Friday finds

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We all awoke this morning to terrible news about Japan -- and frightening stories of evacuations on my beloved west coast and the Hawaiian islands.  Stay safe out there, everyone.

Here are a few thrifty finds I've managed to scrounge together during this local "dry season":
This pretty Art Deco plate -- it is mint green around the edges, with stylized roses that are accented with gold paint.  It just said "Spring" to me!
This little basket made my heart go pitty-pat, with its beautiful Tiffany-blue color, and the fact it is new with tags!
It's even oval, almost egg shaped with its Easter egg-like coloring!
And, pristine inside!
I was attracted to everything that said "Spring"!
This sweet embroidered runner is going to go along the counter that separates my kitchen and family room; it's unusually long which is why I was attracted to it; I also can't resist this kind of softy-worn cotton.
This Pyrex plate has already gone into my Etsy shop; it has the very old backmark.  I love the etched flowers and vines.
Last but not least, this kitschy little Santa was in the "free" box when I ran into a favorite thrift store the other day to drop off some button flyers.  Hm.  Now that I look at it in the photo, it's kind of a scary Santa, huh?

What have you found?  To see what everyone else is finding, go visit Linda!

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Comments

Angela said…
It's dry here too. Even my thrift shops let me down yesterday!! I'm hoping for better soon!
March 11, 2011 at 9:31 AM
Linda @ A La Carte said…
I agree it's been pretty dry at the thrifts! Still you did manage to find some fabulous finds. The sewing basket is really pretty! I love the table runner, I too love worn soft cotton! Thanks for joining JFF this week! hugs, Linda
March 11, 2011 at 10:54 AM
Marion said…
OMG, I love that first plate. It's a work of art. Are you going to put it in your shop?? LOL!

Have a great weekend.

Blessings,
Marion

PS: Blogger likes you. You're one of the few blogs where I can post comments. Go figure!!
March 11, 2011 at 12:26 PM
A Few Pennies said…
Love all your goodies--pretty photos too. I think next week will be everyone's luck Junkin' week and we'll all hit the bonanza for bargains! Great finds in your post.
March 11, 2011 at 7:07 PM
gail said…
love all the aqua colors. especially the sewing basket!
gail
adventuresininnkeeping.blogspot.com
March 12, 2011 at 8:48 AM
Anonymous said…
That sewing basket is truly amazing. I just love the colors.
March 12, 2011 at 12:07 PM
Unknown said…
i love the weave basket. loved the pastel color too:)

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