As the name of my blog indicates, I spend a lot of time thinking about home. Of course, my Heavenly Home is the one that is eternal, so that’s where I need to lay up my treasures, and that’s the one I’m striving for. But in the meantime, I have been given this tiny piece of the here-and-now—this home on the edge of town, this family, this neighborhood—in which to serve Him. And, though this is in the earthly realm, I want the things that happen here to be investments in the Heavenly realm.




Sunday, December 6, 2020

From the Antique Store | Six Finds and a Bonus!

A few weeks ago (eek . . . it was actually in September!), I showed you some things we purchased on an antiquing outing, along with how I chose each item, what it cost, and how I planned to use it. Some of you enjoyed this little "behind the scenes" kind of post and asked for more, so today I'll share the treasures I brought home on Friday when my friend Barbara and I visited two antique stores. 



{one} green-glazed yellow ware bowl

This was my favorite find of the day. I have a pair of reproduction green bowls that I use all the time, but this one is authentic . . . and big! I considered it a good price at $22.00. I can easily picture this bowl heaped high with the Thanksgiving mashed potatoes next year, but for now it is on my kitchen counter filled with apples. 





{two} a pair of star candle holders

These little candle holders were only $2.00 each, and I can use them anywhere, singly or as a pair. Today they are on my kitchen island holding beeswax tapers.




{three} pewter chamberstick candle holder

Pewter always catches my eye! A chamberstick is a piece I did not have and it was only $5.00. I put it on the desk in our bedroom. The desk is going to be replaced with a bookshelf in the future, and then I'll find a different home for the chamberstick.



{four} a pair of tin molds

These look like cookie cutters to me. But they would make ginormous cookies and the label said "molds" so we'll go with that. They were $4.00 each. Barbara said that her mom had a pair just like these hanging on the wall of the kitchen in her former house! I thought about hanging them, but I'm not sure where. I put them in the pie safe in my kitchen, but they probably will not stay there. If I were to leave the doors open, they would be fine, but with the doors closed, you can hardly see them. And I can't leave the doors open because the pie safe is in a narrow traffic path between the dining room, kitchen, and master bedroom. So it's back to the drawing board on these. 

Molds on the middle shelf . . . 

. . . molds on the top shelf . . . 

. . . molds with the door closed. (Where are they?) 



{five} brown transferware plate

I love brown transferware! I have a nice collection Friendly Village dishes and a set of dessert dishes in another pattern and a few serving pieces in more patterns. But I rather like the "collected" look, so I decided to bring this lovely plate home to use as a serving piece. It was $7.00. 

old bowl alongside new-to-me plate on right



{six} Putz sheep

I have to say, I'm not sure whether this little Putz sheep is an antique or a reproduction, but I'm happy with him and his price ($8.00). 




{BONUS} lunch at Barbara's house!

After shopping, we enjoyed a delicious lunch, a special Christmas dessert, two cups of coffee, and lots of time to talk. It was a delightful day! 

I know you'll enjoy a few peeks at Barbara's lovely table and her beautiful home dressed for Christmas . . . 










Barbara is a dear friend and time with her is a gift! 


16 comments:

  1. She has a beautiful smile your Barbara. Glad that you spent time together and lunch after. I enjoyed the peek at her home.

    Your treasures all look marvelous. The green bowl is going to be a mainstay in your decor. I love the brown transferware. I have never thought of Friendly Village as brown transferware. Is it? I see I have my research work cut out for me. I love peeking around in your beautiful home, too. Have a great week.

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    1. Indeed, Barbara does have a beautiful smile!

      I am glad you liked my treasures! But now you have me thinking. I *thought* that Friendly Village was considered transferware because of the border, but I could certainly be wrong. Let me know what you find out. My quick search didn't tell me a lot.

      You are so kind! Thanks for peeking around. If I had my way, you and I would be antiquing and sharing lunch together too! ♥

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  2. I always love to see pictures of your pretties in your lovely home. I think everything is just terrific that you recently bought. I have been thinking a bit lately about brown transferware dishes. I brought home some blue Currier and Ives dishes from MIL's this summer and I know I'll enjoy using those, all the while reminiscing over the ones from my childhood (that are long gone), but I really love brown transferware. I just looked up the Friendly Village pattern and wowza! those are gorgeous! Your new (old) acquisition is beautiful and will look so nice with them. Glad you had a fun outing with your pretty friend, Barbara. What a fun table she set, and the food looks yummy.

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    1. Thank you, Becki! I have a thing about dishes. They're really a practical collection, don't you think? They tell such stories, whether they belonged to relatives or have simply graced your own table for special (or everyday) meals.

      Oh, yes, Barbara is a fabulous hostess. She always sets a pretty table and serves delicious food, but it is always so comfortable and warm. "No stress" is our motto! :)

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  3. You found some lovely, and useful, things. The little star candlesticks are so sweet.
    So nice to have a good friend to visit with.

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    1. I agree, Barbara! A good friend is the best of treasures!

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  4. It is fun to see your finds and how you will use them. Your day sounded delightful in every way. Treasure hunting and a meal enjoyed with a dear friend, such a blessing. I agree with Vee, Barbara has a beautiful smile. Hope you have a good week ahead.

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    1. It was a delightful day! I am blessed to have such a good friend, and I agree with both you and Vee . . . Barbara does have a beautiful smile!

      Wishing for a good week for you too, friend!

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  5. What a great post! Really enjoyed sharing your new finds - antiquing is so much fun and having a dear friend along makes it one of life’s sweet simple joys!! Love everything you brought home

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    1. Thanks so much, seashoreknits! Absolutely . . . "life's sweet simple joys!"

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  6. golly * nice finds!
    i especially love the green bowl. it's yummy.
    how wonderful to be able to meet up with a dear
    friend, antique shop, and enjoy a lovely meal.
    she's lovely. as are you.

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    1. You are so kind, Sherry! It really was a wonderful day . . . yummy in many ways!

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  7. I need a Christmas visit! I miss you so much. You found wonderful treasure, but what a treasure to have a day with Barbara!

    I especially love your sheep, and your antique stores are amazing!

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    1. A day with Barbara is a treasure! And a visit with you would be a treasure too . . . and we will definitely go antiquing when you visit!

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  8. What a fantastic haul. I think I'll pick the chamberstick candle holder as my favorite but I like them all. And I enjoyed the glimpses of your home.
    Amalia
    xo

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    1. I'm glad you like the candle holder . . . and wasn't that a fantastic price?! Thank you, Amalia, for your visit to Thinking About Home and for your kind words!

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