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Antique Store Finds

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Yesterday, I told you all about our adventures on Wickenden Street in Providence.  Wickenden Street has numerous independent shops, art galleries, cafes and restaurants that are popular among local artists, professors and students.  Among the shops on Wickenden Street are a few antique stores.  Chris and I get a kick out of antiquing sometimes, so we stopped into one of them while we were down there.

As soon as we got into the store, I walked right into this little beauty.

antique-store-finds-mermaid

I have no idea what anyone would do with that hideous thing, but frankly, she kind of creeped me out, so I moved on quickly and didn’t look back.

As I walked a little ways into the room, I saw that they had this old version of The Poky Little Puppy for sale.

antique-store-finds-golden-book

“Roly-poly, pell-mell, tumble-bumble”

I digress.

Seeing that book for sale got me to thinking. Thinking that man, I must be getting old!  I had that book when I was a kid & it was probably one of the first printings of it.  As a matter of fact , it was probably that exact book sitting on the self – you know, the one that my mother donated to Good Will back in the 80’s.

I started feeling bad for myself  about being old and that’s when I saw this pile of dishes:

antique-store-finds-dish-set

Not only did my mother have this exact same set while I was growing up – she still does AND she still uses it.

I was totally forlorn and at that point, I told Chris I wanted to leave – but on my way out of the store, this caught my eye:

antique-store-finds-potty-seat

Yes, it is a vintage potty seat. Ew. Just ew.

I think I’m going to be staying out of antique stores for a while because apparently I, too, am antique.  Sigh.


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  2. Debbie L. says

    I have to agree the potty seat is “Not Good” I have found some really unique items at antique shops. But usually I am like you – I walk around – see many different items and decide nope not for me.

  3. Eva says

    Potty seat – just plain weird. But yes, I shared the feeling about being old when looking at what people consider antiques.

  4. Kelley Beckett says

    It is crazy what’s considered to be an antique now a days. I think I had that book, too. It’s probably sellable for a small fortune on eBay now.

  5. kristimaloney says

    Fun post! That potty seat belongs in an outhouse! lol. I went through a phase where that’s what I used to love to do…tried to make some money at, but let’s just say, didn’t know the “product” enough. But yeah, now that I am older, I would be familiar with lots of stuff that would now be considered antique.

  10. Marcia says

    I had that book too. My mom had those dishes. I purged a load of kids’ books out of here a few weeks ago. An then I got to thinking I won’t have any ‘antiques’ to pass on to potential grandkids. Kind of sad…..but maybe that’s a good thing?

  11. Henrietta says

    That mermaid? is super creepy! Her face is just ugh! And thanks, now I feel old as hell — I still have MY childhood Pokey Puppy Book! And how do they get off asking $12 for it? Didn’t everyone’s mom have that set of dishes, lol!

  12. roadrunnerfloristbasketexpress says

    My mom had those dishes, too, and I have a new set of Correll ware that I use every day! It doesn’t break or chip, but it also doesn’t hold up as well as the old stuff from the 50s and 60s!! I’ve never heard of that book, and I do have an ex-husband who would love that mermaid!! But, gee, that potty seat is pretty scary! Imagine being strapped into that!!

  13. Brandi says

    Hahaha! I love antique stores, but I always end up feeling old. Of course it doesn’t help when you walk out and are listening to the radio, and realize that the music you listened to in high school, is now playing on the “oldies” stations. My first thought about the mermaid though, “I know someone who would love that!”.

  14. Nichol says

    I’ve been in a few antique stores and have bought very little. Everything is just too antique for my liking. I loved that book!!

  16. Coolchillmom says

    Oh stop. You are informed not another antique! By the way those I would not consider antiques but junk! Well maybe except for the potty but then again I am not sure who would want that at all

  17. Tracie says

    I had that book, too! Now I’m feeling old.

    Nothing is more gross than an antique potty seat. Why, oh why, would someone want that?

