$150 - 5 Drawer Dresser

Nice tapered legs, I also like the varied drawers. Depending on the condition, I think it's a fair price.

Dimensions: 35 inches wide, 41 inches tall, 18 inches deep

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/fuo/2910708042.html

$60 - Wire Chair

I've said it once and I'll say it again - there is nothing wrong with knock-offs. This chair may not be Bertoia, but it would still get the job done...and for a lot cheaper at that (unless I'm missing something, I'd try to talk the price down just a bit).

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/fuo/2850354997.html

$125 - Mid Century Credenza

I don't think this piece has any kind of 'designer' name attached to it...but who cares - the lines are lovely and it looks super functional. The ad doesn't provide dimensions and the condition isn't super clear from the picture...at $125, it's worth a look for sure.

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/fuo/2849073534.html

Pair Gunlocke Chairs

Gunlocke chairs are everywhere on CL lately...here's another pair in black, same as these that I posted on a while back. The ad doesn't give a price. These would look great just about anywhere...

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/fuo/2844170084.html

$90 - Large White Lamp

From the ad: "Large white, art pottery table lamp by Lotte Bostlund Lamps. Though there is no label or marks, the lamp matches the size, form and glaze by Lotte. Plug is non-polarized so it dates from 1960s. Socket takes a 3-way bulb. No harp, finial or shade are provided."

Approximate Size:
Pottery base height: 12.75"
Pottery base diameter: 10.5"
Height to top of socket: 16.5"
Weight: 8.8 lbs.

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/fuo/2830143391.html

$25 - Pair 1960s Lamps

I was drawn to the shades on these - I've never seen anything quite like them...I guess that could be really good or really bad! The picture doesn't give us much detail, but I think they're definitely promising and, at $15 each/$25 for the pair, the price is oh so right.

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/fud/2844415637.html

$120 - 1960s Sunburst Mirror

Though the ad says this mirror is from the 1960's, I think it could go well in tons of decor styles. A nice, large mirror can be pricey no matter where you go...so I'm not sure how this price stacks up with something new...

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/fuo/2839432478.html

$950 - Vintage DUX Sofa

Here's a little splurge for someone looking for something special...the ad says that this DUX couch will probably need upholstering, and that's not cheap. I wish I knew more about DUX (please comment if you do!)...what I do know is they are a highly collectible name and there are tons of shining examples of these pieces on The Google and The Internets. Take a look at these examples - this could be your life!!

Retro at Home

Modern 50

Pinterest

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/fuo/2840467976.html

$80 - MCM Green Glass Table Lamp

I think the price might be a bit high...? But it's still pretty swanky - I love the green and brass look (well, "brass plated steel").

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/fuo/2839273044.html

Mid Century Dresser and Small Credenza

If you're familiar with Mid Century postings on CL, then the background in these photos probably looks familiar - this seller photographs all of his stuff in front of the same white wall. He posts mostly MCM, and I've actually purchased two pieces from him (a walnut coffee table and the below walnut bookshelf with gorgeous tapered legs and glass doors)...

Jose (can you believe that I remember his name?!) has several storage units full of MCM furniture and has some pretty good deals. I went to only purchase the coffee table and came out with the bookshelf after falling in love with it. They seem like a fairly good deal, but I'm not sure how well built these are...I think they're probably worth investigating!

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/fud/2830574804.html

$40 - Mid Century Carafe and Glasses

Oh snap. The ad says that this MCM set of carafe and glasses is "retrolicious." Making up your own words to describe something amazing is always a good thing. I'd buy the set if only for that carafe, just in time for summer saturdays with neighbors...sangria anyone??

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/hsh/2830352396.html

$100 - Vintage John Deere Pedal Tractors!

I'm pretty sure that, if I ever have kids, they will grow to hate me because I'll be the parent who refuses to buy anything new for them (or anything that requires batteries...). They don't make toys like they used to, and they certainly don't make cast metal tractors like these!

