Hubby and I love to go to estate sales when we get the opportunity. You never know what treasures can be found.
I have found vintage fabric, garden tools, pyrex bowls, which I happen to collect and Mexican pottery, (I also collect these). Hubby usually looks for tools that he can use.
There is a feeling of sadness for me when we go to estate sales; I always think about the person or persons that owned the items on sale. I do make it a point to promise myself that I will try and take care of any item I buy.♥
Not long ago I found a scarf, which looked brand new, for $1.oo. I quickly grabbed it knowing that I could use it some way or another.
Well, as you can see, I turned it into a poncho-like top to be worn over a camisole or nice tee top.
To start the process, I folded the scarf in half and then cut a hole at the top for my head to go through.
I then hand stitched a narrow hem around the opening for a finished look.
For the $1.oo that I paid, I’m thinking that I made a pretty good deal.♥♥♥♥
Kay
I love it, a very clever idea……… 🙂
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laflor5233
Thank you so much.
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disappearingwoman
You’re so talented! Doesn’t it feel great to find a good deal? My youngest daughter loves shopping at the Goodwill and other thrift stores. She’s very petite and finds so many nice clothes there–usually designer clothing.
You should do a blog post showing off your Mexican pottery collection–I’d love to see it.
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laflor5233
Thank you. I love good deals and yes I do want to do a blog post on my pottery. My oldest daughter loves Goodwill and will take my grandsons with her, and they love to see what treasures they can find.
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disappearingwoman
It’s the best! There are often pieces of clothing with the store tags still on them that have never been worn.
I can’t wait to see your pottery post. I love beautiful pottery and dishes. My mother collected depression glass and I inherited her gorgeous collection. (Maybe I’ll have to do a post about it soon! 🙂 )
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Still Times
I love estate sales too! You did a great job on that top, way to upcycle a scarf… lol… I love when something comes together so neatly. 🙂
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litadoolan
I wish we had garage sales in UK! It’s such a win win deal for both buyer and seller. I was so unlucky to smash one of our favourite pyrex bowls about a month ago and it is so hard to find them to buy in the shops. The bowl was so well designed.
I love your talent for creating a shape out of a flat piece of material. How amazing to have your own designer clothes, and wear true originals! Stunning!
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