I didn't sleep much last night after I finished watching Julie & Julia. The movie just stayed in my mind all night and I slept restlessly. I don't know how I missed this movie when it came out or the fact that it was the first movie made about a blogger. I knew of the movie because there was the discussion in the bookselling world that Julia Child's books were flying off the shelves. I even remember it playing at Blissdom but again I had missed the fact that it was about blogging. There may be some "spoiler" bits to this post so if you haven't seen it you may want to skip to the photos of Thrift Share Monday.
Julie Powell has accomplished something so many of us bloggers can only dream about. Not only did she get interviewed in countless newspapers and write a book but her book became a movie. Okay so maybe I can't really see a Thrifting movie but it is still okay to dream right? I loved to watch the interaction between her husband and Julie. At many times it reminded me of Dave and how supportive he's been for the last four years. The times he's waited five minute as our dinner was getting cold so that I could get the right photograph. Or the times he's taken the children and kept them busy so that I could finish up a post. I loved that side of the movie but was disheartened to read that Julie had an affair which apparently she talks about a lot in her next book "Cleaving." I know I shouldn't judge but I guess a part of me loved the Julie and Eric storyline (maybe I really loved Amy Adams & Chris Messina) because I'm a hopeless romantic. Maybe I would have slept better if I hadn't looked up Julie Powell and read the back story or that some of her readers now hate her. I must admit I love Hollywood happy endings. Maybe it's silly but I do.
And I guess the real romantic story here is that Julia Child and Paul Child were married and appeared to have loved each until the end. They are even ten years apart like Dave and me. There is a quote on one site that says "Paul was ten years older than me and worldly." Just like my Dave. He showed me the world and he showed me that it was good to have passion about life. Maybe even necessary.
I guess I'm slightly emotional because he is 6000 miles away from me at the moment. I think I'll try to forget about Julie & Julia and focus on the success of Julia Child and the beautiful marriage that she had with Paul for so many years.
Now onto this blog and about thrifting.
My largest set of Russian nesting dolls to date. $2
Another photos just because.
This is a print from the 1970's that I paid $3 for. It's kind of weird but something about it caught my eye. I think it will eventually go in Keiran's room.
A close up of the baby elephant. I can't find anything about the artist whatsoever. The print reads "Gallerie Rabindra" but nothing else except the date and Hollywood, CA. Know anything about this artist?
I now officially own a puffy underskirt. I paid .25 cents for it. Are these called Crinolines? It's original and from the 1960's. I heart it and can't wait to wear it under my new thrifted skirt.
Thank you for all the feedback regarding the ReSelling Tip Posts. With so many enthusiastic replies I'll definitely start doing this weekly. Really it sometimes feels like treasure hunting rather than thrifting. It's the part of my job that makes my heart beat faster. I came home Saturday after thrifting for 7 hours (with Keiran none the less) on a thrifter's high. It felt wonderful and I'd love to share more about what I find and what I look for, here at ATG.
Remember the Polaroid Camera that I mentioned last week? Can you believe that I found another one? The new one has quite a bit of wear. I'm considering selling the mint one and keeping the worn one. I don't need it to be perfect to still enjoy it. I paid $10 for the second camera. I'll let you know how it goes.
How did your thrifting go this week? What did you find? Don't forget to pop over to the party at Southern Hospitality and Debbie Doos.
Nice treasures (I skipped the review to avoid spoilers, gotta watch that movie!) I really love the elephant artwork, the "shaky" outlines give the piece interesting texture.
Posted by: Van | June 28, 2010 at 07:23 AM
Happy Monday to you! I (heart) your blog!
A word on Julie/Julia: I read the book and never saw the movie, and really as an author she doesn't create a lot of empathy for herself. Really to the point that I had no interest in even watching the movie, but I was inspired to record a bunch of Julia Child shows from cable television. Just be glad for your wonderful marriage! I have a wonderful marriage too, and like you my guy is thousands of miles away, in France, right now.
Posted by: Shannon | June 28, 2010 at 07:45 AM
love love the purple skirt....
Posted by: Heidi | June 28, 2010 at 08:21 AM
ab fab finds this week!
Posted by: kati(lady) | June 28, 2010 at 08:23 AM
Can you believe I still have not seen that movie? Ironically I just submitted an audition for the new Oprah show...and I my concept for a new show is about us Bloggers....I better see it soon, so when they call me I have some more knowledge:) Thanks for linking up to my party....I sure love your finds...such a cute skirt too...those little dolls are cute too, I can't remember where I have seen those before:)
Posted by: debbie | June 28, 2010 at 08:44 AM
Hello, long-time lurker here! I have not seen the movie nor read the book (or her blog that started it all), but I do know that the bits about Julia Child and her husband and how she got her start as a chef were taken from Julia's memoir, My Life In France. I HAVE read that and it is absolutely wonderful; I think you would really like it! She is so self-effacing and charming and the book is just a wonderful read and so uplifting! It's definitely worth seeking out!
Okay, back to lurking now... :)
Posted by: Badger | June 28, 2010 at 08:52 AM
I've never had the urge to see the movie & don't plan to--I may check out the "back story" though... I love the elephant print--very cool.
Posted by: Shara | June 28, 2010 at 08:57 AM
Those nesting dolls are great!
And I love your header! It just brought back soooooo many memories. I still have those Strawberry dolls up in my parents rafters.
