The Perfect Match

Do you know what is really cool?

Finding things at completely different garage and thrift sales or anywhere, years apart and then discovering you have an absolutely perfect match! This can happen with bowls, jewelry, clothing, hand bags and almost anything! I have read stories of people finding matches to China, favorite dishes and other similar items when they least expected it. Perfect replacements are included! The amount of years that can go by is uncanny! See, the perfect match or replacement for a lost item can be just around the corner...existing when you weren't paying attention...the synchronicity of it all is so stunning once discovered!

Tip: Take a close look at your own belongings and personal items; is there anything that can be matched up in color, type, year, etc.? Do a side by side comparison!

~ These items were bought years and years apart - they match perfectly! ~

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Happy Fall!

Coffee and Tchotchkes wants to wish everyone a safe and happy Fall, plus all the autumnal goodies you can find at the harvest and fall-themed garage and yard sales this season!

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Back to School Nostalgia

We want to shout out to the back-to-schoolers and some of our more nostalgic readers who remember all of the fun and tactile goodies that we used to bring to school. Things that we would collect and share with our friends, and things that we'd be so happy to be gifted or traded. We so looked forward to bringing them along for the ride during those hectic days in the classroom as youngsters. 

We would prop them on our desks and couldn't wait to share them with our best friends! These "pet" items were so treasured and brought us some comfort and companionship, even for those micro moments between challenging teachers or fellow students!

What do you remember about your early school days? What "pet" items stood out that you used to use and enjoy? What made them memorable? 

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Be An Angel Day ~ August 22, 2026

Spread the kindness wherever you can today and in your own way! The world needs it! You may also share this blog as a kind and friendly gesture with someone you know would appreciate it.

Thank you! 👼

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Christmas in July!

Where did Christmas in July come from? It is so much fun...

Who, What, When, Where, and Why? 

Can you complete the writing prompt?

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What Went Wrong at the Garage Sale?

 

Here's hoping you are dreaming of the beach and imagining yourself doing summer, beachy things when the garage sales go SOUTH!

What are some of your pet peeves about garage sales? Here is a light list to activate your smile and sense of humor!

🤣😄 No address on the listing, this one takes the cake! 🎂 What's the secret?

🤣😄 Neighbors who talk too much to the hosts, there is always one at a garage sale!

🤣😄 Items are too expensive. Where is the church yard sale, people?

🤣😄 No prices on items, estate sales, ah, yes, they are guilty of this!

🤣😄 New in box items that you can't open. How long have they been sitting? Are they really considered new, or has the item been melting in a hot attic? 

🤣😄 Packing up at the slightest drop of rain when you just got there!

I hope this brought some smiles and recognition.

Enjoy the Summer!

C&T

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