Monday, September 22, 2014

Thrifting finds #68: A Quickie

<Hushed Voice>
Hey, kids.  I started my new job this morning (long story, I'll tell it if anyone wants to hear), and while I'm waiting for someone to come by and give me my login so I can do some actual work, I thought I'd throw out a quick post.

So I only found one thing, well a pair, really, but it's (they're) kind of nifty.  I actually spotted them last week, but I was too lazy to go out to the car and get the tape measure. They were still there yesterday, so I took it as a sign.  I remembered to take the tape measure in with me this time.

There are actually two of them
MCM end tables!  I already have a pair, but I'm not completely happy with them.  Then when I saw these, well, I hemmed and hawed for a week, but eventually went back for them.  They're quite sturdy and have Formica tops, which is good in our House of Clutzes.  Plus, they fit!  Goodwill, $10.00 each.

And that's it, kids.  Hopefully, next week's post will be somewhat longer but for now, I need to at least look like I'm working.

12 comments:

  1. New job?? Of COURSE we want to hear!

    And good score on the tables.

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    1. Here's the condensed version: I worked for the library for 30 years. The county is taking over my department. I retired from the library (technically not until October 1) and am now doing some of the same things I used to do but for a different agency. Confused? So am I.

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  2. I need new end tables! You are super lucky to have found those. They look to be in perfect condition.

    Hope you are liking your new job~

    Erica

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    1. They really are in perfect condition--even all the little nylon glides are still on the legs.
      Thanks for the good wishes--only my second day, so things are still up in the air..

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  3. Great tables! Hope you enjoy the new job. Thanks for linking up at Vintage Bliss Tuesdays. Have a great week! Jo

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    1. Thanks for letting me link! Enjoy your week as well!

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  4. What do you put an end table on the end of? Hope the new job shapes up the way you want it to xxx

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    1. Why, on the end of my MC-inspired sofa, of course: http://retrorenovation.com/2011/08/15/update-28-places-to-shop-for-an-affordable-midcentury-modern-style-sofa-or-couch/
      It's the Corona from Macys. P.S. I'm the reader who suggested getting a charge card to get the extra 15% off :)

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  5. You wrote a post in the Library while at work!?! I will not tell. I will tell you I am beginning to love these mid-century tables again in their natural state. You were lucky to find them.

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    1. Of course I did it at work--do you think I do this at HOME?
      LOL!
      The Goodwill actually had the matching coffee table, but it's round and I need rectangular with a drawer.

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  6. Nice score! I can't believe those tables lasted for a week.

    I hope you enjoy your new job!

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    1. I kind of can't either. The fact that they were there the second week was A Sign that they were meant for me!

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