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Monday, March 28, 2011

Nifty Thrifty Tuesdays No.56 and a Giveaway


It's that time again...can you believe it? The weeks are just flying by. I always say time flies when you're having fun and I always have fun here at NTT...I sure hope you do too.  Every week I look forward to see what fabulous things you are going to share with us so we can be inspired or learn how to be more thrifty. This week I'm going to share a few thrifty items I found while I was spending some time at my beach condo...yes...you can find some awesome deals at the beach...keep this in mind while you are vacationing on the shores. My favorite deal that I found this weekend is coming later this week...so don't forget to come back to see what I got...just let me say...you sooooo don't want to miss this goodie! We have another wonderful giveaway this week...it's a darling black and white flirty APRON that was donated by Becky over at CLASSY SASSY COUTURE ...now I know all of y'all could use an
extra apron...I know I could. It's always makes me feel great to have on a cute apron while cooking...how about you? Becky has a lot more than just aprons, so go by and check out all her beautiful items. Thanks Becky for being a part of NTT this week. Okay ladies, I almost forgot to announce the WINNER of last weeks giveaway...Laurel at CHIPPING WITH CHARM you have WON that cute cute FLORA DOORA...please e-mail me with your mailing address...congrats and I hope you enjoy using it in your home...I sure do enjoy mine. Now let's get this party started...link her up!
                                                    Thanks for coming and
                                                     I hope you have a fun
                                                                 time!
                                                               Linda
Look how cute she is!

7 ways to WIN!

* 2 entries-go by and visit Becky at CLASSY SASSY COUTURE and LIKE her on FACEBOOK and come back and let me know you did this.

* 2 entries-go by and check out all the beautiful items that Becky has to offer and come back and tell me what your favorite item is.

*1 entry- become a Coastal Charm follower (if you are already one...just let me know).

*1 entry -link up to NIFTY THRIFTY TUESDAYS and leave a comment.


*1 entry-blog about the giveaway or add it to your sidebar and come back and let me know.

                                More white ironstone to add to my collection!
                                                      Isn't she a beauty?
                                     They only cost me .99 cents each...now
                                              that's so NIFTY THRIFTY!
                                               Another pretty milk glass beauty
                                                            for only $1!!!
                                         Look how pretty she looks with some
                                                          fun flowers!
                                           For .25 cents...I added another
                                              milk glass bud vase to my
                                                        collection.
                                           A silver tray with handles for only
                                                             .50 cents!!!!
                                            Got this cute basket for FREE!!

                             And this is what I'm going to do with it...I will
                                          be making me a PB knockoff
                                                    moss basket!
                                        (this pic is from Pottery Barn)
I'm linking up here...
Tabletop Tuesdays
Tuesdays Treasures
Tip Me Tuesday
Anything Related
White Wednesday
Show and Tell
Upcycled Awesome
Whassup Wednesday
Anything Goes
Penny Pinching Party
Whatever Goes Wednesday
Strut Your Stuff


****Please everyone, follow these guidelines!****

1. Be sure to refer back to my blog so everyone can see who is participating today, include the NTT button in your post (copy and paste the html code under the button…the button is located on my sidebar). Please make sure that you have put my NTT button or my blog name with a link on your post where it is easy for others to find it...the more people at the party...the more fun we will all have here.

2. This party is for sharing thrifty finds from garage sales, thrift stores, consignment shops, craigslist and even those awesome deals that you find at any retail store. Also you can share any thrifty DIY projects...love seeing what y'all can make on a dime!

3. Please go and visit the other participates and leave a comment about their treasures and thrifty ideas…this is what makes the PAR-TAY so much FUN and what a great way to meet new friends. I would love for you to add yourself as a follower if you haven't already and please let me know, I love to know when I have a new friend. I appreciate all your comments, they really make my day.




                                             
                      
                                          
                    

94 comments:

  1. Your milkglass collection is really expanding nicely, Linda. I a-dore the moss Easter basket you are going to recreate. I'm so glad I get to join you for NTT this week! Hugs, Kim

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  2. You're going to post how the basket turns out, right...?

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  3. Wow I can't believe what bargains all your finds were this week. I'd love to find a tray like that, and that milkglass and ironstone stuff is gorgeous. We don't have Pottery Barn in the UK but I've heard a few people talking about moss baskets - now I understand!

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  4. You sure did find some fabulous deals....Love those vases and flowers always seem to give it a whole new look. The apron is so pretty too...I will be adding a thrifty find makeover to the party as soon as I am finished doing it.
    smiles...Tammy

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  5. That ironstone was a steal!!!! Love it! You really did well - I always love white things! Linda

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  6. Thanks Linda for hosting....are you having fun at the beach?!!!! Love all the thrifty finds you have.....I'm all over anything white! Cute basket too!

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  7. Great thrifty finds, I love milk glass its timeless and goes with all sorts of decor. I've hit a thrifty slump lately at the Goodwill, hopefully it will pick back up soon.

