I bought this feedsack at an auction today. It might be the cutest feedsack print ever.
Unless this one is.
I don't take my camera to auctions because I'm afraid of misplacing it. If I'd taken it, though, you'd see a photo of a lovely old farm stretched out across gentle hills on a country road, with a series of Burma Shave signs posted along the way. The couple who lived at the farm collected Burma Shave signs.
Most of the stuff that was for sale was farm equipment, so there were lots of nice old farm guys there, several of whom reminded me of my Uncle Don, who's a retired farmer.
The auction was exceptionally well organized and moved right along.
There was fun stuff to look at, like an enormous collection of tractor seats.
It was a little far away, but it was a nice day for a drive, and I was there in a little more than an hour.
I'm bringing out the aprons to rate this auction, and right now we're up to five.
And another one, because I love, love, love midweek auctions.
Besides tractor seats and Burma Shave signs, the couple collected grain sacks and feedsacks. I've never seen so many grain sacks in my life. There were thousands, some flax, some muslin, some burlap. Rice sacks, corn sacks, horse feed sacks, grass seed sacks. Most of them were purchased by a man who flew in from California just to buy the grain sacks. But he wasn't interested in the feedsacks.
Lack of formidable competition is always a plus.
But a perfect auction is a ten-apron auction, and we're lacking three.
So how about an apron for a big, big box of feedsack scraps?
Also, I forgot to award an apron for the really cute feedsacks.
That just leaves us one apron short.
I think buying 190 full feedsacks merits an apron, though.
That's a ten. A great auction. I can't imagine going to one that's better. And I can't wait to show you some of these feedsacks. They're amazing.
WOW!
Posted by: Tina | May 16, 2012 at 05:50 PM
I am so jealous! I don't remember ever seeing a feedsack, but when I do (thanks to you), I'll know and will promptly whisk it away! Did I say I'm jealous?
Posted by: Kat | May 16, 2012 at 06:06 PM
gorgeous! you really hit the jackpot!
Posted by: rae | May 16, 2012 at 06:21 PM
O M G - all that feedsack loveliness parked in your house! Man that really did sound like a 10 apron auction - good for you B!
Posted by: Jewels | May 16, 2012 at 06:24 PM
Wow! They look spectacular. What are your plans for them? Let me know if you have any aqua/red patterns for sale.
Posted by: Gina @ VintageJunkinMyTrunk | May 16, 2012 at 07:22 PM
That is just amazing! don't tell me where you live...they might start to disappear! I LOVE these and can't wait to see more! What an amazing sale....I think I said that already! WOW!
Posted by: Lavender Dreams | May 16, 2012 at 08:15 PM
I just love happy endings. I'm sooooo happy for you. What an amazing stash. Please share them with us in detail. I can't wait to see more.
Posted by: Musings from Kim K. | May 16, 2012 at 08:50 PM
Holy Cow...that purchase does justify your title of the post - BEST AUCTION EVER! Congrats and what fun!
Posted by: laurie mapgie ethel | May 16, 2012 at 09:09 PM
Oh my goodness! Really? 190? That is absolutely incredible. I got excited last year when I found 6 at a garage sale. I thought I hit it big. I can't imagine the thrill you got when you were the winning bid!
Posted by: Shelley Germann | May 16, 2012 at 09:26 PM
These couldn't have gone to a better home. Lucky I wasn't there to bid against you...no I would be too busy trying to find a marker...Yes that is the cutest feedsack ever. Both! Smiles...Renee
Posted by: Renee | May 16, 2012 at 10:21 PM
Bo-NANAZA!! Great haul!
Posted by: kathy | May 16, 2012 at 10:39 PM
What an amazing find. You were made to find them as I know you will wash them and press them and make them as lovely as new. Or lovelier than new, most likely. I especially like the name of your last photo as it has my last name in it. Almost.
Posted by: Shara | May 16, 2012 at 11:43 PM
Oh my!! What a great find!!! A lovely collection!
chris
Posted by: chris mckinley | May 17, 2012 at 12:30 AM
Oh golly, I am SO jealous! Well done you.
Posted by: Hen | May 17, 2012 at 03:30 AM
Congrats! I can't wait to see some pictures! I really love the yellow and white trellis print with the cherries- so cute!
Posted by: Jenny G. | May 17, 2012 at 10:44 AM
You know, sometimes your blog makes me weep, just a bit. Today is one of those days.
Posted by: nanette | May 17, 2012 at 06:17 PM
Holy cow Barbara!
Posted by: Vicki | May 17, 2012 at 09:51 PM
I think I hate you----no wait, I know I do.
Posted by: carolyn | May 17, 2012 at 11:04 PM
I'm speechless.....
Posted by: GeorgiaPeachez | May 18, 2012 at 08:03 AM
How great, that must have been so fun!
Posted by: Sue G | May 19, 2012 at 08:23 AM