Monday, June 1, 2009

2nd Time Around: Estate Sale Bird Bath

Welcome to 2nd Time Around. I would love for you to join us by creating a post featuring something that is 2nd Time Around for you…something from a garage sale, flea market, thrift store, etc. Just link the title of the post to Mr. Linky below.

This week I would like to show you a bird bath that my son bought at an estate sale. It is in my front flower bed. I love the older aged finish of the concrete. IMG_0869

A close up view……IMG_0870

Thanks for stopping by!

35 comments:

  1. ellen bJune 1, 2009 at 9:32 PM

    Hi Diane! Love the aged bird bath. I looks so happy right there surrounded by the plants. Enjoy...

    ReplyDelete
  2. UnknownJune 1, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    That looks lovely! What a sweet find.

    ReplyDelete
  3. Scooterblu's Whimsy~RhondaJune 1, 2009 at 9:57 PM

    Hi Diane, Great birdbath! I love the older ones! They have much more character! Yours is fabulous, as is the flower bed!

    I have my post ready, but didn't see Mr. Linky. I'm headed to bed, so I will check back in the morning! :) ~hugs,Rhonda

    ReplyDelete
  4. Barbara JeanJune 1, 2009 at 10:02 PM

    Here is my site address. All set up.
    Let me know if i need to come back for Mr Linky.
    He's sure been having a lot of problems lately hasn't
    he?

    Thanks for hosting each week. very fun.
    blessings,
    barbara jean

    http://treasuresfromtheheartgifts.blogspot.com/2009/06/three-or-more-tuesday-three-or-more.html

    ReplyDelete
  5. ChandyJune 1, 2009 at 11:16 PM

    A great piece and a gift to boot, now that's a great find!

    Will be joining in soon!

    ReplyDelete
  6. Sharing with SherriJune 1, 2009 at 11:19 PM

    Great bird bath! Nice addition to your beautiful flowers in your flower bed!

    Have a wonderful day!
    Sherri:)

    ReplyDelete
  7. ChristineJune 2, 2009 at 1:45 AM

    Your garden is beautiful and the bird house really sets it off.

    Blessings,
    Christine

    ReplyDelete
  8. The Quintessential MagpieJune 2, 2009 at 4:41 AM

    Diane, I'm crazy about that bird bath! It is WONDERFUL! Love the location and all of your pretty flowers surrounding it. Great find!

    Thanks for hosting us...

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

    ReplyDelete
  9. Southern LadyJune 2, 2009 at 5:18 AM

    I love your bird bath, Diane ... and it looks so pretty and "homey" there amongst your flowers. I bet the birds love it, too!

    Thank you for taking the time to host our 2nd Time Around Tuesdays.

    ReplyDelete
  10. PicketJune 2, 2009 at 6:47 AM

    Morning girl...I love old aged bird baths..they just add so much to the flower beds...and I am loving your coneflowers..I have got to get me some of those!

    Your porch post was awesome girl..love that transformation and what a comfort zone you have created out there...your place is beautiful Diane just welcomes you to come on in...take care girl and have a beautiful week!

    ReplyDelete
  11. Kitty ScrapsJune 2, 2009 at 7:01 AM

    Good Morning Miz Diane,
    It's my first time joining in on your party! I love your birdbath. I was just saying to my dh last night how much I wish I had one...I'll have to be on the lookout for one *smiles*

    ReplyDelete
  12. DarleneJune 2, 2009 at 7:50 AM

    I LOVE your birdbath....it is gorgeous in the middle of your beautiful flowers. I'm sure the little birdies enjoy it too!

    ReplyDelete
  13. The Quintessential MagpieJune 2, 2009 at 7:56 AM

    Diane, Jeanne posted for your event, but she must have forgotten to link up! I saw her post this morning over at Backyard Neighbor. She's on vacation, and I think her internet access is limited.

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

    ReplyDelete
  14. KayC.June 2, 2009 at 8:10 AM

    Hi Diane,
    Love the bird bath and your flower bed. It is a great spot for the birds to take a little morning dip!

    ReplyDelete
  15. xinexJune 2, 2009 at 9:12 AM

    I love your bird bath, Diane. It looks so pretty in your front garden....Christine

    ReplyDelete
  16. Christi @ A Southern LifeJune 2, 2009 at 9:28 AM

    Wonderful birdbath and you have a great spot for it where the birds can drink and splash and then hide from any danger.

    ReplyDelete
  17. jeanneJune 2, 2009 at 10:15 AM

    Hi Diane, I love your bird bath. A great find and I too love the vintage concrete things. They just have a nicer feel and look. Your garden setting is beautiful.

