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Even though I'm fairly new to the world of thrifting, it didn't take me long to discover that it's "hit and miss" with thrifting. Some trips to the Goodwill are fruitful and some not so much. Lucky for me, my recent trip to the Goodwill was a hit.
I've got definite plans for the goodies I brought home...all of which are in the process of getting spray paint make-overs.
The 3-tier shelf was $3.79. It was off white and covered with rust. I washed it down good, sanded over the rust areas, and gave it a fresh new coat of paint. We'll be redoing 2 bathrooms soon and I thought this might be nice in one of them. For now, I've got it in one of the bathrooms, sitting on the back of the toilet.
Not bad for $3.79 wouldn't you say!? It's now a dark color and goes great with the dark new hardware that's already been put on the cabinets.
As far as my other goodies, I spray painted the candle holders black...thinking ahead for Halloween! The red wire hanger will soon be white. Won't it be cute to use for different types of ornaments for holidays such as Easter, Christmas, Halloween, or Valentine's Day! And last but not least, I've got some fun plans for the plate. I liked the plate because it has pre-made holes in the back so that it can be hung from ribbon. Believe it or not, you can spray paint plates and I gave it a once over today. I'll be sure and post a picture of the plate project when I'm finished.
So there you have it, my Thrifty Thursday finds. Hope your latest thrifting trips have been as fruitful as mine.
31 comments:
Hi Linda! How is my friend? I love your deals! That shelf, and what you did with it....to cute! thanks for playing!
Ok...you have seriouly inspired me today! I think I smell a trip to Goodwill in the very near future. Love all your treasures and how you've transformed them!
what great finds....i really need to go see if i can find anything half as cool!
Good Morning Miz Linda,
You certainly hit the jackpot on your recent GW trip! I love the three tier shelf thing. It looks great with your birds on it *smiles*
Great find!! Love the new paint color.
Linda I have always envied someone who could look at something that isn't much and transform it into something fantastic. You are one of those people! I love the stand in the bathroom and I'll be waiting to see what you do with the rest! Hugs, Loretta
Your shelf turned out so well. Fabulous finds.
very nice finds
I need you to come and help me! I just have so much trouble seeing a new life for things.
Great thrifty finds! I love that little shelf. I could definitely use something similar in my little bathroom.
$3.79??? Seriously??? What a steal! I love what you've done with it!
Are you kidding me??!?!??! WOW! These are great finds! I LOVE the shelf! I guess it's time for me to make my stop to our local Goodwill! Thanks for sharing your great deals with us!
Ooooh, I'm totally in love with the red hanger thingy. You could tie family photos with a bit of ribbon and hang them on the tree, too. I love the red, but that's my color LOL
Great Thrifty finds!
You have some great things there and way to go in prepping for Halloween. I'm in the Fall mode already, too! ;-)
I am very impressed with all of your purchases and what you've done with them!!
I love a good bargain and think I may start trying to hit thrift stores and garage sales soon.
Good job Linda!!!
I've learned something today. I didn't know you could spray paint dishes. I love your finds!
You found some great fines. I am looking for a little shelf like that for my bathroom redo.
Is the red hookey thing a hanging plant stand?
Such cute finds.
Love your finds! It's great to see the before and after photos too...spray paint is truly magical!
Carrie
I love what you did with the 3-tier shelf. PERFECT!
Very impressive. You have a good eye! THe shelf and the bird touches are terrific. Now where did I put that old shelf of mine......
Great deals! I especially love that shelf...looks great painted dark. Anxious to see your plate makeover! I'm itching to try that myself and I've bought a few plates to do so. = )
Man you go! You are getting so good at this Thrifty shopping. Your going to run out of room & have to buy a bigger house soon!!
thrifty, fun, and great finished products, linda!!!
much love,
dani xxx
Hello Friend :)
YES I still IRON and I like to!!! I iron the same things that you do.
Good finds at the thrift store...it is SO MUCH FUN...it's very addicting!! The shelf is perfect in the bathroom and I didn't know you could spray paint plates..Thanks for that info..
Have a great weekend...do you have Monday off??
Can't wait to see more of your after's.
Warmly,
Deb :)
Wow, you have some wonderful finds there. I love what you did with the white stand. Looks great. I am working on a spray painting a platter right now. Is is amazing what you can do with paint. Love the red stand too.
Wow, you have some wonderful finds there. I love what you did with the white stand. Looks great. I am working on a spray painting a platter right now. Is is amazing what you can do with paint. Love the red stand too.
Holy cow! You REALLY DID find some treasures!!! I LOVE that shelf you found! LUCKY!
so yesterday i was out and about and decided to go to our goodwill store...for the first time ever (thanks to your inspirations!)... there were racks and racks of clothing that i really couldnt find any rhyme or reason (order, sizes?) to and i really didnt have a TON of time to browse as i had a lot of stops on my list of things to get done....BUT i did manage to find two skirts....for 3$ a piece!!! how awesome is that!! i will have to go back when i have a little more time!
Ah, the power of spray paint! I love the transformation it can make, though I hate the way my hand feels crippled after too much time spent spraying.
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