Monday, August 12, 2013

Latest Garage Sale Find


 (Thank you to Green Willow Pond for featuring this post!)
Hi, everyone!  I was so excited about my newest 'score' that I had to share!
My mom and I were recently at a garage sale when I spied this wooden tote sitting across the yard on the ground. Old? Check. Rustic? Check. Tons of character? Check. Great price? Check. SOLD!
 

Love that both ends are stamped with letters and there's some handwritten numbers on the one side.


I set about filling it with goodies.  This thing is pretty darn big!  So I needed LOTS of goodies.


 I gathered together some of my favorite things.  I started with a nest, a couple of grain sacks, and an antler...


...then added a bunch of 'crusty' flower pots...


...and a basket of some dried lavender from my last trip to Arizona, which you can read about here...


 And voila!


  A new vignette on our factory cart coffee table.


I'm happy with the new look...


...and it looks like I'm not the only one who's enjoying it! :)




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59 comments:

  1. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonAugust 12, 2013 at 12:23 AM

    Perfect find Susan! Love how you filled it. Crusty posts are among my favorite things! The cat is too cute.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  2. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesAugust 12, 2013 at 1:35 AM

    I love your tote, Susan...and so does your kitty! You have filled it beautifully...I know you'll have fun with it all year!

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  3. Ana Love CraftAugust 12, 2013 at 4:39 AM

    Last two pics are terrific! Also loved your last find and the way you filled it!
    Have a nice week!
    Hugs from Portugal,

    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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  4. chateau chicAugust 12, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    Oh my, what a wonderful find!! And you had just the right goodies to fill it. Love it on your old factory cart!
    BTW, you all have beautiful hardwood floors!
    Mary Alice

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    1. must love junkAugust 12, 2013 at 7:48 PM

      Thanks, Mary Alice! Our floors were covered with carpet when we moved in...we had them refinished a few years ago and I'm glad that we did! :)

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  5. Rita C at PanoplyAugust 12, 2013 at 6:48 AM

    Hahaha! Purrfect! Even before the photo with the cat - your styling was perfect!

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  6. Shabby chic SandyAugust 12, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    Looks great--love the cat!

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  7. Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie MarieAugust 12, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    Fabulous!! Those kind of finds are priceless. I think your furry friend makes it Purrrrfect!! (I just had to say it)

    Blessings, Edie Marie

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  8. DawnAugust 12, 2013 at 7:28 AM

    Love it and the kitty is to cute in there:)

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  9. Janet- OPEN MARKET STYLEAugust 12, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Great find !
    hugs

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  10. Carlene @ Organized ClutterAugust 12, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    I love the box!

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  11. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsAugust 12, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    What a neat find, Susan! I love how you filled it, too.

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  12. The Old DairyAugust 12, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    What a find! Very summery love it we are still in winter here and looking forward to summer.

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  13. Susan @ Rustic ReDiscoveredAugust 12, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    Great find Susan, I love the size of it, so versatile. Have a great week.
    Susan@ Rustic ReDiscovered

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  14. MelanieAugust 12, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    The last picture is my favorite! It does look like someone else is enjoying your tote! Great find, you always find the best stuff!

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  15. JunkchiccottageAugust 12, 2013 at 9:08 AM

    Oh Susan great score. I love this. I love the way you styled it too. So cute.
    Kris

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  16. KellyAugust 12, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    Love that!!! I would've grabbed it too. It has so many uses. I love it on the coffee table filled with interesting things. Your cat is so cute sleeping in it. They're so sneaky!

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  17. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    That is a great find, Susan. You have a great ability to style your finds to perfection as well. Happy summer week my friend.

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  18. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEAugust 12, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    Oh Kitty is so happy!

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  19. pballardAugust 12, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    Great idea for these. I have a couple and was having trouble figuring out what to do with them. I knew I wanted on in the house.... Enjoy your week!

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  20. AnneAugust 12, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    What a score Susan! Your kitty looks pretty happy too! What a sweet photo <3
    xx
    Anne

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  21. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    lol...what a great "cat bed".
    Debbi
    -yankeeburrow

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  22. Christine at Little BragsAugust 12, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    wow, why don't ever find goodies like that at a garage sale? LOL.....love how you arranged it all the the kitty is the topper...Christine from Little Brags

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  23. Tina@WhatWeKeepAugust 12, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    LOL! Cat condo! Great find, Susan.

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  24. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    love it! tool totes are a huge weakness for me. i always buy them! kitty looks comfy!!

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  25. Suzanne VincentAugust 12, 2013 at 6:23 PM

    Are those the clay pots I gave Keith many years ago? I still have a huge stack of them!

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  26. Sew a Fine SeamAugust 12, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    What a great find! Love it and how you styled it too!

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  27. Christine @ Rustic-RefinedAugust 12, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    I'll arm wrestle you for it....??? no, seriously...it's gorgeous. Very nice buy!

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  28. ElmaAugust 12, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    Wow I love it and also the cute kitty!!So how do you clean your wood floors???

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    1. must love junkAugust 12, 2013 at 7:46 PM

      Thanks, Elma! We clean our floors...very infrequently! Ha! No really...when we do clean them we use Hoover Floor Mate. My dad worked for the Hoover Company for over 40 years, so I'd be in trouble if I used anything else! ;)

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  29. Donna WilkesAugust 12, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    I was thinking as I read that our cat would love to sleep in the tote. Love the way you styled it - the pots bring out the color in the cart.

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  30. Rosemary@villabarnesAugust 12, 2013 at 7:48 PM

    Oooooo, I'm loving that tote. Nice score.

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  31. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresAugust 12, 2013 at 7:49 PM

    I'm loving it too! I just love what you used to fill it up....kitty too.

