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Across the Fence:  We Found a Super Thrift Store  |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 28 2016 : 12:23:44 PM
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Ed and I went to Tin Lizard Thrift store in Garland, TX, Saturday - a shop we saw when riding by on the train a week ago. Ed's comment before we went was "We don't NEED anything, but we can look. Well, we SCORED! Ed bought a super neat Hoosier Cabinet - completely made out of metal - for his kitchen (if I had room, I would have gotten it for ME!). I had never seen a metal one before. It has a flour bin with attached sifter, a sugar jar that pivots out so you can dispense your sugar right into your measuring cup, a rolling pin on its own hanger, spice racks, towel racks, several hooks for measuring cups and spoons and other utensils, and 3 drawers (the bottom one is a great bread box). The table-top pulls out an additional foot making a nice large table top. The top is not completely smooth, due, I'm sure, to being lovingly used every day. Also in it was 3 wooden recipe boxes with old, hand-written recipes. Here are pictures.
   
Then I got a box of 60 9-patch quilt blocks for $1.00, 9 pieced quilt tops for $20.00 (some hand pieced and some machine pieced), 1 hand stitched wall hanging or rug with 4 ducks ($5.00), 2 small train cases for $5.00 each, an old Gimbels sewing machine for $10.00, and a neat old plant stand for my porch ($5.00). The owner also donated 11 double-knit quilt tops to my quilt guild to finish and donate to veterans.
 
   
What a haul!
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
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Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Mar 28 2016 : 12:26:42 PM
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Nice Haul! You got some great treasures at some fabulous prices Linda, wish I lived in TX!
Hugs,
Deb
#1582
Blessed in Colorado
"You must do the thing you think you can not do." Eleanor Roosevelt
Women are Angels,and when someone breaks our wings We simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We're flexible like that.
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Mar 28 2016 : 12:28:31 PM
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The Hoosier was the expensive item, but all-in-all we made out very well. And we will go back there, I'm sure. Best prices and an eclectic place to go for unique items.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7237 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Mar 28 2016 : 12:58:50 PM
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Those are some great finds! I would really enjoy the boxes of handwritten recipes. Have fun with your new items!
Krista |
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
Posted - Mar 28 2016 : 1:18:25 PM
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Linda...You and Ed scored big time!!! Isn't it fun to find great buys? I liked his comment
"We'll just look...we don't NEED anything." LOL Famous last words of a man! And yet he bought
the biggest and most expensive item. Men just crack me up! Anyway, tell him I love his Hoosier
Cabinet!!! He scored! How FUN for both of you!
Hugs and blessings,
Peggy
Farmgirl #1326
Dec 2011-Farmgirl of the Month
http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
Don't allow others to steal the Glitz from your *SPARKLE*
Life is too short to knit with ugly yarn!
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Mar 28 2016 : 2:43:45 PM
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OMG! Linda,,, you mega scored! and 2 train cases too! check out facebook,,, there is a group called 'vintage train cases'... and what these gals come up with is uber amazing... in fact. one gal,,, from TX,, does a demensional affect on her cases...
What a great day you and hubby dearest had,,,
hugz
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13666 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Mar 28 2016 : 3:07:58 PM
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Kat Mom and CeeJay - Thanks. Yep. Great finds. My pocketbook it not safe in a thrift shop, especially when the prices are good. And he told us when we went in that we shouldn't pay attention to the prices - he wanted the stuff to sell. And good deals were there.
Kat - Ed is my boyfriend, not hubby. LOL! And we are not good for each other in that we are BOTH "collectors". LOL! We end up with a lot of stuff we really don't NEED! I've been wanting train bases to decorate, now to come up with ideas. I saw some that a lady had painted with Chalk paint on the outside and lined with vintage trailer fabrics on the inside. Both of them have linings that need to come out. Then I will add batting and fabrics and trims inside and paint or decoupage the outside.
CeeJay - Some of the recipes are definitely old and interesting. Handwriting in both boxes is nice cursive penmanship. Some recipes are cut from newspapers and magazines. I want to try a few of the recipes.
I also have my mother's huge recipe box and love making the tried and true recipes I remember from when I was growing up.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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ceridwen
True Blue Farmgirl
899 Posts
Carole
New York
USA
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Mar 28 2016 : 5:05:10 PM
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Thanks, Carole.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
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Posted - Mar 29 2016 : 07:19:25 AM
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WOW! I love thrift stores. You seem to go for the same things I would look for. I have never seen a metal Hoosier. I have one very similar but it is oak and has an accordion door in the middle where all the spice racks and flour and sugar bins are. Keep posting all your treasures you find. I love seeing them.
