Sunday, June 03, 2012

secrets of a bargain shopper

This lamp is currently for sale at Pottery Barn for $129
I bought it yesterday at a yard sale for $5.  
I just had to look past the HIDEOUS maroon shade they had put on it, 
disguising it's true beauty to the world.
Nothing quite like a successful day at the yard sales.

Now if I could only find everything else that I need for 95% off of retail...

4 comments:

Eliza said...

wow, that is a find! So are you stripping the paint, or repainting it? or embracing the hideous maroon...

Phoebe said...

I should clarify. The lamp is white, the lampshade they put on top was maroon. It was hard to see how great the lamp was when you saw how gross the shade was. Easy fix!

grannybabs said...

You seem to find bargains that no one else can find. Perhaps it's a gift. One you should treasure!!

bontovi said...

That is GORGEOUS! Great job lady! Now invite me over to your place so I can come admire it in person;).