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… are MY wedding goodies! I spent the better part of today trolling garage sales, in search of anything I could use at our wedding. I already have 40 mason jars, to be used in various ways at the ceremony and reception. And today, I hit the MOTHER LODE. See for yourself…
(personal photo)
See!!! I got an awesome assortment of vases and bowls. I’ll probably use the vases with the mason jars to create RAD centerpieces. And the candy-dish type things will be used on our candy buffet.
See those low fishbowl-type bowls in the front left? I have 3 of those, and I’m giving them to my sister for her wedding in October. And the small bowls just to the left of those? Another present for my sister. She’s using them as ice cream dishes for her ice cream sundae buffet! Sweet, no?
And the best part about all of this?? I only spent less than $25!
What are some awesome wedding deals you’ve gotten? Is anyone else addicted to garage sale-ing??
I’m addicted. Hands down. I’ve picked up toasting glasses (lead crystal) for $2.00, candy dishes, favor boxes, fabric, flowers, craft/DIY items… It’s such a rush for me!
Awesome! Great find!! I love looking around at garage sales & such!
Awesome! Now all you have to do is figure out what to do with them after the wedding! (I’m still trying to unload all my cheapie vases and jars, haha.)
Those look awesome!!! I love the super wide round one in the middle… that’s fantastic!
All those glass things make me jealous 
I really wish it would stop raining in Oregon so I could go garage saling some more :
I am using mason jars too! Can’t wait to see what you come up with!
My wedding is nearly 40 years in the past (yup, still married…it really is more about the marriage than the wedding!) but I had to jump in and applaud your use of yard sale finds! It’s such a great way to have a fabulous party without breaking the bank, not to mention that you’re keeping all that stuff out of a landfill somewhere.
For those of you wondering what to do with all your vases etc. after the event…you might want to keep a few for special occasions, or even everyday use (we always have a vase of fresh flowers in our entry, even if it’s only a few sprigs and fronds from the yard). You can offer them as a set to someone else via Craigslist or Freecycle. And some of the things I see in your picture would make great terrariums!
Awesome! I’m always on the hunt for stuff like this.
I’m planning on collecting secondhand vases for my wedding too. But why does everyone except me seem to be able to find great stuff at garage sales and thrift stores?? I love “searching for treasure” but I rarely find anything I like. Maybe I am not being open-minded enough and only see the dust instead of the potential.
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Mrs. Hot Dog, Cheyenne, WY Age and Occupation: 23, Health Information Specialist Fiance's Age and Occupation: 23, Personal Trainer Engagement Date: March 2009 Wedding Date: August 2010 Venue: Family Ranch outside Glenrock, WY About Me: I'm a city girl by birth and rural girl by choice. I'm ready to take on the world with a big heart and a big smile! I love all things crafty and DIY. I live in Cheyenne, WY with Mr. HD and our 2 fur babies, our dachshunds, Ollie and Mia. I love travel, adventure, Finding Nemo, '90s music, animals, and laughing. He is the cheese to my macaroni and together we spend more time watching movies than we probably should! I'm an old soul who is super duper excited to pull off our down home-rustic-chic-country wedding (on the cheap)!
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