Friday, October 26, 2012

Wow, look at this freebie from Craig's List!!!

This was free! My daughter, Sandy, saw this on Craig's List Saturday night and emailed me at once.

 I live an hour away, and I don't have a truck, but my daughter, Meg, lives in that area, and they do have a truck. I expected it to be gone already, but I emailed, and the man said he still had it, and he would be happy to meet Meg Sunday afternoon in the parking lot at Lowe's, which is near her house. I immediately contacted Meg, she agreed to get it for me, and keep it until she can get it out here to me. She and Joe went and got it, and it is safely tucked away in their garage.

 The man said he had taken the top off and used it for another project, and just wanted this part gone. I haven't seen it in person yet, but Meg said it is beautiful, very sturdy and well made. She said the top frame is very interesting, with some sort of pulley system she has never seen before, for extending the top to add leafs, apparently.

Woohoo! I have no clue what I will do with it, but I am thrilled to get it, already tossing around the possibilities!! I will keep you posted.


No, I didn't get a new camera, darn it. This is the picture that was posted on CL.

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40 comments:

  1. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapOctober 26, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    I love Freebies from Craigslist!...but can never get it fast enough!

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  2. Danni@SiloHillFarmOctober 26, 2012 at 3:45 PM

    Total Score Sandra!!! I can't wait to see more pictures of it when you get your hands on it! And when you figure out the whole pulley thing!! Fun find!!

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    1. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 1, 2012 at 11:04 AM

      I finally got it home, now I just have to decide what to do with it!! I love it, in any case.

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  3. Jan DavisOctober 26, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    WOW, Sandra! That is so neat. I know you will figure out the perfect thing to do with it....and I can't wait to hear what it is...Jan

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    1. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 1, 2012 at 11:05 AM

      I will probably just put a top on it, it would be great in my dining room. Have to have some really nice wood, though. Don't think my pallets would work for this, smile.

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  4. JoaniOctober 26, 2012 at 5:52 PM

    WOW. That looks massive. I've seen cameras at Goodwill for not an awful lot. Just in case you are interested. Can't wait to see what you might do with it.

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    1. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 1, 2012 at 11:06 AM

      Thanks, Joani! I bought the camera I am using at Goodwill. Sigh. My daughter has promised me a new one for Christmas!

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  5. UnknownOctober 26, 2012 at 8:50 PM

    A great free find! All it needs is a top and you will have a gorgeous table.

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  6. AnonymousOctober 26, 2012 at 11:59 PM

    What a great find, Sandra!! Can't wait to see what you do with it! :)

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  7. AnonymousOctober 27, 2012 at 7:37 AM

    You're a beautiful woman, Sandra! I can tell by the way your kids take care of you.
    XO
    PS I'm praying for you today!!!

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    1. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 1, 2012 at 11:08 AM

      Margaret, that is the sweetest thing to say! I do have fantastic kids. Thanks so much for the prayers!

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  8. UnknownOctober 27, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    Wow, that is a beautiful piece of furniture. When I first looked at it, I thought it might have been a pool table, until you mentioned the pulleys...So I was wrong again in my thinking...LOL

    I hope you are not ill, Sandra. I haven't heard from you recently....I think of you so much and you are always in my prayers. I've been kinda blue thinking of Oct. 30...sure miss our precious one. I put together another remembrance picture that I will post on my Facebook. Hope to hear from you soon...Hug the furbabies for me....Hugs ♥

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    1. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 1, 2012 at 11:10 AM

      Hi,Betty! Thanks for coming by, and for your concern. I had a little problem, all good now. Will email you later today. I know, I am missing her so much, too! Hard to believe she has been gone two months already! Love and hugs

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  9. thistlewoodfarmOctober 27, 2012 at 8:12 PM

    You are so lucky! Free? You can always just add a table top! You go girl!

    Have a great day rock star!
    karianne

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  10. Amy of While Wearing HeelsOctober 28, 2012 at 10:33 PM

    Ha! I love that you stole the picture from the ad :). The table has so much potential. I can't wait to see what you do with your free table.

