Here’s the current stash reduction report (through today):
- Used the last month: 3 yards
- Used Year to Date: 8 yards
- Added in the last Month: 25 yards
- Added Year to Date: 57 yards
- Net Used for 2012: 49 yards
The reason there was such a huge leap in what I added this month (I have to justify this) is because there was a big sale on fabrics and I purchased a bunch of half yards to use in my quilts. I also have to take 1 yard of fabric to my monthly sewing circle and I will need at least 20 more yards for the duration of the club (so I am all set for the next two years!).
I haven’t been as productive in the sewing room as I would like. I’ve done a lot of traveling and the spring weather makes it difficult to stay inside.
Of course, I always have time to go to the thrift store and flea market and have some great finds to share with you this month! The best find this month is this antique spool chest. Make of oak (I think) with 4 drawers. It is small enough to set on a table.
I have a huge antique postcard collection – it’s a hobby I had when I was younger, so do keep an eye out for good postcard bargains. Most of the good cards are at least $5 these days (I remember paying 50 cents for the same cards 30+ years ago), so I don’t usually get them. However, I find a treasure trove of some Thanksgiving and Valentine cards (some of the harder holidays to find) and got the whole lot for $2!
This is a great old tool carrier – probably from the 40’s. I may put some plants in it, or wash it off a bit and arrange some mini quilts on it.
This is a sweet little handmade basket. It is signed by the maker and was made in 1980 – so it is over 30 years old so it qualifies as vintage!
Here is a real find – some vintage Hawaiian fabric from the 1950’s. There is enough here for me to make making shirts for my husband/son and a sundress for me. Family picture time!
There were some good book finds this month. I usually find one or two sewing/quilting books each month (note, I will never have time to read them all), and they are always fun to look through for ideas and inspiration. This month there were a ton of books at one of the stores – someone must have been doing some major spring cleaning!
Finally, the treasure of the month is this special seashell toilet seat! My son saw this and had to have it – he is obsessed with sea creatures. What he doesn’t know is that I am re-doing his bathroom this summer with a Hawaiian theme. This will be a perfect match!
Hope you are having a great spring. Keep it Thimble!
Keep it Thimble 
Not sure about the toliet seat, but I love all the other finds! Spool chest is a beauty and I the post cards are wonderful. Why do you torture yourself about your fabric? Just enjoy every inch of it……and have fun creating!
Thanks for the advice on the fabric. Not sure why I torture myself. I guess I feel guilty because I know I will never use it all in one lifetime! But I sure enjoy it :).
well done!!!! You have great “hunting” skills!!
Thanks! I did end up making my Bernina Block and get there on Saturday. The quilt is starting to grow on me.
nice finds! I’m envious of the postcard collection!
You will have to come over and see it sometime!
I agree, about torturing yourself about all your fabric. You have the room for everything and you keep it orgainzed and neat. You are always able to find what you want and it gets used eventually. What I am wondering if you should go into the antique business with all your lovely finds.
Hah! I was just thinking that I might have to get a space someplace and start selling some of my finds. There are a few pieces of furniture that I plan to clean up and paint, but I am not sure they go with my house. But I figure someone else might enjoy them.