Ocean Isle beach

While I was at Ocean Isle Beach on vacation, I went antiquing + thrift shopping when we had a rainy day. Who knew Ocean Isle, Calabash, Shallotte and Holden Beach had so many hidden treasures. I seriously picked up some amazing finds and can’t wait to put them to use.

On our first stop at Bargain Basement Resale in Shallotte where I picked up this adorable teacup planter. I have plans to spray paint it (I’ve had suggestions of hot pink, white or gold… not sure what direction I’ll take) and I want repurpose it into something other than a planter. Those who know me know I kill all my plants. The longest I’ve kept a plant alive is maybe two weeks… three weeks tops. I’ll keep you posted as to what I end up doing with this find.

Next stop was at a small thrift store in Calabash (can’t remember the name, oops)! I came across these tall glasses and all I could think about is how summer cocktails or lemonade would look perfect in these glasses. That was the best $4 I spent in a LONG time!

At The Memory Cottage in Shallotte, I found these AMAZING vintage steel locker baskets. They had about ten in the store and I walked out with two. I’m seriously considering calling them to see if they’ll ship me a few more. These would be great for storage in a bathroom, kitchen, bedroom or really anywhere. It’ll give any room character. That’s it, I’ve made up my mind… I’m going to call them tomorrow to see if there’s any left so I can call them mine! Not bad for $14.99, right?!

Last stop we made was at Miss Minnie’s Antiques in Shallotte where I fell in love with this bright blue lantern. I knew I had to have it. I think it’s the color that really caught my eye because it was so vibrant. Since the last thing I need to do is play with kerosine and matches, I’m going to turn it into a lamp. Either I’ll become a mini Bob Vila or find someone to help me convert into a lamp that doesn’t require starting a fire.

I realize pretty much everything I bought was in Shallotte, but there were some great little shops everywhere. We didn’t rely on Google or Yelp to steer us in the right direction, we just hopped in the car and came across these unique stores along our adventure.

Until next time, xoxo!

I recently got back from a family vacation at Ocean Isle Beach in North Carolina. When I say “family vacation” I mean there were about 20+ folks coming and going from the beach house. This has been an ongoing tradition well before I was born. It’s an opportunity for cousins, aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters, sons, daughters and so on to spend a week together under the same roof to really bond + catch up. When you think about it, It’s priceless. Here’s a recap of my vacation at Ocean Isle!