Can you believe it's time for another Silver Sunday already?You may remember the Nantucket basket napkin rings and bowl I shared
recently, but I neglected to share the matching stir sticks for the set.
Those Nantucket basket motif items really seemed to be a hit
last time I showed them on my blog, so knew I had to show these to you!
They're silver, too...but I'm not much of a polisher. Sorry.
I think this is the last of my silver "basketry", although I do have a
tiny gold Nantucket basket necklace that Handsome
gave me on a past visit to see his brother.
It even has a teeny, tiny penny inside
just like the trademark woven handbags.
Those Nantucket basket motif items really seemed to be a hit
last time I showed them on my blog, so knew I had to show these to you!
They're silver, too...but I'm not much of a polisher. Sorry.
I think this is the last of my silver "basketry", although I do have a
tiny gold Nantucket basket necklace that Handsome
gave me on a past visit to see his brother.
It even has a teeny, tiny penny inside
just like the trademark woven handbags.
When you live in Florida - even if it's not right on the water - seashellsseem to be a recurring theme. So, interspersed with all my acorns, you'll
find the occasional seashell - or twenty. I have this little silver container
that holds my silver seashell-topped hors d'oeuvre forks.
Just a little shimmer to add to a banquet, buffet or brunch for two!
Finally today, I'd like to share one of my oldest and most cherishedsilver necklaces. This was a high school graduation gift to me from
dear family friends about...ahem...35 years ago (close enough!).
It's Danish and features a chickory plant with blossoms.
I lived in rural Wisconsin before moving to Florida.
There, you find chickory growing everywhere -
from fields to farm roads - a riot of soft blue blossoms
reminding you of the beauty of summer in the Midwest.
I miss seeing them.
Isn't it wonderful how something personal like this can
also instantly bring back fond memories?
Thank you, Beth, for hosting another Silver Sunday, and the opportunityto "bring and brag" on some of our shiny, tarnished and prized silver.
Please be sure to visit Beth at Gypsy Fish Journal
to see what the rest of the gang is showing off today!
Donna, Love the silver stirs, I missed the matching pieces, but I am sure they were equally beautiful.
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Barbara
Donna amor, I love your silver pieces...I too don't do polish very well :) if my mama knew..she would take all my pretties away...but I grew up having to polish everything before big family todo's and I hated it and still do lol thank goodness I like the tarnished look, it is an excuse for my laziness :) Hope your having a lovely weekend! Besos, Rose
ReplyDeleteHi, I like this sticks. They are very practical to use for different occasions. And what a charming necklace with lots of memories. Thanks for sharing. Have a nice Silver-Sunday.
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Your stir sticks are very pretty, as well as the forks! How pretty they all are!
ReplyDeleteLinda
Love this post...I think it's so awesome when I find a piece that evokes a precious memory that I had forgotten. Thanks for coming to the party.....see you next month!
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Beth
Donna, those stir sticks are a wonderful completion to your set. I really love the Nantucket baskets...I am going to get one some day!!! I think that it would be a treasure. I love the silver necklace......gifts like that are so special.
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I am off for a week but I will check back when I get home......you will probably have twenty projects done!!! I haven't checked your list yet, but it must be close!!! I have to go to Cuba for my step daughter's wedding, so because of my Lupus I will be inside the hotel. Should be able to get lots of stitching done!!!!
Have a great week!
Hugs,
Margaret B
Fabulous collection of stir sticks. Love the little baskets with all the intricate detail.
ReplyDeleteThose stir sticks are so pretty, love the detail on them! Happy SS, Theresa
ReplyDeleteWow - everything is so pretty! I personally have always preferred silver to gold. And how I can definitely see why. How I love that necklace of yours. It's stunning and I've never seen anything like it before. What a treasure!!! Enjoy the rest of your Sunday...Theresa
ReplyDeleteNow red I have a lot of. Silver, no. But I love to look at other blogs' silver!
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Lovely stir sticks! :) I'll have to go read more about Silver Sunday. Sounds like fun!
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting my blog, entering the giveaway, and leaving a link on your blog for others to come by as well! Now that's a mouth full! :D xo.
*blush* Excuse me! "Mouthful!*
ReplyDeleteI'm really into seashells lately, so I'm coveting those awesome stir sticks!
ReplyDeleteHey, I think I spotted something new in your Etsy, looks like a cool hat, I'm off to go check! :-)
XO,
Anne
False alarm, it was a pincushion.
ReplyDeleteBut it's still cool. :-)
Anne
Quite some pretty things your are sharing today. I have very little silver so I would not last very long if I participated in Silver Sunday so I usually just hop around and check out what some of your have. I received the bookmark this week and just had a chance to post about it today. Thanks again for such a neat gift. I am going to tell the truth, that I am gifting to my oldest daughter who loves Alice things so much I feel as though I must pass it on to her. But she will treasure it I promise!
ReplyDeleteYou are right about the silver. The only silver I really have is my silverware that was a wedding gift along time ago and a couple of silver trays. I like looking at all the pieces you and others have. I have been playing with my blog and trying new things, but I decided reading blogs was much more fun. Have a wonderful week.
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Hi Donna! I sooo love the basket stirrers. I remember your Nantucket baskets! Adorable. That is such a wonderful necklace, too. I just love things that bring back sweet memories of times gone by!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you stopped by for a visit!
Happy Silver Sunday!
Big TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents
I love the necklace, I have never seen one like that. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSilver polishing is a bit over rated anyhow. Lovely collections!
ReplyDeleteMarcie
I don't like to polish either--I like the unpolished look actually. These are beautiful. Thanks for sharing. ; )
ReplyDelete~Michele
Hi Donna ~
ReplyDeleteI'm still here playing catch up on all the S.S. post & extra posts I missed (I really miss out when I have to work all weekend) Your Silver Postings are so Pretty, the little baskets are beautiful, but the Necklace is Very Special ~ Thanks for Sharing...
Also, Fabulous Gown ~ can't believe how Beautiful it is in the Photo, I bet in Person it Is Breathtaking~ Can't wait to see the actual Wedding Photos, when it happens & You Share....
Have a Wonderful Week
Donna, you have such a beautiful collection of silver, and I love reading your little stories and memories about each piece! Those little sea shell forks are too precious! xoxo Paulette
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