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Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Let's Go Thrifting: Thrift Store Finds Vol 10


A curated collection of vintage furniture and decor from auctions, Facebook Marketplace, and thrift stores!


I've been hitting the thrift stores hard in preparation for the Lucketts Fall Market and it's been paying off!

My local Goodwill is hit or miss, so I often travel out of my county to go thrifting.  I won't complain though, the thrift stores I visit are in older towns and I usually walk out with great finds! 

I thrift often, arrive when the stores open, and follow my 18 favorite thrifting tips and tricks to increase my chances of finding the best deals! 
let's go thrifting, vintage finds
This will be a heavy picture post, so get comfortable, and let's go thrifting!

First, I wanted to share a couple of auction finds I remembered to take pictures of.

I've been hunting and collecting antique convex federal mirrors and have been fortunate to find four great ones.  Two large wood mirrors and two smaller syroco and metal mirrors. 

vintage suitcases and federal mirror

I also snagged a large collection of vintage cameras, suitcases, wool blankets, paint-by-number art, and other random vintage items. 

antique wool blankets

antique auction finds

I don't decorate with ironstone and don't intentionally look for it while thrifting, however, I will buy it if I find a great piece for a good price. 

I've encountered at least four large ironstone pitchers for less than $5 a piece!  There was no way I was leaving those behind. 

antique ironstone pitchers

antique ironstone pitcher

Vintage pottery and brass are always at the top of my thrifting list.  You can never have too many vintage brass candleholders, planters, and animals. 

thrift store brass decor on shelf

This brass bird was huge and incredible, but a little too pricey for my cheap budget.  I did find many other great brass pieces, including candleholders, duck bookends, a cricket, and the most amazing owl statue. 

brass bird at thrift store

thrift store haul

brass candle holders

vintage thrift store haul

brass and clothing thrift store finds

Thrift store vintage haul

thrift store haul

large vintage brass owl

Over the past few months, I collected affordable vintage tennis rackets for a cool display project.  You can find these old rackets in almost any thrift store, but finding inexpensive ones is a little more difficult.

vintage thrift store haul

I've also been on the hunt for vintage wool blankets and sweaters.  Rummaging through bins and flipping through clothing racks takes extra time, but I've found some great vintage textiles.  

vintage handmade wool blanket

Pendleton and Hudson Bay wool blankets may be more popular and sought after, but nothing beats a handcrafted vintage wool blanket.  I love the thickness and texture of this cream blanket I thrifted last month. 


blue and brown thrift store finds

vintage wool sweaters


vintage wool sweaters

Generally, I buy secondhand furniture from auctions or Facebook Marketplace rather than thrift stores.  Sadly, I don't encounter quality affordable furniture at thrift stores like I used to. 

I was lucky enough to find some great baskets, an amazing $15 Mid-Century Modern credenza, and a pair of four antique chairs that were 50% off. 

large antique basket

Vintage Redman basket

mid-century-modern dresser from thrift store

thrifted antique wood chairs

The deal of the year goes to this leather Chesterfield sofa that I randomly passed one mile from my home!  It'll be as good as new after an extensive wipe-down and conditioning.  

free leather Chesterfield sofa

I shop all seasons year long and have been heavily hunting fall and holiday decor.  Vintage owls, squirrels, Santa's, and deer have been at the top of my list. 

jack-o'-lanterns from thrift store

These thrifted jack-o'-lanterns were half off and perfect for a faux concrete Pottery Barn inspired makeover

DIY aged concrete jack-o'-lantern

vintage mccoy turkey platter

vintage owls and squirrels

vintage owls

Vintage Santa blow mold

How cute are these vintage (marked made in Japan) Santa and Mrs. Claus salt and pepper shakers? 

Vintage Santa and Mrs. Claus salt and pepper shakers

This incredible prancing brass deer wall decor was huge and only $7.99.  I couldn't grab it fast enough!
Vintage brass deer wall decor

vintage Santa mug

vintage bambi deer

Last but not least here are a few of my favorite vintage finds staged and heading to the Lucketts Fall Market in October. 

Neutral vintage finds, vintage brass

vintage brass decor

neutral vintage finds, brass decor

I still have a few weeks of hunting, picking, and thrifting until the market, and I look forward to seeing what other vintage treasures I can find! 



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  1. Wow! Just wow! Great finds. Can't believe all the brass you find.. and the wool blankets secured in leather looking straps. Awesome!

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