Sarah Louise treasure hunter here! Those who know me well know I enjoy searching for special things. Every Summer I spend lots of time combing through the sand for seashells and shark teeth. I bring home bags of beautiful treasures to marvel over.
Note: I'm working on a creative way to store and display them. Currently Vivian & I play with them.
The beach isn't the only place I hunt for treasures. I enjoy collecting rocks & leaves from the mountains, vintage decor from thrift shops, designer pieces from resellers and handmade gifts from small shops.
Here are some of my favorite places to hunt ...
NATURE
I find the most majestic works of art outside.
You can keep them in a keepsake box or on display in shadow boxes or frames.
No one could ever create something as unique or beautiful as the Creator! #facts
Last week I found the ultimate treasure.
A MEGALODON tooth!!!!!
It's been on my bucket list and I even have a trip planned to fossil hunt for one.
These extinct massive sharks lived 3.6-25 million years ago (according to scientists)
and were the largest predators known.
This find is EPIC!
THRIFT & ANTIQUE STORES
I've been hunting here for decades. I find china, silver, linens, art, furniture, books, jewelry .... the list goes on and on! I have an affinity for old things and the stories they hold.
Even my engagement ring is an estate piece dating back to the 1920's.
I often imagine the memories these pieces help make. I can be very sentimental :)
My favorites in Charlotte are: The Assistance League & Sleepy Poet.
When I travel I often visit local stores.
RESALE BOUTIQUES
Consignment shops & resale sites are fantastic places to find unique and designer pieces at a great price.
Here in Charlotte I visit J.T. Posh & Divine Consign.
In Wilmington, Hope Consignment.
For online sites I have been successful shopping on
Poshmark (shop my own closet here later this week!) & Ebay.
HANDMADE SHOPS
Local markets & Etsy are great places to find handmade items from artists.
There is something special about something that's created by hand and is truly one of a kind.
These make the best gifts! Even Instagram is a place to find works from talented makers.
I encourage you to search behind the big box sellers and see what treasures you can find!
FACT: There is no greater place to find eternal treasures of truth, hope, peace and love than in HIS Word!
Start there before seeking anywhere or from anyone else!!!
Vivian's favorite beach treasure is sea glass
Dress Beautifully Treasure Hunting
XOXO Sarah Louise
