You know how sometimes you find something
that just speaks your language?
that just speaks your language?
the right curves
the perfectly aged patina
that just says…
‘you’
That was how I felt about these little thrift store finds when I saw them.
I found them just sitting there looking so lonely at the thrift store.
I was looking for dishes 😉 and nearly missed them as I walked by.
But, I saw that pretty patina out of the corner of my eye and turned around
But, I saw that pretty patina out of the corner of my eye and turned around
I walked over and ran my fingers across their shabby, worn but oh so beautiful
gold and white paint
Hello Beautiful!
They were tagged $80 but marked half price~ plus a little extra discount because of the wear
(which I don’t mind at all)
they came out to $35.
(which I don’t mind at all)
they came out to $35.
I have no idea if that is a good price or not- but I just love them either way.
I am not quite sure just where they will end up staying in the house…
I am thinking of several rooms and several spots they will be perfect in.
For right now and for the photos
they are in the living room… looking oh so sweet.
*sigh*
It’s love.
The Cottager says
beautiful find courtney… 35 seems like a great deal!
Unknown says
Oh my goodness yes! You got a fabulous deal, I've seen them for 99.00 to 220.00 on e-bay, Ruby lane has a set very similar to yours for 285.00 – so I'm thinking you got a STEAL!
Anonymous says
YES! Wonderful deal… but, oh so beautiful, either way, as you stated. LOVE them located by your couch, in your living room! 🙂
Shingle Cottage says
Oh my word Courtney they are stunning and oh so pretty! look at the legs~sigh~dreamy and love indeed x
Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage says
Holy cow, I think that has got to be the best thrift store find EVER!!! Such elegant prettiness for a tiny price. Wow!!
Patty @ That's So Pretty says
OMG! love them!
flowerlady464 says
Not usually a friend of the gold but OMG they are fabulous! What a bargain!
De Oude Huize at Kameel huise tussen spore says
Courtney this is wonderful and I could feel the curves as you describe. Thanks for sharing
Jeannie says
Courtney,
I'm in love too, what a find, they look beautiful in your living room.
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ShabbyMagia..... says
Un sogno!!!!!
Ciao
Monica
Maureen Wyatt says
If I recall correctly, I sold a small Florentine coffee table for $150.00 about ten years ago. I'd say you got a good deal! ~ Maureen
Unknown says
Very very sweet – and looks just like something you should own! And yes, that is a STEAL!
MYSHABBYFRENCHLIFE says
Love them !
I have their little sister instead of being rectangular it is half circle, but I have only one !
xoxo from PARIS
Joëlle
Elizabeth and Gary says
Oh my, they are sweet indeed, very pretty I would have grab them up too. I think you got a great deal.
Have a sweet day, Elizabeth
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says
Wow, Courtney. Those are so pretty and I have seen them for hundreds of dollars.
Anne says
Courtney those are gorgeous and yes that is a steal of a price girl!!!! They look perfect and amazing in your home!!!
xx
Anne
Pura Vida says
oh man do I love them!
Tricia says
They look beautiful, Courtney! And I think that was a very, very good price 🙂
Judy at GoldCountryCottage says
Courtney, those little tables are so beautiful, I had a friend that had a set and I always admired them. $35 seems like a good deal to me, especially since you love them so much..Happy Monday..Judy
Lois Arnold says
If you love them and the price seems right to you, then it is! They are lovely!
Jean @ www.thebackyardbungalow.com says
They totally look like you! Beautiful!
Jennifer Carroll says
Oh Courtney! Those are beautiful!! What a lucky find! Congratulations!!
Anonymous says
Oh my gosh, so pretty , you find the most amazing things, our thrift stores are so picked over we never find things like you do ,great job on your find.com
Julie Marie says
Hi Courtney, you got a wonderful deal!… I bought one a number of years ago at a junk store for $10… which was a fabulous price too!… I posted about it when I saw it's twin in one of Rachel Ashwell's books… my Rachel Ashwell look~alike table… love them!… Sweet Laurie at Heavens Walk recently found one too, and was thrilled when I told her to look in RA's book… now I want more, sigh… xoxo Julie Marie
Rachel Noelle Pallas says
Sooo pretty and such a bargain! xo
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
They are just lovely and a great find, Courtney! I thought I found something similar about a month ago but when I went up and touched them ~ they were plastic! I was so disappointed.
Anonymous says
Oh my what a find! They are so lovely and my goodness what a great price!
Rosemary@villabarnes says
Just perfect for you, Courtney. Nice find. I've sold several of these sets over the years, and $35 is a great price.
Cindy says
They are GORGEOUS! The soft faded color with the white is so completely perfect for your house… Wow, what a find!
