My Latest Fun Thrift Store Finds

Whoa.

Well, that was a very long, unintended break.

When I started this website, 11+ years ago, I diligently posted twice a week.

As time marched on, that schedule became a little less stringent, sometimes more, sometimes less, depending on what was going on in my life and around the house.


However, in all that time, I never ever posted less than I did this month.

I wish I could tell you I had a good reason, but the only thing I can say is, well, summer.

I guess you can take the teacher out of the classroom, but even after several decades, you can't really take that summer vacation habit out of the teacher.

This weekend, I'll share some of what I've been up to, but for today, I'm excited to show you a few of my latest thrift store finds.

This is usually prime yard sale weather in my neck of the woods, unfortunately the rain seemed to quell a lot of that activity, so instead I shopped indoors. At some of my usual spots. 

Oh, and one new one where I found this treasure.

To be honest, I already have way too many DIYs, decor items and thrift store upcycles waiting in the wings.

I really didn't need more stuff, but I love wandering around in the shops, especially in the rain.

And who can resist a bargain?

Granted, that rooster cleary wasn't cheap, but generally I'm a frugal gal.

So let's get to the bargains, shall we?

First up is this sweet wooden...something? Anyone know what it is?


To me, it looks like a canoe.

I guess it could be used as a centerpiece or a bowl, but for two bucks, I didn't care. I grabbed it.


Google shows similar ones and lists them as vintage wooden serving trays. I can see that. 

Although, I'll probably paint it and use it for decor, to hold candles on my mantel or maybe ornaments at Christmas. Either way, there was too much possibility to pass it up.


In the next aisle I found this raised patterned, frosted floral vase.

Now, trust me when I say the last thing I need around here is another glass vase, but this one was so unique I couldn't leave it behind.

As my mother used to say, it was dirty as all get out, but with a good cleaning and a coat of spray paint, I think it could be stunning.

With or without flowers. (Check out the updated Chalk Paint Vase Makeover here)


This laundry sign wasn't anything special, but the shape alone was worth the price tag.

Lately, I've been very taken with round and oval frames.

I have no definitive plans for this sign at the moment, it certainly won't be going in my washroom, but I have a lot of empty walls in other rooms looking for some eye candy.

I have a feeling I'll find an open space for this Ikea shadow box, too.

It was a buck and again very dirty, but lots of possibilities. (See what I did with it here!)

And for a dollar, I mean come on.


It could be very charming with a few furniture transfers or some decoupage rice paper. My wheels are turning.

Speaking of charming, I don't believe I ever shared this little lamp I found a few months ago. If I did, my menopause brain and I apologize.


Although, it's cute enough for a second share, wouldn't you say?

It was $7 and even though I had nowhere to place it, I brought it home.

Of course, now that I'm an empty nester with a blue bedroom to cottage up, it's perfect.


The only trick here will be finding the right shade to top it off.

Looks like I'll have to go shopping again.

Oh well.

This time though, I promise not to be gone so long.

😉

Are you having a fun summer?

Oh...and if you want to know about that cute Thrifting Queen tote at the top of my post, tune in Saturday for the story behind the bag. 

It's a good one! 

Happy Thrifting, Friends!