Thrifted Treasure: A Vintage Plant Stand

July 20, 2026July 17, 2026 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hey friends! I found this vintage plant stand on the curb of an antique store this weekend. It had a broken top rail and uneven legs, but it had really good bones. I couldn’t pass it up. The broken rail didn’t bother me at all. I figured I could fix the leg, so I took it home with me.

I dabbed a bit of wood glue to the little peg piece of the leg. I then added little pieces of air-dry clay to the peg, making sure to shape it into a sphere as I went. I would dab my fingers into water to help smooth the clay out and then alternate between dabbing a bit of wood glue and clay on. Once I got the shape and size to relatively match the other legs, I set it upside down to dry. I made sure I gave it a good 24 hrs. to cure.

Once it was dry, I used my “wood tone” markers for furniture scratches to color around it to get a similar tone to the other legs. It didn’t quit match, but you really can’t tell with it standing up right. I washed it with soap and water to clean the shelves and get the dust off. It looks great now and I can’t wait to fill it with plants! I even added the faux plant I found from my latest thrift haul. I have a little succulent I have been growing from my Mother’s Day flower bouquet that I plan on potting and displaying here as well.

I love how this adds some warmth and charm to the kitchen and it’s another way to bring in some greenery. Can’t wait to see what plants I will find to add to it!

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my new vintage piece!

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Weekend Thrift Haul

July 13, 2026 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hey friends! I hit the thrift jackpot this weekend and I’m so excited to share the goods!! Check it out below.

I saw this large, low profile serving bowl and immediately grabbed it. The colors make me think of Fall and I thought it would be nice to use for cooler weather dishes & sides. The leaf pattern goes around the outside of the bowl as well. I always do a gingerbread/sweet shoppe theme in my kitchen for Christmas and thought this tea towel would be a perfect addition for the hutch.

I’ve been decorating my bathtub area little by little the past few weeks and needed a bath rug. I spotted this one that still had the original tags on it. It’s the same color as my current towels and it’s so soft.

One thing I love finding in the thrift shops is greenery/plants. You can usually find faux plants and stems already potted or in a basket or vase of some sort for pretty cheap. I loved this little potted plant because it reminded me of greens growing in the garden. I thought it would be fun to display in my kitchen. Lord knows I love to grow plants but sometimes I love them too much and end up over/under watering them. lol. I am getting better at it though.

I have been wanting to find a pair of book ends, and it turned out to be my lucky day. I loved the pattern on these stone ones, so I grabbed these.

I was pretty happy about this jug here. I have been wanting one of these wine jugs for years! They are quite pricey online so you can imagine how excited I was to see this. And at only $10.00, it was a steal. I’ve already found a spot for it.

I will always buy architectural salvage if it’s at a good price point for me. The detailing is always beautiful and can elevate and add character to your home or furniture pieces. I will probably hang this over a doorway, but it would look really good hung over a bed or on a plain headboard. The possibilities are endless.

Saved the best for last…

I walked right past these lamp bases at first. I stopped the next aisle over and looked at them again and circled back around. They were only $6.00 each so I bought them because I just loved the antique look. They are so dainty and fancy. After bringing them home and researching I found out these are Waterford Lismore Crystal lamps! I was super shocked but the most excited about this find. I have a lamp shade in mind I think would fit these perfectly, but I need to see if I can find the parts. Looks like I will need a lamp shade base that sits on top of the bulb. I will definitely share a pic when I get it all together.

I hope you enjoyed reading this and seeing my thrifted treasures. I hope your inspired to get out there and visit your local thrift shops. You never know what you’re going to find!

Thanks for stopping by,

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Weekend Goodwill Haul

April 30, 2025 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hello friends! I found some cute things from the Goodwill store and couldn’t wait to share them!

I found a really nice Corning Ware casserole dish with the matching lid in great condition! I gave it a thorough cleaning and it’s ready for cooking. I also found this beautiful vanity mirror. I wasn’t in love with the color but loved the detailing. I repainted it, and I can’t wait to show you that mini make-over in another post. It looks so good! When I saw this vintage silver scalloped serving tray, I had to have it. It’s so pretty and I can’t wait to find a place for it in the kitchen.

Here are a few more goodies I bought. I loved this little cherub ornament that can be used for Valentine’s Day displays. I also got this cute picture frame with a jeweled dragon fly.

