French Farmhouse Style: Friday's Find #188

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! Yard sale season is here and oh, how I love a good yard sale! It was a rainy day and truth be told, if it wasn't for a prescheduled appointment, I probably would have stayed indoors but I'm so glad I was out and saw this sale! Today's features are French farmhouse style and all from the same yard sale...

It was the perfect yard sale for a professed dishaholic like me and everything was priced to sell! First, is this large round Federalist ironstone platter. I don't come across ironstone as often as other dishware, so I was happy to find it. It's over 12" in diameter and has the typical crazing which I don't mind a bit. It's such a versatile piece--I can see it used tray style for a charming vignette or on an easel displayed on its own.

Next, a mismatched pair of salt and pepper shakers that I'll repurpose soon.

This lovely piece is handmade with the artisan's name, Estil and the date, '57 hand marked on the bottom. I adore the ornate edging.

I love this delicate floral Limoges bowl and it's right at home in my collection.

Last, another pretty French piece, this one is Haviland.

Would you believe I only paid $4 for all of these gorgeous finds? I hope I've inspired you to scour yard sales for vintage collectibles. Check out the top things I hunt for at yard sales here.

Until next time, happy hunting!

MY HEARTFELT THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING FOR FEATURING THIS POST:

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CeciliaMarch 10, 2017 at 7:05 AM
Oh pretty and cheap! Nice. Hm, I have a floral bowl similar to that one. I'll have to look at the mark on the bottom. Have a great weekend!
Carole @ From My Carolina HomeMarch 10, 2017 at 7:32 AM
Fabulous finds and a very thrifty price!
CarlyMarch 10, 2017 at 7:55 AM
I love the hand made piece that reminds me of my grandmother. Love love the pretty purple Limoges bowl!
MelissaMarch 10, 2017 at 8:44 AM
Looks like you and I bought similar stuff this week. Being a self-described "dishaholic" can you tell me how the market for Buffalo China is? I acquired quite a bit of it this past weekend and I have no idea if it's worth trying to sell!
https://www.vintagesouthernpicks.comMarch 10, 2017 at 8:58 AM
Aww, now I wish I had gotten out today. I stayed in. Bummer. I like what YOU got! Score! All great finds. What will you do with the S&P's??
Sparkles and LattesMarch 10, 2017 at 9:27 AM
I am loving the beautiful plates that you found.
Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesMarch 10, 2017 at 10:14 AM
Such lovely finds, Cecelia...those prices are why I love to shop yard sales!
Our Hopeful HomeMarch 10, 2017 at 11:36 AM
It's still a bit nippy in the midwest for yard sales, but soon I hope! You know I love ironstone and I would have grabbed that plate! My mother's china was Haviland and I loved it (my older sister got it, oh well:)) Have a greatweekend! xo Kathleen Our Hopeful Home
Danielle @ A Sprinkle of JoyMarch 10, 2017 at 12:18 PM
Only $4? Wow! Those are some good finds!! I'm not sure if I have the patience for going to yard sale or thrift stores in search of treasure.
Sharon @ Blue Willow HouseMarch 10, 2017 at 1:16 PM
I just took my doggy to the vet and saw a yard sale sign but didn't think she would be a good shopper. So I had to pass it up. So the yard sale season is on here in GA too. Yea!
20 North OraMarch 10, 2017 at 2:36 PM
WOW! What great finds at such a wonderful price. I always love finding a ironstone piece and love the crazing on them.

Judy
Brittney HjelsethMarch 10, 2017 at 6:11 PM
What great finds!! Love that platter!
AudreyMarch 10, 2017 at 8:48 PM
Love the Limoges floral bowl. Glad you are getting out to garage sales. There were two sales sales on a street that I like to go to, but believe it or not, I just had to pass them by. Thanks for sharing your finds.
Hugs,
Audrey Z.
Kim March 10, 2017 at 10:20 PM
I am so impressed with the prices in your area...so much for so little! :)
Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageMarch 11, 2017 at 11:42 AM
Love the dishes you found. So pretty! Yard sale season is still a couple of months away here, but I'm looking forward to it. We just got 6 inches of snow last night, and it's still snowing.
StaceyMarch 11, 2017 at 5:22 PM
Those are great finds. I'm curious to see what you are going to do with the salt and pepper shakers. I've seen some cute things done with those.
Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMarch 11, 2017 at 9:12 PM
Beautiful pieces!! Thanks so much for stopping by!!
Hugs,
Debbie
Rose LMarch 12, 2017 at 5:13 PM
Now waiting to see what you do with the shakers!
Bright on a BudgetMarch 12, 2017 at 9:56 PM
What fun finds! I look forward to seeing what you do with the shakers!
KathyMarch 23, 2017 at 7:37 AM
Beautiful finds! I will be featuring your post today at Home and Garden Thursday, Kathy

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