tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18208238973671837972024-03-12T21:57:17.117-07:00The Lemon TreeAlyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-82958368701898727472012-01-28T06:30:00.000-08:002012-01-28T06:30:46.301-08:00Happy Birthday (to me)<br />
Thursday was my golden birthday (26 on the 26th!). I remember one birthday- I must have been 7 or so- I had a unicorn piñata. That was a blast. I think I'd like to have a piñata again one day- but this year I couldn't have been happier to receive the sweetest card and unexpected surprise from my husband (tickets to see Blue Man Group), dinner at a favorite restaurant (Famous Dave's for ribs) and a blu-ray (Midnight in Paris!!) and mini crockpot (for making our culinary weakness- Rotel dip) from my sister. Not every year can be a piñata year, but the quiet years can be just as special.<br />
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There comes a time when you need to start replacing all of your flimsy, worn out pots and pans with more durable pieces. The "durable" of today, however, comes nowhere close to lasting as long as the pieces of the past. I've picked up a few really great kitchen staples recently and am excited to put them to use.</div>
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This Texasware confetti mixing bowl was a fun find. I've had my eye on the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Zak-Designs-Orange-4-Inch-Mixing/dp/B00175XFZY/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1327258791&sr=8-12" target="_blank">ZAK Designs </a>set of mixing bowls for awhile now- so it was neat to find their vintage counterpart at Goodwill. <br />
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Cast iron is definitely a kitchen luxury. I found this diamond in the rough enameled cast iron skillet at Dig and Save. It was absolutely filthy- but a few sprinkles of Bar Keepers Friend cleaned it right up.</div>
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There are a few unfortunate dings in the enamel, but it's still completely usable. <br />
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Here is the mark on the bottom. I can't say with 100% certainty, but I believe this could be a vintage Cousances/Le Creuset piece. If anyone knows for sure, please let me know! <br />
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I almost passed on this pot because of the $6.99 price tag (dumb). It's vintage Dansk Kobenstyle! Yellow is my favorite color, so I really don't know why I even thought twice about this (must have been having a "cheap" day). </div>
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It does have some significant staining on the inside, unfortunately. I tried repeated applications of Bar Keeper Friend to no avail. If anyone has any other tips for cleaning enamelware, please pass them along!<br />
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Finally, I have to say hi to another Madison blogger- Candace over at <a href="http://luxe-stitch.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Luxe-Stitch</a>. We ran into each other yesterday at Savers. It was pretty neat to meet another like-minded blogger in person! </div>Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-84384677212531171632011-11-30T13:04:00.001-08:002011-12-11T15:07:21.495-08:00Wedding dollars and sense.Because inquiring minds want to know- I'm just going to bluntly put it out there. Our wedding rang in at right about $5,000. I kind of choked once all of the receipts were tallied up. Although we didn't have a true dollar amount budget, the goal was to keep everything as thrifty as possible (I naively thought we could do the whole thing for $2,000-$2,500). I don't know what we could have cut out or changed. And yes, I realize that $5,000 is quite thrifty by most wedding standards. A gigantic thank you to my parents for helping us out as much as they could- we all avoided years and years of impending debt- which really was the goal all along. <br />
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Here are a few of the major ways we were able to save money:<br />
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1) <i>We didn't have to book a venue</i>- The ceremony and reception took place in my parent's backyard. I'm a true homebody and wouldn't have had it any other way. We were truly blessed to have this "location" work out- I realize most people wouldn't even have this as an option. The biggest overall expense was in terms of rentals. We rented a large tent, tables and chairs and linens- not only to divide the ceremony and reception, but the tent would have been essential if it would have rained. God was really smiling down on us that day- and the weather was perfect. <br />
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2) <i>We didn't have a "photography package"</i>. When the planning began I looked at booking a few amateur photogs. I was absolutely astounded at the prices for wedding packages. <b>Astounded</b>! I was so, so thankful when a family friend agreed to photograph the ceremony and our portraits for us for next to nothing. I wanted all of the important moments to be captured, but was less concerned with fancy editing, albums, etc. My aunt also took photos throughout the day and at the reception. I have two beautiful sets of photos saved to discs that I can do whatever I want with, and didn't have to wait for months to get them! <br />
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3) <i>DIY & thrift store decor</i>. This was a lot of work, but when all was said and done, also a lot of fun. Between my mom and I, we were probably at a thrift store, garage sale,
craft store, or dollar store at least 3 times a week for two months. We collected mason jars, doilies, lace, old books, and I even dumpster dived some working twinkle lights. Fun! <br />
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4) <i>Skip the florist.</i> The morning of the wedding, my sister and I put together the bouquets arranged from flowers from Trader Joe's and Aldi. Some rose petals were scattered around the reception tables, and there were small bouquets arranged in Ikea vases to mark the aisle. I think we spent less that $40 total on flowers! So simple, yet so pretty!<br />
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I have a few more details to share-<i> I haven't gotten to gush about my vintage dress yet!</i> Will be back with another post soon!Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-32963456786629099552011-10-26T14:48:00.001-07:002011-11-21T19:18:34.247-08:00Darling, I do...My wedding season has come to a close as I finished mailing out my thank you cards last week. It was a whirlwind to say the least. Engaged on May 2nd and hitched just over 4 months later on September 17th. (And two month after that I'm finally getting around to creating this post- TEMPUS FUGIT!) <br />
When people say your wedding day is the "happiest day of your life" they are not kidding. Perfect shouldn't be a word tossed around lightly- but it was <b>truly</b> a perfect day. <br />
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I plan to deconstruct everything in a few more detailed posts (including how we managed to put everything together without going into debt). In the meantime, here are some favorite photos:<br />
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I <3 Wisconsin <br />
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My best bike<br />
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My Capitol city<br />
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Currently in NYC for a great friend's wedding<br />
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Congrats you two!<br />
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My favorite NYC attraction<br />
