Ode to Yellow

This is my ode to yellow,

a bright and cheery fellow,

Who seems to say hello,

Would you like some lemon jello? 

                                 - j.casey

Pardon my foray into poetry, I must have had too much coffee this morning. Actually, I'm going to add it to my other little ditties for a children's book that I would like to write and illustrate some day. 

Lately I'm very attracted to things that are yellow, it's such a cheerful color. And don't we all need a little more cheerful in our lives? Here are a few yellow things that I have thrifted recently.

I really like this yellow Hoover electric fry pan. It's in great condition and the pan is made out of heavy duty stainless steel. Paid $6 at an estate sale.

I found this Dansk pitcher and I assuming Dansk coasters at a garage sale for $1. The coasters don't have a mark on them, but they perfectly match. 

Even though I already have a lemon squeezer or two, I couldn't resist this Semco one that I found at Goodwill for $1.99. 

This giant yellow paper clip wasn't thrifted, but I did buy it at T.J. Maxx, so it

was discounted. It's made of iron, so it will last longer than I will. A pop of color for my work space.

These shallow yellow bowls marked Genuine Melamine, were .39 each at Goodwill. They're a good size for portion control. (right...)

moderncraze

This Panton Era Conran Crayonne Ice Bucket, tray and glasses would be soo nice to have. I don't see things like this when I'm thrifting, wish I would.

What's your favorite color lately?


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Enamelware

Two Balloons Blue

When I see some of the gorgeous Scandinavian enamelware on other thrifting blogs, I wonder why I see so little of it on my outings. Don't know if it's the area I live in or that I'm not going to the right sales. I could go to Etsy or eBay to find it, but the thrifter in me wants to score it for a pittance somewhere. Perhaps a reality check is in order? For now, at least I can look. Here is a variety of enamelware for you to peruse. Don't forget to click on the links, some of these sites are really good sources of information.

Just A Modern Guy

Object of Beauty

A Collection A Day

Finding the Grail

Modern Findings

Vertigo Home

Wood Jungle Store

Tandem Antiques

Bonafide Vintage

Is it wrong if I want everything in this photo?

Cafe Cartolina

Tandem Antiques

Modern Findings

How about you? Do you have a enamelware score to brag about? I love to hear about your conquests!


This post is part of Flaunt it Friday with Chic on a Shoestring Decorating

Thrifting Finds

Ever go to a sale where the offerings are slim and you start to regret the time and gas spent to get there? THEN you find one great thing. Such was the case this past weekend at an estate sale. I was about to leave when I noticed a great side table in the corner. I paid $35 for it and took it home.

I like the style of this table -  the details on the drawers, the legs, the open space and iron bars on the side.  The brand name is Brandt. I've seen some of their more rustic furniture. Think I'll spray paint the knobs and feet covers black for now. Flanking the table are my Baker Chairs, a previous craigslist find.

I found two pieces of Dansk enamelware at another sale. The pitcher is a really pretty cobalt blue, which doesn't show in the picture. I think it will be great with fresh flowers in it. I paid $6 for it. The brown casserole has some wear on the enamel around the edges, but I was excited to find it so I bought it anyway, it was only $3.

The candleholders were $6 for the pair. They are heavy for their size and have great mid century style. The label says nagel, made in Germany. Anyone familiar with these? I feel like I've seen them before.

I bought this vase for $1.50, I like the style and finish. It says USA originals on the bottom with other markings. I've come across USA pottery countless times but the markings seem different.

Did you have any good finds this past weekend?


This post is a part of Thrift Share Monday with Apron Thrift Girl