Monday, August 31, 2009

A Chee Hoo Kind of Day!

Saturday Tresa and I went to an antique show in Chicago. It was awesome! I didn't realize that they held this once a month during the summer. I will definitely go back next year. I took the train in and we went to breakfast first. It was Tresa's birthday. I am not sure how she keeps getting older and I don't!!

I ended up buying some plates to make some cake stands. Most of what I bought were really little ones that I use for soap dishes, jewelry holders and candy dishes. I got a great deal...partly because the shop owner was Tresa's neighbor!!

Then I also bought two pairs of very old beaded earrings and some vintage buttons. What am I going to do with those you ask?? My daughter-in-law, Bernadette showed me a pin that she bought and the creative wheels started turning. Once the craft shows are done, I'll make some and show them to you. Very, very cute!!!

Make it a wonderful day!!

7 comments:

Joanna Jenkins said...

You scored!!!! Get finds.
Have a wonderful week.
xo

Unknown said...

I have the same pattern of the three largest ones you pictured! Isn't it a pretty pattern?

Nancy

Bluebell said...

Love the plates, I am collecting plates, cups and saucers in bone china for my daughters wedding she wants a shabby chic wedding I have collected 87 sets so far. I love the buttons and cant wait to see the brooch (Pin).

Michele said...

I think these are my favorite blog entries to read... what kind of cool deals others are getting on their shopping sprees! Thanks for sharing.

Angela said...

I can't wait to see the new creations!!

Lanyardlady said...

It will be exciting to see what you come up with, as always! Sounds like a wonderful day with your daughter.

aliceinparis said...

I love days full of puttering and finding new shops and events:)

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