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Sneak peak at the centerpiece for my impending nuptials. SEPT 17th !!!<br />
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Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-49647497063801857972011-06-02T19:46:00.000-07:002011-06-02T19:46:27.550-07:00Another Kind of Treasure Hunt, continuedStart with Part 1 of this post <a href="http://alyssabeebythelemontree.blogspot.com/2011/06/another-kind-of-treasure-hunt.html">here</a>. <br />
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The real joy to be found in geocaching, is happening upon places you'd never otherwise know existed. Equipped with our trustee iPhones, Kenny and I decided to explore some of the smaller towns around the Madison area on Memorial Day. Places where you wouldn't typically think there would be anything "to do."<br />
Here are some of the magical places / things we came across:<br />
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Lovely lakes and bridges- <br />
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Kinda creepy and strangely beautiful. The caches are never placed on or around graves, so nothing is ever disturbed. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk_rbh15imtjEdxZYqblgeSOomd7EgD18Bo5OLzCuBRKckH3MTIzndycO6uIUXHGrggnN8yFBpItvJR2-DNw3aMHm4B70hxex3XE7iFpNRrz3WGYn-QQFBzE_OZshHEDgf9V6dM7EWYqDe/s1600/100_1410.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk_rbh15imtjEdxZYqblgeSOomd7EgD18Bo5OLzCuBRKckH3MTIzndycO6uIUXHGrggnN8yFBpItvJR2-DNw3aMHm4B70hxex3XE7iFpNRrz3WGYn-QQFBzE_OZshHEDgf9V6dM7EWYqDe/s400/100_1410.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMmJ6vqpzG2z2zv2fuOlKVmqrZJAPCmSSikKiB5SGiV_DICTdTZSW46ERgnmfMmbUYfBXD0LsAS-8CSXKE7DxNGlbWNjEqGI7u5eQCzm99rZ5vi0Dl-vy3lO1HXzsK70FeNB-vVM_piJcv/s1600/100_1426.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMmJ6vqpzG2z2zv2fuOlKVmqrZJAPCmSSikKiB5SGiV_DICTdTZSW46ERgnmfMmbUYfBXD0LsAS-8CSXKE7DxNGlbWNjEqGI7u5eQCzm99rZ5vi0Dl-vy3lO1HXzsK70FeNB-vVM_piJcv/s400/100_1426.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj0yiX2KEAeSyXEus0ggmaZOMqn6Iyj9YeLk4mLrd8vVGs5eHEZkg-TJeq6RgGSzJi_Toaqf9lyIFbV9Vm_X8Y6P23KbYUZ0uDF7VdkCZmHjtTkYNqHQVJBzeidJiB8E3EL1IZ68n1u0Zh/s1600/100_1411.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj0yiX2KEAeSyXEus0ggmaZOMqn6Iyj9YeLk4mLrd8vVGs5eHEZkg-TJeq6RgGSzJi_Toaqf9lyIFbV9Vm_X8Y6P23KbYUZ0uDF7VdkCZmHjtTkYNqHQVJBzeidJiB8E3EL1IZ68n1u0Zh/s400/100_1411.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU3cIKHHw798Iku8JUtHzfwAa9oQNhVuM3OeegsjrAH8REuUaZZ0LrNpD3UJ1_iAVBikyhkcFORn2WhjOEvyi6l_KAv43-ff3J_q-nyLu7NqROdgPR-dwKTsRlmC3fSiQv2Iznboxf_JBK/s1600/100_1408.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU3cIKHHw798Iku8JUtHzfwAa9oQNhVuM3OeegsjrAH8REuUaZZ0LrNpD3UJ1_iAVBikyhkcFORn2WhjOEvyi6l_KAv43-ff3J_q-nyLu7NqROdgPR-dwKTsRlmC3fSiQv2Iznboxf_JBK/s400/100_1408.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And then this- well this was just epic. A cache popped up on the GPS called "Cream Puffs as Big as Your Head". Well we didn't end up finding the cache (we did find 9 out of 12 that day) but we DID find said cream puffs.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqKjLWLPvcBV4qL1hl7AogkGJJONjSPqjGkkS3M7WMXayIIKmbxojknjtJ0B0iGIZ3xMJipIvUx4Gi0DeXUrQhslzpixRC5uo9hyphenhyphenz5KjlDTz-SgFCTylKuYSWnkRGYp9PO8OdAu4JbxYKX/s1600/100_1382.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqKjLWLPvcBV4qL1hl7AogkGJJONjSPqjGkkS3M7WMXayIIKmbxojknjtJ0B0iGIZ3xMJipIvUx4Gi0DeXUrQhslzpixRC5uo9hyphenhyphenz5KjlDTz-SgFCTylKuYSWnkRGYp9PO8OdAu4JbxYKX/s400/100_1382.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6P49zhOEGK5x4uF88NdOZLRiu6_FNUHcYU6bUzXib3PXIhkf-3WnTjkuEfJ3iRVvXe2tmyR4DICgCew5QmtWj92Yx9pjAqCUGPcQNG-UgcQMWM3EGaTpkJzYru6KQVnSpy6uq_b8Fjqm5/s1600/100_1385.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6P49zhOEGK5x4uF88NdOZLRiu6_FNUHcYU6bUzXib3PXIhkf-3WnTjkuEfJ3iRVvXe2tmyR4DICgCew5QmtWj92Yx9pjAqCUGPcQNG-UgcQMWM3EGaTpkJzYru6KQVnSpy6uq_b8Fjqm5/s400/100_1385.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEUadi9RNdCnUxCG4NqXBxVbrr9EENSW_UV9TeOR295A0u1M8bZfQjlJKCSQcQwP1qFcvnOsxAVa-11WBDSlWS8HCeoADsuwi_MoMn0FykC_s7-XTZgwwK7HoZcFnBivRHteuvTkKi3fZ6/s1600/100_1387.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEUadi9RNdCnUxCG4NqXBxVbrr9EENSW_UV9TeOR295A0u1M8bZfQjlJKCSQcQwP1qFcvnOsxAVa-11WBDSlWS8HCeoADsuwi_MoMn0FykC_s7-XTZgwwK7HoZcFnBivRHteuvTkKi3fZ6/s400/100_1387.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJIMQkyHqiJ9NiRw_nUgQ8oy_HTN3GrCCJxH9JuZDWYTJ7cGXzhgT2_zoAkc_0azgpxTo_vV2v8-N3Y3kQPpRcFoe5vXgMA8WWPs7JrVr85PGY3hnF0bDFCp3aEmez7YbG-X7XXrQ-tuWq/s1600/100_1397.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJIMQkyHqiJ9NiRw_nUgQ8oy_HTN3GrCCJxH9JuZDWYTJ7cGXzhgT2_zoAkc_0azgpxTo_vV2v8-N3Y3kQPpRcFoe5vXgMA8WWPs7JrVr85PGY3hnF0bDFCp3aEmez7YbG-X7XXrQ-tuWq/s400/100_1397.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Listen, that cream puff was sold at a gas station of all places...the price? $2.75!!! Could.not.believe.it.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And we literally would have never come across any of this had it not been for this little "game" !!</div>Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-58458836693076835672011-06-02T19:13:00.000-07:002011-06-02T19:13:23.769-07:00Another Kind of Treasure Hunt...We all know what a treasure hunt thrifting can be. But there's another kind of "treasure" I'm also pretty passionate about. Do you geocache? If not, let me open a (potential) can of worms for you.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: red;">*Warning: addiction alert!</span></b></div><br />
To summarize the point of the"game" directly from the official <a href="http://www.geocaching.com/#Content">website</a>:<br />
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<b>Geocaching</b> is a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game. Players try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using GPS-enabled devices and then share their experiences online.<br />
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The unbelievable thing guys, is that these "caches" are right under your nose. I guarantee you pass by these containers on a daily basis right within your own city- probably practically in your own backyard. <br />
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My guy and I spent our Memorial Day on the rural country roads of some tiny Wisconsin towns. Here's a peak into our adventure...<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaEsGxfmKwSDf9w8kT1Z32_NNDHLw9KgafQg4BKGz3erRyYpwS4iHTI_5Bhw6iha8xQiJoLUkpebiRNbxKSYlooLN3EXHVWFDvTxtVkIMAqoYEdw3a7eDLHw0nlE5J33S4oM6RKRI8wHxV/s1600/100_1314.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaEsGxfmKwSDf9w8kT1Z32_NNDHLw9KgafQg4BKGz3erRyYpwS4iHTI_5Bhw6iha8xQiJoLUkpebiRNbxKSYlooLN3EXHVWFDvTxtVkIMAqoYEdw3a7eDLHw0nlE5J33S4oM6RKRI8wHxV/s400/100_1314.JPG" width="300" /></a></div> Geocaches can be found in quite the variety of containers:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">An ammo box </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Some weird taped up thing</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">A 35mm film canister wrapped in camo tape</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I seriously don't even know what this little magnetic thing would really be used for. Tiniest.cache.ever</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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</tbody></table>And a few examples of <i>where</i> geocaches might be hidden:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Under a log</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">At the bottom of a road sign post</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Hanging in a tree</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">In the middle of a tree</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Tucked inside the tiniest crevice </span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Once found, you have to sign the log with your team name. The log could be a small notebook, or strip of paper.<br />
