Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Rainy Day Treasure



There was more to be found in addition to the cigar box treasures at this rainy weekend sale...



I love this pair of opera glasses...bought for a fraction of their value...



Always attracted to these Cornishware bowls...I had to bring them home with me...



Great books at only fifty cents a piece...



I was happy to find some gardening titles for my collection...



Two old brass keys, a pair of change purses and a black Victorian bow...



A bit of pretty blue bling... earrings for 25 cents...



Another bargain book which is as interesting on the inside as the cover appears...



Crochet hooks and thread in brilliant blues and green...

Despite the rain...it was a successful treasure hunting weekend...
I was able to find some bargains, catch up and visit with my girlfriend and bring home a few goodies to add to my collections and art supplies...
Thanks for coming along!
:) Laura

23 comments:

Carole said...

wow you've broken your own record of $1 items....good job finding the bargains! Glad you had a good time. Thanks for wishing me sunny days. I think it's raining tomorrow but you know I never mind!
Keep a little sunshine in your heart!
Carole

Anonymous said...

every girl needs time away just like you laura. good time with a bud, good prices, good treasures, good thoughts,good eats and to get revived. good for you. Bestest,Denise

Chandra said...

I just found your blog...yay! I so adore it and can't wait for the next post! Yummy deliciousness...

Julie Marie said...

Hello Laura, such wonderful treasures! I have a pair of opera glasses that I love, mine are Chevalier from Paris and I got them at a fraction of the cost these days too... I have had mine for some time, I see the price is skyrocketing now! I wish I could shop where you do! Bisous... Julie Marie

Brocante said...

Lovely things - for almost no money. That is what hunting is all bout.

Pysselpalatset said...

Nice treasures, nice finds... And the opera-glases i marvolus.... have a nice day i oktober.. Jeanette

Bonjade said...

Oh such lovely treasures you find.....
And such a nice price. The first one is georgeous......I love the shiny look.
Nice day

savvycityfarmer said...

been seein' your name everywhere, now I know why ...your great eye!!!

Theresa said...

It is hard to pick a favorite from all these goodies, Love the keys and change purses, the earrings-wow and I always head for the books:) Have a blessed day.

Floss said...

Incredible finds, Laura! The books were SOOO cheap - what was the vendor thinking?

Angie @ thejunkranch said...

What great books for a steal...I love wonderful old books too!

Suzy's Vintage Attic said...

Hello Laura

I can't believe what wonderful bargains you have found! My Aunt had a very similar pair of opera glasses. The book covers are so detailed and beautiful! Your house must be such a joy to live in, full of treasures!
Isabelle x

Candy said...

Well you have me drooling over the wonderful finds. What a great price on the fabulous books. Would love to see some pages from the 'Wild Flowers Every Child Should Know'
Happy Wednesday Blessings ;-)

Peonies & Magnolias said...

Great way to spend a rainy day and wonderful treasures you found. Love those opera glasses.

Sandy

cindy@cottage instincts said...

There is loveliness all over this blog :o) Fantastic finds...I'll live vicariously thru you as there's never any good flea markets around my neck of the woods. And hey, I'm a new follower!
peace.

The Lazy Peacock said...

what amazing finds! that must have been some sale - I wish we had sales that great around here. the opera glasses are gorgeous, and the books are beautiful too!

KarenB said...

Wow! You really know how to find treasures! I love the opera glasses, keys, purses and bow, and the crochet thread/hooks. Very lovely!

Rosemary said...

Laura,
Sounds and looks like the perfect weekend of treasure hunting. Who cares if it's raining with treasures like that!!
Yay for you,
Rosemary

jade said...

Oh Laura, you always find the most lovely treasures!!!!! Everything is soooo beautiful - the opera glass is really great!!!!

Have a wonderful day, Hugs Jade

Gro said...

Oh dear! So many nice things! I love old books, and have a little collection of old antique bibles among other old books! I enjoyed reading/looking in your blog - hugs from Gro in Norway!

WIZARD OF ONCE WAS "WooW" said...

Hi Laura,
I can't believe that I haven't visited you for such a long time! I went back over your past posts and wow have I missed so much! I love your flea market finds..especially the religious metals! What treasures..I'll be back again soon
My Best
Gale

sue said...

Your last 3 posts are killing me. I need to move up there....

Lora said...

Good stuff... of course I love the earrings and the books are great too.