Wednesday, July 11, 2012

a little christmas in july...

I am already on the hunt for sweet Christmas treasures, and have found some adorable ones this month! This honeycomb card just makes me smile! The little girl and her friends are precious!
The backside is just as sweet! I just love these honeycomb cards. 
 I went to my local flea market on Sunday, and found this Santa Claus paint book. It was empty, but the cover is so charming. Isn't that bunny the cutest!  
 Shiny Brite glass ornaments have been on my list of treasures to get for awhile, and I was so excited to find this sweet box full of such gorgeous ones.
 Aren't they so pretty! I could have a whole tree full of these beauties. Maybe one day!! 
 The one in the middle is my favorite. I love the font, and the pretty holly leaves and stars so beautifully painted on it. Do you have any favorite vintage ornaments?
And, some new Christmas fabric, Dear Mr. Claus by Cosmo Cricket. I love the vintage feel to this line. Hope these treasures brought you some Christmas cheer today! 




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  1. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresJuly 11, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    You scored big on Christmas themed items. No doubt you will have tons of fun with that fabric. Best wishes, Tammy

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 4:49 PM

      Thank you Tammy! I am looking forward to sewing with it!! Have a great weekend! xo Heather

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  2. Musings from Kim K.July 11, 2012 at 1:05 PM

    I'm in love with that paint book and honeycomb table decorations. The graphics are just darling. Good for you. You found some fantastic treasures.

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 4:50 PM

      Thanks Kim! The paint book and honeycomb are so sweet!! Have a lovely weekend!! xo Heather

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  3. Vintage Sheet AddictJuly 11, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    Hi, that card looks so intricate, think I would be too scared to touch it! Vintage baubles are so much better than new ones aren't they? I can remember my Mum getting rid of some in favor of some plastic ones! Luckily she gave some of the more special ones to myself and my sisters. That reminds me, my sister has some in her loft she was going to give me...better give her a ring! Ada :)

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 4:52 PM

      Hi Ada! The card was a little hard to open, and I was afraid to tear it. So glad you have some special ornaments from your mom! Hope you have a terrific and creative weekend! xo Heather

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  4. silly old suitcaseJuly 11, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    It all looks lovely!
    I just love the fabric...!!
    Last week i found some fabric which i will turn into great Christmas-hangers...
    but i will keep this fabric in my suitcase till October i think ;-)

    xx

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 4:53 PM

      Thanks so much! Oh, your Christmas hangers sound lovely!! Can't wait to see them! ;) xo Heather

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  5. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~July 11, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    Merry Christmas! haha... those are all very sweet finds, so cute! I just love the old ornaments, so pretty. Lovely fabrics too, can't wait to see what you make with them! :) xo Holly

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 4:56 PM

      Merry Christmas Holly!! :) Thanks so much!! Have a great weekend!! ox Heather

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  6. renae July 11, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    OMYGOsh! those Christmas ornaments in the ORIGINAL box are priceless, Heather!!!!! We had that exact box when I was a kid, I swear...! It looks so familiar. I'm old ya know?

    I think we broke every ornament because they were extremely fragile. You could very easily plunk your finger right through the side! Trust me, i did it a ton. My mom was very easy going and didn't get too upset. I wish now I hadn't done that. Where ever you got those from, had no kids or was super strict!!! lol!!!

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 4:57 PM

      Thank you Renae!! It is such a beautiful box!! ;) They are so fragile, so I need to figure out the best way to store them!! Have a lovely weekend! xo Heather

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  7. MicheleJuly 11, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    Hi Heather ~~~ Christmas in July ~ How fun is that, It is so much fun finding those unique items especially when least expected. Happy Wednesday Heather.

    Sincerely,
    Michele
    Pearl 13.1

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 4:59 PM

      Thank you Michele! I am such a fan of Christmas all year round!! Wishing you a beautiful weekend! xo Heather

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  8. UnknownJuly 11, 2012 at 6:04 PM

    What great Christmas find!!! Can't wait to see what you sew up with the fabric!!

    chris

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  9. MaryJuly 11, 2012 at 6:09 PM

    Those are so cute. I think I had a book with that same Santa on it, oh, so jolly. That's another great find of yours. Those fabrics are fun too.

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:00 PM

      Thank you Mary!! The paint book is so sweet!! Wishing you a lovely weekend! xo Heather

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  10. Blessed SerendipityJuly 11, 2012 at 7:21 PM

    I love vintage Christmas too. Love the Shiny Brite ornaments in the box.

    xo,
    Danielle

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:02 PM

      It is such a beautiful time!! Thanks!! Have a lovely weekend! xo Heather

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  11. craftylesJuly 11, 2012 at 7:38 PM

    I love the Shiny Brites. I think all of my family ornies are my favorites. Cute fabric too!

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:02 PM

      Thank you Leslie!! ;) Have a lovely weekend!!xo Heather

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  12. My Vintage MendingJuly 11, 2012 at 7:56 PM

    My dear you have picked the finest of goods. We certainly would fight over these. That book cover is gorgeous. Oh the collection of Shiny Brites in that box alone is good enough to display. The card...brilliant. Enjoy them, smiles...Renee

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:05 PM

      Thanks!! Can you imagine what it would look like with two women fighting over these. Haha, so funny! I am thinking of displaying them in the box. They are so fragile. Have a lovely and creative weekend! xo Heather

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  13. EJuly 11, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    I love the CC fabric, will have to have some but oh the choices! Christmas in July is sure welcomed this year ... triple digits be gone :) Enjoyed visiting and seeing your goodies, Elaine

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:06 PM

      Hi Elaine! The fabric is such a fun line!! Thank you so much for visiting! So happy to have you here!! Have a lovely weekend! xo Heather

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  14. AnneJuly 11, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    Heather I love those vintage Christmas ornaments. I don't care what time of the year it is, I always check out the Christmas stuff when thrift shopping. Your Christmas fabrics are really nice too.

