It’s been raining a lot this week. We’ve had some severe storms blowing through the last couple of days and I was browsing the Saturday yardsales in the paper Friday night about 9 pm, when I spotted the Mt. Laurel ad. My heart skipped a beat. I look for that one every spring and fall, since I’ve always found some great things at their sales. I’ve written about Mt. Laurel several times, so go and take a peek if you’d like to see more about it here. It’s a beautiful quaint community and rain never stops me from hitting this sale. From the looks of the crowd, no one else minded either. I was pretty careful about what I brought home, but I did find a few things.
A nice piece of burlap was free (and only marked 10 cents) because I bought two T-shirts from them. I haven’t unrolled it yet, but it’s probably at least 2 yards. Why didn’t I find this before I did the corner cabinet? Oh well, I’m sure I’ll find something to use it for.
This adorable custom made Roman shade was a great price. I don’t have a place to put it, but bought it anyway since it was a good deal and too cute to leave behind. I’ll probably end up selling this one, so let me know if you are interested and we’ll make a deal. Green polkadot fabric with a pretty fringe trim of red/gold and green. I walked around the house looking for a spot to use it, but there is no where to put it. It’s 36” wide and I didn’t measure the length yet. Email me if you’re interested!
This bronzey ceramic urn was $1. I’ll probably spray this one white to go with all my other white pieces.
Heavy iron white piece was $4.
Cute and comfy looking Gap cropped linen pants were $2.
And these 2 adorable Frenchy T’s were $1 each.
Now last weekend I went out too and found a great deal on this print for $30. The pricetag on the back was from BA Framers and marked $600!! Now, I know no one pays retail for these things, but I’m sure it was at least $150 to $200 originally. I had no idea where I’d put it, but decided to move another yardsale print I had over the bed and put it here. This is a HUGE piece, 50×50” and it’s a map of Versailles, which I’ve visited before in France, so that was pretty neat I thought. I love maps and this is a really cool piece.
It fits right in here in the cottage bedroom.
On Monday, I’ll be leaving for the beach with these ladies and going to Gulf Shores, AL where we’ll be staying here at the beach house. I’ll post something while I’m gone and of course, you’ll see some beach pics when I return!
Don’t forget the giveaway coming on Wednesday. You will NOT want to miss it!
Susie from Bienvenue says
Wonderful finds!!! love those gap pants too. I have some and you are going to love them and want to wear them everyday! Have a great time at the beach and take lots of pictures. Oh I wish I was going with ya~
Helen says
Well …… as it turns out I covet everything you have shown us. Good job ~ you!
KK says
How fun and such great finds! Have a safe and fun trip with the ladies! Look forward to seeing pictures from your trip.
Blessings,
Kaye
Matthew 21:22
Sandy says
Hi Rhoda! You always get the best finds. Hey, I have a question. Do you have a yard sale budget? A monthly allowance? I don’t, but I can’t believe that no one has asked me yet! hee hee.
Hope you’re doing great! Love you!
Jen@Balancing Beauty and Bedlam says
I can just see you in those french t’s – they are you! It was pouring AGAIN this Sat. I guess the Lord knows I am not supposed to be out until I clean out. 🙂
Joy says
You got some awesome deals! Your house is decorated so cute!
Tales From My Empty Nest says
Love your before and after pictures. You are so creative. Have fun at the beach. I could use a trip to the beach right now myself. I hope you have a good time with plenty of rest and relaxation. Love & blessings from NC!
Jojo says
With all the rain and gray weather we’ve had, it is nice just to thing about being at a sunny beach. Have a great trip.
Cathy says
Have a great time at the beach!
{{Hugs}}
Cathy
Blondie's Journal says
Rhoda,
Love all your great finds. What a fabulous deal on the French print~WOW!!
I am wondering what you might come up with for the burlap. I have a couple of sacks that I was given when I bought my fresh Christmas tree~ I thought I’d surround the tree with it for a rustic look instead of my normal tree skirt (I was voted down). Let me know if you have any ideas.
Have fun at the beach!! 🙂
xoxo
Jane
imjacobsmom says
Great buys – the frame was worth the money alone and SCORE! for the print – especially since you’ve been there and all….I adore your bedroom, BTW! Have fun at the beach – I’m jealous. ~ Robyn
Jillian, Inc says
My frame shop used to wholesale to BA Framer…you got a great deal. Have a wonderful time at the beach. Looks like the rain will be gone by then. Hope so.
Marci @ All Things Wonderful says
Hi! I just stopped by from Runner Mom’s blog. Great Finds. Have a great beach trip!
Jeanneoli says
I can’t believe the deals you found…and that print is AMAZING! Love it over the bed. Have fun at the beach.
Darlene says
You always find the BEST things for the BEST prices!!!!!! Cute clothes too. Have fun at the beach!
marty39 says
What great finds. I just never seem to find anything at the yard sales around here. You found some real treasures. Have fun at the beach. I can’t wait to see all the pics. Hugs, Marty
Sandra says
Awesome deals you found! I like your idea of painting the vase white. The price was amazing!
Have fun at the beach:)
Pam says
Great finds. I love the print above the bed.
Have fun at the beach!!!
Pam
Laura @ the shorehouse. says
Great finds! I clicked through to your 2007 post (that was before my blog time 🙂 and WOW…this looks like my kind of yard sale neighborhood! It’s still quite cold (and RAINY) here so the season has yet to kick off. I hope I get half as lucky as you have yard saling!
Linda/"Mom" says
* Great two last blogs, Rhoda!!! (Of course I didn't UNDERSTAND anything on the second one, about blogging & all that terminology, but it DID give me pause to remember, once again, how much time & effort you all PUT into your wonderful blogs… and once again, I THANK YOU!!!~~~~ KNOW, without a doubt, you'll have a wonderful, pleasurable trip!!! Well-deserved, kiddo!!! (P.S. The LAST time a DEAR, DEAR, longtime friend joined me at the beach, we started talking & walked… and walked… and walked & had sooo much fun… and ENDED UP about 2 MILES from home, straight down the beach!!! SOOOOO, you just MAY want to bring CAB FARE if yer going with some "BESTEST GIRLFRIENDS"! Grins!)~ Love, Linda *