I fell in love with a box…
yes, you heard me right!
I fell in LOVE with this box!
And I considered it a splurge because I paid $9 for it!
(But a few days later, I felt a lot better about my purchase when I saw a wooden box for $69 at a store that starts with a K and rhymes with holes.)
I also found this beautiful art that was custom framed ($1.75…which I considered a DEAL!!!) at the same thrift store, Hospice Thrift.
When I find something I love, I don’t think very long about buying it when I know the money is going to a good cause….and I’m in love! heehee!
I wasn’t sure where to display the box and the hinges are rusty, so I made a 'base’ to set it on.
I’m joining Coastal Charm for
Nifty Thrifty Tuesday,
Brenda at the Cozy Little House
for Tweak it Tuesday and
and Inspire me Tuesday!
And for those that love antiques...
there was a bonus!
The original KEY was inside the box!
Doesn’t that make it even more special?
53 comments:
I love thrift store goodies and you got some great deals here. I adore that the key was in the box! You'll have to create a pretty ribbon, tassel etc. for your key! Wishes for a great Monday.
Love the box...I'd put it on a small stand and use it as a side table.
Jane x
I'm smitten too! And the original key-- wow! That's unusual!
That box is amazing! Great find.
what a great find!With the key, you scored big time!!!!!
Oh how neat! You find the coolest stuff, and have fun doing it too. Have a great Monday!
what a find! love the box - especially the label!
Riverside in Agawam, Massachusetts is an old amusement park that is now called Sig Flags New England. I have been there with the kids many times, just an hour from this old house!
I'm glad you rescued that box. Your pedestal is the perfect touch and love that the key is still with it. Good for YOU!
I have a weakness for trunks! That one is perfect!
That's a box I could fall in love with too! Great find, XOXO
What great buys! I just love thrift store shipping. The base you made for the trunk looks good. Thank you for sharing with us :)
That box was a GREAT price at $9! I'm so glad you got it! It's quite perfect, love the vintage label! Have a nice day! Twyla
Wow the box is so so pretty..such a sweet find.
Hugs x
A skate box! I remember putting my roller skates in my skate box and lugging it to the skating rink! Wish I still had it.
$9 is a great deal. Love the original key
I love the stacked look of your new thrifty suitcase. and that key!!
Oh I am in love with your box also! It is beautiful and how special to find the key inside!
I love your skate box! What a deal! It would be put to use for storing cords or small items in my house. I never seem to have enough storage. Happy Monday to you!
i am a box nut. wooden ones in particular. doesn't matter - new or antique. love...
I don't know what it is about wooden boxes, but I just love them.
You just inspired me to steal my father's wooden tool box back from my husband. I like the idea of a stack of wooden boxes like people do stacks of vintage suitcases. I have 2 of my dad's wooden boxes now. If I can find one more old wooden box, that would make a collection.
Thanks for giving me a reason to go hunting.
That box is a beauty and I would have snatched that up in a heartbeat!!
I can understand why you love the box - I love it too :) Great finds. Hugs to you!
I love boxes (and baskets) too -- such great little storage places! The skate label on yours just makes it more intriguing! Love the painting too -- it's a beauty!
Good Evening Diane, I love this box you have found and was interested to read that it is a skate box. It really looks like a wooden suitcase and as Sarah mentioned, fabulous for storage. If that were me, I would be on the hunt for another two, to stand one on top of the other.
I love searching through charity shops and thrift shops as, like you, I find the most fabulous items.
Enjoy your new skate box.
Best Wishes
Daphne
Love that box. What a treasure!
Thank you for visiting and commenting on my burlap pumpkins....new follower!
aimee
I think the box is a treasure, dear Diane, and to have the key, too.. Wow!
Thank you for keeping me in your prayers, sweet friend. xo
Well done on your find, I'd be the same and have it on a stand to show it off. To have the original key too is even more of a bargain. Beautiful and yes I'm in love too. xx
Great box! Great price! Some keys are sold for that price!
And yours is the real deal for $9!! Love it and the art is great also.
Your Hospice Thrift is a great store it seems.
Linda
Great thrifty purchases, and the box is wonderful ... and even better is the original key. I love old keys.
I think nine dollars is not bad at all. Finding the key is pretty awesome. I paid thirty dollars for a print once at a thrift store but it is hanging right now on my stone fireplace and I love it. xo, olive
Such a great find! Thanks for linking up to The DIY'ers!
That box is capital A-mazing!!!!
Having the key does make it that much more special. Not sure why?
Your box is really lovely...enjoy it along with that little treasure of a picture. Thanks for sharing.
So cool, love it! I love going to thrift stores and estate sales. Lots of fun!
Just for the key alone, yes! :)
The key to your secret diary...
Nancy Drew needs to determine what the key goes to..
A secret key to unlock a secret kingdom...
It just makes me feel like a kid again :)
What a find and so clever of you to cover the box to put it on. That sweet key is a real bonus.
I am in love with your box too.
That is a fun box. Do you think it had roller skates in it at one time?
You've had excellent thrifting adventures and found some great treasures!
Magnificent finds ~ I believe they find you ~ enjoy ~ wonderful post and photos ~ carol, xo
You are such a lucky thriftin' gal! Great score!!!
I totally understand falling in love with a box, and I think it was a steal too.
Jen
Spurge no.....SCORE!!!!! Now that was the find of all time! Wouldn't you love to know the history!!
Carol
What a great find!! How awesome that it had the key with it too.
I love it!!
hugs,
Cindy
Gorgeous amazing finds!!!
You got some beautiful treasures!
I love the picture!
Omg!!!
That key and the box are just awesome...
I do love too the wooden chests! Greetings from Malta !
Those are super finds!!!
I fell in love with that box too! That is no ordinary box! You have the best thrift stores nearby! I am always amazed at what you find as well as the prices!
Linda
You had to break the piggy bank for $9! What a steal for a lovely box. An application of matte polyurethane spray would seal up the rust for you, if you wanted to display it without a base.
Fabulous box and the picture is wonderful too. Super finds. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty
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