It was dark when I left the house this morning and just a sliver of moon was shining in the sky....
...but almost an hour later as I was getting close to the market the sun rose up like a big fiery red ball from behind the mountains...
I knew it would be a beautiful morning at the flea market!
I met Deanna, my friend from Gather in Ivoryton, CT and she had something special for me...
This is an old lab table from Yale....the apron on the other side has a 51 stenciled on it.
...apparently it was shared by two university students...
This is a shot of the top of the table...it has a burn mark...actually a hole in it and the black paint on top seems to be coated with a layer of wax...
...it appears to have gotten a lot of use.
Mr. Flea wants to know what I am going to use it for now.
I have no idea!
...a few other finds I picked up this morning...that is a compact in the front and the birds are salt and pepper shakers...
...an old Eastman pen holder...
... a stylish vintage feather hat and an old hotel key...
... some old laundry pins and a brass needle case...
...a wonderful old receipt book with a marbled paper cover...
...it dates from 1872...
...an instruction manual and music for an Estey Organ...
These are interesting and something I haven't seen before.
They are old zinc and brass templates from a photographer's studio.
...used for portraits...
...lots of vintage lace...
...the sweetest wedding cake topper...
...and a winsome and charming wedding veil and wreath...
...with delicate wax flowers...
I will show more pictures from this weekend's adventures later on in the week...
... found some lovely linens and other treasures that you will enjoy...
Just a few more posts and 52 Flea will hit the 400 posts mark...
Still trying to figure out what to Give - Back this time...
... to one of my blog friends...one lucky winner...
Should it be the new edition of Jeanne D'Arc Living?
Maybe some old lace?
Maybe something special from the French brocante?
Any suggestions? What would you like to win?
I will be posting the details soon!
Hope your weekend was full of fun and that the week ahead brings all good things!
:)
Great finds!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you found some really sweet things. I love that old hotel key! The beautiful old cake topper and wedding veil, well i'm speechless.
ReplyDeleteOh lovely finds! Great table was made for you! How cool 400 posts!!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Lisa
You sure did get a lot of goodies! I laughed at the comment your hubby made, asking what you plan on doing with the table:) My fiance asks me that all the time, I just say I don't know...yet.
ReplyDeleteWow! I want to tag along to that flea market. These are terrific finds. It's fun to see what yo found. And almost 400 posts. Amazing! I've just a beginner at all this. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteWOW....a fabulous weekend...great finds..beautiful lace and the table that was made for you! 400 posts...crazy isn't it....I personally am so happy that you post this much and bring such joy to so many!
ReplyDeleteHappy Sunday xOxO Nerina
Some day I want to go flea marketing with you.
ReplyDeleteYou find the very best stuff ever!!
The cake topper is beautiful!!
Love everything else as well.
Thanks for your sweet comments, as always.
I will give Jake a hug from you!!
Have a great evening,
Rosemary
Okay, these finds are amazing!!
ReplyDeleteWhere are you shopping, HEAVEN???
Amy
You found all this stuff!? What a great day!
ReplyDeleteWorth getting up before sunrise!
Diane
Ok , I got it. We could never go shopping together. Love all your finds, specially the cake toper and the vintage lace. I hoard lace and buttons among other things. Love your blog look and your finds. Come and visit sometimes, blessings, Marta.
ReplyDeleteWow so many great finds! I love the wedding cake topper, I can just imagine how beautiful the cake was at the wedding so many years ago. Thanks for sharing, Theresa
ReplyDeleteBeautiful things and how fun for you and the #52 desk! But, my favorite is that wedding cake topper! Just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYou must have fabulous flea markets where you live, the old lace is exquisite, that would be on top of my wishlist.
ReplyDeletewonderful finds!!!
ReplyDeleteWorth getting out early for...isnt it fun!
