Well, the decorating was finished and the pictures taken, ready to be shared. Then, all hell breaks loose at my house! On 12/22, we noticed the freezer wasn't freezing. By the next day, the refrigerator was kaput. So, we buy a new refrig with delivery scheduled for 12/24. Delivery arrives as promised but the deliveryman determines that the refrig won't fit in the space. Fortunately, we do have another ancient unit in the garage which we put to use. On 12/26, we return to the appliance store to re-purchase. Lo and behold (after another set of measurements), the original piece WILL fit in the space- darn those INCORRECT online measurements! I'm happy to say that the refrig was re-delivered and is working great!
Breakdown #2: yesterday, my washing machine malfunctions (as in water pouring out the door- the sensor didn't tell it to stop filling). So, off to the appliance store to buy a new washer (which really means a new washer and dryer). This morning, we became the proud, but poor, owners of a new washing machine and dryer.
My head is spinning, my wallet is empty. Looking forward to a calamity-free 2012 and wishing you all a wonderful New Year!
Friday, December 30, 2011
Where are the pictures?
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Still decorating!
Hi friends, I hope you are getting your decorating done, cards written, presents bought, cookies baked, and ALL the other things that need to get done. I've procrastinated this year, but the trees (14 this year) are getting done. Nine are trimmed, five to go. I am ornament obsessed- thus, the need for multiple (themed) trees. My autistic son loves Christmas, and I enlisted him to trim 3 small trees ("his" tree, my daughter's tree, and the "cat-themed" tree). He did a very good job! I've decorated these themed trees: birds, santas, snowmen, wild animals, winter, patriotic (pictures to follow soon).
I love seeing all your decorating ideas, thanks for sharing your creativity!
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Monday, November 21, 2011
More Pyrex and pottery
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Other found treasures
Pyrex bowls
I picked up these 3 pieces of Pyrex from my favorite vendor at the local flea market. The mixing bowls, which are in great condition, are the "Forest Fancies" pattern, bowls #401/402/403. Unfortunately, the largest bowl (#404) was not with the set.
This year at Thanksgiving, I am not using my formal china and will set my table with autumn colors. I plan on using one of the larger bowls for my stuffing. I was able to pick up 4 stoneware plates in a more seasonal color (brownish-rust) at the local Goodwill. I'll also use some of my Pyrex casseroles for the other veggies/sides. I can't wait to see how my table looks!
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Labels: Pyrex
This one's for me!
When I saw this planter at the flea market, I had to hold myself back. You see, our basement has a blue and orange color scheme. The walls are white, the couches are a medium blue ultrasuede and I had the painters add a wide stripe of orange around the whole room for some punch.
This planter originally sold for $6.99 at Montgomery Ward. It was made in California (Los Angeles). I'm assuming that the line of the product is "gardenware", not sure who the original manufacturer is, though.
I love this piece!
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A confession
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Thursday, November 3, 2011
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Thanks for the vote of confidence!
Thanks to bargainhuntingandtreasureseeking for nominating me for the Liebster Award. I have grand illusions of creating an interesting and timely blog. I will try to be more attentive to my junk AND blog and truly earn this award. This pretty, informative and creative blog was one of the first that I found, and I loved it immediately! If only I could be so efficient and creative with my blog. Sigh.....
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Monday, October 31, 2011
SOOOO Behind in Everything
I've been in California for the past 6 days. My daughter, who graduated from USC in May, got a full-time job in Los Angeles. Being employed is a great thing in this economy; knowing my daughter will be far away is difficult. Can't wait until Thanksgiving to see my girl again!
Planning on the flea market this weekend. Also, planning to catch up on photographing my mountain of treasures and sharing them with you in the near future. Don't give up on me, my promises will eventually become reality!
Happy Halloween!
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Friday, October 21, 2011
Finds!!!
I had a fun time looking for and buying treasures yesterday and today! Last night, I supported a church sale. Today, I visited 2 Goodwill stores and a Savers store. In total, I bought 25 items (18 for the to-be-sold pile, 7 for me). I am happy to say that my wallet is only a tiny bit lighter- prices were very reasonable. Pictures to follow- hopefully, tomorrow.
How has your thrifting been this week? Any thrifting plans for tomorrow?
