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My $150 Sofa. 20 Jun 2013 | 10:13 pm
Because of my MCS, I can't buy new furniture, and even have to be careful of used items that I buy. I have been in desperate need of a, "new," sofa, as my 1988 hand me down, Ethan Allen couch is worn ...
Bottle Drying Rack. 9 May 2013 | 04:53 am
I've been wanting a vintage french wine bottle drying rack for years and years... way back before they became popular. I always kept my eyes open at thrift stores and garage sales, but never came acro...
What a Beauty! 6 May 2013 | 06:09 pm
Yes it's been a long time since I posted here. I lived for a year in an area devoid of thrift stores, and garage sales...it was quite depressing. I'm now in beautiful Asheville, NC, which is full of t...
Goodwill Outfit. 14 Jul 2011 | 02:25 am
Gray/Brown Talbots linen dress. $5 Silver mesh vintage belt. $1.50 Brand new brown, heeled sandals. $3 Love the details on this dress.
Pier One Bookcase 13 Jun 2011 | 07:49 pm
It had a price tag of $20, my husband offered $15 and the sellers said, "Sure!" I love it.
Estate Sale Leftovers 10 Feb 2011 | 05:55 am
I work with a woman who along with her husband have a business buying up entire estates. Every now and then she has a garage sale to clear out her inventory and this past Saturday she had a sale. Look...
Score! 30 Jan 2011 | 11:51 am
A box of hot press type! Now if I just had a letterpress.
Starbucks Christmas Tree 22 Nov 2010 | 11:18 pm
I've been finding lots of great stuff lately, but have been very lazy about blogging it. This awesome Christmas tree was part of a Starbucks seasonal decor a couple of years ago. I picked it up at a g...
Drop Leaf Tables. 16 Oct 2010 | 01:26 am
I love drop leaf tables and their space saving convenience, but they are a rare find at thrift stores and garage sales. Fifteen years ago my husband purchased one for me at an antique mall and I could...
Christmas Presents. 23 Sep 2010 | 10:13 am
My granddaughters will be 2 and 4 come Christmas and I think they are going to love these Barbies. I love the price, $15 for both.