Saturday, March 26, 2011

Hunted:: Gathered: 03/28/11 Part I

Hey everyone. This week was one of those weeks where I literally had to pinch myself to see if I was dreaming. I couldn't have dreamt up these finds and I am happily sharing them with you. I am only sharing some of my finds in this post in order to not bore you. I will share the rest either later in the week or for next week's thrift-share. 

I started my thrifting early in the week because I had the hunting itch. At the first place I went to I bought a leather laptop carrier(not pictured). That way when I decide to do some computer work outside of my home I don't have to clumsily lug my laptop, the power cord and any current books. They can all be housed in my handy carrier. I also found a wonderfully vibrant Vera Neumann scarf  as well as the vintage patterned fabric. The fabric is just over 2 yards long and I haven't figured out what I am going to do with it. It could make for some fun throw pillows? Now if only i sewed...



The same day I went to another thrift. The same place where I found my vikings. I happened to find this beautiful Dorothy Thorpe Bowl. I saw the silver band and thought it could be one of her pieces but to date I had never picked up silver banded items because I hadn't been sure of their authenticity. Well, this one still had the sticker on it so I am now the proud owner of a Dorothy Thorpe item. I also tried out a home-made method to polish the silver. Some of you may know what it is, but if you don't you'll have to stay tuned for another post.



I also found this cute copper enamel plate. The size is just darling and it looks like it could be a scandinavian item but I am probably just biased. I think it looks like a happy snowflake. If anyone has any clues as to a possible designer I'd appreciate it. After some research I am still in the dark and its making me a little kooky.



Continuing on my merry way I went to another thrift and I found this funky Swedish pitcher. It has a sticker that reads Hovmantorp and so far I can only tell you that that is the name of a region known for their glass making. It is similar to Bo Borgstrom's design for Aseda and Pukeberg.



I also caved in and bought some earrings. They were so sparkly, I couldn't get them out of my mind. They were marked as being Austrian Crystal and I still don't really know what that means. All I know is that they are fun and girly.


I have to thank Alamodern for this next find. If it wasn't for their recent post this little guy would not have been so fresh in my memory. I went to an estate sale where he was just waiting for me to snag him up. Most of the things for this sale were out on the yard and there was a small sign that said there were more things inside. I went inside, and that's where he was. The bottom reads designs west and if you have read Alamodern's post you'll know that it's for Stoneware Designs West (SDW).

  

I can't really explain why I picked up this vintage counter bell other than thinking it would be fun and just loving the color. Well, I believe this happens to be the boy's favorite item because he rings it any chance he gets!


My last item for this post is this landscape etching. If you thought I had too much art, well, I say you can never have too much art! I am still trying to make out the name of the artist and apparently so are others. I've seen listings for L Mariae and L Marial. This scene reminds me of the film The Notebook. If you've seen it then you know what I am referring to. ;)


I can't help but wonder if the finds this week are a result of spring cleaning but whatever the reason I hope it continues!


This week I'm linking up with:


 


I hope you guys do too!!



21 comments:

  1. I wouldn't have been able to resist the counter bell either. Great finds! :)

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  2. the thorpe bowl being a star find! it is so beautiful... well done!

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  3. I love your finds!! My favourites are the blue plate and the counter bell :)

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  4. Great finds. I would have gone past the two glass items as I haven't focused my eyes to look for stuff like that...but now tht I know, eyes are tuned and ready to go! Love the copper enamel plate and the earrings, infact everything...you have had a good week. Congratulations

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  5. So many great finds here, the landscape etching is just so pretty

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  6. I love the SDW what a cheery fellow and the orange bell. Great finds! Thank you so much for popping over and visiting my blog. Much appreciated! Can't wait to see the rest of your treasures later on.

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  7. Heavens what a haul! I am drawn to that picture as well - love the bell and the snowflake plate - oh they are all great finds!

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  8. Great finds, I love an accessory (all my finds this week are jewellery or shoes) and that orange bell...well, I need one in my life. The hunt begins here. It would be so handy for summoning the husband when I need a coffee!

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  9. That bell is the best thing I've seen in ages!! So simple, so sweet.

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  10. Thanks for all of the comments ladies!! The bell has definitely brought about a few laughs!

    @Lakota...the boy rang the bell in order for ME to bring HIM coffee!!!

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  11. I just sold a fairly inexpensive call bell in my shop and now I'm wishing I had kept it and sprayed it orange. That's awesome!

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  12. OH! that bell - comes from the 70's version of the card game Pit!
    It's impossible not to love it....(I still have mine.)

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  13. You scored this week! Does the snowflake plate have a mark on the back? I had one of those stoneware planters as a kid. I got it from someone when I got my appendix out so it must have come from a florist. Wish I still had it!

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  14. @ Jackie K ... Thanks for the info on the bell, i had no idea!

    @Carolyn & Stephanie... the plate does not have a single mark on the back :( now that you mention it, the planter does work well as a Get Well Soon gift

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  15. That vintage fabric is gorgeous!

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  16. Nice finds! Especially that Swedish pitcher :-)

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  17. I was excited to see a L Marial etching on here. I have been searching for this artists for years. I bought two in 1994; one titled the "Bookman" and the other the "Librarian". If anyone has any more info on this artist I would love to hear about it.

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  18. I have been looking everywhere for the artist L Marial. I have two etchings. Yours is beautiful.

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  19. It is really hard to find information on the etching artist. I would love to see images of the ones you have!

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  20. Hovmantorp was a glass factory in Sweden. Looking at the line of the decanter I'd say it was designed by Signe Persson-Melin, although I'm not 100% sure about it.

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