Thrifting = LOVE

I have really been into thrifting lately.  There is nothing better than finding a "steal"!  A couple of weekends ago I set out to find some real steals at a nearby auction. I was ready to buy, buy, buy! Unfortunately, it turned out to be a total letdown! I had remembered seeing an Estate Sale sign prior in the week and thought I'd give it a try.  It was late Sunday morning which meant one of two things.... 1.) All the good stuff was gone. 2.) All items are usually 1/2 off on Sundays and I could possible find something great!

As I pulled up to the house, I thought this could just be ok afterall.... It wasn't a huge house but I've learned some of the best treasures are in the understated homes.  I went inside and literally saw my beauty first thing! The worker gave her schpeel (sp?) about everything being 1/2 off. I glanced at the price tag and noticed it said $40. I looked at her in shock and said, "So this little hutch is $20?"  "Yep."  OMG... I was speechless and in love! I don't know what it is about her but she just speaks to me! ;-) At first, I planned on repainting her white and give her a vintagey look.  But then reality set in.... when on EARTH do I have time to refinish a piece of furniture??? After getting her into my living room I decided I actually love her just the way she is! So, for now she remains in her original state. Who knows, maybe someday she'll get a facelift!

I also found this GREAT bookshelf in the home's SCARY basement. There was literally a sign that said,"If you are a brave sole, shop at your own risk."  YIKES! I headed down there and found this great bookshelf! It needed a good bath but turned out to be fantastic. I think the guy working in the basement had a little crush on me... When I asked how much he told me HE would charge me $4 but the ladies upstairs would charge me a lot more! Yes, you read correctly....$4!!!  It is perfect for the new playroom! It is the exact same green that I have been accenting with.  The bottom stores toys perfectly while books can on the top shelf!

I call that a SUCCESSFUL thrifting trip!