Consigning

So I've read on other blogs that do surveys and such, that you all like to see what we buy at thrift stores, consignment stores, or flea markets, so I thought I'd show you what I've picked up in several different consignment stores since the new year began. I'll tell you the prices on the items I can remember, not to brag, but because I always like to see what people pay so I can determine whether or not I pay too much for comparable items.

I'm assuming these are spice jars, but I know they are old because of the feel of the glass. I paid a quarter a piece, so $3 total. I'm thinking of using them to hold glitter; however, I do wish they had holes (like a salt & pepper shaker) for that.

Believe it or not, I am not a "cow collector", but when I saw this pair of salt & pepper shakers ($6 for the pair), I couldn't resist their sweet faces. I think they're saying "eat more chicken!"

Speaking of salt & pepper shakers, if you remember back to my Christmas Santa collection, then you'll totally understand why these came home with me. I don't remember their price, but it was probably about the same as the cows.

You might have also figured out that I am tenderhearted. And I have a "rabbit problem" too. So, this cookie jar came home with me. Now, I don't think the mama is too pretty, but we know she can't help it. ;O) Her kids are what got me. They just look so mischievous that I knew they were calling my name. I don't remember what I paid for this, but it wasn't much either, because I was not "in love" with it.

I don't know why I've had a thing for ugly rabbits lately, but I brought him home too. I do an Easter tablescape with a few vintage rabbits and chicks, so I think I really bought him for that. Again, don't remember the price, but it wouldn't have been much!

As evidenced in my Christmas Present 2008 post, I have a "crystal problem" too...which I thought I had recovered from, but apparently, I haven't. I picked this etched crystal bowl up for $5.99, before tax. I wish I had some kind of big red hearts to put in it for Valentine's Day, but I'm still searching...

If I haven't told you before, my decorating style is "mixed up"...to put it nicely, or I guess some would say eclectic. It's a mix of traditional, country and tropical. Is that messed up or what? Well, this vase fits in with the tropical style. I think it was $9, and it's old...but not real old.

Now this thing, I hemmed and hawed about for months trying to decide if I like it, or if it's ugly. Then along came some magazine that showed them going for alot of money (either $40 or $70...but more than I'd pay). Then I went to Tuesday Morning and saw an apple one painted in burgundy and gold, similar to Royal Copenhagen, I believe?. I picked it up and it was over $100. I could not get it back on the shelf fast enough!! To be honest, I still don't know if I like it. Would you all please leave me a comment and tell me whether you think it's ugly or not? I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR OPINION. It had been like $15, and I got them to come down to $7.15 because it had sat there for several months. My friends husband told her one time that sometimes there is a reason things are "on sale"....implying they're reduced because they're ugly...hmmmmm.........................I think it's cute in a retro kind of way...I think.

And finally, this has to be one of my favorite finds....these 2 wire thingie dingies (I don't know what their official name is), but I paid $13 something for the 2 of them.

And I was one happy MAMA QUEEN! Thanks for stopping by today to look at my treasures!

***** I'm headed out of town for a few days to meet some fellow bloggers, so I won't be visiting again until Sunday, but I'll be sure to catch up with you ALL when I return! LOL & have a wonderful weekend. We're finally thawing out in the South!