Monday, May 14, 2012

Mother's Day Finds and Memories

Hunting and gathering is my passion.  So, what better way to start my Mother's Day, than to wake up bright and early, and cruise the local flea market.  Here are some of my finds.




Love this stand.  Gotta add handles.



I found a bunch of vintage bottles to play with.




A few shabby finds, that I don't have to paint.



Look at that original crackle finish.













Great basket, but.....



it has issues.  I have a plan.




So, that was my early morning.  I spent the rest of the day being pampered by my hubby, and two teen sons.  I came across an old photo of them, and had to share.  My boys tower over me now, but when I look in their eyes, I still see my little babies.


I hope everyone had a great Mother's Day.  See ya soon.


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38 comments:

  1. Burlap LuxeMay 13, 2012 at 4:10 PM

    Thats what I am talking about girl! what great way to spend Mothers Day! Happy at the fleas, and any great find makes Mama Happy:)

    Thank you Rosemary for your grace and beauty over at my place where I create of find a piece that inspires me to create.

    Happy Mothers Day to you dear friend. By the way your family is beautiful.
    xoxo
    Blessings to you and yours
    Dore

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  2. Connie@shabbyforsureMay 13, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    Great finds, great way to spend the morning. I have a similar basket with a similar hole. Please be sure to post what you do with yours. :)

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  3. AnonymousMay 13, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    Awww look at those cuties!! And what a great day shopping! Please share your mercury-glass paint treatment you use on your bottles! Thanks!!

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  4. BrandiMay 13, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    Awe, Rosemary! Your little boys are so cute. I hope you are enjoying your day with your family!

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  5. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresMay 13, 2012 at 6:03 PM

    Aren't they the cutest!! Sounds like a great way to spend Mother's Day...a good flea market and then some much needed pampering.
    That table will be awesome after you have your way with it.

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  6. AnneMay 13, 2012 at 6:06 PM

    Rosemary,
    Happy Mothers Day.What beautiful children.They grow up so fast.And usually taller than us too LOL.My daughter is as tall as I am.I'm sure she will keep growing.You have a beautiful family.Love all of your finds.Sounds like the perfect Mothers Day to me.
    (((Hugs))))
    Anne

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  7. KarenMay 13, 2012 at 6:12 PM

    What great finds Rosemary and your boys are beautiful. Happy Mothers Day.

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  8. Gwen @ The Bold AbodeMay 13, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    Fun, fun! You came home with some awesome finds, Rosemary!

    Happy Mother's Day!

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  9. UnknownMay 13, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    The boys look so cute sitting there with Dad. You have some great finds, love the little table.
    Sandy

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  10. FABBY'S LIVINGMay 13, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    Great finds! I love the stand. Your boys are adorable, I bet they're so handsome now. I know what you mean, I think my daughters are my little girls 4 ever! Have a nice Mother's Evening dear Rosemary.
    FABBY

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  11. SusanMay 13, 2012 at 7:20 PM

    Those little boys are darlings. My sons are 40 and 38 but I still have a picture of them as little boys sitting out in my home. Your hubby is a handsome man!

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  12. DebbiedoosMay 13, 2012 at 7:32 PM

    ahhh Rosemary your boys are adorable. You found some great stuff today. LOVE that table too.

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  13. AnonymousMay 13, 2012 at 7:38 PM

    Happy Mum's Day!
    Oh how I wish I was out hunting and gathering with you!
    Catherine

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  14. VictoriaMay 13, 2012 at 7:42 PM

    As the mom of 3 boys, I can so relate Rosemary! No matter how big and hairy they get, I still see my babies...sniffle sniffle:( That's a wonderful pic of your hubby and boys...all your men who I'm sure adore you:) Gorgeous finds too!

    We are living in the chaos of moving over here so I haven't been blogging much but I do hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day!

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  15. MicheleMay 13, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    Happy Mother's Day & really neat finds.

    Sincerely,
    Michele
    Pearl 13.1

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  16. KellyMay 13, 2012 at 10:16 PM

    OMG! I love those finds. I really like that old chair and candle sconce. That wire basket is great too! Can't wait to see how you fix it. Your children look so sweet! Hope you had a great Mother's Day today.

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  17. UnknownMay 13, 2012 at 10:34 PM

    Great finds, and I'm glad you got to buy some of your own gifts ;-), but ya gotta admit those 2 sweet faces are really what the day is about. I hope the rest of the day went as well as the first part did. Happy Mother's Day!

