Until last Fall I had only been to a couple of estate sales. Then one day while driving to my hairdressers I spotted a sign that said, “Estate Sale”. My car quickly did a 360 and I headed back up the hill to where the arrow pointed.
As I was paying for the goods I noticed a notepad that said, “Sign up to get e-mails for our Estate Sale notifications. It was like offering candy to a kid!
Ever since then whenever I get an e-mail, which is usually two days previous to the sale; I STOP and figure out a way that I can go. I DROP any previous plans I might have had. And yes, I grab a ROLL of dough and head out. Actually now days dough comes in the form of plastic. lol!
These are my latest estate sale finds:
A wonderful vintage scale with great patina.
I love the color of this lantern, and the red glass is the icing on the cake.
It found a home out on the deck amongst some of my vintage planters.
This old fertilizer spreader holds red and purple petunias.
This tray from an old tool box is a great home for my Hens and Chicks. Love the red color!
There were two of these chippy yellow chairs hanging from a beam in the upstairs family room. One of them was broken so I only bought one. I wasn’t sure what I would do with it, but too cute to pass up.
Perfect for holding our Olson oil can on the front porch.
I found a few old dishes. Two red glasses for $3, pretty floral platter for $2, and Jadite measuring cups for $5. The two little mini red goblets I picked up at D.I. for $.75 ea. on the way home. Does anyone know what these minis were used for?
Seeing an estate sale sign definitely is like yelling ‘FIRE’!
There I go, Stop, Drop, and Rolling again!
Hugs,
Jann
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What great finds! I love the idea of having an e-mail notification of estate sales. Too bad they don't have that here.
Nice finds - You did good! Are the small glasses juice glasses?
Google Estatesales.net, click on your state and find sales near you. I bookmarked the list for my area and check it just about every week.
Enjoy your weekend.
Those mini stems are used for cordials like Sambuca or creme de cacao, etc. or other sweet liqueurs. I had loads of them I inherited and gave most away. Kept just a few. Neat idea to receive an email. Wish they did stuff like that here. Yard sales are always a disappointment here. Loads of kiddie toys and Fisher Price and clothes. xo
I couldn't exist without my email notifications! I even have one for local garage sales, and you can plan a travel map! How cool is that!!
Yep, as already stated, the minis are liqueur glasses -- they are always so darling, like tiny wine glasses!
Love those measuring cups, and the lantern!
The minis are cordial glasses...I use mine for eggnog...because most people only want a bit of it!
I LOVE LOVE those measuring cups!
Haha Jan I LOVE the "grab the ROLL of dough" haha made me laugh. And I also LOVE the scale- oh my.. if Had the space and the "dough" I could totally collect old scales. theres just something so sweet and homey about them. Thanks for sharing your cool finds!
Oh good for you! Love the scale!
WOW! I've never seen Jadite measuring cups! What a fabulous find! I love everything and it's FUN!
Jann- I love all your finds. You did good- really, really good. It is always fun to shop estate sales- xo Diana
Jann, What great treasures you found. Worth the turn around, I'd say. Smiles, Susie
Sorry I didn't sign-up to follow you when I linked up. Forgot. Thanks for the follow on my blog too--reminded me to check and make sure my manners were in order!
You are so funny! Now we have a slogan for bargains! I love your finds.
Hugs,
Courtney
Hi Jann. wow!... what fabulous finds!!! I love the Olson oil can especially!... I am on a list to preview estate sales before the public is notified, and I love it!... soo many wonderful treasures looking for a new home!... I was going to let you know you precious little glasses are cordials, but I see others have already let you know... I have some beautiful really old ones that my family used for the finest Cognac from France... I treasure them (although I don't drink Cognac) I will never part with them... love your yellow chair, and, well... I love it all!... xoxo Julie Marie
I love Estate sales! The lantern is gorgeous and I am loving the jadite measuring cups!
WOW I love all your goodies... I LOVE your yellow chair. I bought a SET of them(a little different than yours) BUT I LOVE the style!!! I DID take the broken one though. Hubby said he can fix it. SO I have 4...I LOVE those little jadite measuring cups. YOU REALLY found LOTS of treasures!!!
Have a wonderful weekend,
Big Hugs,
Donna
Love your description of Stop, Drop and Roll! Great finds for your decorating!
GREAT treasures!!!!
Very funny...MY roll is a sweet roll accompanied by a to-go cup o' joe!
I love it - stop, drop & roll is exactly right!!
Great metaphor, for sure!
I like the way you re-purposed your
goodies too.
Great finds! And Jann I must say that the pictures are worth for a magazine spread. I love it.
You have found so many treasures! Who would have ever thought that a fertilizer spreader could look so fantastic as a planter? :D
I love estate sales, too! Great finds. . .
Jann, That is so fun! I would so love to be in an area where estate sales could net such finds for me. I love what you've done with everything too. Such great ideas. And over on your sidebar I see a shopping cart with plants in it. I've been wanting an old shopping cart! You are my kinda girl. Thanks for your encouraging words over at Quirky Vistas. Very sweet!
Liz
Hi Jann,
You sure found some wonderful things at the Estate sale! Love your fertilizer spreader filled with plants - so clever!
Love the Jadite measuring cups!!
chris
I have been looking for a vintage clock face- don't know why - just want one. Then I saw your scale and have decided I want a scale like yours. I guess I have to find some estate sales.
Thanks for the inspiration.
Such fabulous finds! I've never been to an estate sale, either, but maybe I should follow your lead. That lantern with the red glass is incredible!
All great finds and you are using them in a good way.
Love all your finds, so great!
Happy VTT!
I love your Stop Drop and Roll the theory. It certainly makes sense to me :-)
Jocelyn @
http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com
I would say that was a nice days haul. I just found your blog I will be back.
Cathy
What great finds, I love that chair it is very different. I saw you on From My Front Porch to Yours.
Cynthia
Following you via Linky.
Cynthia
Terrific finds. I'm surprised you got the Jadite for $5. Wouldn't get such a bargain around these parts.
Oh you really did hit the jackpot on such fun finds! I love the "hunt" at estate sales. Thank you for sharing with us at TTF this week! Have a great day.
Lovely eye candy, Jann!
Greetings from Australia♥
~Pernilla
Love how you used the fertilizer spreader and the tool box for your chicks and hens.
Great treasures every one. Love estate sales.
Jann you really scored! Love the old scale!
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