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If you have a smartphone, you're in luck. Its a simple as downloading an app (supported devices <a href="http://www.geocaching.com/live/default.aspx">here</a>).<br />
If you end up trying it out- shoot me an <a href="mailto:alyssabee86@gmail.com">email</a> and let me know how much fun you had! I'd love to hear about it!!Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-31035644960151658802011-05-22T16:06:00.000-07:002011-05-22T16:06:00.306-07:00Something NewThere have been a few changes in my life since I last checked in. The happiest kind of changes really!<br />
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We added the sweetest kitty cat to our family. Her name is Fay Elaine. <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWGqVjnfA850_r3l6kwKfi4kShtxpkoNyF-vGqb_xoLC46gUrTm1lQ9bjUBDKyoDL7IPYaG0rSccNY87Fd3cbnp0xbTOcQmsvpGx7GUqsY-QuTn753Yo0uD8oGuN8SUJhKBiBxOxKKMXNd/s1600/100_1259.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWGqVjnfA850_r3l6kwKfi4kShtxpkoNyF-vGqb_xoLC46gUrTm1lQ9bjUBDKyoDL7IPYaG0rSccNY87Fd3cbnp0xbTOcQmsvpGx7GUqsY-QuTn753Yo0uD8oGuN8SUJhKBiBxOxKKMXNd/s320/100_1259.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>She brings so much happiness to my day! We current have two pups and <i>did</i> have a cat, Apple, who we unfortunately had to find a new home for last year. After having Apple for 2 years, she was never able to get along with our dogs...truly needed a home where she'd be the only pet. It was a hard decision to make, and made us nervous about getting another cat knowing how finicky they can be. But Fay has been an absolute angel. The most affectionate kitty I've ever met!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Love her!</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>I also won my first ever blog giveaway over at<a href="http://www.luxe-stitch.blogspot.com/"> Luxe Stitch</a>. A very pretty necklace from<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Beautifullyelegant"> Beautifully Elegant</a> on etsy. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">SO thrilling to get surprise packages in the mail!</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Here's how I styled it yesterday:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Love the super long length! </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPQJBVFDY_Cwgb7_Hi7yqAbGRoOjWyEhFenS63n7Lwcseyjxkick8gqWYWU8PChq8baPs9KmoT6Pk7yF-i9q_O-IDp_LVbKpk19Rw7OoKdBUbgDaDSWrbx3or16_30zaOEcAGM4k4gpCYy/s1600/100_1240.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPQJBVFDY_Cwgb7_Hi7yqAbGRoOjWyEhFenS63n7Lwcseyjxkick8gqWYWU8PChq8baPs9KmoT6Pk7yF-i9q_O-IDp_LVbKpk19Rw7OoKdBUbgDaDSWrbx3or16_30zaOEcAGM4k4gpCYy/s320/100_1240.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Also so in love with this great vintage high-waisted skirt I picked up at Goodwill last week. I've really been focusing on shifting my wardrobe shopping habits towards second-hand/vintage. I've found a bunch of great clothes lately and I swear if I told someone I picked them up at Urban or Anthro, they wouldn't know the difference!</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>And finally, my <i>favorite</i> new accessory:<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOSyPOLaAVNkB3vSDXlegMFnBTqS9PJ3jF52EH_Acl9XexTceQ1kqTMuk8becHi9MGAlUKDs_5gSUlSFaafvx9sDJLJmHqFJWwqpk1KztCa5NOoiIkX-Kvh1sXs8SoxMvlhG_fND68wJt1/s1600/100_1238.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOSyPOLaAVNkB3vSDXlegMFnBTqS9PJ3jF52EH_Acl9XexTceQ1kqTMuk8becHi9MGAlUKDs_5gSUlSFaafvx9sDJLJmHqFJWwqpk1KztCa5NOoiIkX-Kvh1sXs8SoxMvlhG_fND68wJt1/s320/100_1238.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>My guy proposed on May 2nd!!!! We've been together for 4 years now, so you could say it was about time :) I am so, so happy and also very proud of him for picking out the loveliest vintage-style ring. We're thinking about a September wedding! More details to come as we'll need to start seriously getting all of our ducks in a row if we want it to happen this year ;)Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-41938003393911440452011-04-30T07:25:00.000-07:002011-05-01T18:26:17.862-07:00More Pyrex!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>I'm thrilled to report that I've found quite the variety of Pyrex over the last few weeks!<br />
First up, something I was entirely too excited to find and that has already gone into heavy rotation in our kitchen:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pyrex restaurant ware! I found 8 plates at Savers that ended up costing around $5 total! The color (that lovely flamingo pink) and pattern are slightly faded- but truly, such a great find and I love serving dinner on them!</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</tbody></table>Here are my current dishes. I always keep an eye out for these patterns:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">This pattern is called "Sweet Flowers" I see these pop up in the thrift stores pretty often.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">This pattern is "La Fraise" by Sunmarc. Try as I might, I have never come across this pattern since I purchased these in Tucson, AZ around 4 years ago. </span></td></tr>
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I found more Pyrex plates! Well these are more like platters-they are gigantic! <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I've seen the 'Terra" patterned casseroles online before, but had no idea these platters existed. Very exciting find at the Dig & Save- probably paid less than $1.</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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</tbody></table>And lastly, I can never pass up these adorable carafes. I can't wait to make some fresh lemonade in this one!<br />
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I've found some other really neat treasures lately too, but the weather here in Wisconsin has been so dismal and overcast that any photos I take in my dim apartment would be worthless. But (knock on wood) it looks like spring might finally be here :)<br />
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I'm off to a wonderful resale shop this morning that is only open the last Saturday of the month. Its a guaranteed treasure trove- lovely weekend ahead!Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-70388949704689879462011-04-06T20:48:00.000-07:002011-04-06T20:49:22.196-07:00I'm Featured at Atomic Betties!<div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.atomicbetties.com/"><img border="0" src="http://i1097.photobucket.com/albums/g358/atomicbetties/Space-Betty-Button.gif" /></a></div>I was so excited when I received an email from Flo at <a href="http://www.atomicbetties.com/">Atomic Betties</a> last week asking if I'd be part of the new feature series on her blog! Of course I said yes, and I am very, very flattered by all of the kind things she had to say about my little corner of the internet!<br />