In my family, the green and yellow of John Deere is king...our family farm in Tennessee is equipped with (among others) a Model 2030 that's still chugging along. My Grandfather (we call him 'Daddidah') bought it when my dad was a kid, and my cousins and I grew up riding on the wheel wells as my Dad bush hogged around the property - he even taught me to drive it. Good memories;)

The pedal tractors I've found here are eerily similar to the one that my Grandfather bought for my Uncle Tom in 1967 or '68 for $10 at a junk shop in Ethridge, Tennessee...Daddidah remembers Tom riding in circles in the open garage of their Huntsville, Ala. home, tongue hanging out the entire time. How about you make one of those low-tech kinds of memories for yourself? Pick up one of these options and you can do just that - and tell Fisher Price to take a hike while you're at it...

This is a great price - these tractors are highly collectible these days.

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/atq/2793906052.html

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/clt/2829637625.html

Not a John Deere tractor kind of family? Fret not - How about this sweet 40s blue plane pedal cart??

http://easternshore.craigslist.org/atq/2777308656.html

$220 - Green Stoneware Table Lamps

I'm admittedly pretty obsessed with this bright green. I've somehow managed to get it everywhere in my kitchen - salt and pepper grinders, kitchen timer, measuring spoons, spatulas, you name it. The best of course being these priceless salt and pepper shakers gifted by my Mother while I was still in college...

The seller notes that these do not come with a shade - which, with older lamps, is sometimes for the best - an updated shade can give new life like you wouldn't believe! When in doubt about any lamp, buy a new shade before giving up on it - you might suprise yourself. Lamps Plus has a great selection of contemporary shades.

Approximate Size:

Height to top of socket: 16.5"

Widest diameter 9.5"

Height of stoneware base: 12"

Base diameter: 4.5"

Height to top of harp: 23.5"

Weight: 7.2 lbs. each

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/fuo/2826669561.html

Southern Fried Furniture

When I see these classic relics of Americana a few things quickly come to mind:

Old people.

Sweet Tea.

Old people drinking sweet tea.

My parents (unrelated to previous 'old people' reference...)

Hot, quiet, Alabama summer nights.

The green, green grass of my Dad's backyard.

Hickory chips on the grill.

I could go on, but I won't...instead, I'd like to plop down in one of these vintage metal gliders or chairs with my glass of sweet tea (preferably served in a ridiculously large plastic cup leftover from a circa 1994 Auburn football game...). Any one of these Craigslist options would make my DC rowhouse feel miles away from the sirens of Georgia Avenue, the construction of Sherman Avenue, and, most disturbingly, the psychotic wailings of my ill-behaved seven year old neighbor...

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/fuo/2823538622.html

http://frederick.craigslist.org/atq/2738306833.html

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/fuo/2826330741.html

$175 - 1960s Stiffel Lamp

I just know that this is perfect for someone. Its got color, class, and size. A little research (as the seller has done) shows a pair of these lamps ranging from $2-3,000. I love the red shade used on this pair on 1st Dibs. The Stiffel Lamp Company opened in Chicago in 1932 and specialized in a unique foil signature from pewter, brass and bronze. The price is right for a little bit of drama...

Height to top of socket: 32"
Height to top of harp: 38.5"
Height to top of shade: 41"
Ceramic base height: 16"
Ceramic base widest diameter: 7"
Brass Base: 7.5" diameter
Shade: 18" high x 17" bottom diameter x 15.5" top diameter

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/fuo/2824809634.html

$125 - Danish Mid Century Rocker Frame

POW POW! This is a gorgeous frame that, from the looks of it, just needs a little love! The ad speculates that it's either walnut or teak - both of which clean up to a beautiful color. No telling what the joints are like, and you'll need to do a little cushion creation, but it's cheaper and has a million times more personality than this CB2 version.

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/fuo/2804327838.html