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
God first, everything else after!
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
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Posted - Mar 29 2016 : 07:33:10 AM
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Does your sewing machine work? Any metal machine is worth more than the plastic machines of today. I was given an old Bernina machine that I took to be serviced and the owner tried to buy it from me. He said if I ever did sell it I should contact him first. It's the machine I use all the time. One time I bought a sewing machine at a thrift store and when I asked if it worked the lady said she didn't even know how to plug the cords in. Lol! I couldn't believe it since she was our age. Didn't we all have to sew outfits in home ec back then? I guess she was sick that year!
Be Blessed and Be a Blessing,
Darlene
Sister 1922
God first, everything else after!
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
When it gets to hard to stand, Kneel!
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2016 : 07:45:26 AM
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This sewing machine motor and belt work, but the needle doesn't go up and down. Think it just needs a good cleaning and oiling. I got it for $10 and that's a good deal. It is my 22nd or 23rd sewing machine. LOL! 12 are antiques.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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sherone_13
True Blue Farmgirl
2460 Posts
Sherone
Evanston
WY
USA
2460 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2016 : 08:32:10 AM
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Linda, just wondering what you paid for the hoosier? I have my Grandmother's hoosier in my house. I love it so much and would never even think of selling it. I'm just wondering what it would be worth for insurance purposes. Since we have many antiques, we have been working on taking videos of each room. We are doing this in case of fire.
I have never seen a hoosier that is all metal. That is kinda rare, I think.
Sherone
Farmgirl Sister #93
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2016 : 08:41:48 AM
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He had the Hoosier priced at $350. We added a tool for Ed, my 9 quilt tops, sixty 9-patch squares, 2 train cases, sewing machine, plant stand, recipe boxes, and wall hanging and ended at $350. LOL!
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6663 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6663 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2016 : 10:41:43 AM
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Wow, Linda, what a great find you two found!! Love the treasures you were able to snag. I love old hoosier cabinets too. I wish I had room for one in my kitchen!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
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forgetmenot
True Blue Farmgirl
3602 Posts
Judith
Nora Springs
IA
USA
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Posted - Mar 30 2016 : 7:31:22 PM
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What a great thrift shop! You two made out like a couple of bandits!
Farmgirl sister #3926
"Courage is not the absence of fear, but the belief that something is more important than fear." Ambrose Red Moon |
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Apr 09 2016 : 06:10:28 AM
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Great finds Linda! I love your Hoosier (wish I had room for one!), and the recipes boxes, I would so love to find a treasure like those :) I can't believe the price you paid for everything, congratulations :)
Farmgirl Sister #5392
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
http://amerryheartjournal.blogspot.com/
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
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Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
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Posted - Apr 09 2016 : 7:50:06 PM
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Great stuff Linda. Isn't it fun to seek and actually find?
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Song Sparrow
True Blue Farmgirl
1010 Posts
Amy
Talleyville
Delaware
USA
1010 Posts |
Posted - Apr 11 2016 : 04:13:13 AM
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Whew, nice thrifing! You have such a great eye, but then I've seen your sewing creations, so I already knew that! :)
Happy Day!
Peace in our hearts, peace in the world
Amy (Sister#6098) www.danaherandcloud.com
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SouthForty
True Blue Farmgirl
206 Posts
Doris
Dallas
TX
USA
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Posted - Apr 12 2016 : 7:54:37 PM
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Garland you say... well heck, that's just down the road a spell. There are so many thrift shops and just not enough days left in my life to plunder them all! ! CONGRATS on your treasures. !!Score!!
SouthForty, MJFG#3794
~*~ You can put your boots in the oven but that don't make 'em biscuits! ~*~  |
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
7546 Posts |
Posted - Apr 12 2016 : 7:56:47 PM
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Thanks, Doris. Yes, this one is in Garland. I live in east Texas, south of Greenville and north of Mineola. Not far from Dallas. I used to live in Richardson.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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SouthForty
True Blue Farmgirl
206 Posts
Doris
Dallas
TX
USA
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Posted - Apr 12 2016 : 8:35:35 PM
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No foolin'? So did I! ! If I may be so bold as to ask, where in Richardson and how long ago? I just loved it there! The sense of community was wonderful. There was always something going on, Cottonwood Creek Festival, Wildflower Festival, Santa's Village... the police and firemen were always there and let the kids climb on the trucks and flash the lights on the cars. I loved it that they were not portrayed as the bad guys to all the impressionable young kids, many who need positive role models.
SouthForty, MJFG#3794
~*~ You can put your boots in the oven but that don't make 'em biscuits! ~*~ |
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