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Young House Love » Road Trips & Travel » OBX Thrifting

| By Sherry Petersik | July 7, 2011 | 246 Comments

OBX Thrifting

For those not in the know (like me five years ago), OBX = The Outer Banks. Which is actually where John first took me for our one year anniversary of dating. Cue the collective aw. Anyway, now that we divulged some details of our recent Outer Banks trip this morning, we wanted to share all of the house-related stuff that we found while we were there. One of our favorite things to do when we travel is search for thrift stores, so I just did a quick hunt for “thrift” on my iPhone and it led us to Hotline Thrift (in Kitty Hawk – it’s a big pink store, you can’t miss it).

Which is where we found these two chunky pedestal bases for $40 (for both) along with a big tabletop. Not a bad deal if you grabbed them both and made two pedestal tables out of them (like we did way back when for our old sunroom). Of course you could paint them any color you’d like after adding one of those $40 ready-made 36″ tabletops from Lowe’s (like glossy white, moody gray, happy yellow, chippy turquoise, etc). Each table would probably factor out to around $65 when it’s all said and done (read more on a project like this here).

BeachShop HLP Pedestals 40

This cute desk lamp was just $4, and could totally look like something straight out of Pottery Barn if you spray painted it bright red, dark charcoal gray, or even something fun like lime green.

BeachShop HLP Desk Lamp 4

This Paris map was awesome. And we totally would have bought it if it wasn’t $200 (!!!). I guess the folks at this thrift store smartly googled it and learned it was worth a ton of money. It really was amazing.

BeachShop HLP Paris Map 200

Then I laid eyes on this relic from the past. Yes it is an Alf tray, and yes it was only $4. How did I ever leave the store without it – even if just as a gag gift for my brother. “Let’s do lunch! How about yours?” Oh Alf, you slay me.

BeachShop HLP Alf Tray 6

Then there was this furry lamp. It looked like it was all stinky and musty… not that I leaned in to confirm. It’s so funny to realize that there was a moment in time that this was in fact considered stylish. Crazytown.

BeachShop HLP Furry Lamp

Then we found our way over to Hotline Thirft Too, which is basically their sister store in Nags Head, where we found this cute $4 fish tin (once again I can picture it spray painted for a fun modern take – maybe in bright turquoise or poppy orange and hung above the window of a kitchen sink). I think I have a spray paint problem. Sort of along the same lines as my pillow problem. Can’t. Stop.

BeachShop HLP2 FishTin 4

Next we have the piece de resitance. An item so mystifying that you can’t help but scratch your head and giggle simultaneously. Ladies (and gentlemen?) I present to you, the oversized hairy nutcracker bear. He was literally over two feet tall. Have you ever seen anything like it? I just stood there transfixed – trying to make sense of the whole thing. In the end I couldn’t. What could this possibly mean?

BeachShop HLP2 Hairy Nutcra

While in Nag’s Head we also had some fun at Meme’s Antique Mall. The first thing to catch my eye were these awesome teal and red glasses (I’ve loved that color combo since the days of Domino magazine). They were $16 for the set (there were around 10 in the set) so definitely not bad.

BeachShop AM EagleCup 16set

Clara loved this cute $25 kissing giraffe art + frame (two words that she knows are “kiss” and “giraffe” – the latter of which cutely comes out as: “gee!”).

BeachShop AM Giraffes 25

This industrial white stool was $29. Could be fun in a sleek bathroom pulled up to a clean-lined vanity for putting on the ol’ face every morning.

BeachShop AM Stool 29

This old troll gal was $25, which made me want to drop to the floor holding my face. Why? I owned approximately 100 of them as a nine year old. And at $25 a pop, my collection would have earned me $2,500 if my mom hadn’t donated them over a decade ago. Who knew those would be worth something someday? Clearly not me.

BeachShop AM Troll 25

This whale weathervane was a whopping $295, but it did make me wonder if someone could DIY one with an old piece of wood and a jigsaw (they could then attach it to a cheaper weather vane base).

BeachShop AM Whale 295

This next store isn’t exactly a thrift store, but it was next door to one, so I ducked in. It was called Daniel’s Homeport in Kitty Hawk, and although nothing was as cheap as most thrift store finds (except for that $200 map!) there was some cool stuff.

Like this painterly flower guy ($62 with frame):

BeachShop DHP FlowerArt 62

And this cool geometric picture frame ($40), which I definitely think could be DIYed with a stencil – or even freehanded if you’re fancy.

BeachShop DHP BigFrame 40

This honeycomb wine rack totally had me at hello (you know we have a thing for bees). At $40 we didn’t grab it, but I still remember it fondly.

