Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Can't Help Myself



OK, I'll admit it:  I can't help myself when it comes to pressed flower pictures.  To some, I'm sure they look like nothing more than old brown weeds.  But they always speak to me of gardens and summers past.  And I love it when they are framed in interesting shapes.




And I love it even more when they come in pairs.  So much easier to hang in a symmetrical grouping that way.  I forget how much these two pairs were.  Probably like $1.50 each.




Finally, here are some custom curtains, all lined, in a wonderful pattern.  I got two jabots, and four valances for $20.  I'll probably use the valances in the upstairs hall, and cut the jabots up to make some pillows.

I also got a few books at the rummage sale, but I didn't take any pics of them.  Anyway, you are probably sick to death of rummage sale posts.

Sorry, I can't help myself.  ;)

17 comments:

  1. Mary, come on! We NEVER get tired of rummage sale posts because we are always on a quest to find treaure ourselves! It just makes us more determined to get out there and find some great things to dandy up our own homes. You seem to have some really outstanding sales there. I almost never find great things like that. But I keep looking:>)

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  2. I never tire of seeing beautiful treasures. And, I love it when people fill their homes with things that speak to their hearts.

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  3. Hey, you're talking to thrifters and garage and estate-salers here! We don't ever get tired of seeing the wonderful things you find at such fantastic prices. We just have to deal with a bit of jealousy that we didn't get a chance to go with you and share the fun! ~Adrienne~

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  4. Please, let's have more rummage sale finds!! I love that you call them rummage sales - that's what I remember them being called when I was a child. Sally

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  5. Please, please, please! More rummage sale posts! Please!

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  6. Mary....Don't stop! Now that I found your blog I'm living my Jersey fantasies through you...I love the color of the Waverly fabric. I have a piece of that in the burgundy/blue version. I realy like the blue/brown combo...We'll be waiting to see the pillow you make..

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  7. I never grow weary of seeing rummage sales, tag sales, boot sales..keep'em coming.

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  8. Might be time to join APFA... Addicted to Pressed Flowers Annonomous!
    Love the pillows, too!
    Karla & Karrie

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  9. Well, I'm not tired of rummage posts. I love looking at your finds. Keep them coming!

    Oh, and I love those colonial type flowered prints. They're my favorite kind of flower print.

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  10. I love seeing your finds. I like pressed flowers too. I've never had much like pressing my own though. Someday I'll have something frame worthy.
    *hugs*

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  11. Actually, Mary, I don't think I could ever get tired of these posts because I am so envious of your finds! And that wonderful fabric - I've known it somewhere in a past life-love it!!!Vickib

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  12. I have loved viewing your blog! The things that you find beautiful are so simple. I also love to do rummage sales and find "treasures". Thanks for letting me see a little bit into your life.

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  13. I hope your good friend doesn't read your blog!! I love the heart. Let me tell you I will never, ever tire of your rummage sale/estate sale finds. I live vicariously through you.

    - Suzanne, the Farmer's Wife

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  14. I never get tired of rummage sale posts... I LOVE your pressed flowers and next time I go to our local Goodwill, I'll sure keep an eye open !

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  15. Mary, I am NOT sick of seeing what you buy at rummage sales! NEVER! Keep shopping! I look forward to your deals and it inspires me to hit tag sales and Goodwill.

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  16. I'm afraid I'm a bit overcome with jealousy at the moment for your rummage treasures. I'm never tired of seeing other people's great buys! Love your stuff!

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  17. Those are lovely. I would love to do something similar myself one of these days.

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