Sunday, February 21, 2010

Thrifting Again....

We spent a chunk of the day yesterday at the beach & then just pottering about at home catching up on things, getting everything in order & making the most of ideal washing conditions - loads of washing done!  I'd resigned myself to the fact that I wouldn't have time to get to any markets or garage sales, particularly when the little guy who is incredibly volatile these days, was having massive tantrums & going out of his way to rile up his big brothers and driving everyone to distraction! 
So, when I saw a 'Sale' sign on the side of the road while making a trip to the supermarket I just had to turn in, you know, just in case there might be something...

I have to say this sight made my heart flutter, tragic but true!


I had to have this little picnic basket, I could just picture hubby & I taking off to the beach at dusk with our wine, fish n' chips & a comfy rug! Hmmm, it's nice to dream....


This handy box which will be used for shoes by the back door...

and these dishes & vintage blocks, love them!


So, now with kids in bed & dinner on the stove, it's time for a well earned one of these. 


Hope you've had a great weekend. For more thrifty finds pop over here

18 comments:

  1. great finds, that garage sale looks like it would have been lots of fun to fossick through

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  2. Oh you totally scored but you have such an eye for such things. I've seen mobiles made out of blocks like that, they look fabulous!! Love Posie

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  3. You did well with those blocks. They're fantastic!

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  4. There are never sales like that here!!! Lucky you your treasures are wonderful!!

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  5. it's the unexpected that's always the best ... and those blocks are so amazing.

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  6. I wish I stumbled across those type of sales! Looks fabulous :-)

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  7. Isn't it great when you find lovely things when you are not really looking ... glad you got to have a "ME MOMENT"!

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  8. oh my i started salavating when I saw the big box you are going to use for your shoes! Nice finds!

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  9. What fab finds, I love them all, especially that little basket and those blocks too. What a wonderful adventure. Thanks so much for playing along.
    Sophie x

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  10. Oh everything is awesome... well done you! My heart would have been all a flutter too, I assure you!

    Nice score with the picnic basket & the wooden blocks... yum!

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  11. Let it be your rule in life that you always screech to a halt when you spot a 'sale' sign. Wow, do you have fab find vibes!

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  12. Yep as everyone else has said, you did very well indeed!
    The box and blocks I have to say are fabulous! I have two similar wicker basket thingies. Should really start using them I suppose! :)

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  13. Great finds! I have a set of blocks just like that, from when I was a kid - they are just lovely. Nic

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  14. I think Mel, that you are the only one who ever comes across these fabulous sales!! call me next time!!!!

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  15. Oh gadzooks how did you restrain yourself? What a goldmine!!! You finds are gorgeous, your blog is too ;) Well done ;)

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  16. I just love the look of that market. I've never visited it but I'll be going there now. Thanks for sharing!

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  17. totally love the basket. I want one! and am really enjoying your blog. I'll be adding you to my list of blogs I follow : )

    Stop by my blog some time. P

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