Tuesday 11 June 2013

Charity Bargains

Pleasure in the Small Things.

I managed a quick roam around a few charity shops last week. I am actually on the look out for some unique items for our extension so was particularly interested in looking at the crockery. I love finding unusual one off items, but sometimes it takes a while before you find a real gem. I only managed to pick a few items up this time, but was pleased to find a new charity shop a little further from home that still only charges as little as 10p for some items! I shall be returning.


Here are the crockery items I snaffled.




A lovely little jug for 50p. I wanted one for wild flowers to put on our table outside. This is perfect.




I love little plates for storing my rings or earrings in. This one is on my bedside table now. It cost me the grand total of 50p.



I also wanted a sturdy pot for the kids tooth brushes. They have broken so many I am loathe to spend money on a new one. This is an old cheese pot. Cost 50p.



We have a theme going on with some of our summer bowls of "fish" . I thought this would look bright and cheerful with a lovely salad displayed on in for all those days we will be eating outside in the Uk this summer :O Cost £3




I also found a lovely little Gap denim dress. I don't like the puff sleeves, but these have been pinned for sewing already. When I have got around to it I'll show you my bargain on. It cost me £2.99.



I find such pleasure in items from the charity shops. Often they are new or as good as. It just sometimes takes a bit of perseverance to get a gem. I also like the fact that my money is going to a good cause. I have a post on hints and tips on shopping at charity shops here.


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7 comments:

  1. I love your crockery finds - sme great ideas there. Look forward to seeing the Gap top.

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  2. You have some great finds there. The crockery looks quite mundane before you show it in use as you intended - great vision! I think that's the key to charity shop shopping.

    Looking forward to seeing how you alter the dress. I also have a cap sleeved dress I'm planning to do something with, just not sure what yet - but it will involve altering the sleeves somehow! :-)

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  3. You found some lovely bits there Claire...the flowers look fab in the jug:)
    ~Anne xx

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  4. Love the jug and toothbrush holder - great buys! xx

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  5. Ooh some wonderful bits there! I love my charity shops and often find some beautiful little treasures xx

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  6. Love the jug, really sweet. It's nice to add flowers for al fresco dining! X

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  7. I love the Fortnum and Mason cheese pot. I love the jug too. I collect white ironstone pitchers, and this would fit right in with the others.

    Sue xo

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