{My Weekend} Estate Sale Fail and Vintage Desk Find

I had the opportunity this weekend to hit the estate sale and yard sale scene.  Some weekends are a big win.  Some are big fail.  Unfortunately my shopping excursions fell into the major fail category this time.

I actually attended an estate sale (run by an outside company) that was so poorly run...I left.  Imagine that.  Goes to show you how important it is to plan and organize prior to your sale and to hire the right company if you choose to do so. 

Oh well, it's the thrill of the hunt.  :)

I did however score these adorable vintage mid century school desks.  They were originally from the local catholic school that has since purchased new ones.  My neighbor had obtained them and was going to throw them away.  I'll be giving them a makeover for my two sweet little nieces.  Have I mentioned my two little nieces yet?  I love them so!  They are just over a year apart so my older niece is just slightly bigger than my younger niece.  Just like the desks!  Too perfect.

{photos via Flower Hill Design}

I have plans for these that I'll will be posting.  But, I'm interested to get your creative opinions first!

What would you do with these vintage desks?  Give them a good clean and leave them with their "vintage charm?"  Spray paint them?  Maybe add some modern touches?  Or anything else you can dream up.  Would love to hear!