Thrift Find: Old-School Harry Potter

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Mug: Family Thrift ($0.40)

I had little luck at the thrifts this past Saturday. I planned to just hit up Goodwill Outlet and go home, but after coming up empty-handed I decided to go to a couple more stores. In what may be a personal thrifting record, I only spent forty cents all day.

Luckily, it was money well spent, because I really love this Harry Potter-bedecked find! From the year 2000, this mug is practically vintage! Or at least from back before the movies, which seems like a lifetime ago to someone who graduated middle school that year.

I can't wait to enjoy my nighttime tea in this neat mug! Although I'd prefer butterbeer.

Always,
Amanda

PS: Who wants to take me to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando? 'Cause I really want to go!

Favorite Finds of 2011: Vintage Typewriter

Vintage Typewriter: Love of Jesus

This really cool electric typewriter in its original case was a find for less than ten bucks! Of course, it does have a faulty key, which turns it into some sort of crazed robot typewriter... But it's pretty to look at!

I definitely have a thing for old typewriters, and this one appeals to me even with its quirks. Next year, I hope to find an old pink one!

Always,
Amanda

Favorite Finds of 2011: Black Cat Bag

Kitty Bag: San Francisco Thrift Shop

In May, we went on an awesome trip to San Francisco with my parents. Of course we had to check out the thrift shops there!

My favorite find from the trip, and of the summer, was this cat head bag. :) It's super tiny, but it just makes me smile. There's nothing quite like a fun, animal-shaped bag!

Always,
Amanda

Favorite Finds of 2011: Vintage Fish Pendant

Vintage Fish Pendant: Estate Sale

This was a fun find from an interesting April estate sale. We had to wait in line to go in because the house was so tiny, and even then it was super-packed! There were quite a few good things, but this fish pendant was my favorite find of the day. :)

I proceeded to hang it on leather cord and wear it consistently for the rest of 2011. Definitely a favorite find!!

Always,
Amanda

Favorite Finds of 2011: Vintage Lipstick Holder

Vintage Girl Lipstick Holder: Antique Mall

I love this vintage lipstick tube holder!! It's so different and cute, although it took me a little while to figure out what it's meant for. :)

It's been in our bathroom/closet/dressing room since last January, holding my lipstick tubes and looking neat. Definitely one of my favorite finds of 2011!

Always,
Amanda