Jumping June

June was certainly  jumping with lots of yard sales, activities, and general summer fun. I had enjoyed thrifting with friends on the weekends prior to this post but alas, I did have to go out alone June 14th. Patty had hoped to go too but needed sleep more than deals. Just as well cause the sales were a tad bit in short supply and not a lot of quality either. 

However, there is always, always, something to be found. Thus, my "gleeful gloats" for this post!

The temps started rising and folks selling wanted to end a little early (I would have too!) so deals were found. Especially the last sale I found on the way home. This black metal shelf unit was marked so low but I passed by because I was driving a Civic! No way was that getting in my car. However, the seller mentioned it came apart easily and would fit in my car. So I took another look. It wasn't anything I could use but I knew I could sell it easily. And so I carefully watched as he showed me how to break it down. And it fit quite easily. I know I bought something else but for the life of me I can't remember. 

Metal shelf unit: $1
I kid you not!!

I found several kid items at a sale including this life preserver. I checked to see if it was Coast Guard approved and it was. Excellent condition. I figured Nate or one of my great nephews could use it: always nice to have an extra. Sure enough, late on, when I went to Morehead City to visit my nephew and niece and their families, it came in handy. Just like that, Kelley asked if someone had an extra preserver and I remembered I hadn't taken it out of my trunk. 

Cars life preserver: $2

The earliest sale of the day started at 6:30 (woo hoo, I "slept in") and there I picked up this new in original porch flag. It is the larger kind, not the little garden variety. Right price for resale, and tis the season! I sold it the day I posted the picture for $15.

Porch flag: $2

I have been picking up Dansko and or Sanita shoes the past few months for great prices. Around here they will sell better in the fall on the online yard sale sites. So these Koi Sanitas are boxed up for later. Just a couple of little smudges, other than that, they look brand new. 

Sanita "Koi" clogs: $5

This is one of those, "oh my goodness, how cute" purchases because it is a child's size beach/lounge chair and the price was so low despite great condition. I now realize children, at least my great nephews, niece and grandson don't sit in chairs at the beach. They play until they're exhausted and then sit in the sand. So it will go up for sale since I  have no use for it.

Child's size beach chair/lounger: $2

The same sale I bought the life preserver, I picked up these children's shoes. Great condition, good brand and all came with original boxes. I will sell these at a consignment sale in the fall if I can't sell online. Of course all were too small for family members.

3 pairs Stride Rite sneakers: $2 each

So as I stated earlier, the temps rose quickly that morning and when I arrived at one sale, the pile of clothes was quite large and the seller wanted to be finished. So she said all clothes were 50 cents each. At that, I started to search! For 50 cents I can take a chance something will fit, and if it doesn't, possibly sell or just donate. I picked up several pairs of pants all of which were my size and name brands. All fit except the ones below. 

Pants including the Chico brand above: 50 cents each.

There was more, but not much. As I said earlier, not a lot of sales and not much merchandise. The following Saturday we hosted our grandson Nate's 2nd birthday party in our backyard starting at 10am. I did consider going out early and "hitting" a couple of sales but with big thunderstorms Friday night I knew there wasn't going to be too many and I needed to get things set up in the morning. So glad I didn't go out! 

We had a wonderful time, the weather co-opereated (not too hot) and everyone one had a good time. All toddlers and parents were gone by 12:30p and clean up was relatively easy.

Happy Birthday Nate!!!

And so ends yard sales for June in NC. Steve and I head to NY for our annual vacation in the Catskills and 2 weeks of relaxation in nature. Oh my, I can hardly wait! And yes, I do plan on checking out yard sales up North. 

Hope you have found some sweet deals, bargains, thrifty finds your self. Until next time,

Thrifty Christy

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Plentiful Picking

Happy June!! I was a happy picker last Saturday, hunting with my peeps, Johanna and Patty. I do love picking with peeps! We met at Patty's house at a little before 0'dark thirty and made it to the first sale at 6am. There were lots of yard sales and only so much time. I beleive we stopped shopping around 9:30 and had breakfast together to catch up on our week and lives. Best part of the Saturday morning tradition for me is conversation with friends.

