September 8, 2012

I have the fever!!

Emma's Varsity Marching band made a brief appearance for the pregame show. 


Then, the rain started and we all got drenched. They ended up not preforming at halftime, but we were still proud parents.

This morning, I attended my first-ever estate sale.  


It was the second day of the sale and everything was 1/2 off.   The vintage Christmas and toys were still in abundance.   This is what came home with me.  Yes.  That's another Chinese Checkers.  I couldn't resist at $2!!  That box is packed full of goodies and I have a load of vintage aprons soaking in the sink.
 I seriously have the estate sale bug.  I promise to share my treasures next week.  Laundry awaits!
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21 comments:

  1. Corey September 8, 2012 at 3:46 PM

    Wow! Lucky! There are rarely good estate sales here... and definitely never anything that looks like that! Another fun, new hobby for you!

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  2. vivianSeptember 8, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    such fun!! I just got back from more craft supply shopping.. IM sick!! LOL!
    xoxo

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  3. birdie blueSeptember 8, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    glad the rain held off for part of her evening, kim. super finds at the estate sale, i can't believe it was your first one. like a duck to water...

    xo
    molly

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  4. Thoroughly Modern MeSeptember 8, 2012 at 4:43 PM

    How exciting for your daughter. Hopefully the next game won't get rained out. I didn't realize you had never been to an estate sale-they are addicting. When you show the aprons, please tell us what you soaked them in, I'm always looking for answers on that front.

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  5. NellieSeptember 8, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    Great finds for you, Kim! We once went to estate sales and auctions, and they were both great fun for us! I rather miss them.

    Too bad about the rain and the band. We had our outdoor plans altered today because of rain.

    xo Nellie

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  6. NanaDianaSeptember 8, 2012 at 8:57 PM

    Oh what fun finds...but not so much fun with the rain and the band. I hate when things like that happen after everyone is all pumped for it. Blessings to you and your family this weekend- xo Diana

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  7. KJ@letsgoflyakiteSeptember 8, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    Emma looks terrific in her band outfit i wish i could hear the full ensemble. Those finds look incredible, such Christmas goodness. Looking forward to a report, I am so glad that a little part of someone's estate is going to someone who will love and cherish it.

    I believe we experienced the same storm, it even shut down the airport for awhile!

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  8. Pam KesslerSeptember 8, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    All it takes is one good estate sale and you'll never be the same again. I would have dived head first into those Shiny Brites!

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  9. KarinSeptember 8, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    Oh my goodness...that is some amazing stuff!! I have only been to one estate sale and I found two vintage cameras. Swoon! :) I rarely see estate sales around here, tho.

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  10. laurie -magpie ethelSeptember 8, 2012 at 11:13 PM

    Let me officially welcome you to estate sale land and from your photos it looked like a good one! I can't believe they had that much left on the second day! Congrats and can't wait to see the treasures.

    Congrats to soggy Emma!

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  11. Tammy's in LoveSeptember 8, 2012 at 11:47 PM

    GET OUT OF TOWN! All that Christmas stuff the second day!? Half Price!? Argggg! I will never find that many Shiney Brites! Get the iron out, that's phase two after all the soaking in the sink!

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  12. Perfectly PrintedSeptember 9, 2012 at 12:58 AM

    What wonderful Christmas finds!!! You sure came home with a ton of things!!! Not bad for your first estate sale!!

    chris

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  13. BucksCountyFolkArtSeptember 9, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    I can't believe all those left-over toys and Christmas stuff! You are sooooooo lucky!!!!!

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  14. My Vintage MendingSeptember 9, 2012 at 11:05 AM

    I still cannot believe your luck. This is more than I have ever brought home from a sale. I am so happy that you had a chance to go and enjoy the fun. Smiles...Renee

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  15. ~Lavender Dreamer~September 9, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    What wonderful goodies at this sale! I haven't been to one in years...I would go crazy, I'm sure! Have fun!

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  16. Jodee LeaderSeptember 9, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    You go girl! I have never been to an estate sale but I am sure it would be fun! Can't wait to see your treasures!

    Hooray for football season!

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  17. craftylesSeptember 9, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    Uh oh, the estate sale bug has bitten you! Looks like some wonderful finds. Emma looks so cute-brings back memories form my son and marching band a few years ago. Enjoy it all!

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  18. La Vie QuotidienneSeptember 9, 2012 at 7:51 PM

    My goodness...what a haul! You are the Queen of estate sales.

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  19. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasSeptember 10, 2012 at 1:35 AM

    WOWZA!!!

    Kim, what a haul!! Good for you!!
    I used to be hooked on yard sales and estate sales but now I have been biten by the Thrift Store bug and it is more convenient for me right now...

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  20. Cheryl G.September 10, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    Your daughters are growing up so fast!
    What fun to march! Even in the rain!
    You find the best treasures and I don't think there is a cure!

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  21. AnonymousSeptember 12, 2012 at 9:49 PM

    I see Shiny brites! My favs!
    Sherry

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Thank you for following our adventures. I always enjoy reading your comments. Happy crafting! Happy thrifting! PS. Ignore that "robot" verification. You can ignore/skip that step since I can't seem to remove it from blogger.