Saturday, October 27, 2007

I Finally Got Some Batteries

I finally got me some batteries! So without further ado, I wanted to share some recent finds...

The first is the sleeper sofa that I found at Craig's list. A woman was selling it in Wexford which is about a half an hour away. They wanted ... are you ready for this ... $175. That's it! I thought I was going to have to convince Kenny the value of this couch but I didn't. I'm so pleased and the colors are perfect for my living room.
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This picture is a little dark. I apologize for that. But it includes some Goodwill finds I got a while back. I love the vase ($2) which is probably 8 inches high and 6 inches wide and the Italian cookbook, still with the Barnes and Noble price tag of $8.99 on it, which I got for $3.99. The transferware plate reminds me of the Currier and Ives set of dishes my Nunnie had. I paid $1 for it! I found a courting candle, a small tin basin, and a hanging welcome tin each with a price tag of $.99. And the Footprints book I bought for Holly's dad for $3.
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And this picture is just one of my favorites of Kenny and Me. I just love this picture of him. I can't really explain why, either. I just do. Isn't he handsome??
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I'll be sure and share my latest finds at the new INDOOR FLEA MARKET that just opened in a later post. I found a ton of roosters for my kitchen and I only paid $12 for the whole lot of it. Plus I found a fireplace screen (made of HEAVY metal) that I want to redo. Kenny's building me a trunk/coffee table to hold all of my blankets. So, I'll have a whole bunch more to share later. In the meantime, have a great weekend everyone!!

37 comments:

FarmHouse Style said...

Oh, those are some lovely finds. I can't believe the deal you got on the sleeper sofa:)

I like the picture of you and Kenny, you both look very happy.

Have a great weekend my dear!

Rhonda

Belinda said...

Hi Julie...I love your new couch, and I see its passed the cat inspection already! Wow, you got a GREAT deal on it...it looks so comfortable and cozy.

And,what a sweet photo of you and your husband...you both look great, and so happy together. :-)

Flea Market Queen said...

What a lovely sofa...
And what a terrific photo of both of you!
Priscilla

Bethany said...

You are the deal finder!!! I am so bad at that... and your photo of you two is so cute ;)

Heidi said...

I am so happy to see into your home now too Julie. It is so fun to be able to 'peek in a virtual window' at each other's homes. It also brings so much inspiration. I love your sleeper sofa. Such warm and cozy colors. Back home, you can all find such great bargains at thrift shops. We don't have that kind of luck often here. Everything looks wonderful but that transferware plate is a real treasure! I hope you will find a good place to set it out for the holidays. I remember you saying things are not safe from your cats.

Speaking of cats, I loved seeing yours! I used to have cats like that named Lappie and Odie.

You and Kenny look really happy together! You make a sweet couple.

Hope you are having a super weekend!

~~ Heidi ~~

Mary Isabella and Kiley too! said...

Wow what a beautiful soaf and some ready good finds. mary

BittersweetPunkin said...

Hey Julie! I love your new couch! Great find,,,love your thrift stuff too. Mu favorite in the whole post is the pic of you and DH! You look so happy!!
Have a great weekend!
Love, Robin

Back Through Time said...

Hope you are having a great weekend and what cool finds!! Your kitty looks a lot like mine.
Can't wait to see more stuff!!
Michelle

Anonymous said...

Looks like you've been having a good time!
Alexandra

Emily said...

Hey, nice couch! The cat on it is so cute. I love cats.

That is a good picture of you- you look very happy.
Have a good day!

Mrs. Cherry Heart said...

Julie I think the kitties love "THEIR" new sofa! lol
What a great deal!

You are not going to believe it....just last weekend when we went downstate and I bought the same white vase at the thrift store!
I love it!
Too funny huh!

Love all the other goodies you found!

I can see why you love the pic of you n Kenny....Its perfect! Great christmas card photo!

Xo,
Dolly

lori said...

GEORGIA here....GET OUT!! I used to live in WEXFORD!!!! YES, WEXFORD! :)

THAT is too weird!!!
I didn't recognize the couch...but hey, you never know!
cute pics!
have a great Saturday!
lori

Alice said...

That Kenny of yours sure is a hunk!

I'll never understand why people want to get rid of almost new furniture like your sofa. It looks really pretty. And it's nice to see the kitties approve.

