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More Wannabuts

Yes, I'm at it again -- bidding on thrifted things that I want but only for the minimum bid, like this 9 lb. yarn bundle. There are five different skeins in it that are colors or weights I need for specific projects. Can I get it for $10.00?

Although I have plenty of purses now, I don't have a blue one to go with a certain outfit. This Vera Bradley purse would be perfect if I could get it for ten bucks. Did I?

I could not resist bidding on this lavender double wedding ring quilt. It's fifty years old, seemingly all hand stitched and just gorgeous. I would love to add it to my collection, but only if I can get it for the price I'm willing to pay. Honestly, I'm not expecting to win this one.

Stay tuned to the blog to see the results of these three auctions.

Image credit: all of the images in this post came from the original auction listings at ShopGoodwill.com.

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