Old Books - Thrifty Life Thursday and Features from Last Week!

Last weekend, Hannah and I went to a few pretty nice garage sales in Oklahoma City. The last one we went to had leftovers from an estate sale of people in their 90's. 

Old books always attract my attention, and these were 3 for a dollar. Sometimes, when the covers are in bad shape, I remove them and use the books in a deconstructed way.

Most of my deconstructed books are Reader's Digest books, not terribly old. I love finding the really old ones that are bound in sections.

I'm having a hard time with these, though - for one thing - the subject matter is really good. One is an anatomy book with wonderful illustrations! Another is a history of the 1800s year by year. They probably will NOT be ripped up and deconstructed. 

I also found ironstone and silver plate for cheap prices there...but that's another post.

This week, we have some lovely, clever, charming features again. I have NEVER struggled to find enough good stuff to feature - quite the opposite. We may not have quantity, but we have quality here...thank you for that.

Susan from Must Love Junk shared a "cubby thing" in a lovely aqua color...she has a black belt in creating vignettes, and this one is no exception.

Patti from Ivy and Elephants charmed us with a fork and spoon, and there was no food involved. I had a hard time choosing which I liked better...maybe this one.

Roxie from Sweet Vintage of Mine shared the most charming potting sink in the world! Stop by to see what clever thing she did for the skirt...

THRIFTY LIFE THURSDAY #27

Gathering Guidelines:

This is a gathering for people who enjoy hunting for treasures 

that may have previous experience or lived a former life elsewhere. 

Please share items that are second-hand or are composed of second-hand materials.

Types of Posts to Share:

• Home decor, furniture, collectibles, garden items and even wearables are welcome, as long as they have a second-hand element.
• Please, no food items, new pieces from "real" stores, or crafts, unless made with upcycled, thrifty finds.

• Hand-me-downs and curbside finds are welcome, as are items found in thrift stores, garage sales, antique shops, flea markets and other interesting places.
• Treasures may be listed as you found them, or with your updates, tweaks, and re-purposes; befores and afters are both welcome.

• Items need not be "vintage" but must be pre-owned or second hand.

• Posts including Etsy and other shop links are welcome! For visitor enjoyment, please link to your blog post, not directly to your Etsy shop. 

Etiquette:

• Though it is not a requirement, it would be lovely if you would follow Revisionary Life  via Bloglovin', Blogger or subscribe via email. Links are located in my sidebar to the right.

• Please link your post (not your blog address) back to Revisionary Life.             
• Please visit at least one other party friend.

• I'd love for you to comment and introduce yourself if we've never met before. :) Otherwise, don't feel obligated to leave a comment. 

Features:

• Featured items must meet the criteria above. 
• Only posts that link back may be featured.
• I will try to leave a comment or email you and let you know if you were featured!

Word for the Day:
Hebrews 10:24-25
24 And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, 

25 not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, 

but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.