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Showing posts with label Valentine. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Valentine. Show all posts

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Vintage and More Valentine Decor

Hi everyone.

It is shaping up to be a beautiful day outside. I can't wait for spring!
For this Valentine's Day, I created a little vignette on the top of my china closet.
Valentine colors, for me, are all about red and white, with perhaps some pastels like peach, lavendar or pink. The vintage jar on the left is from Christmas, recycled to be used again. The jar on the right is all red and white.......ribbons, beads, shells, feathers, hearts, flowers, whatever you like will work.
Candles, of course.
This white ironstone pitcher is the same one I used for Christmas, with the same red bow, but red flowers instead of greens.

The table top scene is all set too.


A bird's nest, long since vacated by the birds, serves as a bowl for heart shaped, foil-wrapped chocolates!


Instead of a centerpiece, this vintage carrier is used to hold wine, glasses, napkins and flowers.


All it takes is a little imagination to use vintage items in unique ways in your home.
What did you do for your Valentine decor this year? Please comment to share your idease too.
Please tell your friends about my blog as well.
Sincerely,
Lynn





Saturday, January 22, 2011

Vintage Valentine Gift Ideas for Gals

Hi everyone.

It is a beautiful sunny day in New Jersey! Extremely cold, but beautiful when you are inside looking out.

It won't be long now until Valentine's Day is here. Do you need a Valentine gift for your gal, Mom, daughter, sister, or friend? If she loves antiques and vintage items, here are a few ideas to consider. How about a vintage or antique dresser box or dish for her dresser. There are MANY to choose from in shops everywhere. Of course, stuffed bears are always a great idea too. I love the heart this bear is holding!




How about a vintage bell with a heart shaped handle? Isn't this cute?

If she likes blue, this mini hand mirror has a jade handle and would fit in a handbag.


I think this heart shaped dish is really precious too. It looks great with a vintage doily underneath it too.


For the fashionista in your life, how about something with cute fashion drawings like this set of three wall hooks?


I also found this reproduction vase with a metal frog lid in a heart shape.



Just take a stroll through your local antique center and I am sure you will find LOTS of possibilities.
I hope you all have a great day!
Sincerely,
Lynn