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    1. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 1, 2012 at 11:11 AM

      Hi, Amy! I figured since I was getting the table, I might as well get the ad, too! Hope I don't get sued for copyright infringement. Thanks for coming by!

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    2. One More Time EventsNovember 1, 2012 at 9:25 PM

      What a deal! Can't wait to see what you do with it. Thanks for stopping by One More Time and leaving a sweet comment.

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  11. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 2, 2012 at 6:12 AM

    And thank you for coming by! I love One More Time!

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  12. DewenaNovember 2, 2012 at 11:08 PM

    The legs on the table are beautiful! No wonder you wanted it. I too believe that you get something you love and worry later about what to do with it. Sooner or later you will know.

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  13. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 3, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    Thank you, Dewena! And thanks for visiting, and for following! Blessings

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  14. decorayadoraNovember 3, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    Sandra
    I love your blog
    The legs on the table are beautiful! You have a new follower from chile

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  15. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 3, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    Welcome, Decora! I am so glad you like the table, and thrilled that you like my blog, thank you so much for following! Blessings~

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  16. TaunnieNovember 4, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    Looks like a great project. What do you have in mind for it? Isn't it amazing the things you can pick up for free? I always wonder why people give away the things that they do. I am so glad to hear you are feeling better. Love and prayers for you :)

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  17. TaunnieNovember 4, 2012 at 10:08 PM

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  18. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 5, 2012 at 6:09 AM

    Hi, Taunnie! So glad to see you here. I think I am going to just put a new top on it and use it in my dining room. I am amazed at the things people give away. I went to a yard "sale" the other day, the woman had put a ton of stuff (good stuff!) in her yard. There was a sign "everything free, donations appreciated", and there was a coffee can with a slit in the lid for people to leave money if they chose to do so!!! She was nowhere to be seen. I got a load of great things, some really nice books, glassware, etc. Amazing. I left a decent amount to pay for them but I bet a lot of people didn't.
    I am on the mend. Thank you so much for the prayers!
    Love and hugs

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  19. Cristina GarayNovember 5, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Wow! How nice to have that big, sturdy piece for free! I can't wait to see it in your home!

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  20. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 5, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    Thanks, Cristina, and thanks for visiting. Hope to see you again soon. Blessings

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  21. AnonymousNovember 7, 2012 at 6:06 AM

    Ahhh! That is AMAZING! What a great find!

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  22. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 7, 2012 at 7:37 AM

    Thank you so much, and thank you for visiting!

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  23. bjNovember 8, 2012 at 5:46 PM

    This is an awesome piece...FREE ???? even MORE awesome. :))
    Great find.
    I just linked up to follow...thanks for coming over and come again soon. :)

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  24. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 8, 2012 at 6:12 PM

    Thank you,BJ, and thanks for following! Please come back soon and often.:)

























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  25. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageNovember 9, 2012 at 11:19 AM

    NIce!

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  26. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageNovember 9, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    Wow! My comment posted before I was ready! That could make another fabulous table! Free is such a nice price! So nice that you stopped by!

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  27. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 9, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    Thank you, Jacqueline, and I appreciate you coming by! I have been following you for awhile, and love your blog. Blessings!

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  28. AnonymousNovember 18, 2012 at 4:28 PM

    Nice!! I'm looking forward to seeing what you create. You create beautiful things btw :) I just found your blog (through Abi @ A Saturday Morning). I love how you take "junk" and make it into beautiful things. Frig, even your biscuits are beautiful!! lol

    And congrats on the new Great-grand-daughter, she is just beautiful too.

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  29. Sandra@Beneath this Roof, Within these WallsNovember 18, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    Hello, Stephanie, and thank you! I am glad you found me through Abi, she has such a sweet blog. And thank you for following, I appreciate it so much, and that you took the time to comment.
    Blessings!

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