One thing that surprised me in the reader survey results is that you guys like to hear about thrifty finds. I wasn’t sure if you enjoyed those posts, but now I know.
Each year it is hit or miss with the yards sales. This year there were a lot of misses mostly because of bad weather and Saturday morning conflicts, so I only made it to a few yard sales. I was able to pick up these vintage plates for a dollar each from a sweet elderly couple who said they were getting rid of all their junk. I had to laugh.
When I got home I was washing them and noticed the flowered plate had what looked like a date on the back, so I googled Charles Reizenstein Company. I was able to find a little bit of information on the company. It has been around since the mid 1800’s, although it seems the number is actually a lot number. It’s condition is too good to be that old. I’m guessing they are both from the 50’s or 60’s.
One woman’s junk is another woman’s treasure. I think they are both pretty. They will be added to the ever evolving dining room wall.
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Beautiful Mary! I like the unusual shape of the top one.
fun finds! the sailboat one is so you!
Love them both – but really think the boat plate is a neat find! I collect old plates which we use. It is fun to see which one you get at each meal – we all have our favorites!
Mary, I just love both plates, especially the one with the sailboat…I’m always looking for a subtle little nautical touch for the lakehouse. When I read about you ladies and yard sales, I can just kick myself that I don’t get the newspaper and plan for them on the weekends. I used to have so much fun doing that and it has fallen to the wayside. You are inspiring!
XO,
Jane
Those are fabulous finds! I am on the lookout these days for some pretty vintage plates but haven’t had a ton of luck…. this plate wall display I want to create looks like it might be a long time in the making. Oh well, home isn’t built in a day:)
Mary – these are both beautiful plates. Love the shape and nautical theme of the top one. Really good finds.
Judy
Love these! The flowers is my favorite one. I used to display my old plates in my china cabinet. No room for them anymore…I should so do this! Great post:)
Di
Mary how beautiful! I love the sailboat plate!
xoxo
Karena
2013 Designer Series!
Beautiful. I have a thing for old plates.
Love plates on the wall and these will surely add to yours, the sailboat one is adorable!
Thanks for sharing!
These look so great!!
Have a blessed and wonderful day!!