Welcome, friends, to another fun-filled Thrift Store Haul where I share my latest thrifty (and usually) vintage finds with you.
I also share how I use and style the finds in my home. I hope that by sharing my thrifty finds I can motivate and inspire you to explore your own local thrift stores, estate sales, flea markets, barn sales and clearance aisles in the hopes of making your own fabulous finds for yourself. So let's get started.
Swans are SO in right now. That means they are super over-priced. Whether that be a print, painting, candle holder, planter or anything you can think of with a swan on it -- the price is high. And it's especially high for vintage swan decor like this sculptural swan wall hanging.
But I got mine at Goodwill for $3.09. Isn't she just vintagey-gorgeous? Not a replica, but the real deal. And she came with hanging hardware on the back.
I still haven't determined where I'm going to use her yet. (Yes, she's a her.) She's actually pretty heavy.
The first of the basket brigade, so to speak, is this winnowing basket from Goodwill for $2.09.
A winnowing basket is a traditional tool used to separate edible grains and seeds from lighter, inedible waste (chaff). It works by using the motion of the basket combined with a gentle breeze (or you blowing on it) to blow away the lightweight debris while retaining the heavier grain or seeds.
While I probably won't use it for a true winnowing basket (although I could actually use one since I save seeds from the garden) I know I'll find useful ways to display it.
Basket number two is a vintage oval basket with feet and two handles: Salvation Army price of $3.97.
Just look at those cute feet!
I love the intricate weave.
The fact that it has a wooden base makes it unique. I don't think I've ever seen a basket with a wooden base like this. Just placing my vintage mercury glass goblet and some peonies on it highlights the simple beauty of the basket.
I was thrilled to snag basket number three for $3.09. After a bit of research I learned it's a French baguette basket.
So of course I had to run out and get a Parisian baguette!
I can also see it being used as a cracker basket.
Doesn't the baguette look yummy?
And yes, there is a basket number four! Another Goodwill find for $1.99. (It's under the baguette basket.) I later found it for sale online for $104.00! (And that one wasn't even in perfect condition, as mine is. I was surprised that mine was fully intact as it's a very delicately woven basket.)
I love the geometric design. I think it gives it a unique look and probably does make it more valuable. While it can't hold heavy items, it can certainly be of use in the kitchen or as general decor, like a centerpiece, adding texture.
Again, even here, mercury glass and peonies look fabulous!
Well, that's it for today, friends!
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