Summer Haul & a Chicken

I'm lucky to live in an area where there's a yard sale every weekend.

Used to be I just couldn't pass up a bargain even if it was something I didn't need
but I have become a little more discerning in what I buy at these sales.

Now, I'm trying hard to buy only what I absolutely love.
Trying.

At this last sale, I bought a metal plant stand, a rug, some books,
a metal candlestick, and a gorgeous white bed skirt and shams.

Here's my most recent haul.

How could I not buy these lovely pillow shams with the fancy cutwork?

This little chicken basket was free and I did absolutely love it.

So it came home with me.

 I knew the rug's design and colors would look great in the guest room 

and it was in excellent condition. Here it is in its new home. Perfect!

My rule is to get rid of something every time I buy something. 

I read this in a book about de-cluttering and it seems to work pretty well.

Does it count if I get rid of a paperback when I buy a table?
YES, of course it does!!

I have a list of things I'm watching for at sales including ironstone, a glass cake stand, 

a French enamel water pitcher, old breadboards, tall wooden candlesticks, grain sacks 

and interesting chippy, rusty, old worn goodies.

Somehow, I usually come home with things that weren't on my list.

But I did absolutely love them.

And look who found a perfect little nest.

On a Personal Note . . . 
I just hit 5,000 page views and just had to add a personal note to this blog. 
As a new blogger, I wanted to let you all know how much your comments mean to me. 
Someone is actually reading my blog! 
I couldn't wait to read my first few comments and I'm still excited to see what you think. 
Everyone has been so positive, I appreciate your taking the time to say a few words of encouragement. Thank you from the bottom of my heart 
and I hope you keep reading and letting me know your thoughts. -- Pat

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