My Salvaged Treasures: First Junking Day of 2015

Thursday, January 8, 2015

First Junking Day of 2015

I don't know about all of you, but I finally figured out where I left off before the rush of the holidays. My regular routine (whatever that was) has slowly found its way back into my days and now I'm anxious to get this new year off to a good start. It's been a few months since I had time to get over to the Alameda Point Antiques Faire for a good day of junking, so when the weather forecast looked promising on Sunday, out I went. Between shopping, visiting with friends, eating, and drooling over things I want, but don't need, it's always fun to take pictures along the way. Let's take a look around.....

I could sure stuff a lot of stuff in here and still have room for more stuff!

Remember these?

What can I say?

This over sized rocking horse got my vote for Largest of Show. Last time it was an enormous head, and the time before that it was a gigantic missile. They grow them big out here!

I loved the graphics on this giant oil can.

This was my favorite thing I didn't buy. So darn cute, but way too expensive for something not on my focus list.

I always do some picking here at Fun Junk.

Vintage hardware heaven in Albie's booth S01.

Atelier De Campagne always has one of the best looking spaces!

Raise your hand if you like these vintage metal glove molds.

Love those doors and some of the pretty vignettes in this booth.

50% off. My kind of sale!

This very cool CLEANERS sign doesn't look big in the picture, but it had to be at least 6 feet long.

Just because it made me laugh out loud...and they had some pretty cool stuff. Old Fart Art.

Foosball anyone?

Just in case you need a little more vintage Christmas inspiration.

What did I buy? I behaved myself and only bought what would fit in my shopping cart without having to reload. I'll show you what was inside my cart just as soon as I have a chance to get some pictures. Happy treasure hunting!

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A Delightsome Life for Home and Garden Thursday

Bella Rosa for Let's Talk Vintage
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35 comments:

Michelle L.January 8, 2015 at 7:03 AM

Scuse me while I wipe the drool off my keyboard! Gorgeous pics! But Betsy, WHAT was that terrifying metal thing in the 2nd pic?
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Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJanuary 8, 2015 at 7:56 AM

Remember drive-in movies?
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DD's CottageJanuary 8, 2015 at 7:08 AM

Love all the junk! I need to go to Alameda Pt. soon too! Maybe we can meat up on a Sunday?
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Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJanuary 8, 2015 at 7:57 AM

Sounds good to me!
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A Bit of ColourJanuary 8, 2015 at 7:21 AM

Betsy,
I drool!!! Must have made some hard decisions with all the lovelies around you! That little blue cabinet, the first pic; WOW!
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Linda@Coastal CharmJanuary 8, 2015 at 7:25 AM

I have so much inventory right now, so no junkin' for me and oh how I miss going junkin'. Thanks for sharing with me Betsy.

Blessings,
Linda
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Okio B DesignsJanuary 8, 2015 at 8:03 AM

Oooooh, I'd have a field day there! So let me ask you: that first photo of the metal drawers - I have a larger version and I'm trying to figure out how to clean it up and make it a little more pretty. Any thoughts?????

Jeanine
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Judy PimperlJanuary 8, 2015 at 8:08 AM

Like Michelle, I'm wondering what that metal thing is...Thought I had seen it all, but apparently not! It was fun following along with you on your junking trip. Brought back memories of junking in California...it's just not the same in Alabama. Also, thank you for introducing me to the new part over at Bella Rosa Antiques. I joined in on the fun and can't wait for more!
Judy
judypimperl.blogspot.com
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Sweet Cottage DreamsJanuary 8, 2015 at 8:14 AM

Hi there friend! I heard it was quite cold that day at The Pointe. I LOVE that Cleaners sign!!! Looks like fun stuff this month. I plan on going in March, weather permitting. We will have to go sometime.

Have a great week!

Becky
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AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNaJanuary 8, 2015 at 8:48 AM

Wow! what great stuff! I would have be in heaven at the hardware table.....don't need any of it! I would love to be able to go to that show! I made a trip in the minus degree weather today to the local VOA. They had 30% off + my 20% off senior discount. Will be doing a post soon on my treasures!
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Gigi HarlanJanuary 8, 2015 at 9:13 AM

You sure know how to start the year off right...junkin', junkin', and more junkin'! It too me a moment to remember what "those" were and then the lightbulb when off and I got a huge smile on my face. Drive in theater speakers. I haven't seen those around in ages!
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The Speckled Hen CottageJanuary 8, 2015 at 9:16 AM

You must be very disciplined!!! What a colossal amount of goodness. I want one of everything from a couple of those booths. Thanks for the pics, even though it's not here I love seeing what's out there!!!
Best ~ Mickie.
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Linda @ A La CarteJanuary 8, 2015 at 10:10 AM

