Thrift Share Monday - a credenza

The best thing about ReSelling at a Local Venue at the moment (besides not having to ship inventory) is the ability to buy practically anything I want. My space is 180 square feet (I think) which gives me the freedom to bring in large pieces of furniture. I am slightly envious of larger spaces that can fit heaps of furniture. For now though, I'm happy with what I have. When I brought this Credenza in yesterday, I had to remove 2 pieces of furniture and bring them home. But.....I wanted this piece to shine and take top priority in my space. Some of you may have seen the Mod Sonoma Facebook mention about this yesterday.

I found this on Friday, even though it was pouring rain. I got to the sale around 5:30, signed up on the list and took shelter from the storm until the sale opened at 9 a.m. I was third in the door and when I spotted this Danish Moretti Sideboard, I quickly slapped my little Sold sticker on it and continued through the house. It was a delightful sale, full of items from Denmark.

Dave and I picked it up on Sunday and took it straight to the Antique Society.

I'm not sure if I'll get a larger space. I'd love the option to have more furniture but I'm not sure I want the added cost every month. Of course in my heart of hearts, I simply want a store but it's not the right time for that. And I know there are lots of cons that go along with the positives of ones own shop. Still a girl can dream and dream and dream.

Last night actually I had a very vivid dream of finding a small old warehouse that was going to be demolished. I walked in and fell in love with it. It was going to be super cheap and had so much potential. There was space for furniture, a place to have a small shop, a workroom for working on projects and upstairs I went crazy with thinking about a restaurant (that someone else would rent from me and run). It was silly, but lovely at the same time. I woke up with a giddiness that comes along with exciting dreams like that and thought ahead to the future.

Did you go thrifting this weekend?

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Comments

[Heather]

Gorgeous piece! I think there are many of us who secretly share your "wish I had a store" dream. :)

[Denise@SecondTimeAroundFinds]

I am so happy you had time to have your party today. Thank you so much, I know how every second of your day is filled (from your posts).
Denise

[Joy@avintagegreen]

Happy Day, good find indeed. Saw your FB page with that piece. Thanks for hosting, a pleasure to join in. What an amazing remembering of such a happy dream. Thrifted snowman and Santa as well as thrifted frames.
Joy

[DogsMom]

I have been to places like you describe in your dream.
There is no reason you can't work toward it. I think it would be more enjoyable with partners. A thrifty community under one roof.

[Rob@IslandRustic]

Thanks for hosting - I added the wheels I am turning into a Christmas Decoration - working on it now and hope to have it ready for next week so I can link up the finished version. Great Danish Furniture finds.
Rob

[Beatriz from Mid Mod Mom]

What a lovely dream you had, I hope it comes true for you one day. I had plans for a space with a coffee shop, art classes and a store, it was meant to happen with my best friend who lives to far now. Maybe one day...

[Susan]

I don't have a blog - yet - maybe in 2013. I did find my own mid-century buffet/credenza this past weekend, in San Antonio. It's not a Scandinavian-style piece like yours - more of an I Dream of Jeannie vibe. Lots of storage and in great condition - am considering whether to keep it or try flipping it on Craigslist. Decisions, decisions.

I am gradually working my way through your entire blog as I build my reselling business. Your posts and tutorials are so helpful! I hope your holiday selling season is fantastic!

[Nicole]

That is a beautiful credenza! I'd be really tempted to keep it...