You all know I like a deal. Cheap is my middle name after all.
So how about an affordable alternative to the popular metal rotating 3 tier vintage hardware bins which are pretty much a staple in modern country, farmhouse and industrial home decor?
Heck, I've seen them used in craft rooms, kitchens, dining rooms. Just about anywhere you want to organize something.
You know what I'm talking about, right? They look like this one I found at Wayfair:
Cost: $331.99
Mine: $19.99 (OK, less than that because I had a 20% off coupon)
Savings: $312.00!!!
What? No way?
Where'd you get that, Pam?
Well, I was out shopping with my husband at Harbor Freight the other day.
I know what you're thinking. "You went to an actual store, rather than a thrift store? What is wrong with you?"
I do venture to non-thrift stores. Occasionally. If I'm forced to.
Anyhow, in case you haven't been there before, they have inexpensive hammers, motorcycle lifts and miter saws. Basically a tool store. For instance, I bought my steel stamps at Harbor Freight that I used in my Silverware Stamping Tutorial.
So I'm just walking along trying to not be BORED OUT OF MY MIND and I run across this cool rotating parts bin.
Now, I must warn you. It's in a box. And you have to put it together. As in many screws. Many, many screws.
But $312.00 buys me a lot of patience.
Here's the link to the bin from their online site - Revolving Parts Tray
I just had to share my glee in finding a cool deal outside of a thrift store 🙂
Marci
I just Googled this store and there is one a few miles from me! I never even heard of it but you can bet I will be there tomorrow!
Shara
16020081 will get you 20% off online until 1/31/15 for a price of $15.99 + $6.99 Fed Ex Shipping. I just ordered one too - great for my shows and my piddly junk! Thank you!
Gwen
What is it made of? Plastic or metal? Dimensions? Thank you.
Pam Kessler
It's metal. And it's 18" tall by 12" wide.
TARYTERRE
Like the bin. Good for you finding something at a bargain somewhere other than thrift. ENJOY!
Shirley Hatfield
I have that as well as the red cart...but wasn't it fun putting in all of those screws? =D
Bonnie Banks
I LOVE Harbor Freight! My dad had a hardware store when I was a teen and I learned a lot about all kinds of stuff. It never occurred to me to look for one of these things there! AND I see that you bought metal stamps there too! That in itself is a Godsend idea for me!!! I've been looking but had no idea where else other than a craft shop to go looking for these things! You have helped me tremendously with this post! Found you via Vicki O'Dell 🙂
Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces
Great find! We sold our giant one last summer...with not doing shows anymore, it was really taking up garage space. I do have one vintage table top bin that I love, but I would love to have more as they are so great for studio storage. These are a great price~ thanks for sharing!
sweetvintageofmine
AWESOME!! What a great buy~~~and unique ways to use them! Blessings~~~Roxie
Heidi@TheMerryMagpieVintage
MIND. BLOWN. Googling the nearest Harbor Freight store right now....
Barbara Anderson
That's pretty darn cool! Thanks for posting about it.
Faye
I bought 2 last month but haven't had time to post them. I have one filled and one needs to be put together yet. They are fun.
Vicki@MorePowerfulBeyondMeasure
It pays to read the entire post...was just catching the high points (my dogs think I need to take them outside) and saw the $331.99 one!I was thinking how I was going to tell you I ask for this from Harbor Freight for Christmas...the hint was not taken so I will have to get my own!! I screamed NO PAM! when I saw the expensive one...surely you didn't think that was cheap...LOL!! Whew...then I read the rest of the post...isn't that something? I love it!!! Got my stamping tools there too. I think I will be ordering this for MYSELF today...maybe 2, that should teach 'em! Hope you are having a wonderful 2015! Best, Vicki
monkey
golly gee whiz what a find love it a lot, pin buttons don't bother me at all i do forget to use them sometimes but i pinned this xx
Musings from Kim K.
I'm showing this to my husband. He frequents Harbor Freight all the time. This is a wonderful find. Well done.
Joanne Noragon
I also love the mileage you're getting from the twine wrapped clothes pin! 🙂
As for Pinterest, I just don't get it, so don't worry about me.
Linda
Great find, Pam! Always something interesting at Harbor Freight. Their wooden workbench is my favorite. Linda@Wetcreek Blog