This morning I had to deliver furniture to a client and then head over to a mural job. I couldn’t stop at any yard sales, so I rubber-necked my way past a whole slew of them. It was just killing me. After the work was done, I was able to hit one of my favorite thrift stores. I spotted this little wagon immediately, but knew it had to be outrageously expensive. It didn’t have a tag, so I asked a woman who works there. (I’m not sure if it’s embarrassing or something to brag about, but the people there know me pretty well.) So, she hummed a minute and said, “How about $4.00?” I don’t even think I answered her. I just picked it up and carried it behind the counter to start my pile.
I love the silvery blue paint. And this wagon is very petite, so it’s great for decorative purposes. It just needs a scrubbing and some poly, so we don’t all die of lead poisoning.
I also got this aluminum 2 tiered serving piece for $2.00 and a silver bucket (not pictured) for $3.00. All in all, it was a pretty good stop. (Sorry about the slightly blurry pic…) They also gave me some shelving and clothing racks for our new shop for FREE. My shop owner was thrilled!
So, I thought I would share a non-thrift/yard sale find with you today as well. I LOVE hemp and old linen fabric and grain sacks, but they are expensive. For quality hemp fabric you are talking $30-50+/yard. Not in my budget. Yours? And the gorgeous pillows made out of that stuff…$38-75.00+. Yikes.
(Just an FYI, these pillows are from Cool Material .)
So, while at a Super Wal-Mart on Thursday I checked back in the fabric section to see what they had. I found my favorite Sanded White Cotton Twill for $4.97/yard, so I bought everything they had (sorry to everyone else) and a fabric next to the twill caught my eye. It has this wonderful nubby, natural look that was a lot like hemp. And it was only $2.57/yard! So, I bought 5 yards of it. I’m going to try the picture transfer thing on them to see how it turns out. I’ll share the details, of course, but I thought I would share what a great find it was.
I also purchased 10 yards of this upholstery webbing for $.67/yard. I’m not exactly sure what I’m going to do with it, yet, but I’ve got some ideas up my sleeve. Stay tuned! 
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Late much? : )
That wagon would be very cute in my shop! I really like the pillows too and am looking forward to seeing what you do with the fabric. I was at Wmart last night and bought a Wilton gum paste sculpting set…I think that's what it was.
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Julie M.
Being the amazingly COOL person you are, you probably already saw this, BUT I saw where there took that upholstery webbing and made a throw rug out of it (BH&G; maybe?). Anyhow, it was WAY cool & something I always wanted to try. HAVE FUN!
That wagon is adorable and it looks like its in good shape too! $4.00 . . . I have a decorative sleigh about that size that I bring out at Christmas and I wrap faux presents and put them in it.
I can't wait to see who the picture transfer looks!
You sure have a knack for bargains! That's great! I never knew that Wally-World sold fabric like that…I'll have to take a closer look the next time that I'm there. Thanks for sharing!
-Grace
I have one of those wagons I use at Christmas too ! I can't wait to see what you do with the webbing. I think it would make a neat mat in a picture frame…..
this is totally hilarious, but I JUST fell in love with that same upholstery webbing at my wal-mart this week. bought 3 yards of it. let us know what you do with yours!
what a steal on the wagon –i have an old red one that was 30 bucks so great work on the 4 dollars!!
Ooh! I love the little red wagon! I have a wagon that I used in the summer and now i'm using it with my fall decor.
I can't wait to see what you do with the wagon.
Take care.
Sandra
I am looking so forward to seeing what you create with your fabric!
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Your thrift store ROCKS! mine, not so much…I LOVE the serving pc!
Ooh–can't wait to see the pillows you make!
And I love that upholstery webbing with the red, too. I have plans to buy some and use it as my garland on our Christmas tree this year.
Hi,
I did a whole post in August on using jute webbing for projects. Check it out – I am sure you will find some really good inspiration!
http://willowdecor.blogspot.com/2009/08/getting-creative-with-jute-uphlostery.html
xx-Gina
Those are some really great finds! I love the fabrics you found. And that little wagon is adorable. I can see it with pumpkins in it. Love the blue color. Also love your aluminum piece.
Happy Thrifty Thursday…
XO,
Sheila
Fabulous finds! I love the wagon. And the fabric. Can't wait to see what you make with it.
that little wagon was a steal!
And, don't worry, the folks at my ocal salvation army store know me as well! And I bet thereare a few others are there that are on first name basis with their thrift store employees! LOL
Love that little wagon – you scored big ! That two tiered tray is cool too…I have noticed that wally mart has some great trimmings – please post when you get finished !
Kammy
LOve that lil wagon and its painted color. I also love that trimming! Thanks for participating in Thrifty Thursday this week! Some great finds, my friend!
Hugs!
Leigh
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That wagon is so charming! I could see a really cute Christmas diplay using it.
Have a wonderful evening!
I have just discovered your wonderful blog! Thank you for sharing your treasures and your wonderful design ideas.