ARE YOU SERIOUS???? Oh my word! I have ALWAYS wanted a lab table!! Dunno why -- just do. Can you even believe it has "your" number on it, too... Ahhh.. serendipity. ;)
ReplyDeleteGreat finds!!
Ruth
Great finds! I love those laundry pins!! and what fantastic lace....
ReplyDeleteLaura,
ReplyDeleteI see that you are thoroughly enjoying retirement! Love the table...perfect & fun. So many special & unique findings...the hotel key, laundry pins and books are my favorites.
hmmm..anything industrial, metal or numbers works for me. congrats on your soon to be 400th post! wow...i have a long way to go to reach that milestone.
judi ;)
the1829farmhouse.blogspot.com
Laura that table is fantastic, at least glue would peel off, so it could be a craft table......although it is too nice maybe...
ReplyDeleteI love your vintage key and the lace....you have some gorgeous pieces!!!!
Have a great week, 400 posts, wow, that is amazing!
I am getting close to 200 but it seems like it is taking forever!
Hugs,
Margaret B
Pitter patter more like boom boom goes my heart over your delicious finds....hope you can make the market it would be so great to meet you in person!
ReplyDelete{{gypsy hugs}}
Beth
Great finds! Yep...went to Scott's myself this morning! Wasn't lucky enough to find a beautiful compact like yours, but was able to find some rust!
ReplyDeleteThat's what I like....Roses and Rust!
Merri (aka...MyLittleCornerOfGeorgia)
LOVE the lace you found...it is gorgeous. Have a wonderful week. deb
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful treasures....im lovin the vintage lace and wedding cake topper.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Alecia
Great finds! I'll let you choose what to giveaway. I trust you! I won a giveaway today so I'm still on cloud 9!
ReplyDeleteenjoy your week.
OH my gosh Laura...these are some seriously gorgeous finds! My heart would be skippin' beats- I can't even pick a favorite! And what a sweet find your friend made for you!!
ReplyDeletewould the paris hotel key happen to be for sale ... i would love to purchase it ... perty perty please???
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful bunch of goodies you found.
ReplyDeleteDebby
MOI!!!MOI!!!MOI!!!S'il te plait!!!!!!!Ton blog est incroyable!!!Sue
ReplyDeleteN'oublie pas que je voudrais avoir/acheter un petit panier et verre de toi..................merci!Sue
ReplyDeleteYou got some great finds. I guess the early bird does get the worm!
ReplyDeleteOh what a wonderful bunch of goodies, the table with the 52 on it, the keys and pins. The list goes on and on, I am drooling at all of these precious finds. The lace... OH MY GOODNESS, give that away and pick me:) Have a blessed day my friend! HUGS!
ReplyDeleteI am in love with the hotel key... What a haul.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Shelley
Wow....just WOW! Lovely - each and every one.
ReplyDeleteOhhhh so many fantastic things you found on the market. And the sun that rose up just before you went there was a good sign I think.
ReplyDeleteWell, all these treasures sets my heart on fire. The old books, the old laundry pins - but my absolute favourites are the old vintage laces. My gosh......... They just take my breath away! So beautiful.
You wondered what kind of things we would like to see on your give-away and I just say one thing - OLD LACES *big smile*
Now I wish you a wonderful day and thank you so much for the inspiration.
Hugs from Mia in Sweden
Tes trouvailles me font toujours envie.
ReplyDeleteDes bises de Provence
Manon
Dear Laura
ReplyDeleteYou're on a roll... love all your wonderful finds.. but mostly.. love your dear friends that brought you such a special gift... large gift!! haha... but fabulous gift with wonderful history... boy.. i think you should make that you new desk for your new life!!! As for the give away.. whatever makes you happy dear Laura.. but i think a little brocante never went astray!!! hahaha... have a great week xxx Julie
O Laura...........
