I've never been afraid of a little dirt, which is a good thing because you wouldn't believe some of the estate sales I attend. Many take place in neglected houses that are grime-encrusted from attic to cellar. But to find the good stuff, you have to be fearless.
I often purchase things which haven't been cleaned for decades that most estate sale goers pass by. My latest find is a case in point: this darling doll dresser, the kind of endearing item that usually sells within the first few minutes of a sale.
I guess its schmutz must have turned people off. (Or perhaps it was just waiting for me.)
Caked with dirt, this charming relic was in desperate need of a new home — and a good cleaning. A little elbow grease really brought it back to life.
I even lined its two small drawers with pretty vintage paper making it all ready for its Etsy debut.
This little dresser looks so happy now. If it could, it would be smiling.
Susan
How cute Susan! Now it gets a second chance and wow does it look better. I have one that has a rectangular shape mirror. Mine is homemade, I bought it at a garage sale about 15 years ago. Yours looks so cute with that beautiful vintage paper in the drawer. Ready to keep makeup, jewelry , or maybe a few doll clothes.
Posted by: Elsie | October 16, 2014 at 09:14 PM