My sister and I headed to the only real flea market I could find via Google. (If anyone knows of anything else around Wichita, let me know!) It meets on the third Sunday each month at the Kansas Coliseum.
I have to say I was pretty proud of myself knowing what things were and what the hot collections were right now (many thanks to everyone in blogland for teaching me : ). There were lots of vintage flower frogs ... I don't collect them but fun to look at! There was also a collection of vintage shaving brushes like in Flea Market Style mag. I fell HARD for a vintage clock face, all white with black roman numerals. Only problem was, the guy wanted $35 for it. Sorry buddy, I could buy a new clock and take out the face for that!
I have to say I was pretty proud of myself knowing what things were and what the hot collections were right now (many thanks to everyone in blogland for teaching me : ). There were lots of vintage flower frogs ... I don't collect them but fun to look at! There was also a collection of vintage shaving brushes like in Flea Market Style mag. I fell HARD for a vintage clock face, all white with black roman numerals. Only problem was, the guy wanted $35 for it. Sorry buddy, I could buy a new clock and take out the face for that!
Here's what I did get ...
This great old chippy window for just $8.
Here's what I did with all of it:
I also nailed some of the old numbers into the window for a fun touch. Since there seem to be no number pieces available around here, I'll just make my own!
The wire tray went into my little potting shelf in the kitchen and holds tea towels and two of my cake stands. I also tied some of the numbers on with raffia. I think it looks pretty cute! It may eventually migrate to my office, but we'll see.
And last but not least, I stuck the honey sign above the doors to my laundry closet. Definitely not the best space for it (too small up there!) but I haven't found just the right spot yet. I'm sure it will find a home eventually.



I also scored this gorgeous vintage scale off of eBay this weekend! Yay! I had been outbid on several before, and I'm glad now because this green is the exact one I use in my kitchen. I'll show it to you in its new home in my (rapidly filling!) kitchen.
Well, that's it for my flea market finds ... and my budget for this month. I'll just have to show you stuff I've done for free around my house, because I'm all shopped/spent out! : ) More to come soon!
Today I'm linking to the Thrifty Treasures party over on Southern Hospitality. And also the old windows party on Funky Junk Interiors. Enjoy!
{live beautifully}
Courtney
Love it! :) A word to the wise, I wouldn't suggest the flea market on south Meridian. Scaryville doesn't seem to do it justice :/ And I didn't find any treasures. It has obviously changed since my mom has been there years ago since she's the one who suggested it ;) Thanks for the info about the one at the Coliseum!
ReplyDeleteLOVE the old window!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou're so cute! Look at all the wonderful treasures you found - can't wait until we hit up some garages sales and flea markets together!
ReplyDeleteLove the look of everything, my love! xo
Hey there Courtney,
ReplyDeleteJust thought I'd let you know that we do have one galvanized pedestal in stock, so let me know if you run into any problems. We'll be getting more in a week or so. Enjoy your day!
Congrats on your 1st flea market trip! Are you hooked? They do have great stuff if you're willing to search. I have the same scale in a darker green that belonged to my grandparents. Love the window and basket.
ReplyDeleteGreat old window and a great price. I really like the old wire basket too!
ReplyDeleteCute window placement! I like how it just adds some texture without darkening the area. Very nice!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up to Old Windows SNS!
Donna
http://funkyjunkinteriors.blogspot.com/
I like your window and the placement of it. Takes away and distracts from the TV-- I have mine placed next to my TV as well... don't we love to hate 'em; but everybody's got one. So you have to decorate around it.
ReplyDeleteI happen to like your wire filing tray too. I like what you did with all your goodies!
That is such a lovely vignette! I'm absolutely going to have to find an old window (AND a place to put it! Beautiful!
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