Sweet Cottage Dreams said...

Everything is so pretty and love the transferware plate!!!! Look at how cute you and Kenny are! You look so happy Julie!!! He must be a wonderful hubby!! Have a wonderful weekend! xo, Becky

Unknown said...

Great deals Julie! Don't you just get all excited when you get a good bargain, I know I do. And that pic of you and your hubby is really great. You both look so happy. Hope you are having a great weekend.

Mary said...

Wow -- great price for that sleeper sofa! Love all your finds, especially the plate (of course!)

What a sweet picture of you and Kenny. :)
xoxo,
Mary

Bristol said...

Julie- The cat loves the couch I see. I love plaid, I have a plaid couch. I think that picture of you to his wonderful!! I think you look very pretty as well. How long have you guys been married?
Have a good one!
Bristol

blessings said...

Your sofa, finally!! Yay! It really does go well with your colors. I'm so glad for you. Blessings.. Polly

Justabeachkat said...

What a sweet photo of the two of you....looks like love for sure! And your new sofa looks like a wonderful place for snuggling :-)

Have a great weekend.

Hugs!
Kat

Dena said...

Hi Julie,

What a great deal on you couch and I love all of your thrift finds! I can't wait to see that rooster collection.

What a cute couple you two make :)

Hugs,
Dena

Anonymous said...

Great pic of you and hubby Julie - so sweet!

Can't wait to see your other finds!

Terri Steffes said...

You are just reeking of happiness! I love the couch and I think the colors are great.

Great picture of you two!

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

What wonderful finds! I have to start checking out Craigs List around here. Everyone seems to get great buys!
Penny

Rose of Sharon said...

Wow! What a good deal on the sofa! Also, I love all your Goodwill treasures! It is so fun! I can't wait to see your flea market treasures too!

Yes, your hubby is handsome and that is an awesome picture of you both!

:0) Sharon

Anita said...

Great sofa... But I love the picture of you and Kenny! Such happy vibes!!

Hope your weekend is going great! :)

Scrappy Moments said...

What Great Finds , Love That sofa, Sounds like you got a Great Deal on it :)

Wonderful Pictures Julie :)

Angie

Supermom said...

Now that of you I can definitely see the Italian in you. :-) I hope you have a fabulous Sunday

Esther Sunday said...

Great finds! Love, Esther

kari and kijsa said...

Great finds- Only how many $$$ for that couch! Wow- now that is great shopping!!!!
Can't wait to see more!!

blessings,
kari & kijsa

Anonymous said...

So glad you got the batteries so we can see your great new sofa. I declare, I just have to check out Craig's list. Really cute picture. ~ Smiles ~ Lynn

Rosemary said...

Wow Julie,
Some really great finds you got there. What a nice picture of you two.
I just got back from the wedding weekend. I posted the first pictures on my blog.
Can't wait for you to see them.
Hope you are having a great night.
Rosemary

Meggie said...

Great photo of the two of you, yes, Kenny is a VERY handsome guy! Where is the indoor flea market? My friends and I were supposed to go to the Rogers, Ohio flea market last Friday but canceled because of the rain. An indoor flea market sounds like heaven to me.

BellaColle said...

Agggh! I just love finds like that!!! just ask me about 'two woman and a honda'...your new finds are fab my dear!!! and you and your honey are sooo cute!!
hugs!
~Christine

Cris said...

Awesome! Love your findings, wow, I wish we had Good will here and yardsales... The picture of you guys is so beautiful, thanks for sharing!

Vandoren Academy said...

Congrats on your recent finds! Isn't that just the best! I'm on a mission to decorate my home is all previously owned stuff, that way I am not contributing to more new stuff being made using up more resources. Plus it is more creative that way and a whole lot cheaper! And that photo of you and Kenny really is very cute! ;)
Best wishes, Cece

Carrie said...

That is a nice photo of the both of you.
The sofa was a great find -- such a nice warm color and pattern.

Kim @ Home Is Where The Heart Is said...

Hi Julie, Your new sofa is great! Glad you found such a wonderful deal.

I love your newest finds. Where is the indoor flea market?

Thank you for always taking the time to visit me. You had wanted to know where the WOW outlet was, well it's in Greensburg, near Westmoreland Mall and the Goodwill store. Hope this helps.

Love, Kim