Oh, you didn’t realize there were hazards of yardsaling??
I guess I didn’t share this in my newspaper interview, but there are definitely hazards involved when you decide to get out there and yardsale as much as I do. Case in point. I went out to those 2 estate sales last Friday, found those fun things, and was going to let that be all for the weekend. I was minding my own business, coming home from the gym on Saturday a.m. around 10:00 a.m. when most things should be gone already and spied a yardsale sign near my neighborhood. I’ve had good luck in this neighborhood many times, so had to stop and check it out. Their signs weren’t marked very well, so I literally had to HUNT it down (they did have the street address listed on the one sign I did see), so eventually I found it. Looked around and picked up a couple of Ann Taylor blouses for 50 cents each and then I spied it….this black and white damask king comforter with 2 shams…from Target (she even had it in the original bag)….marked at $20. I offered her $15 and she took it on the spot. $15 people, gently used!
So, are you getting the hazard part yet? You see, I had no business buying a new comforter set. I have 2 spare bedrooms and they are completed outfitted already with all sorts of linens and fabrics. I just shared the granny room with ya’ll recently and it’s the only one with a king bed. So what’s a girl to do? You can see that this goes with NOTHING in the room right now.
You see, I could really have fun with this comforter set and change up the WHOLE look in here, as I mentioned when I did that post. And I can justify it by being thrifty about how I go about doing this and look for other things at yardsales that can coordinate with it. I can also sort of justify it because I’ve had most all this current bedding for more than 5 years. Does justification ever come knocking on your door?
AND I can always try to sell come of my current things on Ebay OR I know I could sell the damask on Ebay too. No doubt about that! But, you know I’d really love to keep this and have fun with it. Oh, the possibilities! I’d have fun deciding just what paint color I’d like to use in here. One thing that I know won’t work is the chair I got from the Salvation Army. That definitely won’t work with it, a slipcover would be in order…so do I let that stop me? Hubby knows nothing about this yet either.
Oh, and that first pic up there of the aqua bedroom with the damask came from a Photobucket album of inspiration pics, so I have no idea where it originated. Pretty, isn’t it? Do I want to be this trendy…I dunno. I know there are a lot of black and white damask rooms out there in blogland and I do love them.
Stay tuned…I haven’t completely decided yet, but you can imagine what I might do, can’t you?
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Go for it!! It’s awesome. 🙂
Keep it for now Rhoda….if you don’t use it you can always sell it cause it is a classic color and design. Yeah, I know all about that change your mind thing….it drives me nuts!
Painters coming Thursday for kitchen and I’m still not decided on paint color. Narrowed down to Latte, Burlap and Gobi Desert. I will have to decide today b/c got to get the paint tomorrow afternoon for Thurs. a.m.!
Wish me luck!
Judy
What an amazing find. Now that is worth the hunt.
Boy I saw that coming… It would have happened to me too. What’s a gal to do… I think I know what I would do. Cant wait to see what you decide… Hmmmmm. I know it will be good!
Mornin Rhoda, I know you of all people don’t need my 2 cents, but ok…I say change the room. You have alot of black and white in your house and this new damask would carry that color right on through….I can’t wait to see what you do!!! Nancy
What's a gal to do….Great find! I love the aqua & black together. I actually have a similar set in twin size that I got for a guest room….. I haven't got to that yet.
Generally men don't get it,(the redecorating thing), but us girls do!
Have fun, Hugs, DebraK
It looks great with the aqua walls. I wouldn’t have thought of that myself. Save it, if you don’t use it in your own home, one of your future clients might appreciate it.
Karen
Oh I say go for it! I love the inspiration room, and I know you can totally do this. 🙂
I love it! Last month, while my husband and I were trotting all around North AL going to antique malls and flea markets, we came across this beautiful tiger oak bed, needing a little love but complete with footboard and side rails. $40.00. Did we need another bed? Well, we got it anyway! I have some pics in my blog…
Wow, Rhoda, what a great deal. You can send it my way and I will put it to good use.LOL
We were in your neck of the woods on Sunday. My family had a family reunion at the Homewood Senior Center. My aunt lives in Homewood and she volunteers at the center. It was great fun. I was amazed at how much Bessemer and Alabaster have grown up. I have not been there in several years.
What a DEAL! I’m quite jealous!!! :o) I, for one, love the photobucket photo you posted. The wall color, the bedding… kind of reminds me of the colors I used in my daughter’s room! :o)I had no idea I was being trendy…I just liked it!
You are too funny! Your mind is working like mine does—dang it, it’s just HARD to pass up a bargain that has such potential! I love your comforter and I know you will do something awesome with it. I enjoyed your recent estate sale post, too. Oh, and I just wanted to say “Thanks” for organizing your favorite thrifty share last week. That was so much fun and I met so many terrific new bloggers, too! Great idea!
Wow! You got a steal!
Hi Rhoda,
I love your new find. If you don’t want it later, I’m sure you’ll be able to sell it.
Target has great looking stuff at a reasonable price but getting that for 20 bucks was a great buy.
I have a cabinet I bought that I thought about painting…but after I got it in the house and cleaned it up…I’m not so sure. If you get a chance drop by and give me your opinion. I have lots of respect for your thoughts!
Have a great day…it’s rainy here…a good day for piddling around inside and whatever!
diane
One think always leads to another around here Rhoda. I justified the new dining room paint color, because it’s been five years since it was painted LA Gold3.
I say hang on to the comforter and see what inspires you!
BTW, I found my paint color at SW, last Saturday. I have a poster board painted and taped to the wall for observation in different light. We both say, it’s a keeper!
Did you see that freudian slip in my comment above??? One THINK always leads to another. Yep…that is soooo true! Funny what the subconscious will do, isn’t it?
So, if you think it’s too much to take on, let me know. I’ll meet you for lunch in Hoover and I’ll take it off your hands for you. I have a lovely cork/dijon colored bedroom that this would look lovely in.
Just an idea…. 🙂
— Brandi
Girl, I know exactly how you feel! I go to yard sales every Sat. and I always see things I want and that would require a whole redo. I have a Waverly set (comforter, bedskirt, shams, curtains) right now in my attic that I got at a yard sale because I couldn’t resist it. I figure I’ll use it sometime in one of my bedrooms when I’m ready for a change. Keep the set – it is gorgeous! You’ll use it someday!
Awwww…why didn’t you use my aqua and damask bedroom pic, I’m sad! 😉
That bedroom is pretty! And so classic. My room is more light and airy…and my camera is not the best, it actually looks nicer than the pics depict…but if anyone wants the look on a budget, make sure to check out my blog and then it links to my RMS page and that lists where to buy everything…although I didn’t pay $15 for my comforter set! WOW! You rock it out, Rhoda!
Bella 🙂
I see a re-do coming on. I would sit on it awhile. It could end up pillows in your backyard or maybe a new client might need it. The possibilities are endless. 🙂