Thrift Share Monday - Mid Century Modern Chairs

Mid Century Modern Burke Fiberglass Chair

The thrifting was very good for me this last weekend.

Nearly every single thing in our home is second hand. From the towels in our kitchen, to the desk I am writing this post on, to the jeans in my dresser and even the band-aids (unopened) in our first aid kit. I buy very few things new anymore. Sometimes when I have an item on my thrift wish list I'll buy something that will "do" until I find something  more perfect. When I first moved to Santa Rosa I found a fabulous teak and tile Danish modern dining room table for $250. It came with 4 matching chairs but the seat were somewhat worn. Since I am the mother of two children, I didn't think much about the chairs especially with my then 8 year old son in mind. He comes home from school covered in sand and dirt.

Last Friday, I went to an estate sale where I found 6 Mid Century Modern Burke Fiberglass chairs. They were priced at $35 each. When I saw them in the ad for the sale in my in-box I had no idea that I would see them, fall in love with them and bring them home. I actually expected some of the other MCM dealers to swoop them up. When I walked into the garage and saw them waiting for me, I had to buy them. Although it wasn't a brilliant time to spend $210 on dining room chairs, I think if I had left them behind I would have regretted it for the rest of my life. I love these chairs. They completely make our dining room.

Globe

To balance out the purchase of the chairs, I found this amazing globe at the next estate sale. I had no idea how unique it was until I arrived home and researched it. It was made in 1961 and is a Columbus duo globe. It's actually a glass globe although at the sale I thought it was metal. You can read more about this globe at this website where it had sold for $395. This globe was my gift to pay for my chairs. I love the balance of thrifting.

Bose CD player

Saturday morning took me to the east of town where I went to a downsizing sale. I bought this Bose CD/Radio for the kitchen for a mere $10.

Wrought Iron Fence Panel

This may be my first wrought iron piece that I've ever purchased. It certainly is the largest. This is a vintage wrought iron panel that I think originally was part of a decorative fence. At first I thought it was a gate but each side edge is exactly the same. It's so heavy that it took two of us to unload it from my van. This photo is only a small section of it.

Painting

I found this painting at the flea market in Santa Rosa. I walked by it the first time and of course those teal colors caught my eye. I was going to ask the price but I just assumed that it was too much. And it's not like I'm lacking in thrifted art. An hour later I wandered by the booth again and decided to ask about the cost. The seller said $15. I looked at it some more but for some reason I didn't want to spend $15. As if he read my mind, he lowered the price to $10 and I took this very large painting back to my van.

Overall it was a very positive thrifting weekend. I can't wait to see what you all found.

Did you go thrifting this weekend?

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Comments

[Becca]

That is great that you now have the perfect chairs (they are awesome by the way)...
I can't believe that that globe is glass.... it really really looks like metal. Neat.

[maria]

Very cool chairs! And I love the logic/justification of thrifting something to resell and pay for the item you're keeping - in the same day! Must remember.

[Janell (Nell's Vintage House)]

Total globe envy! Also I'm curious about your plans for the wrought iron piece- will you be keeping and if so, what are your plans for it.

Great finds, as always!

[Jenny]

Those chairs are soooo nice! I love the cushions.

[Robin ;-)]

I collect globes and have not come across yours yet - what a treasure! Loving the chairs and such a good deal, really. And that painting is fabulous - I would have scooped it up for $15 but I know how you feel - some days it just doesn't sound like the right price.

[The Thrifty Picker-Rachael]

Such wonderful finds from this past weekend! The chairs are my fave :)
Blessings to you and your family. I know this is a difficult time.

[angelika]

you are like the thrifting Einstein - pure genius. love the way the globe balances out the chairs. and that globe! glass? i've never even heard of that, that's amazing. i also had an amazing thrift week while visiting relatives in ottawa - had tons of luck at a series of garage sales and even went to my first estate sale, where i would have bought alot more had i been at home and not had to figure out how to fly 4000kms with paintings and furniture...!

