Thursday, September 15, 2011

Shopping the sidewalk sale

Our local antique store had a sidewalk sale this weekend.  Fortunately, I had my point and shoot in the car so I could take you along.  It was crowded but I managed a few pictures.  Don't you love this old wagon seat? I bet it would make a fun front porch display.
I have a thing for primitive pumpkins. I love this guy. I might need a 12 step program. Remember my Ebay addiction?  I've got that under control at the moment.
I loved this old carrier too and considered it for the centerpiece that I shared in my previous post. It would have required some painting though. I'm happy with the one I found. I did love that this one was elevated. It has little feet on the bottom. Fun piece. How about that okra garland hanging out of the box?
Aren't these pretty?  I bet you would paint the frames white though? Right? First thing I thought of when I spotted them.  I picture white frames with a nice glaze to add some age and distress.  Gears turning?
I would have L-O-V-E-D to have had this for Jack's nursery or room when he was little. Isn't it precious? It doesn't even matter that I think "Jack" in the print is the dog! lol
This chippy beauty came home with me.  I had a spot in mind that only required one shutter. So, I asked the dealer to split them. When I got home, I stumbled upon a spot that would be perfect for the pair of shutters. Back I went to claim her sister. lol 

I am really hoping to work on projects this weekend and get my one year blogiversary planned for the end of this month so stay tuned. Thank you so much for your sweet comments and follows.  xoxo

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29 comments:

  1. Musings from Kim K.September 15, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    I can't wait to see what you do with your shutters. Thanks for taking us along on your shopping trip. Have a fabulous weekend.

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  2. Susan At Glen Oaks PrimitivesSeptember 15, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Hi, Vicki, what a great sale. The wagon seat would be perfect on a porch with pumpkins and straw bales and cornstalks. Yeah, I'm thinking...
    Wow, a year of blogging. I just started in May and I
    feel like I've been doing this all my life.
    I really love blogging and the people you meet, well,
    they're just the best!
    Warm Regards,
    Susan B., Western MA

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  3. JaneSeptember 15, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Fun stuff!! I enjoyed shopping with you...and it didn't cost me a dime :)
    The dog in the "Jack" picture looks just like my dog.
    Jane

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  4. CreateologySeptember 15, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    Oooh thank you for taking me along to see these treasures. Your shutters are fabulous. Happy decorating...

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  5. Town and Country GalsSeptember 15, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Vicki,
    There was some really cute stuff there! Those little primitives were sweet. Love the shutters, I have 4 that look almost exactly like that in my garage that I haven't done anything with yet. Maybe a headboard, not sure! Will be interested to see what you do!
    Rebecca

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  6. The Polka Dot ClosetSeptember 15, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    Congrats on a year of blogging! You are so right, I would paint those frames around the lace in the blink of an eye!

    Carol

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  7. UnknownSeptember 15, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    I am in love with every single thing you photographed! You have incredible restraint to have only left with a {pair of} shutters.

    The frames would be lovely painted white with some of the original finish showing through. And just imagine them on a wall of the same color as the mats!

    I think that Jack is the dog, also! I would probably have bought it and hung it in the hallway or something. Again, amazing restraint!

    You've only been blogging a year? What an amazing group of followers/friends you've amassed! Perhaps you should write an e-book to share your secrets!

    xo, Anita

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  8. Betty SneeringerSeptember 15, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    I enjoy your blog. I am new at blogging and even new at looking at blogs. I was surprised when I saw yours and realized we are practically neighbors - Winter Springs.

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  9. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeSeptember 15, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Oh my, what wonderful treasures you found. Congrats on your one year blogging anniversary!!!
    hugs~~~ Daphne

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  10. Sonya BadgleySeptember 15, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Hi Vicki,
    That wagon seat would be great on a porch! I love it! I love all the lacey goodness in those frames too! And I have a soft spot for pumpkins too. I want some! Love the shutters too! Glad you were able to go back and get the other one.The picture of the children's page is so stinkin' cute.
    Have fun creative weekend.
    Hugs,
    Sonya

