Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Sometimes You Just Have To Ask

Several weeks ago I posted a "wanted" ad on craigslist. It stated that I was looking for old windows.

Well...I got an email and then a call. Last week I went over to the house. A young man (well, young to me- maybe 30?) is in the process of updating his 1920's house downtown. He had at least 25 windows.

I ended up buying 8 or them.

Here they are. Great windows. Not exactly sure what I'll do with them, but I'm glad I have them.



Ok....I'll admit it. There was one in particular with the perfect shade of light aqua chippy paint that I didn't want to part with...It has ended up here on the cottage mantle and I'm just loving it.

Yesterday I posted an ad with craig asking for fold dressers. I'll let you know what happens.

I've started telling everyone that I rescue furniture and you'd be surprised what people just want to "give" you.

Try it.













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  1. stefanieOctober 26, 2010 at 10:05 AM

    i love that window...perfect over the mantle!!!

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  2. UnknownOctober 26, 2010 at 10:52 AM

    Gorgeous!! I love old windows. I have one in my home that a friend and fellow blogger sent to me and I simple smile everytime I see it :)

    Blessings!
    Gail

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  3. KimMalkOctober 26, 2010 at 12:54 PM

    Smart you - the window looks great on your mantel. So, do people give you junk or pretty good stuff, or a bit of both?

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  4. Kait @ The Jones JournalFebruary 5, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    I love the windows!! I just bought one from an antique shop and LOVE it! I hung it above my bed. You can take a look if you want-

    http://sethandkait.blogspot.com/2011/02/im-drooling-over-that.html

    love your style!

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  5. shannon i olsonFebruary 5, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    I love old windows, I don't have any quite as large as yours, but love what I do have, this looks great over the fireplace.

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  6. Haverford HouseFebruary 5, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Oh wow, I love how that aqua window looks on your mantel! I've been searching CL too for old windows, I want to make a garden conservatory. Looks like you have enough to make one! ~Marcy

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  7. Funky Junk InteriorsFebruary 5, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    Oh my... what a wonderful stash! LOVE old windows and love the one on your fireplace. It really enhances that area nicely. Pretty!

    Donna
    http://funkyjunkinteriors.blogspot.com/

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  8. Michelle@ A Full CottageFebruary 10, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    I love old windows too. What a great idea to post a want add on Craigslist. Thanks so much for sharing.
    Please come by my blog for a visit I am having a big giveaway.

    :) Michelle

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