Cindy
Sissie's Shabby Cottage says
I love the little tables and they have just the right amount of shabbiness.
hugs
Sissie
Gina says
They are certainly pretty! My Mom has these & she, too, loves them.
Cyndia says
What a great deal! My daughter and I found a similar set of three at an antiques store last year for her apartment, for $145! They now grace her living room!
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Maureen says
THat is an excellent deal…a tray of that vintage would cost at least that amount. When you find something you love, you will always find a place for it! Enjoy your find!
shaggysheephome says
It has been too long since this has happened to me. I am so happy you found those tables. They were waiting for you!
Heaven's Walk says
Oh my gosh…..be still my fluttering heart!!!! ♥! I LOVE these, Courtney!!! All three for only $35???? THAT is one great deal, girl!!! The gold with white is oh so elegant!! If by chance you just can't find a room to place them in…..I know a gal who would gladly give them a good home. 🙂 Just holler. hehehe!
xoxo laurie
Linda@Coastal Charm says
These are sooooo very PRETTY and $35 was one awesome deal!!! I have never found anything that pretty at a thrift store…maybe one day i will get lucky.
Blessings,
Linda
Cynthia says
These are gorgeous. I love the!
Cynthia
Shabby soul says
They are gorgeous and really you payed them nothing!!
Hugs (from Italy)
Silvia
susan says
not sure i'v ever seen anyone find deals the way you do i have to shops and one is at anitque mall and some of the dealers sell these nestes for 200 and up so yes mamn u got a wonderful deal but then u always do!!!1
Unknown says
Gawgeous!!! And what a price!?
Drooling here…
Cheers, Gee
Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR says
Courtney, those are beautiful; and yes, that is an EXCELLENT price!!
Zuni, Chickadee Home Nest says
I've always loved these little tables too, but haven't really found a spot for them in our house. They look absolutely beautiful in your home with our decor. I hope they stay there, with beatiful roses on them. 🙂 ~Zuni
Our Hopeful Home says
$35 is a steal. I would have grabbed them, too, even if they weren't half price!
Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic says
Love them! I think they are perfect.
~Shanon
Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouse says
They are stunning!So elegant!
martinealison says
De belles trouvailles… ravissantes photos où elles ont pris une place romantique.
gros bisous
Rosemary and Thyme says
Oh my. What amazing find. Just exquisite.. Love the photography.
chateau chic says
That's an amazing price for a set of three Italian nesting tables! Terrific find and they are so beautiful in your home.
Mary Alice
thistlewoodfarm says
Oh Courtney,
They are beautiful. I love the story and the patina and the beautiful aged look 🙂
You are such a rock star 🙂
karianne
Sweet Cottage Dreams says
Oh yes, that is a fantastic price!! They sell for about four times that in antique stores. Can you stack them one on top of the other? If so, that would be fun for a display – perhaps tuck them against a wall for stability. Have a great day. Looks like a warm one for us California girls.
Becky
Rooms by Ann says
They are gorgeous, I love the style. That's a great price.
ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says
WOW Courtney they are gorgeous, and what a steal!! I love the way they look in your beautiful living room!
Unknown says
Hi Courtney,
I am Italian living in CA only from 10 years I am am Artist & Designer that love vintage antiques and every finds I can recreate. I love your blog which I read by now from a while! I have to say that you really got a great deal with those wonderful Florentine tables. Usually those are pretty expensive in Italy! They are all hand made from artisans that pass this antique technique from generations. You can find trays or jewelry boxes very nice ones. I love your tables they are gorgeous and perfect in your home they can be anywhere…. please keep them forever!
Take care
Carolina
The Porcelain Rose says
LOVE your Florentine tables!!!
I have the same ones!! http://theporcelainrose.blogspot.com/2011/11/french-whimsy-porcelain-roses.html A set of three that I purchased about two years ago at my local flea market for $45. You got an even better deal. I've seen them on Ebay and Etsy for several hundred dollars. I'd say we did good!!
Thanks for sharing.
Will visit again soon.
Elizabeth
A.Marica by My Shabby Dream says
I'm so happy I found you now that I do not want to miss even one post.
Nice to meet you.
See you soon.
A.Marica
Unknown says
Wow Thos are lovely centertables, perfect for my mckinley hill condo. )
Anonymous says
I very much enjoyed reading your blog.. Love the tables.. and yes that was a great price.. and great find!!
debra says
They are lovely! What a find….
Stacy's Shabby Shoppe says
Wow! $35 is an absolute steal for those tables! Excellent find!
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Unknown says
Courtney
I found your 2012 blog page and your Italian Nesting Tables! I don't know where to look to find a thrift store in my area. They are too expensive on eBay. I love the creamy white color splashed over the gold. I have a chair and a Bombay Chest and these tables would look good beside the chair. Let me know your thoughts. I love your blog and your style.