Thriftiquing 2.1

I am so behind on this post that it is sad -- but I have actually been doing crafting so in my eyes at least that makes up for the delay!

A few weeks ago I was able to spend a Sunday afternoon with Heather just hanging out. Now if you have been reading the past few weeks you know that when H and I hang out it really means spending time doing our fave kind of shopping ~~ Thriftiquing!

Here are a few of the things we spotted:

-- The Metal Chest was a tad pricey but it would be too cute to hold office supplies!

-- I have a secret plan for that fish basket ;) (hopefully it is still there HA)

-- I have seen better priced Spritzers but I loved all these green ones.

-- Vintage Chalkboard -- 'Nuff said!!

-- Cute little Kodak Photo Cutter -- LOVED it!

-- These Acorns were such a sweet pair.

-- Not sure what this huge wooden hand was made for but I give it props for originality.

-- Vintage travel banners and a fabulous old shutter!!

BEST PHOTO OF THE DAY AWARD

-Awarded to Heather@TwentySomething for not being afraid

to very loudly voice her shock at finding great prices on items

and for freely showing love to new found treasures!!  Love you girl!

Are you a lone thriftiquer or you do you like to hunt in pairs or groups? 

Are you a spur of the moment shopper or do you plan the trip for days?

I would love to hear your thoughts.

Can't wait till the next trip!!

Treasure Hunting : Iron/Metal

One of the things I kept seeing on my trip down to Mart this week was Iron and Metal items. Whether it be a table or a bed, a lamp or a fan, almost every showroom I visited had some type of iron/metal pieces. The sad thing is the majority* of then were cheap reproductions that once in retail stores cost more than an original piece would -- so sad. *My fave showroom - Go Home has fabulous pieces!! I spent over an hour in their new showroom just looking around!

As I was checking out somethings in the WW of Craigslist today I thought I would see what iron and metal items I were listed -- you know, "just to see". It simply amazes me what some stores will sell knock-offs for when a little looking can get you the Real Thing at a much better price(and sometimes with a cool story to boot!)
*Click on Photos for more information*

#1- Iron Fireplace Surrounds

 

$50.00 - Great Price!

$250.00 - Has more detail

It is rare to find an actual Iron Surround these days as most are wood, however if you look you can find great vintage ones to use.

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#2 - Old Metal Beds

$25.00 Each - Awesome Price as I see these(real vintage) for $150+ normally.

Some online searching found the two knock-offs below - the prices are the average for a full size.

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#3 - Old Hand Water Pumps

Both for $60 (Fair price especially if the left one is as big as it looks)

These I found online but they have NO character at all! ;)

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#4 - Railroad Cart: 

$250 - Fair price if really original.

It is easy to find the hardware so sadly the shops that sell them are reproducing but selling as original :(

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#5 (my Fave Find today) Security Door

$150 -- Fab Price!!

Hard to find an antique door but the new ones(that look old) are between $500 -$900

These are just a few examples of real vintage pieces you can find with just a little looking. Heck sometimes you can find pieces that are completely Free* which is the best kind of deal there is!

*like the table I found for H - it is being delivered Saturday so I can't wait to see if it will fit :)

What are some things that you have seen in the stores/catalogs that you know you can find real ones of?

Treasure Hunting: Chairs

What does one do when one is home-bound due to snow and ice? Well, I for one, mosey on over to Craigslist to see what kind of treasures I can dig up. Not that I would be going to get any of them today but the looking is almost as fun as the finding to me.

Today I was checking out chairs as I eventually would like a reading nook somewhere in the house. You know a space, besides the recliner or sofa, where I can curl up with a blanket, hot tea, and my kindle to have some quiet reading time.

I could so see this with new funky patterned upholstery.

A great deal for $15.00 - see here if not already snapped up!

Loving this one - fab fabric but I would redo the wood on it to a distressed black for a good contrast.

A little steep at $185.00 but it is listed by an antique store so I wouldn't expect anything less. If you found it from an individual you would great a better price for sure. See here

MY FAVE!! With some new fabric this baby would be good to go and
I do believe I would pay the $125(or close to it) due to the uniqueness of it. See here

I could so see in the stuck over in the corner with a lamp beside it.

I just love this retro piece. It's a steal at $35.00 too! See here

Even though I am not a canvas style kind of gal, this set from the 70's has me wanting to convert :)

It has the original canvas and date plaque so the $95.00 price is a fab find for sure! See here

Here are a few chairs for almost any taste. Have you seen something lately that just screamed BUY ME? 

If I was not stuck up here on the mountain I am pretty sure I would on the phone calling about one or two of these beauties.

Happy Snow Day!