Old lace, vintage buttons, my mother-in-law's favorite embroideryhoop, and one of my own Hearts Desire Forget-me-not hearts.
When I was in Sarasota this week, a friend gave me a scrumptious
assortment of handmade laces - all crocheted or knitted by her!
These are breathtakingly beautiful in shades of white,
cream and all the other colors of "vintage"...
timeworn, special and loved. I'm sure you can imagine
how excited I was when I realized the gift I was given.
Now, they're mine...all mine...
with promises of more to add to the collection.
All are pieces I will use, enjoy, share and treasure as she did.
From a friend with a great many talents
to
this very grateful protege'.
Please visit Button Floozies on Saturday, too. I've gone through my button boxes and found some real beauties to share. Here's the link: Button Floozies
Oooohhhh! What treasures your friend has gifted you with! She must think you are very special to her, indeed! She knows you can appreciate all the time and effort that went into making them. What beautiful gifts and friend!
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Hi dear Donna!
ReplyDeleteNow that's a great friend!
And that's the thing about giving you pretties such as she did, it's with the utmost confidence that you will most certainly create something spectacular....and usually in record time, no less!
Have a wonderful weekend! Love you bunches!
Anne
Hi Donna, what a yummy collection of buttons and laces. Even better when you know the person they are from! Have a wonderful weekend,
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Debra
What a beautiful gift!
ReplyDeleteGoosebumps! They're gorgeous! I gently hold some of the intricate pieces we have collected and wonder, "What was she like? What were her thoughts as she made these... was it a favorite pass time of hers..."
ReplyDeleteSuch treasures shared~
Hope your weekend is wonderful!
Michelle
Very nice-I love adding lace detail to my creations :)
ReplyDeleteGreat button photo over at Button Floozies too!
WOW!!! Your friend has given you a beautiful gift, they are so yummy!!! Love your photos today.
ReplyDeleteDebby
Hi Donna! Such a beautiful gift of gorgeous treasures! (The picture you took is so gorgeous also!) I know you'll make some wonderful things with those precious goodies! Have a fun weekend! xoxo Paulette
ReplyDeleteThose laces are beautiful - I can't believe that she made them herself. What a wonderful treasure you received.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, what gorgeousness! I am in awe of her talents.
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Claudia
Such beautiful items and she did a lovely job on them. I know they'll always be special to you!
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Doni
What beautiful treasures! How nice of your friend to share them with you. But then, what are friends for? It's all about sharing and caring for each other. Enjoy! Theresa
ReplyDeletelucky lucky you... i wish!
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely treasures you have there and especially they were hand crafted by her. Each time you look at them you will always be reminded of her thoughtfulness.
ReplyDeleteI have some lovely antique lace, I so want to make something with them but then I like them just to hold and look at. I have a lovely blue crochet doily from a friend, it graces the night table in the guest room. Its where I also sit each day when I am on the computer. I look over and its there saying "Hello".
A treasure trove! Enjoy. xx
ReplyDeleteOooo! Good for you! What treasures!
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~Michele
Those are so yummy! I love that square one. Is it like a frame???? So beautiful!
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