We have been visiting my parents for the last couple of days and yesterday my mom and I made time for a quick trip to a local thrift store. I have to be super particular about giving into the temptation to buy dishes nowadays since my cupboards are overloaded. But I couldn't resist this pretty little orange Pyrex bowl. It speaks to me of springtime, even in the midst of all this snow.
I also rarely resist a milk glass piece. They are so pretty and so darn cheap! This lovely dish was $2 and it has so many potential uses - as a vase, candy dish or soap holder perhaps?
I find my urge to shop is satisfied with a couple of simple pieces such as these.
How about you? Any great finds recently?
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I am trying to curb my thrift purchases to items that I will use in my home. Just yesterday I purchased a red leather magazine tote made by Crate & Barrel for $4.99. After washing it up, I placed several children's book inside for the grandchildren's next visit.
ReplyDeleteI like the shape of your milk glass piece, you are right, many different uses for that piece.
Hi Paulette, I think when we find one really useful item, it's just as satisfying as finding a bunch of items we don't know what to do with. Your magazine tote sounds perfect! Then again, I will just keep buying milk glass whether I use it or not. ;)
DeleteI have that same Pyrex bowl. It's one of my favorites. :)
ReplyDeleteI think it will soon be one of my faves too Julee! :)
DeleteI've been avoiding thrift shops because I always find something. That orange bowl is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI know just what you mean! There's always a little something. ;)
Deletethat pyrex bowl has been in my family too! My last thrifty goodness was Savers (Value Village) and their 50% off day. I bought a heap of clothing for my daughter including some unworn (so they seem) tops for about $2 each from a label that is expensive (as in $40 for a child's simple t-shirt brand new). Also my 1970s mint condition (I think unopened) Mastermind game :)
ReplyDelete$2 is an awesome deal! I am looking to play "Clue" again. I loved that game!
Deleteoh, you guys are so sweet! I'm the same with the pyrex, etc. I love what my sister Janis said about things lasting so long on my daughter Andrea's blog http://gypsyyaya.blogspot.com/ xoxomary
ReplyDeleteWhat a great series about Janis's place! Thanks for pointing it out to me. :)
DeleteI have two complete sets of those nesting bowls. They were shower gifts when I was married and have been used many, many times. Gives you a hint about how old I am!
ReplyDeleteWe just keep getting better with age, right? :)
DeleteI had a casserole dish that was the same colors as that pyrex bowl, years ago... and a green one to match it.
ReplyDeleteI haven't done any thrift shops lately but it is so fun!
A casserole dish would be great too! I'm sure I'd pick that up too if I saw it. ;)
DeleteGreat pieces! I was at the thrift shop just yesterday, but not really for kitchen things, mostly just looking for some button ups for summer! I found a few :)
ReplyDeleteLove the orange bowl... great find!
Thanks Amber. I find I lack the patience to look through racks of clothes. I like when my sister comes with me and finds clothes for me. ;)
DeleteNice finds! I really like them both. I just went on Sunday and came away with some vintage Corelle for my collection and two nice ruby-glass wine glasses. I sure do love the kitchenware but am with you and must limit temptation due to space restrictions!
ReplyDeleteI love the ruby glass pieces too! So pretty!
DeleteI have a set of the same Pyrex bowls - I love them :) They are actually the mixing bowls I use all the time
ReplyDeleteI would love to have the whole set. I tend to use larger bowls more often. :)
DeleteGreat finds! I have that Pyrex bowl...it was part of a nesting set of 3 that I received as a wedding gift. Alas, the others are long since broken.
ReplyDeleteThanks! Too bad about your other bowls! :(
DeleteA thrifty Pyrex find always makes my day and you got a great piece! Love the milk glass also. Thanks for sharing at TTF!
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting the party! :)
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