Thursday, December 23, 2010

The Enduring Appeal of Vintage Pinks


A few faded pink vintage ornaments found at Gather last week.





Kate's first little pair of ballet slippers...
...loved and worn at age four as she twirled and danced
 her days away.



I am looking forward to having her home
 along with her big brother Dan on Christmas day.





I found this old postcard dated 1907 in a shoebox full of cards
 from Mr. Flea's side of the family.

I love the message on the back to Miss Mary Coe...

"Eat all you can and get stout like this little girl".

:)

Oh dear, maybe not such good advice ... 

In any case...Enjoy!

Merry Christmas!

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34 comments:

  1. BumbleBeeLaneDecember 23, 2010 at 7:33 AM

    Sweet! Love the postcard!Warm Blessings!~Amy

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  2. Rummet för välbefinnandeDecember 23, 2010 at 7:35 AM

    Dear Laura, I wish you a very merry christmas.
    Thank you for all the inspiration you have been given me this year. So many beautiful photos, so many kind words.
    Take care and enjoy the holiday!
    Hugs from Mia

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  3. Sissie's Shabby CottageDecember 23, 2010 at 7:39 AM

    Hello Laura,
    Although I don't always comment, I read your blog regularly. I come here for enjoyment and inspiration and I never leave dissappointed.

    I love the pink ornamanets and your daughter's sweet worn ballet slippers.

    I wish you a Merry Christmas.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  4. manon 21December 23, 2010 at 7:55 AM

    JOYEUX NOËL DE FRANCE.
    Merci pour tous les bons moments que j'ai passé sur ton blog.

    BISES

    Manon

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  5. Karen in VA (was CT)December 23, 2010 at 8:00 AM

    ... ah yes ... Vintage Pink ... very special ... thanks ... enjoy the holiday

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  6. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage DesignsDecember 23, 2010 at 8:02 AM

    I love the precious pink
    ballet slippers with
    the beautiful vintage
    Christmas ornament!
    Beautiful!!

    xoxo
    Lori

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  7. UnknownDecember 23, 2010 at 8:12 AM

    Laura, I just picked up a bunch of vintage glass Christmas ornaments similar to these. I too love the faded out, softness they have! I can't wait to use them on next year's tree! However, in the meantime, I think they will be displayed in a bowl for the rest of this season ;)

    Michelle
    ~New England Style~

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  8. Tina December 23, 2010 at 8:28 AM

    Love those pale pink ornaments
    Merry Christmas Laura.
    Hope your holidays will be filled with peace and joy
    ~ Tina

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  9. time worn interiorsDecember 23, 2010 at 9:20 AM

    Love the post card Laura!

    Hope you and your family have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 2011 is gonna be a great one!

    Theresa
    aka:tot

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  10. ThreeOldKeysDecember 23, 2010 at 9:22 AM

    You have a knack for seeing beauty ... for too many years, a lot of us threw out what was too old, or a little cracked and faded ... your photos are lovely and yes, that postcard!!!! it's such a treasure.
    Merry Christmas, and may your 2011 consist of 52 great weeks!!

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  11. the old white houseDecember 23, 2010 at 9:39 AM

    Your photos are beautiful as always, I love it when the paint is wearing off of the ornaments and they look well loved like your daughters shoes! The postcard is fabulous! Merry Christmas! Theresa xoxo

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  12. Jacqueline @ HOMEDecember 23, 2010 at 10:14 AM

    Dear Laura,
    Such a perfect pink.....I am not a pink girl at all unless it is this rose, antique, vintage pink. Beautiful..... and Kate's ballet shoes are perfect.
    Merry, merry Christmas to you and your family Laura. I hope that your mum is able to enjoy it and that you all have a special and magical time. With much love. XXXX

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  13. MaijaDecember 23, 2010 at 10:17 AM

    You have such a great eye for vintage beauty Laura! Merry Christmas!!

