Autumn - perhaps time for a picnic.

I parked in front of a really tacky thrift shop when popping into my local Aldi on Monday

to pick up zucchini, squash, cauliflower, mushrooms etc. for soups - prices half of what you 

pay at the big grocery chains. 

Anyway, this thrift shop is rather nasty but I thought as I was right in front of the door I'd 

toss the veggies in the car and run in for a quick look before leaving.

Who knows, maybe some unexpected treasure would be discovered.

Since my lovely friend Vanessa moved away, and I no longer have a booth at SuzAnna's 

Antiques with her, visiting places such as thrift shops seems to have come to a halt.

My creative juices have dried up lately, but with the cooler weather on the way, I'm feeling 

more like getting out and doing some treasure hunting again!

So, what did I find?

Bob and I have decided we need to get out and visit more of North Carolina, 
especially places we can see during a fun day trip, or perhaps an overnight if we 
want to go a little further.

One item we keep meaning to replace is the old worn out picnic basket which we 
actually threw out a couple of years ago. It would be nice to pack a light lunch, an 
afternoon tea. . . . . or an aperitif if we decide to stay the night and don't have to drive home.

I was thrilled to find the woven basket sitting on a shelf, empty of course, 
but in great condition, no stains or rips in the dark green check lining fabric, 
closure and handles all in great shape.

I asked them if they could discount the price as there were no picnic accessories 

included - they took $1 off and I purchased happily for $6.99 - a bargain!

I thought I'd gussie it up a bit and add some of my pretty antique china and 

serving utensils before taking photos to share with you. 

Of course I will use more utilitarian 

accouterments for a real picnic . . . . . . but no plastic I promise!

Don't you think it's a cute basket, and such an unusual shape which makes 

it look quite vintage.

Do you. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 Like to picnic?

Have a special basket?

Consider picnicking on golden Autumn days?

Would you like to come along on a picnic some day?

See you in the country!