May 1, 2015

Swinging into May

Yesterday, I hit an estate sale at the very late end of the work day.
Let's just say, I was swinging (more like skipping) out of there!
Always on the hunt for vintage Christmas treasures, and I was rewarded with a big box of dusty goodness. I didn't even know what was all in the box, but the whole box was $5!
At the bottom of the box was a spunhead/chenille stem creation that looks like something Laurie (Magpie Ethel) might have created.
I've already decided this red, white and blue putz house will be getting a Kim K. patriotic makeover.
We have lots on our agenda this weekend, including a quick stop by the cottage to drop off some things and retrieve our boat for spring cleaning.  Have a wonderful weekend, friends.
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19 comments:

  1. JbooMay 1, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    Wow -- what a great deal -- so many goodies! Tons of garage sales around our neighborhood -- I must check them out for some treasures. Have a wonderful weekend!

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  2. SharaMay 1, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    What a great haul on the vintage Christmas. That mill is really great. Happy weekend - hope you find some time to play too!

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  3. La Vie QuotidienneMay 1, 2015 at 12:02 PM

    You always find such great stuff.

    Have a very nice weekend.

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  4. Cranberry MorningMay 1, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    Love that header! Fun finds, and it sounds so pleasant to be stopping by a cottage. :-)

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  5. Pam KesslerMay 1, 2015 at 4:09 PM

    Eeek!!! You know I love that plaid beauty! Have a great weekend. Enjoy cleaning the boat!

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  6. LynnMay 1, 2015 at 5:14 PM

    Looks like you found some fun goodies! Happy May and have a great weekend:@)

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  7. LynneMay 1, 2015 at 6:31 PM

    Weather is perfect . . . ENJOY!

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  8. NanaDianaMay 1, 2015 at 6:59 PM

    Looks like you hit the motherlode in that $5. box! lol Have fun boat washing this weekend - I have to say that is one thing I don't miss doing! xo Diana

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  9. donnaMay 1, 2015 at 7:22 PM

    Wow Kim mybe it is a good thing to go to the end of a sale. You really scored big.
    Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
    Hugs
    donna

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  10. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~May 1, 2015 at 7:49 PM

    EEEPP what wonderful treasures you found! Always so exciting finding a box like that! There's so many good things in there! I can't wait to see your redo for the little patriotic house, I just know its going to be so cute!! :) Happy weekend! xo Holly

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  11. Pam~ Virginia RetroMay 1, 2015 at 8:22 PM

    Fantastic Kim! You did great. Oh that vintage Christmas!! I have the BBQ griller that matches your skotch cooler. So retro!

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  12. DebbyMay 1, 2015 at 10:10 PM

    Look at all the goodies. We had a three barn event here today. I wasn't even tempted. That's amazing for me. But let's just say I have been busy online getting bargains.
    Our lake situation continues on. They have drained part of the lake. Those having their boats on lifts can't even get their boats near the water. If they lower them they will go into deep mud. This may last for 5 years. Last week-end they had an evacuation drill. Unreal. Have a great week-end.

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  13. vivianMay 2, 2015 at 8:17 AM

    have a great weekend Kimmie!
    xoxo
    vivian

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  14. MargaretMay 2, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    That is one great box of Christmas! You are gonna have so much fun with that!Have a great weekend! Maggie

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  15. Corey May 2, 2015 at 9:22 AM

    Great finds! Take a look at my blog to see my latest find...!
    That thermos will be perfect in the cabin!

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  16. ThrifterSistersMay 2, 2015 at 9:23 AM

    You found all that at the end of the day?! In my neck of the woods, the house would have been empty by then. It is so cutthroat around here!

    Have an awesome weekend!

    Erica

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  17. Shirley HatfieldMay 2, 2015 at 6:23 PM

    Vintage Christmas! I could just cry with greed. I just know you'll make something to die for out of all that vintagy goodness!

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  18. GARAGE SALE GALMay 2, 2015 at 10:02 PM

    Nice score on the Crhistmas goodies. Fun idea to make a putz house for the 4th...perfect colors.
    I'm sure your weekend will be nice.
    warmly,
    deb

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  19. DonnaMay 2, 2015 at 11:04 PM

    What fun finds, Kim! You found a treasure trove in that $5 box of goodies! Have fun at the lake!

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