Wednesday, January 28, 2015

I Couldn't Resist

After the fun finds I scored in the lunchtime picking, I couldn't resist going back on Saturday to see what I could find without a deadline.  I still wasn't inclined to spend hours there so this is what I came up with in about 90 minutes.  That big beige thing in the back is a square lampshade.  I love the shape and it looks good enough for a make-over.  Laurie, the honeycomb bells are in the Ethel box.
I found another Starline suitcase.  It isn't as small as a train case but what I would call an overnight bag.  This one is in worse shape but I still think I will be able to rescue it.
A pretty vintage tin and some wooden spools I need like a hole in the head.  I am going to have to list some because I can't get the lid on the jar anymore.  I am so much better at finding than I am at listing.
More Shiny Brite ornaments and a big pile of silver and gold leaves.
Play money and game pieces.  That is a self-healing cutting mat under them.  I picked that up for the son.  He isn't a crafter but he likes to tinker with things.
Another little Dennison "book" to add to my collection and a beautiful Westmorland milk glass vase. Sorry about the way it washed out in the photo. That book under the bell isn't old.  It is one of those storage boxes like Michael's sells.  I figured it would come in handy for something and the prices are right at The Bins.
I grabbed a box filled with repro Victoria-style die-cut Christmas ornaments because a few of this style were in the box.  They seem to be made of wax.  Does anyone know anything about them?
This is one of my favorite finds.  It is a little 3-ring binder filled with typed song lyrics and prayers.  I opened it to this page.  Those of you who are of a certain age may remember taking birthing classes and having a "labor song".  This Old Man was my song.  I am tone deaf and can't carry tune to save myself but I belted this one out for couple of hours - LOL!  When I had my second child there was no time for singing.  I am sure the nurses were grateful!
Even though I have dozens of patterns waiting to be checked and listed, I can't pass up ones like this.  All except the one in the upper right are for doll clothes.  They are not dated but the style of the envelopes makes me think 1940s.  Imagine, the little girl who's mother was making these doll clothes for is now a Grandma herself, or more likely a Great Grandmother.  I love when things like this survive and can be passed along to someone who can continue to enjoy them!

13 comments:

oldgreymareprimitives said...

Where in the world do you store all this stuff waiting to list?

diane said...

1. You find the neatest things ... and 2. do you have a room dedicated to storing your treasures?? LOL
diane @ thoughts & shots

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

The doll clothes patters look amazing...oh my! What precious little designs. And I love the book with the lyrics and songs. Great finds my friend. I better check your shop! Hugs, Diane

Kim@Snug Harbor said...

I can't wait to see what you do with the lampshade and the suitcase.

Curtains in My Tree said...


Yes I am a lady of certain age and remember This Old Man LOL
I was going to say your must have a huge shed or out building to pack all your great finds in?
I did the same thing for 40 years and that is why I am just selling things out of my house and basement and garage and out shed LOL trying to de clutter
I have even been known to give away items

Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures said...

It's all your fault if I get that song stuck in my head all day. What a precious find. Looks like you found lots of fun goodies to sort through. I'm with you...much better at finding than listing.

Annette said...

What an interesting mix of stuff. That binder is a fun find. I can't wait to see what you do with the lamp shade.

laurie -magpie ethel said...

Love that bell making its way to the Ethel bag. Thanks! I bought nothing at the bins today...I just don't have the patience for digging there.

vintage grey said...

Sweet finds! Love the suitcase and the little binder of songs! So cute!! Happy day to you! xo Heather

The Junque Seeker said...

More great finds! The doll clothes patterns always make me happy. I started machine sewing when I was about six, and made doll clothes until I was in my twenties. I still have quite a few patterns, but no longer have the patience!

Annette said...

I love the little book with songs. I remember singing that one as a kid. Now I must, must get to those bins because you found game pieces!! The first time I went I found nothing but they had just opened. Now I am going again!! Great finds!!

Laurie said...

I think this old man was the first song I learned in nursery school! memories! i love those silver and gold leaves! You always find the best stuff, sigh.

Maureen said...

Cool finds! Love the little bluebird!