Oakleigh Opping

These were my finds on a trip the op shop in Station Street, Oakleigh in December. Above is a photograph album, $3. On my next visit, I may mention that masking tape does not make a great substitute for sticky labels - despite my best efforts the tape pulled off a chunk of the cover and made an unsightly mark. Sigh.

A set of gouache paints from China, barely used, $5. I'd say maybe three of the tubes have been opened. Gouache makes lovely colours :)

And lastly, a batik square from the 50 cent box. I'm not sure if it's a very small tablecloth or a scarf, but its intended purpose in my hands is fabric yardage - it will be part of a tunic top, I think.

I've just been to St Vinnies in Maribynong Rd, Ascot Vale and saw a vintage, full length, long sleeved, shirt waist dress with pointy 70's collar in a lovely floral georgette about size 10-12. Looks Australian made by the tag. If I wasn't so fat I'd have snagged it then and there and got so excited I forgot to check the price but it's unlikely to be outrageous. The lovely ladies discounted a few of my other purchases. There's also a solid wood round topped occasional table in the Arts and Crafts style for $30 - very well made this one.
Brucie

Tea Cosie Christmas

Some of my favourite op shops are already closed for the Christmas break, but the Salvos were still open as of yesterday. I dropped by my favourite Salvos on High Street in Ashburton and found a collection of tea cosies retailing at $2-3 each:

I didn't buy them, so they're probably still there if anyone's looking for a last minute present.

Thrift trip.

I went op shopping a few weeks ago at St Vinnies in Altona. I found a great selection of clothing which I will someday wear/alter. Otherwise, they will end up on Ebay or Etsy. Here are a few of my recent purchases.

The cream number is my fave!


Goodnight!

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Op Shop Closure

Unfortunately, the Fairfield SPACE / St Paul's op shop has closed.  It's the one in the church building on Station Street in Fairfield.  Thanks for everyone who has supported the shop over the years.

best furniture op-shops?

Helloo,
I was wondering which are the best op-shops for second hand furniture? I have been a keen op-shopper for years but have been more into clothes and pretty things (rather than practical things like table & chairs).
Advice from veteran op-shoppers would be much appreciated!
Cheers,
Lauren

Funky finds: old telephone and dressing table stool

Visited the Salvos (High Street, Ashburton) again today and found a dressing table stool in good nick for $10. The phone I found for $4 at Kindilan op shop (Mont Albert) a few months back now lives on top of it. :)