Showing posts with label vintage pins. Show all posts
Showing posts with label vintage pins. Show all posts

August 3, 2024

Surprise Mail...

An unexpected package arrived in the mail yesterday from my dear friend in Arizona. Imagine my delight when I found not only an assortment of lovely metallic threads, but these treasures inside, as well.

The book comes with a glowing review from my friend, and I look forward to reading every page (at least once). There's a lovely bookmark inside to mark my place, too. It's been a little anxious around here lately, so the book is going to be a welcome read. I expect it will become quite dog-eared as I work my way through it.

The fabric case behind it was created just for me. When I sent off a recent box, filled with an assortment of fabric to her, she commissioned a local friend to make some things for her using this fabric (which I knew she'd love). Never in a million years did I expect her to ask her friend to create something wonderful for me at the same time. The closure is a large, vintage pendant repurposed for this application. I think it's just perfect! Now, when I use the case, I know that my dear friend will be using hers in the exact same fabric. 

This package made my month, to be honest. Handsome continues to improve and life is getting back to our normal, but I admit, these gifts really lifted my spirits. Thank you, dear C. You knew just what I needed, and this long-distance hug from you is so appreciated. I love, love, love everything! You'll hear from me again soon. xoxoxo

June 4, 2010

Twinkle, Twinkle...

I've been playing around with the super macro feature on my camera
and I found the perfect subjects for yesterday's photo shoot.

I have a collection of Handsome's aunt's vintage costume jewelry pins.
They're really beautiful, and these are just a few of them.
I really love the flower pin in the first picture.
The colors of the stones are soft and subtle, and goes with everything!
Aunt Eula really loved bling, and her personality was
as flamboyant as her jewelry. She was a true one-of-a-kind.
This pin is really brilliant!
I think the blues and lavenders are especially vivid.

I don't wear them as much as I'd like to, but I just
found something that will make them even more versatile.
Simply open the pin mechanism and slide this on. Then, close the pin.
Run a chain through the loop and you can wear your pin as a necklace.
Isn't this a great idea?
I found this when I was in my favorite bead shop in Sarasota.
I got a couple of extras, so if you leave a comment today,
you'll be included in a surprise drawing for one.
Tell me if you'd prefer silver-tone or gold-tone.
I'll do a drawing on Sunday to pick one lucky winner!
DRAWING CLOSED (11 pm Sunday Night) THANKS!!!
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