Garage Sale Score
I don’t usually do garage sales. I rarely find them to be worth my time. But a sweet friend of mine was having one this past Saturday, so I decided to pop by and say hello.
That’s when I spotted four old mason jars. “I’ll take those,” I said. She replied with a grin….”I KNEW you would want those!”
Then I found a few more goodies. I paid and left before I spent any more money. Whew! I can see why so many of you enjoy going to these things….dangerous!
I’m so happy about my prizes….
That little pitcher has a pretty shape, but it was outdated.
So I pulled out some spray paint and viola!
I sprayed it white and then dusted it with a cream color. It gave it a “pottery” look, don’cha think?
I also painted the frames and hung them on this lonely wall. It is hard to know what to do with a spot that has a thermostat and return air vent. This works for me. But I think I need a few small frames to go inside of the big ones. I may have to hit a few more of those nasty garage sales.
The big fan sitting in the doorway isn’t too pretty, but this old house gets so hot. That thing keeps us cool, so I don’t mind its ugliness.
Go check out Layla at The Lettered Cottage for more fun garage sale finds!
I too am on the hunt for some old frames to spray. The details are just perfect. They add a shot of fun to a room. Good finds.
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Love the items! Esp. the frames! 🙂
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Don’t you just love garage sales?! Great blog, I love the layout. Thanks for finding my blog by the way.
–Leigh
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Garage sales can be hit or miss! Looks like you hit! I would never have thought to paint a piece of ceramic. Good thinking!
Ooooh I love garage sales and I love what you got from your friend. Those frames are lovely!
Jeanine
I never thought I’d see the day… you went to a garage sale. And you scored. Very, very nice. Actually, I’m not surprised you scored. You always do. Next thing you know, I’ll hear you went to Good Will. 😉
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Oh, I love garage sales… but I am not very creative when it comes to spray painting. Or maybe I just procrastinate?
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Don’t be getting carried away there, Grateful! I haven’t lost my senses completely. Lisa~
Great finds! I’m on the hunt for beautiful frames like the ones you found. I really love your blog! I’ve got you on my reader now! Look forward to keeping up with you!
T.bird
I love how the pitcher turned out. You did a wonderful job of transforming this piece=) Thanks for the idea.
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Great finds. The frames are just terrific to get and redo. Jane F.
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Love it!!! Don’t ya just love spray paint.