Wednesday, October 21, 2009

The Florist's Estate Sale

Yesterday I went to a Florist's Estate Sale that is going on in Winnetka, Illinois. Several of my readers wanted to know what I bought.



Some nice old jars and 24 old strawberry pin cushions. And a tin sunburst mirror.



Ribbon, of course.



Lots of old glitter. Look at the interesting containers.



A nice selection of flower frogs and a cute little wire cart planter!



And wool gloves~ this is exactly what I wear all winter. Now I am set for many years to come.

What is your favorite? Or would you have left all of it behind?
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  1. emilieDwolfOctober 21, 2009 at 12:17 PM

    I would definitely have jumped on the strawberry pin cushions, the ribbons, the glitter (you can never have enough), and the wool gloves.

    I'm particularly partial to the strawberry pin cushions...I shall make myself one!

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  2. Laura @ 52 FLEAOctober 21, 2009 at 1:21 PM

    That tin sunburst mirror looks interesting, the ribbon, glitter and of course frogs would have been mine...(I'd have fought you for 'em Joan!) Super sale! Glad you had fun...
    Laura :)

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  3. Sharon@Sharon at HomeOctober 21, 2009 at 1:51 PM

    I wouldn't have been able to leave the frogs and wire containers behind. Great finds.

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  4. NicNacManiacOctober 21, 2009 at 1:51 PM

    I love everything that you brought home with you and would have liked to bring home with myself instead!! The frogs are fantastic and the glitter is so much fun!!!

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  5. Diane and KellyOctober 21, 2009 at 1:53 PM

    My favorite would have to be the old bottles of glitter. I love old bottles, especially if they still have their labels.

    Great finds!

    Kelly
    Second and Chicks

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  6. SueOctober 21, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    The old glitter would have wanted to come home with me. Cool stuff!

    Sue

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  7. BethOctober 21, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    I like the strawberry pin cushions in the glass jar! Too cute.

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  8. The Texas WomanOctober 21, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    I think the glitter wins!

    cher

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  9. TheresaOctober 21, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    My favorite is the unique packages of glitter. LOVE them all! I wouldn't have left any of it:) that's the way I shop and why I have soooo much stuff! Have a blessed day!

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  10. Hopemore StudioOctober 21, 2009 at 2:47 PM

    See we are all about the bling..I would have been in heaven if I'd found the glitter, especially the glass glitter, the original packaging is a bonus. Great finds.

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  11. opalirisOctober 21, 2009 at 3:00 PM

    i love the mirror and the adorable bottles of glitter

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  12. laterg8rOctober 21, 2009 at 3:05 PM

    i super love the jars and the strawberry pincushions :D

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  13. Cottage PanacheOctober 21, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    Cha~ching! What a treasure trove you found! Love it all! Right now I look like the Incredible Hulk! Green all over! Green is good ~ right?

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  14. One Gal's TrashOctober 21, 2009 at 3:28 PM

    Amazing finds...so glad your hands will be warm for years to come. My favorite? The strawberries. Sweet!
    xo

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  15. cindy-stitches-n-stuff.blogspot.comOctober 21, 2009 at 3:29 PM

    I need to start going to estate sales. I love the gloves and the glitter in the bottles. I've never boughten any. I went into Roberts to get some, and came out with glue glitter. Not the right thing.

    Gloves, great find.

    cindy@stitches

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  16. KathyOctober 21, 2009 at 3:35 PM

    Love the big jars. I can think of a million things to display in them.

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  17. Kim @ Starshine ChicOctober 21, 2009 at 4:04 PM

    I love the ribbon, the glitter & the flower frogs. I don't like wool, so I would have passed on the gloves. The jars and strawberry pincushions I probably would have bought as well. So basically I would have bought everything except for the gloves. But then, I don't have any money so I probably wouldn't have been able to buy anything. But it's fun to dream.

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  18. Sammy GirlOctober 21, 2009 at 4:31 PM

    Mmmmm ...
    I would not have left ANYTHING behind ... and would have wanted to "rescue" many other things, too!
    *sigh* that's why it was a good thing that i was not there ... lol!
    Hugs and thanks for sharing!
    Betty :)

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  19. JaneOctober 21, 2009 at 6:03 PM

    Love the flower frogs and although I'm not a big fan of glitter (I make too much of a mess) I was intrigued by the old glitter containers. You always find some great stuff.
    Jane

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  20. ★Carol★October 21, 2009 at 6:34 PM

    Joan, I would've wrestled you for the strawberry cushions and the glitter! And those gloves, I would've asked you nicely if I could buy a pair from you!
    Happy VTT!

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  21. PostcardyOctober 21, 2009 at 6:43 PM

    I probably would have bought the frogs and some ribbon. I like the gloves but they wouldn't keep my hands warm enough and wouldn't grip well.