    I left you a porch comment today. Trying to catch up.

    Hugs...Jeanne

    ReplyDelete
  18. The MuseJune 2, 2009 at 10:24 AM

    hi Diane! I have love birdbaths for ever so long...My Poppy use to make them...:) Yours looks so cozy nestled among your garden...I bet it makes you smile everytime!

    ReplyDelete
  19. MonicaJune 2, 2009 at 11:03 AM

    What a beautiful birdbath,that's on my list of things to find at a yard sale.Thanks for hosting!

    ReplyDelete
  20. STITCHINPRIMJune 2, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    ♥ OH I LOVE YOUR BIRDBATH.!!!!♥
    I HAVE ONE IN MY FRONT YARD BUT NOT NEARLY AS PRETTY AS YOURS.
    I'M A BIRD WATCHER AND LOVE ALL THE DIFFERENT BIRDS, ESPECIALLY THE COLORFUL ONES.

    THIS IS MY FIRST TIME TO POST ON THIS ONE..
    BLESSINGS,
    MAURINE

    ReplyDelete
  21. Bargain Decorating with LaurieJune 2, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    What a perfect spot for it. With the aged patina, it looks like it's been there for years. laurie

    ReplyDelete
  22. Cass @ That Old HouseJune 2, 2009 at 11:32 AM

    That bird bath has wonderful garden patina! Lovely... and what a smart son you have. :-) Cass

    ReplyDelete
  23. bjJune 2, 2009 at 11:57 AM

    love your birdbath !
    so glad to see mr. linky working..when i first got here this morning, he was no where to be found. *smile...now...he's back!
    Thanks so much for hosting and see, I told you it would grow in numbers....! You are doing great!!

    ReplyDelete
  24. NolaJune 2, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    I adore old birbaths, they have such character. Don't you just wish they could tell their story of what they've seen and heard through the years!

    ReplyDelete
  25. Pat@Back Porch MusingsJune 2, 2009 at 3:24 PM

    I came by this morning and Mr Linky was in hiding. Got busy and just now getting back over here!!

    I love the birdbath. I'd like to have another one.

    ReplyDelete
  26. JenJune 2, 2009 at 3:31 PM

    Love your site, thanks for hosting the party!

    ReplyDelete
  27. DebJune 2, 2009 at 3:54 PM

    What a pretty garden Diane & your 2nd time around birdbath looks wonderful!

    ReplyDelete
  28. Lady KatherineJune 2, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    Love the bird bath, so pretty among the flowers, I can just see the birds flying around!

    ReplyDelete
  29. DebraJune 2, 2009 at 10:04 PM

    I love anything birds. Your bird bath is great! My three pet birds would have a blast.

    I'm sharing for the first time here. Thanks for hosting.

    http://shabbychicjunk.blogspot.com/2009/06/2nd-time-around.html#links

    ReplyDelete
  30. TomarieJune 3, 2009 at 7:46 AM

    Beautiful pics! Your gardens are lovely!! :-) L~

    ReplyDelete
  31. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJune 4, 2009 at 1:50 PM

    Hi Diane
    I love vintage birdbaths. It looks perfect amongst your pretty flowers.
    I've been so busy planning a party for my hubby's BIG birthday! Going to see Grandbaby soon..yay!

    Hugs, Pat

    ReplyDelete
  32. UnknownJune 4, 2009 at 3:33 PM

    What an awesome find! My next door neighbor just got a similar bird bath from an estate sale. It was a little chipped and the owner thought she was crazy for buying it....but that Bird Bath is so cute and looks so great in her yard, she's ecstatic to have gotten it. Now I'm on the lookout for one of my own. :)

    ReplyDelete
  33. SmilingSallyJune 6, 2009 at 12:00 AM

    Great addition to your lovely yard.

    ReplyDelete
  34. anythinggoeshereJune 6, 2009 at 2:15 PM

    What a great birdbath! What a fun idea of the second time around. I might have to join in. I just wrote down your blog address.. Looks like fun...xo Joan

    ReplyDelete
  35. Laura @ the shorehouse.June 10, 2009 at 11:23 PM

    I love it! I found an old bird bath base in the shore house back "yard" (it's about the size of a small bathroom, my "yard" :-) and I've been pondering buying a new basin for it. You have me thinking yes!

    ReplyDelete

Thank you for taking the time to comment on my post. Your comments are welcome. Please come back, and I'll stop by to visit you too!
Diane