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Flo has a wonderful blog and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/atomicbetties">etsy shop</a> featuring some truly top-notch vintage treasures! Head on over and say hi when you get a chance- I dare you not to start drooling :)Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-46195968370472925252011-04-03T19:59:00.000-07:002011-04-03T19:59:14.785-07:00Spring Thaw and an Ugly Sweater<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Last weekend, my parents, littlest sister and I headed up to the Door County (WI) peninsula for a mini three day getaway. It felt so nice to take a vacation day from work and just relax and recharge! The weather here is slowly but surely warming up, but the last bit of snow left in the area was pretty breathtaking (figuratively and literally- temps were only in the 20s). Here are a few shots from the weekend. The water and sky couldn't have been any bluer, or the snow any whiter. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSaornWu1Elh-8TYiq4VOnLx1J3HRa30jeI_3JKaaDfzDYdUrkzUOJ2Ug4yYqCmJIay6UMghiPGPThyVLk_t0D6m3SKX3nF0VmWAcXT9jHnihUDH9NIn6GjbjdBfO60Abm9z2g0-MeuhsW/s1600/100_1074.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSaornWu1Elh-8TYiq4VOnLx1J3HRa30jeI_3JKaaDfzDYdUrkzUOJ2Ug4yYqCmJIay6UMghiPGPThyVLk_t0D6m3SKX3nF0VmWAcXT9jHnihUDH9NIn6GjbjdBfO60Abm9z2g0-MeuhsW/s400/100_1074.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipmcA6eihb4RBxNpww58IcMa7cLDfaEGM4BQxktzHFk6TXcRcIgfZk1DMwa5O_QCF8zPVR1KHjnDThg0bGdcUZngqpzUgHpLiMS5c4yc_s88A3VMRIQk166Qai9z-G7lRGeK-iglBlr0lZ/s1600/100_1077.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipmcA6eihb4RBxNpww58IcMa7cLDfaEGM4BQxktzHFk6TXcRcIgfZk1DMwa5O_QCF8zPVR1KHjnDThg0bGdcUZngqpzUgHpLiMS5c4yc_s88A3VMRIQk166Qai9z-G7lRGeK-iglBlr0lZ/s400/100_1077.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Kind of strange to see snow <i>and</i> sand. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The most beautiful windy road ever</span>. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Couldn't resist this old, chippy Shell sign.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">REALLY couldn't resist this cherry pie. The. Best. Ever. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The water literally sparkled. </span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>And finally. at the hotel we stayed at on Saturday night, we were all so excited to attend their 2nd annual ugly sweater party. Mom and I searched the local thrift stores for the ugliest of the ugly- and boy, did we come across some hideous stuff. We ended up spending less than $4 on 4 sweaters. Anyway, the party ended up being a total bust. Besides the four of us, there was only one other group (4 people) that showed up! We made the most of it and had a pretty great time amongst ourselves.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Me in a god-awful itchy poncho, Dad ala Mr. Rogers, Mom's was bubblegum pink with giraffes, and littlest sis refused to wear anything too ugly- I thought her sweater was adorable, so as soon as she finished wearing it, I snatched it up!</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>There wasn't much competition- but I DID take home top honors for ugliest sweater :) A free tshirt, some drink tokens and $$ for the jukebox! Seriously, if any of you are attending any ugly sweater parties I'd be more than happy to ship this poncho your way- its a guaranteed winner!Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-15197428702030536482011-03-24T20:18:00.000-07:002011-03-28T07:37:57.684-07:00Thrifty Finds<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Just have a few things to share that I found last week, as the thrift stores around here have been dry as a bone lately. And when I do manage to find something I like, its been WAY overpriced. Perfect example: A strapless black dress originally from GAP at Savers. Marked $19.99 (!!!!) And this was NOT new with tags. Needless to say, I stormed outta there rather frustrated and vowed to never go back (who am I kidding, I always go back :/ )<br />
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Here's what I found (all from the Hospice Care Thrift Store): <br />
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Some new books to add to my already too full bookshelf:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Girl, Interrupted</i> (Loved that movie, and I'm not even sure I knew it was based on a book) and <i>Into Thin Air</i> (by the same author as <i>Into the Wild</i>)</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Adorable woodland creature cookie cutters! These were originally from <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30133046">IKEA</a></span>. <span style="font-size: small;">I only paid 99cents!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I've had in incense burner on my thrift wishlist for awhile- was so happy to find this guy for only $1.49! </span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>And my favorite find of the week:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">A Kodak Instamatic with the original box, manual, unused flash cubes, AND....</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">What appears to be 24 exposures of film left! Which is so, so exciting because it takes 126 film which is no longer being made! I've got plans to use (at least some of) the film on a mini-road trip this weekend, then hopefully find a place that will develop it. I'll be sure to let you know how/if it turns out! </span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><strong>**Note: I'm an idiot... I thought the exposures counted backwards from 24, turns out they counted up from 1! So I was only able to take 1 or 2 photos! I will definitely still get the film developed though- There could be some real vintage treasures on it!</strong><br />
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I took a vacation day tomorrow and will be heading up to Green Bay and Door County Wisconsin with my parents and littlest sister. There is a 1970s/ Ugly Sweater party at our hotel on Saturday- should be a real trip! The high temps are supposed to only be in the 20s- YIKES!<br />
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Have a marvelous weekend- and stay warm! (I know Wisconsin isn't the only place experiencing a second helping of winter!)<br />
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</a></div>Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-88723710669150049692011-03-11T22:15:00.000-08:002011-03-11T22:17:40.176-08:00Bookworm AlertI know I'm not the only one that has a desingated "path" at my favorite thrifts-<br />
I always check out the housewares/furniture section first and foremost, secondly I browse the bookshelves. I also love to spend my Saturday mornings lazily looking through library book sales to find those hidden treasures (early editions and advanced reading copies!!) I am definitely a life-long reader.<br />
I found a copy of the novel 'Sideways' at Goodwill about a month ago. I knew Sideways was a critically acclaimed, Oscar winning movie- but had no idea that it was based on a book! I LOVE the movie, and the book was quite a trip, to say the least!<br />
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Some of my all-time favorite books have been turned into movies (and TV shows)- heres what I found in my own personal collection (I'm a life-long movie junkie too!):<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Chronicles of Narnia, Fantastic Mr Fox, The Golden Compass </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Jane Austen Book Club, Shopgirl, Sex and the City</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Great Expectations, Pride and Prejudice (and Zombies!!), Little Women </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Rosemary's Baby, Chocolat, Atonement </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOmouPzX0jZ1KW-DM-LcRg4ZiHzRD3sUi_RsMKsmOsz78tm1cPS0qkQyxReUk5XC495g-hYQxQekqsq_I2BwfQbB9Uw2dLFwjQ23CNpeYkvQgkQ3d4GawLSU0KmvY9b_wVY6Inr8JpltPg/s1600/five.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="99" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOmouPzX0jZ1KW-DM-LcRg4ZiHzRD3sUi_RsMKsmOsz78tm1cPS0qkQyxReUk5XC495g-hYQxQekqsq_I2BwfQbB9Uw2dLFwjQ23CNpeYkvQgkQ3d4GawLSU0KmvY9b_wVY6Inr8JpltPg/s400/five.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Devil Wears Prada, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Because of Winn-Dixie</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiou11dQyFTD7hZprS81dNoAqNyhanrSI3fyTi2neEZypTUf5gqOF9UJ4s71kYbfmpL-Tdv6zRD0CoPmHHWdxjJqaHN-5_-Vo1Fjz00tRKAc-1zX2iRENSyQ8WS_zJ-GVwRykeLFMRYxOFH/s1600/six.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="141" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiou11dQyFTD7hZprS81dNoAqNyhanrSI3fyTi2neEZypTUf5gqOF9UJ4s71kYbfmpL-Tdv6zRD0CoPmHHWdxjJqaHN-5_-Vo1Fjz00tRKAc-1zX2iRENSyQ8WS_zJ-GVwRykeLFMRYxOFH/s400/six.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Dexter, The Reader </span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>(Not included, but taking up plenty of room on our bookshelf and dvd cabinet is the entire Harry Potter series- thanks to boyfriend!) <br />
