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This past weekend I went yardsaling.
I was supposed to be working. The calendar was full of ZOOM meetings and I sat down in my chair and pulled up my computer and looked out the window longingly at the sunshine.
And then I saw it.
Peeking out from behind the neighbors’ shrubbery.
A hand-lettered yard sale sign.
What? A yard sale? Two houses down the street? Should I log in for my meetings?
Or would I?
Could I?
Should I be late for the meetings and run over to the yard sale?
Ummm. Good thing I made the right decision.
Because it was THE BEST YARD SALE EVER. Wait until you see what I got.
Just between us?
You never know what you are going to find at a yard sale. For example, when I headed out on that bright, sunny day following the siren song of a handwritten yard sale sign, I had no idea I was going to find giant, distressed, gilded oversized frames.
There were actually two of them that were the same size, but they had different patterns. The frames measure 36″ x 24″ and they were…wait for it…
….only $5 each.
I bought the two frames, a smaller frame, another frame with a chalkboard in it and the prettiest wood tray with gilded fox handles all for $25. I told you I made the right decision—skipping a meeting for a yard sale.
But what’s a person to do with oversized gilded frames?
I had a couple of ideas–including hanging them on the wall with Christmas wreaths on velvet ribbons on them.
And then?
I looked at this wall.
Remember when we hung all these mirrors going up the staircase?
I always planned on going back and adding more mirrors, but then I was worried about layering mirrors on top of other mirrors going up the stairs. It seemed a little challenging.
But what if I layered those frames instead?
So now?
Simple Staircase Wall Ideas
The staircase looks like this.
I only added the three frames and I love the look.
They are lightweight and we hung them on longer nails so they would layer in perfectly.
The gilded edges of the frames layer perfectly with the existing mirrors.
Because the frames were so oversized, it was easy to layer over three or four other mirrors.
I just filled in the spaces with the frames.
Here’s another view of the staircase from this side.
You can see the frame at the top and at the bottom.
I need to add more—so of course—that means more yard sales.
Aren’t yard sales the best?
You never know what you are going to find.
Sometimes life hands you a gift. One minute you are facing a day full of ZOOMs and the next minute you are skipping down the yard sale with the sunlight dancing across a pair of vintage distressed gold frames.
The moral of this yard sale story?
If a yard sale sign calls your name…
….stop and introduce yourself. 🙂
PS Here are pictures of the fox tray for everyone asking. 🙂
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Amazing score and all for $25! Always listen to your inner yard sale voice!
How clever and attractive! I'd like to know how you "revived" the frames. Did you simply paint them......and with what paint? Or did you do a little rehabbing first? Love all your posts, always feel like I'm having a personal conversation with my McKinney friend!
Wow! Looks fabulous!
Oh my gosh, best decision ever! The wall looks wonderful with your new additions.
I love this idea and the frame is gorgeous!
This looks fantastic! I love the layered look! Just think of it this way....you saved on the time and gas driving around looking for yard sale signs, so that means these frames were even better....FREE! ;)
Clever idea! Would love to see the fox tray!
Ahhhhmazing, ka! Love those, and have always loved the layered look with frames, especially ornate ones surrounding mirrors! Seems you just step into “gold!” everywhere you go! What great finds those were ~ and sooo cheap! I’m sure your Zoom buddies forgave you for being a bit late after hearing *that* fun story …. ! I’ve been faithfully keeping up with you and your family, just haven’t commented lately. Still love you and all your “goings on” … always hoping someday I might run into you on/just off the Mc Square! Have a girls’ trip in mind when the temps are really lower/Fall-like! kj
Gorgeous!!! And I absolutely love the “moral” of this story. My family and friends are very much aware that I seldom hesitate to introduce myself. 😉
Score!! I hear them calling!!! xoxo
Very pretty. Did you paint them? I too would love to see this tray. Inquiring minds need to know and see.
Just added it to the end! Happy day! KariAnne
This post made me chuckle, too funny, I love the frames
Beautiful frames displayed in such an interesting way. Off the subject, I cannot find your directions on making the really cute trolls or tomtens you featured a few weeks ago, I just remember using a saran wrap roll to wind yarn around for the beard. They can be hung on trees or used as gift tags as they are small. Would you be so kind as to send me the directions again? Thanking you, Betty E
You made the right choice in going to the yard sale I mean seriously, two doors down? No brainer! 😄 What a great find all those lovely things for only $25! Such a creative use with the layering!
So pretty!
Such great finds. I love the frames. Hugs to you.
Layering always gives depth and interest. You really nailed this one for me. I am a More is More kind of gal anyway!
LOL! Literally! Hahahahahaha!
Those are beautiful and good decision. I love a great deal and your finds were the greatest! How many times have you had to stop and look at that wall?!
LOL! Every day when I walk down. :)
Love this!!! I can’t hardly pass up a good yard sale!!!
Yes the frames are pretty and look really pretty on the wall with the mirrors. But o my goodness I love the tray. Those fox are adorable.
It's SO CUTE in real life! I can't wait to put cookies and milk on it for Santa!
From one yard sale queen to another.. AWESOME FINDS!!! Debbie Hoskins Lancaster, Ky
Adorable frames and love fox tray too!
That tray is EVERYTHING!
Great finds! You made the right decision!
Love your finds...especially the fox tray.
Oh my goodness! What treasures! I have never been lucky enough to find those type of beautiful items! Maybe I need you as my shopper! You are simply amazing Karrianne! I wish I had you as my neighbor. We could yard sale and craft all the time! Your home as usual is beautiful! Blessings to you! XFebbie
KariAnne, You have such a talent. I may have to work on mine next spring. I'm going to share a link on Sunday!
Anyone who has followed you for a hot minute KNOWS that KariAnne + yard sale = Beautiful Decor Ideas! I am also a sucker for those types of frames :)
KarieAnn!!! What great tasted and. Neatest ideas on here. I have NO IMAGINATION or fashion ideas..soon THANYOU!!
I totally agree