My Latest Finds

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It's that time of year and I've been 'yard-saleing' like crazy the past few weekends.  Let me show you the treasures I've found...
Let's start with that sweet silver bowl displaying my faux lemons.  When I found it, it was nearly black with tarnish.  When I turned it over, I found this:
Here's the before and after:
Nothing a little elbow grease and metal polish couldn't remedy!

I fell in love with this little silver-lidded jar as soon as I spotted it.  It was only a dollar.
It was perfect for my vintage dressing table!
These three items I shared in a previous post.
However, I didn't share the inside of the Martha Washington sewing cabinet.
The sliding drawer contained a few sets of needles.
The next drawer is for thread:
The bottom drawer contained a few bags of lace (currently being washed) and this jar full of various pressure feet and metal bobbins:
The last thing I found on this day was a blank sign and it was FREE!
I'm already working on a plan for it, so be sure to stop back!

Every year a local non-profit that helps people with disabilities live more independently has a huge yard sale.  Everything is donated and it's a major fund-raiser for them.  
I went yesterday and here's what I found...
A wicker turkey...because who doesn't need a wicker turkey??
A ceramic tea-light Christmas tree.  Not a chip or crack anywhere!
Placemats and not a stain or smell to be found!
This sign may be a little rough but it's solid wood, so I grabbed it.
Some glass for future projects.
OOPS!  I almost forgot this one.
Care to guess what I paid?
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$6 for the wicker turkey, ceramic tree, placemats, sign and glass pieces.  You just can't beat that price!  

I'm off to wash some glass and get started on a few projects.  
What treasures have you found lately?

Comments

  1. Gail @Purple Hues and MeJune 16, 2024 at 9:57 AM

    Nothing like you have, Ann! What great finds! Treasure all of them! I never really have any luck at the Goodwill. I'm doing good if I find a couple of things. I've noticed that the prices there have gone up, too! And yard sales seem to be far and few around where I live! Thanks for sharing your fantastic haul!

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    1. AnnJune 17, 2024 at 8:33 AM

      Thanks, Gail. We don't have a Goodwill nearby, but when I did, I never had a lot of luck either. This area is great for yard sales and estate sales all spring , summer, and fall. I do my shopping so I have projects to work on during the winter!

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  2. Kim June 16, 2024 at 11:56 AM

    Great finds, Ann! Love the wicker turkey, because as you said, who doesn't need one? 😉

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  3. Sandi MagleJune 18, 2024 at 10:28 AM

    Your sewing table is adorable...who doesn't need another piece with storage!

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    1. AnnJune 18, 2024 at 7:56 PM

      Thank you, Sandi...and you are exactly right! Storage is everyone's goal.

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  4. NicoleJune 18, 2024 at 2:32 PM

    Those are some great finds! I really like the glass. My mom has some pieces very similar to those. And how fun is that wicker turkey?

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    1. AnnJune 18, 2024 at 7:57 PM

      Thank you, Nicole. I couldn't resist that turkey!

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  5. Jennifer WiseJune 18, 2024 at 2:44 PM

    Wow, I can't believe the price. That silver is beautiful, and I love the sewing table. Thank you for sharing this post with us at the Will Blog for Comments #40 linkup. We hope to see you next week at #41. Have a great week!

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    1. AnnJune 18, 2024 at 7:58 PM

      Rarely do you get prices like that. I was pleasantly surprised!

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  6. Joanne June 18, 2024 at 3:25 PM

    You did a great job thrifting and found some really amazing pieces!

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  7. creativejewishmom/saraJune 19, 2024 at 1:13 PM

    Great finds, thanks for sharing on craft schooling sunday!

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  8. SlabsJune 20, 2024 at 6:26 PM

    Love the glass bowls,
    Thanks so much for participating and sharing at SSPS 315. See you again next week https://esmesalon.com/tag/seniorsalonpitstop/

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    1. AnnJune 21, 2024 at 9:09 AM

      I love them too...wait till you see what I have in store for them!

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  9. Debra | Gma’sPhotoJune 21, 2024 at 9:14 AM

    The two silver pieces are my favorites. It is fun to find bargains and you found some for sure!
    Take care and best wishes.

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  10. mireilleJune 21, 2024 at 11:28 AM

    I love how your silver finds turned out once they were cleaned.
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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