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  22. Just a bed of rosesOctober 21, 2009 at 7:01 PM

    I would have bought it all also! I am jealous...love the glitter and the frogs the most.

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  23. SylviaOctober 21, 2009 at 7:06 PM

    Ohhh you had me on the jars...I love vintage jars...great finds, it all looks so good together.

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  24. LVOctober 21, 2009 at 7:38 PM

    All your choices are very good. However, for me I would take the wool gloves.

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  25. JocelynOctober 21, 2009 at 7:44 PM

    Wow great finds! Love the ribbons and the old containers. Happy VTT

    Jocelyn
    http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/

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  26. CharmingdesignsOctober 21, 2009 at 7:51 PM

    Oh how I would love to find the old jars...but then the glitter...but then the ribbon...I wouldn't leave any of it behind!

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  27. ShirleyOctober 21, 2009 at 8:42 PM

    I love the gloves and the jars and strawberries!!

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  28. Patti @ Pandoras BoxOctober 21, 2009 at 8:42 PM

    I would have run over you for the frogs and ribbons!! Great buys, lucky you...looking forward to seeing how you use it all

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  29. marianOctober 21, 2009 at 8:49 PM

    you picked up some fab goodie!..i LOVE those lovely old jars, pincushions & ribbons..happy VTT

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  30. KammyOctober 21, 2009 at 8:55 PM

    Girl you made out like a bandit !!
    I love old ribbon - tad jealous here....LOL !
    Kammy

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  31. Janet,October 21, 2009 at 9:10 PM

    The ribbons! I love lots of ribbons.

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  32. Jill@Barnes YardOctober 21, 2009 at 9:35 PM

    Ooooh, loving the frogs!

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  33. MaureenOctober 21, 2009 at 9:41 PM

    Love it all - especially the strawberries and the old containers.

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  34. CammieOctober 21, 2009 at 9:48 PM

    I love flower frogs! Are you selling some of them? How many did you get? What state do you live in, I may have to come and visit some of these places that have great garage sales!

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  35. CCOctober 21, 2009 at 10:35 PM

    Love all your wonderful finds.. the ribbon and strawberry pincushions are my favorites. Great finds..

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  36. TeresaOctober 21, 2009 at 10:43 PM

    Everything is great, but I would have chosen the glitter above all else. That old glitter is hard to find and really dresses up anything you use it for. Great find! Lucky you! ps love the gloves too!

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  37. Leigh of Tales from BloggeritavilleOctober 21, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    I am IN LOVE with those pincushions! LOVE!Thanks for linking up to thrifty Thursday, sweet friend!
    Leigh
    Tales from Bloggeritaville
    www.lbratina.blogspot.com

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  38. JessicaOctober 21, 2009 at 11:56 PM

    Love the glitter and as another Illinois resident, the wool gloves are going to come in handy soon! :) Great finds!

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  39. UnknownOctober 22, 2009 at 1:59 AM

    I would not have left anything behind! Those gloves look fabulous! Great haul!

    Tina

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  40. ColoradoladyOctober 22, 2009 at 4:57 AM

    Well...I wanted to be there at that sale, but it was too far away....LOL....I think there might have been a shoving match to make it to the tables first! Hahaha...I love the frogs and the wire pieces and the glitter, especially the containers. Have a great fall weekend and a happy VTT!

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  41. LisaOctober 22, 2009 at 5:36 AM

    LOVELY!! Great old glitter in the old containers and the frogs are wonderful!

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  42. Kathi FlyOctober 22, 2009 at 7:19 AM

    You can NEVER have too much glitter! Love that!

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  43. ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~October 22, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    I agree, Glitter is the best! What a haul you made. Love the jar and strawberries.

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  44. WandaOctober 22, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    I am green with envy, I would have bought it all and then some. What a great find.

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  45. maryOctober 22, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    the gloves for sure-those are fabulous!
    mary

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  46. DebbieOctober 22, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    Sounds like a fun auction. You got some great goodies but I would have left the gloves behind, not much use for them where I live. LOL.

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  47. Hootin AnniOctober 23, 2009 at 6:08 AM

    Those are called flower frogs? I didn't know that!!! I learned something new this morning...all thanks to you.


    Mine today is just a sketch I drew. [along with a little worksheet share for a simple craft project....AND links to my photos of the trip to the zoo!!! LOL ---a busy post.]

    Click HERE

    Have a glorious Friday, and super weekend.!!

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  48. jacjewelryOctober 23, 2009 at 7:22 AM

    Great finds! My favorites are the gloves (can't stand it when my hands are cold) and glitter!

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  49. MaryOctober 23, 2009 at 8:35 AM

    Ooooo, wonderful finds! I love the flower frogs and that tin sunburst mirror!!!

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  50. CindyOctober 23, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    Oh my gosh, I love it all. It's hard to pick a favorite! I like those old jars though!

