Thrifty Things Friday #82

Hi everyone!

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Before I go any further, let me apologize for not visiting everyone last week. this has been a crazy week for us. We have a huge 4 day weekend coming up starting tomorrow just packed with markets, craft shows and a few other things. Troy and I are going to be doing seperate shows this weekend so we have had to double up on our product and we are introducing a few new items. Once this weekend is over, I plan to catch up with everyone.

I am sure that a lot of you are like me, we love to thrift decorating books. I am always scanning the shelves of books at the thrift stores or yard sales. I find some wonderful books that way.

Once in awhile you spot one and it just intrigues you. And that was this book.

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Yup, you read that right. A big glossy book of Elton John’s homes and gardens! Let’s look inside…..

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He “walks” the reader through his different homes and gardens.

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He talks about the different color schemes of each room.

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And where he has found is different treasures.

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Flowers play a huge part in his designing.

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I love these kinds of books. Just enjoying them with a cup of tea. It’s a “cheap”  thrifty way to escape for a few hours. The book was .98 cents at a thrift store.

 

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Now I am excited to see what thriftiness you enjoyed this week!

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15 comments :

  1. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLROctober 25, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    Diann, thanks so much for hosting! Have a great weekend!

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  2. LaurieOctober 25, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    Hi Diann, thank you for hosting each and every week!

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  3. Athena at Minervas GardenOctober 25, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    I loved the pictures from the Elton John book, and what a great idea to look for decorating books while out thrifting. I'm going to try that, too! Thank you for hosting the party for us today, Diann.

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  4. BabsOctober 25, 2012 at 5:23 PM

    Beautiful photos from the book and I'll bet his homes are gorgeous. Great find and what a great price! Thanks for sharing and hosting.
    Babs

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  5. Debbie@Debbie-Dabble and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasOctober 25, 2012 at 6:14 PM

    Diann,
    Lovely book with wonderful photos!!

    Thanks so much for hosting!!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  6. MarigeneOctober 25, 2012 at 6:23 PM

    Hope you do well this weekend, Diann!
    The book looks interesting.

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  7. VictoriaOctober 25, 2012 at 9:35 PM

    Beautiful post..such a gorgeous book of enchanting photos..such treasures! I have missed visiting your realm..Hope all is shining bright!
    Wishing you a beautiful day!
    Victoria

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  8. Curtains in My TreeOctober 26, 2012 at 9:11 AM

    I just love books like that to look at However never find them at any thrift store around here local

    Nice to join in today

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  9. JeanneOctober 26, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    I have just posted my Flower Fantasy! Lol...but seriously, that looks like a wonderful book, I'll be looking for a copy. Thanks for hosting the party! Hope you drop in for a visit!

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  10. KatheOctober 26, 2012 at 7:51 PM

    What an inspirational book Diann! Have a great weekend and thanks so much for hosting :-)

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  11. Cap CreationsOctober 27, 2012 at 12:54 AM

    I love finding books I like on the thrift and that's hard for me cause I'm not much of a reader. I did pick up a pretty great Christmas one recently though! Thanks so much for hosting.

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  12. Katherine WolakOctober 27, 2012 at 3:05 AM

    I totally agree, books like that are fabulous and provide great decor ideas! :)

    Hugs,

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  13. Denise @ secondtimearoundfindsOctober 27, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    Loved the book you shared. Great price too. Thank you for hosting Diann.
    Denise

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  14. Joy@aVintageGreenOctober 27, 2012 at 5:11 PM

    Hi Diann, the photos were so good I thought they were posts until I re-read your post. Thanks for hosting and sharing such a great thrifted find.
    Joy

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  15. LisaOctober 29, 2012 at 9:05 AM

    That book would have intrigued me too! Very cool find. Thanks for hosting!

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Thank you for taking the time to comment! I love to hear your ideas. If you ask a question, I will answer it here in a comment back to you. Please check back! Thank you for visiting and have a wonderful day! Diann :)

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