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  18. RhissannaMay 14, 2012 at 3:05 AM

    You found some lovely things but I have to admit the nicest photo is the boys. They're gorgeous!

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  19. Shabby chic SandyMay 14, 2012 at 3:45 AM

    Oh my goodness--your sons were adorable! I am thinking they probably still are:) You find the greatest stuff. Love that table!

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  20. UnknownMay 14, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    OMGosh...what an adorable family!! Please share a current picture of you all...Your guys are just too cute.

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  21. The Summer Kitchen GirlsMay 14, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    Hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day as well Rosemary...looks like you had a great day at the flea....love everything you got :)

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  22. AnonymousMay 14, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    Rosemary,

    That is a great photo of your husband and children. I hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day and I can't think of any better way to spend part of the day than thrifting. I'm really curious about what your plan is for that wastebasket!

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  23. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥May 14, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    everything is STUNNING as usual my friend!!!! how was your trip! That picture of your family is PRICELESS!!!! sending you tons of hugs and love and thanks for sharing with us!!!

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  24. The Speckled Hen CottageMay 14, 2012 at 10:47 AM

    Happy Mothers Day! What a way to spend the day...hunting,gathering and reiniscing. Love all of it but especially like the old basket and bottles and the little table with the metal railing.

    Happiness,
    Mickie

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  25. JanineMay 14, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    Love your blog, Rosemary. I check it every day. I love what you do... you inspire me so much!!

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  26. OliveMay 14, 2012 at 2:55 PM

    Terrific finds. I need to go to our flea. That is a cool photo of your guys. Yesterday was a toughie and a goodie for me. All holidays are bittersweet here. Nevertheless I am blessed beyond measure and Thank God for it.

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  27. The Polka Dot ClosetMay 14, 2012 at 3:42 PM

    Now, that was a perfect day, I love when I find something that I don't have to do a thing with!! YOur babies as babies and husband are adorable

    Carol

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  28. Shari @ turnstylevogue.comMay 14, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    Ummm, just a little jealous of your finds, especially those bottles! And don't you just love coming across old photos like that? Adorable!

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  29. Gypsy HeartMay 14, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    Wanna send that table my way? It's great! You really found a lot of treasures.

    The photo of your boys is absolutely precious! Your husband is quite handsome too. I'm glad they all spoiled you yesterday. I'm sure the boys are exceptionally good looking now.

    Pat

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  30. Gypsy HeartMay 14, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    Wanna send that table my way? It's great! You really found a lot of treasures.

    The photo of your boys is absolutely precious! Your husband is quite handsome too. I'm glad they all spoiled you yesterday. I'm sure the boys are exceptionally good looking now.

    Pat

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  31. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsMay 14, 2012 at 7:20 PM

    First of all, the boys were soooo adorable and I am sure they are just handsome now....I am so happy that you shared that picture!

    You must have some great flea market...you really got some great finds....so I look forward to the magic you will perform on those great things...

    Have a great week!!...

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  32. ReviMay 14, 2012 at 7:50 PM

    Lovely finds and handsome fellas! I still see the babies in my grown-up children's faces, too. :)
    -Revi

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  33. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMay 14, 2012 at 8:13 PM

    You find the best stuff. I love that table.

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  34. BlissMay 14, 2012 at 9:06 PM

    I can already vision the bottles.........

    (I still see my baby in the eyes of my first born and he's long past a teen. Guess that's just what we mom's do huh?)

    ~Bliss~

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  35. savvycityfarmerMay 14, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    oh, they are so cute!!
    and you're right about how grown up they are!

    take it easy now woman!

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  36. Barbe @ Beez Rental DesignsMay 15, 2012 at 4:24 AM

    Hi Rosemary, I'm like you; look at my sons and still see my baby boys. Boy did you find some great things. I can't wait to see where you take the little table. I'm a new follower and found you over at Nifty Thrifty party. I would love if you linked your finds over at my Frugal Treasures Tuesday party.

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  37. Donna WilkesMay 15, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    Do they ever really grow up in your heart and mind? It was a great score for you - all those treasures. I had a wire basket like this. I turned it upside down, added a wood round from Lowe's , and made a table! My favorite is the chair. Came over from Beez.

    Distressed Donna Down Home

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  38. Decor & HarmonyMay 18, 2012 at 7:21 AM

    We need to go scrounging together :) pick me up...I'll pay for the gas lol! Your boys are/were so cute! Can we see a recent picture too? Have a great weekend.

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