Sunday, January 27, 2013

Eclectic Estate Finds

I had a great week of treasure hunting and found lots of beautiful things for my home, Etsy shop, and antique mall booth.  I usually have one or two things that stand out as a favorites, but this week I can't decide!  

First off, I found two items for some gallery walls I'm planning in my home.  I have quite a collection already, and really need to make some decisions about getting this stuff on the walls.  


I love this mid century gravel art - the pop of yellow is perfect for my living room.

This is my second Berggren plate, and I'll be keeping this one to decorate my kitchen.

Next, I found this fabulous collection of vintage fabrics that I'm so happy to add to my stash.  I love these 60s/70s prints and vintage corduroy.  

These would make cute tote bags, don't you think?

The rest of the items all came from one estate. These are just some of the items I came home with!

This beautiful bronze horse sculpture will be for sale.  These types of large sculptures look great in both modern and traditional decor schemes.

This is another item I will have for sale - a metal basket with cool mid century lines.

I picked up a nice selection of brooches.  Clockwise, from the top:  Extremely delicate antique filigree sterling ship, Sarah Coventry signed brooch, unsigned cat pin, and vintage Monet brooch.

I thought these mod pieces were pretty nifty.

Last but not least, some Christmas goodies.  

Thanks for stopping by!  

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34 comments:

  1. Number Fifty-ThreeJanuary 27, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    Great finds! I especially love the bronze horses.

    Angela

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  2. My Garden DiariesJanuary 27, 2013 at 4:18 PM

    Insanely awesome finds! I can't decide either!

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  3. L'Heure Bleue At HomeJanuary 27, 2013 at 5:11 PM

    You have a great eye! It's hard to pick a favourite as they are all wonderful finds. I do love the pop of yellow in the bird gravel art, the horse sculpture is amazing and the ship brooch is lovely. Thanks so much for dropping by L'Heure Bleue At Home.

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  4. JoKnowsJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    Wonderful wall art. Lots of great finds! I love the fabric patterns...and the horses!

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  5. Our Pinteresting FamilyJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    So many beautiful finds! Thanks for stopping by my blog. I'm following you now. Megan

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  6. Mid Mod MomJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    Eclectic is right. Some great finds.

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  7. Heather@Tatter and FrayJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    I think I love every single piece you found this week! That midcentury basket is a favorite -- I've never seen anything like it.

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  8. SJ @ Homemaker On A DimeJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:10 PM

    Great finds!

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  9. meJanuary 29, 2013 at 7:38 AM

    You found some seriously cool things!!! Come by and link up with me today! :)

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  10. BeckyKayJanuary 29, 2013 at 9:22 AM

    The horses and the basket are fantastic!!

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    Those are some fun pieces! I love the basket, the mod pieces, & the horses. (For some reason - I would love to paint the coral. LOL)

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  12. ThrifterSistersJanuary 29, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    I love those brass horses! They are perfect for MCM decor. My sister collects Berggren but doesn't have any plates like the one you found. I must be on the lookout!

    Erica

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  13. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJanuary 29, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    I remember the gravel art, I was obsessed with it. Love your vintage fabric.

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  14. Tilda E.January 29, 2013 at 6:16 PM

    That is an especially nice gravel art picture. The ones I see are usually in such bad shape.
    Great bunch of stuff!

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  15. Keetha BroylesJanuary 31, 2013 at 8:34 AM

    OH MY GOODNESS!!! YOU SAID ECLECTIC!!! I'm the self-appointed "queen of eclecticity" as you'll see if you go through the linkies today and find my post down there near the end.

    That Berggren plate you showed? I've seen people weave a pretty ribbon in and out of those edge holes, tie it in a pretty bow, and then hang it up.

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  16. UnknownJanuary 31, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    You did find some cuties! That fabric would make some pretty bags!

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  17. UnknownJanuary 31, 2013 at 5:07 PM

    I am now your official 60th follower. I love the fabulous retro fabrics...I too collect any vintage fabrics to use in my crafting...You had a great shopping day of thrifty goods...I am thinking about starting to sell on Etsy...buy from various Etsy merchants all of the time (especially re-purposed jewelry!)...Well, my castle doors are always open at the royal blog. Tiff

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    1. MariumJanuary 31, 2013 at 7:55 PM

      Thank you so much! Selling on Etsy is very rewarding - let me know if you have any questions about getting started!

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  18. Diary of a DebutanteFebruary 1, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    The horses statue is to die for! Fabulous finds! Just saying hi from the Friday Aloha Hop. I'd love for you to visit me back if you get the chance! Have a wonderful weekend :)

    xo,
    Steph
    Diary of a Debutante
    www.stephanieziajka.blogspot.com

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  19. must love junkFebruary 1, 2013 at 6:51 AM

    Great finds! Thanks for your sweet comment on my blog-I'm happily following you back :)
    Susan

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  20. Ashley crampFebruary 1, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Hello Marium!
    Glad you've found me because now I've found you back!....
    bestest daisy j

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  21. Amy LynnFebruary 1, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    My grandpa used to have a horse sculpture very similar to the one you have posted :) great stuff!

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  22. MarigeneFebruary 1, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    Awesome finds! I really like the vintage fabrics, the middle one would make great napkins...

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  23. UnknownFebruary 1, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    i want the brooch. they are all so beautiful. Your newest follower via Aloha Blog hop.
    vickie
    ohabbyday.blogspot.com

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  24. MadBirdDesignsUKFebruary 1, 2013 at 11:09 PM

    Hey these are great finds. Estate sales are brilliant. We don't get them so much as single ones but I go to a couple of good auctions that always do "House Clearance" that is the signal over here for an Estate Sale. I've joined your site now, so thanks for joing mine :-D Joan

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  25. GinaFebruary 2, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    The ship brooch is just lovely!

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  26. Ivy and ElephantsFebruary 2, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    Fabulous finds! Don't you just love junking? I can't resist a good treasure hunt. Thanks for sharing with us.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  27. Sarah CollerFebruary 3, 2013 at 5:16 AM

    Wow, you found some cute things! I love thrifting...the weather is starting to warm up so maybe we'll have some yard sales soon!

    I'm hosting my Homemaking Linkup Weekend and would love to have you join, if you'd like!

    Have a great day!
    Mrs. Sarah Coller

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  28. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinFebruary 3, 2013 at 5:13 PM

    Boy, thank is a great round-up of finds! Thank you for sharing this at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Hope to see your prettiness again on Monday. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  29. DiannFebruary 6, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    Wow, you found some awesome treasures. That bronze is amazing. It is something that will go into any decor style for years to come. thank you for sharing at TTF.

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  31. DesiraeraeApril 29, 2014 at 3:40 PM

    I would like to buy the bronze horse sculpture when it is available.

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    1. UnknownAugust 21, 2014 at 3:00 AM

      Hello Desiree. Did you buy the bronze horses?

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  32. UnknownAugust 21, 2014 at 2:58 AM

    I would like to know the price for the bronze horses please. Very interested in purchasing if they are still available.

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