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    Home » Junk Shopping » The Weekly Auction And Why I Should Sit On My Hands

    The Weekly Auction And Why I Should Sit On My Hands

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    A local weekly auction is back open and I guess I’m trying to make up for lost time. You know the Nashville Flea Market has been closed for months now and I miss the shopping. The auction is a poor substitute but it has it's good points.

    I bought a whole bunch of stuff again but at least I got to see it in person and bid live. That’s a lot more fun than looking at pictures on line and clicking a button to bid.

    things I bought at the auction

    We came home with a truck load of stuff. The auction is on Thursday night and we didn’t feel like unloading when we got home. I unloaded everything the next morning and took photos you guys could see everything and the prices I paid.

    kitchen scales

    The green kitchen scales were $7.50. I collect scales but these aren’t calling my name so they’re going to the booth. I’ll be selling just about everything. There are a few things I’m saving for future projects.

    handmade wood stool

    The handmade wood stool was too nice to pass up at $6.

    log cabin birdhouse

    The log house birdhouse is a bit different. I paid $7.50 for it and I took it to the booth. If it doesn’t sell soon I’ll bring it home and junk it up like the old weathered birdhouse from last month.

    box lot of stuff from the auction

    The box lot of stuff was my best deal and has my favorite buy of the night in it. I paid $2 for the box lot.

    The Weekly Auction And Why I Should Sit On My Hands

    The only reason I wanted the box was for the old clock body. The details are awesome and I have a plan for it.

    ornate wood clock case

    I just need to nail the base to the top. I’m thinking to make a jewelry hanger out of it. Hang the clock case on the wall after placing a few nails or cute hangy things on the inside for necklaces and bracelets. What do you guys think of that idea?

    box lot of junk

    The rest of the box went in the garbage.

    Avon perfume jars from the weekly auction

    The two pretty glass containers were $1 each. Do you see why this weekly auction is a favorite of mine. It's also very entertaining watching the going's on.

    drawer from old sewing machine

    I think the wood drawer was part of a sewing machine cabinet but I’m not sure. I paid $2 for it. It went to the booth but I may have a project in mind for it.

    Armour wood box

    The “Armour” wood box was $3.

    folding wood chair bought at the weekly auction

    The folding wood chair was cool. I haven’t seen one like it before. The price was $6.

    modern folding chair

    It’s very modern looking and is comfy too.

    wood crate marked Holland

    Not sure what was in the wood crate. Price was $7. I can see maybe putting hairpin legs on it and making a table?

    rusty bins on a wall hanging

    This old rusty thing was $2 and should be good for hanging in a guy shop somewhere. This auction is almost as good as visiting my favorite junk shop or flea market shopping.....just a different kind of good. 

    small wood and metal box from the auction

    A combination of wood and metal gets me every time. This box was also $3. I kept it and am thinking about stenciling the side and using the box for storage. Just not sure what stencil to use. Any suggestions for me?

    seed box

    This wood box is in perfect condition outside and cost $8.

    store seed box

    It has the original seed company paper inside.

    glass towel rods

    I bought the 3 glass towel rods for $1 each. I planned to keep them but they went to the booth too. I can see using the short one in a project…..maybe with the sewing machine drawer?

    old galvanized watering can

    The old galvanized watering can was $7.

    red Cosco kitchen stool

    I probably paid too much for the red Cosco kitchen stool. It’s really rusty and the red seat is a bit scarred up. I paid $7.50 for the stool.

    metal and wood box similar to a find from flea market shopping

    Another wood and metal box/drawer for $2.

    ornate frames for mirrors or photos

    I bought the 6 ornate frames (?) for $20. A bit pricey and I don’t have a clue what to do with them yet but I couldn’t pass them up. They are made of metal and I can leave them as is, paint them, use them as picture frames….to dress up furniture……add a mirror…….what else?

    That’s it. What did you see that you liked? I know you have a few project ideas for me. Please share, Kathy

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    Comments

    1. Cheri

      July 14, 2020 at 4:01 pm

      The “rusty thing” for a guy project is a conveyor belt for grain. I sealed mine and hung it on a tree and plant impatiens in it every spring.