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  8. I love all of your whites, Linda! I'm always on the lookout for stoneware when I'm out thrifting. I love the moss baskets I'm seeing this season. So sweet....

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  9. I linked up my ravishing red chest of drawers...

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  10. Wow, you did good and got some great thrifty goodies! I can't wait to see what your basket turns out like!!! Happy Monday...now off to visit some of your linky friends.

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  11. Wow, you have some great treasures. Thanks for sharing and for hosting. Love your linky party. Karie

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  12. Great finds! Love all your milk glass. You sure know how to find bargains.

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  13. I didn't get to go shopping this week so I don't have anything to link....but I am a follower!

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  14. I added your button to my sidebar.

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  15. I linked up. Great apron. Love all your finds this week. White is truly a great color and it goes well with sea shells. Cheers

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  16. I am a follower!!! Thank you for the great giveaway and count me in.
    Hugs, Donna

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  17. I AM linked in to Nifty Thrifty Tuesday so PLEASE enter me again...
    Love all your thrifty finds! I'm anxious to see YOUR PB Basket!
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  18. You found some wonderful treasures Linda! The milk glass vases are beautiful and I love the ironstone!! Can't wait to see the basket! :)

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  19. "Where is the blog party TUESDAY TREASURES"??? I can't seem to find it???
    Thank you,
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  20. Love all your ironstone! You always find the best stuff! I've also been working on a PB knockoff moss basket. I had some leftover moss from my moss wreath that I linked up, and thought, "Why not?" It's going on my spring mantel. Thanks for sharing and for hosting this terrific giveaway.

    I absolutely adore the green sleeveless v-neck dress she has on her site. Gorgeous! I'm, of course, a follower, too.

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  21. Lovin' your blog! Thank you for stopping by mine and inviting me to join in on your link fun!

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  22. Oh Linda, you got some great thrifty finds! Love it all!

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  23. I am a sucker for milk glass. Major sucker. Love it.

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  24. Oh I love your white ironstone! And your milk glass! I have several pieces of Milk glass myself!

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  25. Great giveaway! I'm a follower!!!!

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  26. Thanks a bunch for hosting!!!

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  27. I love the black wedges, for sure!!!

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  28. Love all your milk glass.
    The basket...FREE?....AWESOME!
    Thanks for hosting this fun meme.
    xo bj

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  29. Those milk glass bud vases are gorgeous.

    x

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  30. Linda,
    I have the same ironstone sugar and creamer. It was my first set of dishes when we got married! My mother gave the entire set of dishes to me.
    I also have several of the milkglass bud vases!
    You got some great deals this week and I can't wait to see your basket!
    Thanks for hosting!
    Donna

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  31. Thank You for hosting this evening. And enjoyed your collection of milk glass. Have a great week.........Julian

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  32. Thanks Linda for visiting my little blog. I am your newest follower.
    Tess

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  33. Linda, I love the white creamer and sugar bowl and the silver tray. Great finds. Thanks for hosting. I forgot to link this till now.

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  34. What great finds you got. I can't wait until garage sailing season starts up here again. I really miss the hunt! Thanks so much for inviting me to your Nifty Thrifty Tuesday Party!
    Marianne :)

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  35. Love all your thrifty finds and especially the white bud vases and thank you so much for the inspiration. You gave me a great idea! xo

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  36. What great finds! Love the white iron stone & I cannot wait to see what you do with the basket. I am a follower and am linking up today! Thanks!

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  37. Hi Linda! I love your pretty ironstone and milk glass! Can't wait to see the basket! Happy week!...hugs...Debbie

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  38. I can't believe all the great treasures you found this week. I linked up my pen and ink sketch that I found at a thrift store recently. I have yet to get it framed. Thanks for hosting the linky party.

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  39. Great finds. I can't wait to see the basket when you finish.

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  40. Fun giveaway, Linda!
    I love anything ironstone and milk glass. Add flowers and life is good :) Hope you had a nice time this weekend! Can't wait to see how your basket turns out. You can't beat the price.
    Thanks so much for hosting!
    Hugs,
    Michelle

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  41. Great Giveaway! I went on over, and 'liked' her! ;)

    Also, I don't know if you want separate comments, but I just may put that 3-quarter Purple Ruffle Dress on my birthday wish list. I saw a few versions of that dress, I'm not sure which color I like best! ;)

    I'm a follower, too!

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  42. Very pretty! You need to come down to a little town called Sasser, Ga. I have literally found milk glass bud vases there for ONE PENNY! They have an area where they put random things for a penny. I am always excited to see what's there.

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  43. Thank you for stopping by Sage and Cocoa and checkin' it out. :) I linked up here on Coastal Charm as well.

