Today I decided to go to a local thrift store and see what I could find for my flea market space for when it needs re-stocking. I spent way too much time in that store. The problem is, as you shop, the sales people bring out more and more stuff, so I always end up making several trips around the store before I decide it's time to go. I did come up with some good finds I think will do well in my space at the flea market.
One of my friends who owns Mad Maine Vintage Shop (see her blog under my list of favorites) says she always does well with mugs. I paid 90 cents each for all of these....
Here's another pair, and the inside has a small design too...
These are by far my favorite. I think they would be great for a cup of hot New England Clam Chowder that I am so fond of! I might have to keep them!
I also have a collection of Disneyana in my space. I found these cute Minnie and Mickey McDonald's Disney World commemorative glasses ($2.90 for the pair and thick glass) and this cute coffee mug (90 cents) marked Disneyland that will be added to the shelf.
And for your morning orange or tomato juice, how about this cute little glass pitcher with lid for only 90 cents (though I'm thinking mimosas or Bloody Marys)?
And tucked underneath a few items on one of the shelves, I found a large wood trivet decorated with a pig. I almost passed it up, but when I turned it over I saw a "Made In England" sticker on it, so I decided to grab it for only $1.90.
These commemorative plates ($2.90 each) are from Germany and I found out by looking online that they celebrate International Days of Hiking in the country. They are from 4 different years and 2 different towns in Germany. I like them because they remind me of something you would see in the mountains or woods and that's where our home is and also where the flea market is located at. So I think they will sell well, and anyone who is interested in hunting scenes might appreciate them also.
This cup and bowl with a painted train ($4.90) was made in Portugal. I think it will be a darling breakfast set for a little boy. Unfortunately the tag said it had 3 pieces, but I could not find the 3rd piece and have no idea what it was supposed to be (plate, maybe?). Maybe I'll go back tomorrow and look again. But it was too cute to pass up and it will go in my booth so maybe someone will like it also.
What do you like to look for when you visit thrift stores or flea markets?
One of my friends who owns Mad Maine Vintage Shop (see her blog under my list of favorites) says she always does well with mugs. I paid 90 cents each for all of these....
Here's another pair, and the inside has a small design too...
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| Originally sold by Anthropologie, no longer avaialable |
These are by far my favorite. I think they would be great for a cup of hot New England Clam Chowder that I am so fond of! I might have to keep them!
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| Crab Sea Spray Mug, sold by Anthropologie (no longer available) |
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| Sold on eBay! |
And for your morning orange or tomato juice, how about this cute little glass pitcher with lid for only 90 cents (though I'm thinking mimosas or Bloody Marys)?
And tucked underneath a few items on one of the shelves, I found a large wood trivet decorated with a pig. I almost passed it up, but when I turned it over I saw a "Made In England" sticker on it, so I decided to grab it for only $1.90.
This cup and bowl with a painted train ($4.90) was made in Portugal. I think it will be a darling breakfast set for a little boy. Unfortunately the tag said it had 3 pieces, but I could not find the 3rd piece and have no idea what it was supposed to be (plate, maybe?). Maybe I'll go back tomorrow and look again. But it was too cute to pass up and it will go in my booth so maybe someone will like it also.
What do you like to look for when you visit thrift stores or flea markets?
Cute mugs! Those crab mugs would fly out the door in my booth. That said, not all resellers have the same luck with coffee mugs. I had a discussion with a Southern (Florida) reseller about this, and she hardly ever sells any mugs. We think it *might* be geographical. We drink a lot of hot liquids of all sorts here in Maine. Could be a factor. let me know how yours do :-)
ReplyDeleteMad Maine, I thought of you immediately when I saw those crab mugs! And also there were 2 lighthouse lamps (one china, the other made of wood)that I know you would have loved for your shop. Wish there was a way to get them up to you cost effectively!
ReplyDeleteI am anxious to see how my glassware and mugs do. Since this is my first time selling in an actual storefront, I have a lot to learn. And I am not quite familiar with the demographics of the flea market I am located in. I do have Pyrex and some vintage Corning ware in my space. I am considering putting in some old Tupperware to see how it does. Will be interesting to see what has sold when I go up there the end of next week!
ReplyDeleteI'm loving the mugs too! I do drink more hot tea in the winter so Mad Maine may have a good point.
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