  18. alocalwander says

    That is a funny experience you had. I was really afraid at the beginning you were going to say you bought that hideous statue and now had her proudly displayed in your front window. I have to say, though, I kind of like the potty…if it wasn’t wood…

  19. renaesimpler says

    Hilarious post, Robin! Hahahahahaha, you crack me up. That shiny mermaid was weird, true but the table she was on is AWESOME! Go back and get it for me! No, just kidding, but I do love it. And that book, ohmyguersh, I had that book as a kid. Dang! I did. Thanks for the compliment on the earrings and no they are not a bit heavy. They look tight in that photo, huh? I posted it anyway. The post part feels just like any other post earring and the hanging part is very light. {fake metals}. Have a tremendous weekend and I love your new profile pic here on your blog. ♥

  20. Sarah says

    Haha I have to admit I love antique stores I don’t really buy anything, but I love seeing the odd and curious things they sell. x

  22. Heather lawrwnce says

    I have to admit the potty chair scared me just a little teeny tiny.
    The seat belt to hold the child on is quite comical..
    Can not imagine training my daughter like that!!

  28. amandaripsam says

    oh you looked at the wrong area my friend. I love antique jewelry you should have checked out the rings I own those same dish sets I got them at goodwill when we moved into my apartment they are sturdy and stand up to my step kids and 6 year old who are always dropping things lol
    maybe this one was not the right one lol

  29. Elise says

    Wait, wait. Does that potty chair have a seat belt thingy on it?! I can’t decide whether that’s awesome, or just plain wrong…

  32. Heather says

    My mom had that set too!! I think my sister has it now. It was cheap and durable. So funny!! Also, I think that store sells vintage too because no way those are antique. Not 100 years old!!!

  34. Cascia Talbert says

    Oh my goodness! That book and those dishes bring back a lot of memories for me too! My mother has the same exact set of dishes too. We used them when I was a kid and she still uses them today. Funny! Yes the potty seat is kind of gross and the statue thing is creepy looking. It’s been a long time since I’ve gone to an antique store. Maybe I should stay away from them.

    Have a great weekend!

  37. Danielle says

    That is awesome – my parents still have that same dish set, too! I wonder if they would take offense if I told them it can be found in an antique shop…

  38. Jennifer Williams says

    I can remember the first time I saw a toy I grew up with in an antique store – one I still own. I laughed and said that is not old and the owner said – yes it is they were out many years ago and are hard to find. I felt so old after that moment. I still love going to antique stores though.

  39. themissingniche says

    Isn’t it funny how old antique stores make you feel? 20 years wasn’t that long ago! We have a ’64 Ford Fairlane in our garage and it’s considered an antique and it’s 3 years older than me!

  42. Mandy @ thehouseholdhero says

    I had that book too and it probably only cost 50cents at the time as opposed to the $10 that small, short children’s books cost now. The potty seat is definitely an awesome end to a creepy shopping experience!

  46. Not Winning Mom of the Yeaer says

    First, my mom had those dishes also. Second can some tell me the need for the strap and duck on the potty seat? Weird .

  48. Rorybore says

    why? why with the ducky head…..right.there?! why?
    Oh my gosh, I would have bought the pokey puppy though! I remember that book.
    my mom and I go to antique stores, I love finding vinyl records. see, am hipster antiquer – LOL

  49. Tammy says

    Ha ha ha – I think everyone’s mother or grandmother had a set of those corning ware dishes. I know my mom did, I think though hers might have been the pistachio green color.

  50. prettyopinionated says

    I had that VERY copy of the Poky Little Puppy! Well, maybe not THAT particular copy, but I remember it so well. I agree with others, the toilet seat is way creepy.

  51. thepinningmama says

    I had those dishes growing up too! So funny to see them in an antique store. I think I took that set to college and eventually sold them in a garage sale. Amazing how “old” I have become!