I found the perfect salt box for my Parisian, Cottage kitchen. It’s a little ceramic dish and I can’t wait to fill it with my Celtic salt. It’s right next to the stove ready for cooking!

How pretty is this metal box? I saw it and instantly loved the detailing and texture. I have the perfect spot for it here next to my faux plant. Perfect cozy vibes!

That’s all for my haul! Let me know if you find any treasures at your local Goodwill. I’d love to see them!

Thanks for reading,

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DIY Wall Decor: Mixing Thrifted and New

March 27, 2025March 27, 2025 The Dimestore Gypsy2 Comments

Hey friends! It took about a year, but I finally got this pantry wall decorated and wanted to share it with you. It’s a mix of thrifted and new decor for the perfect Cottage/French farmhouse vibe. Check it out below!

It took me a few months to collect a few copper molds I liked from resale/thrift stores. I arranged them here on the wall with a few small screws. My favorite is the spoon!

The chalkboard on the other side was a DIY from a year ago that I already had hanging. This is super easy and quick to make. You can find any size chalkboard and staple a ribbon or string to the back to instantly hang.

Another piece I already had hanging is this faux boxwood wreath. It’s the perfect way to add some greenery and warmth to this area. Add a bow and it’s ready to hang.

The last piece to add was my Homestead sign. I had this wall art piece that had an outline of a fish skeleton and was highlighter yellow! It was sitting around collecting dust and I thought it was the perfect size to make this sign. I searched and searched online for a style I liked and decided on this simple clean look.

I used 2 coats of Valspar Satin Ultra White paint to cover the yellow on the board and let it dry for an hour. After that dried, I measured an outside border, then free handed the word homestead with a pencil. Using a small artist paint brush, I traced back over the word with black craft paint. After a few hours of drying, I plotted my underline an est. word & numbers with a pencil. Once I got my placement down, I traced back over it with the black paint and let it dry. This was a little harder to free hand, but I took my time. If you mess up, you can just paint right over it and start again!

This sign didn’t take too long, and I was able to finish it over a weekend. It took one day to paint and then leave for drying overnight. I’m happy with the way it turned out and got the spouse to hang it as soon as possible!

I love mixing old and new together! It brings warmth, depth, & character into my space. Check your local discount stores and thrift shops often for unique & inexpensive decor pieces. I hope this inspires you to mix old and new together in your space!

Thanks for stopping by,

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2025 Thrift Haul: Unique Finds and DIY Ideas

January 24, 2025 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hello & Happy New Year! Hope you all are doing well and had a wonderful holiday.

I’m sharing my first post & thrift haul of 2025! I get so excited to share when I find things I love. I love a good haul, lol.

I love collecting white Corningware baking dishes! This one was in great condition and is the perfect size for a small casserole or serving dish. Then I found this cute little terra cotta house, I figured I can repaint it and turn it into a little gingerbread house for Christmas. I snagged a fun tassel beaded necklace, a Harry Potter themed velvet stocking, a brass reindeer tealight holder, and a little cozy manor house figurine for my bookshelf.

Another fun thing to collect are these glass cloches. I always get them in different sizes when the price is right to use in my decor. I will find a cute pan or cake stand and place these on top for a fun, whimsical display.

Here are the last few items I found. The cute little wooden storage boxes will go perfectly in my sewing room for buttons, etc. I loved this little welcome sign & it was only $1 so I had to get it.

I was so excited when I saw this Toile print lampshade and priced at only $5! The print is so pretty, and I love that it is in a neutral color. I want to add a lamp to my sewing room so I’m on the hunt for a little base now.

This was a good thrift shop day and I’m happy with all my goodies I found. I can’t wait to get started on my mini projects. Hope you enjoyed my little haul, and hope you find some treasures too!

Thanks for stopping by,

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MiniWeekday Thrift Haul

March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hello friends! OMG, it has been a minute since my last post. I’m back today to share my goodies from one of my very favorite things to do…thrift shop!

You never know what you’re going to find. I just love finding inexpensive, one of a kind decor pieces and mixing them in with some of my newer items. Scroll down below to see what I scored and how I styled some of the pieces.

I loved this sign. So clean and pretty! Goes along with my modern farmhouse vibes I have going on in my home. I have yet to decide on a place for it but for $5.00 I couldn’t pass it up. It’s from the Ashland Collection at Michael’s.

