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04 January 2009

Time to play!

Yesterday I took my youngest daughter to an indoor soccer game at 7:40 am (yikes!), and after that I went to play!! I have been cooped up in the house with the kids for so long, that I decided to go thrifting, something I haven't done in a while! The thrift stores I went to had very slim pickings, but I was still able to find a few things...



















I will give this darling bamboo stool the shabby treatment and a cute barkcloth pillow, and I will use the embroidery for a pillow.





















I am always on the lookout for vintage aprons, and the crocheted jacket is simply stunning (and in perfect condition)!!








The lamp was a steal and the little crochet covered shade is so cute!!!

















Because pickings were so slim, I decided to go to one of my favorite antique malls (Stars in Sellwood). On the way there, I saw a sign for an estate sale, so I decided to go in. Oh, my goodness, I have never seen so much stuff in one house (and this was their third sale at the same house...)!!! This person was a serious packrat!! The kind that makes me look like a minimalist..... I found some good stuff there!



















I loooove the darling little vintage pink doll chair!!




















This great vintage tray already has the glass, so all I have to do is put something under (but I will paint it first).





























These old tole painted hampers are beautiful, I have a similar one that I use by the front door to store my umbrellas...



















I have been collecting vintage landscape oils for a while and will be putting them on the wall soon.




This darling wicker sewing table will go in my bedroom to store the cross stitch I haven't touched in years (but I haven't lost hope!)



































Some more things I found at the same estate sale....




















I also was thrilled to find a bag full of these darling cherub hangers, I already have a plan for them (I will make sure to share it with you)!!




















I also found a couple of things in Selwood, including this cute sewing box and some vintage buttons...





















But my favorite find of the day was this adorable little vintage cabinet!! Isn't it so cute? I will be back soon with some of the transformations, and also a project I have been working on!! Also, there is still time to participate in my giveaway, posted below!! Just leave a comment on that post and you are automatically entered!! Drawing is on Friday. Have a great week!

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28 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    Oh you are so lucey. I love love love the litle blue chest and the pink rocker.
    What a productive day!
    Lorri

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    I cant spell today that is supposed to be LUCKY!

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  3. ajunkqueenJanuary 4, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    Great finds, We need a good find every once in a while so it keeps us going, I will keep visitin till you show us what you did to these things.

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  4. Tracey McBride ~ Frugal Luxuries®January 4, 2009 at 3:19 PM

    What a lucky treasure hunter you are! I am amazed that you found so many wonderful items at one sale. I'm so excited to see your transformations!
    Warmly,
    Tracey

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  5. Ele at abitofpinkheavenJanuary 4, 2009 at 5:18 PM

    Cute stuff. Love that little chair and the jacket. My New Years resolution is to not purchase items just because they are "cute". HELP, I'm not sure if I'll make it!

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  6. countrycharismaJanuary 4, 2009 at 5:30 PM

    For slim pickins you sure got a good stash. Don't you just love it when you "happen" on a good sale?! Love the little blue chest. will return to see what you have done to it and others. Thought I was the only one who had unfinished cross stitch piled away for years! LOL....someday!

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  7. trash talkJanuary 4, 2009 at 5:33 PM

    Wow, I'd say you hit a mother lode at that estate sale. The oil is fantastic(have you checked out the artist yet?) and the kid in me loves the pink rocker!!! Way to go, girl. Debbie

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  8. PeggyJanuary 4, 2009 at 6:13 PM

    I love everything I don't think I could pick just one favorite. What a great day of shopping!
    Peggy

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2009 at 7:12 PM

    Oh my, I loved everything you showed. How fun!

    Renee

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  10. Kindred RosesJanuary 4, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    Isabel, Christa and I went to the same sale, in Milwaukie right? This house was full of stuff. I almost need another trip to make sure I didn't miss anything. Check out our finds at www.kindredroses.blogspot.com
    Happy New Year. Julie

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  11. BettyJanuary 4, 2009 at 10:34 PM

    Oh! You did have a good day! I love that little pink rocker and that dresser!!

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2009 at 3:29 AM

    Wowzers. You are one great thrifting queen! What a trove of treasures you found! The little chest of drawers is my favourite.

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  13. MonicaJanuary 5, 2009 at 4:42 AM

    Your finds are absolutely incredible!!!!!!! You are a VERY LUCKY girl!!
    I MUST come to Oregon (it is in my wish list!).
    Hugs, and happy crafting, Isabel!
    Monicax.