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  11. TheCrankyCrowSeptember 15, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Oh you touched my primitive soul dear Vicki...You KNOW what I like!! That wagon seat would have definitely come home with me - as would have the prim kitty and the pumpkin guy, and the pumpkin...and did I spy wee little pumpkin folks on those plates??? Yes, I come from a long, long, line of pumpkin hoarders. Love your shutters!!! Ok, gotta go now before I turn green - not a very becoming color for a crow....Have a happy tomorrow! Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

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  12. outjunkingSeptember 15, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    Vicki,
    What a great blog for only doing it a year. It is very attractive and user friendly. Congratulations! Now on to the shutters, I keep a spare set in the basement, really! I'm glad you went back for sister, siblings should be close.
    Lisa

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  13. DortheSeptember 16, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    How about that Vicki..you was so lucky, the number two sister were still there- they are wonderful, dear.
    love the okra garland -what a color when dried..

    Hugs from me.
    Dorthe

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  14. Firecracker KidSeptember 16, 2011 at 3:33 AM

    Oh my goodness Vicki, it's a good thing these weren't within my reaching distance... lol. I love all of these things! The problem is that the stuff we love so much is everywhere we go or look online. It's not "out of site, out of mind" enough. LOL.
    xoxo~Carol

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  15. RebeccaSeptember 16, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Looks like a lot of fun Vicki
    I haven't gone to a sale in a long time, won't let myself buy anything more!
    I have gotten quite boring
    Blessings
    Rebecca

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  16. Andi's English AtticSeptember 16, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    I think you were very lucky for the guy to agree to split the shutters. Also that he hadn't sold the other one!

    The dog in the print is very sweet. xx

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  17. Sherry@Back2VintageSeptember 16, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Thanks for letting us browse and shop with you. I'm loving that old carrier...it has feet, hmm? Interesting! Love the old basket with the cat and pumpkin, too!!!

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  18. haizi daiziSeptember 16, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Hello ~ I came across your fab-u-lous blog by accident and have added myself as a follower. What gorgeous things you have found ~ I look forward to stopping by again soon to read through your previous posts. I hope you don't mind but I have also added your button to my blog so I can find you easily. Happy shopping, I'm totally with you on the Ebay addiction! H x

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  19. TriciaSeptember 16, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Love those shutters! I would've snatched them up too :)

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  20. Pam KesslerSeptember 16, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    The little pumpkin headed guy is so cute. I'm thinking your son wouldn't appreciate the Dick and Jane print now. Maybe you could just slide it into his room when he's at school and see if he notices.

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  21. Savannah GrannySeptember 16, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    I am loving your fabulous tour. I would have had to snap up those framed laces. Gorgeous. I could see that wagon seat decked out for fall and/or Christmas. Thanks for the tour. Ginger

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  22. Savannah GrannySeptember 16, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    I am following and I am grabbing your button. Ginger

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  23. UnknownSeptember 16, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Well, you had fun didnt you!? Taking us along was a great idea, and Im with you one everything here, superb stuff! :)

    Hugs,

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  24. Sandi~A Cottage MuseSeptember 17, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    Lots of goodies here...glad you got the pair of shutters too!

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  25. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Wonderful!! I would SO buy that carrier if that store was near me! I really love the framed lace, too, yes, I can see how your gears would be turning with those...so many possibilities. I really enjoy your photos!
    ~Scarlett

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  26. KitSeptember 17, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Oh my, I so wish I could have shopped that sale! So many lovely things. I too would have swooped down on that pumpkin guy. :) Kit

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  27. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsSeptember 17, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Thank you for taking me along on your shopping trip. I liked all the items you photographed, especially the wagon seat. Can't wait to see what you do with your shutters.

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  28. EllaSeptember 17, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Wow, so much inspiration! I love all of your finds! Can't wait to see what you do with the shutters. I love the wagon seat, Prims and lace, too. The Jack pic is sooo cute; I can see why you wanted it... xXx
    Wonderful finds~ Thanks for sharing and Bloganniversaries are always fun :D

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  29. Cindy AdkinsSeptember 17, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Oh wow, I love it all! And I think that the print comes from the Dick and Jane series of readers (we had them in school when I was little.) (They're ancient! lol)
    XO
    Cindy

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