Thursday, February 24, 2011

More purchases from Renningers!

Hello, friends! How has your week been so far? I am finally going through my other purchases from my trip to Renningers last weekend. If you missed my last post about the awesome shabby white window frame I brought home, go here.  I love this pile of ephemera too. The envelopes were mostly addressed to a Mrs. Ann Offerman c/o Mercy  Hospital in Pittsburgh. Many say "Maternity Ward."  Isn't that sweet?!


I found some great tins, buttons, rhinestone pieces, lace and trim to play with in the studio. The pictures speak for themselves.  I also found some great vintage hardware for my assemblage projects. Take a peek.


I have some projects in the works that required "wings."  These pieces are ideal. Thank you so much for stopping by. I appreciate your follows and enjoy reading your comments so much. I'm still working on something special for my next giveaway. Stay tuned!  By the way, did you see my new button at the top left? Please feel free to grab it for your site.  I've also created a Rusty Rooster Shop blog with the help of Karen Valentine. No merchandise yet, but one step closer.  So many wonderful things going on here.  Thank you all so much for your support and friendship.  Linking up to these parties -



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38 comments:

  1. TaraFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    so many great finds it is hard to pick a favorite.
    i do love old rusty stuff and the envelopes are amazing.

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  2. ShabbyESPFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Vicky,
    What wonderful treasures you found!!
    I love the tins and the sweet letters you found.
    Have a great weekend!
    Suzann ~xoxo~

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  3. UnknownFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    Way to go,Vicky!! Great finds AND working with Karen Valentine...I can't wait to see your shop blog.
    xo
    lynn

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  4. Sonya BadgleyFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Hi Vicki,
    Did you hear me screaming clear over here, in Oregon? LOL! Wonderful treasures, I can't wait to see what you make!
    And I grabbed your button too!
    I can't wait to see what you put in your new shoppe!
    I've been thinking about Karen helping me start a new shoppe for me. What do you think?
    Oh, I'm getting nervous!
    Thanks for sharing your great finds! I love all the hardware. But I love the jewelry and the wonderful ephemera. Oh who am I kidding? I love it ALL!
    Have a great Friday!
    Hugs,
    Sonya

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  5. Donna@Conghaile CottageFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    I LOVE your vintage hardware...It has always been a favorite of mine! Your post is so much fun, I have to go back now and study the pictures... I'm looking forward to seeing the goodies you'll have in your shop...
    Hugs to you,
    Donna

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  6. Cindy AdkinsFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Totally a-m-a-z-i-n-g!!!!
    XO

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  7. UnknownFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    My My... What wonderful treasures you scooped up!I love such nick nacks! I have so many myself, that its a bubbly feeling seeing such wonderful ones here too!
    Can't wait to see your shop! It'll be a ball browsing and looking around! As always, your posts are priceless!

    hugs,

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  8. Tina February 24, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    Oh - those are some awesome finds Vicki. Just my kind of stuff too. Can´t wait to see what you create with it. Wishing you a wonderful day
    xo Tina

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  9. ReneeFebruary 25, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    These are awesome treasures...I'm drooling over the hardware! Funny, I was born in Pittsburgh and Mercy Hospital used to be one of my PR accounts!

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  10. Sandi~A Cottage MuseFebruary 25, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Great treasures!!!

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  11. the old white houseFebruary 25, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    Hi Vickie, we definitely shop for the same treasures! Those are wonderful finds, love the old hardware and the letters. I can't wait to see them as wings. Good luck with the new shop, I can't wait to see it! Theresa xoxo

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  12. AliceFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    Awesome finds! I love the tins and the rhinestone pieces. Can't wait for the Rusty Rooster Shop blog reveal!

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  13. The Blackwood CottageFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    All super great finds!
    machelle

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  14. Vintage GalFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Wow ~ what treasures you lucky gal! Love them ;-)

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  15. UnknownFebruary 25, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    awesome finds! j'adore those vintage door push plates! Congratulations on "almost" opening your rusty rooster vintage shop. i can't wait!