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  51. SusanOctober 23, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    My favorite would have to be the old bottles and containers :o) Love stuff like like.
    Susan

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  52. Chari at Happy To DesignOctober 23, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    Hi Joan...

    Ohh my...are you kidding? I would have picked up all of these treasure finds in a heartbeat...plus would have probably added a few more! wink!

    Love all of your treasures, my friend! Those little strawberry pin cushions are adorable...love them...and they look so pretty displayed in the old jar!!! You're right about the neat old containers that the glitter is in...so pretty! Ohhh...and I love your iron flower cart...it's charming!!! I certainly could use a couple of those old floral frogs too! hehe!

    Well my friend, thank you for sharing your treasure finds with us...love each and every one of them!!!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  53. True North Interior Design & AntiquesOctober 23, 2009 at 1:09 PM

    I wish that I could have gone with you! I love everything that you baught - see you in a couple weeks!

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  54. Cami @ Creating MyselfOctober 23, 2009 at 2:51 PM

    Leave it all behind? Are you serious...NO WAY!!

    The old glitters are my favorite but the strawberries run a close second.

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  55. MichelleOctober 23, 2009 at 5:12 PM

    What a lovely bunch of finds.I'm in Illinois also. Keep warm & Stop by for a visit soon!
    Michelle

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  56. Chatty CroneOctober 23, 2009 at 8:24 PM

    The old bottles with glitter.

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  57. AdrienneOctober 24, 2009 at 7:18 PM

    wonderful finds! i love the strawberries and the glitter!

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  58. Kim @ Starshine ChicOctober 24, 2009 at 11:12 PM

    I'm back again from Donna's Saturday Nite party. I love how you can make a fabulous vignette just showing us the stuff you bought. You definitely have the knack. It was great seeing everything a second time.

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  59. Funky Junk InteriorsOctober 24, 2009 at 11:14 PM

    GREAT finds! That sunburst mirror is my fav of course, being the metal freak I am.

    Thanks for linking up to Saturday Nite Special!

    Funky Junk Donna

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  60. deborahOctober 24, 2009 at 11:28 PM

    the glitter, the mirror, the metal, oh my! You SCORED big time. Great post!

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  61. Lara HarrisOctober 25, 2009 at 5:56 PM

    LOVE, love, LOve the mittens!!:)

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  62. SherriOctober 25, 2009 at 7:48 PM

    Love the old jars and the wire cart planter! Nice items! What finds.

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  63. Nice and Easy AntiquesOctober 25, 2009 at 11:52 PM

    What? LOVE it all! The glitter and the strawberries: priceless!!!

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  64. UnknownOctober 26, 2009 at 6:06 AM

    Those bright red strawberry pin cushions take my breath away!

    When visiting my post, be sure to click on the "Follow" button if you like what you see. This way we can share one anothers creativity!

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  65. Uncanny FestoonOctober 26, 2009 at 7:37 AM

    woooow what finds. I love all the gliter in its original containers!



    Joy...........always

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  66. UnknownOctober 26, 2009 at 3:00 PM

    I love those frogs!

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  67. LoriOctober 26, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    SCORE!!! oh my, you really found some good stuff...LOVE the flower frogs...and the old glitter is fabulous!!!

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  68. Zita - Mlle MagpieOctober 26, 2009 at 7:51 PM

    All great stuff, but those flower frogs are my favourite find of yours!

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  69. UnknownOctober 26, 2009 at 8:24 PM

    Thanks for linking with me! I love that wire cart planter!!

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  70. Barbara JeanOctober 27, 2009 at 1:03 AM

    Glitter and fogs.
    Those would be my choices.
    Oh, like wire too.

    blessings

    barbara jean

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  71. kerwinOctober 27, 2009 at 8:01 AM

    Love the stuff.........is there any other sales coming up?

    I live in Hoffman Estates, IL.
    Looking for some fun sales, like your winneka one.

    Thanks

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  72. rebekahweckerly@gmail.comOctober 27, 2009 at 10:01 AM

    Oh wow!! You got some cool and unique items!! LOVE them all!!!

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  73. debOctober 27, 2009 at 10:11 AM

    How fun!!! Love the flower frogs!! You grabbed some great finds!
    *hugs*deb

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  74. PoppedijneOctober 27, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    What great and fun buy's.I especially love the wire things.

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  75. CarrieOctober 27, 2009 at 11:05 AM

    They are all nice finds but the mirror and the collection of flower frogs really caught my eye!

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  76. GranthamLynnOctober 27, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    Oh I love the jars and the white wire stuff.
    What a fun time you must have had.
    Congrats. on your treasures!
    Have a Blessed Week,
    Sherry

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  77. Karen at Nittany InspirationsNovember 2, 2009 at 10:13 PM

    You have a lot of items to begin many projects. I can't wait to see what you come up with.

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