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All of these titles come with my highest recommendations! Do you have a preference when it comes to reading the book / watching the movie first? We all know the book ends up being better than the movie 99% of the time!Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-49429592248190503432011-03-05T08:29:00.000-08:002011-03-05T08:29:11.163-08:00Look What I Found<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> I found another Penguin ice bucket! Does this ever happen to you while out thrifting? You've been looking for something FOREVER to no avail, then you find it, then you keep finding it! Ha! Well I didn't hesitate picking this up again. Found it at the Dig N Save, unfortunately no lid, but because it ended up costing less than $1, I wasn't too concerned. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The original $20 price tag is a joke, right?!</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was also lucky enough last week to thrift both my first PINK Pyrex and MADE IN ENGLAND Pyrex!</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Flamingo casserole on the left, and Pyrex England on the right. They're both slightly worse for the wear, but I'm thrilled to have them!</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>I've also been into building my wardrobe up with more vintage pieces lately, and came across this lovely top:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The prettiest embroidery, and made in Switzerland. It fits like a dream. </span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>One constant, slightly quirky item on my thrift wishlist, is advanced reading copies of books. There's just some strange thrill in knowing that I own something that was never intended for resale. <br />
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I found a copy of Chuck Palahniuk's 'Rant':<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">This will honestly be my first Palahnuik read! Should be interesting!</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>And perhaps even more thrilling than an advanced reading copy of a book, is a demo of a record!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">This is Cheap Trick's "In Color and In Black and White" circa 1977! I think my dad would be proud! Bonus- Cheap Trick is from Rockford, IL- a mere 40 minutes from where I grew up!</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The vinyl even came with a promotional poster. It says, "Here's what America's rock press is saying"</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">"Beatles with balls."- Phonograph World</span> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have literally no plans for this entire weekend. There may be some thrifting in the forecast!</div>Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-82869691089372593842011-02-19T15:55:00.000-08:002011-02-19T15:55:17.500-08:00Owl Around the House v.2<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div>I feel like you don't really realize you're truly 'collecting' something until you gather it all up in one place. I swear I decorate with more than just owls!<br />
Here's what I found in my kitchen:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Teapot</span>. <span style="font-size: small;">I thrifted this one, but saw the exact same one in an antique shop once, and they had it labeled as a cat! Opinions? Still convinced its an owl.</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Another teapot. This was a gift from the boyfriend, but I weaseled it out of him that it was from Anthro.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Spoon holder. From my grandma!</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Trivet- thrifted. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Decorative mug- thrifted. Love the tropical motif on the belly!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Cookie jar- antique store</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Magnet- gift from boyfriend for valentines day!</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Towels and potholders- from Boston Store and Shopko I believe.</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Winking Owl wine bottles- from Aldi. Seriously if you have an Aldi in your town run out and buy this wine. Not only for the awesome label, but the thrifty $2.99 price tag too (oh and the wine is totally decent to boot)</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I posted about my mug collection <a href="http://alyssabeebythelemontree.blogspot.com/2010/09/weekend-owl-mugs.html">here </a></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">And a few other pieces have found their way into my cupboard! </span></td></tr>
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Have a good weekend! Have you added anything to your collections lately?Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-58749100780853318882011-02-10T19:45:00.000-08:002011-02-10T19:46:37.118-08:00Owl Around the House v.1<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgachgDGDEbr22DVJprF6O4LJu7fJS6c1kJOWrv3teKbb2ZsGX8SUx5Mj9P4KO18Y2CKPNMetL1CtmFQ3tNmKBcdBgdCVeMy71Dagw6YEJ1Oj-_XC7eYO9wQU3EYNWv2bRMU26EtvJzU22X/s1600/100_0756.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a>It's no secret to anyone who knows me that I love owls. Because they're scattered throughout my apartment in various sizes, shapes and forms, I thought it would be neat to gather them all up and start a new feature here on my blog: Owl Around the House! Once a week (or so) I'd like to feature bits and pieces of my ever growing collection. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">First off is my collection of owl jewelry. This is where it all began. Back in 2005 my sister and I were browsing a local consignment shop's jewelry selection, and spotted a few GIANT owl pendant necklaces. We stood and contemplated whether or not we could "rock" such fantastically gaudy jewelry, and at that point decided NO. Lo and behold, 6 months later, we were still thinking about the necklaces and decided to go back to the consignment shop- They were still there!! We've been hopelessly obsessed with all things owl ever s<span style="font-size: small;">ince.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgachgDGDEbr22DVJprF6O4LJu7fJS6c1kJOWrv3teKbb2ZsGX8SUx5Mj9P4KO18Y2CKPNMetL1CtmFQ3tNmKBcdBgdCVeMy71Dagw6YEJ1Oj-_XC7eYO9wQU3EYNWv2bRMU26EtvJzU22X/s320/100_0756.JPG" width="320" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">These are the big guys! </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">(Where I've purchased- From left to right):</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Antique shop</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Consignment shop- The one that started it all!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">Antique shop</span> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Do you have any owls around the house?</div>Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-50014584944246013352011-02-08T17:42:00.000-08:002011-02-08T17:45:18.350-08:00Ice ColdSometimes the thrift gods have a way of throwing you a bone when you least expect it and most need it. After searching high and low all year I finally came across the very item that was at the tippy top of my thrift wish list: A Penguin Ice Bucket ('Hot & Cold Server' if we're getting technical)!! I've been coveting my mom's and aunt's (which originally belonged to my grandma Judy) for the longest time. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">It was waiting for me at Savers for a mere $2.99!!!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">There's just something about those penguins....</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Hmmm...not sure what will now reside at the top of my wishlist....I'll have to give this some thought. But I could die happy now that I've got my Penguin.<br />
