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{It's Been A Hot Minute Y'all}

  Well, it's not HOT in my neck of the woods in temperature (not today anyway) but it's sure been a HOT minute since I last posted. For that I am so sorry but it seems my life has been consumed with doctor appointments, tests, and MORE tests, biopsies, surgery and so much more. One day at a time sweet Jesus is all that any of us can ask for. Wanted to pop in on this beautiful Sunday afternoon to share a little about what I've been up too.  Marty and I enjoyed a weekend at the beach before I had breast cancer surgery and took advantage of the time I had in between so many doctor appointments and testing. It was sure a good little getaway.  We celebrated our 47th wedding anniversary in September. WOW! Just babies! LOL! We were high school sweethearts. Started dating at age 16. Married at age 18 and started a family at age 20.  We celebrated Marty's birthday in October. He says that he's feeling his age these days. LOL! He still works 4 days a week and has a long commu

Woo Hoo! Great Thrifty Finds

Here you see just an overall "great stash".Except for two pieces I will save till last. My favorite!


The wooden sconces reminded me of some I used to have and got rid of years ago. I decided I needed another set...$2 each from GW. My plan right now is to repaint and use on my front porch with candles. Maybe that will entice me to sit on my front porch more!
 Yellow Cloth napkins. You know I am having a lemonade party on the front porch in May for a few young moms and my colors are blue, yellow and white. Already had some yellow cloth napkins but not quite enough. Found the perfect color at a Thrift Store and a great price 7 for $1.95.
 And I found this ice bucket a little different. As you can see the outside of the bucket is clear. My mind was going 100 mph....I already have an idea to make this icebucket unique when I use it for my lemonade party! I will post that later. But...it was $1.95--Thrift Store

And I found a sleigh! Here it is fixing to be Spring and I found a sleigh! But it is so stinking cute and for $2.95 I couldn't pass it up! It will going next to fireplace for Christmas! 

Not sure what this next piece is called but looks like it was used maybe to hold fruit. I just love it and it has great potential. Plans are to clean it up, sand it, paint it! For $1.99 I thought it to be a nice little piece.
This clock was just sitting there saying, "Take me home, take me home" and for $2.99 I brought him home. I love the rustic colors in this clock and if I don't change my mind and I am bound too (you know how we women are) I plan to use it in the bedroom that my husband calls his hunting room. We're going to re-do that room and its new name will be the "Whitetail Deer Room". So that clock will probably go there. Sharyl got me to looking at clocks after reading her post. Check it out @ http://thelittlebrownhouse.us/?s=clocks
This I found this last piece at a yard sale. A beautiful, big frame for $5. It a little on the heavy side and looks to be aged somewhat. The details on this frame is what caught my eye! I see a complete makeover coming for this sweet piece but my mind is racing to how I really want to display it. 
Thanks for looking at my Thifty Tuesday Stuff! 
Be sure to join Linda at Coastal Charm for Nifty Thrifty Tuesday....Those gals really find some great Thrifty Finds....http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.com
'Have a Blessed Day. Cindy

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  1. Great finds! That frame is amazing!

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  2. For less than $20 I would say you have quiet a stash there! I can't wait to see what you do with the frame. Trinty

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  3. You found some fabulous finds! Love that clock -- I'd pay big money for that! The frame is awesome too! You don't need to add anything to it...it's an art piece in and of itself!

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  4. Wow, You really scored with that frame! Way to go :)

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  5. I want to see what you do with the ice bucket!!!! That frame looks old and I bet at one time it was an expensive piece. Probably still would be in an Antique store! I can't imagine you not putting a picture in it but got a feeling you will come up with something creative! Can't wait to see! Lizzy

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  6. Great finds! My favorite is the clock. It sounds like a perfect addition to the Whitetail Deer Room.
    Jane

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  7. I love love love the clock and frame! You got some great stuff! Looks like you are going to be busy! Thanks for adding my link! Love ya girl!

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  8. Great finds you have there. I guess my favorite piece is that wooden looking fruit thingy! I can Lemons in it now for your lemonade party!!!
    Audrey

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  9. Hi Cindy,

    It looks like you have found ALL kinds of goodies!!! I hope to find some cloth napkins as I want to start using them instead of paper napkins. Sounds like your lemonade party is going to be FUN!!

