Tuesday, 25 May 2010

Thrifty Tuesday

































I can't believe I got this gilt mirror for $8! Yup, it's from my local charity shop.

Okay, I admit, it's not carved wood but moulded plastic, not that you can tell until you touch or hold it. What attracted me to it most is it's shape and it's super light which makes it really easy to hang. For these photos I hung it above my bargain $30 side table which I sourced on Gumtree but I know it won't be able to stay because its 'way too ornate and girly for our living room'!

I haven't decided whether to keep it this slightly brash gold or touch it up with a soft old gold or paint it white.

Hmmm...decisions, decisions.

I've thrown in some extra photos of my sweetpeas and lilies. I can't go through a weekend without buying fresh flowers, they are my little treat after all my great thrifting! :-)
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23 comments:

  1. Unknown25 May 2010 at 08:45

    Great Bargain Anna!!!
    I love gilt mirrors I've got two silver ones in the bedroom and I just spray painted my Grandma's big heavy gold one white yesterday. It looks fantastic white, it's going in the bedroom also. I'm going to blog about it soon. So I vote white.
    Jxx

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  2. petals and vintage25 May 2010 at 08:51

    Gorgeous photos Anna. I agree flowers and thrifting go together, as I do the same! As for the beaut mirror, I vote white.
    Cheers, Pam

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  3. Poppies and Sunshine25 May 2010 at 11:35

    I looove gilt mirrors! Such a deal :) And that side table is also a great deal! I love your flowers. This really inspires me to want to start buying fresh flowers on a weekly basis!

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  4. Unknown25 May 2010 at 11:39

    Good deal! I love those plastic mirrors, you totally can't tell! Stunning, great find! XO!

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  5. orange sugar home25 May 2010 at 12:08

    ohhh another thrifter addict I see!! I could do it all day. Love the mirror and who cares its plastic. When you tire of it you can pass it on and won't miss it. Thrifting lets you try things out....Great table also!!

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  6. Marcie25 May 2010 at 13:03

    $8! What a steal! I love it. The intricate detailing is amazing.

    :) Marcie

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  7. Bring Pretty Back25 May 2010 at 13:08

    8 dollars! Isn't that just the best when you find something beautiful sor such little money!

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  8. Kerry25 May 2010 at 13:47

    Now that's a very good score!

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  9. Bren25 May 2010 at 17:12

    Knowing me, I'd probably paint the mirror white, but I think it would look amazing painted a bold bright color, like yellow, red, or hot pink! What a great find for $8!!!

    Btw, I gave you a blog award on Friday ;)

    xo,
    Bren @ Chasing Beauty

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  10. It's me25 May 2010 at 17:18

    I do not understand...but i see no photo's Anna !!

    Happy day from Ria........

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  11. Annie25 May 2010 at 17:18

    Thank you so much for visiting my blog, like you I love discovering new blogs of people who share my passion for vintage.
    Ann x

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  12. Cornflakes and Honey25 May 2010 at 17:27

    Hi Ria, it happened to me the other day, not sure why but I and others seem to be able to see these pics. Maybe refresh the screen? x

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  13. Amanda (Small Acorns)25 May 2010 at 19:56

    I'm like you with flowers Anna. My wee treat each week, and I can't go without. Surely there could be worse vices a girl could have!

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  14. I Love Pretty Little Things25 May 2010 at 21:20

    I LOVE your new mirror!!! (Especially for 8.00), but I would love it no matter the cost. :)
    Don't you just love a find like that?
    Everything looks beautiful,
    Joyce

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  15. Copious Couture25 May 2010 at 23:21

    Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and commenting! I love yours... especially your name! It's awesome!!!!

    Carissa
    http://copiouscouture.blogspot.com

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  16. Madelief26 May 2010 at 02:12

    Dear Cornflake,

    I think something has gone wrong with blogger in Holland. I can't see any photos either...

    Lieve groet, Madelief

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  17. All things nice...26 May 2010 at 04:59

    Anna,

    I can only see one of your photographs as well :(

    All things nice...

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  18. Mary Ann26 May 2010 at 06:08

    hi anna! i can't see your top photos either. but those flowers am sure smell heavenly! will come back soon to check out those 2 mysterious photos. am now your new follower, and thanks for dropping by. have a lovely evening! verbena cottage

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  19. charmaine26 May 2010 at 06:22

    hi Anna! that mirror is beautiful! i love the shape too. you got a pretty good bargain on it too, $8.00 bucks, wow! thanks for stopping by my blog and visiting. also, i just think the name of your blog is adorable. have a lovely day!

    God Bless,
    Charmaine

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  20. Gorgeous Glam26 May 2010 at 07:30

    Hi doll, thanks for you sweet comments! I love that mirror, any color you put on it will be glam! xoxo

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  21. beachvintage.com26 May 2010 at 09:25

    I have a moulded plastic mirror too, not many people can tell the difference and they look fabulous.

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  22. style-for-style26 May 2010 at 14:44

    ahh, I'm always checking the thrift store for mirrors like that.
    last time my sister in law found one.

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  23. Amanda28 May 2010 at 17:04

    What a beautiful mirror Anna! Love it! It will lookk so lovely painted :)

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It's so wonderful to read all your comments, thanks for stopping by Cornflakes & Honey! x :-)

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