Sunday, April 26, 2009

Thrift Shopping with Deanna

Last Thursday, I went shopping with my new blogging friend, Deanna from Timeless Things. (She was attacked by fire ants that same day and is in terrible itchy pain. Please say a prayer for her and stop by her blog to say hi if you get a chance.)


We only met once before, but after spending an hour or two with her, we feel like we've know each other for ever. She's a very sweet and lovely lady.
I forgot to take my camera with me, so I didn't get photos of us or the places we visited. I think we went to four different places, plus Chic Fillet where we had lunch. Anyway, I only have photos of what I found to show. Hopefully when she feels better, she'll post a few photos of her own. (She found a TON of cute things).

I found PINK! Two pink sweater tops and a vintage pink slip.
The beading at the top of this sweater is all hand sewn. Whew! I can't imagine the time that took!
This pretty pullover feels like it's made of cashmere and has hand embroidery and hand beading on the collar/yolk. How pretty is that!?

Here are some little trinkets I couldn't pass up: A wicker-like magazine basket that I'm going to line with pink rose cotton fabric and use as a waste basket in my sewing "room", some white rose scented drawer liner, old books, a vintage lipstick holder and a couple of little nick-knacks.


Then, we Deanna's help, I hit the jackpot of vintage Ferragamo shoes. But they're much too small for me, so I'm going to see if I can sell them. Oh, and I also found a vintage 1960's Vera scarf.

It was a blast shopping with Deanna. She is VERY knowledgeable and knows her collectibles. I can't wait to shop with her again!

Blessings,

Patricia :o)

11 comments:

  1. Those vintage sweaters are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing the beautiful pics! :)

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  2. Great finds, and yes the shoes should do very well on E-bay, my sister has sold a few pairs there. I love the sweater, what fun!
    Hugs, Diane

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  3. The sweater set is fabulous - very beautiful. Junking and thrifting is soooooo much more fun done in pairs. :-)
    Thanks for sharing your day and finds.

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  4. SOunds like you had a wonderful time with your new friend!
    And those sweaters are GORGEOUS!

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  5. How pretty! Hope your friend is feeling much better! blessings,Kathleen

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  6. The sweaters are a great find!

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  7. Hi Patricia!! Great finds there and let me know how the shoes did on the ol' eBay!!

    Wishing you a Happy Mother's Day and sending you hugs,
    Becky
    xx

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  8. I would give anything if I could just find some Thrift Shop around here. So far other than Good Will..there is nothing. You had some wonderful finds!!! What a good time that must have been!
    Garage Sales is as close as I can come..
    ~smiles~
    Mona

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  9. Please contact me with your address because you won my giveaway. Congrats and thank you.
    hugs 8)

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  10. Hi Honey!
    Marshall and I are both on your blog right now and he thinks you are just about the sweetest thing ever!! I've had a very hectic week but I so wanted to come and leave this note for ya! Hope you and the family are doing great.

    We need to get together again for sure. I'm missing you girl.... I need to hang out with my shopping buddy very soon.....lol!

    Love ya!
    Deanna :D

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  11. How delightful! I also just posted about my last thrift store treasure. But sigh, only one! And you did quite well, congratulations : )

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