Treasures from the Flea Market

A few weeks ago,

I went to the Flea Market in Ventura, California.

I promised to post some

photos of the wonderful treasures

I was able to pick up that day.

My favorite find was an item I *almost* passed up!

I can't believe I almost left this beauty behind.

I walked away from the stall -

and then I remembered the first, and most important,

rule of "flea-marketing":

if you love it, grab it & do NOT hesitate.

When I went back to buy this item,

the seller told me it is an

authentic piece of old Italian architecture.

Heart melt...

I am always drawn to items with a story/history.

 Finally, I negotiated with the vendor

(which I never do...)

and I was able to purchase this pretty piece

for a mere $15.

I love that there are 3 cherubs -

just like my 3 kids!

My husband really likes this piece, too.

We both like how it looks great hanging in our kitchen.

My kitchen also has this pretty pair

of hand-painted Portuguese candlesticks

that I bought at the Flea Market.

The intricate painted designs are lovely.

In addition, the blues and yellows go

well with some of the Provencal items I have in my home.

 The third, and final item, I brought home with me

was this French wire egg basket.

I've always wanted one.

As I hemmed & hawed at the vendor's booth,

Bestie M convinced me it was perfect for Easter.

SOLD!

Tomorrow, I will share how I have styled this cutie

with moss, eggs, and ribbon for SPRING!

Au Revoir,

Michelle

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