  54. mburbage says

    Why does that toilet seat have a belt for it? I’m intrigued to wonder who buckled their child in. Hey son, hop on here and take a seat. Don’t move now, gotta buckle you up for awhile. hahahaha

    sorry,.. I like cool finds like that actaully . Everything has a story, I’m totally trying to figure that seat out. OH maybe that was used to go around the back? Or no, hook on the seat itself so it doesn’t slid off. That’s a better thought than the buckling the child in eh? ha

  55. Beth says

    The Poky Little Puppy is one of our favorites. The only thing I really hate about antique stores is the prices. It’s usually a lot easier to buy privately on eBay or Amazon.

  57. Amanda Love says

    I remember that book when I was younger. It was a little golden book but I don’t remember mine looking like that. Mine had the gold trim at the edges. 🙂 As for that potty seat, totally “ewwwww” like Madison would say lol

  59. pamatiw says

    I love looking through thrift shops and antique stores. It brings back so many memories and I see things all the time that my parent’s use to own. The toilet seat is cute, LOL.

  61. Eliz Frank says

    Sheesh Robin! I was waiting for you to say you recognized the potty too! 😆 We are all getting old and maybe that’s why I haven’t been antiquing lately… Such is life, eh? 🙂

  62. Marvelous Mommy says

    Haha wow the vintage potty seat is awesome! I’ve never seen one like that before! I also had The Poky Little Puppy book when I was a kid. I believe it was my sisters first though.

  63. Ronnie Epstein says

    I had the golden books. <3 You're not old though. 🙂 We're far from it. I find it fun to look at stuff from our childhood although I never really considered them antiques. hmm

  66. Katy Rawson says

    Whoa, that’s a crazy potty seat! And, yes, my Mom has those dishes, too. I probably would have bought them for her so she’d have a full set again! LOL

  67. kristentoneycampbell says

    The only reason I go in antique stores is to see if they have any of my grandmother’s dish set. I’ve collected a few more pieces of it that way 🙂 But that potty seat is just…ew.

  69. Courtney Pies says

    That potty seat is DEFINITELY more creepy than that statue thing you saw walking in! You definitely can find some interesting things at antique stores, that’s for sure!

  70. Jenni Polly Eaves says

    I could spend hours in antique stores! My mom always collected antiques and I’ve inherited her love for them. The mermaid thing is weird, but I actually think the potty seat is sort of cute. No, I wouldn’t but it haha! But I do think it’s weirdly, cute.

  71. Lori says

    LOL, this is why I avoid antique stores… It’s for fear of finding antique potty seats and losing my lunch. #wwwdotgrossdotcom

  72. Amanda O. says

    I had a chance to visit a HUGE antique mall in Illinois a few weeks ago but didn’t because for some reason I thought it would have been too creepy. Now you’re making me regret that I didn’t stop in. 🙁

  73. Theresa says

    Really? An antique potty seat? Weird they would be trying to sell it, but I am sure some crazy nut job will buy it eventually.

    I had that book too. A whole $12? I might have bought it just for the nostalgic factor.

  74. [email protected] says

    Bahaha!! That potty seat is quite interesting, to say the least. lol Also, seeing those other items makes me feel old too. My mom has those same dishes and still uses them (she has them in both that mustard yellow and in pea green), so it’s insane to hear that your does as well.

  79. kim says

    So much history at antique stores. I love walking thru them and thinking back to when a piece was actually used for the first time. I have some antiques in my house.

  80. Lisa {Simplified Saving} says

    I LOVED the Poky Little Puppy when I was growing up! As for antique stores, I absolutely love them and go every chance I get. I also have an obsession with buttons and vintage buttons are especially fun. One of my local antique stores sells them by the scoop and it’s like Christmas every time I go there! 🙂

  82. Paige says

    Let’s forget the ugly statue. What would anyone do with a vintage potty seat?! That has a duck on it? I thought it might be an antique pool float, maybe?

  83. Veronica Spriggs says

    i love shopping at antique stores. of course i have no idea how to discern junk from antique but if i like it i buy it

  91. Cara says

    I love antique stores. My problem is I want to buy it all! And awww the Pokey Little Puppy, that was one of my childhood favorites!

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