ReplyDeleteBeautiful things and how fun for you that 52 desk!!!!!!!!........... But, my favorite is that ................hotel key.........can you send it to nederland??? i really whan tot by that !! is that possible?? let me know...........make me happy !!!............have a great monday my dear! hugs from me....................xxxx
ooohhh that lace is just heavenly & i would be one happy lady with that husband & wife cake topper sitting watching me in my kitchen- seriously gorgeous finds- lucky gal- & congrats for nearly 400!!!
ReplyDeleteMelissa
http://misssewandso.blogspot.com
HAHAHAHAHAHA hoeveel zakken heb je meenemen naar huis ????;)... Ik zie de heer Flea's wenkbrauwen gaan omhoog :)..... zij geen idee hebben die mannen;).
ReplyDeleteJe moet wel erg blij met al deze schatten, ben je net als ik?? Ik heb altijd op te raken, te wrijven .... draaien rond en rond ....: D. ....
Geniet ervan!
Groeten
Lynda
What wonderful finds! My fav's are the photo plates, the laundry pins and all that beautiful lace. I'd say you did pretty darn good at finding some amazing treasures!!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome blog ... and day of plundering, with great finds! Love the bird salt & pepper shakers, the old photographer's templates, marble-covered journal, lace, oh my [heart thumping out of chest]. You found some wonderful treasures!
ReplyDeleteI just discovered you in "Somerset Life," and look forward to 'following along' with you here, and discovering more of your great finds and experiences. Beautiful photography here, also! Thank you for sharing, and allowing me this opportunity to get to you, Laura! Happy Monday ~~ Jeanne
Love your great finds, and your lovely photos of them! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful treasures...great picking!!
ReplyDeleteAll these are real treasures........
ReplyDeleteYou lucky one...;))
Fine week
That table was meant to be yours! You found some fantastic things out there, so fun!
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog...loving it so far.
WONDERFUL FINDS! DOES'T JUST MAKE YOUR DAY!
ReplyDeleteThe table is perfect! Beautiful finds...
ReplyDeleteWhat great finds! I love the table and that lace - ooh la la!!!
ReplyDelete.... Que bonita Compras Soo! Me ha encantado TODO, felicidades .. Por los Hallazgos
ReplyDeleteun abrazo, Olga
Fantastic finds!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for you kind words, they are well appreciated.
Nina/ Tempa Perdu
Dreamy finds...I WANT TO SHOP WITH YOU!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the photo brass plates they are great to use when you need the trace that perfect oval.
I will be back and sorry for droooling :)
~Dore~
*gasping for air* W O W
ReplyDeleteEach find is gorgeous. The lace..love it. The pepper and salt birds..love it even more.
And that table is fantastic. And don´t get me started on the hotelkey!
I want to be adopted by you and mr. Flea. Seriously! ;-)))
A big hug, Jeannette
LAURA, DID YOU GO TO THE ELEPHANTS TRUNK? I CAN'T WAIT TO GET THERE THIS YEAR. SAME OLD GOOD STUFF, I SEE :) GIO
ReplyDeleteloving the receipt book :)
ReplyDeleteHow fun to find a table with your number on it. You can always use it sort out your finds.
ReplyDeleteThe photo plates are really neat.
Hi Laura!
ReplyDeleteWow, that's some incredible stuff there, girl!
I love that feather hat and the bird salt and pepper shakers!
Thank you so much for your comments on my last post, I really do value your feedback!
Have a wonderful week!
Anne
Oh what great finds..I love the kiey and wow--that cake topper is very special! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteYou always have the best finds!! I think one of your finds, no matter what, is a better prize than let's say the JDL magazine, that can be bought by everyone!
ReplyDeleteHave fun with your finds!
What awesome finds! I love all of the old lace and the receipt book...everything I love.
ReplyDeleteJane
Hi Laura!
ReplyDeleteI figured out how to do this!!!! How did I miss that receipt book from the 1800's? Hope you enjoy the desk, I thought the comment was great to use it to start your business. Loved the link to brocantess.