I was able to get out to some sales last weekend, so I thought I'd show you what caught my eye.
Did you know this was a nut grinder? I did not when I bought it, but the good people on Facebook identified it for me.
I really bought it because
a) it was vintage
b) it had a cool decal/graphic on it
c) I love old kitchen gadgets
The fact that it has a purpose only makes it better!
When you turn that handle, blades inside the square tube (oxymoron) turn and chop up the nuts.
On Facebook, Judy said she has one that has a matching breadbox and kitchen canisters. I may have peed my pants right then and there if all those pieces were at the yard sale.
I bought this Jubilee Insulated Jug because
a) it's a thermos
b) it's a thermos
c) it's a thermos
Oh, and in case you didn't know, it's a thermos (or insulated jug if you want to get all technical about it)!
I have enough plaid thermoses (did I just say that?), so I'm trying to branch out in other colors and I was super excited to find this turquoise baby!
Speaking of branches, my son was just sneezing up a storm the other day when I was taking these photos. I was just thinking he was getting another cold and all of a sudden it dawned on me that I had tree branches in the house on one of the largest tree pollen days this spring.
Don't forget to nominate me for Mother Of The Year next month!
I bought a plastic (acrylic??? lucite???) cake cover at a church sale last weekend. Normally the cake cover would have a bottom plate, but for 25 cents I bought it without. I'm sure I'll find a matching bottom at the thrift stores this summer.
Or now that I've jinxed myself by saying it out loud, I'll probably never find its soulmate..
I made a beeline for this old tin when I saw it at the church sale. And then when I picked it up I got even more excited , because there were things rolling around inside it!!!
I could not for the life of me get the lid open, but I was just sure it was some little old lady's hiding place for grocery money or something.
Because Mildred grew up in the depression and didn't believe in banks so she hid all her money here. Her nephews who were cleaning out her house after she died didn't realize there was anything in it, so they donated it to the church sale.
Or so the scenario plays out in my mind.
No such luck.
The hubby pried it open when I got home and Mildred was just hiding some old spools of thread and a couple sewing needles.
BORING.
Have you found anything fun and exciting at the thrift stores or yard sales lately?
Have you found Mildred's super special secret hiding place?
Erin
Yes, yes, yes! Please keep sharing. I love seeing what others find.
Theresa
I love hearing about your thrifting finds - it's what drew me to your blog. Now I'm hooked - look forward to all your posts!
chris aka monkey
i can't afford to go thrifting or yard saleing so i love seeing what you find, so please keep up the good work, you find the coolest things and take the best pics too xx
Audrey
Give yourself a budget - you'd be surprised what you can find for under $5!
Pam
I rarely spend more than $5 and sometimes I pay with change from my car 🙂 And thank you for liking my photos!!! You made my day!
Eme
I believe you find the best vintage and antique items! I enjoy seeing them displayed as you also have a knack for putting it altogether making it look blended and effortless . I too have one of those nut choppers and had no idea that is what it was. I just thought maybe small coffee grinder. LOL Keep on posting your finds and your humor, it makes your blog one of the best.
Pam
I'm glad I'm not the only one! I NEVER would have thought it was a nut grinder. My husband was sure you'd stick a stick of butter in it. Not sure why you'd be grinding up butter 🙂
Christopher
The thrill of the hunt is my favorite part of thrifting, so I love to hear about everyone's adventures and see their great finds!
Theresa
Love reading about your treasure hunting finds!
Annette K
Yes, please bring more of your sale finds. I love the turquoise color cooler and the nut grinder is out of this world. Thanks for sharing with all of us.
Audrey
I love hearing about your thrifting finds. I used to go to yard sales and thrift stores a lot but since my Mom passed away (and I got all of her thrify good finds) I don't feel such an urge to do it any more. Plus my daughter threatened me ; "what am I going to do with all of your junk when you are gone"!! These youngsters and their IKEA... LOL! Keep it coming Pam.
Carol Sferra
Love!!!!
Bonnie Schulte
Boy, this post makes me feel really really old. My Mom had the nut grinder, and I am still using it. Looks just like yours. Vintage is a nice word, for above (really really old).Bonnie in Cold WI
Leslie in MN
The older I get (and I'm pretty old now!) the more I like looking at the little mundane incidentals of every day life of the past. I wax nostalgic at the drop of a hat! I enjoy your thrifting finds and how you make such clever use of them to decorate your home. It warms my soul. Thank you.
Laura C
Keep the vintage finds coming! I love those posts the most!
Jo-Ann
Hello! I love the vintage items you share from the yard sales, estate sales etc. Please keep sharing them.
Jean Goza
I love your posts about the vintage goodies you find.Don't stop!
Morning Waters
Yes, I love thrift store find stories. Keep them coming. My latest great thrift find was 3 Awesome quilts found at my local Goodwill outlet!! And 4 vintage train cases in one shop. All costing less than $4 each!
Pam
Wow!!! I'm jealous!
Gloria Richards
Nice haul! I too love kitchen gadgets and all kinds of vintage pieces. I haven't gotten out yet but am chomping at the bit. It's great fun seeing what you have collected in your travels so thank you for posting them. Good hunting.
Pam
There's still not that many sales around here, but I bet starting in May there will be too many to go to 🙂
Barbara
Love the nut grinder. I did not know what it was until you said it. It's gorgeous and does indeed look SO vintage!!! Hang on to that. Is it in good enough shape to actually use it? Grinding those nuts in a hand-cranked grinder would sure make my fresh apple cake taste better!
Pam
I can't figure out how to clean it. It's pretty grimy looking where the blade things are 🙂
Vickie
My grandma had a nut grinder like yours, but not with the sweet decal! It's going to look adorable in your kitchen....or wherever you display it. And the turquoise thermos is so perfect for a summer accent! So sorry you didn't find a tin full of diamond jewelry, but the tin itself is pretty darn cute. Great finds, Pam!
Pam
There's always next time. I did find a "diamond" ring in a box of stuff one time. It had an adjustable band, so pretty sure it wasn't the real thing (plus the silver was flaking off)!
melinda
What a great thermos!
We haven't had any sales here yet but I have
seen signs that there are some this weekend. Here
we go.
M : )
Colleen
Definitely keep bringing the thrifting posts, it's one of the reasons I love your blog! You're a girl after my own heart.