Garage Sale Art
When I get asked "what would you save in the event of a fire" I always respond that I would save my garage sale art (because kitties and photos are a little obvious). 
I found this collage on wood at a garage sale about 7 years ago. It was priced at $50 and I was a broke college student. But it was lust at first sight. I mean, I wanted to make out with it but I wasn't sure if I wanted to BUY it. For $50. So my sister convinced me to ask the couple selling it (they were moving to Europe, how chic) if they would take $30.
They looked in pain when I asked. I could tell they didn't want to part with it at all. The husband had created it with his highschool graduating class of 1970. They came back with $35 and I said "sold!"
Since then lust at first sight has transitioned into a deep and solid love. 
Everytime I look at it I can find something new. It cost me $35 but now it's priceless.
I love your blog.. your posts are so bittersweet to me. I used to live in Edgemere before I moved out of state, and I swear I left a piece of my heart in that neighboorhood :(
This piece of art is absolutely gorgeous! Is it painted or are those clippings?
Hi Hollie - Aw, thanks for the comment. What state did you move to? I adore this area and if we ever had to leave I would definitely be leaving a piece of my heart too.
They're all clippings modge-podged or laquered down to wood.
This piece is absolutely stunning! I want one just like it for our home.
Oh the joys of finding treasures out of others junk! Love it.
I moved to Dallas - and unfortunately all the old houses around here are so expensive.. I guess old is the new black!
Hollie - one of my best friends is moving to Dallas (from Edgemere) and to even find a bungalow it cost 2 - 3 times as much as I paid for my home! It's insane! I think it just depends on the market. Historical homes in Norman are twice as much as well (because of the location and proximity to campus).
I moved there unintentionally and I fell in love with it. I seriously miss it daily.. especially during fall.. so pretty.
it's so cool! i love it! and $35 is such a steal. heck, $50 is such a steal!
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