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For the price of a tank of gas….

September 29, 2008 By Rhoda 82 Comments

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I scored this beautiful pine bookcase….for $50! I’ll take that deal anyday. I have no idea where it’s going right now, but for that price, it came home with me. And I got free delivery since they had a truck and offered to bring it to my door.
It will more than likely be painted black and since the back of it is just a thin particleboard, I think I’ll have a piece of beadboard cut to fit. That will look great! Then a new coat of paint, since I don’t have pine in my house. The lady said it’s made by Hooker, which is one of my favorite brands of furniture. My hubby thinks I paid too much for it, but he hasn’t priced bookcases lately. It stands 6′ tall.
Another special bunny found it’s way home with me too….$5.
This pretty green floral runner by Williams Sonoma was 50 cents. I really didn’t need it, but for that price, I’ll use it outside when we are entertaining.
Have a great week!

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  1. Lynne says

    September 29, 2008 at 7:03 am

    The bookcase is beautiful! I think you got a great deal.

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  2. Lana says

    September 29, 2008 at 7:08 am

    Rhoda! I soooo need that bookcase! You got a tremendous deal (despite what your husband thinks! lol!)

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  3. Kathi~Lavender, Lace and Thyme says

    September 29, 2008 at 7:09 am

    The bookcase is awesome! it looks like a great deal to me 🙂

    Have a wonderful Munday,

    Kathi 🙂

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  4. Connie says

    September 29, 2008 at 7:40 am

    Ohmygosh, what a find, my little cherub!!! I’m going on craigslist today to find a desk and hope I have your luck…….. WOW!!!
    Smooches,
    Connie

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  5. duchess says

    September 29, 2008 at 7:55 am

    Where do you find such great deals??
    My luck is never that good.

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  6. Anonymous says

    September 29, 2008 at 7:58 am

    That bookcase is worth every penny, that is one of your best finds to date I LOVE it.

    Great find Rhoda,
    Kathy 🙂

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  7. Stacey says

    September 29, 2008 at 8:11 am

    Absolutely worth $50.00. I think the ugly metal ones in our garage were that much!! You really make me want to yard sale…I feel it coming on this fall.

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  8. Twice as Nice says

    September 29, 2008 at 8:18 am

    Twin1 has an armoire by Hooker and she paid A LOT! It’s a quality piece of furniture and you got lucky once again!! You find so many great deals that you should open your own little shop with everything you have redone!

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  9. Picket says

    September 29, 2008 at 8:19 am

    What a treasure girl and it will look glorious painted black! lol You must have a little ‘bloodhound’ in you girl cause you can sure find the great ones!!!!! lol Have a great week friend!

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  10. nikkicrumpet says

    September 29, 2008 at 8:30 am

    I can tell you where to put the bookcase….MY HOUSE!!!! You always find the best stuff!!!

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  11. Marie says

    September 29, 2008 at 8:30 am

    Great finds! I’d have paid $50 for that bookcase in a heartbeat! Lucky!! :o)

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  12. Fran says

    September 29, 2008 at 8:35 am

    I LOVE the bookcase! You done good!

    Fran

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  13. Glamorous Life of a House Wife says

    September 29, 2008 at 8:40 am

    You are fantastic! I love your blog! I just stumbled upon it from a friend of a friend and I think I’m hooked. 🙂

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  14. Jen r. says

    September 29, 2008 at 8:52 am

    That is an awesome find. You can’t even get a cheap particle board shelf unit for $100 at Target!!! I love Hooker furniture! Great find!

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  15. Alyce says

    September 29, 2008 at 8:55 am

    I love the bookcase! We are on the hunt for a cheap entertainment center..that is soo hard to find. If I were near you, I’m sure you could snag me one!
    Oh..that casserole in up on my blog now..

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  16. Aunt Mimi's Creations! says

    September 29, 2008 at 9:07 am

    What wonderful finds! Cute, cute bunny family!

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  17. Tonja says

    September 29, 2008 at 9:09 am

    WOW! Love that bookcase…it has such potential! Good for you!

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  18. carolyn at cranberry crossings: says

    September 29, 2008 at 9:22 am

    WOW! I LOVE that bookcase! It will look great painted black.

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  19. Judy says

    September 29, 2008 at 9:26 am

    Hey Ro! If I bring my truck up next week, will you load up that bookcase for me to bring home?!?!?

    Talk to you soon….

    Judy

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  20. Valarie says

    September 29, 2008 at 9:40 am

    Those are awesome finds! Love the bookcase, I can’t wait to see it painted. 🙂

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