Thursday, February 4, 2010

Thrifty Buys & Show and Tell

I wanted to share a couple of things I bought recently at a dollar store that is going out of business. I really like this candle holder with the frosted winter scene of a child pulling a sled on each side. I put a tea lite in a blue holder and that is what is creating the blue glow. Can't locate the ticket to find out exactly what I ended up paying for this, but it was not a lot - everything in the store was on sale.
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Also got this basket (really not deep enough to be a basket) covered in moss, and small pine cones and will probably use it in an Easter decoration. I bought a smaller one like this also, but forgot to take a picture of it. It is pretty good size, unusual and got it for $5.40.
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I am linking up with "Thrifty Thursday" hosted by Leigh @ Tales of Bloggeritaville http://lbratina.blogspot.com/
and "Show and Tell Friday" hosted by Cindy @ My Romantic Home http://romantichome.blogspot.com/
Be sure and visit Leigh and Cindy to see what they and the other participants have to share this week. Both of these ladies have great blogs!
Hope everyone is having a good week.
Glenda


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31 comments:

  1. SueFebruary 4, 2010 at 2:34 PM

    I love seeing everyone's bargains. Both of yours are thing I would have bought too!

    Sue

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  2. Linda @ A La CarteFebruary 4, 2010 at 2:58 PM

    Great bargains. Love how the tea light shines in the little church. I think that basket is really unique. Good buy!

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  3. Cass @ That Old HouseFebruary 4, 2010 at 6:33 PM

    Terrific bargains! I especially love that little lantern, and the blue glow from the votive inside. Lovely!
    Cass

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  4. Leigh of Tales from BloggeritavilleFebruary 4, 2010 at 6:59 PM

    Hello Friend!

    I LOVE your deals. I LOVE the blue glow, it adds such depth to it. Leave that candle in there. The candle holder is beautiful. What great deals! Thanks for sharing today. Thank you also for linking up to Thrifty Thursday!
    ~Hugs~
    Leigh
    Tales from Bloggeritaville
    www.lbratina.blogspot.com

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  5. A New England LifeFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:17 PM

    The dollar store is going out of business? That seems odd in this economy.

    The candle holder is wonderful! I'm sure I could find a great home for it ; )

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  6. LindaFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:52 PM

    Love your great deals. The basket will be perfect for Easter!

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  7. JulieFebruary 4, 2010 at 8:03 PM

    awwww..love the little winter scene in the candleholder. So cute. Great finds!!!

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  8. CindyFebruary 4, 2010 at 8:05 PM

    I've never seen a dollar store go out of business. Great deals for sure! I link that basket is just luscious!

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  9. Domestic DesignerFebruary 4, 2010 at 8:32 PM

    Great Finds! You are a lucky lady!

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  10. A Hint of HomeFebruary 4, 2010 at 8:38 PM

    Don't you just love it when you find a bargain. Great finds!

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  11. HeidiFebruary 4, 2010 at 8:54 PM

    Hi Glenda,
    You found some great stuff! That basket is very unique, wouldn't it look great with a bird's nest sitting in it? or some eggs at Eastertime.
    The candle lit house is really beautiful - such a charming scene and very romantic looking. I love it.
    That was some great bargain hunting!
    Thanks for always stopping by. You are a true blogging friend!
    XO
    Heidi - Heart and Home

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  12. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2010 at 8:56 PM

    Love the candle holder. Its so pretty. Good deal on the basket, too. Rosie

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  13. DiannFebruary 4, 2010 at 9:00 PM

    Hi Glenda!

    What fun! that little church looks perfect with the blue colored candle holder in it!

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  14. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaFebruary 4, 2010 at 9:49 PM

    Glenda, I really love that basket and your so right it would be darling at easter...Thanks for coming by my friend...Hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

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  15. Bargain Decorating with LaurieFebruary 4, 2010 at 10:02 PM

    Glenda, I LOVE that pretty candle, and I think the blue from the candle holder is perfect for it. That basket will be great for Easter. Well, they are talking about a chance for some more snow. Do you have your milk and bread? laurie

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  16. DawnFebruary 4, 2010 at 11:33 PM

    What unique finds. I love them. I also enjoyed your winter photos.
    Hugs,
    Dawn

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  17. The Charm of HomeFebruary 4, 2010 at 11:52 PM

    WOW! I love your finds! Score for you these were great.:)

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  18. SusanFebruary 4, 2010 at 11:53 PM

    I really love your candle holder , it looks ole timey. What a good bargain!!

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  19. Jo RainesFebruary 5, 2010 at 8:18 AM

    Glenda, you always find the neatest things! I hate to be a pesky sporadic blogger but I'm having to let everyone know I have changed the nanme of my blog from Mini Leaps and Bounds to Peach Blossom Hill. If you have me on your blog list, if you will take a minute to update it! THank you. Hope you are well!

    Jody

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  20. Ms. Bake-itFebruary 5, 2010 at 10:14 AM

    What an interesting and unique basket! Looking forward to seeing how you use it for Easter.

    ~ Tracy

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  21. GayleFebruary 5, 2010 at 1:18 PM

    I absolutely love the candle holder. Looks expensive, too.

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  22. Sandi @the WhistleStop CafeFebruary 5, 2010 at 3:14 PM

    Some deals!
    Now I can't wait to see what you do with them.

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  23. susanFebruary 5, 2010 at 6:10 PM

    I went again yesterday and had to hold back the tears :). They said the would be there until the end of the month, but things are clearing out fast! I love that candle holder! Have a good weekend!

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  24. GinaFebruary 5, 2010 at 7:15 PM

    I love the candleholder, it's so unique!

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  25. Brenda PruittFebruary 5, 2010 at 7:24 PM

    That candle holder is so unusual! But I just love it! My, that one was a find.
    Brenda

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  26. DonnaFebruary 5, 2010 at 9:42 PM

    You did find some great things! Love the candle holder and the basket with the pinecones!

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  27. CindyFebruary 5, 2010 at 9:43 PM

    What great finds! That is an amazing price for that beautiful basket!!!

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  28. Americana LadyFebruary 5, 2010 at 9:56 PM

    Some people have all the luck! Joan @Americana By Candlelight

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  29. Nancy RosalinaFebruary 6, 2010 at 11:10 AM

    Hi Glenda! What great bargins you found!! I also love the way that bird cage is decorated in your header! I never thought about putting a winter scape inside a birdcage!!! great idea! I can't wait to tell my Mom about it...she loves birdcages so this will give her a new idea!

    I want to thank you for stopping by to visit! YOur visits are always welcome and appreciated!

    Hope you are having a wonderful weekend! nancy

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  30. JeanetteFebruary 6, 2010 at 9:59 PM

    What lovely ideas and great bargains!

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  31. fitty's pinky rose cottageFebruary 7, 2010 at 1:34 AM

    the pinecone with moss basket really unique.. never see it before.. but still both are great bargains!

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