      Reply
    2. Cecilia from Georgia

      July 14, 2020 at 8:38 am

      What cool treasures! I especially love the galvanized watering can and flower seed box. Cant wait to see what transformations you perform on everything!

      Reply
    3. Lydia H Goode

      July 13, 2020 at 10:59 pm

      Enjoy your blog. Great finds at the auction. Is the auction in Nashville?

      Reply
      • Lydia

        July 13, 2020 at 11:01 pm

        Enjoy your blog. Great finds at the auction. Is the auction in Nashville?

    4. Robin

      July 13, 2020 at 7:08 pm

      Awesome haul, great prices ♥️. I'm so jealous.

      Reply
    5. Gloria

      July 13, 2020 at 12:57 pm

      Oh, Kathy, i can't believe the rest of that box went in the garbage. I can understand you not having a use for the fabric stuff, but there are so many people that would. Instead of landfill, please reconsider donating these items to your local thrift shop.

      Reply
    6. Lizzy

      July 13, 2020 at 12:48 pm

      Great haul! I would have picked the same type of stuff.

      Reply
    7. Pat

      July 13, 2020 at 12:36 pm

      Loved the red Cosco step stool.my family had one just like it in green when I was growing up. Lots of great memories made on that stool.

      Can someone recommend a wood sealer to prevent wood from rotting so I can turn a box into a planter? TIA!

      Reply
    8. Lisa

      July 13, 2020 at 10:35 am

      Love it all!!!! They are all my faves so can’t choose just one? I’m like you, I love wood and metal boxes? Great auction...

      Reply
    9. Lori

      July 13, 2020 at 10:28 am

      Kathy, I loved your entire haul. I wish I was with you at the auction.

      Reply
    10. Lola Fields

      July 13, 2020 at 10:21 am

      I need to go to a good auction. I hate that Red River is online only now. Where is this one.

      Reply
    11. Barbara

      July 13, 2020 at 9:08 am

      Love that old kitchen stool! and the galvanized watering can. Those ornate pic frames might make a beautiful lantern/sconce! I love that metal box with the wood corners. Gorgeous!

      Reply
    12. Sharon

      July 13, 2020 at 8:14 am

      You got great deals!! I went to an estate auction a few weeks back. I was surprised and a bit shocked when a lady paid $30 each for a coal bucket and a watering can. I guess people were a bit stir crazy because the prices were really high. I didn't stay long. lol

      Reply
      • Kathy Owen

        July 13, 2020 at 8:21 am

        Yes, some auctions are like that. Disappointing.

    13. Bev W

      July 13, 2020 at 7:57 am

      What a haul! I love the watering can! And, I live near Holland, Michigan . Wondering if that crate was used for shipping tulip bulbs from Holland, Netherlands. We have a huge tulip festival here. Worth looking into!

      Reply
    14. Cathy

      July 13, 2020 at 7:45 am

      ***BE STILL MY HEART*** love all your treasures!

      Reply
    15. Nancy Sharp

      July 13, 2020 at 7:03 am

      Wow! I love it all especially the drawers. I’m sure you will make some terrific things out of them.

      Reply
    16. Cheryl Atkinson

      July 13, 2020 at 7:02 am

      Kathy, you got alot of really cool stuff. I have no idea what those ornate frames were for but they are really pretty. I love the step tool. I have always wanted one of thos vintage ones. Have fun painting and creating.

      Reply
    17. Kellie

      July 13, 2020 at 6:57 am

      I'm with Sandy! I think they look like register covers....how great! Now what to do with them!? Hmmm. ?
      Love all your finds. Always a good time at the auction.

      Reply
    18. Beverly

      July 13, 2020 at 6:34 am

      I'm lusting after the glass towel rods. I've been wanting one for my kitchen.

      Reply
    19. Sandy

      July 13, 2020 at 6:18 am

      Do you think the frames may be floor register that covers the duck work opening? They look like victorian

      Reply
    20. Dannie Narvaez

      July 13, 2020 at 6:08 am

      Great finds! I love the small wooden stool?makes me want to get creative with some stuff I have stored away. Stay inspired ?

      Reply
    21. Becky Fischer

      July 13, 2020 at 5:42 am

      I loved seeing what you bought and I can see why you go to the auction. They have great stuff. My favorite was the galvanized watering can.

      Reply

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