Finds of the Day!

Today I hit up one of my all time favorite thrift spots! A little store in my hometown of Hartwell, Ga called Haven of Rest. I am always sure to find great things for even better prices! Plus the staff there is top notch! Haven of Rest is a nonprofit organization here in Northeast Georgia that provides food, clothing, shelter, and financial assistance to women in need. I try to always remember thrift store when beginning my day of hunting vintage goods, not only for the price value but also for the cause they support. It is a great feeling knowing that you are helping those in need all while finding awesome treasures! 

Just in one visit I found several awesome vintage goods for super low prices. When I am out and about searching for the next project, decor piece, etc I always try to keep in mind, "how many purposes can this item serve?" I am all for getting cute things just to serve the purpose of decorating but it is always so much fun to me to be able have one thing that can be multipurposed! 

 One of the first sections I go to at a thrift store is the glassware! Glassware can be a statement piece in any collections all while being useful in our everyday life. Also, instead of paying outrageous prices are big box stores you can get a set of awesome vintage drinking glasses that are unique, cute, and a great value! I recently tried my hand at glass painting. I used Martha Stewart glass paint, stencils, and brushes. They turned out great! It was so much fun adding my touch to vintage drinking glasses. Plus I got a about 20 or so vintage drinking glasses for around $5. Here are a few of my creations: 

Other great finds can range anywhere from glassware to vintage lighting! 

Hello! $5 a piece and the wiring was in great condition! I do believe I will be returning to buy a few of these lanterns. Also, if you don't want to use them as actual light fixtures repurpose them as candle holders or a simple design element to your mantle! 

I am 110% a vintage barware junkie. Go figure. A set of these awesome high ball glasses for $4?! These glasses are sure to spark conversation the next time your friends or family join you for that much needed cocktail hour(s). 

Oh hi there, cute vintage serving tray! I love love love this tray. At a price of $10 it can make any coffee table a focal point of the room. And if you have my current obsession, rig it up as wall art! I am a sucker for wall groupings of vintage trays. 

Well my little thrifty friends, these were my finds of the day! I hope you enjoyed them and were able to find some inspiration! And always remember that most thrift stores WILL price haggle with you! To me it adds a fun elements to junking! Plus I've gotten out with some even better deals because of it! 

Until next time, 

The Old Soul 

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Cracked and Weathered

Hi everyone! 

So, one of my absolute favorite thrifty finds are vintage pottery. There is Hull, McCoy, and tons more! My personal favorite is McCoy pottery (www.mccoypottery.com). McCoy is a brand of pottery that was produced in the United States in the late 19th and 20th centuries. 

There are so many types of McCoy ranging from plain white to decorative cookie jars. McCoy may be a bit difficult to find at a thrift store, as most people know it's worth. But I have always lucked out on great deals at antique stores. I find it funny that growing up I always turned my nose up to the "ugly" pottery that would always adorn the shelves of my great grandmothers home. Had I known then what I know now of my obsession I would have snatched it all up! One of the great things about vintage pottery is the versatility of it. You can use it for anything from a pencil holder on your desk to planting succulents in them. I have noticed(and am guilty of) the trend of using vintage McCoy as a succulent planter. Pictures would be immediately posted of my McCoy succulent gardens if it was the dead of winter and my poor succulents have not yet come back. 

I love how vintage pottery can be a staple in any design scheme. Whether they stand alone or in groupings they always draw the eye. They come in a variety of colors, shapes, and designs so feel free to spice up any room with a one! 

Happy Thrifting! 

Welcome Junkers!

Hi, my name is Daniel Hix. I am a southerner through and through. In this blog I will show you all the tricks of the trade in all things old, vintage, and thrifty! Giving daily tips on how to spice up your decor with vintage finds from junkyards, antique stores, and thrift stores! I have a passion for "old" things that are still to this day fully functional and cute of course. I want to show you how functional doesn't always have to be ordinary. The name of my blog is The Old Soul simply because I feel as though I have been tossed out of a different era. So stick with me as I design on a dime! I won't disappoint! Have a great day!