Thrifty goodness part 2: textiles

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Even though this linen towel had some stains, it is the kind of thing that makes me so happy!
I just love the key motif, especially; I also love the combination of avocado green and the pinks!
I got all of these from that gal whose booth is now closing at an antique store -- this flower, and the linen, and...
this beautiful red rose hankie -- old but brand new -- and these wonderful Lucite buttons!
Aren't they sparkly?
At an estate sale, I had to come home with this beautifully embellished hankie (above); isn't it swirly?
It must have been a 'blue' day that day, because I found this really fun souvenir pillow cover with old-time views of Colorado Springs landmarks; its silky ruffle and bow are in remarkable condition for its age!  My master bedroom is blue and white so I'm always attracted to that color combination.
On the left, a thrift store find of feedsack fabric; on the left, blue burlap from the '70s I found at a garage sale!
You know how I feel about Vera scarves, right?  This one is so 'mod squad' and paisley and FUN, isn't it?
Another Vera find, now in my Etsy shop -- the bright, sunshine napkins (above, middle); plus a pretty pansy hankie and a really wonderful, long bell pull that has been hand worked in needlepoint with a marvelous bunch of birds.
Here's a pretty finished pillow front that has also gone into my shop.  I love its soft colors, and the contrast with the burlap-like, rough fabric.
What do you think of the crocheted turtle (above)?  I couldn't resist it, or the rest of these hand made laces and doilies, from an estate sale!
The "R" is for Jeanelle, who collects that letter; it's a large (~4") monogram on an old piece of cotton that is about 6' long (but narrow.)  I love shopping for my friends!
Speaking of monograms: what do you think this one is?  I thought maybe a very fancy N, or...?  Maybe two letters -- a T and and N? Whatever it is, it is very pretty -- and very old.  I found it at a thrift store...
along with these two double damask pieces.  I like to buy these for their weight and use them to back pillows I create; lately, I've been using them to make pages of fabric books, too!
At an estate sale I picked up four of these lovely "pocket" shams in the softest white cotton, with beautiful embroidery!
 And this beautiful baby smock...
for a little boy, with blue tatting on the collar and sleeves and sweet blue ribbon ties...sigh!
 A small bag of buttons from that estate sale...
 where the real joy of the purchase is in sorting through it, looking...
for button treasure!  I hope you enjoyed part 2; stay tuned for part 3!

Comments

Curtains in My Tree said…
I like all your finds especially the black button with rhinestones around it and the turtle is so cute never seen a crocheted turtle before

I hope to find treasures this Monday in St Louis Mo at the Gypsy Caravan show

wish you could come
May 24, 2012 at 7:54 AM
Wendy said…
Some really great finds Lauri, but the turtle is my favorite. I have a daughter who would die for that little fellow! She collect turtles and actually has several real ones that she just loves.
May 24, 2012 at 12:38 PM
Kathy said…
You and I would have a hard time shopping together because we have the same taste in vintage. Love it all. Big sigh.
May 24, 2012 at 12:48 PM
Unknown said…
LOVE feedsack...That Mod vera scarf would be pretty with a little black dress...Could you turn the monogram upside down and it is a very ornate V? Otherwise I vote F and a v? That one is tricky....Great finds!
May 24, 2012 at 2:27 PM
Linda said…
I thought I posted earlier today and now I don't see my comments. What did I do wrong? oh well. If you will be parting with the pansy hankie and the blue swirls hankie and the monogram N-I want them. love the sparkly button but then I pretty much like everything you purchased.
May 24, 2012 at 7:59 PM
autena said…
Treasure is the right words for these beauties. Love that blue and white hanky and the turtle!
May 25, 2012 at 8:01 AM
Dee in N.H. said…
Beautiful stuff!! The blue burlap and the hand crocheted items are fabulous!!
May 28, 2012 at 4:46 AM
Dee in N.H. said…
Beautiful stuff!! The blue burlap and the hand crocheted items are fabulous!!
May 28, 2012 at 4:46 AM
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