I saw a Flickr group called Haberdashery and remembered the sewing box I bought at a flea market some time ago (as in about 5 years ago). Had to search for it because it was stacked with a bunch of things (like doll making supplies) that I rarely use anymore.
But what fun to go through it again when I found it! When I bought it, I wasn't sewing, quilting, or doing embroidery, but loved the vintage charm of the contents. I'd forgotten these vintage buttons...
I wonder what project the original owner had in mind for all of the red rick rack. Note the date on the S.H. Kraus package.
I'll take some more pictures of the needle packages, thimbles, etc. and post later. The thimbles are a real joy!
But what fun to go through it again when I found it! When I bought it, I wasn't sewing, quilting, or doing embroidery, but loved the vintage charm of the contents. I'd forgotten these vintage buttons...
I wonder what project the original owner had in mind for all of the red rick rack. Note the date on the S.H. Kraus package.
I'll take some more pictures of the needle packages, thimbles, etc. and post later. The thimbles are a real joy!
That was a wonderful find - the kind of thing my daughters are always on the hunt for.
ReplyDeleteRe-discovering treasures in your own stash of stuff... too cool!
ReplyDeleteHaberdashery..a fabulous word for fabulous stuff. I love it.
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting my blog. I didn't know which of yours to choose butI think this is the one!
Irrestible - I have too many of these kinds of things but can't leave 'em there when I see them. A real treasure box!
ReplyDeleteGerrie - It was a fortunate find! So many interesting items in the box!
ReplyDeleteKim - Today was such a treat as I went through it all again. It did take a while to locate it, but worth the effort!
Jackie - Haberdashery is a delightful word, isn't it? And I really enjoyed visiting your blog!
Rayna - I've not really been doing much of this lately, but I do love visiting flea markets and antique stores. So many things to want -- that one doesn't really need. As you say, you just "can't leave 'em there."
fabulous finds! i inherited my aunt's sewing box-not as many goodies but i love 'em all. can't wait until tomorrow!!
ReplyDeletesuesue - I wish I'd inherited my great Aunt's sewing stuff. She always had projects going - quilting, tatting, embroidery, making baskets.You are lucky to have all the goodies plus the memories of your aunt.
ReplyDeleteall your treasures are gorgeous but the thimbles are really something! well used and well loved-sort of like some of us!!
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