[Into Vintage]

Those chairs are spectacular -- I can only imagine how they must be a perfect fit into your new home. I have a beautiful dresser still sitting in the back of my car and I decide whether to keep or sell... ;-)

[Jackie_ Let's Go Thrifting!]

I usually don't gush over modern thrifty finds since I'm such a nut for vintage. But $10 for that Bose system is one heck of a buy!

Awesome finds.

http://LetsGoThrifting.blogspot.com

[Denise M]

Excellent thrifted buys. Great deals, especially with the offset of the great globe against the chairs. Welcome back, love reading your posts, love joining in on your parties. Missed you. Thanks for hosting this week.
Denise

[Joy P]

Welcome back. Love your Thrift Share Mondays. I added vintage sealers today. Rarely find them so when I see them I pay. Actually the prices were pretty good, averaged 3 dollars a jar. You did very well with your thrifting this past weekend. My home is mostly thrifted too and I like it that way. Thanks for hosting.

[Joy]

When I saw the email photos of those chairs, YOU were the first person I thought of! The only thing that kept me from forwarding you the email with my comments was I didn't want to "insult" your thrifting sensibilities by saying something so obvious - I knew you were on the estate sale agent's email list and anyway...YOU GOT THEM! (And LOVE THEM!) Yay! All the way in Carlsbad, I just knew you would!! *sigh*

[Sue]

Funny how some prices seem "expensive" to us when we are thrifting. I am so glad you realized that you had to purchase those chairs or you would live to regret your decision. I can't wait to see more pictures of your home and how you are decorating it. I really can't imagine furnishing my home with anything BUT thrifty finds. So glad you are back hosting TSM.

[Nikki]

Those chairs are fantastic! And they were really a great buy. They look like they are in fantastic condition. Love the color on the cushions.

[one gal's trash]

Hey Selena,
I just added my post about some of the great junk I brought back from Paris. Thought you might like to see some vintage French finds!
Also, I'm sending good wishes for your mom. I'll be heading down to California to see my parents on Friday...we are dealing with similar issues. The 4th of July will be my dear dad's 87th birthday.
xoxox
Pam

[Sherry@Back2Vintage]

Great finds....You scored with the Bose System...Wow!!!

[Laura@live-love-scrap]

great chairs- would love to see a photo of them in your dining room! my favorite purchase you made is the globe- what a beauty!! thanks for hosting this party:)

[Amy]

I am new to your party. Happy to be hear to see all the good deals that were had and to share the good deals I found as well. Can't wait to link up again :)

[HeidiAnn]

I am over-the-moon with envy about your fabulous finds!! That painting is SPECTACULAR. OMG. How big IS it? It reminds me of my peacock painting I found last year, the one that I have yet to hang because my hubby seems unwilling to help me, and I can't manage it alone.
You find the greatest things!

[Jeannie Marie]

How many of us overlook those fab bargains when we aren't as knowledgeable? That is such a great reason why we should all be looking at every blog that posts here. Sometimes it's pure luck but often it's simply a matter of being educated in the market!

[debra]

i just found your blog through "avintagegreen" and added you to my blog roll! very cool stuff and i am SO into thrifting! awesome blog!

[Shabby Vintage Junk]

Hey Selena....!

I know it must be hard for you to keep up with everything at the moment with your Mum ill....I just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you & APPRECIATE the fact you take the time to keep in touch with all of us when I'm sure you have so very much on your mind....!!

I hope you've been able to enjoy your new (to you) home a little since you moved in....!!!!!

Cheers for now,
Tamarah :o)

[Kirsty @ Nabru Sofas]

I might have to join the thrifting chain! lol. You've managed to grab and negotiate some great material. I'm moving very soon and I moving all my furniture may be problematic; so I might just leave it behind.

[noushin]

sounds like you had a cracker of a weekend , the chairs are really awesome , I have a lot of second hand stuff as well .. some of my best pieces are secondhand - well done