Monday, April 30, 2012

the beginning of the season

well, ladies and gents its about that season...what season you ask? garage sale season! yup. this is one of my favorite seasons not only because the sun is shining but because of the plethora of garage sales that come with the sunny weather. our neighborhood is chuck full of them and this weekend was no exception. garage sales are awesome because treasures tend to be much less expensive then a thrift store and you can really make out like a bandit!

oh! sorry for being so rude, how was everyone's weekend? i got so excited about the impending flood of garage sales, i forgot to ask! well, as you can see that is what garage sales do to me and this weekend was a bit like that. we didn't get much treasure but, man, we got a deal for some of the stuff we got! all of this and a bit more i didn't photograph was..... $5.50! garage sale gods, i love you!
this adorable owl wall hanging, .50 cents!
sooo cute!!!!!
$1! amazing deal right?

this real sheep skin! it was in a plastic bag and i really didn't bother opening up, i just a feeling it was going to be amazing...and it did NOT diappoint!
it is super soft. we have one from ikea and it is no wear this amazing. it feels like a little bit of heaven under feet sitting at that chair and guess how much he was.........$1!! booyah, baby!

the rest of my weekend consisted of a girls sleepover, a little gathering at our house with friends and then a movie and dinner date with my cousins and sister-in-law. to say the least, i feel very grateful to have such wonderful friends in my life! oh and the greatest news this weekend by far is my best friend, who lives in boston, is coming for my birthday! best birthday present!

xo,
cb






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36 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 30, 2012 at 2:08 AM

    LOVE that owl hanging!!! plus - how cosy looking is your room! love it :)

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  2. JapolinaApril 30, 2012 at 3:39 AM

    Love your finds! Wish there were garage sales in my neighborhood. Enjoy!

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  3. AnonymousApril 30, 2012 at 4:24 AM

    LOVE garage sales. SO much. I'd not use sheep skin but the other scores are awesome! I. Love. Garage. Sales.

    Not that anyone will read this, lol, but I have a funny story.
    You know back in school when they would have 'go to work with your parents' days?
    Well my dad was unemployed during one of ours and we made money via ebay - going to garage sales, thrift stores, antique markets and estate sales and reselling awesome stuff. We did this for years.
    Well, since that was his 'job', I actually got to go to garage sales with him during a school day. And I didn't get in trouble. Fun, right?

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    1. cbApril 30, 2012 at 12:47 PM

      I love this little story! What a great way to bond with dad!

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  4. LynnApril 30, 2012 at 8:07 AM

    I love garage sales, because its people that just want to declutter. They arnt trying to rip you off at all, because just getting rid of the stuff is what they want. I wish my area had more of them, I'll have to check this weeks local pennysaver for some.

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    1. cbApril 30, 2012 at 12:47 PM

      So so true!! Ihope you get to go to some real soon!

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  5. Let It Be RawApril 30, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    I'm so excited for garage sale season now that I live in Santa Cruz. So much weird and amazing stuff!

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    1. cbApril 30, 2012 at 12:48 PM

      Oh yea santa cruz would have some crazy stuff! I should look into some next time we go down!

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  6.  AmyApril 30, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    holy balls. I want to go to there.

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  7. AmberApril 30, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    I love this time of year too! Our neighbors actually had a garage sale on Saturday but it was mostly baby stuff so we didnt end up scoring any cool stuff. Those little bird pillows are wicked cute and I love how the rug looks in your living room. Speaking of your living room, its wonderfully decorated. Its so inviting. I just want to take a nap on your couch.

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    1. cbApril 30, 2012 at 12:50 PM

      Yea a lot by our house is like that too, lots and lots of bavy crap! No thank you, well not now at least. I want you to come nap on my couch asap! Come for my bday? Pretty please with a cherry on top?

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  8. jorjiapeachApril 30, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    garage sales!! yessssss!!

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  9. claireApril 30, 2012 at 12:24 PM

    i wish we had Garage sales over here!!!! We have boot sales....where you sell your stuff out of a car boot in a field..but i want garage sales!

