For the Love of Jane

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I'm a huge Janeite, or Jane Austen fan, so when I saw this lovely sachet on Etsy called "Simply Jane" I just had to have it! It arrived prettily packaged from Annas Trunk...

and went straight into place hanging from the doorknob on my bedroom door! I just love it! You'll have to go see all the other historical reproductions at Anna's Trunk!

While I was up in my bedroom, I remembered that I'd wanted to share another photo with you all:
I found this little blue baby's quilt at the thrift store and I will treasure it!

It has the tiniest hand stitching, the softest worn cotton feeling, and the lovely little hand embroidered wreaths are just precious!

Comments

Micki said…
I love Jane Austen too...what a find!
Micki
May 21, 2009 at 3:01 PM
Jamie said…
I love your sachet! I can't believe someone would part with that wonderful quilt. I am glad it is with someone who appreciates it:) Love, Jamie
May 21, 2009 at 4:40 PM
Anonymous said…
You found it at a thrift store? I wonder what journey it traveled before winding up there. I'm glad you found it.
May 23, 2009 at 8:36 PM
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