I thought I would show you a few of my recent finds. For me, having patience and a clear criteria of what I'm looking for are the keys to shopping at thrift stores and flea markets. I almost always have my favourite sidekick (my little daughter Layla) and don't usually have time to browse through every single item. I scan shelves for things in my colour palette. I am very selective and only buy things I absolutely love. Our house is very small and our budget is limited so I have to have some idea about where I will use it.
I found most of these ironstone plates for 25 cents at thrift stores, except for two of the platters from a flea market. I really love the bluish one.
I like using architectural salvage in decorating. This old piece of molding caught my eye because of its chippy blue-gray paint.
I love the old paint on this vintage chair.
This old clock face I found for a few dollars. I am hoping to find enough to display as a collection someday.
Did I mention patience is important?
This old leather suitcase was $5. It was at the kind of antique store located beside a big antique mall, the kind of place that is run out of a house, only open at random times, almost not worth bothering to check out. However, I often find the best things at these places.
I hope you all have a lovely weekend!