I had not been to the thrift store for a long, long time. Generally, in the summer I concentrate on garage sales and in the winter I get my fix at the thrift stores. But garage sales are slowing down around here, so off to the local thrift store I went.
I saw this sitting on the top shelf in the brass section (even though it was just dirty, not brass) and I was drawn to it. Maybe it was the whole being “misidentified by outer appearances” thing that drew me in.
Or maybe because of this handle. OK, it was because of the handle. It looks like it’s Bakelite.
It has this weird pour spout. The cap on the spout unscrews and the spout has a strainer type thing in it.
So the question is: Would you buy something that you have no idea what it is, based on the fact that it may have a Bakelite handle?
Is this normal thrift store behavior? Or is this the start of my life as a hoarder?
FYI – after bringing it home and Googling it, I found that it is a cocktail shaker. Haven’t made a cocktail in many years. Correction – have not made a cocktail that needed a shaker EVER. (And I was a bartender at one point – not a lot of college students were drinking martinis in those days).
If I told you it was only 90 cents, would you have bought it then?
Olive Cooper
To both questions yes. If I had not started consigning some of my things and then buying things to sell I do not wish to know what would have become of me. Yard sales here are getting thin and yucky too.
MamaMonki
Yep I definitely would have bought it and then used that as an excuse to host a girls night and make lemon drop martinis! Great find!
NanaDiana
Love it Pam! I hope you aren’t going to take up drinking now that you have a COCKTAIL SHAKER WITH A POSSIBLE BAKELITE handle! Just sayin….xo Diana
suzieQ
I so would have bought that, since I already have one like it, but with a metal handle, so I knew what it was right away. How can you beat the price and I have an affinity for anything old and unique. I have to learn how to sell on line because my house looks like a thrift store. A nice thrift store, full of unique items.
Gail @ Faithfulness Farm
yes, that is a vintage cocktail shaker, yes that handle appears to be bakelite and YES I would have bought it — lucky, lucky you!! Enjoy it Pam 🙂
Blessings!
Gail
A Rosy Note
It kind of looks like a thermos with a handle and spout. I would’ve never guessed it was for cocktails. At that price I would’ve wanted to get it too 🙂
carol ann
Yes, I would have bought it just for the handle!
Tete
Yes, yes and yes…I think it’s cute. So…is it bakelite?
refresh reStyle
I would love to have that shaker! I’ll give you double for it ($1.80)! You got a great deal!
Debbie
Into Vintage
Four yeses, you hoarder, you. 😉
BTW – I too am a summer-yard-saler-winter-thrifter.
Karena
Yes, If I loved it I would buy it especially at the right price! Love the handle.
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Sandy
Yes and Yes! Believe me, I just got done watching an episode of the show “Hoarders” and NONE of us are one! I have to turn it off when they start trying to help them, they are so sick!!!!!
This is so unique and I just love that red handle!!!! Nothing at my Goodwill is ever that inexpensive! Congrats on a great find! Sandy
Honey at 2805
Yes, I would have bought it, especially since it has a bakelite handle! Hoarders? From the looks of the photos around blogland, I don’t think we have gotten to that stage yet!
I hope you will bring one of your projects to my first Potpourri Friday Party this week – Friday, September 2. Link-up starts on Thursday afternoon. Without a doubt, your participation will help make the party better!
Honey at 2805
Yes, I would have bought it, especially since it has a bakelite handle! Hoarders? From the looks of the photos around blogland, I don’t think we have gotten to that stage yet!
I hope you will bring one of your projects to my first Potpourri Friday Party this week – Friday, September 2. Link-up starts on Thursday afternoon. Without a doubt, your participation will help make the party better!
JunqueMagnet
Bakelite = Buy. I currently have two bakelite view masters because…they are Bakelite (although I am supposed to sell them).Now Bakelite at $0.90 is a no brainer!Enjoy and head out to hunt some more.
GIO
LUV IT!!! YOU LUCKY GAL 🙂
circadee.com
This is a great find! What a steal too. I can picture it as a great vase too. The strainer could act as a floral frog…maybe. Thanks for stopping by!
Youaretalkingtoomuch.com
LOVE IT! I would buy it for a $1.00 from you! ; ) Think of the profit! Love your style! Found you through Coastal charm. Let me know where to send my dollar : ) Love, Me www.youaretalkingtoomuch.com
Kathe
Oh yeah I would have bought it in a heartbeat! I would have cleaned it up and hidden it away to surprise Mr. B at Christmas. He would just love it! Great deal at .90 too!
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Yes, I would have been drawn to the handle immediately…and I would have been hooked at the price tag! Great score!!!
Sarah
Yes, I would have bought it even before you said it was less than a $. What a find. Love the handle. 😉
Makes me want to go a thrifting……Sarah
ImSoVintage
Wonderful find, and yes it is a cocktail shaker. I have had one for many years, but not with that fabulous handle. Happy to be a new follower from Thrifty Tuesday.
Laura
Helen and her Daughters
I would have bought it, it is gorgeous!
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Pam,
Yes…I would have bought it…so many places to display this beauty.
Blessings,
Linda
Kim K.
What a fun purchase and a great excuse to make cosmopolitans. It would be a great vase too. I especially love the handle!!
Linda @ A La Carte
YES!!! As I’m reading down I say love the handle, then you say of course that you love the handle that does look like bakelite and then I know it’s a cocktail shaker and it’s fabulous! Oh and the price…you stole that! I’m in love with it’s lines, the color of the handle and even it’s use! Great find! ~~Linda
Erin
Oh yes, I would have bought it! It is really unusual and FABULOUS! Terrific find!
Jane
Oh my gosh…YES…I would have bought that in a heart beat!! And I would have paid more than 90 cents for it!! What a great piece, you did good my friend!! It really cleaned up nice.
Jane
Karen G @ It's Still Life
$.90 is a steal. Yep,would have bought it because of its curves.
Laurel
Yes, I buy LOTS of things that I have no idea what they are…just because I like the shape, price, whatever. Fun find 🙂 Laurel
Curtains In My Tree
Honey that would have came right home with me red baklite handle and all
Janice
Rose @ Confessions of a Curbshopaholic
Yes, I buy things I don’t know what they are, and Yes! I would buy for .90 for sure!
If I bought it I would probably have to build a bar to use it in….just saying.
Enjoy your new find!
andrea
It’s very retro-fancy! Did you find out for sure if it is Bakelite and does that up the value for you on it?? The handle has a really cool formation goin’ on. andrea @ townandprairie
Cindy
I would have totally purchased the shaker and used it for the purpose for which it was created! 🙂