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Thrifty Treasures

I went to a thrift shop on my lunch hour today and found a few treasures.  The proceeds from this thrift shop goes to a local battered women's shelter, so you can have fun shopping and know that the money you spend goes to a good cause.

 The above runner has a lovely texture.  It is about 5 or 6 feet long and cost $3.00.
 I just love this heart shaped dish.  It was only $3.00.  It's about 6 or 8 inches across.

 Three white place mats for $3.00.  They match some I already have so I was glad to find these.
This is another runner that was $2.00.  It is shorter than the other runner, but has pointed ends and tassels while the longer one is straight across on the ends.  I plan to use these at the home in South Georgia, but may do a table scape with them here first.  The longer runner may be used as a window treatment in one of the bathrooms at our other home.  It would work perfectly.

I am joining the party at Slice of Surburbia.  Thanks Kristin for hosting!
I'm also joining Nifty Thrifty Tuesday.  Thanks to Linda for hosting this fun party.

On Friday, I am joining the Junkin'  party at Linda's.
Be sure to stop by these parties for lots of inspiration!

Comments

  1. UnknownJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:35ā€ÆPM

    What fabulous finds you have for a great price. ... they are lovely!

    We are having a GIVEAWAY ~
    Have a beautiful eve ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  2. All That GlittersJanuary 25, 2011 at 10:42ā€ÆPM

    Ooh!!! I love your palm tree finds!!!

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  3. Rose H (UK)January 26, 2011 at 4:49ā€ÆAM

    Your runners are really lovely Kathy, love the palm trees. What great place mats, love the quilting, but the first prize goes to your heart dish! I'm not really a 'flowery' type person, but I've really fallen for this lovely romantic dish...just the thing for Valentine ;O)

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  4. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:54ā€ÆAM

    To Rose H: (UK)
    I fell for the heart dish too! It's in perfect condition. One of those, don't need it but have to have it items. :)

    Blessings,
    Kathy

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  5. Barb January 26, 2011 at 11:57ā€ÆAM

    Hi Kathy, lovely! I know you will have fun playing with these cuties!

    Happy Wednesday to you!

    Barb ā™„

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:24ā€ÆPM

    Thanks for coming by my blog and leaving a comment...I love comments! Cute Ballerina you have there!

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  7. acorn hollowJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:19ā€ÆPM

    I love your runners I would really like to sit under a palm tree right now. It is so cold here.
    thanks for your visit and I have put you in for the giveaway good luck
    Cathy

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  8. Ms. Bake-itJanuary 28, 2011 at 11:06ā€ÆAM

    Great finds! My son and DIL would love the palm tree runners you found!

    ~ Tracy

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  9. Linda @ A La CarteJanuary 28, 2011 at 11:14ā€ÆAM

    You found some really stuff! Love the runners, I bet they will look great on a tablescape. Thanks so much for joining JFF! Hugs, Linda

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  10. BettyJanuary 29, 2011 at 7:15ā€ÆAM

    I really like the table runners. My mind keeps going to Hawaii recently. Can't imagine why...Brrrr But I love the heart-shaped dish.

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  11. Through My Red DoorJanuary 29, 2011 at 7:36ā€ÆPM

    You did good! I never have that kind of luck at thrift stores, must hit them at the wrong time!

    Thanks for stopping by today and your kind words!
    Sheila

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  12. SJ @ Homemaker On A DimeJanuary 30, 2011 at 11:35ā€ÆPM

    Your cupboard turned out great! Thanks for coming over and leaving a thoughtful thought. I'm a follower now, too.

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