World's Longest Yard Sale: Roadside Finds

The past two days, we visited Van Wert and Celina. Let's see what was found along the route.

Wooden shelf $2

Floral picture frame $1
Assorted doilies $6

Goldtone wire basket $1

Next year, I'd like to go on Thursday and/or Friday. I'm sure I missed a lot of great stuff because I went on the third day. I think I will "train" for a couple weeks prior to the sale as well.

I hope you've enjoyed my little snippet of the World's Longest Yard Sale. Make it a great day! La

I will be linking to Show and Tell at Blue Cricket Designs.

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World's Longest Yard Sale: Celina, Ohio

Yesterday, I recapped the Route 127 Corridor Sale in Van Wert, Ohio. Today, let's move south on Rt. 127 to Celina, Ohio.

Celina is situated on the western shores of Grand Lake St. Marys. Honestly, I got a little side tracked in Celina as I set out to find the shoreline. Little did I know, had I stayed the course on 127, I would eventually get to the lake. What's an adventure without some exploration?


Grand Lake St. Marys is the largest inland lake in Ohio and lies in Mercer and Auglaize Counties. It is extremely shallow at 5-7 feet so you will mostly see pontoons on the lake.

It was after 1:00 by the time I reached Celina and my string cheese and grapes had long worn off. I set out to find a shoreline restaurant with a view. I found, just off 127, the Dockside Grill.

This little restaurant reminded me so much of Florida. In essence, you are sitting on a big porch with the summer breeze helped along with big ceiling fans. The rafters were decorated with funky T-shirts and the view was beautiful.

After lunch, I continued south on Rt. 127. My first stop was my favorite of the day. Those Girls, LLC. is a little shop of delight for anyone who loves home decor. As I looked around, I found myself thinking of all of you as I saw things you would love.

In their spacious yard individuals were set up under tents offering their wares. Everything at this stop was high quality so I'm not sure if the owners set guidelines for what is offered.

Here are my Celina finds.

I bought this at Those Girls, LLC.
Isn't it dainty and sweet?

This is the little bag she used for my purchase.
Her granddaughter decorates them. Adorable!

I bought something else at this stop, but it is a Christmas present. I will share it with you after the holidays....cliff hanger. I spent less than $20 in Celaina, and half that was on lunch.

Linking up to Linda's party. Stop over and see what everyone else is up to.

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World's Longest Yard Sale: Van Wert, Ohio

Hello Friends!

I am worn out today. I'm in fairly good condition; I walk at least a mile a day, and I always take the stairs to my third floor cubicle at work. I felt well prepared for yesterday's shopping marathon. Silly, silly woman.

Yesterday, marked my maiden voyage to the 23rd annual World's Longest Yard Sale . If you are unfamiliar with the sale, also known as the Route 127 Corridor Sale, it is 675 miles of yard sales. I know! It runs from Hudson, Michigan south to Gadsden, Alabama.

I packed some healthy snacks, string cheese and grapes, and several bottles of water. Sporting comfortable shorts, a sleeveless top, white cotton socks, tennis shoes and sunglasses the "bus" (my car) set off at 8:00 AM.

My trek began in Van Wert, Ohio. Van Wert is an hour and a half drive northwest from my home. It is a beautiful town with amazing architecture and friendly people. Next to the parking lot, was the county historical museum. Let's take a look.

An old homestead on the museum grounds.

Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your hair,

so that I may climb the golden stair.

Oh yeah, I did do some shopping in Van Wert, too.

Grand total expenditure in Van Wert: $1.75. Woohoo! Let's move on to Celina.

Let's party! Join me at Rhoda's and Debbie's.