When I first began antiquing, I realized there was this whole world of possibility out there. For value, for creating my very own vision, for renewal.
And over the course of time, I’ve found a few spots that feel made for me. I’m a fan of the antique mall/flea market combo. I like knowing that I’ll find something in every price range, and lots of different things. Great furniture, little trinkets, vintage dishes.
One of my favorite spots in Alabama is Troy Antiques…my little home away from home. I step into the quaint shop when I want to escape the commercial world…and I browse. Slowly.
For a long time.
And sometimes, I come across real treasure.
The pirate kind….the kind that sparkles and whispers to ya. Okay, maybe antique crates don’t constitute pirate treasure.
But man, they sparkle.
Any crate that flat out says “PAINTS” on the side was destined to be mine. My goofy friend, Layla, said it was a bummer my name wasn’t Bhaunna P. Sest. Which had me giggling for an hour. It’s much less fateful (and less catchy), but BPS stands for “best paint sold.”
And yes, she has continued to call me Bhaunna P. Sest. I’m not sure which is better, that or Sha-oona Bear.
So it was mine for $25. All the way down from $100…and while they both put me out 50 bucks, I just could not walk away. I’ve never seen any this size, in this condition, for that price.
Who knows what I’ll do with them.
I heart piling them full of anything, but especially messy clippings from the yard and flea market style.
But there’s a part of me that looks at those dovetails and can hardly stand to leave them as crates. The part of me that wants to buy any that remain at the quaint antique shop and turn them all into a side table.
Look at all that gorgeous typography. It’s got me swooning.
So, if I were me, I’d stay tuned. Because today they’re crates, tomorrow they could be furniture.
Just like that wall they’re in front of. Last Friday it was beige, today it’s…
Well, you’ll just have to stay tuned for that, too.
the happiest spring to you, friends!!
Love your finds…looks great the way you have them displayed now!
Those are gorgeous, Bhaunna. teehee
Those are a great find, and they look great just the way you have them!! Very pretty I love it. Martina
Really great find. Oh, and your turquoise door? Love!!
Great crates! It’s hard to find good ones with great wording that speaks to us. I like them stacked like they are but they would make great tables or hung on the wall for shelving/display. I have one of mine sitting on a bench holding things I love. So many things you can do, such a great problem to have!
LOVE’EM! I just found your blog! Where have I been???? I am your newest follower and I will be back to see what you did to that wall! lol
Lou Cinda
Them crates are BEAUTIFUL. I love the feel and the smell of them. My nanny gave me a couple of the old wooden milk crates and they make me smile every time I walk past them. Can’t wait to see what you do with them.
Very nice crates…as you mention, beautiful detail. Look forward to seeing what you do with that beige wall.
Regards,
~Pam
I would have taken them home for $25 too! Very pretty! I’m in SW Georgia, not far from you. There are a lot of great antique shops in this corner of Georgia. Email me if you want some tips on places to go over here.
They are gorgeous! I love old crates too and have a bunch in my house, but I love how you filled them! I can’t wait to see if you keep them or change ‘em!
I love crates too! These are great, I love the printing on the sides!
I’m following RedLetterWords on facebook. LOVE her stuff!
Following RedLetterWords on Twitter.
love ‘em … definitely treasures … looking forward to you working your magic on them …
Since this place is in Troy, Alabama…. I feel a road trip coming on this week since the kids are on Spring Break! These are just TOO cool!
ooh, yeah, road trips are awesome. Especially with the kids. lol Hope you can make it down!
shaunna
Wow, those are fantastic! The graphics are in great shape. Can’t wait to see what you do with them.
I love these! We lived in Fairbanks, AK for awhile so that box is particularly interesting!
Oh Bhuanna {lol} these crates where so meant to be yours! I wanna escape to “this” place…
Love them!! Those are my daughter’s initials(BSP), too cool!
OMG…those are fabulous! Sure to make any pirate jealous, or at least us treasure hunters!!
Love crates and the dovetails! There is something so soothing about them..i always wonder-where have these been..what have they seen…Great Finds!
chris
Laughing out loud!!!!!!!!!!!!