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  10. Watkins35April 30, 2012 at 12:28 PM

    Oh I so wish I lived near you & could come to garage sales - I've never been to one (don't really have them over here) & I'm missing out clearly ;) awesome finds, & what an amazing rug!
    Your weekend sounds so lovely, lots of goodies, friends & family :) ours was incredibly quiet yet again due to the continuing vile weather (constant rain for the past month, floods everywhere!), but I'm hopeful soon we'll be able to start having fun again :) , and YAY so pleased your bf will be visiting for your b'day, lovely xox

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    1. cbApril 30, 2012 at 12:55 PM

      I wish you could come here and then we could go get breakfast and do some garage sales! You know maybe you could start something there, it might catch on? I want this rain to go away for you so you can go outside!!!

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    2. Watkins35May 2, 2012 at 1:38 PM

      :) I'd be there in a heartbeat! You might be right, next time I have a clearout I should try it (weather permitting, ha ha!) xox

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  11. AvrilApril 30, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    Lovely finds, the cushions are so cute. I also love the framed ship picture, your house is so quirky love it!!! :)

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    1. cbApril 30, 2012 at 12:55 PM

      Thanks we love our little house, it reflects us perfectly!

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  12. AnonymousApril 30, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    D'aww, I love all your little things! Makes me excited for when I have my own home one day :) xox

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  13. Bobbypin BanditApril 30, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    You scored major! I love those embroidered cushions/pillows. I LOVE them!

    I need to hit up a few sales. I need a dining room table. I hope I find some good stuff.

    Please send your luck my way!

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    1. cbApril 30, 2012 at 9:14 PM

      i knew you would like those! you should copy it and make some more! they are two cute!

      totally sending you lots and lots of luck! you'll find something for sure!

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  14. LyndallApril 30, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Such great finds! I love those pillow covers.

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  15. aliciaApril 30, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    so few transformers & video games in your home. it confuses me. :S

    i wish i could come for your birthday! <3

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    1. cbApril 30, 2012 at 9:15 PM

      i want you to come for my birthday too!!! waaaaahhhh!

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  16. ErinApril 30, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    oh i love that little owl & your house looks so cozy! great finds :)

    -erin

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  17. TreesMay 1, 2012 at 1:07 AM

    I love your home - its so cute! Nice garage sale buys! I don't even think people have garage sales anymore - maybe somewhere in the suburbs??

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    1. cbMay 1, 2012 at 10:47 AM

      Thanks trees! What no garage sales?!? That makes me so sad!

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  18. Boho MixologyMay 1, 2012 at 4:57 AM

    Wow what finds, the sheep skin was an amazing score, love it!

    Zoe
    http://gypsiesister.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. cbMay 1, 2012 at 10:47 AM

      Thanks, i thought $1 was a crazy price but hey im not complaining!

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  19. lisaMay 1, 2012 at 9:33 AM

    Those pillows are too cute!! Lucky lady. You have so much great stuff in your place!

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  20. Lesley JeanMay 1, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    Yay! I love garage sale season as well. I cannot wait to seek some out this coming weekend since it looks like we'll finally have some decent weather! I LOVE those pillows and cannot believe that rug. You should totally roll around naked on it. You don't have to blog about it. Just a weirdo suggestion. lmao You did mighty good for $5.50!

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    1. cbMay 1, 2012 at 1:11 PM

      you are absolutely hilarious! tom mentioned how much he actually wanted to do that and it is pretty freakin tempting, its SO SOFT! like crazy soft!

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  21. KristiMcMurryMay 1, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    O.M.G. I LOVE YARD SALES!!!!! I think I'm finally going to get to go to some this weekend. It's hard because I usually have stuff going on on Saturdays, but I hope I make some this weekend :)

    Love the sheepskin! That's seriously amazing. I've actually been wanting one, but just haven't wanted to spend the money...I would if it was a dollar though! Sheesh!

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  22. PoppyMay 1, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    I've never been to a garage sale before, but if this is the kinda loot you can snag for $5.50, I may have to look into any in the uk and get myself there!
    Thanks for the comment on my post, and also about my tattoo. I'm not a massive fan of leg tattoos either, but where it went was kind of symbolic to me. I wanted it near my foot, because now that I'm only 2 months away from leaving uni, it's as if I'm stepping out into the world and this tattoo is reminding me just to go for it in life. :D

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  23. LoMay 2, 2012 at 5:21 PM

    yay! those are super lovely finds! your place is so amazing! :) -Lo

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thanks for commenting! it fills me with joy that you have taken the time to stop by!
xo,
cb

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