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Thursday, January 10, 2013

Finally Some Vintage Finds & Being Recognized

Happy Thursday everyone, Hanna here.  I've had a busy week back at school, I've been really sick, but yesterday I finally felt well enough to thrift.  I haven't been finding any goodies lately, and was really needing something to turn my week around.  I quickly scooped up a few pieces of glassware that are headed straight to Ebay, but then found a few goodies for myself also.  
 A Hazel Atlas turquoise stripped glass that was in the bathroom section, I wouldn't have known to pick it up if Sister didn't have a set of red ones!  An orange chopper, it's important to keep to my color theme.  Lastly, I found a light pink Fire King mug for Sisterita, a little Valentine's Day treat.
 I also got this big square pillowcase.  I'm going to need Sister's magic to clean it, but the embroidery was so pretty.
Don't you think?
I also picked up a few crafty little things.  The lace I have few ideas for.  More importantly is the knitting needle.  Did you know I decided to teach myself to knit over winter break?  It was a long, frustrating process involving YouTube, wine, and mischievous cats and a dog very interested in what their Mom was doing.  I haven't created anything too exciting yet, but my failed first project turned into a neck warmer for miss Marley.  Don't judge, the quality is sad, but I had to do something with this first attempt.

The most exciting part of my visit to Goodwill was when I was approached by a fellow shopper.  She asked if I was one of the Pyrex Sisters and I couldn't believe it.  Her name was Debbie and she was just the sweetest lady.  We got to chat for a little bit and it was so rewarding to meet someone who follows our blog.  We started it not thinking anything of it and we've now created this network of friends that love what we love and it is just amazing.  So, thanks Debbie for your kind words, and you're right, us Pyrex girls (and boys) need to stick together!

One last thing.  I forgot to share a piece of Pyrex that Sister got me for Christmas and so I used it last night so I could show it off.
Isn't she pretty?  Thanks Sister, I've longed for the Bluebird for a very long time.

I'm linking up over at Vintage Thingy Thursday and Thrifty Things Friday!
Until next time!
Sister Hanna
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21 comments:

  1. JillJanuary 10, 2013 at 6:06 PM

    That is so neat that you met up with someone who knew you were a "Pyrex Sister"

    Love the Bluebird - that's a special one!!

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  2. SixBalloonsJanuary 10, 2013 at 6:34 PM

    Wooo that is so cool, you are famous!

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  3. Sally Annie MagundyJanuary 10, 2013 at 6:42 PM

    That's so cute, what fun to be recognized!

    Marley is adorable and her neck warmer is very flattering on her! Matches her cute pink nosy :) I could kick myself for never learning to knit or crochet - I want to take a class, wonder if I've got the patience to hang in there though.

    Happy VTT!

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  4. sandieJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:45 PM

    so funny, enjoy your blog.....love your kitty neck warmer am also learning to knit also : )

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  5. Erica of Golden Egg VintageJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:50 PM

    You're famous!!! LOL That's great to be recognized!
    Sister will love her pink mug. Great Finds!
    Erica

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  6. MickJanuary 10, 2013 at 9:53 PM

    I'm so glad you added(and boys)! Isn't it neat to meet followers/ fellow bloggers in real life! The few that I've had the privileged of hosting at the Casablanca say its surreal to read about it, then see it an be there bigger than life! I hope someday I'll get to host for you lovely Sisters!

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  7. Mamaw's PlaceJanuary 11, 2013 at 4:09 AM

    Thinking about you this morning. I'm heading out to a huge antique mall and a couple of thrift stores. Hubby has decided to become a collector. I am thrilled because that means he won't care to humor me this summer and take me to lots of thrift stores. He wants to collect vintage milk bottles, bottle carriers and milk boxes from the 40's and 50's when milk was delivered to your door. I even told him he could have some of the kitchen to display them in. LOL. Have an awesome weekend.

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  8. Sweet WoodruffJanuary 11, 2013 at 4:29 AM

    I love that Hazel Atlas glass tumbler. How different! I love stripes. Well I hope you're feeling better soon. Can't let life keep us from what's important...thrifting.

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  9. ColibriNBJanuary 11, 2013 at 5:40 AM

    Glad to read you're feeling better. Cute finds, and I love the Bluebird Pyrex!

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  10. Ann@A Sentimental LifeJanuary 11, 2013 at 5:54 AM

    Now that would be fun to have someone recognize you from your blog! Just love seeing Pyrex in action!

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2013 at 6:47 AM

    Oh how fun! I'd probably become so flustered if someone asked if I was Holly of Cutie Pie Cottage! Ha-ha!

    Ooo! i'd love to find a Fireking mug in ANY color! ♥

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  12. MelissaJanuary 11, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    I think your kitties new accessory looks great! I'm so impressed that you taught yourself to knit! I tried for a long time and never got it, crochet was much easier for me. It's so cool that you met a reader! Feel better soon!

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  13. CallyJanuary 11, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    I love the Hazel Atlas striped glass! Don't give up on the knitting though, I tought myself in much the same way and it really does get easier. I'm glad you finally got your Bluebird!

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  14. kayJanuary 11, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    I'm the Debbie that said hi to you Hanna! What a sweetie you are and so nice of you to take time to chat.
    I hope our paths cross again sometime! LOVE all your finds! That pink cup is the best!!! You sister is blessed to get that for Valentines day!

    Debiie Kay :)

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    1. ThrifterSistersJanuary 11, 2013 at 7:34 PM

      I'm sure we will see eachother thrifting again! Thanks again Debbie, so fun to chat with you!

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  15. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJanuary 11, 2013 at 1:32 PM

    Hi Hannan, I too have not found a whole lot of vintage treasurs lately. Just a few little things. I have to tell you I adore that bird Pyrex! I love aqua and anything bird themed. I have bird curtains and decor on the top of my kitchen cupboards. I didn't even know that there was a bluebird Pyrex. Going to be on the look out now! Fun that you were recognized. Haven't had that happen yet.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2013 at 4:24 PM

    Oh my goodness! I found this same bluebird casserole today! It's my first casserole! ☺

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  17. BarbaraJanuary 11, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    Your meet-up story is so sweet! (I've had that happen just once, I think, and I went on to make a wonderful friend!) Love that casserole - there are so many Pyrex patterns I don't know! Hope you continue to feel better....

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  18. Sir Thrift-A-LotJanuary 11, 2013 at 8:33 PM

    Celeb status! Totally jeals.

    My friend was in town on the weekend & we were watching a movie & he whipped out his knitting needle & yarn.. I now know how to cast on. That is all. I would have loved to find that circular knitting needle, that's a great find! I'm gonna try to learn via Youtube vids, too, but have no idea how that's gonna go. Your first piece is good. :)

    Love the Fire King mug, sisterita is gonna have a good V Day!

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  19. Pam~ Virginia RetroJanuary 12, 2013 at 6:17 AM

    The casserole is amazing! You must have a great GW, love those HA glasses...never find them! Congrats on "being famous"! :) Pam

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  20. DiannJanuary 14, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Fun vintage treasures! And I love the pillow case. So, pretty. Thank you for sharing with us at TTF. Have a wonderful week!

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