BeachShop DHP Honeycomb 40

This cool octagonal mirror was also something I thought could be homemade (hardware store wood and trim mitered and secured over a larger round mirror could recreate the look). So rustic and charming.

BeachShop DHP OctoganMirror

I know I’m weird, but I thought this octopus pillow ($37) was the bomb diggety. And yes, I’m cool enough to use that term, circa 1995.

BeachShop DHP OctoPillow 37

I was also in love with these hook & loop pillows ($50 each) thanks to their bold designs and fun subjects. A little too spendy for a cheap girl like me though. Even with my pillow problem. But I could see them in someone’s hip LA crash pad- like, I dunno… Selena Gomez?

BeachShop DHP PinkPillows 50

We also ducked into Kellogg Supply Company (right near our rental house) and spied this hilarious version of Monopoly. Burger was chuffed.

BeachShop Chihuahuaopoly

Amazingly enough, we left empty handed (well, we did grab a post card to send to ourselves, per our tradition). And my ten year old niece Olivia and I got $2 friendship bracelets. BFFs for life, yo.

  Friendship Bracelet

Do you like to go house shopping on vacation? Is there ever room for anything in the car anyway (ours was pretty packed)? Did you also have dozens of troll dolls as a tween? Did you name them all and line them up in the window so their hair got faded on one side? Yeah, me neither.

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Comments

  1. Avatar for ShawnaShawna says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    I had tons of those troll dolls as well. Sadly mine were donated as well :( Brings back some fond childhood memories though.

    Reply
  2. Avatar for Julia @ Chris loves JuliaJulia @ Chris loves Julia says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:27 pm

    We used to vacation to the Outer Banks every summer when I was growing up. Fond memories. Unfortunately, I wasn’t concerned about my distant future home because I would have hit up those antique shops in a snap…although, I wonder what they looked like in the early 90s. EEEeee.

    Side note: I always envied the cars with the OBX bumper stickers. Totally the cool kids, IMO.

    Chris Loves Julia

    Reply
    • Avatar for ChristineChristine says

      July 7, 2011 at 4:01 pm

      I have an OBX license plate on the front of my car!

  3. Avatar for LindsayLindsay says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:27 pm

    I had a ton of trolls, too. hahaha I have no idea if they are still around at my parents’ house or not! I should definitely check!

    Reply
  4. Avatar for Amanda @ Our Humble A{Bowe}dAmanda @ Our Humble A{Bowe}d says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:28 pm

    I had trolls, Beanie Babies and Polly Pockets. Yep, that cool. Oh, my hubs and I had a discussion about Pogs recently, too. Remember those? I love the hook and loop pillows. Sort of JA, no? And the wine rack is cool. Though, we drink cardboardeaux, (boxed wine) so we’re not fancy enough to use a wine rack.

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 2:36 pm

      Pogs!!! Loved those!

      xo,
      s

  5. Avatar for AprilApril says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    That bear may be the craziest thing I’ve ever seen!

    Reply
  6. Avatar for Witty WifeWitty Wife says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:32 pm

    God, I miss OBX! I used to go Avon every spring…

    Reply
  7. Avatar for AlyssaAlyssa says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    Fun Finds!!! Happy Anniversary:)

    Reply
  8. Avatar for HeidiHeidi says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    Dude. That hairy nutcracker is straight-up GROSS.

    I love it when you post all the wacky finds in your travels!

    Reply
  9. Avatar for Maggie RoseMaggie Rose says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    I’d take that little brass table lamp as-is. Brass is back! Not shiny polished brass… that nice brass with a time-worn patina. Drool. Put the spray paint down, Miss Sherry!

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 2:35 pm

      Haha true. I can’t help myself.

      xo,
      s

    • Avatar for LizLiz says

      July 12, 2011 at 11:00 pm

      Speaking of brass, anyone have any ideas/inspiration on decorating with (or overcoming) brass? We have a bathroom with a bunch of brand spanking new fixtures — only problem is, they’re partially a shiny brass. I would love to not waste these fixtures.

    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 12, 2011 at 11:33 pm

      Maybe try some of that rub on refinishing stuff that will make it look more antiqued or oil-rubbed? You don’t even have to uninstall the fixtures! Maybe ask about it at your home improvement center? Good luck!

      xo
      s

  10. Avatar for JoyJoy says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    Best way to shop – digital.
    – Joy

    Reply
  11. Avatar for BrittanyBrittany says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    Smitten with the octopus pillows

    Reply
  12. Avatar for EmilyEmily says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    Thanks! We are making our first trip to OBX in August. I went in 4th grade but the hubs has never been. Now we know where to go! (I still want to make it to Rehoboth sometime and go to your recommended spots there, too!) Definitely had lots of troll dolls, but my mom still has them tucked away. Also she still has my American girl doll, which I can’t believe is still in existence!? Popped in the American Girl doll store at Tysons the other day. Crazy more stuff than the old days of the mere catalog. Thanks again for the daily read, I always look forward to a dose of YHL!

