I was in Northern Virginia, DC and West Virginia this past week and weekend, and picked up some new treasures at a few of my favorite places to shop!  How I miss those VA shops!

Here’s the breakdown of what I purchased in these pictures and why I purchased it:

– Wedgwood saucers: three for $3; they are authentic, and are from the early 1900s; great props
– Ceramic mug: 25 cents; great for drinking my morning cup o jo, and a terrific, textured prop
– Assorted silver plated flatware: part of a $5 basket sale (fill a basket for $5); added to my collection of silver plated flatware; I have full service (assorted patterns) for about 20
– Teak wood cheese plate with glass dome: $2; I see these at almost every thrift shop, but the base was teak wood and in very good condition – no scratches; great for serving cheese or using as a prop
– Espresso maker: $3; I’ve been searching for one, and finally found it.  Now I can make espresso!  And now all I need is a Chemex and a Siphon and I’ll be good to go!
– Solid brass candlesticks: $1 each; great as a centerpiece and a prop

For those of you who are local, here are the locations I visited last week:

Blue Ridge Hospice Thrift Store
151 West Main Street
Purcellville, VA 20132 
(540) 751-1680

Goodwill in Sterling
22405 Enterprise Street  
Sterling, VA 20164
(703) 444-5186

Blossom & Bloom
110 West Market Street  
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-3286

Don’t give up or get discouraged if you leave a thrift store empty-handed.  In fact, I feel powerful when I do leave with nothing – it means I didn’t settle for something less than perfect or that I didn’t love.  If you consistently (at least once a week, if possible) visit a few thrift shops, you will happen upon unexpected and unique treasures!

Happy Tuesday!
till tomorrow,
Rebecca