You never know what to expect when you go out to yard sales. Last week was gray and wet and I came back with a great haul. This week, the sun was shining, the weather was gorgeous, there was a community yard sale…those are the makings of a great day of treasure hunting. I got $60 out of the ATM, ready to spend. It was after 10:00 and I was empty handed. Then I spotted this neat little table and some gutter parts sitting on a driveway. A sign said “Free.” I looked around in disbelief. The table is free? I grabbed it up half expecting that someone was going to yell at me for stealing!
I’m not sure what I’ll do with it, yet, but how could I pass up FREE?
Look at this beautiful inlay! And one cool thing is that this table folds down flat. I love portable furniture.
This antique frame was a last minute find. It was only $1.00 and it has the original “wavy” glass.
So, in all, I spent $1.25. I would’ve liked it if my trunk was filled to the brim, but I’ll take what I can get.
On a personal note, my last living grandparent died early this morning. He was a World War II veteran, a highly respected Home Builder, a great tennis player and fisherman, and a wonderful man. I was the closest to him out of all of my grandparents and my oldest son is named after him. He was greatly loved and will be greatly missed.
This horn was $.25…I thought it would be great for a Christmas wreath or arrangement. And it kept my 2 year old son entertained for a while as he tried to play it.
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So sorry for your loss.
Great table. I love free stuff.
I'm sorry for your loss 🙁
Wow… that table, free?! SCORE!!! Great detailing! wowza!!
And I esp LOVE the frame!
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your grandfather; he sounds like an amazing man.
I can not believe someone was getting rid of this table for free! These are all over the place ~ they even used these in the Emmy room for the Moroccan theme they did.
I am so sorry about your grandfather. Losing one's last living grandparent is hard…I wish I had great words of wisdom for you but all I can say is that more people than you know are touched by all the work you put in teaching us in this blog and today more people than you ever imagine are mourning with you as well.
Much love and strenght to you and your family…
Mustarseed…the last comment (and this one) I made from my husband's computer…this is not HRGuy but GetSoiledNow.com speaking 🙂
Sad news about your grandfather, the portrait of him in uniform is wonderful. I know you must cherish it.
Debra
wow great stuff you lucky girl!
I am so sorry to hear of your loss!!! The portrait you have of your grandfather is wonderful!!!
Your goodies from your day of thrifting are all amazing…I love the frame!!!
Enjoy!!!
XOXO
Cathy
I'm so sorry for you loss.
Thank you so much. 🙂
I am so sorry about the loss of your beloved grandfather. I'll be keeping you in my prayers.
Hugs,
Anne
What fabulous finds! I'm sure you'll do wonderful things with them.
Let me add my condolences with the others. He had a kind face.
I am sorry to hear about your grandfather. I am close to mine too.
I can not believe that table was free. Thats crazy. Its very pretty!!
HAve a great weekend!
So sorry to hear about your grandfather. I still miss mine terribly!!
I am so sorry about loosing your grandfather. Thinking about your family during this time, and praying for you all.
P.S. That table is fantastic! Love that detailed inlay.
Be sure to come by tonight around 9pm (Eastern time) for the announcement so you don't miss out. I promise-it good-really really good.
Cheri
Its So Very Cheri
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your grandfather.
I love the frame you found and the free table. =) What great finds!
Condolences on the loss of your grandfather. I live in Mechanicsburg. My stepfather is now living in Laurel Run in Fayetteville. This is the first time I have visited your blog. I will add you as a favorite and help you along to 100. Nice meeting you. I'll be back.
I am so sorry about your loss; how wonderful that you had such a loving relationship with your grandfather. That is a treasure.
Lovely yard sale finds. Amazing, in fact! Free? That little table? Fab.
Cass
Grandparents are special. So sorry for your loss.
Cindy
The frame was my favorite. That was a steal for a buck.
I am so sorry for the loss of your grandfather.
I'm so sorry for your loss. It's rough.
And what a great little table? Refinish or paint? Red or black laquer…it's got that Asian influence thing going on (at least to me)…and that mirror? I love it.
I'm so sorry about your grandfather.
Didn't Pottery Barn recently have some tables very similar to that, in vibrant colors? Somebody did…
So very sorry for your loss. Praying that you will find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Jocelyn
http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/
I was sorry to read about the loss of your grandfather. He sounds like a wonderful man who led a very productive life. Thoughts are with you.
My condolences on the loss of your beloved Grandfather. He sounds like he was quite the gentleman. You can be proud to be from his linage.
Love the table, I can't believe it was FREE! Amazing.
I love the table! The detail is amazing! The frame is beautiful too!
My deepest sympathies on your loss. It's never easy losing a loved one.
Many things…
Your before and after slideshow-wow! I LOVE those transformations!
The table was FREE! NO WAY! It is GORGEOUS! AS is that antique mirror those cost upwards of 60 bucks at an antique store, I have een them for 100 bucks. Great find. I hope you will not mind if I use a pic of yours and link back to you in my post to run tomorrow.
Thanks for linking to Thirfty Thursday this week! I always enjoy making the rounds to see the treasures that you find! I appreciate your visits to Bloggeritaville, friend! Thanks for your participation!
Leigh
Tales from Bloggeritaville
http://www.lbratina.blogspot.com
OH….forgot to mention the biggest thing…
My deepest sympathies for your loss. What a treasure to have him so many years I am sure you have wondeful memories. I pray that they sustain you in these difficult days. My prayers.
What a great little table … for free!! Would love to see what you do with it.
I am so sorry for your loss … seems that you have some great memories of your grandfather that you will always treasure.