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I found MECCA today, Long, but on topic.
This morning DH and I wandered, a bit late, to a local neighborhood, who
had their annual yard sale. I found a few cheap charts at a dine each, and Jim found some electronic goobahs. Oh, yes, I forgot. I found a Cuisinart ice-cream maker for $10. The lady swore it worked great with Splenda, so we will see. NOW..the ultimate sale. On the way home, we passed an estate sale sign, about a mile from our house. A big tent had been erected. Knowing the neighborhood, we didn't expect much.!!BONANZA. At least 60% was stitching stuff. The price was 50cents each item( per package). It turned out that this was a lady who bought from my LNS ( it had the labels on much of it). She would buy the chart, then purchase the fabric and all the required flosses!! I found a canvas with $112 on it's original purchase price.. I think I taught the guys selling quite a bit. 50 cents EACH!!! DH was so bad, he had the guy drag more stuff out of the trailer. In the end I spent about $30...for over $1000 of stuff. One chart had the fabric, silks, etc for a total of $30, I paid 50 cents Needless to say I talked to the sellers, and also to my LNS, and I hope they find an equitable price. I now know what stretcher bars are, because Miss Billie put all her stuff on them. I picked up a bunch of unused ones too. I feel that I have helped both parties; Caroline who sold the stuff initially ( she said Ms Billie was her best-buying customer) and also the family of Billie. She is in a Memory place, so doesn't know up from down. I am scared that Jim will have a 25cent sale when I die. This was a lesson to him. There was a gorgeous piece of redwork, framed beautifully for $2. The lady running the thing had no concept of the value, but did withdraw it for a family member. I feel a bit guilty about profiting from the old lady....but on the other hand, I have helped them find other buyers, such as my LNS and Ebay. Gill |
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I found MECCA today, Long, but on topic.
On 4/4/09 7:28 PM, in article ,
"Gillian Murray" wrote: This morning DH and I wandered, a bit late, to a local neighborhood, who had their annual yard sale. I found a few cheap charts at a dine each, and Jim found some electronic goobahs. Oh, yes, I forgot. I found a Cuisinart ice-cream maker for $10. The lady swore it worked great with Splenda, so we will see. Hmm - pass the recipe along when you have the chance... NOW..the ultimate sale. On the way home, we passed an estate sale sign, about a mile from our house. A big tent had been erected. Knowing the neighborhood, we didn't expect much.!!BONANZA. At least 60% was stitching stuff. The price was 50cents each item( per package). It turned out that this was a lady who bought from my LNS ( it had the labels on much of it). She would buy the chart, then purchase the fabric and all the required flosses!! I found a canvas with $112 on it's original purchase price.. I think I taught the guys selling quite a bit. 50 cents EACH!!! DH was so bad, he had the guy drag more stuff out of the trailer. In the end I spent about $30...for over $1000 of stuff. One chart had the fabric, silks, etc for a total of $30, I paid 50 cents I love Jim, he's such a good husband... Needless to say I talked to the sellers, and also to my LNS, and I hope they find an equitable price. I now know what stretcher bars are, because Miss Billie put all her stuff on them. I picked up a bunch of unused ones too. I feel that I have helped both parties; Caroline who sold the stuff initially ( she said Ms Billie was her best-buying customer) and also the family of Billie. She is in a Memory place, so doesn't know up from down. I am scared that Jim will have a 25cent sale when I die. This was a lesson to him. Two words - stash executor. I have one now.... There was a gorgeous piece of redwork, framed beautifully for $2. The lady running the thing had no concept of the value, but did withdraw it for a family member. Oh good! I feel a bit guilty about profiting from the old lady....but on the other hand, I have helped them find other buyers, such as my LNS and Ebay. Hope they have some good luck there.... |
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I found MECCA today, Long, but on topic.
