We have two weekly Blog Carnivals to post on today…
And then we have a Junk Party!
Here it is Thursday already with the weekly arrival of Vintage Thingie Thursday (Colorado Lady) and Thrifty Thursday at Bloggeritaville.
Here is what I am showing today for both of these events. I got these vintage kitchen utensils at an antique store for $3 a piece. I love the way they’re shaped. Not like what you’d buy today.
I showed them to you separately, as you can’t see them very well in this tall pitcher in my kitchen. I bought the smaller crock pitcher for $2 from an antique mall. It has a slight chip at the rim. Gives it a little character, I think.
Let me show you the taller pitcher up close. I bought this at a junk store for about $10. But I really wanted it because I’m now a Texan and it’s made in Luckenbach, Texas! And there of course are our famous bluebonnets painted on it.
Next to that on this old sewing machine table are my antique kitchen scales. I bought them at an estate sale not long back for $12. Then the old Borden can on top came from an antique store for $6.
So these two blog carnivals really work well together. When you buy vintage, you are usually being thrifty!
Please go over to visit the vintage folks at Vintage Thingie Thursday and the thrifty folks at Bloggeritaville. You might meet up with them both at the same time!
So now we’re going to attend a fun party, a junk party! Who doesn’t have junk they have
“plans” for?
Me & My House is the host.
What immediately came to mind for me is not exactly junk by any stretch. My neighbor and I traded pieces of furniture. I got this student desk already painted. But to me it looks plain. So though it’s not junk, it’s on my “to do” list of things to give a makeover. I just can’t decide what I want to do. I’m thinking maybe decoupage it. I just don’t know what or how to go about it…
And then there’s these pieces…
We have an odd assortment here. Two old sewing machine drawers. Pieces of wood. And seven wooden eggs. Decoupage???
And the drawers, I just can’t decide. I know I probably will use them as storage. I can always use storage. But then maybe they’d look cute on the wall like narrow shadow boxes…
And the pieces of wood? I don’t know yet. Ideas are accepted and much appreciated.
There are always projects in the works around here. Or at least proposed projects for some future time.
Go visit Blogland’s Junk Party! Nothing like virtual junk to get my juices going!
I love all your stuff oh Junk!! It is really neat. Your kitchen is just wonderful! Thanks for sharing!
Hugs, Lisa
Your kitchen is beautiful….I had so much fun looking at all of your things. I see no junk here, just saying. Have a great VTT.
I love your red school desk. Missing your tablescape this week, but I understand there are so many opportunities in blogland, you have to choose what really speaks to you! Still loved visiting you today!
Love all your stuff. I have an old school desk like your red one and I stenciled on it. Crackle painted it first. Turned out real cute.
I would so enjoy shopping where you shop. Great stuff, great prices! (I love that you put the prices in. Kinda felt like shopping.)
Brenda, A few ideas since you asked for suggestions- how about sanding off a little of the red finish on the desk in strategic places, then rubbing a little stain over the piece to age it? I think decoupaging the eggs with some sheet music could look cute.
sue
I like the vintage kitchen tools – they are such a good find to display in the pitcher. As usual, your kitchen looks so comfy!
I liked all your goodies, especially anything from Texas. You made some good finds.
How charming! All of you found items for a steal of a deal and even the presentation. Your home really is a charming cottage! LOve coming by here! Thanks for participating in Thrifty Thursday.
Great things as always. I love, love, love the little red chair. I like Sue’s idea of sanding it some & adding some stain. You might stencil a number or 2 or 3 on it. The eggs would be great with sheet music or old dictionary pages decoupaged on them. But I’m sure you will come up with something more creative than I could.
Kim
Hi Brenda
oh my your place looks like an antique shop, love those old vintage utensils, I am collecting them too, though only have ONE so far but it’s yet another collection
and those scales, absolutely gorgeous, I’d love those too
yeah it’s great shopping vintage cos it’s normally thrifty too
and thanks for the breakfast comment, I’m trying really I am!! failed again today though
Sarah
You tease me with that gorgeous table cloth in your header but now I want everything in your kitchen. Everything is lovely.
