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    Home » Thrift Store Finds

    Can Something Be Too Kitschy?

    Published by Pam Kessler | 139 words. · About 1 minute to read this article. - 33 Comments

    I found this bear planter at the antique store yesterday and I was oddly drawn to him.

    "Come sit on my log with me, Pam. I promise not to eat you."

    I use vintage planters in odd ways in different areas of my house.

    I think they're fun to throw stuff in. Pencils, q-tips, notepads, cell phone cords, etc.

    They give a room that little bit of unexpected quirkiness. And isn't that what we all strive for in our home decor? Quirkiness? No?

    But does Mr. Bear cross some kitschy line with you? Have I jumped the shark, so to say, with buying this guy?

    What are your thoughts?

    I have put up a little survey over on the sidebar toward the bottom. I'd love you to weigh in (and you don't even have to get on a scale!).

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    1. susie @ persimmon moon cottage

      April 07, 2013 at 12:30 am

      He is cute and he's got personality. You would have regretted it if you had not bought him.

      Reply
    2. Debbiedoo's

      April 07, 2013 at 7:46 pm

      I think he is so cute Pam...something different. I will go vote now.

      Reply
    3. Laurel@chippingwithcharm

      April 08, 2013 at 7:03 am

      awww...so cute...yes, quirky is always best 🙂

      Reply
    4. DeeAnna

      April 08, 2013 at 6:17 pm

      I'm all for quirky!!

      Reply
    5. Terri

      April 08, 2013 at 8:43 pm

      I always buy with my heart...well except for pretty china plates, I have far too many of those that no one wants to use. But I do buy with my heart in most all thrift areas, so I'd say buy what you love and skip what you merely like.

      Reply
    6. Sarah ~ Magnolias Attic

      April 08, 2013 at 10:28 pm

      Awww, he is very cute -- I think he just wants his tummy scratched. I'd say he's a keeper!

      Reply
    7. Debbie Borthwick

      April 09, 2013 at 8:13 am

      LOL Love the answer choices in the survey!
      He is adorable, and I think would look sweet with succulents planted in him. I know, you don't use your planters as planters, but go wild! Try it!
      Debbie 🙂

      Reply
    8. BeckyKay

      April 09, 2013 at 11:11 am

      He's cute! I'm hoping to use some vintage planters in my craft space when it's finished!

      Reply
    9. Donna Wilkes

      April 09, 2013 at 8:57 pm

      Love the bear. I use old planters in the bathroom to hold make-up and hair stuff. they are pretty and useful.

      Reply
    10. DearHelenHartman

      April 09, 2013 at 9:34 pm

      Always drawn to planters and wall pockets - who needed that many planters anyway? They are so cute.

      Reply
    11. Debra Oliver

      April 11, 2013 at 11:29 pm

      He's adorable! and I agree, so many fun uses for these cuties!

      Reply
    12. Maureen

      April 13, 2013 at 5:45 pm

      I think he is too cute and would have picked him up in a split second. (This from someone who also picked up a vintage pink and green fish planter, so, yeah... I love the kitschy!)

      Reply
    13. Denise Marie

      April 15, 2013 at 7:09 pm

      Love them too! You have inspired me to use mine more.

      Reply
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