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:

ellen b said...

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

Unknown said...

That looks lovely! What a sweet find.

Scooterblu's Whimsy~Rhonda said...

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

Barbara Jean said...

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

Chandy said...

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

Will be joining in soon!

Sharing with Sherri said...

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

Have a wonderful day!
Sherri:)

Christine said...

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

Blessings,
Christine

The Quintessential Magpie said...

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 :-)

Southern Lady said...

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.

Picket said...

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!

Kitty Scraps said...

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*

Darlene said...

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

The Quintessential Magpie said...

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 :-)

KayC. said...

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

xinex said...

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

Christi @ A Southern Life said...

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

jeanne said...

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

The Muse said...

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!

Monica said...

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

STITCHINPRIM said...

♥ 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

Bargain Decorating with Laurie said...

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

Cass @ That Old House said...

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

bj said...

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!!

Nola said...

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!

Pat@Back Porch Musings said...

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.

Jen said...

Love your site, thanks for hosting the party!

Deb said...

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

Lady Katherine said...

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

Debra said...

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

Tomarie said...

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

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

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

Unknown said...

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. :)

SmilingSally said...

Great addition to your lovely yard.

anythinggoeshere said...

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

Laura @ the shorehouse. said...

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!