Vintage finds create instant collections & a thought...

Hi there. I'm getting ready to head out to the hospital today. Today's the day for my dad's big surgery. It's going to be a long day so I'm trying to put a smile on my face and be very positive for my mom and dad. I'm reminded today that things are things. People are what matter most and how you treat them. Not just when they are sick or down & out....but every.single.day. I hope you keep those thoughts tucked into your heart today and every day.

Yesterday I grocery shopped and prepared a ton of food for family that is visiting. To relieve a little stress I stopped by my favorite little thrift shop before heading home from the grocery store. The owner and my thrifty friend, Ellie Lou, was out of the shop. I found out that she just had a major surgery too. I will have to send her a card. I missed my chat with her about our crafty ventures.

I haven't bought much lately in the vintage department because I don't want all my goodies to end up in an episode of Hoarders or Storage Wars some day. But I've been eyeing hobnail milk glass lately and I finally caved yesterday. I had one of these little beauties in my hands and put it back on the shelf a few times. Then I stumbled on another matching dish in another vendor's booth and decided that these were meant to come home with me.
Then I found this cute little restaurant ware pitcher and little planter in my favorite off white color. I couldn't resist. I love to put little flowers in these tiny pitchers and the planters are perfect for candies or crafty goodness.
And just like that I had an instant collection of off white glass goodies. I finally decided that these would make for some fun storage for all my smaller tags and Project Life embellishments.
I can't wait to clear off a shelf and display my new finds. Who can resist all those little divided cubby holes.
Are you looking for some unique storage for your crafty finds? Sometimes a trip to the junk shops is just what you need. A tip: Don't look for the obvious. You probably won't find a grouping of just what you need sitting there staring at you. Think outside the box. Find one classic item that you like and build upon that item. Carry that favorite around look for other items that match in color or style.

Have some quirky collections of your own? I'd love to see them...post a link in the comments. I'd love to have some links to look at today while in the waiting room. Later friends.