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Sunday, October 9, 2011
Goodies from the garage
I've made a a pact with myself to get my JunkStuffTreasures organized. So, the back of my minivan is filled with things for Goodwill. I've decided that I don't want to host any more garage sales if the merchandise is family/kids/household stuff. I really want to concentrate on the collectibles which I feel compelled to purchase. Goodwill is the lucky(?) recipient of my junk!
Here are a few goodies I unearthed in the garage: 2 lovely glass dishes and 2 shot glasses (Gilley's of Pasadena Texas, and Mike's Bar of Minneapolis- with an old format phone number).
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Labels: glassware, shot glasses
It's Autumn!
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Labels: decorating
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Excited about these finds!
Found all these great items last weekend! My haul includes: a never used New Mexico tablecloth (card table size), a handkerchief (my weakness), a "Vera" scarf, 8 Kentucky Derby glasses (all different years), a "Sands Las Vegas" ashtray, a small pressed-glass dish, a pencil-by-number fishing picture, and 4 flowerpots (another weakness) labeled Brush, Haegar, Shawnee and UP Co.
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Labels: ashtrays, derby glasses, glassware, hankies, linens, pottery
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Flea Market Goodies!
What a beautiful day it was today! Full sunshine, fall temperatures- perfect for a flea market outing. I bought alot of items- some to keep, some to re-sell (whenever I get that started). In total, I bought 33 items for a total of $34.50!!! I'll keep the 5 pieces of pottery, 2 Kentucky Derby glasses, 2 calendar towels, and 11 hankies.
These items will go into the "to be sold" pile: eight ashtrays (2 plastic, 3 glass, and 3 pottery), a wooden "wife" sign, a hammered aluminum serving dish, a divided glass dish, a syrup(?)/milk pitcher (clear with eagles around the bottom), and one Derby glass.
Can't believe I actually photographed and posted today's finds. More treasures to share...I promise to get them cleaned/photographed/posted! Have a great week, friends!
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Labels: ashtrays, glassware, hammered aluminum, pottery, sign
Friday, September 9, 2011
I am a Bad Blogger!
I admit it- I'm bad at blogging. First, my design is terrible. I am considering paying someone to jazz up my blog. Second, I need to find time to keep you current with all my finds. How do you bloggers do it?
Anyway, thrifting while on vacation was not good. I did find one Vera scarf and a nice pair of old glass pedestal dishes (pictures to follow). Upon returning home, I visited an estate sale (3 visits over two days) and took home a lot of items! I was like a kid in a candy store. I promise to post some pics for you to see.
A visit to the local flea market also proved to be a success. Just a few more things to add to the ever-growing pile in the garage. What I need is for my husband and young-adult daughter (they are NOT fans of my junking endeavors) to go away for a few days so I can work with my treasures. Anyone else in the same boat?
Have a great weekend!
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Monday, August 8, 2011
New Jersey thrifting
Visiting my parents in NJ for a few days. Hoping to fit in some garage sales and thrift store shopping!
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Sunday, July 31, 2011
Last week's finds!
This past week, I picked up quite a few items. I'll keep some and put others in my "sell" pile. I have got to make selling a priority! New treasures include: a print with Asian signature (artist?), a large white New England Pottery flower pot, a nice green planter, a United Nations graphic ashtray, pair of ladies gloves (beige), a small very dark teal dish, a 60s/70s recipe box, heavy pottery ashtray (made in USA on bottom) and 3 glass dishes.
I also found a 50X52 floral tablecloth in very nice condition, and 4 pieces of silver/silverplate. The 2 pieces on the left (serving dish, loving cup dated 1957) and the larger of the two bowls (by Gorham, dated 1957) on the right have not been cleaned. I did clean the smaller bowl (by Wallace, dated 1956) on the right- look how great it looks!
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Friday, July 29, 2011
Did you notice?
Did you notice that it took me almost ONE HOUR to figure out how to add a picture to a post? It is a slow and painful learning process. I finally downloaded Picasa- hope I remember the steps next time!
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Sunday, July 17, 2011
Inspired by Other great Blogs!
New to blogging, but LOVE so many vintage blogs I've seen! Things I love: green pottery, white pottery, handkerchiefs, Christmas calling cards, aprons, barware, so many other things.... Visits to garage sales, estate sales, flea markets and thrift stores just make my day!
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