Below is Patty's van trunk shot. Obviously we found lots of stuff treasures, something for literally everyone. As usual I will only show what I found. The ladies'  goodies you'll just have to imagine.

I recently realized I have no trays. Gradually, one at a time, they have broken a handle, fell off a wall, etc. So I was on the lookout for a "new" one.  The one below is a perfect size and needs no touchups. The flowers are tile inserts and I thought quite pretty. I will endeavor to take better care.

The food storage canisters go to my sister Fran. They seal nicely and no chips or cracks. The Christmas velcro tape in green and red will be put to use as needed. And definitely not just for Christmas decor. I gave 2 to the veterinary clinic I run errands for since they usually have use for this stuff. I pick up expensive brand hair products when I find them cheap at yard sales and the ones below are great! Even found a small air freshener too. The little green package at the bottom contains soap (I love good soap) and shower and bath gel. And the sprinkler will be used at my grandson's birthday party next weekend. Pool party for toddlers! 

All shown here cost me $6.50

My niece Lindsey had requested I purchase kid size yard tools for her son, Beau. And these I snatched up for a great price. I did reserve one of the shovels for Nate to use at the beach. You can did pretty fast with sturdy shovel and create great holes and large sandcastles.

50 cents each

I've been on the lookout for a kid size basketball hoop for Nate and this is in excellent condition and a  good price. He hasn't used it yet but it will be out for the birthday party. Yard fun!

Little Tikes basketball hoop: $6

Last Friday, I went to a sale around lunch time and found 4 of these glass storage containers. Nice and large, I think they hold a little under a gallon. I showed them to my daughter Brenna and she loved them. She traded me her older metal ones for these. I sold hers for $10. Family discount!

4 for $5

Here they are after being filled and labeled.

Below is a better close up of the canisters for my sister, Fran and also a beach shade for beach trips with Nate. My daughter Brenna and son-in-law Robbie might find it helpful this summer. 

Both shade and set of canisters were $2 each.

I found childrens' shoes and bought a couple for Nate to grow into, and the top two to sell. 

Children's shoes were $1 a pair. I have already sold the girl's sandals for $5

Another NorthFace jacket! This was in "like new" condition and I bought it for $10. It sold quickly for $40.

Step level Readers are great reselling books. I can usually buy from between .10 to .50 and resell (depending on condition) for $1-$1.25. Lately I have found several moms who basically ask me to let them know when I get more and they buy from me, especially now that school is out.

Now you don't always have to pay for items! Patty found this couch (now gracing her family room) for free. Students leaving a rental had just carried it out. Really great condition, covers remove for machine wash. Out with her old, rather beat up 25 yr old+ sofa and in with this lovely, comfy couch. Should many more years. It is well constructed and made in NC near Greensboro. Love free!!

FREE!

Kelley had bean bags on her wish list for seating in the boat by little ones. This small footstool is perfect. Vinyl covering and no holes or rips. 

Bean bag ottoman: $1

I like Pyrex. I just can't help appreciating this vintage bowl and let me tell you, it is quite big. So I picked it up for Fran's second home at the coast. Hope she appreciates it too.

Big Pyrex bowl: $2

Not a great picture but I love it. It's a Christmas tree skirt and the jewel tones caught my eye and I had to have it. Fingers crossed Pru the cat won't "fall in love" with it. Those claws are lethal on sateen!

Christmas tree skirt: $3

One of my favorite finds was this pair of faux Jack Rogers sandals. They fit great and look never worn. I have already worn a couple of times. Yay!! I didn't have to pay retail! (I almost went out and bought a pair. Really, tried on a pair at a shoe store...and left without buying. They just didn't feel comfortable, even on sale.

Sandals: $1!!

 Oh, there's more, but it has taken me so long to get this post published, I think I'm going to wait til I get to Merriewold next week to post again. Leisure time will make it faster and enjoyable.

Happy June everyone. Hope you found some deals, steals, and bargains too. Catch up with you next week in the cool, Catskills during our vacation.

Thrifty Christy

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