Is it really possible to have 5 favorite flea market finds? The answer is no but I am sharing some of favorites today and I will continually add to my list.
It’s no secret that I am a flea market junkie and I couldn’t possibly narrow my list down to just 5 favorite treasures so I am thinking this topic will be headed towards a “to be continued” post.
Favorite Flea Market Finds #1 – Milk Glass
I am so late to the milk glass scene but I am having a great time playing catch up as I hunt around for some interesting and unique milk glass pieces. Hop over and see how I display my current milk glass collection in my kitchen.
My personal rule of thumb for milk glass is to find something beyond the basic bud vase and I won’t pay over $2 for a piece of milk glass. With that being said, I snatched up this milk glass bucket with sterling silver handle right away because the price was right ($2) and I have never seen a piece like it before.
Favorite Flea Market Finds #2 – Yardsticks
I am so incredibly drawn to the faded, worn colors of vintage yardsticks as well as the graphics and typography used on each piece.
I have several farmhouse projects throughout my house that include yardsticks. Most recently I shared my Vintage Yardstick Picture Frame that is hanging on the gallery wall I am slowly building in my Modern Farmhouse Kitchen. I also used yardsticks to make my wooden farmhouse table runner.
Favorite Flea Market Finds #3 – Chairs
I can’t even explain my obsession with chairs but I have a basement full of random chairs in various shapes and sizes to prove my love.
My absolute favorite is my $1 chair that I repurposed into a flower planter. The chippy blue color and the scrolled back did it for me and the $1 price tag made it irresistible.
Favorite Flea Market Finds #4 – Picture Frames
Would you believe me if I told you that I have a 4 ft by 4 ft picture frame on my living room wall? Yep, I do and I had the frame in my stash for over a year before I put it up on the wall. At last count I have over 12 different upcycled old picture frames throughout my house.
The frame I have on my front porch was in my collection for over 2 years before I painted it with my homemade aqua chalky paint. Oh and I won’t pay more than $1 for any picture frame.
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Favorite Flea Market Finds #5 – Old Books
I think I am drawn to old books because I feel like they are disappearing due to our digital, paperless era. I know people don’t want to hear this but I do believe one day books and libraries will be a thing of the past but for now I enjoy using old books in my décor.
I made this Vintage Book Page Wreath out of an old book that was worn, torn and missing pages. To be honest, I have book page art all throughout my house and I only use books that are falling apart.
So those are my “go to” flea market finds but this story is definitely “to be continued” as I scour my local flea markets and add to my junk collection.
I am obsessed with finding picture frames at flea markets. There are so many uses for them that you can never have enough picture frames.
Me too Mary….so much you can do with a frame.
I like frames too. I also love old bottles with pretty colors and wire baskets. I also adore pretty little creamers. I love the inexpensive finds that make me happy.
These are some pretty good finds! I’ve seen so many chairs at thrift stores that I want to bring home but between the dishes glasses and other stuff I can’t resist there is no room.
I seem to collect chairs and frames. I will be on the look out for yard sticks, milk glass and old books.
Hahaha….I am feeding your addiction. Nice to have company in this obsession.
I share your love (for me I think it is an obsession, lol) for chairs…I would take home every orphaned chair I saw if my hubby would let me 😉
It is so hard to pass up a chair….can never have too many chairs.
I’m obsessed with frames too, they are so versatile! You can do so many things with them, I still have to try hanging a wreath on one.
Thanks for the sharing with us at Sweet Inspiration!
I am obsessed with too many things and frames are one of them. Thanks for visiting.
I am floored by the yardstick tray…totally love it. I love everything I think…once I say oh I love dishes, the next thing I realize but I love chairs and yes have a lot. My problem is I am buying retail. I don’t have a thrift nearby and I can spend hours in them. You have inspired me to make a visit on our upcoming vacation! I’m excited now.
Debbie…I couldn’t live without visiting my local thrift stores on a weekly basis….to me it’s like going to Target….but cheaper.
Chairs are my weakness. Can you have too many? I think not.
Thanks for sharing your 5 Favorites!
Chairs and many other things are my weakness….I like everything.
What a great surprise to find today…thanks for the feature on your link party.
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