I picked up all these little bits of goodies, a booklet to alter...It was my day off...and I still got 100 on my monthly report...lol. I absolutely hate that I get "graded" for the job that I do. I understand why they do it, but it still doesn't seem "right".lol Look at this sweet silver spoon!!! I love the mother of pearl leaves. There is a pewter cup and saucer, brass clock winder and I dont know what that other thing is...anybody know?
Jan, of Jan and Tom redid an item using Rub 'n Buff..It has been years since I have used that stuff. So I picked this up yesterday for $1.50 (hope I didn't pay to much lol) I have it finished, but I have to wait until it gets lighter outside before I can get a good photo.
An old wicker tray...I was thinking of spraying it white, then painting roses, or painting it black...but I think I'm going to leave it natural and decoupage copies of vintage postcards...what do you think...this was half price...a 1.00
Then there was this cute old hobnail "vase" not sure what I will do with it just yet...but for .65 I couldn't leave it behind. I think I spent 6.00 for everything, at 3 different stores. Again...Happy New Years to all my wonderful friends that I have met this last year through blogging!!!
I picked up all these little bits of goodies, a booklet to alter...It was my day off...and I still got 100 on my monthly report...lol. I absolutely hate that I get "graded" for the job that I do. I understand why they do it, but it still doesn't seem "right".lol Look at this sweet silver spoon!!! I love the mother of pearl leaves. There is a pewter cup and saucer, brass clock winder and I dont know what that other thing is...anybody know?
Jan, of Jan and Tom redid an item using Rub 'n Buff..It has been years since I have used that stuff. So I picked this up yesterday for $1.50 (hope I didn't pay to much lol) I have it finished, but I have to wait until it gets lighter outside before I can get a good photo.
An old wicker tray...I was thinking of spraying it white, then painting roses, or painting it black...but I think I'm going to leave it natural and decoupage copies of vintage postcards...what do you think...this was half price...a 1.00
Then there was this cute old hobnail "vase" not sure what I will do with it just yet...but for .65 I couldn't leave it behind. I think I spent 6.00 for everything, at 3 different stores. Again...Happy New Years to all my wonderful friends that I have met this last year through blogging!!!
Wow! You made off with a steal!!! Those were some great finds. No, I don't know what the other thing is, but I know you'll find something fabulous to do with it, LOL! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteI also love finding little treasures .. never sure what I am going to do with them, but usually finding something a little creative! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteThose are some great finds! I love the jar, so unique. I can't wait to se what you do with them!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
I can NOT wait to see the finished shelf...and $1.50 is a GREAT price!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love your other "pretties", too!
Happy New Year...
Jan
Totally cool stuff!! What about making the hobnail vase a fairy lite with a little LED bulb?? You know kinda like the ones Debbee Thibault makes for Earth Angels :) I remember using rub and buff years ago, I don't think I've seen it here must ferret that out. If not must use my persuasive powers to get a "Mule" to ferry it down ;)
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful New Years eve and day if I don't get to tell you again little Sis!!
Pattie ;)
Mazatlan Mexico
Great finds! Isn't it fun to get a lot of "stuff" for a little money??!
ReplyDeleteHappy safe and productive New Year to you as well - look forward to a lot more blogging from everyone, especially YOU who inspire and delight!
Colleen
The little hobnail is dear! It's so fun that things are saved & found as treasures for others~
ReplyDeleteGlad you found a needle felting book...I'll be watching for your first masterpiece!
Happy New Year~ thanks for sharing "you!"~
Michelle
Just stopped by to wish you a very Happy New Year!!
ReplyDeleteYou're not going to believe this but...I have one of those unknown things too! It looks exactly like that. I found it in a tupperware container full of every kind of little thing you can imagine (screws, stick pins, bolts, safety pins, buttons, nails, phone jacks). I bought it mainly for the green tupperware! Let me know if you identify it!!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful New Year's Eve, and best wishes for 2009!
The little hobnail is so cute why not just put a few roses in it and tie a little ribbon around the neck. Everybody's got an opinion, right? Enjoyed your blog.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun stuff! The little spoon is a real treasure. Not sure what the other little goodie is - a curiosity!
ReplyDeleteIt's begging for a painting on it!
Can definitely see anything you do on the tray looking good, Laurie.
Hi Laurie!! I love your goodies!! There's nothing better that finding wonderful things at the thrift ~ I'm sure you'll turn them into something great!! I wanted to wish you a very happy and healthy New Year!!! hugs to you, xxoo, Dawn
ReplyDeleteI have the answer! Your mystery object looked to me like a "guy thing" so I grabbed my husband, who took one look and said, "Oh, that's a spark plug gapper." He went on to explain me how it works but none of that went into my brain. ;o)
ReplyDeleteI did a google image search and sure enough, that's what it it. You have a vintage spark plug gapper, you lucky thing!
Laurie, i hope you have a wonderful, happy and blessed New Year!!!
ReplyDeleteyou found some wonderful goodies at the thrift shop, how lucky that you have three to visit...i just have one little dinky one...and it is rare that i find any good stuff...
I have GOT to go 'junkin' with you...I just don't see the potential in items the way you do. Of course, even if I did, I wouldn't know how to accomplish anything...but, I could give it to you and you could 'work your magic'! I'm liking this idea more and more.
ReplyDeleteHappy, happy 2009!
Hello my friend.. I think you found some pretty awesome treasures today..can't wait to see what you make of them.. I've truly enjoyed getting to know you these past few months..looking forward to visiting more in 2009.I wanted to wish you and yours a very Happy New Year..hugs ~lynne~
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