I Spy with my little eye...

what do you think of when you see this photo??

How lucky for me that I had 20 extra minutes in my day today. So I ran into Goodwill and look what I spied with my little eye and snatched up for my house.


these pewter napkin rings. They are not Arthur Court but they look just like they could be and I love that stuff. I don't think they will be used at napkin rings but will probably be used for something with lots of ribbon on them. $1.99 for all 4

lately when my friends have a birthday I make the amazing Choc. Chip cake put it on a goodwill plate or cake stand and wrap it tons of cellophane and ribbon. So when ever I find a cool plate or cake stand I snatch it up for the needed cake holder. $4.99 - more than I would normally pay but this plate is so big and so heavy.


my friend Lisa's birthday is today so I was trying to find something for her. This beautiful bowl is silver plated and the bottom and was so gross and rusted. The glass is thick and not one chip. So I got it to fill with fresh strawberries and take to her tonight. It even has the made it Italy sticker on the bottom. $2.99

here is the after photo after I used my tarnish gel.

and here it is ready to deliver! not too bad of a birthday gift for $2.99

I also found 8 more of these dessert plates and found 12 of these glasses that come with the set. I now have 26 plates and always seem to find them when I go. I love these and now just need to host a gathering to use them all. Plates $1.99 each Glasses $.59 each
this mirror is awesome and so heavy. i cant' believe it didn't break right through the bag. It is likely it will get spray painted pink and put in the girls bedroom. But for today it is silver. $2.99

I also got 4 black toille plates (Melinda thought of you!) of 4 different historic places in Maryland

they each have the location and when it was built on the back. Company is Adams Antiques of Steubenville They were $1.99 each.
and last but not least did you recognize the top photo. Is there anyone who didn't have this pitcher growing up. Sally Jane and I were both thrilled to find this vintage yellow drink pitcher. It is in great shape and is a testament of the durability of Tupperware. It was $.99.

What do you think was my best deal?
What do you think I paid too much for?
is anyone else wondering where i find the time to thrift shop and then take photos and write about it - because i am wondering the same thing. I think the pile of laundry downstairs is the answer to that question.