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  32. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsAugust 12, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    You find the greatest things Susan...i love it..and yes, it is big, but then again, you have so many wonderful treasures to fill it beautifully!!!...Glad the kitty loves it too!

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  33. ReviAugust 12, 2013 at 9:42 PM

    Love your great new kitty daybed!
    -Revi

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  34. AudreyAugust 12, 2013 at 10:28 PM

    Looks perfect on that on that factory cart coffee table ... meant to be together. Displayed very nicely ... and your beautiful cat approves. Totes/tool boxes that are not deep show off the display items so much better.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Audrey Z. @ Timeless Trasures.

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  35. SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...PernillaAugust 12, 2013 at 10:45 PM

    Great finds - lovely vignette :) Hugs from Australia♥ ~Pernilla

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  36. cynthia lee designsAugust 12, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    Love your new wood tote!! Just think of all the things you can put in it for the different seasons. How fun!!
    And your kitty thanks you for the new bed...LOL...
    hugs,
    Cindy

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  37. farmhouse-storyAugust 13, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    really cute display, susan:) that is one comfortable looking kitten:)

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  38. Julie's LifestyleAugust 13, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    That is so adorable with your cat inside the box!
    Julie

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  39. UnknownAugust 13, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    So cute but classy! Glad you stopped by, I am a junk lover too, borderline hoarder, lol. I at least hide it in my craft room till it can be used :)
    I am now following you too :)

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  40. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapAugust 13, 2013 at 10:59 PM

    I was about to say...the only thing that could make it better would be a cat, and then bam, there is the cat :) looks like a perfect spot. I call my youngest child cat man, as he loves to sit in boxes, drawers, crates and such...so he would totally sit in your new find as well.

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  41. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow August 14, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    That's hilarious! And so sweet...

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  42. Leena Milligan LanteigneAugust 14, 2013 at 3:54 PM

    What a gorgeous centerpiece this makes! Just think of all the possibilities other seasons will bring? Sneaky cat - how cute! Great find! Hugs, Leena

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  43. The Style SistersAugust 14, 2013 at 5:22 PM

    I am in love with the tote and all the goodies you have displayed in it. Come link up to Centerpiece Wednesday and share your post http://thestylesisters.blogspot.com/2013/08/centerpiece-wednesday-88.html
    Karin

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  44. sweetvintageofmineAugust 14, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    Someone seems to LOVE the tote as much as you do!! What a darling picture and yes, thE WOOD TOTE is awesome! I do like the black stamping on the sides also. Give kitty a hug.....he is adorable! Blessings~~~Roxie

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  45. Linda @ A La CarteAugust 14, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    Your rustic tray is pretty darn great, but your styling of it is awesome!

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  46. Shortbread and GingerAugust 15, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    Hi Susan - greetings from Scotland! Love all those rustic bits and pieces.
    Liz @ Shortbread & Ginger

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  47. PoppyAugust 15, 2013 at 4:34 PM

    Hi Susan,

    It was already a great find when you spotted it, BUT...your own personal touches and choices and kitty's new corner, made it a true treasure!

    Poppy

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  48. UnknownAugust 15, 2013 at 9:48 PM

    That's really cool. I'm new to this blogging thing. Could you follow my blog too? You'll get a good laugh each day. http://morningcoffeereader.blogspot.com

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  49. Pink GlitterAugust 15, 2013 at 10:18 PM

    Your "new" tote looks great!
    I enjoy your blog. Please come on over and check out my new blog at http://gigipinkglitter.blogspot.com

    Thanks,
    Tammy

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  50. White Lace and PromisesAugust 16, 2013 at 12:00 AM

    Oh, how I do love the tool box especially with the rusty nails and old wood. I'm jumping up and down on the inside. I love all your stash and then I spotted the coffee table. Oh my! Such a sweet post! I'm just catching up on my visiting. Hope to drop by again soon. Thanks for your sweet comments.

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  51. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmAugust 16, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    LUCKY you...now you make we want to run out and hit some sales. I've been "burnt out" on garage sales around here lately. This reminds me...you never know when you'll hit "the one" :)

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  52. Cindy SimmonsAugust 16, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    Love this!!! Just stopping in to say hi! Can't wait to start our "blogging" friendship!!

    Cindy @ a mom raising her boys

    {your newest follower!}

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  53. DIY Vintage ChicAugust 16, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    Love the tote! Love how you decorated it! But I think your sleepy kitty has decided on another use for it. Precious! Stop by my Friday's Five Features and link up this post (and others)! http://diy-vintage-chic.blogspot.com/2013/08/fridays-five-features-no-4.html

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  54. Pam KesslerAugust 16, 2013 at 1:53 PM

    I saw one of those when I was at the Hartville Flea Market a few weeks ago and the guy told me it was a berry carrier??? Like you'd put those little square berry baskets in it. Not sure whether to believe him or not, but yours is very cute. The numbering just adds to its charm!

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  55. Deborah@Green Willow PondAugust 16, 2013 at 11:58 PM

    What a lucky find, and just the perfect size for you awesome coffee table! Love the lavender tucked in with all your other goodies. Kitty looks very comfy. My cat does the same thing. If I do something new, he thinks he has to lay claim to it! Thank you for sharing it at What We Accomplished Wednesdays. Have a great weekend!

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  56. aspiritofsimplicityAugust 17, 2013 at 6:10 PM

    it looks just perfect. You have it filled so nicely.

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  57. SandyAugust 20, 2013 at 11:24 PM

    Fabulous rustic antique tote! I love how you styled it too. So much interest and texture. Your kitties are pretty. I've never seen a cat like your first one with the long hair all around the face.

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