    Reply
    • Avatar for Rebecca @This Nest is BestRebecca @This Nest is Best says

      July 7, 2011 at 9:17 pm

      We just came back from OBX a few weeks ago – make sure you hit up Village Conery for ice cream and Top Dog for burgers! Have a great time!

  13. Avatar for amyamy says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    We have a house in Nags Head and LOVE Hotline! Best place to shop for “not so ordinary” things! Daniels is my favorite- my whole house is from Daniels!! Glad ya’ll had a great time!!

    Reply
  14. Avatar for ElizabethAnnElizabethAnn says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    You didn’t happen to spy really expensive Beanie Babies did you? I have a TON of those in a Rubbermaid bin somewhere. Why or why did I buy them??!!

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:21 pm

      Haha, didn’t see any of those…

      xo,
      s

    • Avatar for LizLiz says

      July 7, 2011 at 6:47 pm

      I had tons of beanie babies! I thought they were the greatest investment when I was young. I really thought they’d be worth something.. then again I was only 11 so what did I know!

  15. Avatar for LauraLaura says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    So, the $25 troll doll made me curious…

    http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-DAM-DENMARK-TROLL-DOLLS-LOT-9-1960s-/110663364418?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item19c40cef42

    What in the world!?

    I love OBX. Next time you go, you should go to the OBX Brewing Station – they have this fantastic lemongrass beer (seasonal) and it’s brewed using a windmill! :D

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 2:39 pm

      Insanity!!

      xo,
      s

  16. Avatar for ashleyashley says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:37 pm

    I do get the free real estate books at the grocery while on vacation and go through them just for fun! And I only had a couple of troll dolls but totally the few I had. =)I grew up in a gym thanks to my dad being a coach and there for a while, ppl would bring the small ones to games for good luck nonsense and all. It was funny!

    Reply
  17. Avatar for JenniferJennifer says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    I had many troll dolls, but my favorite was a Chippendales one who I named “Jean Luc”. I was so sophisticated!

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:32 pm

      Oh yeah, he was fancy. So refined with that wild hair. Haha.

      xo,
      s

  18. Avatar for Robin @ our semi organic lifeRobin @ our semi organic life says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    nope, definitely never did that same thing with my troll dolls.. eak. maybe yes. And the sending a postcard to yourself does seem much cooler than sending them to family/friends – they’ll most likely throw them out but then you can’t save the memory. We may have to start doing that!

    Reply
  19. Avatar for CristyCristy says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    Not sure if I should admit this or not, but my sister and I totally had those Alf TV trays. They served us ramen & sprite on many sick days…. oh the memories!

    Reply
  20. Avatar for Andrea @ DwellRepurposedAndrea @ DwellRepurposed says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:42 pm

    I think a DIY octogon mirror is on my to-do list now!! Lovely!

    Reply
  21. Avatar for LMNLMN says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:42 pm

    Your self-control is ridiculous. I never would have left Alf there. Nor would I put it in my house, but that’s beside the point. Hilarious :-)

    Reply
  22. Avatar for Krysta @ Domestic for DummiesKrysta @ Domestic for Dummies says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:42 pm

    $25 for trolls! I could be rich right now! Wonder how much my tamagotchi would go for?

    Reply
    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:31 pm

      A million dollars! Just guessing though.

      xo,
      s

    • Avatar for AmandaAmanda says

      July 8, 2011 at 10:00 am

      Speaking of Tamagotchi’s. I heard on the news yesterday that you can get an iPhone app of Tamagotchi’s. It was actually kind of funny because the guy on the radio was like “when I was a kid, these were banned from my school. … now they ban cell phones”

    • Avatar for AmandaAmanda says

      July 8, 2011 at 10:00 am

      And by news … I mean radio.

    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 8, 2011 at 10:01 am

      Too funny!

      xo,
      s

  23. Avatar for RachelRachel says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:42 pm

    Who knew the trolls would be so valuable? I had them too (and beanie babies and pogs).

    Did you guys check out any of the sand dunes? That was my favorite thing the one time I went to OBX as a kid.

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:30 pm

      Sadly we didn’t this time, but we have in the past. So much fun!

      xo,
      s

  24. Avatar for Kristin @ OgoKristin @ Ogo's Love Nest says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    Oo the geometric picture frame is definitely a DIY I would love to do. And I have the perfect unfished picture frame (from Ben Franklin) that I can use. Thanks for the idea!

