This past Saturday was the fall St. Charles County Garage Sale.  I was of course in attendance, but I didn't find as many decorative items as I did jewelry.  While I was originally scouting out unique items for my new house, I instead was drawn to the vintage jewelry tables. 

I ended up coming home with some cool jewelry, a candy dish, a Grecian-looking vase, and a pair of brand new shoes.

While some people think it's odd to look through and possibly buy other people's old crap, I find it facinating.  It's interesting to see what kind of stuff people have in their own house. 

I have developed a strategy for this bi-annual event.  The first thing is pack light.  I only bring a small wallet with cash only and a big empty tote to fill with my finds.

The important thing is to examine each booth carefully.  Sometimes the best things are hidden under something you wouldn't take a second glance at. 
While there were items I couldn't resist buying, there were also items I couldn't help but photograph because they were so....interesting.

{Abso-friggin-lutely!!}

{I wish I still had a land line for this dandy item!} {If I had record player I would totally have bought this.}