For My Mother

This picture I found in a 1917 book

reminds me of my own mother reading to me

when I was young.

Yesterday my mom had a little scare

she ended up in the hospital

with a silent heart attack scare

Thankfully...That was not what it was

It was respiratory in nature

but at 78

It gave us  a little bit of a shake up.

All is well today

She has medicine to help her breath and

an inhaler and she was able

to come back home.

 I am off to see how she is doing

today...

Hugs to you all!!



Have You Seen My Buttons Matchbox Full Of Antique Mother Of Pearl Buttons

Fantastic antique mother of pearl buttons tucked into a sweet handmade matchbox. A sweet tweetybird keeps things flying along. Great for scrapbooking, collage, atc, crazy quilting. Pretty for your work table or shelf. What a delightful gift for your favorite crafter!!!

 

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Just listed on Etsy this morning!!!

 

Hand Carved Mother Of Pearl Antique Pins

          A few of my hand carved antique Mother of Pearl pins........
Over the years I have discovered that these beautiful and intricately carved pins have a long history that reaches back across time.  Many of them have  been carved in Bethlehem.  Where since the time of the crusades artisans have been carving mother of pearl for the tourist trade.  Yep...Even hundreds of years ago tourists bought souvenirs.  During WWll from what I have been told the 5 point star was somehow tied into women who's son's served in the military.  But that I have never seen in print.    If you you happen to come across a pin or pendant and you are unsure about it's age.  Flip it over and look at the clasp.  Made of brass or silver with a C clasp (that is just a piece of metal bent over in the shape of a C so the bar can hook into it)  A newer pin will have a modern clasp that has been glued on. The older ones have been drilled into the shell..And the pin will have an old patina.  You may also see the name Bethlehem stamped into the metal or carved the shell.   If you find one or have one of your own you know what a delightful treasure they are ...Glowing with a a life all there own.  I for one can't seem to stop collecting them and even though I have about 85 pieces I am always finding one that I just can't live without.  Thanks to Jill and Lauren my fellow Junkin Gypsies I discovered a real beauty yesterday...Sigh. My fingers are crossed it will still be in that antique store case next week.

Freebie Image I Had A Little Nut Tree Walter Crane Free

This is an amazing illustration from A Baby's Opera  by Walter Crane....Jill (FeathersandFlight) Sent me a link yesterday....and this book seems to be quite rare.  I am so happy to have it in my library and even more happy to be able to share these oh so beautiful pieces with you.  Enjoy!

Ok..,Here She Is At Last...My First Czech Glass Button Necklace

This Czech glass button brings to my mind the stunning winter sunsets I sometimes am blessed with seeing out my kitchen window. The summer ones are beautiful too. But a winter sunset..against the storm grey clouds...when the sun tired of giving in to all the northwest rain stands up and says "Here I am" is extra special.

A vintage brass cupid, tiny locket, sweet baby rose, key, and sparkling rhinestone orb complete the vintage feel of this long necklace.
It measures about 30 inches. This is a one of a kind piece. I have only one button of this color and style in my treasure box.
Necklace will come in a beautiful gift box.

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I Am Out Dancing With The Fairies

Sometimes...When the moon is full...The Fairies come tapping softly on my window. "Come dance with us..they sing".....What to wear?.. I ponder for just an instant. Ahhh...Quickly I slip on my crystal bracelet. Perfect.... Shimmiring and sparkly, simple....Divine.



This bracelet measures 7 1/2 inches...and comes in one of my signature gift boxes. A divine gift to give...or a treasure for you alone.



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