The Treasure Trove is a little stuffed these days, so I'm holding a 3 for $20 sale on many items, some of them originally individually priced in the $15-$20 range.

I've tagged over 80 posts as "3 for $20" - you can see these items by clicking on the link in the menu on top & to the right!

This promotion will run until Sunday January 17th.

Happy raiding & all the best for 2010!

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Label: Banana Republic
Size: tag says XS, but I say it can fit an S as well
Short-sleeved fitted top in very light lilac. 100% fine Italian merino wool.
Layer with greys and creams for a sophisticated winter palette.
Price: $10

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If there were a Flintstones/Jetsons crossover episode, this is something Wilma might wear when visiting Jane!
This vintage 60s necklace will take a plain crewneck tee or sweater to a whole new stylish level.
Price: only $10!

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Midnight blue velvet belly-dancer skirt, with long strands of shimmering silver & white beads that sway in a most bewitching way when you walk, let alone shake yer money-maker.
Elasticized waistband, I'd say this is a medium.
Price: $15

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This little '50s darlin' is made for toting some serious weight (it had a 12 lb bowling ball in it when I chanced upon it!), and would make a nifty every day satchel.
Kelly green leather with wide off-white stripes and handles.
A few minor scratches on it, but is in excellent shape.
Price: $20

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Nifty folding mirror in solid wood frame from the Bombay Company.
Measures 8 1/4" by almost 12"
Price: $20

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• Vintage kelly green leather bowling bag with white handles & stripes
  
• Set of 4 1970s stoneware mugs & saucers, by Franciscan England
  
• Banana Republic XS merino wool short-sleeved top, in lilac
• Bedo S angora long-sleeved bolero sweater with satin ribbon
• Vintage yellow glass serving dish
  

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I wish you all a hale & heartfelt holiday season,
and only the BEST for 2010!

I'm starting a marathon session of gift-wrapping, and then begins 3 frantic and wonderful days of family, friends & food! I wanted to let you know that the treasure trove will be back up and running on the 27th, though I certainly won't be. Running, that is. Not with all the excess turkey weight. Oh. My.

Also, I thought I'd share a two last minute craft ideas with you:

• adorable DIY tree or gift matrioshka ornament project
• a quick & easy cinnamon star

AND one yummylicious recipe!

• Butternut Squash + Pomegranate Galette

AND...some holiday cheer :)

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I must gird myself for a last minute holiday dash!

In the meantime, enjoy this snazzy little tune (hit play, close yer eyes, and tap them toes!)

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Is it too pretty to be a swear box? And does anyone even do that any more?
This colourful tin coin bank was produced in the 1950s-1960s based on the company mark on the bottom. It is marked Blue Bird Confectionery Harry Vincent Limited Hunnington Worcestershire England and was likely a toffee box.
Measures about 5½" long by 2" wide by 2½" tall
Price: $10

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Ceramic seahorse, hand-painted (lead free paint), made in Mexico.
He stands 9.5" tall and is ready to hang - he's been presiding over our kitchen for a few months :)
Price: $10

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Protect your gourmet teas and keep them fresh with this elegant stainless steel tea caddy or tea tin.
Durable & light weight, this beautiful tea caddy is 7.5" tall and is embossed with a traditional Chinese scene.
Price: $10

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Rich warm colour abounds in this vintage 70s snakeskin purse!
The long thin strap can tuck into the bag if you'd like to use it as a clutch.
Price: $25

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This cheery yellow & green drip ware beer jug (1970s) is the perfect stocking stuffer for the powerfully thirsty! Standing close to 8" in height, that's a lot of suds. Pairing this Laurentian pottery piece (marked 160 Canada on the bottom) with some of St Ambroise's award winning flagship ale would make for a thoughtful & local gift.
Price: $15

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Doric K&E Co. 1940s or 50s draftsman's tool set. Made in Germany.
In original leather case, lined in green velvet.
Missing one piece. Great for architecture buffs!
Price: $20

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Angora-blend long-sleeved top with a sweet English Rose floral print, 1980s.
Size: a roomy Medium - this is a boxier cut.
Super snuggly soft and oh so warm!
Price: $10

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We've only got plain white and clear dinnerware at home, and lately I've been wanting to jazz things up with some Scandinavian-inspired colour. I tried this set, but it is not quite what I was looking for. Perhaps you'll make better use of it than I!
Set of 3 Gibson USA mugs, saucers and bowls. (9 items total.)
Price: $15

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Greetings, dear treasure trove raiders!

I'm on vacation this week so am much more flexible in terms of meeting times/places. I'm happy to meet at a metro station, preferably Vendome, Lionel-Groulx, or the green or orange lines between Berri & Lionel-Groulx.

The trove will be active up until the 23rd, then will start back up again on the 26th or 27th.

Happy raiding!

MJ

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Have a plain red or navy (or even black) wool coat? Cinch this vintage woven rope belt around your waist to take it from ok to dynamite :) The dark part of the belt is a deep navy, not black as it appears in the photo.
Size: S/M
Price: $10

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Egyptian style, without the pharoahs and cats ;)
Three stylized brass herons support a shallow tealight bowl.
Bowl has etched and/or hammered detail.
Price: $10

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Dusty rose one-button lady-like blazer, sharply tailored, wool/silk blend.
Soft lining in pretty floral print.
Label: unknown
Size: S/M (I'd say a 6-8)
Price: $20

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Silverplate mark: Maxfield & Sons of Sheffield
Late 19th century
Gorgeous, somewhat tarnished, antique silverplate serving basket.
4" tall, 9.5" diameter.
Price: $30

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Small 80s purse, leather, with gold contrast thread. In very good condition, inside and out. Made in Canada.
This would make a nice stocking stuffer, or a thoughtful "first purse" gift for a girl, especially if you included a light lip gloss, a small notebook and a pretty pen!
Price: $10

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She's a little tarnished (see close up photo below - tarnish is around her arms) but still quite lovely and ready to put out the candles at the end of a successful dinner! The handle is 9" long. Vintage item, 1960s.
Price: $15

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