Champagne Taste on a Beer Pocketbook by Weezilou

Champagne Taste on a Beer Pocketbook

(Am I the only one who heard that phrase growing up?)

I took this to represent my little purchases at the Art Gallery Attic Sale that was held this morning. The most expensive item in this picture was $5. As I unpacked my new-to-me treasures, I thought some of them might make a lovely arrangement. Since I take the photos for the gallery events (and did so at the sale this morning), I thought this would be a good way to show what was missed if one hadn't attended!

As for myself, I was pretty happy, and happier still that it was already useful for a photo!
Such a pretty scene! I've heard of that expression but instead of 'pocketbook' it is with 'budget' instead.
November 13th, 2016  
What a lovely arrangement of treasures. The teacup and saucer would've definitely caught my eye at the sale. Good thinking, using this photo to show others what they missed out on by not being at the event.
November 13th, 2016  
@kwind Thanks, Kim. I always wondered if it came out of the Depression Era...
November 13th, 2016  
@lyndemc Since the sale is the end of the year fund raiser for the gallery, it was just a way to show a fraction of what had been available. Maybe they need a photo like this to kick off the show next year and draw people in. Of course "this isn't everyone's cup of tea"...
November 13th, 2016  
Here in UK it's champagne taste with a beery income! Your shot is very civilized!
November 13th, 2016  
yes I've heard it too but with the word budget. Guess it depends where you come from. Love the cup and saucer and I think it would be a great advertisement for next year
November 13th, 2016  
This is so attractive Louise. However i think the most beautiful 'objects' are the hydrangeas, which I might guess were for free! :-) fav
November 13th, 2016  
@Cherrill Thanks, m'friend! In reply, the answer is, "...but of course!" From my front garden, I keep bringing them inside, hoping they'll dry over the winter, but they're so fresh still, they're not ready to give up! (And when I picked up that little compote, I thought it would look sweet with the flowers in it....)
November 13th, 2016  
You have done a very good job of this photograph
November 13th, 2016  
substitute budget for pocket book and the answer is YES
November 13th, 2016  
Lovely still life, colors
November 13th, 2016  
beautiful colours & that cup is delightful! :)
November 14th, 2016  
Never heard it before!! lovely collection
November 14th, 2016  
Lovely still life! Looks like you got some bargains and so useful for your photography. Never heard that phrase before.
November 14th, 2016  
A wonderful artistic still life. I like the story behind the image as well.
November 14th, 2016  
Nope, I remember hearing that as a kid........ Very pretty and expensive looking.
November 14th, 2016  
The quote is like Chinese to me . Like the table setting. Although I prefer modern style I can enjoy the old fashion too. I explain it by .. to understand the paintings of Mondriaan you have to love those of Rembrandt first.
November 16th, 2016  
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