My girls are bringin' down my game here lately! (Only half joking.) I didn't come across much in the 'burg this weekend, but I did find a gem or two.
I like to be sure my girlies get plenty of time at home to play, so I do my best to not schlep them all over creation on "Yard Sale Saturdays." We went to several sales this weekend, but didn't find much! I was looking for a few specific items, and that can be hit or miss with yard sales.
This is a semi-Before shot of the bird cage I found at Salvation Army. I was halfway through spray painting before I realized I hadn't taken a "before" picture. I got it for $1.50! It was an icky, plain wood color, and kind of dirty.
Voila! Here's an After:
I used my favorite $0.97 spray paint from Wal-Mart. Only took two coats, and it's looking much better. I think I might put some of that mossy stuff in the little tray and keep it on top of my TV armoire.
I remember my mom reading this book to my brother, sister, and I when we were little. It was $0.25. The illustrations are really pretty. I am trying to impress upon Natalie, my 3 year old social butterfly, the importance of knowing about strangers! Maybe this will help....
Got this tee-shirt for Michaela Byrd at Wal-Mart for $1.00. Remember what I said, Wal-Mart doesn't have to be scary. If you're careful. I love stuff with birds, and since Michaela's middle name is "Byrd," I snatch birdie stuff up for her when I find it. Poor kid eats like a bird too, so a lot of her hand-me-downs from Natalie are too big right now. Now she'll have a new tee to play in at home.
I also found this lamp and shade at Wal-Mart. Together, it ran just under $20. I wanted to find one at a yard sale to redo, but haven't seen anything I really like. It's going to go on my Salvation Army makeover desk. Do you think I should add some black fringe?
See? It came from the Better Homes & Gardens line. They have some really cute stuff!
I remember my mom reading this book to my brother, sister, and I when we were little. It was $0.25. The illustrations are really pretty. I am trying to impress upon Natalie, my 3 year old social butterfly, the importance of knowing about strangers! Maybe this will help....
Got this tee-shirt for Michaela Byrd at Wal-Mart for $1.00. Remember what I said, Wal-Mart doesn't have to be scary. If you're careful. I love stuff with birds, and since Michaela's middle name is "Byrd," I snatch birdie stuff up for her when I find it. Poor kid eats like a bird too, so a lot of her hand-me-downs from Natalie are too big right now. Now she'll have a new tee to play in at home.
I also found this lamp and shade at Wal-Mart. Together, it ran just under $20. I wanted to find one at a yard sale to redo, but haven't seen anything I really like. It's going to go on my Salvation Army makeover desk. Do you think I should add some black fringe?
See? It came from the Better Homes & Gardens line. They have some really cute stuff!
Nuthin' else to show! I did find some "Crocs" at WM on clearance for $1, but they're already dirty from me taking them out in the garden.
Go see Rhoda at Southern Hospitality for more of the weekend's thrifty finds!
Go see Rhoda at Southern Hospitality for more of the weekend's thrifty finds!
{Happy Thrifting, Y'all!}
you got a great deal on the birdcage!
ReplyDeleteI am a HUGE thrift shopper!!! I absolutely LOVE that bird cage...what a deal!
ReplyDeleteHappy Monday! Visiting from SITS! Cute blog - there are just so many crafty creative people out there, I am so impressed by all of you! ;-)
ReplyDeleteLove the birdcage and the redo you did. That little birdie shirt is too stinkin cute! I had all boys and there is not a lot of cute clothes for boys!
ReplyDeleteToni
Fabulous birdcage! Great find!
ReplyDeleteHave a great week,
Tina
I absolutely love that birdcage! It looks beautiful after your paint job. I've been on the lookout for one as well but haven't had any luck yet. I also find a lot of cute things in Wal-Mart's Better Homes and Garden line.: )
ReplyDeleteLOOOOVE that birdcage! Great find, girl! :)
ReplyDeleteLooks like you got some great deals, but the birdcage is the best!
ReplyDeleteGlaenda
I LOVE the birdcage transformation...it's going to look so great in your house!
ReplyDeleteGreat finds all around!
Amanda, what a deal on the birdcage! It looks big too. How about some ribbon on the lampshade instead of fringe?? I think that would look fab. I'm getting a little tired of fringe myself.
ReplyDeleteJust Awesome! Stopping by from SITS!
ReplyDeleteGreat finds! That little t-shirt is SO cute! I would have bought one and I don't even have kids. :)
ReplyDeleteWOW awesome bird cadge!!!
ReplyDeletelove the transformation
love the bird cage and how you painted it white is a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI need to get to the GW...some great things are being found there.
that lampshade would also look sleek with the "ostrich feathers" (not really- more like fluffy fringe, kinda) on the bottom ridge.
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