Love your kitchen, and especially that pitcher with the bluebonnets! I’m a sucker for scales too. If it’s cheap, I’ll grab it!
I’m loving those crocks.
Hey – - – is that potato masher vintage???? ‘Cause I got one I bought BRAND NEW about the time we got married – - – - does that make ME vintage???
Let that colorful imagination run wild on the little red thing… if the outcome please your eye, you’ll have the fun of doing it all again (something I suspect you’d enjoy immensely).
My favorite thing about old kitchen utensils is the painted handle! Love that red and green!
Your home must sirely be divine! Evert inch filled with delicious treasures! I love seeing your special spot and what you do with all you new finds! Inside and out, your house just glows with warmth and joy! Just like you!
Love,
Sue
I love your kitchen decor, and your old scale!!
blessings,
barbara jean
Love your kitchen! and your latest vintage treasures fit right in. You’re so right about the shape of vintage kitchen tools…even the potato masher has an extra twist near the handle that is just wonderful!
you’ve got so many neat stuff. lovely!
You DO have the coziest kitchen ever! It’s so inspiring!
You DO have the coziest kitchen ever! It’s so inspiring!
You DO have the coziest kitchen ever! It’s so inspiring!
You DO have the coziest kitchen ever! It’s so inspiring!
You DO have the coziest kitchen ever! It’s so inspiring!
You DO have the coziest kitchen ever! It’s so inspiring!
You DO have the coziest kitchen ever! It’s so inspiring!
You DO have the coziest kitchen ever! It’s so inspiring!
You DO have the coziest kitchen ever! It’s so inspiring!
Is your island a sewing machine table?! That is absolutely amazing. If I came to your house you’d have to check my pockets when I left because you’ve got SO much fun stuff
What great things you find! I just don’t see great things like that when I am out thrifting.
Hugs,
Penny
Hi Brenda,
I have so enjoyed my visit here! I love all your vintage finds, I store my utensils in crocks too!I also have wooden eggs that look just like yours and have just not done anything with them, i am anxious to find out what you do with yours.
Your OW post was so beautiful especially the moss roses, I have never seen them before and am curious about them, Could you give me some information. Thank you for sharing.
Sue
Great items – and your kitchen is ADORABLE! The sewing machine legs were a great find, too, for supporting the table. Happy VTT to you.
LOVE that red chair! I can see it being cherry-fied, can’t you?
Your kitchen photo is a beautiful display – you have a good eye for decorating!
Wonderful vintage goodies…the crock is my favorite. your kitchen is so cheery and inviting! I feel like dropping by for milk and cookies.
Love your vintage finds. The pieces of wood would make nice unusual signs. Instead of signs that say “simplify or home sweet home etc” How about “window to my garden” or something like “this way to my comfort zone” with an arrow directing the way. Something funky and different!
I really like vintage kitchen utensils. I once had that wide slotted flipper like yours and haven’t been able to find another one since. Terrific scales and the red desk too. I was also noticing your floor. Love those tiles.
Hi Brenda
I don’t know if anyone mentioned it, but how about lining the drawers in plastic and putting flowers in them for the table?
I am in love with that school desk
xoxo,
rue
Great finds! Lots of eye candy in those pictures!
Thanks so much for joining in on the junk party! I love your finds and I think the drawer is my favorite. How many of them do you have? If you have 3-4 you could take some small posts and make it a table or you could hang them on the wall for storage or use them as shadow boxes as you stated. So many options! Love it! Thanks for sharing the lovely-ness!
Thanks so much for joining in on the junk party! I love your finds and I think the drawer is my favorite. How many of them do you have? If you have 3-4 you could take some small posts and make it a table or you could hang them on the wall for storage or use them as shadow boxes as you stated. So many options! Love it! Thanks for sharing the lovely-ness!
Thanks so much for joining in on the junk party! I love your finds and I think the drawer is my favorite. How many of them do you have? If you have 3-4 you could take some small posts and make it a table or you could hang them on the wall for storage or use them as shadow boxes as you stated. So many options! Love it! Thanks for sharing the lovely-ness!