    We always pop into thrift stores and Goodwills when we’re on road trips / vacations. :)

    Reply
  25. Avatar for MeredithMeredith says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    what about all the ceramic owls behind the white stool?! They look like they’re screaming to be painted a fun color:)

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:28 pm

      Oh yeah those were cool! Their owl collection was extensive.

      xo,
      s

  26. Avatar for gemma@thesweetestdigs[email protected] says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:45 pm

    Oooh love that honeycomb wine rack. Totally would’ve walked out with that one!

    Sounds like you guys had a great trip! :)

    Reply
  27. Avatar for AlisonAlison says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:46 pm

    Oh man, so many good (and weird finds)! I am pretty sure I have the chairs the octopus pillows are sitting on, it is the exact same stripey fabric. Love!

    Reply
  28. Avatar for AmberAmber says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:47 pm

    My Mom has that first lamp (not the furry one) on her piano. The light hangs out over the music- it’s perfect! I spent many years in front of that lamp.

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  29. Avatar for LaurenLauren says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    I had no idea those troll dolls were worth so much…There’s a woman where I work that has like EVERY SINGLE TROLL DOLL EVER MADE in her office. Maybe I should let her in on the secret and then maybe she could sell them and retire and then maybe I could have her office. I’m a bit sick of the whole “cube scene.”

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:28 pm

      Haha, sounds like a solid plan.

      xo,
      s

  30. Avatar for Nikki TNikki T says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    OMG, those trolls are worth something to someone other than the grannies at the bingo hall!!?? Man…I shouldn’t have donated all mine either… :(

    Reply
  31. Avatar for jessjess says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:49 pm

    i also had a pretty stellar collection of troll dolls! who knows where mine are now, but from time to time i see these troll-enthusiasts driving around boston…

    http://www.flickr.com/photos/upcycle/39666050/in/photostream/

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  32. Avatar for Leigh AnneLeigh Anne says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    There is an almost identical version of the $29 thrift store stool at Target for $34.99 – I have the green one! http://www.target.com/elf-Studio-Blush-Candid-Coral/dp/B0051C87DO/ref=in_de_detail-item-display

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  33. Avatar for LeslieLeslie says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    Here’s a sad story. I was also once a collector of trolls. I probably had 15-20 of them and I loved them more than anything. Well, my parents bought us a little puppy and before he was trained to stop chewing up everything, he found all of my trolls (lined up neatly on my bookshelf, duh), took them out to the backyard and chewed them up one by one. We woke up to a horrifying scene of the grass covered in fluorescent troll hair. At the innocent age of 7 I believe I cried and proclaimed my life to be over.

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:27 pm

      Traumatic! So sorry for that memory!

      xo,
      s

  34. Avatar for Erin @ Out on A Limb...Erin @ Out on A Limb... says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    That lamp (retro stinky, moldy, not pretty brass) was a total flashback for me! My aunt had a pair beside her velour-ish brown flower patterned and wood-trimmed sofa back in the day, set off by the vinyl, ribbed runner that ran through the dining room into the living room. Can you picture it? God Bless the 70s!

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  35. Avatar for JessicaJessica says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    Happy Anniversary! When I’m on vacation I like to drive around neighborhoods & pick the houses I would like to live in if they were up for grabs. I’ve even taken some pictures all stalker-like.

    I love all your thrift store finds (minus creepy nutcracker – you’d have to be nuts to put your nuts in that!) Do people ever look at you funny when you’re snapping photos in the store?

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:26 pm

      Probably! I’m too focused on weird bear nutcrackers to notice. Haha.

      xo,
      s

  36. Avatar for SavannahSavannah says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    “And this cool geometric picture frame ($40), which I definitely think could be DIYed with a stencil – or even freehanded if you’re fancy.”

    They have this same exact print at Target that isn’t a frame. Just three square pieces of hanging art. I have them in my laundry room. love. I’m pretty sure they were only like $10 a piece.

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  37. Avatar for JulieJulie says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    Holy moly — we’re headed that way in 2+ weeks with some good friends. I see these locations in Nags Head as a naptime jaunt for the mommies! Woo-to-the-hoo! Ya’ll rock – now let me send your link over to my darling friend for her perusal. I am literally jumping uP aNd DoWn aS I tYpE tHiS — couldn’t tell could ya? ;)

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  38. Avatar for LeahLeah says

    July 7, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    If I am guessing correctly that Alf try wasn’t just a tray but may have been a lap tray, with little stands that swing out underneath it. We had a Smurfs one just like that growing up. It was for drawing while on the couch or breakfast in bed when you were sick.