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  14. Deborah aka Miss BeeJanuary 5, 2009 at 6:45 AM

    I would have been thrilled to find that doll chair! I know that tray is going to be gorgeous...can't wait to see that you do with it!

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  15. Decor To AdoreJanuary 5, 2009 at 7:36 AM

    Lucky lady. I went to an estate sale on Saturday and came away only only horrified.

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  16. Sweet Cottage DreamsJanuary 5, 2009 at 8:23 AM

    Perfect treasures! What wonderful finds you brought home. I think my fav piece is the aqua dresser and then second is the gorgeous landscape! Wow!

    xo
    Becky

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  17. Sandy~Romantique Inspirations~January 5, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    First I'm lol at Lorri for mispelling, not to be mean, but I'm glad somelse does it once in awhile, for I do it all the time..It kinda makes me relaxe a little just knowing I'm not the only one..

    You really got alot of stuff, and I'm looking forward seeing how the bamboo stool is going to turn out. For me I love cherubs, I have them all over my home....

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  18. Christa from Chloe RoseJanuary 5, 2009 at 3:56 PM

    That was a great sale. I am always AMAZED at what treasures await inside some of these homes. It is like a trip down memory lane sometimes......just looking at all of the stuff! You must have made it there before we did. We were coming from Washougal and it took it us a bit to figure out where it was at. I don't make it to that side of town very often ;o). It was also nice to visit Monticello. Julie and I were admiring your pink cabinet.....very cute. That was the first time that I've ever been there. It was a fun trip. If I see you out and about, I'll be sure to say hello.

    Wishing you a Wonderful New Year!

    Christa
    http://kindredroses.blogspot.com
    http://chloerosedesigns.blogspot.com

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  19. SalmagundiJanuary 5, 2009 at 5:20 PM

    The crocheted jacket and the landscape painting are my favorites, but they are all great finds!! Take care, Sally

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  20. Martha, Vintage TriflesJanuary 5, 2009 at 6:07 PM

    Good to see you and Lisa today! You guys are so sweet. Thanks for taking my little table home. Lets set a date to get together for work and some lunch. Martha

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  21. ShabbyInTheCityJanuary 5, 2009 at 7:03 PM

    It's not nice to make people jealous ;)
    You got some good stuff! I love that doll rocker and the little chest of drawers! Are they the same scale?

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  22. Kindred RosesJanuary 5, 2009 at 7:46 PM

    Isabel,Have you ever been to Piccabilly Flea Market in Eugene? I was thinking of going on Sunday and wondered if it is worth the drive??? Any pointers?
    Have a good evening. Julie

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  23. vintagesueJanuary 5, 2009 at 9:09 PM

    what a great day. i don't even want to know what you missed during the first 2 estaste sales!! love the pink gloves, chair, vintage bra, and that crocheted top and apron. love it all. your blog is so fun!!
    sue

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  24. Journal SwagJanuary 5, 2009 at 9:56 PM

    You are the THRIFT QUEEN! I am not kidding! Holy cow, Isabel. What a beautiful haul. I would have a seizure if I found all of those things at the same estate sale!! Good Job!

    Hugs,
    Sheila

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  25. LADY JANEJanuary 6, 2009 at 3:53 AM

    Isabel,Not a bad day of treasure hunting at all! Love the pink rocker! Can hardly wait to see what you will do with the glass tray,I really love those...you have made me really want to go treasure hunting today!lacys

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  26. PhyllisJanuary 6, 2009 at 7:44 AM

    Wow! What treasures you found! I've been itching to hit our big flea market but have to wait till next month for two reasons: first, I've got to complete a few more projects before I drag another thing into my house; second - I'm going on a trip later this week and won't have time to start another project just yet!

    Thanks for sharing your pictures! I love the pink chair and the little cabinet!
    http://mycrumbsofhappiness.blogspot.com/

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2009 at 10:57 AM

    Pink chair and blue chest made my heart pitter patter! :>

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  28. Vintage Linen TreasuresJanuary 6, 2009 at 6:29 PM

    Oh my goodness! You found some truly awesome things. I hope you don't mind if I add you to my favorites. I HAVE to come back and see what you do with all your treasures.
    Patricia :o)
    PS: Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving such a nice comment.

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