Gurley Girl

I first became aware of Gurley candles a few years ago, and have always loved their sweet faces.  I've sold a couple in sosovintage, and always keep my eyes open for them when I'm out and about.  I saw several angels in an antique store one year, and am STILL kicking myself for not buying one for myself. 

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Imagine my delight when I spied this sweetie inside a hanging bag at the thrift store!  She is one of the originals, and still has her 15 cent paper base attached.  Her wings are the most delicate shade of aqua, and the little squares of silver glitter are swoon-worthy!

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This sweet green elf was in the same bag... also a 15 cent guy.

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Yep- same bag!!  Choir boy, lamb, and baby Jesus.  These do not have cardboard bases, but they are in excellent condition.

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This truly wasn't a very big bag!  But the pilgrim boy and girl were there as well.  I couldn't believe my good fortune.  And because we're all friends here, I know you will appreciate that the price of the bag was $1.99.  And it was 30% off day!!

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A very important thrifter lesson- always look for more!  There were no other hanging bags, but I found this taller Indian boy on a shelf...

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... alongside his girlfriend.

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Scouted the candle aisle before leaving (the others were in "holiday"), and look!  Thirty nine cent Santa still in his shrink wrap!!!  Whoa!!!  One of the best thrifting days ever :)

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Interested in learning a bit more about the Gurley Novelty Co.?  Click HERE.  Most of these will be offered in sosovintage in the coming days.  First dibs to blog readers- so if you see something you must have, just let me know.  As long as it isn't the angel... she's mine!

CIJ

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Christmas in July!  A new thrift shop opened in our area while I was in Utah.  It's a chain store called Savers, and I've been in twice now.  Pros: clean, organized store with good lighting, friendly staff.  Cons: most items are on the pricey side.  I caught up with this 1973 Empire blow mold cookie jar before it hit the shelves.  An employee was wheeling out her stock cart, and I snatched it up.  I did a little internal "oh jeez" as I turned it over to see the price.  99 cents!!  Shwing!!

Blow Mold Bonanza

Who doesn't love a vintage Christmas? Apparently SOMEONE doesn't, since they had the audacity to donate all of these late 60s/early 70s Empire blow molds to the thrift store! Shame on them, but yay for me. I can't wait to give these cuties a new home. They will be listed in sosovintage the week of November 15th. If there is one you must have for your collection, let me know and I'll reserve it just for you :)