Sometimes, It Only Takes A Dollar

Many years ago I had a tag sale and I swore that I would never, ever do it again.

We had just moved into our current home and I wanted a fresh decorating start.

I figured that I could use the cash for renovations.

Not bad for a buck, huh?

The items were all in such great shape it was hard for me to just dump or donate them, so I decided a sale would be the way to go.

Monetarily it was a huge success, I made almost $700.00. Not bad for a few hours' work, but it was exhausting.

I've not had another one since and the local thrift shop loves me now, as I'm a very frequent donator.

That being said, I do enjoy going to tag sales. I'm always looking for unique items, I'm drawn to antiques.

I like project pieces too, but, above all, I cannot resist a bargain.

This past weekend, the rain finally paused and my sister had a tag sale of her own. 

One of her friends brought over some goodies, too. So of course, I went over to poke around a bit and I scored big.

For one dollar apiece, I bought two lovely teapots and a very pretty bowl. Three dollars and I'm a superstar. Check out my kitchen...dressed in my new treasures. A new bowl adds some life and color to my kitchen table.

Tulip season has passed.

Now I'm into lemons and limes.  They're much heartier than flowers and this bowl is perfect to hold them. I love the colors.

To dress it up a bit and add some height to my circular table, I placed it in a glass trifle bowl. 

It is elevated and really pops.

I placed her on my pine server, grabbed two mugs out of the cupboard, added a plate of fruit and voila, a quick and colorful update.

Pssst- you should see where she ended up now...and she's raking in the dough!

Redecorating does not have to be an expensive proposition.

Like I said, not bad for a buck.


What do you think, did I get my money's worth?

😉

Here are a few more thrifty finds:

• Finding True Love At The Thrift Store
• Home Decor Thrift Store Haul
• Cottage Style Thrift Store Finds

Happy Thrifting, Friends!