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More Estate Sales

July 12, 2009 By Rhoda 80 Comments

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What a fun and fast weekend we had with my family in Georgia celebrating my dad’s 82nd birthday (which is the 14th)! Whew, I’m tired out just thinking about it. We went over on Friday and first off, me and mom went over to my sister’s house. They have just finished adding some more hardwoods and getting all them refinished, as well as the house being painted inside, in hopes of putting their house on the market soon. They have dreams of down-sizing, moving to a condo or smaller house with less upkeep and space. Since they no longer have kids at home, their house is entirely too big for 2 adults and 2 dogs. But, in the meantime they’ll enjoy the improvements even if the house doesn’t sell anytime soon. I’ll show you inside my sister’s house in another post. I’ve shared the outdoor areas before in previous posts, here last Mother’s Day, since we usually have our family gatherings on their spacious porch and enjoy the beautiful backyard they’ve created.

So, me, mom and my sister, Renee, hit up one of the new antique malls that I had not been in since I moved, called Queen of Hearts. I’ll share that in another post later too. Lots of goodies in there to see.

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In the meantime, my sis and I hit up a few yardsales (all a bust) and one huge estate sale in Marietta that was quite amazing. Oh my, the lady that lived in this house must have loved to keep everything, I have never seen so many old, vintage and antique things in one estate sale, all in great condition. Of course, with estate sales, come a higher price. This sale had started on Friday, so by the time we got there on Saturday, everything was 1/2 price. Now, that’s even better. I tried to find something I had to have and took way too few pics, but ended up leaving empty handed.

Most all of these things were all out in the garage. The above old chippy white vanity was marked at $300, but would have been $150 on the 1/2 price day. Still too much, I think. That old scale sitting on it would have been $9, but I didn’t get it, I have to think about everything I bring in my house now.

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Have you ever seen an old pram like this? Take 1/2 off the price for what they were asking. I think they are planning to have another Finale sale at some point to clear out even more. I can’t even imagine how much stuff must have been in there on Friday, cause on Saturday, the house was still packed with stuff! Those estate sale people really try to charge too much for things and I just don’t think people are willing to pay the price.

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Child’s tricycle, would have been $30 at 1/2 price. Cute, cute!

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I think you can read the prices on these little children’s chairs. They were all adorable.

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Now, my sister fell in LOVE with this mahogany (late 1800’s) antique round table with 5 leaves and 8 chairs. Half price was $1900, which really is a steal, considering you’d pay that for some new junk that is nothing like this quality. There was a sideboard, china cabinet and a couple other matching pieces. You can imagine how beautiful this was and how well-made this old furniture is. I wish she could get it and she may try to see if they mark it down anymore. It’s a beauty! She has just purchased some other great furniture pieces on Craigslist (which I’ll show you in a later post), so may not be able to get this right now, but boy, is it gorgeous.

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This vintage outdoor patio set would have been $55 for all of this on the 1/2 price day. Now that’s a great deal!

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And if you’re in the market for an old Cadillac, this 1957 model was for sale too. I didn’t look at the pricetag on this one, but I don’t think it was 1/2 price.

So, I didn’t buy anything! Even though there were a couple things that caught my eye, I decided to pass. I did see a beautiful Italian white marble based lamp that would have been $37 at 1/2 price and I thought long and hard about that, but ended up leaving it. I love those old marble and alabaster base lamps and have seen them for much more money at antique shops. I probably should have bought it! Ahh, regrets. And I didn’t even get a pic of it.

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I did get my sister interested in starting a white creamware collection of her own. She already has one white soup tureen, which she was going to give me, then changed her mind when she decided to start her own collection. And that’s great, I love it so much and I know she’ll enjoy her collection too. She found all these pieces at the antique mall that I’ll post on later. And she found a beautiful large oval platter at the estate sale, that I didn’t get a pic of. That’s all we came away with, but it’s a great start to her creamware collection!

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She found a gorgeous hutch on Craigslist, which is now sitting in her garage waiting to paint. Even though this pine is really pretty, it doesn’t go so much with her house, so she is going to use my painting method and paint it black. She may leave the back of the shelves pine and paint the rest black. That’s a great look. And the price on this beauty? $150!! I’m SO jealous and love this piece. I’d love to find something like this too, although I’d have to get rid of something to make room. I can’t wait to see it when she’s finished. She’s really gotten the bug to buy some nice second hand pieces and make them work for their home. Wait til you see 2 of the Craigslist things she scored! I’ll show you that in a later post of her house.

