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pre-loved stuffed Calico Cat: $1 // found at Value Village // she's gonna hang out in my studio
set of amaaazing children's curtains circa 60's/70's (?): $6 // found at Last Chance Thrift Store //
These were such a find. I took out the metal pleat holder thingies so that they would lie flat and then put them in the wash. Not sure how I will use these. Maybe one of my grandchildren can use them in his/her bedroom? I fear that my boys are at that point where they want to have a say-so in the decor of their bedroom. sigh. Which I of course encourage, but you-know. If I don't hand these down to my grandchildren (yes, I'm only 36 and thinking about this!), I will cut them up for a quilt. Ya know, when I actually have time to quilt! Or maybe make some pillows out of them. For now I'll just gaze at them lovingly. : )
Paper Doll Sets, $4.99 - $6.99 // Found at Value Village
These were a bit steap for a thrift store. They were put behind the front counter so you know they must have thought they were worth a bit more! I'm glad they did because they would've been trashed in the aisle. Still a great deal for vintage paper doll sets compared to what you pay online or at a vintage store. Next time, I'll show you what's inside. : ) The "Trisha" doll and clothing have parts covered in turquoise velvet. Yes!! So cool.
What fun thrifting finds have you come across lately? Please share some links!
Thanks for all of the feedback on the Vintage Bookstore post I did last. I know that the folks at Atlanta Vintage Books read the post and your comments as well, so I'm sure your feedback meant a lot to them! I LOVED hearing all of your enthusiasm and excitement for these treasures! You also got me excited to start reading some of these old titles. Yay for reading, and pretty old books!
Have a lovely weekend!
Those curtains are INSANELY awesome!
Posted by: kaylah7 | January 27, 2012 at 11:50 AM
I have a Trisha set of paper dolls but I think they are different from the set you have, I'll have to see. I love that they are flocked.
Posted by: Dana | January 27, 2012 at 12:05 PM
Oh, what great finds! Those curtains!! I'd just wear them like a cape. I'm 40 and am always stashing things for my grandchildren - considering my youngest is two, I'll be keeping stuff for decades. That's why I need a cape ... to wipe away the hoarding tears!
Posted by: Carmel | January 27, 2012 at 12:11 PM
OMG! When I was a child, I use to have sheets with the exactly pattern of those curtains! (and I´m in Argentina :)
And I loved that cat!
Love
Romi
Posted by: Romina | January 27, 2012 at 12:18 PM
Love that calico cat!!!
Posted by: Ashley Brooke Toussant | January 27, 2012 at 12:23 PM
I have a full-sized flat sheet that matches those curtains. Like you, I had to buy it when I found it at a thrift store about 10 years ago. I'm still not sure what I'm going to do with it, but it has to be something awesome to do that print justice!
Posted by: Bronwen | January 27, 2012 at 01:11 PM
We've had that calico cat in my family since before I was born. We've always had it displayed at Christmas time with our other stuffed animals.
Posted by: Megan Marie | January 27, 2012 at 01:46 PM
that kitty! the most perfect thing ever! i feel like i should attempt to make one, somehow.
Posted by: robbie | January 27, 2012 at 02:11 PM
Literally adorable, i love them, i am 20 years old and that's fine by me! :D
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Posted by: call me debbie | January 27, 2012 at 02:34 PM
Some of my most recent thrift finds:
http://knit1pour2.blogspot.com/2012/01/thrift-score-vol-iv.html
Those curtains look crazy familiar... hmmm...
Posted by: Erica | January 27, 2012 at 03:34 PM
I love the zig zag stitching on that calico cat. Those paper dolls look adorable, Whitman made the cutest things :)
Posted by: AngieK | January 27, 2012 at 04:14 PM
Le chat est magnifique!♥ Vous faites de belles trouvailles!
Posted by: Isabelle du Québec | January 27, 2012 at 05:52 PM
Those stay-on dolls and curtains are amazing! I would have peed in my pants.
Posted by: arielle | January 27, 2012 at 07:57 PM
Ooh, what an incredible haul! I can't wait to see those dolls <3
Posted by: Kailey | January 28, 2012 at 12:55 AM
Wow... You always find great thrift treasures. I love seeing your loot. I grabbed your badge. Luv ur style and blog.
Posted by: Tiffany | January 28, 2012 at 06:31 PM
I love all the colors and illustrations!! So very lovely!
Callmesnakke
Posted by: Katharine | January 28, 2012 at 08:36 PM
What great finds! Adorable cat and curtains, and I'd have died over those paper dolls- can't wait to see the blue flocking!!
I actually just posted this morning about my recent thrift score- actually very similar to yours! Check it out! http://coreymoortgat.blogspot.com/2012/01/awesome-thrift-find-and-one-question.html
Posted by: corey moortgat | January 29, 2012 at 08:03 AM
I have the pillowcases that match your curtains and Bronwen's sheet. Together we have the whole bedroom set!
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