oddments

But in the case of Joan the recollection of these twin "oddments" might have saved her disappointment.

All Roads Lead to Calvary 1893

Accustomed chiefly to fish, herbs, and roots, the succulent beef had charms which outweighed surprise, and another night was spent in feasting on the "oddments" of the fresh killed beef.

Narrative of the Overland Expedition of the Messrs. Jardine from Rockhampton to Cape York, Northern Queensland Frank Jardine 1880

Besides formal remittances, our friends of 55 Gracechurch Street, sent us occasional presents of fish, fruit, and other acceptable "oddments;" and to the last day I have been in town I could not pass No. 55 without a look of grateful remembrance towards both God and man; and a renewed recognition of that providential guidance, by which life is often insensibly turned into new, pleasant or useful channels.

Autobiography and Other Memorials of Mrs. Gilbert, Formerly Ann Taylor 1874

"oddments" of appeal which sometimes make more or less inferior books readable and readable again -- fresh acquaintance, after a long time, is dangerous.

A History of the French Novel, Vol. 2 To the Close of the 19th Century George Saintsbury 1889

The Berrocco Saige poncho pattern would be a way to use up about 600g of sock yarn - whether new balls or oddments.

Jean's Knitting Jean 2009

His spirit lives on in our enduringly crazy world as Gerken and colleagues deck out the Castlefield with art oddments and oddities.

This week's new exhibitions 2011

Annie Evett has just spent a gruelling (for her) few days sorting out and chucking patchwork scraps and oddments of materials from garments she made more than 20 years ago.

Scrap box inspiration for characters « Write Anything 2010

The familiar, pyramid shaped box which Nico treasured, now resides in its new home of oddments that were once his sanctuary.

Superhero Nation: how to write superhero novels and comic books » CarsonArtist’s Review Forum 2009

Inside were books book-ended by bleached skulls of various sizes and orders, among other oddments.

Stella Bonhomme and the League of Mischief Warren Smith 2012

Unusual challenges can arise turning oddments into hotel rooms.

Sleeping in a Silver Mine Ain't the Ritz, but That's the Point Daniel Michaels 2011