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Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Wednesday Thrift Store Finds

Actually it was Craigslist that got me out of the house today.   I came across a 1960's bookshelf on Craigslist last night for $25. It's a design I've always loved so I wrote to see if I could pick it up today.  I figured at $25 it would already be gone but nope, I am the lucky new owner. I drove about 20 minutes today to grab it then made some thrift-stops on the way home.

Pardon the bad picture. It's so bright in my living room with the afternoon sun.  I can't wait to arrange this with new mid century smalls. For now I threw on whatever I could find laying around so it wasn't bare. 

I just love this multi tier look and the openness of the design.  West Elm and Crate and Barrel do modern designs similar to this original 60's look. 

What else did I find today?  

This cool little guy caught my attention. Not sure what it is - there is a hole in the top, but I just like it.  Very 60's native, tiki, folk arty huh?

Mid Century glass Blendo bowl.  It was a strange find because I already have one exactly like it!  This one will go in my shop. 

Lotus fine china cake plate.  Design by Georges Briard. I love the retro greek geometric look.  I love this design on rugs.  

I also picked up this awesome large glass bowl that says "Munchies" on it in a cool retro type.  I had to give it to my husband as his new popcorn bowl.  Why?  Because one of his many pet names is Munchies.  Don't ask, long story! 

I just love these lazy susan style dishes. I see them often and usually pass them up but I love the pink and aqua colors of this set and they're in perfect condition. They're stamped Classica Original Made in USA.  

Lastly, I found this little triangle Mersman table.  Unfortunately the previous owner painted it brown but I'm confident I can restore it to its former glory.  

Not a bad day thrifting!


Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Etsy Weird and Fun

Here are some crazy-weird-cute vintage finds on Etsy. There's something fun and alluring about hard to define items. My love? Strange, big eyed dolls and paintings. (Yes, I collect Blythe dolls!)

Here are my favorite "weirds" from Etsy....

Little Miss No Name 1960's Big-Eyed Doll by Hasbro from Vintagefunland

Kewpie Dolls from FunkyTime Kewpies are too cute!

Unique Mustache Man Mug from HolliesHobbs How bizarre is this? He has teeth!! Weird.

Vintage Big Eye Pity Kitty Print from EveryWhereGirl Love this!

Shabby Chic Hot Pink Iron Dog Doorstop from HappyBDayToMe

Nutty Vintage Tiki Nut Cracker by TipsyTimeMachine I would laugh every time I looked at this. So fun!

1960's Mod Bright Plush Dolly from DontCryDolly

1960's Mirror & Comb Set from HelloKewpie So sweet!

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