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So, let’s get the party rolling this week and see what all YOU have found! You know how to play, so please sign up with Mr. Linky and be sure to add a link back to THIS post so that all your readers can join the party and see everyone’s finds.

And please, please put your permalink (your thrifty post url) and NOT just your blog url. I continue to have to go in and fix the links on about 12 of the links every single week!! Help a girl out!

Thanks for playing this week and have fun visiting everyone! Like I’ve mentioned, it’s getting harder and harder for me to visit all of you, but I try!

Todays Thrifty Treasures Participants

1. ThriftyAnnabella (Saturday)
2. ThriftyAnnabella (Tuesday)
3. Completely Coastal (My Thrifty Threesome)
4. Queen of Fifty Cents
5. Christina at Yardsalequeen
6. Queentomas
7. Deana
8. Kammy
9. Cheap&Sweet Great Saturday!
10. Cheap&Sweet Great Friday!
11. Rhonda in OK
12. Marianne@songbirdisnesting
13. Suzanne in TX
14. Carol @ Old Glory Cottage
15. Cheap&Sweet sunday flea market finds
16. Linda @Nina’s Nest
17. Jennifer @ chester and donkey
18. Amy Lynne @ Mom*s Balance
19. Pat@Back Porch Musings
20. LadyOfManyHats
21. Thrifty Teacher (Shopping at Home)
22. The Shabby Chic Cottage
23. Tracey
24. The Undomesticated Wife
25. Toni
26. A fellow G.R.I.T.S, Reid
27. Della @ Della Grace’s Life
28. Ellen R.
29. Bonnie@Cottage Hideaway
30. Jadehollow
31. Tarva
32. Jane@Frugal Fine Living
33. Susie Q
34. Dab of This and That
35. Melanie Elissa
36. Joan@anythinggoeshere: help
37. Caroline@FOREVER VINTAGE
38. Gwen @ MurphyGraceHome
39. Darlene @Darlene’s Days
40. Shauna@They Call Me Lucy
41. Julianne Hendrickson
42. Traci-Goodwill Buffet Re-do
43. Michelle@Dei Gratia
44. Merrie
45. My Three Bubs
46. Manuela@The Pleasures of Homemaking
47. Tam @ The Gypsy’s Corner
48. RELUCTANT ENTERTAINER & Canners & GREEN Jam
49. Rhonda @ BlueCreekHome
50. The Bloom Girls
51. Chrissie Grace
52. Cindy @ Applestone
53. Lynette
54. Callie@Advetures in Stay at Home Wifedom
55. Aubree @ The Weathered Cottage
56. Debbie from Pink Roses and Teacups
57. Kelli@JOY
58. Beth @ Soanywaytoday
59. Brooke @ VintageSunshine
60. Meghan @ Mrs. Shopswell at Home
61. Cindy@Fairy Tale Cottage
62. Kendra @ Domestic Princess in Training
63. Nancy@SouthernLady
64. Grannyann- weekend finds
65. The Thrifty Home (Yardsale Antenna = FREE HDTV)
66. Amanda @ Serenity Now {Free Fabric, Fleurs, and Wicker-Oh My!}
67. Quiltpiecer @ Goodwill Haunting
68. Tonya-Hobby Lobby 80% off
69. Nicole @ BugaboosCreations
70. Brittany
71. Brittany
72. Marfa (formula for a life)
73. Lorna~Lace and Ivy Cottage~
74. Shery@evidence of life on mars
75. Terry @ Cherished Treasures(Promo Codes)
76. carolyn@primitivedevotion
77. the lazy peacock
78. Mrs. Homemaker
79. Susan–Runner Mom
80. Pages by Heather (Starbucks Steal!)
81. Pammie Jo
82. Cutie Patootie
83. mary’s mom
84. Monica
85. The Gaines Gang (Goodwill Pretty’s)
86. RedAries@PotteryShed
87. Lady Katherine
88. Britt @ A Penny Saved
89. Cindy @ Oakview Cottage
90. Rachel (Life Off the Shelf)
91. Joy@joysofhome
92. Dirt Princess
93. Jane (Out of the Crayon Box)
94. Sandra
95. Christie
96. cynthia@come sit awhile
97. Adventures in Decorating
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  1. Caroline says

    July 12, 2009 at 9:46 pm

    I love that garden furniture!