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:07 PM

      I am so with you!! I just came across a box full of ornaments I'll be showing next week. I just love them!! Wishing you a beautiful weekend! xo Heather

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  15. GardenOfDaisiesJuly 11, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Heather you are so smart to be thinking about Christmas goodies now, instead of when the holiday rush starts in November. I love all your vintage finds.

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:08 PM

      Thanks! I try to get ahead when I can, and it is usually cheaper, too! Thank you! wishing you a beautiful weekend! xo Heather

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  16. Into VintageJuly 11, 2012 at 9:49 PM

    I'm with you -- I love vintage Christmas any month of the year. Always looking for it... :-) -amy

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:09 PM

      I know, can never have enough! Have a wonderful weekend!! xo Heather

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  17. gillyJuly 12, 2012 at 2:03 AM

    LOVE the beautiful glass ornaments AND the honeycomb card AND all the other lovely Christmas goodies! Imagine a whole tree filled with these vintage ornaments... sigh..
    :-)

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:10 PM

      Thank you Gilly! Oh, I just came across a full box of ornaments today, and can't wait to fill a tree up with them!! Have a wonderful weekend!! xo Heather

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  18. Amy, a redeemed sheepJuly 12, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    The ornaments are wonderful!! Boy, they sure bring back memories. =)

    I am not crazy about Christmas fabric usually, but that fabric I could see in my stash. Way cute!

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:11 PM

      Thank you Amy!! I am with you on Christmas fabric, but there are some lines that I just love!! xo Heather

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  19. Vintage HomeJuly 12, 2012 at 6:01 AM

    Oh Heather what a lot of Christmas fun! Best time of year to get the sweetest things! Love the balls!
    I am crushing on your Blue Bird pillow...the trims & extra touches you do make me smile!
    I have computer problems! If I want to comment I have to use my daughter lap top...mine won't let me????

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:13 PM

      Thank you Colleen! I have been having trouble commenting on some blogs, too. I don't know why, but it is annoying. ;) Wishing you a beautiful weekend! xo Heather

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  20. AnonymousJuly 12, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    wonderful finds! Oh I'd scan that book cover, frame it- everything! so perfect. well, I say I would but more than likely, I'd procrastinate!

    I've yet to find a BOX of shiny brites! some day! I'd love some cut out ones like we had on my early childhood tree.

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:15 PM

      Thanks Holly! That is a great idea to scan the cover! Thanks! I was so excited to find them with the box. Makes them more special!! Have a great weekend! xo Heather

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  21. KathyJuly 12, 2012 at 12:09 PM

    Nothing like Shiny Brites to brighten a day! I have a collection of pink ornaments and I keep them out year around in a big glass appothacary jar. Christmas, it isn't just for December anymore - LOL!

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:15 PM

      Oh, your pink ones sounds dreamy!! I might have to keep these out all year, too! ;) Have a great weekend! xo Heather

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  22. trishJuly 12, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    Each of your Christmas treats tug at my heart. They remind me of my childhood.
    Every year my grandparents bought a really tall coloring book and box of crayons for us. I remember that like it was yesterday. :0)
    Thank you for sharing a little Christmas cheer. It warms my heart. xo

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:16 PM

      Thank you Trish! So glad these sweet treasures brought you wonderful memories! Love it! Thanks for sharing your memories with me!! xo Heather

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  23. koraleeJuly 12, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    I have had Christmas on my mind too....working on some Christmas articles and humming "I'm dreaming of a white Christmas"...silly I know. I love your finds. xoxo

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:17 PM

      I am there with you! It is good to get ahead, because it always comes and goes so quickly!! Whenever I do Christmas projects before Dec., I always listen to Christmas music, too! ;) Have a lovely weekend! xo Heather

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  24. K @ Aurora BlytheJuly 12, 2012 at 10:22 PM

    Oh how lovely it is to think of Christmas! Never can get enough of my favorite holiday. The whole world seems more wholesome and happy then amid the glow of twinkle lights and Bethlehem stars. The shiny brights are quite the find! Last year, my hubby and I celebrated our first Christmas together as man and wife. We didn't have many ornaments, so his father gave us a box full of vintage ornaments that his parents used to use. So many sweet styles, it is hard to come up with a favorite. Just can't beat ornaments of olden days.

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    1. vintage greyJuly 13, 2012 at 5:18 PM

      I am there with you!! Such a beautiful holiday! Oh, how wonderful the box of vintage ornaments sound!! What a great way to decorate for you first year!! Love it!! Have a wonderful weekend! xo Heather

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  25. Bobo BunJuly 14, 2012 at 4:08 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous finds. I have two treasured honeycomb Santa's. Love the illustrations on the book cover. I always seem to find baubles in summer too.

    X

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    1. vintage greyJuly 14, 2012 at 9:36 AM

      Thank you so much! Your Santa honeycombs sounds wonderful! I just came across a whole box full yesterday. Love them! Thanks for coming by and visiting! So happy to have you here! xo Heather

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  26. Little Susie Home MakerJuly 15, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    Yes, I guess you are right! It is time to start thinking ahead, but I am not that organized. I always attempt it, but maybe I can do a little better this year! I just adore that little honeycomb girl, how sweet. I have been promised my moms antique Christmas decor. Oh she has some real beauties! I know my 72 yr old mom still has a hand made ornament that was he grandmothers. It is so fragile! My favorites, are all the ones connected to warm memories!
    Bless you,
    Susie

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