"Gillian Murray" wrote in message ... This morning DH and I wandered, a bit late, to a local neighborhood, who had their annual yard sale. I found a few cheap charts at a dine each, and Jim found some electronic goobahs. Oh, yes, I forgot. I found a Cuisinart ice-cream maker for $10. The lady swore it worked great with Splenda, so we will see. NOW..the ultimate sale. On the way home, we passed an estate sale sign, about a mile from our house. A big tent had been erected. Knowing the neighborhood, we didn't expect much.!!BONANZA. At least 60% was stitching stuff. The price was 50cents each item( per package). It turned out that this was a lady who bought from my LNS ( it had the labels on much of it). She would buy the chart, then purchase the fabric and all the required flosses!! I found a canvas with $112 on it's original purchase price.. I think I taught the guys selling quite a bit. 50 cents EACH!!! DH was so bad, he had the guy drag more stuff out of the trailer. In the end I spent about $30...for over $1000 of stuff. One chart had the fabric, silks, etc for a total of $30, I paid 50 cents Needless to say I talked to the sellers, and also to my LNS, and I hope they find an equitable price. I now know what stretcher bars are, because Miss Billie put all her stuff on them. I picked up a bunch of unused ones too. I feel that I have helped both parties; Caroline who sold the stuff initially ( she said Ms Billie was her best-buying customer) and also the family of Billie. She is in a Memory place, so doesn't know up from down. I am scared that Jim will have a 25cent sale when I die. This was a lesson to him. There was a gorgeous piece of redwork, framed beautifully for $2. The lady running the thing had no concept of the value, but did withdraw it for a family member. I feel a bit guilty about profiting from the old lady....but on the other hand, I have helped them find other buyers, such as my LNS and Ebay. Gill Why can't I be so lucky. It sounds like a perfect day for you. |
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I found MECCA today, Long, but on topic.
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I found MECCA today, Long, but on topic.
Well, if you have TOO much - I bet I know a home for some of it . . .
Great find and what a haul! linda |
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I found MECCA today, Long, but on topic.
I have luck like this at the local Value Village, for those that don't have
one it is like a salvation army store, dollar store, and estate sale combined except on a commercial format unlike of salvation shop's not-for-profit and also has new retails items. They also give profits to various groups, while other keeps most for their own help groups. I have gone in and done same in store, finding things from books; magazines; individual charts; loose floss; kits; hoops; stretcher bars; and cross stitch supplies including storage cases. For the books section, I have spent only $10-20 for up to $2000 retail, normal pricing is 49 cents to $3.99 with a buy 3-4 items and get next free. Individual charts are sold at 49-99 cents each, while book charts are sold at $1.99-3.99 each. The kits, $20 for $750-1000 retail . Also the supplies and stuff, $20-30 for $1500-2500 retail where they do mixed bags stuffed with the selection. Best shopping day cost me was around $85, while checking after at home using the item's old retail price gave up a total of over $3500, and a lot are still sold but with new higher retails. Books are the main reason for shopping here, cause being on pension doesn't allow to buy very many new ones at $50-100 each every 2-4 weeks. "lucille" wrote in message ... "Gillian Murray" wrote in message ... This morning DH and I wandered, a bit late, to a local neighborhood, who had their annual yard sale. I found a few cheap charts at a dine each, and Jim found some electronic goobahs. Oh, yes, I forgot. I found a Cuisinart ice-cream maker for $10. The lady swore it worked great with Splenda, so we will see. NOW..the ultimate sale. On the way home, we passed an estate sale sign, about a mile from our house. A big tent had been erected. Knowing the neighborhood, we didn't expect much.!!BONANZA. At least 60% was stitching stuff. The price was 50cents each item( per package). It turned out that this was a lady who bought from my LNS ( it had the labels on much of it). She would buy the chart, then purchase the fabric and all the required flosses!! I found a canvas with $112 on it's original purchase price.. I think I taught the guys selling quite a bit. 50 cents EACH!!! DH was so bad, he had the guy drag more stuff out of the trailer. In the end I spent about $30...for over $1000 of stuff. One chart had the fabric, silks, etc for a total of $30, I paid 50 cents Needless to say I talked to the sellers, and also to my LNS, and I hope they find an equitable price. I now know what stretcher bars are, because Miss Billie put all her stuff on them. I picked up a bunch of unused ones too. I feel that I have helped both parties; Caroline who sold the stuff initially ( she said Ms Billie was her best-buying customer) and also the family of Billie. She is in a Memory place, so doesn't know up from down. I am scared that Jim will have a 25cent sale when I die. This was a lesson to him. There was a gorgeous piece of redwork, framed beautifully for $2. The lady running the thing had no concept of the value, but did withdraw it for a family member. I feel a bit guilty about profiting from the old lady....but on the other hand, I have helped them find other buyers, such as my LNS and Ebay. Gill Why can't I be so lucky. It sounds like a perfect day for you. |
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