This actually had an At Home tag still on it. Don’t know what it is but I loved the shape and metal texture. I think it is some sort of outdoor decor. I thought this is so fun and unique. I don’t have anything like it, so it definitely came home with me.

This banana hanger/fruit basket combo was in really good shape, and I have been wanting one, so I brought this home too. Made a nice little spot for it here on the counter. It’s full of clementines and bananas now!

You can always find some good baskets at the thrift stores for a really great price. I found this pretty woven basket and put it here alongside my tub to hold all my bath salts, scrubs, & sponges. Very calming and spa like.

Lastly, the star of the pick…this brass globe! How cool right? I added it to my sofa table along with the metal silver piece I showed you earlier, & a faux plant I also thrifted. It all comes together nicely here. Super happy with my finds and looking forward to my next trip!

Hope you enjoyed seeing some of my treasures. Let me know if you love thrifting as much as I do!

Thanks for stopping by,

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Thrift Store Haul

July 14, 2021 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hey Friends! Hope you are all doing well. I have a mini thrift store haul to share with you today. Check out my finds below!

I was definitely feeling all the natural & wood tones that day! I have a couple of projects planned using some of the items I picked up. I’ll be sharing when they’re ready soon!

Thanks for stopping by,

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Thrift Store Haul

March 10, 2021March 9, 2021 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hello friends, and welcome back!

I scored lots of goodies on my latest thrifting adventure, so I thought I’d share them here with you all!

I have a bunch of stickers for scrapbooking/card making and the black card catalog is perfect storage for them. I love decorating with pumpkins in the Fall and was happy to find this cute set to add to my collection. Can we talk about this brown suede fringed bag? So cute! It was in mint condition so I had to have it! I picked up a few old linens to use for table runners/covers. They are worn in and so soft. I have a thing for baskets/trays and wood pieces!! I can’t help it, they bring so much texture & warmth into your decor. It’s currently being used as a bed tray now. I loved the look & texture of the last piece, so I think I may hang it in my bedroom gallery wall or our travel trailer. I haven’t decided yet!

I found this awesome throw for our travel trailer for $3. I’m decorating in a Southwest/Boho theme and thought this was perfect!

I picked this up because it reminded me of those antique sugar molds. It was only .99 cents and I was able to keep the plant for something else!

I got it all cleaned up and washed! Now it’s ready to be styled!!

I hope you enjoyed this little haul. I love thrifting and finding things I can re-purpose or re-style! Don’t be afraid to get out and shop your thrift shops. You can find some really fun & unique pieces for next to nothing. Follow me on Instagram to get more home decor ideas or to see how I use my thrift store finds in my decor!

Thanks for stopping by,

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Fall Tray Vignette

November 13, 2020November 13, 2020 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Hi friends! I’m holding off on putting up the Christmas trees until Thanksgiving…that’s our thing. Eat all the turkey we can then everyone zones out on the couch while Mama works on the trees lol!

If you’re still enjoying the pumpkins, then check out my styled tray below.

Here’s all the items I used for the tray.

Quick & easy right?

I hope this leaves you with some Fall decor inspo. Just a few decor pieces can come together to make a great vignette! Thanks for stopping by.

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New Simple Things Tabletop Collection by Kirkland’s

August 7, 2019August 7, 2019 The Dimestore GypsyLeave a comment

Oh my goodness!!! Can we talk about the new tabletop collection from Kirkland’s?? I’m so excited, can you tell?

The new collection named “Simple Things” consists of stoneware dinner plates, salad plates, bowls, mugs, glassware, flatware, & table linens. These pieces are so clean & simple, yet stylish…and with prices ranging from $3-$24, it’s super affordable and chic!

Scroll down to see my favorites!

205946_1 — White & Grey Dinner Plate set of 4-$24

205936_Spotlight02 — Glassware Assortment $4-$6 ea.

I’m digging the new glassware. Check out these embossed wine glasses!

205931_spotlight01 — Flatware 5 piece set $10

205277_Spotlight03 — Solid Black Napkins w/White Stitching set 4-$16 Black & White Buffalo Check Napkins set 4-$16

205448_1 — Charcoal Plaid Columbia Napkin set of 4-$16

205279_1 — Ivory & Rust Stripe Table Runner $20.00

How pretty is this table runner for Fall?

I hope you’re as excited about this new affordable collection as I am. Be sure to head over to your local Kirkland’s to see the entire collection and snag your favorite pieces!