Monday, February 23, 2009

2nd Hand Tuesday


After looking through all the things
I rescued today with plans to
breathe new life into
and give another chance to be loved,
mosey on over to Diane's to see
what else has been given a 2nd chance.
Hit a thrift store today that I hadn't
been to in about a year. All
this stuff must have been waiting
just for me...how nice!


The other day I was surfing the web
looking for fun cool stuff and
came across an old sewing machine
vignette that I just had to do.

Usually I have to wait longer than
one day to come across something
I am looking for. WOO-HOO!


Sweet Life Adventures on the
Way to Paradise

I mean is that not the truth?


Another weakness of mine...pillows.
They are to me what a canvas
is to a painter.

Soon I will enter my new studio
and baby the saw dust is gonna fly!

The man I bought the sewing
machine from asked if I had a shop.
"No, I said, I am in the collection mode."
"You will some day, you will," he said.

Smile and your feelings will follow!
~Candy~

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19 comments:

  1. Sandi McBrideFebruary 23, 2009 at 3:56 PM

    I didn't know you liked old sewing machines...I have a couple of them I bought when we lived in England...they're in great shape except not hooked up for electricity which I think is better! I love all your finds...lovely!
    Sandi

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  2. ~CC CatherineFebruary 23, 2009 at 3:57 PM

    Candy...how fun your post is! You're a great writer...I love the old sewing machine, and like you...I'm fiercely mad about PILLOWS! ;) ~CC Catherine from "Catherine de th`e Cups"

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  3. Eclectic Chic StyleFebruary 23, 2009 at 4:45 PM

    What great finds!! Hello from a fellow Texan!! Love your blog!! I'm a new follower of yours!!

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  4. Michelle, All Home and LoveFebruary 23, 2009 at 5:40 PM

    Look at that sewing machine, love it!
    ~Michelle

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  5. loongFebruary 23, 2009 at 5:52 PM

    Too often we try to choose and control things we cannot.

    Too seldom we choose to control what we can ...our attitude

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  6. UnknownFebruary 23, 2009 at 7:22 PM

    Hi Candy,
    It is great to have you link up to 2nd Time Around on Tuesday! I always enjoy meeting new bloggers with interests similar to mine!

    Looks like you did really well at the thrift store! That old sewing machine is so cool!

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  7. ellen b.February 23, 2009 at 7:49 PM

    Ahh what a great haul you made. I love finding goodies like these at thrift stores. enjoy...

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  8. The Painted NestFebruary 23, 2009 at 7:50 PM

    You go girl!!!God will give you the desires of your heart~~~DREAM IT ~~HAVE IT~~~IT'S ALL A PROCESS! Love all your new treasures!!!Blessings,Deborah

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  9. DixieFebruary 23, 2009 at 8:32 PM

    I am definately following you treasure hunting... what wonderful finds! hugs. Dixie

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  10. Shari from Big Yellow FarmhouseFebruary 23, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    I must be thrifting at the wrong places! You always have the greatest finds! Love that old sewing machine - I have a real weakness for them. Want to rescue every one I see, but I already have too many!! Hope you will show us what you do with it!

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  11. SherriFebruary 24, 2009 at 5:32 AM

    So many wonderful items! That is a huge treasure hunting score. Love the sewing machine and boot.

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  12. SmilingSallyFebruary 24, 2009 at 5:45 AM

    I can't wait to see what you do with all of these finds.

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2009 at 6:19 AM

    And your treasures abound.wowow.My very fav is the sewing machine.WHAT a treasure.I would've bought it in a second.Fabulous find.Fabulous post...ann

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2009 at 7:16 AM

    LOL! Candy, I think he was right! Someday you'll have a shop - a real one! In the meantime...keep on collectin'!
    Diane

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  15. DarleneFebruary 24, 2009 at 7:42 AM

    WOW those are some fabulous finds....now aren't you glad you popped in there?!?! Your pillows are beautiful also.♥

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  16. Southern LadyFebruary 24, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    Hi, Candy ...

    Thank you for taking the time to visit my Southern Lagniappe blog and for leaving a comment. I'm glad it led me to your pretty blog.

    I love your thrift store treasures, especially that wonderful old sewing machine.

    I enjoyed your post and will be back to visit again soon.

    Sincerely,

    Janie

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  17. ChandyFebruary 24, 2009 at 5:06 PM

    Candy, lovely things for Second Hand Tuesday!

    Carolyn (Candy)
    http://whatnowtablescapes.blogspot.com

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  18. Susie MitchellFebruary 24, 2009 at 6:26 PM

    Hi Candy! I love your second hand treasures. I recently broke a ceramic shoe exactly like yours only mine was burgnady and antiqued. I'm a regular visitor to your blog and always enjoy it. Thank you for sharing.
    Blessings, Susie

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  19. CarlaFebruary 24, 2009 at 7:35 PM

    What future treasures! I can't wait to see what you do with all these.
    "You will some day, you will," what a blessing:)

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A little conversation, a little thought from you, makes all the difference. Thanks for making me smile ;-)