The Junk

This past weekend, we ventured out to the country for the semi-annual Antique Alley antique sale and flea market. We didn't go to the spring sale this year since I was too busy packing up the house and didn't need to store more stuff. Now that we're moved into a bigger house, I need to start filling it up!

Here are my finds.

The floral fabric is actually vintage barkcloth curtains that will be hung in my craft room. I bought the two sewing patterns because I don't have any of hats and I thought the ice skating outfit was quite unique and would be great for a Christmas display.

I bought a bag full of the chandelier crystals, along with some old lace pieces, buckles, and little posy bouquet.

I found this set of Rudolph cake pans from one dealer. I got the bag of vintage tinsel garland for $1. I bought the scratched silver plate spoon because it has our monogram.

When I saw this box of vintage Christmas cards, I was a little disappointed that someone thought it was necessary to tape it closed with packing tape.

But then I opened the box and saw these two cuties and I didn't even care what the rest of the cards looked like!

This sweet planter will be used in next year's Easter Parade.

I bought this chippy wooden bench for our entryway, but it may end up on the front landing. It would look great with pumpkins and mums for fall. (Yes, I still have boxes all over the house that we have not unpacked, along with furniture just piled up.)

These photos were taken in my garage, so they aren't the greatest, but I had to show off this fabulous pulley I bought. I think we'll hang a light fixture from it in the kitchen. (I bought another, smaller pulley and the hook shown here at another sale last weekend.)

I don't have any idea what the original use for this piece was - the bottom is completely open. It is going to be a funky light fixture in the new kitchen area. The hook on top is perfect!

I also bought a great, very tall wooden ladder that we will lean on the tallest living room wall once that room is painted. I bought a small chippy luggage rack from one dealer, and then found the perfect tray to top it from another. It now sits in the downstairs bath to hold magazines and what-nots.

And finally, Husband HAD to stop at the apple kool-aid store, which happens to be right next to Anthropology. These cuties were calling my name as soon as I walked in the door. I can't wait until our kitchen is updated so I can display them.

We had a full weekend and have plans for another one this week. Hopefully I'll be able to share some pics of the house renovation soon.
 
 

Antique Alley

We spent a sweltering first day of fall this past Saturday at one of our favorite antique/junk festivals - Antique Alley. It runs for more than 15 miles between small towns out in the country. Here are a few pics of what was for sale.

I didn't buy a lot. I think I spent about $30 total. I came home with a couple old cupcake tins, seam binding, vintage sequin setter, old linens and lace, and some great ephemera.

My biggest purchase was this old child's chalkboard. I think I'll put a holiday message on it and hang it in my living room.

Weekend Treasures

On Saturday, we went to my favorite annual antique fair - Antique Alley, from Cleburne to Granview, TX. Here are the treasures that came home with me.

Old wallpaper, school tablets, dress patterns, lace, cards, and shoes (already in my mantel vignette).

Antlers (for Christmas decorating) and divided drawers (for storing craft supplies).

Large turtle shell, old book, knives, and small Christmas ornament (perfect for holiday swaps).

I didn't bring home a lot, but I love all the treasures that I found. I'm already using the old wallpaper on some cards.