Wocka Wocka Wocka

Vintage Fozzie Bear Mug, Good Samaritan ($0.75)

I found quite a few cool little things on Saturday, but the hubby's favorite by far is this Fozzie Bear mug! He ran right to it when he got home from work :) I couldn't pass this little guy up for a mere 75 cents.

Did you all grow up watching the Muppets? I am from the generation that grew up with Muppet Babies...my little brother and I watched it all the time.

I hope you have a great Monday :)

Always,
Amanda

My Thrifting Outfit: Shopping My Closet

I was looking through my past outfit photos the other night, which led to me digging out some things I hadn't worn in awhile. Shopping your closet is a great idea- I forgot how much I love my navy blue pea coat, my vintage satchel bag, my button necklace, and my tassel flats!!!

Shirt, F21 (2009); Vintage Polyester Cardigan. Good Samaritan; Peacoat, Goodwill; Jeans, Goodwill; Tassel Flats, Family Thrift; Satchel, Goodwill Outlet; Button Necklace, Waterfront Rescue Mission; Music Note Earrings, Simply Whispers

Most everything I'm wearing is from the beginning of the blog- back in 2009! And I still really love them :)

On the new front...I managed to find a Web site called Simply Whispers that carries jewelry for those with metal allergies! They guarantee that their products won't have a negative reaction with even the most sensitive skin like mine. And guess what? They're right! I'm finally able to wear earrings again, and I'm so happy!

(This isn't an endorsed review by the way, I'm just that excited about it!)

I hope you have a great Sunday :)

Always,
Amanda

Midnight Special

1990s Duncan Yo-Yos, Estate Sale ($5)

Remember a couple weekends ago, when the hubby and I went to an estate sale? Well, I forgot to take pictures at the time, but I remembered to this past weekend!

Here are our favorite finds: two Duncan Yo-Yos, straight from our youth! I picked out the Midnight Special, and the hubby grabbed the Neo.

I remember when it was 'cool' to yo-yo...there was a guy in my middle school who would go to contests and everything! I was never that good, but these do bring back fun memories!

I'm off to the thrift stores this morning, although I've been suffering from an annoying sore throat. Hopefully a fun, relaxing weekend will be just the cure :)

Always,
Amanda

A Treasure Trove of Vintage Clothes!

Vintage Doll Clothes, Goodwill Outlet (about $0.50)

These (unfortunately miniature) vintage clothes are amazing! Most are handmade, with one or two being Ideal brand from the 60s :) And they are the perfect size for my Blythe doll!

I found these pretty little doll clothes spread out over a couple bins at Goodwill Outlet on Saturday, but they all seem to have been for the same doll. The handmade ones remind me of my mom, who had a Velvet doll that her aunt made clothes for when she was a kid.

Speaking of family, my poor hubby got in a car accident on Wednesday :( He's okay, but it's so much work getting everything with the insurance and his car taken care of. Such a bummer. But hopefully this weekend will be better!

Have a great Friday- TGIF!!

Always,
Amanda

My Valentine's Chair :)

I've gone on and on about the pretty vintage ice cream shop chair my hubby got me for Valentine's Day, so here, finally, it is:

Vintage Ice Cream Chair, Heritage Antiques ($20)

We got it for a steal! It was already priced low, and then it ended up being 20 percent off!

I love my little chair, which now has a heart-shaped pillow resting on it :)

I hope you all have a great day!

Always,
Amanda

My Thrifting Outfit: Primary Colors and Leopard Print

I feel like about half of my outfit photos recently have featured some sort of animal print! I guess that's what happens when you find the perfect flats, purse, shirt, and scarf in leopard and zebra :)

Shirt, Jeans, Vest, Necklace, all: Goodwill; Purse, gift from hubby; Converse, JCrew Warehouse Sale; Coat, Plato's Closet; Scarf, Target

This was Sunday's thrifting/antique store hunting outfit. AKA: When I found the chair love of my life, and the real love of my life got it for me!!!

Can I just say that I have the best husband ever? I really do :)

I'll definitely be showing you my new chair tomorrow!

Always,
Amanda

PS: Happy Birthday, Dad!!! Love and miss you!

Thrifty Blogger of the Month: Coury of Fancy Treehouse!

I can't even begin to say how much I love Coury's blog Fancy Treehouse! She has a very sweet-with-an-edge style that is always photographed beautifully :) 

Although she is much more fond of dresses and skirts than I, her frequent use of flats (especially tasseled  ones!) is something I can definitely relate to. Her revolving collection of vintage and thrifty finds are what makes her perfect for this feature.

Everyone, meet the lovely Coury, Another's Treasure's Thrifty Blogger of the Month for February:

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Coury's vintage polka-dot blazer and thrifted cashmere sweater are just right together :) Photo Courtesy of Fancy Treehouse (original post HERE)

Another's Treasure: When did you first start thrift shopping, and why did you begin? 

Fancy Treehouse: I started about 10 years ago. Vintage clothes were starting to get popular and my sister and I found the Jet Rag dollar sale and started going every Sunday. I was hooked from then on.

AT: What do you consider your best thrifted find ever?

FTH: I have found some great stuff but I don't hold onto clothes for long so it's been sold.

AT: What would be the ultimate coolest thing to see for a dollar at the thrift store?

FTH: Hmm! A pair of perfect shoes or a dress with my exact measurements.

AT: Do you have any tips for finding great things while thrifting?

FTH: Just be patient and look for colors, textures, and patterns that catch your eye.

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Thanks so much for the interview, Coury! 

Everyone, be sure to check out Coury's blog Fancy Treehouse as well as her eBay shop!!

Always,

Amanda