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Dress Form & A Box

Posts haven’t seemed important this last week as the Queensland floods have been on our minds.  Lucky for us here on Gold Coast we are all safe. My heart goes out to all that have been affected as the clean up now begins.
I was heading up to Bundaberg last week but unfortunately the roads were cut off and this made it impossible to get through.  So I decided to spend the day thrifting instead.  There were lots of finds that came home with me that day but the best by far was this gorgeous 1950’s adjustable Acme dress form.
Some vintage beads and pearls to dress her up.

Another interesting find was this old box that I spied in the corner of the thrift store. Love old boxes and especially ones with original lettering.
I removed all the electrical tape that was stuck to it and found it had these wonderful metal sides. It was wet and smelley and the kids were not impressed that it was going in the car. But it has since dried out and with a good clean it can now come into the house.

The sun is shining here today so we are hitting the beach. Hope your all having  lovely weekend.

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January 21, 2011

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17 Comments

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    marty (A Stroll Thru Life)

    January 15, 2011

    Oh your dressform and the box are both fabulous. So glad you didn't get flooded. Your vignette looks wonderful. I envy you going to the beach. How fun is that. Hugs, Marty

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    Karen

    January 15, 2011

    Beautiful finds, I'm so happy you and your family are safe. My thoughts and prayers are with Australia at this time.

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    sissie

    January 16, 2011

    Hi Sandy,
    I'm glad that the weather is getting better and that you and your family are safe.

    I just love that wooden box and the mannequin. Both are great finds!

    hugs
    Sissie

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    Tammi

    January 16, 2011

    I love that dress form..I have been on the hunt for one for ages. And that box is gorgeous!! I too love old wooden boxes.
    Happy Sunday Sandy
    x

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    AntiqueChase

    January 16, 2011

    Ohhhhh, that box!!!! Stunning!

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    The Sterling Cherub

    January 16, 2011

    Hello Sandy, I'm your newest follower! LOVING your blog, your style is my dream style!

    Wow, you scored some great finds, that dress form is amazing and I am in love with that box! It reminds me of the one that Sarah from A Beach Cottage has in her home. I love those old boxes so much, I am thinking of making a fake one! Just get some old wood, and some old hinges and such, and stenciling on some neat words. Of course, nothing beats real vintage …

    I must say I am in love with your French Empire chandelier hanging from the bird cage stand! I have been looking for that exact style chandelier in that same size for some time, and have had no luck yet. I do have three bird cage stands, but so far, no French Empire chandelier! Wish me luck finding one, will you?

    I am so much enjoying poking around on your blog and plan to spend some quality time here!

    Best to you,

    Kimberly

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    Victorian1885

    January 16, 2011

    Love your new finds..the box is my fav! Stay safe and have a wonderful weekend!

    Wanda

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    laura

    January 16, 2011

    looove that box sandy! what a great find! so glad that you havent been affected by the floods.
    love, laura xx

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    Laura's Rose Garden

    January 16, 2011

    Hi Sandy,
    I am so glad to finally read that you and your family are safe.
    Laura

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    MEG MITCHELL

    January 16, 2011

    Gorgeous post …. love the photographs. My favorite is the silver pitcher with the flowers. Absolutely love silver, even when it becomes tarnished.

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    Vintage Gal

    January 16, 2011

    Love, Love, Love the Box! I am sending prayers for all of you over there.;-)

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    The Pink Poodle

    January 17, 2011

    Awesome finds Sandy…love em all!!~~

    xx andrea

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    Alison Gibbs

    January 17, 2011

    Sandy loooove the dress form – great find. The box looks fabulous
    Alison

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    Kym

    January 17, 2011

    So glad you and your family are safe on the Gold Coast….I adore your finds especially the dressform..divine…I have an old one form the 1920s and just adore it… Kym X

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    CAPTIVATING FI

    January 18, 2011

    How Funny! My Dad used to have heaps of those boxes in our garage when we were growing up! Who knew they would be such a treasure now!! Love all your treasures xx

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    Robyn

    January 18, 2011

    LOVE your finds! I especially love the dress form…GREAT condition! Mine is from our local Goodwill, she's not in as wonderful condition but I love her just the same! 😉 If you have a moment, stop on by, I'm having a giveaway.

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    Elizabeth and Gary

    January 18, 2011

    Hi Sandy,
    I just found your blog and its a pleasure to meet you! I have read all your posts back to Sept…and have enjoyed everyone, well except the one about your sweet husbands accident , thank God he is alright.What a terrible thing to go though.
    I love your style very much! I also like to paint furniture. Your home is lovely and so delightful.
    I have become your newest follower.
    Have a sweet day and hugs, Elizabeth (Home is Where the Heart is)

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