Of course, since then, things have changed (does anyone else find that you can only find things at the op shop when you're not looking for them?) ...
From bottom to top - the orange one came as a full single bed set, and reminds me of wallpaper when spread out (funnily, after removing wallpaper from much of our home a few years ago, I quite like the stuff now!) - it will probably get use as a sheet set!The yellow flowered flannelette is rather worn, but also pretty snuggly - and also came with pillow case.
I really like the next yellow flowered sheet in small chunks, but it's a bit much when spread out, so I'm a bit more confident about cutting this one up - especially after seeing how Beck's used the exact same fabric - what a beautiful bunny!
Finally, I wasn't sure about the blue faux japanese print sheet (which came with a coordinating "fitted" sheet that has lost all its elastic, and 2 pillowcases) - it's 50/50 polyester / cotton and doesn't feel as nice to touch, and not exactly vintage, but it's growing on me...
At least I have some consolation sheets to tide me over when enviously admiring everyone's swaps....
Pop over to Sophie's for more finds.
yep! i know that feeling (and also abundantly finding what you're contemplating too, way after you were actually looking - or that's perhaps the same as what you've just said?) :)))
ReplyDeleteI've only just cottoned onto vintage sheets! They're fabulous, aren't they? I'm cutting my first one now! So many things can come from it.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know about the Swap idea ... that's a wonderful way of getting your hands on some more.
Can't wait to see what you make ... I need some inspiration.
I've never really known how to make the best from Fat Quarters!
They are very handy things, sheets like that! They all look great.
ReplyDeleteI mainly use them for lining purses, but have made a cushion out of several different sheets.
That swap is a great idea.
You'll be prepared for next time!!
these are so beautiful! i have started my own 100 day challenge to wear op shop clothes for the next 100 days
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Totally agree - when you are looking for something from the oppies you can never find anything, then just when you stop looking you find it! Love your sheets!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous finds! I have a whole list of things I'm on the hunt for in no particular order and I always seem to find something off the list! Maybe be greedy like me and make a bigger wish list :) Hope you have a spectacular week :)
ReplyDeletemy list more than not goes uncrossed but i do occasionally find something that i just didnt know i so needed until that time : ) those sheets are gorgeous, must start rifling through the sheets a bit more if this is the outcome! : )
ReplyDeleteNice finds! I think I left it too late for the vintage sheet swap unfortunately! I was signed up but missed the date. Boo hoo. Silly me. Hope you have a happy week xo
ReplyDeleteit's so hard to find anything when you're looking for it. i know exactly what you mean.
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Lovely sheets. Lucky you!
ReplyDeleteGreat finds! What a shame you missed the swap deadline. I didn't join up as I was using mine quicker than I was finding them but of course I just came accross a couple of ace ones at the oppy last week.
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