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  14. JenniferDecember 23, 2010 at 10:37 AM

    I'm crazy for soft tones - not much into sharp colors - although this year I filled a big glass footed jar with peacock feather tones and mini lights and it looks wonderful. Pretty as can be finds. Stop by some time at jennsthreegraces Jennifer Holiday Blessings

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  15. deborahDecember 23, 2010 at 11:01 AM

    Your daughter sounds so much like my oldest daughter... worn ballet slippers and candy!
    Have a Wonder~ful Christmas!
    blessings

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  16. UnknownDecember 23, 2010 at 11:04 AM

    I love that post card , the picture of the little girl is the kind of picture I love to draw , I hope you don't mind if I use it for a drawing? The ballet slippers , precious ! I wish I still had my daughters.
    Sharon

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  17. Blondie's JournalDecember 23, 2010 at 11:18 AM

    Very pretty ornaments and the little ballet shoes are precious...how nice that you saved them!

    Happy Holidays, Laura!

    XO,
    Jane

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  18. found and sewnDecember 23, 2010 at 11:35 AM

    love that pink. Have a lovey Christmas

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  19. Angie B.December 23, 2010 at 12:21 PM

    I wish you a Merry Christmas!

    Angie

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  20. JenniferDecember 23, 2010 at 12:51 PM

    Love the vintage ornaments and pink slippers ~ Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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  21. trudetteDecember 23, 2010 at 2:25 PM

    Prachtige vintage kerstspulletjes , die kleuren zijn zo zacht !

    Ik wens je een hele fijne Kerst samen met je gezin !

    liefs ,
    trudette

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  22. cheryl kuhnDecember 23, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    Those little slippers are so precious, what a wonderful reminder of her childhood to have and hold. I hope you enjoy the time spent with your family this holiday season!

    hugs, Cheryl

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  23. UnknownDecember 23, 2010 at 3:46 PM

    it looks realy lovely, wish you a mery chrismas, big hugh Kathrin

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  24. It's meDecember 23, 2010 at 3:58 PM

    Merry christmas darling......love and joy .......warm hugs from me Ria.....xxx......

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  25. All SeasonsDecember 23, 2010 at 4:15 PM

    Hello dear Laura,
    I wish you a Merry Christmas. Enjoy this wonderful days with the people you love..

    Hugs from Holland
    Patricia

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  26. jadeDecember 23, 2010 at 4:20 PM

    Merry Christmas, my dear friend - have a wonderful time with your family,

    Hugs Jade

    PS: I loooooove your sweet post full of beauty and romance!!!!!

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  27. gailDecember 23, 2010 at 5:39 PM

    Merry Christmas Laura!
    hugs,
    gail

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  28. Rachel Noelle PallasDecember 23, 2010 at 6:02 PM

    Lovely pink ornaments!! ~*~*Merry Christmas Wishes to you Laura!!~*~* HUgs,Rachel

    *French Farmhouse 425*

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  29. very merry vintage styleDecember 23, 2010 at 6:33 PM

    Love that shade of beigey-pink... yum!

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  30. JamieDecember 23, 2010 at 7:55 PM

    Those warn slippers and ornament are perfect together.

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  31. ElaineDecember 23, 2010 at 8:39 PM

    Love the pink ornaments. I've never seen them in that shade.

    Ballet slippers make great display pieces. It looks great with the feather.

    Enjoy your time with your family this weekend.

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  32. Anji JohnstonDecember 23, 2010 at 9:12 PM

    Simply beautiful!

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  33. My Shabby Streamside StudioDecember 24, 2010 at 3:34 PM

    Hang on to those pink ornaments for dear life.

    C’est ravaissant!

    Joyeux Noel!

    Sandy @ My Shabby Streamside Studio

    http://myshabbystreamsidestudio.blogspot.com/

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  34. Nita JoDecember 29, 2010 at 10:36 AM

    Those ballet slippers are so sweet! And the vintage ornaments. Love the soft pinks!

    Would love to use the post card image in some art projects, but only with your permission. I totally understand if you prefer to keep it for your own. The little girl is darling.

    Nita Jo

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