Thanks so much for joining in on the junk party! I love your finds and I think the drawer is my favorite. How many of them do you have? If you have 3-4 you could take some small posts and make it a table or you could hang them on the wall for storage or use them as shadow boxes as you stated. So many options! Love it! Thanks for sharing the lovely-ness!
Thanks so much for joining in on the junk party! I love your finds and I think the drawer is my favorite. How many of them do you have? If you have 3-4 you could take some small posts and make it a table or you could hang them on the wall for storage or use them as shadow boxes as you stated. So many options! Love it! Thanks for sharing the lovely-ness!
Thanks so much for joining in on the junk party! I love your finds and I think the drawer is my favorite. How many of them do you have? If you have 3-4 you could take some small posts and make it a table or you could hang them on the wall for storage or use them as shadow boxes as you stated. So many options! Love it! Thanks for sharing the lovely-ness!
Thanks so much for joining in on the junk party! I love your finds and I think the drawer is my favorite. How many of them do you have? If you have 3-4 you could take some small posts and make it a table or you could hang them on the wall for storage or use them as shadow boxes as you stated. So many options! Love it! Thanks for sharing the lovely-ness!
Thanks so much for joining in on the junk party! I love your finds and I think the drawer is my favorite. How many of them do you have? If you have 3-4 you could take some small posts and make it a table or you could hang them on the wall for storage or use them as shadow boxes as you stated. So many options! Love it! Thanks for sharing the lovely-ness!
Thanks so much for joining in on the junk party! I love your finds and I think the drawer is my favorite. How many of them do you have? If you have 3-4 you could take some small posts and make it a table or you could hang them on the wall for storage or use them as shadow boxes as you stated. So many options! Love it! Thanks for sharing the lovely-ness!
I love all your oldie kitchen things.
Hi!
All your stuff is awesome! I have some pieces of kitchen utensils hung on my kitchen wall. Good luck on your projects! Have a great day!!
Sherrie
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Hi Brenda! Oh, what wonderfulness in your precious kitchen! You have so many olden treasures! I just love them! Can’t wait to see what you do with that little desk! It is cute!
I’m up and running for the Cloche Party! Can’t wait to see what you’re up to!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia
What fun all your vintage stuff is. Happy Thrifty Thursday!!!!!!
What a wonderful kitchen! and your finds are fabulous!
Thanks for sharing.
Happy VTT!
What a charming kitchen, and what delightful bargains you’ve found! I enjoyed seeing all of your treasures. laurie
Brenda,
I love ALL your vintage things and old kitchen tools look so good in crocks! Your kitchen is just so much fun.
I love all of the things you have collected that are NOT junk!!
But you would be asking the wrong person for advice on what to do with everything as I am doing the same thing in my TT post!! LOL! I like the idea of stenciling a number on the desk chair. Or maybe put a stuffed animal on it and stencil “Teacher’s Pet”. Okay, I am going a little crazy visiting blogs today!
Loved your post!
xoxo
Jane
You have some FAB junk… I would say they are TREASURES!!!
I love it all! I covered some old sewing drawers with wallpaper and made them boxes to hold mail and other desk stuff on the top of my desk. Those eggs look good just as they are. Find a vintage egg basket to display them in.
oh gosh.. I LOVE your kitchen.. every vintagey thing I can see in your kitchen.. awesome.. I love the scale!.. I got few scales too at home.. thanks for sharing this photos and ideas.. happy VTT & have a great day
I just love your cloche collection, so many wonderful things to see. And your kitchen is awesome!! I joined in the Junk Party too. I think I could spend a lot more time looking at your beautiful blog.
I use my antique potato masher all the time. It makes the best mashed taters! I love those old crocks and I agree, the chips add character.
Hi again! Pssst, I think I’m in love with your blog lol don’t tell my blog! haha! Very cute post! I love all your antiquey vintage stuff! Your kitchen is adorable.
All the best,
Allison