5.16.2010

PORTLAND GOODIES A-HOY

Well we are in Portland OR now. And here are some sweet deal we found for our apartment.


A sweet 1938 sunbeam model t-9 toaster American made (cord cut but easily replaced) Beautiful art deco styling, first displayed at the 1939 World's Fair. Chromed unit with black Bakelite handles and trim. Unique incised design with a faceted glass jewel that lights up on the front when the coils heat.Value is around $75 - $400. We paid......$1!!!

This is an old Steamer Trunk from back in the day (between 1892-1930, not sure) I've been looking for one of these lovelies for awhile to make something sweet out of but they have always been about $50 - $300. I got it for $25 on criagslist. It needs some work, but its HUGE.



This is my new desk and Chair. The Chair is a T Desk Chair by West Elm and price is about $250 new. I got it for $20 practically new. It was a display item in a model home and has never been used.
The Desk is a Heywood Wakefield student desk from the (1950-1959) and averages around $1000 to $1400! I got it.....FOR FREE. A buddy of my boyfriends found it on the curb spray painted black. He sanded most of it down and all we had to do was stain and poly it and it was ours. Its not in tip top condition but still and damn sweet desk. I've started upholstering the shelves but need some supplies to finish them.
Got this the same place as the chair. Not sure the date/price or anything but thought it was really awesome. Got it for $20, pretty sure its worth more then that. Its solid steel and glass.

1 comment:

Killdren said...

oooh! Luky girl! One day i will purchase for that plushie, promise.