Let me paint you a picture of my morning adventure at the flea market. Picture this: a crisp, cooler-than-normal Southern morning, the kind that makes you want to wrap yourself in a cozy sweater and sip on a warm cup of coffee.
I arrived bright and early, eager to beat the crowds and snag some rare finds and killer deals. And let me tell you, it paid off big time. My first score of the day? A whole bunch of crystal glass candlestick holders from a sweet vendor. They were exactly what I needed for my tablescapes, and the price? A jaw-dropping $3 for the lot. Yep, you heard that right – three bucks for a touch of elegance.
But the real magic happened when I stumbled upon something I never expected to find: a federal concave mirror. I’d been dreaming of owning one for years, but the price tags always sent me running. Not this time. This beauty set me back a mere $15 – solid wood and absolutely swoon-worthy. It needs a small little repair as it is missing decorative round piece, but that should be nothing to fix!
As if that weren’t enough, I unearthed another treasure: a southern folk oil painting signed by Mary Lou Schwartz. With a little detective work, I traced the artist back to Mississippi, where she lived a full life before passing away in her nineties. The connection was instant – a kindred spirit who shared my love for home, gardening, and painting. Well, almost. While I can’t paint to save my life, I do have a knack for collecting, and this piece will be cherished. And the best part? I snagged it for just $15. A steal, considering the frame alone is worth more than that.
But the surprises didn’t end there. My dear hubby stumbled upon an old wooden barrel, its patina whispering tales of days gone by. We’re not sure where it’ll end up yet – perhaps in our future country home, gracing the kitchen, pantry, or front porch with a plant atop it. For $25, we couldn’t resist.
So there you have it, folks – a morning filled with rare finds, unexpected treasures, and enough bargains to make any flea market fanatic giddy! Until the next adventure!
