dining room hutch

another obsession of mine is dishes......i love collecting seasonal pieces that i can display throughout the year.  i had been on the hunt for a small hutch and was so happy when i found this piece.  it was an off white color when i bought it – so i livened it up with some green paint.  i really like the chicken wire on the door and the size was perfect for our house.  

this will be a new painting project soon as some of the knots are coming through the paint......now to pick the new color!  another craigslist find - $75!

another craigslist find

this is absolutely one of my favorite pieces!  it is so unique and has all the fun details that I love – from the sliding beveled glass doors to the details on the top and bottom of the piece. 

this was one of my more expensive purchases at $200, however it’s a super sturdy piece and would go for at least 5 times that price if i bought it new.  craigslist find :)

i love craigslist :)

one of the best ways to find furniture for your home is by searching on craigslist. 

we have found so many AMAZING deals!  a couple of tips – be patient – don’t settle and don’t be afraid to bargain.  i personally hate bartering – when i go to the flea market – i usually have one of my friends do the work for me since i’m too embarrassed to offer less than the asking price.  craigslist however is different, by being able to email your offer, it takes the awkwardness (not sure if that’s a word) out of the deal :) 

here's one of my favorite finds:

loved the details on this dresser – the ribbed drawers and the feet.  it is still in need of some work, the top is raised slightly from the base, however i love the feel it brings to our bedroom.  another bonus.....it came painted in a creamy white - so we left it as is and didn't have to do anything to it.