Saturday Thrift Store & Garage Sale Finds...

I seriously had not planned to go to any garage sales or thrift stores today. Ethan made me do it. 

My eldest son phoned last night and said he'd found a Craig's List ad for a garage sale near me, and it had glass-blowing tools and supplies for a good price. He wondered if I might be planning to get out...and of course, being a "good mom" I headed out there first thing this morning. 

I ended up buying a box of stuff for him, which I think was probably worth quite a bit more than I paid for it. It will be an early birthday present.

While I was there, I looked around. There were some pretty cool things, and the prices were good. The little chest above was $2. I think It will not be painted...it's perfect like it is. It may go to my friend, Cathy, next weekend, if she likes it!

I also found a smallish painting in a nice gilded wood frame. It's a little "granny chic" but definitely not a paint-over canvas. I like it. 

The frame has a couple of areas with issues, but I have antique gold Rub 'N' Buff...

And the best part? It cost a buck. Garage sales are the bomb!

I also found a lovely silver dish with a lid. It was monogrammed, and not tarnished. 

I could see a hallmark, but had to get it home to read it. 

 

Google told me it means Electro Plated Nickle Silver. It may be English Sheffield, but the bearded man is a mystery. Any clues?

Each piece was marked $2, but I thought that was reasonable for a heavy piece with a lovely design.

I figure finding these nice things was maybe my reward for being a good mom today. It's nice to have an opportunity to be a good mom to adult kids. :)

Word for the Day:
Proverbs 14:26
In the fear of the Lord one has strong confidence, and his children will have a refuge.

Possibly Linking With:
Sunday
http://thoughtsfromalice.blogspot.com/	Sundays at Home
http://my1929charmerblog.com/	Sunday’s Best
http://www.niftythriftythings.com/	Nifty Thrifty Sunday
Monday
http://modvintagelife.blogspot.com	Mod Mix Monday
http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com	Make it Pretty Monday
Tuesday
http://knickoftime.net/	Vintage Inspiration Party
http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/	Vintage Inspiration Party
http://mysalvagedtreasures.blogspot.com/	Vintage Inspiration Party
http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.com/	Nifty Thrifty Tuesday
http://www.cedarhill-ranch.com/	The Scoop
Wednesday
http://savvysouthernstyle.net/	Wow Us Wednesday
http://ivyandelephants.blogspot.com/	What’s it Wednesday
http://lavendergardencottage.blogspot.com	Cottage Style Party
http://tarnishedroyalty.com/	Drop it or Swap it Party
Thursday
http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/	Under $100 Link Party
http://frommyfrontporchtoyours.blogspot.com/	Treasure Hunt Thursday
http://blissfulrhythm.blogspot.com	Home and Garden Thursday
http://www.jannolson.blogspot.com/	Share Your Cup Thursday
Friday
http://frenchcountrycottage.blogspot.com/	Feathered Nest Friday
http://www.missmustardseed.blogspot.com/	Furniture Feature Friday
http://shabbynest.blogspot.com/	Frugal Friday
http://www.thecottagemarket.com/	Junkin’ Joe
http://melissasantiques.blogspot.com/	Thrifty Things Friday
Saturday
http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/	Party Junk