treasure finds: seek the unique

Any chance I get I will explore and this is another treasure find to cross off my list!  I've visited Seek the Unique quite a few times, but I managed to stop myself from just slobbering all over the goods and actually take some photos this time.  High fives.  This shop is located on the Eastside of the river and is actually packing up to move its current location one block over to an entire building, plus they are adding other vendors.  Its sure to be a little slice of vintage junk heaven!

 

 

For my Portland friends are there any places you think I should explore next? Let me know! xo

treasure finds: thrift score

I have been on a mission to find a table for one of the walls of our living room, something I can put a record player (& records), books, a plant and large print on.  I have been checking big name stores, local shops & craigslist for something that just feels like 'the one, but no luck. 

Last week while out running a few errands I drove pass the mother ship of thrift shops.  Seriously this place is huge, so huge it has a cafe in it. What?  I was surprised at how empty the store was and one of the employees told me that the entire store was 50% off the next day -well well- I like saving, but I like being in an empty store more.  I took my precious time browsing and hit the jackpot with all these goodies for $39!

Since we had previously collected so many things over the years, I promised my husband that I will be more thoughtful on my thrifting adventures and I know we can use everything.  Okay maybe everything. I won't lie, I have no idea what I need a light up telephone sign for- but really? How could I not.  

Treasure Breakdown:

side table 15

lamp 5

blanket 5 (which i turned in to a rug)

light up sign 5

hanging fruit basket 3

black wire basket 2

drawer 3 (perfect for supplies in my studio)

jar 1

Oh and if you're wondering, I still haven't found the table I'm looking for!

I like the smell of old things

Take that title how you want it, but it's true. =) Give me something old that has seen more years then me and I'm.in.heaven.  I could spend hours upon hours (& longer) browsing antique shops, flea markets, yard sales and thrift stores.  I would consider it to be my meditation and something I try to do as often as possible.

When the idea for Fawn & Flora was starting to come together Dana and I knew we wanted to have a section for vintage finds and pretty things.  Although there are new items in that part of our shop, we try to add in vintage when possible and searching for the best quality of items is probably the coolest thing, since it's something I already love to do!  The other day I needed out of the house really bad, like step away from the internet-catch my breath-get a tall coffee & calm down- kind of bad.. and the antique shops and thrift stores ended up being my besties when I needed them most! I only had my phone with me, as taking photos was not my priority reasoning behind this trip.  I did manage to take a few though..

I scored tons of amazing things to add to my personal collection (like the little deer!), lots and lots of sewing notions, stamps & fabric.  Plus some beautiful items I plan on adding to the shop tomorrow!


Today I'm linking up with Mandy over at Harpers Happenings & Liz at The Blue Eyed Owl for their Thursday Thrifting linky parties!