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Thursday, July 7, 2011

Interesting Vintage Decorative Finds

I discovered 5Gardenias on Etsy, a while ago while searching for vintage pieces. Here are some items which would add interest to any decor.

This pretty necklace could be worn as is, a piece of jewelry, or used to adorn a small pile of books on a living room table or in a decorative bowl on a dresser...many possibilities
fabulous fifties romantic celluloid flower and rhinestone necklace

Something fun for a kids' space or family room or even on a desk.
antique primitive childs red wooden top

hand carved wooden spoon

Anything in this color family always catches my eye..would be great as bud vases or just on their own.
antique aqua blue glass enamel flowered tumblers
Antique Enameled Flower Tumblers

Something with color and texture, perfect for a dresser or nightstand. Could be used as a jewelry box.
1940s-50s quilted aqua blue satin glove box

 I love the color and cut-work pattern on these.
mid century haffner & company push up candle lights

  
vintage pottery wheel thrown porcelain candle holder

1890s shepherd's lane antique print by foster brothers of boston
1890s Shepherd's Lane Antique Print

Something to add to my growing collection of blue-and-white pieces, perhaps.
vintage delft blue dutch girl and boy figurines

This is what I bought from the shop - the London Iron.  I bought this weighty piece to use as a bookend. I love that it is unique and old and that it has 'London' embossed on it, a reminder of one of the places I have lived in (although I have yet to determine whether it is originally from the UK). It will  probably sit on my piano desk.
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Lisa