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  10. Cindy, I can see you have your black belt in thrify shopping! I ♥ ♥ ♥ that scrolly frame!!! I would have knocked you over & stepped right over your body to grab that puppy.
    No, not really...I'm really very courteous. I would have said "PLEASE get your hands off it!?" LOL

    Great finds!
    fondly,
    Rett

    Thanks for stopping by the Gazebo House today.

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  11. Wow, you got some great deals. Especially that frame. The 2 tiered tray is going to be so cute when you paint it.

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  12. I love the frame, it's gorgeous and the clock also!

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  13. Wonderful treasures! Thank you for sharing...love the clock and frame!

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  14. Great finds!! LOVE the clock and frame! Heck I love all you got...just awesome to find the napkins...and they were a steal
    *hugs*deb

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  15. Cindy,

    I would have snapped that frame up quicker than a hummingbird flies in for a drink! Love it! I can't wait to see what you do with that wood tier tray...so many possibilities!

    Hugs ~ Angie

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  16. You've made excellent thrifty buys! Each piece has a special use and is very attractive -- especially the carved frame.

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  17. What wonderful finds Cindy!~ The frame is my favorite...you can paint it if you want and hang a plate in the middle of it on your wall, that would look really neat!!~

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  18. Hello Mrs. Cindy! How are you doing? You find the cutest things and have the best ideas for how to use them...just wanted to tell you that!!
    Have a great day!!


    Tami Jager

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  19. Thanks for stopping by my blog and for your sweet comment. You have some great thrifty finds! I especially like the last two pieces. Great detail and love that vintage clock.

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  20. fun finds, can't wait to see what you will do with them!

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  21. I love all the stuff you found. You have a great eye! The frame is awesome. Can't wait to see what you use it for! (hint, hint)

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  22. I'm green with envy over that frame. How gorgeous it is. it'll be beautiful after you work your magic on it.

    thanks for visiting junkblossoms. Hope you'll visit again soon. Blessings, Pat.

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  23. What wonderful thrifty finds! That frame is gorgeous!

    Kat :)

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  24. Cindy,
    Thanks for coming to my PARTY...hope you had a good time! I luv that FRAME...soooo neat! Be sure to come by and check in on me on Thursday...yu will see why:)Happy NTT!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  25. Wonderful finds! I love the old shabby clock. Clocks are a passion of mine. I like to make them and collect them. I see alot of cool old clocks on blogs but I haveen't been able to find one. But it's alot of fun looking.

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  26. Love your nifty thrifty stuff--- and that frame is to die for!!! love it! I'll have to join the the fun next week. Cause Thursday is 1$ day at GW.

    Thanks for your sweet comment about my ottoman re-do. And, guess what...it's easier than it looks! I promise.

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  27. Wonderful Thrifty Finds! I love that clock!!!! Looking forward to the redo of the frame.

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  28. Wow, are you ever lucky! I'd kill for a frame like that!!!

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  29. Awesome finds. You are a girl after my own heart! I love Goodwill and finding a bargain! BTW, I own that gold sleigh and I put a pot of poinsettias in it during the holidays.

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  Well, it's not HOT in my neck of the woods in temperature (not today anyway) but it's sure been a HOT minute since I last posted. For that I am so sorry but it seems my life has been consumed with doctor appointments, tests, and MORE tests, biopsies, surgery and so much more. One day at a time sweet Jesus is all that any of us can ask for. Wanted to pop in on this beautiful Sunday afternoon to share a little about what I've been up too.  Marty and I enjoyed a weekend at the beach before I had breast cancer surgery and took advantage of the time I had in between so many doctor appointments and testing. It was sure a good little getaway.  We celebrated our 47th wedding anniversary in September. WOW! Just babies! LOL! We were high school sweethearts. Started dating at age 16. Married at age 18 and started a family at age 20.  We celebrated Marty's birthday in October. He says that he's feeling his age these days. LOL! He still works 4 days a week and has a long commu