Posted by: Cap Creations | June 28, 2010 at 09:02 AM
When I was a little girl (late 50s, early 60s) I wore "petticoats", even fancier than that - they were very stiff and made your skirt stand way out (not as much as today's square dancers but still...). If memory serves (and I hate to admit it but that part is not serving me so well these days!), I probably got a new one at Easter to go with the new Easter dress my Mom made for me. I don't know the difference between petticoat and crinoline, perhaps it's a regional thing? I live in Oregon, by the way.
Posted by: Sue | June 28, 2010 at 09:19 AM
I read Julie/Julia first cause usually the book is better than the movie. The book is not very well written, she drops the F bomb all over the place, and I'm not too surprised about the affair...cause one of the main themes of the book is her insecurity about being married young and for so long. I, too, almost didn't watch the movie, but a friend encouraged me. The movie was SO much better! They developed the Julia Child part much more, Meryl was great as Julia, they cut out all the pity-party junk except for what was necessary to the plot. I enjoyed the movie a lot.
RE: re-selling, I'm interested in which items sell highest on which marketplaces (etsy, e-bay, other). Especially vintage linens, quilts, etc. I really enjoy your blog and more tips would be awesome.
Posted by: Marianne | June 28, 2010 at 09:27 AM
I read the book first and was, quite frankly, horrified. Julie P is not someone to be emulated or revered, she's a narcissistic little twit and her descriptions of her kitchen are legion and nauseating -cat hair and maggots, ewwwww! I can't believe the book had the success it did.
The movie was absolutey charming - I watched it twice I liked it so much. Ephron really cleaned up the nastiness of Julie's character. And the story of Child's life is very inspiring. I'm keeping the movie in my heart as the better telling of the story, even though I know it's doctored. I'm glad I read the book first or I probably would have felt disheartened too.
The baby elephant is darling!
Posted by: Nancy S | June 28, 2010 at 10:04 AM
you kill me with your matryoshka dolls! I am so jealous! I never find any! Or if I do they are way overpriced! you are so lucky!
Posted by: Jessica | June 28, 2010 at 10:35 AM
This elephant is wonderful. I understand your concerns about Julie and Julia. I loved that relationship in that movie as well, I bought "Cleaving" a while ago and will be interested to read it. Having gone through an unintended divorce myself (no cheating involved), it's easier for me to reconcile a both ideas of them being a sweet couple and also having their issues. I loved this article in O this month, for some reason I feel like it relates, and for some reason thinking about things this way changed by life.
http://www.oprah.com/spirit/Martha-Becks-Problem-Solving-Strategies-Decision-Making-Advice
Posted by: The Yard Sale Girl | June 28, 2010 at 11:02 AM
I loved the movie and am glad to learn through the comments here that I can skip the book without feeling guilty!
Those matryoshka dolls are gorgeous! And I love your crinoline - it looks like it will be so much fun to wear.
Posted by: Laura | June 28, 2010 at 11:25 AM
We enjoyed the movie as well. Bummed to hear about the blogger Julia though. I share your romantic sentiments!
Posted by: Angie of EismanDesign.com | June 28, 2010 at 11:53 AM
Yes, that is indeed a crinoline. I am old enough to remember wearing them as a young girl and let me tell you some of them were quite scratchy and I couldn't wait to get home and take it off. Hopefully yours is a nice soft one.
Posted by: Victoria | June 28, 2010 at 11:56 AM
I went thrifting this weekend and found absolutely nothing. :(
Posted by: Amy | June 28, 2010 at 01:18 PM
p.s. found two 1930's wonderful quilts, though they were tied, not quilted. One has tons of embroidery on it as well. $5 each!
Posted by: Marianne | June 28, 2010 at 02:06 PM
Your elephant picture is great I remember them as a kid in the 70's. They always have a red dot . It was kind of a game to find them!I grew up in LA maybe they where more popular there.
P.S. Love your blog
Posted by: Lori Hendrix | June 28, 2010 at 02:50 PM
We got really lucky at a huge book sale. Also found some depression glass and some Polish hand-painted pottery. Would love to own Julie/Julia (the movie), but I'll skip reading the book. Thanks for the heads-up. Another question is, how do you manage your book inventory? We have such a small house!
Posted by: Jeanie | June 28, 2010 at 05:22 PM
I watched Julie and Julia a few months ago and enjoyed it. I didn't read the book beforehand and don't plan to read it, especially after reading reviews. I love the slip and the Russian dolls. I need to find a couple of crinoline slips about that length for some dresses I'll be selling.
Thrifting was wonderful this week.
Posted by: Monica | June 28, 2010 at 06:00 PM
That elephant print is adorable. I would love to find something like that!
Posted by: Briana | June 28, 2010 at 06:05 PM
Love those Matroyshka dolls! I found some too but it only had 4. And the elephants are just darling!
My fave quote from J&J is "I have ADD. That's why I'm terrible at housework." :)
Posted by: Angela | June 28, 2010 at 09:00 PM
LALALALALALALA!! I can't hear you! (fingers in ears)
I'm bummed to hear the back story on Julie. Man. I loved the movie.
Is it really the first movie about a blogger? I happened to watch "No Impact Man" recently and that is also about a blogger, but it is more of a documentary than a story.
Posted by: Paula | June 28, 2010 at 09:47 PM
Hi! As a child of the 50's/60's, we always called the little slip such as the one you found a "can-can". And, yeah, they were scratchy as all get-out but a lot of fun to wear. I grew up in the Midwest and wonder if that was a regional term for this clothing item. Just discovered your blog and love it. I'm a thrifting fanatic too.
Posted by: R Estes | June 28, 2010 at 10:55 PM