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  44. Heya! I'm a new follower (found you from http://diybydesign.blogspot.com/2011/03/swing-into-spring-its-party-8.html) and I just figured out how to add a Linky Party List to my sidebar. Yours was first! :D

    My blog is all about recommending books to real people (not just English Majors) and I'd love to hear what you think about it! My latest post really fit with your theme: we came home with a huge box of books from the library sale for only $30! :) www.turkeylists.blogspot.com

    Thanks!

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  45. Pssst: I checked out Coastal Charm as well, and I think the black and white apron that you're giving away is the cutest one there! :)

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  46. This is such a beautiful and elegant apron! Thank you for the giveaway. I just liked classy sassy couture on Facebook.

    Amy [at] utry [dot] it

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  47. Everything is so pretty on her site. This giveaway apron is lovely...and the Green Sleeveless V-Neck Dress on her site really caught my eyes. So beautiful and perfect for spring!

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  48. Of course, I'm one of your loyal followers! :)

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  49. im a follower! Love the ironstone and the basket will look so cute covered in moss

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  50. the toile apron is my fav item

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  51. i tweeted out @bubblegumgirl and posted on my FB page

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  52. Hi Linda,
    There is something so charming about vintage aprons...love them. I have the same Johnson Brothers ironstone dinnerware...my mother gave me her whole set...enjoyed seeing your pieces. And the Pottery Barn knock-off is great...I love copying ideas from their catalogue on the cheap...kind of an on-going challenge for us DIY types. Love your blog!
    Cheryl at My Sister's Cottage

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  53. I linked up, love aprons too!

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  54. I follow as well, love the creamers.

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  55. LUCKY ME :) Thank you both so much!!! I can't wait to find a spot for my new little Flora Doora bag. I'll email my info :)
    LOVE all of your thrifty finds...iron stone, milk glass, silver...a few of my FAVORITE things :)
    Thanks again for hosting NTT, Laurel

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  56. Thanks for hosting! You know I love ANYTHING thrifty!! :)

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  57. Thanks for the invite! great site, I'm following!
    www.lifewithoutwhiteout.blogspot.com

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  58. Linda- thanks so much for hosting! I linked up some springy chevron art I made for less than 10 bucks. #160

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  59. Linda, I visited Sassy Classy Couture and I love the black wedge sandals.

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  60. Forgot to mention I am a follower on FB too.

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  61. What a fun party and I just adore the vase!

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  62. I so love your finds! I need to go thrifting with you!

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  63. The black and white apron is adorable. I love the Johnson Brothers pitcher and sugar bowl too. I have a large collection of those dishes and use them everyday. They're so versatile and beautiful. I can't wait to see the moss covered basket. That sounds delightful. Thanks for hosting!
    ~Lynn
    www.cottageandcreek.com

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  64. Great finds.. I would have snagged them too. I am following you and joining your party. Glad I found ya, great party

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  65. I went to her website and am following her on facebook

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  66. My favorite item of Becky's is the apron on giveaway it matches the pictures on my blog expressyourfaithmagnets.blogspot.com

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  67. i blogged about your giveaway on my blog frenchelegantjewelry.blogspot.com

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  68. i love milk glass, can't wait to see the finished basket, i'm sure it'll look even better than the inspiration! thanks for sharing it at my party!

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  69. I love the way you thrift! 25, 50, and 75 cents are my way to shop! That way, I don't even feel like I've spent anything :D Love the blog!

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  70. Thanks for visiting our blog! I totally linked up! Love linky parties! I'm your newest follwer too! Can't wait to see your posts in my google reader!

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  71. Hi Linda...you found some pretty white glass! The basket looks like a longaberger...cant wait to see your creation.

    Sylvia

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  72. ..isnt if a hoot being thrifty ? luv the black and white.. luv everything and being a follower
    mitz_zee@yahoodotcom

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  73. Hey Linda-
    Thanks for the party, the apron is awesome and I'm a big nerd and linked up without a pic on one, so I reentered my nerd baby shirt.
    Sorry! :)

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  74. Wow, they were all great deal! Love the ironstone.

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  75. Linda, thanks for coming over for a visit, I just love ironstone... have a great day

    ~~Pattie~~
    The Shabby Chick

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  76. Where does time go???? Thank you for hosting Linda, and I am sorry that I am late! PS, the beach house looks great, love the monogram!

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  77. Hi Linda, I'm a new follower. I found your link @ The Thrifty Home. Can't believe your great finds this week! Love your style, as I also live on the coast, the west coast to be specific. Looking forward to checking out the other links here.

    -caroline
    http://cwfrosting.blogspot.com

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  78. Thank you for hosting a great party! I'm a day late but better late than never!
    Faye
    (wildrosevintage)

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  79. Hi Linda! Oops, missed the linky party (I usually participate) but I can at least tell you that I'm already a follower and am throwing my chip into the game to win that adorable apron!

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  80. Just 'liked' Classy Sassy on Facebook!

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  81. and.... I love those Zsa Zsa flip flops! I would rock those sweeties all summer...

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