Oh my goodness, that is junk heaven!! Love the drive in movie speakers..wow! That truck was adorable but I bet the price wasn't!! Love the crates full of junk pieces..oh my! Can't wait to see what you bought.
hugs,
Linda
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~Damita's Pretty Wrap~January 8, 2015 at 11:00 AM

Great pictures, looks like a fabulous way to get back into the routine of the new year!! How fun! Some of those booths are so pretty! The big truck and trailer would have been neat for something! :) Can't wait to see what you got! xo Holly
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Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEJanuary 8, 2015 at 12:32 PM

It is ok....I needed to howl and drool a little for today. I want that truck! I know I can't afford that truck, but I want it!!
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cynthia lee designsJanuary 8, 2015 at 12:47 PM

Oh My...be still my heart!! I see some awesome pieces that would be great to use in jewelry making.
I have to wait until May until we have any outdoor flea markets. We have 6 inches of snow on the ground and a wind chill of -17 right now! Now I'm going to go back and drool over all your great photos.
~Cindy
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My thrift store addictionJanuary 8, 2015 at 4:36 PM

Betsy, I am shopping vicariously through you--what fun! Blessings, Cecilia
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Vicky HuntJanuary 8, 2015 at 6:36 PM

I would love to go junking there! I can't believe the vairety of awesome vintage goodness available in one place. I can't wait to see what you bought!

Blessings, Vicky
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JeanieJanuary 8, 2015 at 6:41 PM

I love the stuff at Fun Junk -- I think I probably would just stay put there, though there are some wonderful finds!
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MaggieJanuary 8, 2015 at 6:53 PM

It was fun to do some vicarious junking through your photos!! That red and green truck is so cute--would be wonderful for the holidays filled with pine cones or something. And that giant cleaners sign--- I want it!!
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The Polka Dot ClosetJanuary 8, 2015 at 6:55 PM

My kind of sale! I love the drive in movie speakers...At least once a year I would drive away with one in my car lol! Wish I had them now!

Carol
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Marsha @ Tattered ChickJanuary 8, 2015 at 7:12 PM

Great pictures!!! Ours is this Sunday. I may go . . . depends on how cold it is LOL
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Little Miss MaggieJanuary 8, 2015 at 7:27 PM

What a great market. I bet you had a fun day.
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Jann OlsonJanuary 8, 2015 at 7:33 PM

Betsy, lots of fun eye candy. Loved that first chippy catch all and that truck was super cool!
hugs,
Jann
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Rose LJanuary 8, 2015 at 8:18 PM

So many cool things!! Love the big and little rocking horses! Knobs, crocheted table covers, hooks, lots of goodies!
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rushJanuary 8, 2015 at 8:46 PM

Ohhh Myyy!!! What a feast for the eyes. I can't wait for you to show us what you actually brought home! Thank you for allowing me to tag along!
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Beatrice EuphemieJanuary 8, 2015 at 10:02 PM

Oh, I could have fun at a place like that! We have too much rain here in WA state for outdoor flea markets this time of year! Love the 'Old Fart Art' - gotta make a sign like that for my Mr.'s workshop! Can't wait to see what you brought home! xo K
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LaurieJanuary 9, 2015 at 10:21 AM

Old Fart Art. Priceless!
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KathyJanuary 9, 2015 at 3:00 PM

What a fun way to spend a day!
No, I do not remember "these". What the heck is that contraption??
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Julia - Vintage with LacesJanuary 9, 2015 at 10:22 PM

Sigh. I can only dream of places to find such treasures, Betsy. I think I would have rummaged for hours in all the boxes with the hardware. I love that metal box and the oil can and look forward to seeing what you've bought.
Have a great weekend!
Hugs,
Julia
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Sherry@Back2VintageJanuary 10, 2015 at 10:04 AM

Alameda Faire is on the top of my bucket list!!! I'm so happy that you took us along for your junkin' adventure! I love those little drawers in the first picture and I'm giving my age away when I immediately recognized those drive-in movie speakers. Yikes! I also like that truck that you didn't buy. Such a fun post!!! Thanks again!
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AnnyJanuary 10, 2015 at 8:08 PM

This looks like such a fun day!
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Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesJanuary 11, 2015 at 6:36 PM

What a great sale...so much good stuff!!
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Diana PetrilloJanuary 14, 2015 at 7:33 AM

What a terrible tease! I wanna see what you bought :) Loved seeing what you didn't buy--what a fun place--
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PatJanuary 15, 2015 at 10:57 PM

I am in LOVE with that red/green cattle truck!
Love your blog!
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