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Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Come on vacation with me...

I'm on vacation...

and to me, vacation means doing what you like doing most.

So today, with my 4 year old sweetie pie in tow, I hit up a few thrift shops. I even splurged ($15) on this gorgeous old tray at my sweet friend Ellen's antique shop. 

These pale blush pink embroidered napkins whisper spring, don't they? The old wire colander is great for industrial display. Can't pass up a wire basket. No sir! 



This kitsch little vintage bunny whispered to me also, with her "come hither" bedroom eyes. 

These Independence ironstone plates were pennies. One of them is pretty beat up. Call me crazy, but I love the cracks, crazing and tea stains.




 Old metal embroidery hoops combine the softness of sewing with the industrial-ness of timeworn metal. I love the combined textures.





Oh hello there! Did the bunny whisper to you too Haddy Liz?



 Also for pennies was this pressed glass (butter dish?) and some old crafting stamen. It's even prettier in person!



A coiled metal letter holder is always fun to play with.


And there you have it! Our loot for the day. And what a beautiful, sunny spring-like day it was. ☼

Happy hunting-

Linsey 

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26 comments:

  1. Tina@WhatWeKeepMarch 6, 2013 at 4:50 PM

    Fun finds, Linsey!
    You sure have a sweet little helper.:)

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  2. THE FARMHOUSE PORCHMarch 6, 2013 at 4:57 PM

    Thank you Tina! She's laying by my feet snoozing away. All that shopping must've worn her out. haha

    ♥

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  3. ornate splendorMarch 6, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    A thrifting day would be my vacation too! Oh happy day to just peruse until you find treasures! Glad I found your lovely blog. I'm a new follower. Happy Creating, Catherine

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  4. AnneMarch 6, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    Great finds! LOVE those sweet napkins! And that little bunny too! All great treasures!Glad you are enjoying your vacation and spring time weather.Its only 30 here today burrrrr.
    xx
    Anne

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  5. Blondie's JournalMarch 6, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    You had a great day! These are wonderful treasures and you had a precious helper! :)

    XO,
    Jane

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  6. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 6, 2013 at 5:51 PM

    Now how could you not have a fun day thriftn' with that cute little helper. Let's see...my favorites are that charming tray, letter holder and that darling little bunny. Thanks for shraring at my party.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  7. PamelaMarch 6, 2013 at 6:14 PM

    Miss P is just too too precious Lins!! Love your treasures and thanx for partying at my place!:)

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  8. Old Time CindyMarch 6, 2013 at 6:21 PM

    Oh...I like it all!!!
    Farmhouse hugs,
    Cindy

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  9. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMarch 6, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    You did good Linsey, I LOVE that old tray! Love the sweet picture of your daughter too, so cute!

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  10. Michele M./ Finch RestMarch 6, 2013 at 7:06 PM

    GREAT treasures you found, Linsey - and how nice you and your sweetie pie spent good time together....she is a thrifter in the making!

    Well done.

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  11. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 6, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    Nice finds. The perfect thing to do on vacation.

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  12. chateau chicMarch 6, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    Sounds like you and your sweet daughter had a great little vacation. Wonderful finds! Loving that tray with fabulous patina!!
    Mary Alice

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  13. Yvonne @ StoneGableMarch 6, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    Linsey, you have such a little sweetie!!!! You have some lovely treasures there!

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  14. RobynMarch 6, 2013 at 8:39 PM

    Hi Linsey, Im a new reader and follower of your blog.. I so enjoyed this post.. I LOVE those napkins! :)

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  15. The Farmers DaughterMarch 7, 2013 at 7:01 AM

    Sweet Finds! Love the way you displayed them!
    Hugs and Blessings,
    Dru

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  16. miss flibbertigibbetMarch 7, 2013 at 9:02 AM

    Great finds! I always feel like I'm playing hooky when I spend the day at the thrift stores! Even though technically....I am working on the business....right? Of course, I don't have an adorable shopping companion which can make it MUCH more fun!

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  17. summersoulMarch 7, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    you are a woman after my own heart. love the combined textures!

    MC

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  18. Diane~Our journey to a simple lifeMarch 7, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    Lovely little treasures! ;)

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  19. SewSweetVIntageMarch 7, 2013 at 10:38 PM

    Sweet pics. I like your idea of a vacation!!!!!
    http://www.sewsweetvintage.com/2013/03/brilliant-2013.html

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  20. JuneMarch 7, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    What a perfectly perfect day Linsey! I'd vacation with you anyday.
    hugs...

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  21. UnknownMarch 8, 2013 at 7:13 PM

    Great finds, Linsey. Your little one is very sweet.

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  22. SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...PernillaMarch 11, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    Wow, great finds, Linsey :)
    ~Pernilla

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  23. JenMarch 15, 2013 at 2:39 AM

    What cute finds! I had to smile at the butter dish - to me it looks like it has toes on either end!

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  24. Anita at Cedar Hill March 15, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    Hope you are enjoying your spring break!! Gorgeous photos!

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  25. Art and SandMarch 18, 2013 at 9:08 AM

    Spring break is just days away and I think I will be out thrifting just like you. My husband is recovering from major surgery so no trips are in the works. The thought of a week at home to fluff and primp and garden are looking pretty good.

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  26. Amy KinserMarch 19, 2013 at 8:25 PM

    How fun to go thrifting on vacation. You found some great stuff! I absolutely love cloth napkins. We use them everyday. I just ordered some great blue and white gingham ones off of ebay recently and love them.

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