    Check out the Smurfs one here. Just a guess from the little round silver things in each corner
    http://www.collectablesdelectable.com/shop_i8151542.html?catId=248475

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:24 pm

      Haha, love it. You must be right!

      xo,
      s

  39. Avatar for ChelseaChelsea says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:00 pm

    LOVE your site! It has inspired me to start my own (which won’t be nearly as good as yours by any means, but hey…). Hubby & I are going to the OBX tomorrow actually…might have to scope out the thrifting scene (I’m obsessed with thrifting, btw). The bear was the best part of this entire post…literally laughing out loud. I have a hard time believing that the trolls were worth that much, even back in the day, but the shop owners gotta get their mulah somehow, right? Thanks for sharing! :)

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  40. Avatar for liz @ bon temps beignetliz @ bon temps beignet says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:00 pm

    My jaw is still on the floor… $25 for a freaky troll doll?!?!?!? Insane.

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    • Avatar for JillJill says

      July 8, 2011 at 11:25 am

      They are not freaky, they are gentle loving creatures– they are my friends!!!

      haha okay reverting back to 2011 now.. ;)

  41. Avatar for RobinRobin says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:01 pm

    Love the finds. My Mom actually saved ALL my stuffed animals, beanie babies and trolls from my childhood. I recently had them sent to me, I swear she must have a storage locker that no one knows about haha. My son has a cowboy troll that was once mine to fit the theme and and daughter has a box of trolls sitting in the closet because I didnt know what to do with them. $25 a pop…I think ebay may be in order lol

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  42. Avatar for Katie T.Katie T. says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:01 pm

    That troll doll comment literally made me laugh out loud… hysterical. I had a troll doll pencil, the eraser was the troll doll. It was magical.

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  43. Avatar for RachelRachel says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:04 pm

    One of my all time favorite home stores is on Amelia Island (where the Bower’s went last summer – we actually stay at the same place). They have the most amazing stuff – a mix of antiques and new items. I’ve been tempted to buy and have it delivered to me in Memphis (a service they offer). I’ve never done it, although I think family members have. They have a facebook page which they update fairly frequently with new shipments. I’ve been tempted to call and order on several occasions.
    http://www.facebook.com/theplantationshop

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  44. Avatar for Laura@JourneyChic[email protected] says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:04 pm

    I spotted a (nearly?) identical floral print at HomeGoods recently! Love that wine rack, too – very cool! Looks like you all had a wonderful trip!

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  45. Avatar for KarenKaren says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:04 pm

    I love that octopus pillow! I so would have splurged on it just because I love the colors.

    Going to the beach in a week. I hope I can find some cool home stuff to bring home with me.

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  46. Avatar for SaraSara says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:07 pm

    Did anyone else notice the interesting shadow on the giraffe picture?? ha ha. My mind must be in the gutter.

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:40 pm

      Woah- what IS that? 500 YHL points to the person who identifies that crazy reflection.

      xo,
      s

    • Avatar for JillianJillian says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:53 pm

      Looks to me like it’s the back of Clara’s head…

    • Avatar for RandiRandi says

      July 7, 2011 at 4:08 pm

      It looks like a knee! Maybe from squatting down to take the picture?

    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 4:48 pm

      Both reasonable guesses. 500 points to both of ya!

      xo,
      s

    • Avatar for SaraSara says

      July 7, 2011 at 5:28 pm

      I can totally see the knee now!! Crazy that I couldn’t see it before….

  47. Avatar for jodijodi says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    looks like you found some great places!

    i knew that giraffe picture looked familiar; it’s been all over pinterest lately! http://pinterest.com/pin/21595696/

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  48. Avatar for BrittanyCBrittanyC says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    Selena Gomez has a LA pad!? What is she like 16?!

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    • Avatar for YoungHouseLoveYoungHouseLove says

      July 7, 2011 at 3:23 pm

      Now I’m starting rumors. Haha. Just pulled her name out of the air. But she is dating the Beiber…

      xo,
      s

  49. Avatar for annabelvitaannabelvita says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    My poor boyfriend spent SIX HOURS in a flea market in Paris with me on a recent trip there. But it was such an amazing market I could have spent six days. We came away with one button and one keyring… haha Oh well.

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  50. Avatar for annabelvitaannabelvita says

    July 7, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    I meant to add that I had a troll that had a soft body and was about the size of a six month old baby. I slept with it every night for way too long. That thing was so ugly but I loved it so much.
    Also, don’t know if that link to the flea market worked, so here it is again: http://annabelvita.com/54942676

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