Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Flea Market Finds- Silverware Candelier & Antique Bedroom Furniture




I spotted this "Silverware Candelier" at the Eastbrook Flea Market the other day.
Looks like a pretty easy project to re-create. A metal ring, some thin chain, old silverware and some glass votives. I'll be storing this one in the idea file for sure!

Another great find was this Bedroom furniture set:







All the hardware was still on it, and it was in EXCELLENT condition. The set included the Armoire, the Dresser and a Queen-Size Head and Footboard. All that for $655! Not bad for in tact, antique, solid wood pieces with as much character and beauty as these have.

Remember this little cast iron pedestal I saw for $7.00?



Well, after I saw this listing on the VintageWeave.com:


Aged White Pedestal Plate (on the left) - $32.50

New aged white color! So chic! Mini cast iron pedestal. Gorgeous with a green ivy or fern on top, or thick cream candle. One of our most favorite pedestal pieces in a medium size 5H x 8D.


And this one:


Grey Pedestal Plate
$36.00
Back by popular demand! Fab French Grey color reminiscent of zinc, but this version is sturdy cast iron. 8 x 8".

I just knew I had to race back to the Flea Market and get it! So I did. Now I'm searching Ebay for the perfect glass cloche to put on top of it. I'll post photos of it in it's new home when I have it all together. Isn't it funny what we get excited about?

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22 comments:

  1. Sami JoFebruary 17, 2009 at 12:09 AM

    Layla! I'm so glad you were able to go back and get that cast iron pedestal! Good for you! I adore your blog, your so talented! Hearts, The Lady

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  2. RachaelFebruary 17, 2009 at 1:04 AM

    great buy!

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  3. Simplicity CottageFebruary 17, 2009 at 1:20 AM

    I love the pedestal that you got...the rustic look and texture of the aged metal paired with the elegance of a glass cloche...LOVE IT! Can't wait to see the pair together.

    Donna

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  4. KathiFebruary 17, 2009 at 5:48 AM

    These ARE really great finds! Love the bedroom set, it's beautiful!

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 5:55 AM

    I'm excited, and it's not even mine! I think it is fabulous, and such a great bargain. I think I need to hop on a plane and fly half way around the world to visit this market!
    By the way, loved your previous post too - loved the muted colour palette and the typography, for which I have a passion!

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  6. KimberlyFebruary 17, 2009 at 6:53 AM

    I've been peeking at your blog ever since it became a Blog of Note. I just wanted to drop by and say I love what you're doing. Good luck getting on the show. I'm pulling for you.

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  7. Dana and DaisyFebruary 17, 2009 at 6:59 AM

    Can't wait to see how you display your find!

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  8. Misti of Studio M DesignsFebruary 17, 2009 at 8:19 AM

    I would love to have a pedestal next to the stove holding my cooking oil essentials. Wish I had a great flea market closer!
    ~Misti

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  9. Leigh of Tales from BloggeritavilleFebruary 17, 2009 at 9:03 AM

    That bedroom set is a steal. I love your pedestal. So cute!

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  10. teaorwineFebruary 17, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    Beautiful finds... I am drawn to the hardware on the dresser...simple, yet stylish.

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  11. JoyFebruary 17, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    I've admired those pedestals with cloches for years, ever since I saw them on Sarah's blog at Sadie Olive.

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  12. Inspired KaraFebruary 17, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    I love love love that bedroom set.

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  13. AngelaFebruary 17, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    I wish I could find things like this at the flea market here. It's just one big garage sale of old ripped clothes, basically. :( It's hard to see through the useless stuff to find potential decor.

    What are your secrets for scouring through all the junk to find such treasures?!

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  14. LuLuFebruary 17, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    Yes, run fast for the $7 dollar beauty! great buy! loove it when that happens,
    LuLu

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  15. The Rantings of a Drama Queen's MumFebruary 17, 2009 at 2:53 PM

    Nice stuff. My hubby's friend made us a silverware windchime. We put it out on our deck in the Summer.

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  16. DonnaFebruary 17, 2009 at 7:51 PM

    Love it all - I really love that chandelier, however what would I do with it? Just very whimsical and fun!!!! You have the best eye Layla.

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  17. Oma aka MemeFebruary 17, 2009 at 8:23 PM

    I saw at our local farmer's market a lady who makes wind chimes in a similar fashion to the spoon rack? but with smaller silverware or etc- they are quite nice but quiet expensive- over a 100 dollars- here hubby makes the round part and then she goes from there-I think the oldest thing in my house is me- LOL-
    thanks for sharing -hugs from Meme

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  18. Jean MarthaFebruary 17, 2009 at 9:37 PM

    I found the most perfect etched glass cloche last summer but I didn't buy it. I am still angry with myself over that one! LOL

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  19. Rhoda @ Southern HospitalityFebruary 18, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    I really, really need to get down there & go shopping with you at that place! Soon!

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  20. Megan @ Megity's HandmadeFebruary 18, 2009 at 3:39 PM

    I am so happy you got the pedestal! Now that is silly of me! :) It's amazing and I love the inspiration photos!

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  21. KristinFebruary 18, 2009 at 6:17 PM

    Layla,
    I hope the tornado zoomed past your place. I just got the new Wisteria catalog in the mail and they are selling a flatware chandelier for a couple hundred bucks and I also thought "I think I could make that!". I love the pedestal :)

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  22. CouponAlbumApril 14, 2009 at 2:53 AM

    Oh!! It's totally amazing silverware chandelier... Antique bedroom furniture and other stuff is OUTSTANDING!!

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