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Here are a few other treasures I've picked up these past few weeks:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">471 Pyrex Casserole from the Town & Country Set </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Vintage apron (.25 cents at Dig 'N Save!)</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Singer Sewing Book circa 1949. An amazing resource for all things sewing related.</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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</tbody></table>Plenty of lovely drawings and mid-century photographs in the book too!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Betty Crocker Guide to Easy Entertaining circa 1959</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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Happy treasure hunting! Have you happened upon any of your thrift wish list items lately?<br />
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</tbody></table>Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-13056220254596731672011-01-24T19:31:00.000-08:002011-01-24T19:31:03.316-08:00Vintage Massacre<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Today I came home to this: </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCCN2vOqvKYou6YNqYOfMYGvDnKygYvMIybPb38rWzwF4fnbS9TB-PDXtZrk2qNqcgdbeIPa1yzO-OE70M2N3I389HyVkt4TxqN5GLBUdsN3zCEY3VFcKfS5liBDGTx7TE4dNNisp67ZCm/s1600/100_0715.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCCN2vOqvKYou6YNqYOfMYGvDnKygYvMIybPb38rWzwF4fnbS9TB-PDXtZrk2qNqcgdbeIPa1yzO-OE70M2N3I389HyVkt4TxqN5GLBUdsN3zCEY3VFcKfS5liBDGTx7TE4dNNisp67ZCm/s400/100_0715.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
You may remember I introduced you to my sweet, thrifted Raggedy Ann doll not so long ago. In the same <a href="http://alyssabeebythelemontree.blogspot.com/2010/12/christmas-etc.html">post</a>, there was also a story about a very naughty <strike>escape artist</strike> dog named Brody. He struck again. And this time he went straight for the vintage. Poor Raggedy Ann had been sitting in the same chair for weeks without a bother. <br />
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Have any of your pets destroyed your prized thrifted finds? Sometimes I wonder if dogs are worth the trouble. Grr.Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-29809811561997184232011-01-08T08:00:00.000-08:002011-01-08T08:03:19.149-08:00New Year, New Tunes, New Thrifty Finds<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Well we're officially one week into this new year. So far it's feeling like much of the same to me- But here's to making the most of it!<br />
Kenny and I did indeed start the year off on the right foot by indulging in a three-course meal at one of our favorite restaurants, aptly called Vintage Brewing Co., on New Years Eve. This place presents your check to you on vintage saucers and is decked out in the most fabulous retro decor- the excellent food and brews are just icing on the cake!<br />
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Appetizers: <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Crosley Keepsake Turntable!! I love the retro look of this thing!</span></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Now I have something new to keep my eye out for at the thrifts- Old records! And at around $1 an album, this is not going to break the bank. Here's my collection so far:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Johnny Mathis is such a great crooner! Is the album on the right a Christmas staple at anyone else's house?</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">My favorite- Al Stewart's 'Time Passages' </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I love old folk music- Gordon Lightfoot, Cat Stevens, and John Denver</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">James Taylor, Chicago, and Phil Collins. These three, sadly, are pretty badly warped and don't play very well. Anyone have any nifty fixes for warped vinyl?? I see there are some YouTube vids out there involving the hot sun, and an oven :/</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: left;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>And finally, I don't know about you guys, but my local thrifts have been extremely lacking and even a bit over-priced as of late. But I did come home with a few gems last night:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I kept picking up and putting down this hand-stitched house shadow box thing. I'm glad I decided to go ahead and get it. It's pretty charming. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Two of my favorite rooms. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Antiques Roadshow Primer. Chock full of some great info on antiques and collectibles. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I was pretty excited to find this fully functional vintage Sunbeam Mixmaster in avocado green. I already have one in the Harvest Gold color- and see that these are going for some decent money on ebay, so may consider trying my hand at reselling. </span></td></tr>
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Have a fantastic weekend everyone!Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-54248241182799376032010-12-27T16:11:00.000-08:002010-12-27T16:16:02.952-08:00Christmas, etc.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Hoping everyone was able to enjoy every moment of Christmas this year. Can't believe it's already over! I had every intention of being productive over the long weekend, but honestly ended up being incredibly lazy and over-indulging the whole time. 'Tis the season! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here's a miscellaneous post about how I've been enjoying the past few weeks: </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Last weekend, Me, my sister, and our guys took our 4th annual trip to downtown Chicago to enjoy one of our favorite restaurants- Portillos. Its tradition to enjoy hot dogs as our appetizers and ribs as our main course! YUM! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP1bZOdv3Cu-hc-wQcQlIqP8JAQ0e91q6kOFvDBieurpzvod6unO9hM5teM_urBJqJxixb9X8_WYz_5BuhvgQEwvWKRWrz3OfF6kr2fTxWnAZeJJwtKv31cDEOxk9soUHEvIqNNKa9vy41/s1600/100_0492.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP1bZOdv3Cu-hc-wQcQlIqP8JAQ0e91q6kOFvDBieurpzvod6unO9hM5teM_urBJqJxixb9X8_WYz_5BuhvgQEwvWKRWrz3OfF6kr2fTxWnAZeJJwtKv31cDEOxk9soUHEvIqNNKa9vy41/s320/100_0492.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj0A_aZ7SHdNZH7admlPVrK5NHdm-kowHNSv8Hpip20zg9SfrSeaEr83zTCNfCb2BVRyjVKqUMp1NgutcpNUq5mRvhFDI8LyiPSRbZs3TCWE8GGG_SL0WkQ9j2DWxC1zCzIkYtiwXBHFTD/s1600/100_0482.