The other day I popped on Craigslist looking for furniture. I’m not much of a Craigslist shopper, but every once in a while I take a look to see if there is something worthwhile on the site.
These days I’m on the hunt for furniture. And while there weren’t any bed sets or cool entry/coffee/side tables or desks that I was interested in, there was a set of 4 white rocking chairs for $120.
Which, I thought it was a great deal considering the same rocking chairs brand new are going for $129 each {plus tax} at The Home Depot. We’ve had these type of rocking chairs before and I really like them.
Four white rocking chairs were actually on my list, which was the funny thing. And while I hadn’t planned on buying any until next summer, I couldn’t pass up a good deal.
They can hang out in the buoy barn until we can set them out next summer.
Another great find {in my eyes} was this plant stand {I think it’s a plant stand} I bought from a neighbor for $10 {she threw in a free lamp and some cool magazines too!}.
I have the perfect corner for it. The plant stand is going to take a little elbow grease. The HH says it belongs in the trash heap. I’m going to prove him wrong.
Other great finds I picked up recently:
A nice, sturdy wooden chair for $10. {It will go great with my thrifted desk once I paint it}.
I LOVE this chair! And I even like the worn look it already has but just am not in the room it’s going to be placed in. Maybe I’ll add a seat cushion, maybe I won’t. I suppose only time will tell. Too bad there wasn’t a set of them available.
Oh well. I’m just happy I found a good, solid chair.
And last but not least, a console table for $25. Yes, it needs to be stripped. But winters in Maine are long and well, come February I’ll be glad I have some indoor projects to work on.
Save where you can and splurge on the stuff that really makes your heart go pitter patter.
So what do you think? Did I find some deals… Or are they all junk like the HH says?
C’mon… I know it’s team Mavis all the way on this one, right? 😉
~Mavis
Christa H. says
Great deals- Team Mavis for sure! I love the rocking chairs and the plant stand the most. Excited to see what you end up doing with all the items. Excellent finds
J in OH-IO says
Team Mavis for the win on great deals and fantastic finds! Especially since you guys have the know how to refinish them, if needed. All awesome finds for sure and prices were right!
Dawn says
Those are all great finds. The rocking chairs and the plant stand are my favorites though.
maureen detmer says
team lucy!, impartial, we don’t take sides
Margo says
Team Mavis! Excellent finds!
Christy Rose says
Neat finds. I wonder if your plant stand might have been a birdbath? Whatever its original purpose it will make a splendid plant stand and I would have snapped it up as well.
Dianne says
That is what I thought. Looks like someone built the top out of a garbage can. A. lot of rust that has been painted over.
Sue S. says
Yup! You done good girl! How about hooking a chair pad for the chair and maybe soften the seat with a cushion the same size to protect your tush?
Carrie V says
They are all wonderful finds!!❤️ Enjoy!
Lynda Rees Kling says
The plant stand is great! Instead of a cushion for the chair, hook a chair seat!
Kippy says
Great finds! Your chair might need a hooked pillow cover made by you
Julie says
Team Mavis! I LOVE finding treasures!! I have a husband that is on HH’s side. He doesn’t ever see my treasures as treasures.!!
Tiffany F says
Team Mavis! I’d have taken every one of those finds as well.
Judi Y. says
SCORE……on everything! I love them all and of course, I’m always team Mavis!
Also, my grandchildren are so excited to have “Mavis’s Carrot Cake” :+) on Thanksgiving!
Denise says
I’m like you. I love a good find, especially if I see potential that others miss. I’m thinking the plant stand might be a beverage cooler. Put ice and drinks in it for a summer party.
Trace says
Team Mavis! Happy dance
Nancy says
You scored big time! All great finds. I don’t see a problem with the chair, I will likely go in the mix seamlessly. Natural wear is the best in any decor. Pus you can always hook a seat pad for it if you think it needs a boost.