the right place would be downright sculptural. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Best of all, galvanized metal is not hard to find at garage sales, thrift stores or estate sales. A good deal or great find makes the thrill of the hunt even sweeter!</span></div>Jil Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01753282207863478870noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2309284637031328408.post-55239357183389169082012-07-13T08:13:00.002-07:002012-07-13T08:13:47.703-07:00Eternally Modern Chartreuse<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">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.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Wish I had this purse and the necklace below to go with an outfit I'm wearing to a wedding this weekend. My blouse is magenta, black and white, would have been such a great combination!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Russell Wright dinnerware is very collectible, lurv that celery plate!</span></div>Jil Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01753282207863478870noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2309284637031328408.post-87468631160301490812012-07-07T09:17:00.000-07:002012-07-07T09:17:57.936-07:00Bar Carts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love the idea of having a bar cart at the ready in my home. I've been musing about this for awhile, (<a href="http://gonethrifting.blogspot.com/2012/01/liquor-cabinet.html">click here for a previous post</a>) but common sense tells me to wait until my male teenage son is older. Still, there's no harm in looking!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I like the yellow and industrial style of this cart. I could see a wood soda crate on the bottom for bottles or glasses and another wood box for supplies.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">stand. With the accompanying accessories this vintage trunk's stature has</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Isn't this a pretty setup? This brass bar cart has nice functionality with the bottle and wine glass holders. I think the red chair and animal print are very nice touches. What a great use for a chair with a lot of character. It's easy to find them at sales and on craigslist. One can of spray paint is all you need.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Industrial design is always a big draw for me, love the green.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This wood cart has some nice storage and the bonus of leaves. Plus it's style would fit in many different types of decor.</span></div>Jil Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01753282207863478870noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2309284637031328408.post-15261558338202874932012-06-29T21:16:00.000-07:002012-06-29T21:16:36.660-07:00Upcycled Entertainment Centers and Armoires<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">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 price. Let's take a look at what some creative people are doing to give them a new life.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">for old shutters on dishfunctional designs.</span></div>Jil Caseyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01753282207863478870noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2309284637031328408.post-78864986065935523202012-03-25T16:14:00.000-07:002012-03-25T16:14:10.822-07:00Vintage Tea Towels<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">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 designs.</span><br />
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