Linens and Lids

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Not the Same Ole Gift!

May and June are the months when many are seeking unique gifts for Mom, the graduates on our list, Dads, and bridal couples and/or wedding parties. Here are some of my favorites... all for sale in my Etsy shop - This Reminds Me...

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Holy Quilting Bee! What a Treasure!

I could not believe my good fortune when I discovered this beautiful handmade quilt at a recent estate auction. First, I was drawn to the colors - red, white, and blue, with colorful "Dresden Plate" squares. At first glance, I thought, "This quilt is not so old... the blocks are edged with a machine zig-zag stitch." But upon careful examination, I realized those perfectly formed stitches were actually a "lock-stitch" done by hand!

As luck would have it, this estate sale was for a dear lady I have known since childhood. Now in her mid-80s, she recently moved to a retirement village in another city. This quilt belonged to her mother-in-law, who passed way in the early 1960s. She was able to tell me some things about the quilt... that she believes it is at least 100 years old... and that her mother-in-law probably had it made and did not make it herself.

This quilt is perfection. Every block is different, and the stitching matches the fabrics used. The red stripping is still vibrant. The chambray blue accent blocks - the size of postage stamps - are equal in size and well stitched. The quilting was all done by hand, and a glance at the back of the quilt - done in a natural muslin-type cotton - is pretty on its own, with each Dresden Plate outline clearly visible.

These rare finds don't come along often. I have my great-grandmothers' red/white/blue "Postage Stamp" quilt, and I have considered adding this one to my collection. But if you simply MUST have it for yours, I will part with it for $400, ppd. You can e-mail me directly, or visit my Etsy store at http://ThisRemindsMe.etsy.com.

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Saturday, January 8, 2011

New Etsy Shop!

I have opened a new Etsy shop to sell some of my treasures, particularly jewelry and smaller fine pieces. Check it out at "This Reminds Me..."

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Pink Glass and Delicate Crystal

I recently purchased several nice pieces of pink glass and some beautiful crystal from a friend. It belonged to her mother. The pink pieces were part of a set belonging to my friend's grandmother. It seems she used these dishes every day, but somehow, a box of them was mistakenly collected along with other boxes set out for Goodwill, and this is all that was left. The etched crystal pieces are stunning, even with a few nicks and wear... and there are five salad/dessert plates to match that I would sell for $20 total.

If you are interested in purchasing any of these pieces, please e-mail me at firecrackerbaby57.yahoo.com, and I will be happy to work with you on pricing, shipping and/or pick-up. Thanks for looking, and have a great day!