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  16. DebbiedoosFebruary 25, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Awesome scores Vicki! You have got the eye girl! Have a great weekend.

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  17. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesFebruary 25, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Pure eye candy, Vicki! I love Every.Single.Thing.

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  18. raggygirlvintageFebruary 25, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    Hi Vicki,

    One look at your header and I can see we have a lot in common? How can our paths not have crossed before! Thanks for visiting my blog, signing up to follow yours.

    You found some great treasures, you know I bought a door last summer just for the hardware, guy wouldn't sell me the hardware so I walked away with the whole door!!

    Now my family of course thought I was crazy but I know you'll get it:-)

    Tracey

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  19. OliveFebruary 25, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Hi Vicki, the hardware is splendid. The oval piece is gorgeous. You found fablous finds! Have a lovely weekend. hugs♥O

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  20. HeidiFebruary 25, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    i am totally jealous of your getting to shop in sunny warm weather ~ wonderful finds aside! the metal pieces will make great wings!
    :)heidi

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  21. KimFebruary 25, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Wow, thats allot of yummy goodness right there!!! :)

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  22. Brenda PruittFebruary 25, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    How exciting, your news at the end there! I'll check it out. I love what you came home with. What fun you're going to have in your new craft room with that stuff!
    Brenda

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  23. One Shabby Old HouseFebruary 25, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    I can feel those creative juices stirring. In fact is the earth shaking? Great great finds my friend. Have fun!
    Hugs
    becky

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  24. TammyFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Love your finds Vicki!
    Happy Weekend!
    Tammy :-)
    JUNK WILD

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  25. Sandi (Meme)February 25, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Oh! that's the best kind of fun I know of! Great finds, and so much fun to share. Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a comment. I'm going to join you as a follower, can't wait to see you again. Sandi

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  26. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeFebruary 26, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    Oh Vicki, you found some awesome things, can't wait to see what you create with these treasures! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!!
    Hugs~~~ Daphne

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  27. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeFebruary 26, 2011 at 3:24 AM

    I took your button and will try to add it to my sidebar. I've been having a lot of trouble doing that lately, but will keep trying until I get it up!!!
    Daphne

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  28. An Oasis in the DesertFebruary 26, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Fascinated with all your interesting finds. Can't wait to see what you do with them.
    CAS

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  29. Debra@CommonGroundFebruary 26, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    ohmygosh Vicki, you found some fabulous goodies to play with. Those door plates are giving me goosebumps! Thanks for coming to the party!
    love ya,
    Debra

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  30. LindyFebruary 26, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Wow, I love all your treasures. I would love door plates like those in my house!

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  31. Sherry@Back2VintageFebruary 27, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    Great finds....love your blog...I'm following now!!!
    Sherry

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 27, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    OOO! Real goodies!!!
    Diane

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  33. Sherry HicksFebruary 27, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    Drooling over your hardware!! What wonderful finds!
    Sherry

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  34. EllaFebruary 27, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Congrats on finding great treasures; I love key holes, especially with all the gorgeous patina and the cute tiny tarts! You scored big~

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  35. Jeanette JansonFebruary 27, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Wow, you hit the jackpot....I can relate!!

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  36. Barbara JeanFebruary 27, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Great finds sweetie!!!

    Heads up. Tomorrow I am posting pics of your pin cushion on my blog. Take a peek and see if it is what you wanted. I will put hold on it till i hear form you. (it is $18.00)

    Blessings
    barbara jean

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  37. saltbox
    treasures    February 27, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Hi Vicki, What a wonderful place to shop!!!! I look forward to seeing your creations and the opening of your shop!
    Have a great week!
    ~ Julie

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  38. imsteelefullofscrapMarch 1, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    Love all the lil treasures you found wish I had a store like that around me!!!

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