Backing up a few days first.....floors sanded and ready to go. I have a taste of living like a hoarder with the cat's dish and litter box in my bedroom and the overflow of furnishing
Also a bit of retail therapy for me. I hit some antique and consignment shops locally as well as headed to Lancaster County PA for some shopping. Got some great deals on some things, 10% knocked off others and bartered $20 off another. Some I might have paid too much for, but definitely got steals on others so overall I was a winner. Starting left to right......cute maple end table/night stand for $30, a Martha Washington sewing stand which I negotiated $20 off, some accessories, a wrought iron floor lamp, in front of the bench a chalkboard for my kitchen, the distressed bench and a J. P. Coats cabinet for 10% off.
A couple of colorful pieces for accent and had to snag the buttons for the Rosewood Manor Barnwood Buttons 'next up' stitching piece.
Love the bench.....originally thought I'd use it as a coffee table but really like the look of it on my front porch. If I were to paint door and shutters black next summer it will tie this piece to the porch for sure.
The J. P. Coats cabinet I am sure it not authentic but I do believe it is old or at least constructed with older wood and I did pay less than asking price. I buy what appeals to me regardless of age and I didn't want the regret of not buying this like the one I let slip through my hands a few years ago. I hope to line the drawers with felt and I know I can make good use of it.
Last bargain, the wrought iron floor lamp for $35. Not a particular fan of the beaded shade but I can work on that.
So that's me this week. Minor stitching done. I seem to have slowed to a snails pace on that front with no stitching today for me. Dust and clutter is everywhere. I hope to put things back in the two hall closets today which will alleviate some of the mess in my bedroom and sooth my soul a bit. have promised myself to use an honest and critical eye when returning items to each closet. Hopefully that yard sale/Goodwill pile will grow today!
Everything looks great! Isn't it fun to change things around once in a while? I love all of your antique store finds. Finding a treasure in one of those places always makes me happy.
ReplyDeleteCathy
CraftyCat
What wonderful treasures you found! I really like your bench and the oval mirror with bird. Your floors look fabulous. Enjoy the rest of the weekend!
ReplyDeleteRobin in Virginia
Those floors are absolutely gorgeous! Such a huge undertaking and it's now done and ready to enjoy! Love the spool cabinet... I hope to own one some day.... and the 2 drawer one looks to be the perfect size! I think I hear Lancaster calling my name... ;-)
ReplyDeleteWow lovely treasure you found :)
ReplyDeleteSuper sweet.
Sending you big hugs x
I got my spool chest at the Black Angus antique mall, love yours! The floors are great, and I'm so sorry Yahoo is such a pain.
ReplyDeleteLooks fabulous and love all of your finds!
ReplyDelete