June 14, 2011

New Thrifty Finds...

My latest vintage acquisitions are a mix of items....

The graphics on the sewing cards are so delightful and have already taken up residence in my craft room.

The cracker jack tin will be a perfect container for holding miniature Amercian flags.


Last but not least, my obsession with owls continues. This straw purse is going on my upcoming cottage vacation with me. At $3, I couldn't simply couldn't resist!!

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33 comments:

  1. LeeJune 14, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Terrific finds!
    In my travels, I think of you often-owls are everywhere-but the vintage ones are the best.
    Enjoy the rest of the day!

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  2. HeatherJune 14, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    More cute vintage finds! Tammy at Beatrice Banks just did a blog post on owl from the 70's. Yours is quite fantastic!

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  3. Pam KesslerJune 14, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Oh, I love the sewing cards. I had forgotten about those. I remember using them when I was little. Can't say it helped with my sewing skills though.

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  4. KarinJune 14, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    You find the coolest stuff!! You have inspired me to look at the local antique shops here but their prices are so high. :( I will just have to enjoy yours vicariously.

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  5. Magical Mystical TeacherJune 14, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    It's been about, oh, a thousand years since I've seen sewing cards!


    DAWN TO DUSK

    Yellow’s the color I wear at dawn
    When dancing dewdrops spangle the lawn.

    Red is the color I wear at dusk
    When earth and sky are dry as a husk

    And nothing stirs—not even a wing
    Of bat or swallow or anything!

    © 2011 by Magical Mystical Teacher


    Boatman in Red

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  6. My Vintage MendingJune 14, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Oh Kim...I know I say this every time but man those are cute finds...we would have a cat fight over them.. So glad you are getting out...smiles...Renee

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  7. KJ@letsgoflyakiteJune 14, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    You are so lucky! I love seeing your thrifty finds. Those sewing cards are adorable and in such great condition. Love the Cracker Jack canister and purse too - perfect holiday bag.

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  8. PandaMomJune 14, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    LOVE the Cracker Jack tin!!!

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  9. barbaraJune 14, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    The Cracker Jack tin is the cutest thing ever - just in time for the 4th, too! Those are the best sewing cards I've ever seen.

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  10. outjunkingJune 14, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    The sewing cards warm my heart. I had those when I was a little girl. Good times.
    Lisa

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  11. GardenOfDaisiesJune 15, 2011 at 1:36 AM

    Kim, I love those sewing cards. I really enjoyed playing with things like that when I was little. And the straw purse is darling. I saw one in a thrift clothing store about a month ago and almost bought it. Now I am kicking myself!

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  12. Michelle @ Dream Home DIYJune 15, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Oh, Im seriosuly dying over that owl purse. And you're so very right, the little tin would be darling with flags in it :0)

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  13. Nik's KnacksJune 15, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    LOVE everything!!
    We need to shop together sometime...although maybe it would result in a tug of war!

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  14. Cheryl G.June 15, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    Great finds!
    You would be fun to shop with!

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  15. SusanneJune 15, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Oh the sewing cards are darling - love those old time illustrations.

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  16. Jackie JardineJune 15, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Lovely finds! I've been snatching up everything owl-related too. And that purse is a steal for $3!

    <3Jackie @ Let's Go Thrifting!
    http://LetsGoThrifting.blogspot.com

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  17. Life in RehabJune 15, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    I'm in love with the Cracker Jack container- how cute!

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  18. VickiJune 15, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    I used to love playing with those sewing cards! What fun stuff you found.

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  19. ~Lavender Dreamer~June 15, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    The owl bag is wonderful! I love vintage bags, too! That's what I posted about tonight! And I wonder if they still make sewing cards! Those were fun! ♥

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  20. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJune 15, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    Fabulous treasures! I love that Cracker Jack tin and I clearly remember the sewing cards.

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  21. DonnaJune 15, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    What fun finds, Kim! I remember those sewing cards from when I was little (Ok, dating myself here!). Wish I liked to sew for real, though:) And your straw tote is so retro cute!!!

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  22. LVJune 15, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    All those are great vintage items. You have a nice selection.

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  23. UnknownJune 16, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    great stuff I love stuff like that. the sewing cards bring back memories of long ago.
    you just have to come see my owls I just finished if you love owls I think you'll appreciate them anyway.

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  24. Serendipity Handmade + VintageJune 16, 2011 at 1:53 AM

    Oh I adore the sewing cards! I remember playing with similar when I was a kid. What a great find!

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  25. bjJune 16, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    I always loved these vintage sewing cards. Glad you found them.

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  26. AnnieJune 16, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Love the sewing cards! I had sewing cards when I was little. Guess that makes me "vintage" too!

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  27. TriciaJune 16, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    I am a sucker when it comes to anything vintage. I am trying to reform myself! You have some wonderful finds there. Blessings,
    Tricia

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  28. AnnJune 16, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    The sewing card is just too cute. I love the crewel purse, haven't seen one in awhile.
    Ann

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  29. UnknownJune 16, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    Great finds...love the vintage children sewing cards! FAB...Tiffany

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  30. very merry vintage styleJune 16, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    Great finds Kim! Love those cute sewing card illustrations. Thanks for linking up to Share the Love Wednesday!!
    Mary

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  31. JanetJune 16, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    Those are fun finds! I use to have a cracker jack tin just like that! I also have a little blessing from China, too! Please come by and visit. I recently did a post about our 4 year referral!
    Blessings,
    Janet

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  32. DiannJune 18, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    What fun finds Kim! Those sewing cards really do have the cutest graphics! And the old cracker jacks tin will be awesome with flags in it! Thank you for joining TTF and have a wonderful weekend!

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  33. PeggyJuly 10, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Oh, I love the vintage sewing cards! I was wondering if I could post an image on my Printable Sewing Cards article: http://www.squidoo.com/printable-sewing-cards. Please let me know by leaving a message at the page. Thanks. So cute!!

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