My husband and I went to our neighborhood garage sale this weekend, and I was reminded of how many good finds I've had over the years. I decided to allow myself a speed tour through the house, finding random items procured through garage sales. Here is a sampling based on what caught my eye:
Linen-covered box that I use for makeup. I like it because it's got a compartment for smaller tools that get lost.
Antique metal flower-arranging base from Japan. It has two iron "frogs" in the bottom to hold flowers in a sparse arrangement. This floral arranging is called "ikebana".
One of my best grabs ever. I originally bought these thinking I might try them on but would probably give them to my step-daughter. When I got home and looked them over more carefully, I realized that they were Ralph Lauren Black Label, dry clean only. When I looked them up online, they were still on sale and retailed for over $400.00. The best part is, they fit like a glove. My favorites.
My 10 year old son's desk - I found this old desk about 7 years ago and refinished it. You won't find me taking the time to do that anymore, but the desk has been very useful. The drawers smell like old creosote when you open them.
My go-to sweatshirt. Oh, how I love my zip-up sweatshirts in the morning! It says "Lake Tahoe" on the front. I've never been.
Cute oil and vinegar from Pottery Barn. I probably wouldn't go for things like this at full price, but for 25 cents, my condiments can get dressed up.
I've had this for many years. It's not a good luck charm, it travelled with me through a divorce. But it's a good reminder. I may hold it up when the next TV remote-related scuffle breaks out.
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