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj0A_aZ7SHdNZH7admlPVrK5NHdm-kowHNSv8Hpip20zg9SfrSeaEr83zTCNfCb2BVRyjVKqUMp1NgutcpNUq5mRvhFDI8LyiPSRbZs3TCWE8GGG_SL0WkQ9j2DWxC1zCzIkYtiwXBHFTD/s320/100_0482.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsJIEzTAm2VWbAhnl-Nwe70WmnrZt_irHfYpcYm24OEe-3oIR4AlZ8ibOG33KWcxR-PuPbB_rdJOzefM1XIE5xJc6goGpdIg_Y9TFbKt33UAPtI6wG0ui6pBEtQQ9MJmMSM6O-gFjeiEoL/s1600/100_0501.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1xf0Ia-cuu4RQhNy42SGp9km1ppZKhQJTOxh19N1Ag9_RHneYbpmrF4bH0ZkEEkUYMhyKcF6OV9KDl56AVd_nQdpdvckIgrIUW13KcyOqiYzQq3jYQyP0SFYfjkAe5-cxtwsz0P9IT_Af/s1600/100_0499.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1xf0Ia-cuu4RQhNy42SGp9km1ppZKhQJTOxh19N1Ag9_RHneYbpmrF4bH0ZkEEkUYMhyKcF6OV9KDl56AVd_nQdpdvckIgrIUW13KcyOqiYzQq3jYQyP0SFYfjkAe5-cxtwsz0P9IT_Af/s320/100_0499.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsJIEzTAm2VWbAhnl-Nwe70WmnrZt_irHfYpcYm24OEe-3oIR4AlZ8ibOG33KWcxR-PuPbB_rdJOzefM1XIE5xJc6goGpdIg_Y9TFbKt33UAPtI6wG0ui6pBEtQQ9MJmMSM6O-gFjeiEoL/s1600/100_0501.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsJIEzTAm2VWbAhnl-Nwe70WmnrZt_irHfYpcYm24OEe-3oIR4AlZ8ibOG33KWcxR-PuPbB_rdJOzefM1XIE5xJc6goGpdIg_Y9TFbKt33UAPtI6wG0ui6pBEtQQ9MJmMSM6O-gFjeiEoL/s320/100_0501.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />
So everything was going off without a hitch as I was preparing to head down to my parent's house for Christmas. My sister and I has wrapped all the presents the night before, and this is what I came home to the following afternoon:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Yes that is wrapping paper strewn everywhere. A very naughty dog named Brody escaped and not only got into a wrapped box of Milkbones, BUT also a present that my sister was gifting to someone!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">These are the other two dogs clearly gated off in the hallway. We still have no idea how <strike>Houdini </strike>Brody got out. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I was <b>so</b> mad- so this is how I decompressed! The destroyed present was ordered from Etsy, and thankfully it was from a local seller so I was able to run to a local coffee shop where she sells her <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ZephyrWoods">necklaces</a> and replace it with something similar. Disaster somewhat diverted. </span></td></tr>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And it was a white Christmas indeed. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrNRWzzyZxfSHugRXtDkrUB6xiAL2hmxda3qL6o7Qoae5Ah34drK_jIyr5s4BAthnv-MpSpIMgl_sSKAzHLoplhxqHEVQd1R8AIzC28Dcr-WFk9VvIT-bboAosWLecdj0i4JMomQHEevSD/s1600/100_0529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrNRWzzyZxfSHugRXtDkrUB6xiAL2hmxda3qL6o7Qoae5Ah34drK_jIyr5s4BAthnv-MpSpIMgl_sSKAzHLoplhxqHEVQd1R8AIzC28Dcr-WFk9VvIT-bboAosWLecdj0i4JMomQHEevSD/s400/100_0529.JPG" width="400" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcx3oNdX3SRaw6UN2ONZ0Tz8f-trw-RbXRIjX9CMKWJDlzSVVwt6E2E36JNaFaiVYDJ3GBUAKTLaidFAXe5-SGNaIe97eGhXQ_vIDzsW2sEW-P48iPum3TNSsglGTVlwMurYAGQ51EtN6S/s1600/100_0521.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I have grown extremely jealous of my mom's vintage advent calendar (from Avon in the early '80s). We always used to argue over who got to move the mouse. A quick search on ebay informed me that these are going for upwards of $50! </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">My parents got me this <a href="http://www.crosleyradio.com/Product.aspx?pid=1822">Crosley iPod dock</a> that I've been drooling over for months. Opened it up and plugged it in and the darn thing didn't work! Bad power cord. Imagine my disappointment. Hoping the exchange process isn't too painful for my mom :/</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">A job well done by my boyfriend! It's a Tiffany pretzel necklace! Cute, quirky and thoughtful- my high school mascot was a pretzel (not kidding).</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</tbody></table>Thanks for sticking around! I'll probably check in again after New Years :)Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-4217175412331506022010-12-13T19:03:00.000-08:002010-12-13T19:03:59.557-08:00Christmas Cookies!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">My contribution...candy cane kisses. You can find the recipe on the back of the Hershey's Candy Cane Kisses bag. Pretty and delicious!! </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">So pretty...almost too nice to eat- but we'll get over it :)</span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Storing my batch in my Snowflake divided casserole! Yay for finding a resourceful use for those darn divided dishes! </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">And here's a glimpse of the tree at our apartment. </span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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Now please excuse me while I go enjoy some cookies and milk !Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-11438845012795279662010-12-07T21:04:00.000-08:002010-12-07T21:07:14.296-08:00Thrifty Finds, etc.I've got a whole mess of thrifty finds to unload on all of you this week! Without further ado:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Vintage Vera Scarf. I love the ladybug logo! Also found this great <a href="http://fashionsfinest.fuzzylizzie.com/vera.html">site</a> for dating vintage Vera items .</span><span style="font-size: small;"></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The pictures on the Memory tiles are to die for! I am so in love with the owls and the fox!!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Boska Tapas Fondue Set made in Holland. Not vintage, but it was new in the box at Savers, and I couldn't resist the whole Danish Modern feel. It will be perfect for our family's annual fondue party in February!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Really neat cosmic kaleidoscope thingy made in France. Its an "hour by hour adjustable system for recognizing and locating the 35 and stars and 60 constellations." Did anyone else have <a href="http://www.starlab.com/domes.html">StarLab</a> in elementary school? This totally reminded me of that magical dome. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Awesome Homer Laughin advertising plate for Crosley dishwashers! Wouldn't this be dreamy in a remodeled mid-century kitchen? </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I was BEYOND excited to find these McDonald's Fireking mugs at the St. Vincent Dig&Save! They were around 35cents because everything is priced by the pound!! Speaking of McDonalds, THE CUSTARD PIE HAS RETURNED FOR THE HOLIDAYS! Pure bliss. Please RUN to your local McD's and order several if you haven't already.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">I was very excited to thrift the perfect oak quilt rack! Now my quilts (made by my extremely talented grandmother (owl) and great-grandmother (patchwork) ) can be properly displayed! </span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">My grandma knew that me, my sister and our cousin are absolutely enamored with owls. And surprised us by making these quilts! One of the most special things ever. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Beautiful 043 1 1/2 Qt casserole. This buttery yellow color is my absolute favorite, but I couldn't readily find the pattern name. Help!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">This "Gourmet" pattern 2 1/2 qt casserole is perfect for the winter! The blue interior is gorgeous! </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Displaying vintage cookbook collection. </span><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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</tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">And the <span id="main" style="visibility: visible;"><span id="search" style="visibility: visible;"><i>pièce de</i> résistance:</span></span></span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">GASP! The original box!!! 8 cup coffee carafe. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">AND it came with the original brochure! PLUS I found it at the Dig&Save, so it probably ended up costing right around $1.00</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">And this kinda broke my heart a little. At the very bottom of the box was a wedding card! Someone received this as a wedding gift, and it was quite obviously never used! And then somehow ended up at the scummiest thrift store in town! I am so glad I saved it! I will cherish it forever (unlike the former bride and groom) </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">First snow of the season last weekend! </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Poor car :( </span></td></tr>
</tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span id="main" style="visibility: visible;"><span id="search" style="visibility: visible;">AND I finished reading <i>Lolita</i> (by the end, really couldn't decide if i should sympathize with Humbert or poor Delores Haze- maybe that was the point).</span></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdTJs6ZJz7gPI6eymC5WMMaDykd8H4uu4v3BrpaWWZM1Ln5Ai2womso2zZ_YCc-hEUHtVR0C_3-EMiPlKSH_ZJkDE5EVNYhLe9DO9_6Jkln5A5ZiMSIZwE8vKKIM-5sGu7OLtOWkAhW3xy/s1600/100_0449.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdTJs6ZJz7gPI6eymC5WMMaDykd8H4uu4v3BrpaWWZM1Ln5Ai2womso2zZ_YCc-hEUHtVR0C_3-EMiPlKSH_ZJkDE5EVNYhLe9DO9_6Jkln5A5ZiMSIZwE8vKKIM-5sGu7OLtOWkAhW3xy/s320/100_0449.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Next, <i>Into the Wild</i>. I'm 3 chapters in and its super intense already! </span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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</tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span id="main" style="visibility: visible;"><span id="search" style="visibility: visible;">Thanks for sticking around :) </span></span></span></div>Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-33687642249969070912010-12-02T17:42:00.000-08:002010-12-02T17:46:28.937-08:00Seven Secrets- (shhhh! don't tell anyone)I was tagged last week by Katie at <a href="http://katieebeee.blogspot.com/2010/11/seven-secrets-tagged.html">Katiee Bee</a> to share 7 secrets! After letting this swim in the back of my mind for awhile, I think I finally figured out 7 juicy (not really) things about myself....but you have to promise to keep them on the down-low! <br />
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<b>One</b>. <i>I groom my own dogs to save money</i>- Taking one dog to the groomer is expensive enough, but two is just absolutely not in the budget! We've invested into some professional clippers that will easily pay for themselves in two haircuts! So the pups are a little uneven...fur grows fast!<br />
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<b>Two</b>. <i>Speaking of dogs, I have two, but I'm really more of a cat person- </i>Like, could be crazy cat lady given the right circumstances, cat-person. We had to give up our cat, Apple, earlier this year :( She just wasn't happy in a multi-pet household. One of the saddest days ever.<br />
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<b>Three</b>. <i>I hate talking on the phone- </i>Always have. Please send a text, email or even letter instead!<br />
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<b>Four</b>. <i>I'm a loner- </i>(Dottie, a rebel). Friends and family are great, but I prefer being by myself a majority of the time.<br />
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<b>Five</b>. <i>Proud Hanson fan! </i>Yeah, Hanson, the band. NSync and Backstreet were great, but I was gaga for Hanson. Did you know they're still touring and making new music? Would have gone to see them this summer if the show wasn't an hour and a half away on a weeknight!<br />
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<b>Six</b>. <i>I was (am) terrified of ET- </i>Yeah, the extra-terrestrial. My parents have stories of me screaming and crying as a child when they bought the movie for me! The part where he's all shriveled up and dying still freaks me out. <br />
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<b>Seven</b>. <i>I'm obsessed with "checking-in"- </i>Foursquare, Gowalla, Causeworld, and Yelp. If I'm out and about I am most definitely checking-in at all of my locales with one, or all of these apps on my iPhone. If you're with me, it's probably super annoying (sorry Laura), but I think its fun! And i WAS the queen of Madison on Yelp for awhile, but was dethroned by some old, bald guy who is probably cheating.<br />
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*This might be against the rules, but I'm not going to tag anyone, because I simply don't feel like it :P<br />
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This post needs a picture, so here's a little eye candy from a week ago:<br />
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</tbody></table>Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1820823897367183797.post-10875753706216460882010-11-28T19:31:00.000-08:002010-11-28T19:31:12.137-08:00happY Thanksgiving!This post is severely overdue- but I have a good excuse! Was at my parent's house since Wednesday and forget to take my USB camera cord to upload all of my pictures :( I realllly could have used something to do too (only so many new episodes of Pawn Stars to catch up on)...love being home, but lets just say four days was pushing it and everyone was starting to get a little irritable after the turkey comas wore off.<br />
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Last Sunday my sister and I decided to cook our version of Thanksgiving dinner at our apartment for our guys. Everything was purchased from Trader Joe's and it was all down-right DELICIOUS! Deliciousness undoubtedly aided by preparing nearly everything in PYREX!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">(most of) The spread. </span></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Green bean casserole </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Brown sugar carrots and stuffing in a couple of rogue Fireking and Glasbake dishes</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">The aftermath</span>. <span style="font-size: small;">And I'm happy to report all of the Pyrex cleaned up fabulously! Even all of that baked on cornbread. Won't hesitate to cook in it ever again! </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Not sure what was happening here, but the look on Laura and her puppy's face is priceless!</span></td></tr>
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And on Thanksgiving Day...I was incredibly thankful that my aunt gave me this set of Pyrex bowls from her own kitchen! My mom has been passing the word around that I'm a collector :) <br />
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Hope everyone had an awesome weekend and holiday if you celebrated! Back to the daily grind tomorrow :( But then I'm booked every weekend from here on out until Christmas. Decorating cookies, shopping, RIBS (more on that later) So here's to hoping the work week sails by!<br />
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**Have tons of photos to take of my thrifty finds from the past few weeks, including Pyrex in the original box! Will post again real soon (thanks for the gentle nudge to get me to update, <a href="http://katieebeee.blogspot.com/">Katie Bee</a> !)Alyssa Beehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16961731327170383575noreply@blogger.com6