Hunted:: Gathered: 02/05/12

Hey thrifty buds, I'm going to keep it short and sweet this week. I didn't find much this week but that's how it is, some weeks are good, some not so much. That's what makes the thrill of the hunt stronger for next week! Also, sometimes you just don't find the time to photograph some of your latest catches.

A find that I was really stoked about is this Raymor Capri piece designed by Michael Lax. It reminds me of one of my very first thrift hunts here in SoCal. I had just discovered by inclination towards MCM objects and found a divided dish in this same line. I stumbled upon it and heavily considered it even though it was less than $5. There was another thrifter eyeing me and secretly hoping that I would set it down. He was watching my every move but alas I brought it home. I did all kinds of searches for porcelain and walnut combos but didn't have much luck. It took me about a year to learn who it was designed by and it was by chance. I think I was doing research for something else. Fast forward a couple of years to my second piece from this line. I saw it at the thrift and paid a fair price for it, it certainly wasn't a giveaway but this is a line that is going to grace my home for years to come. I love white dishes and I love Black Walnut, bring the two together and I'm head over heels!

This little guy is missing a couple of pieces but I recognized the line right away. It is a Lagardo Tackett for Schmid sugar container. This originally had a rattan handle that looped around the little 'shrek' ears. It is also missing the little spoon but it was half off! It's awfully hard to find Lagardo Tackett goodies in my 'hood.

Did you have any good finds this week? Did any bring back memories?

Linking up with the lovey ladies at Apron Thrift Girl and Her Library Adventures.

Hunted:: Gathered: 06/25/11

I wasn't planning on having a themed thrifting week but in the end it turned out to be PLASTICS. I'll start off with my grumpy old man, who isn't plastic, but had so much character that I had to bring him home to join my circus of wooden figurines.

I also found a nice little stepping stool (in the form of dice) because he is a wee fellow. I'm thinking he'll be the ringmaster for my circus of wooden toys.

If you haven't done so already, take a look at the highlight of my week here. After finding the chair I continued to one more thrift where I found a large stash of Heller-ware. It was just one of those great thrifting days.

One of the Heller pieces is a cleverly designed pitcher. I had to take a picture of the top so you could really appreciate the design.

The lid is notched at the top so that you can slip your finger in when pouring so that the lid doesn't fall. I love how it continues the groove of the handle.

... and then here is the rest of the blue stash of Heller. A platter, dinner plates, lunch plates, bowls and cups!

That's not all. Earlier in the week I found a few more dinner plates as well. Sitting atop the plates is a set of espresso cups and saucers designed by LaGardo Tackett for Schmid.

I found a mixing bowl or dough rising bowl designed by Arne Darnell for Perstorp. I love the sinuous shape of the handles...

...and a large Rosti mixing bowl.

I also caved in this week and bought some Pyrex. I was trying really hard not to add another set of items to collect but I couldn't resist. They reminded me of the Copco dutch ovens which I really really love. I was surprised when I turned them over and found that they were Pyrex! So here are my Pyrex Hostess Casseroles.

One of the things I loved the most about this weeks finds were all of the bright colors. They are just perfect for summer! They certainly bring cheer to my home.

I tried to keep it short and sweet this week. I have so many things I need to work on and a friend and I have also decided to hold each other accountable for some design projects. I'll let you know how those go!

Don't worry though, I'll still be popping by to take a peek at your finds!

Pairing up this week with Sophie and Selena and

I hope you do too!