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  2. Cottage Rose says

    July 12, 2009 at 9:52 pm

    I loved just about every photo you shared with us, and yes some shops are way to high with their prices, what a shame… I love a good bargain, and the hunt for one is just as fun… Hey a Huge Happy Birthday to your Dad…. have a great week.
    Hugs;
    Alaura

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  3. Kat says

    July 12, 2009 at 10:02 pm

    Was it the Queen of Hearts Antiques in Alpharetta? If so, I used to go there when we lived in Atlanta.

    It sounds like you had a fun visit.

    Hugs!
    Kat

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  4. Pink Roses and Teacups says

    July 12, 2009 at 10:07 pm

    Hi Rhoda!

    I am a new blogger, and I only know how to post my blog Url. Sorry. Looks like they had a lot of good things there. Sorry you weren't able to find something you liked.

    Reply
  5. soanywaytoday says

    July 12, 2009 at 10:11 pm

    Hi Rhoda,

    Looks like you had a great weekend and helped your sis make some good buys.

    Have a great week.

    Beth

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  6. tartoras says

    July 12, 2009 at 10:30 pm

    Hi Rhoda,
    I really enjoy your blog!I'm thrifty girl.
    I have a question for you, if you have time to answer me: what is it your method to paint in black????
    I'm sorry for my english, I'm from Roumania, but I live in US for couple a months ago!
    Best wishes for you!

    Ana Thomas vs TARTORAS

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  7. grannyann says

    July 12, 2009 at 10:43 pm

    I always look forward to Mondays to see what everyone gets over the weekend. Thanks for hosting this

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  8. Amanda @ Serenity Now says

    July 12, 2009 at 11:06 pm

    Hi, Rhoda! You can delete the link on #68. I kept getting these error messages, and then when I refreshed, for some reason it also posted my link to the Nester's party on #68. So sorry about that! Mr. Linky hates me.

    So cool that you got your sister hooked on creamware too. 🙂

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  9. Michelle says

    July 13, 2009 at 12:02 am

    Even at half price I think the pricing was still high.

    Love, love, love your sister's hutch! Good for her in finding some bargains.

    Reply
  10. Goodwill Haunting says

    July 13, 2009 at 12:03 am

    Love reading your posts! And that hutch your sister bought for $150… what a great deal! It's gorgeous and I just love it! Thanks for sharing …

    Reply
  11. Marfa (formula for a life) says

    July 13, 2009 at 12:20 am

    Rhoda, you have me hooked on recycled stuff! I am planning to redecorate my house and guess how I'm going to get it done-one yard sale, thrift shop and craig's list at a time…lol

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  12. Lorna ~ Lace and Ivy Cottage says

    July 13, 2009 at 12:41 am

    Hi Rhoda, I went antiquing this week too. Thanks for taking us along. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I must say, I really liked the retro patio set. It really looked in great shape. The antique dining table is beautiful too. Sometimes vendors will lower their price if you ask them. Your sister's hutch it beautiful. Gotta love Craigslist! It will be stunning painted black. Hope you're having a great Monday!

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  13. Bellamere Cottage says

    July 13, 2009 at 2:43 am

    What lovely things! I'd love to have been at that sale too… Darn…I loved your sister's hutch too. It is fabulous.

    Blessings,
    Spencer

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  14. Blushing hostess says

    July 13, 2009 at 4:43 am

    I have been after a wrought iron outdoor set, where was I?

    Reply
  15. lambie-pie says

    July 13, 2009 at 6:04 am

    Have you seen the china cabinet makeover here:

    http://www.inthefunlane.com/

    Pretty amazing!!

    Reply
  16. Melanie says

    July 13, 2009 at 6:43 am

    What incredible things you found! That table is gorgeous. I hope your sister gets it.

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  17. carolyn@primitive~devotion says

    July 13, 2009 at 6:49 am

    Rhoda, what beautiful things your sister got for her home. I LOVE that pine hutch! It will be stunning painted black, but I don't know if I could paint it.
    I also enjoyed seeing the pics of the estate sale. I love that pram and the child's chairs. So cute! I have seen doll prams like that sell for up to $400.00. Was it a dolls' pram or for a real baby?
    The patio furniture was a fantastic price! Would love to have that.
    Have a great week!

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  18. Runner Mom says

    July 13, 2009 at 7:18 am

    You are SO, SO sweet to help me out!! I think I did it the right way!! I am so excited to learn something new on this computer!!

    Love ya!
    Susan

    Reply
  19. mary'smom says

    July 13, 2009 at 9:02 am

    My husband would love that car. I love the vanity.

    Reply
  20. Cutie Patootie says

    July 13, 2009 at 9:02 am

    What a beautiful old pram – hope it found a good home!

    Reply
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