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Friday, February 18, 2011

Put a Bird on it - Part II

The bird thing has taken over my house.
That’s karma, isn’t it.
More often then not, when I’m out looking for specific trash, I usually find what I want.
I want birds.
I want owls.
For .50 cents, how can I go wrong with a hand-painted ceramic owl?
Have birds and owls always been there and I didn’t see them?
It’s like when I was pregnant with my first child.  I remember every where I went I saw pregnant woman.  All of a sudden it seemed like everyone was pregnant.  Was this a new phenomenon or was it because I was more aware?
I find this amazing velvet-covered vintage clover.  Yes, that’s the scene of an Irish pub on the front, cobblestone and all.
A few days later, I find this owl dish towel hanger.
No, I don’t want to hang a towel on this.
I just want the owl
In my Irish pub.
I love this for St. Patrick’s Day.  I’ll hang it on my front door.
I find a bird cage
and more birds inside.
The plastic grapes are a nice touch, don't you think?  I've got big plans for this beauty.  It's called heirloom white spray paint, vintage jewelry and NO plastic grapes.  
So, here's the question.  What if I put a bird on anything I find?  
Does it make the piece more valuable?  
More treasured?  
Can it make for a better re-sell?
A Boscoware Belgium Cast Iron Pot?
An old wood crate?
My $1.00 cheese dome?
The constitution of the United States of America?
I see the potential.
Maybe I should be putting birds on all my trash.
A retro cabinet hutch?
A vintage desk?
My Crouse-Hinds Walk/Don't Walk Urban Light Post?
A retro lamp shade?
Man, this bird thing could be huge.  It really brings trash to life.  I'll let you know if I see an increase in my profits.
Or maybe, I'm just mocking it.
I'll never tell (hee, hee, hee)!
To see Put a Bird on it - Part I, the beginning, click here.


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14 comments:

  1. i ADORE that lamp shade! Are you planning on selling it? and for how much?

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  2. I hope there is a bird on it part 3 I love these! LOL
    That painted ceramic owl is a beauty!! I also would have purchased it had I came across it.
    I like how you put the other owl in a pub.. it's a reall Hoot! =p

    That vintage desk you have is gorgeous!
    And so is your sweet baby girl. =)

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  3. Dear One of my Favorite Bloggers, :)

    I love reading your blog and I want to present you with the Sylish Blogger Award. I hope you will accept because you deserve it!

    I LOVE birds right now- owls, too. :) I wish I could find all the amazing things you do. Currently on the hunt for a chair to recover- no luck.

    Check it out!
    http://coffeypartyof3.blogspot.com/2011/02/awarded-wow.html

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  4. I LOVE that lamp shade!! It's so cool! Can you please email me if you're interested in selling it? Or trading it for several vintage birds? ;)

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  5. Thats a danish modern desk. Worth big bucks. Def research before putting a price on that one!

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  6. Thank you so much for all your great input and advice. I did sell the lamp shade and the desk. Can't wait to see the trash I find this next week.

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  7. I recognized the desk, it was featured on I Heart Mesa last week. I've loved reading your blog lately, you've had a lot of fun posts. I'm bummed I missed the estate sale, guess I need to read more often. :)
    ~Marily

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  8. That lampshade - love it. Love it! It's really cool. Ok, ahem. Found a ton of owls at a local thrift shop this week, but only walked out with 2 of them.

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  9. I like the idea of adding a bird to each item. But then maybe not everyone sees birds as quaint. Seven years ago I suddenly saw and heard birds. Funny how that went. Then 2 years ago the mama of mine and me began feeding the birds around here. I used to say I wouldn't ever do such a thing. Funny how that went, too.

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  10. love love love the owl Irish pub!

    just darling!

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  11. towel, owl...

    cute images, love your taste.



    Greetings, Happy Firday! Blessings…

    Friendship Awards, Enjoy!
    Thanks for the support, You Rock!
    xxx

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  12. You've got some SWEET finds there!! I'm way impressed especially with the walk/don't walk sign!!

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  13. You make me laugh!

    Some of those pictures reminded me of the "Where's Waldo" books!

    I found myself trying to spot your little feathered friend!

    Thanks for a fun and terrific link to Alphabe-Thursday's letter "T".

    The owl in the pub was pretty darned funny.

    A+

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