Monday, May 7, 2012

framed beauties

 On Saturday, I went to an estate sale that was in a beautiful 1920's Spanish style home, and had the same owners for 50 years! I had a women's tea with my mother-in-law that morning, so I was unable to go right when it opened. But, I was still very lucky with my finds later in the day. This gorgeous needlepoint was on a bookshelf, covered in dust, and just waiting to go home with me!! ;) 
 I love the pretty colors and the green vines that wrap around the beautiful words,, "I KNOW THAT MY REDEEMER LIVETH". 
 Here is a close up. Isn't it so amazing!! It adds such a special touch to my home!!
I loved that the owners of this put a little typed tag where and when they bought it. So, I am wondering if they bought it in 1968 from an antique shoppe, then I wonder how old this piece is. Maybe early 1900's? I tried looking into it, but couldn't find too much. I will keep researching! Let me know what you think! 
 This was another beautiful needlepoint that I bought. I love the pretty roses, and it is such a sweet size!! I could even imagine painting the frame a shabby white or black? 
There was no tag on the back, so maybe the sweet lady who owned this, made it! 

I have some other goodies I will show you tomorrow, along with my grannies!! 
Happy a lovely Monday!! 



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  1. Josie-MaryMay 6, 2012 at 11:36 PM

    Lovely Heather, I have a few that I made that need framing. Maybe in years to come someone will be blogging about mine!! xx

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:30 PM

      Thank you!! Oh, would love to see them!! You never know!! ;) xo Heather

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  2. Shortbread and GingerMay 7, 2012 at 12:29 AM

    Fabulous finds! Love the needlepoint religious verse - such amazing thread colours. Great to have the little note on the back too - makes it more interesting.
    Liz @ Shortbread & Ginger

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:32 PM

      Thank you Liz!! The thread colors are beautiful!! Hopefully, the little note will help me find out the age!! xo Heather

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  3. becktovintageMay 7, 2012 at 1:51 AM

    hi Dear Heather, You are very lucky that you have some estate sales and shoppes in your country. You may find wonderful vintage items there. The needlepoint roses are so romantic. And needlepoint bookshelf came with time machine. It is amazing...

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:33 PM

      THank you Beck!! They will be cherished and loved in my home!! xo Heather

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  4. Musings from Kim K.May 7, 2012 at 3:43 AM

    How nice that you could rescue and appreciate the needlepoint creations. Painting the frame could really enhance the rose one.

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:34 PM

      I love them!! ;) Yes, I am excited to get it painted, once I can decided on a color! xo Heather

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  5. Perfectly PrintedMay 7, 2012 at 5:27 AM

    Oh, I love the needlepoints!! Sometimes it's meant to be to go late to a sale! And what fun to be able to spend time with your mom!

    Best, Chris

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:35 PM

      Thank you Chris!! I agree!! It was a great day!! xo Heather

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  6. Ruby and ArthurMay 7, 2012 at 5:43 AM

    Love your finds! The needlepoint frame would also be lovely in red to bring out the rose. Have a wonderful Monday! Jean

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:35 PM

      Thank you Jean!! Ooh, I like the red!! Can't wait to paint it!! Have a great night!! xo Heather

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  7. Twyla and LindseyMay 7, 2012 at 5:55 AM

    Oh yes, Heather, you have a very nice antique there! That is a Victorian paper punch motto sampler. I would say it is from the latter 1800's. A wooden back board would be typical of these pieces. They bought it as an antique in '68! Enjoy your day! Twyla

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:38 PM

      Thank you for such great history on this!! I knew that it had to be old, just knowing it was at an antique shoppe when they bought it in 68'. How exciting if it is from the late 1800's!! It would be a great find for only $5!! Have a lovely night!! xo Heather

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  8. Amy, a redeemed sheepMay 7, 2012 at 6:57 AM

    Oh! What amazing treasures! I would have snatched them up, too.

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  9. Sherri B.May 7, 2012 at 7:17 AM

    What a very precious find, I think it looks much older than the sixties. - We sing a hymn like that, it is one of my favorites. xo

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:41 PM

      Thank you Sherri!! It is a beautiful and truthful words!! It is older than the 60's, and I was thinking early 1900's hundreds. Someone said it could even be late 1800's. I can't wait to look into it more!! Have a great night!! xo Heather

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  10. GardenOfDaisiesMay 7, 2012 at 8:24 AM

    Oh wow, what beautiful pieces you found! It's so sweet that the owner tried to pass down the history of the piece to future generations.

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:42 PM

      Thank you!! It will be a cherished and loved piece in my home!! I love that the history is there!! Makes it so much more meaningful!! xo Heather

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  11. KerinMay 7, 2012 at 8:27 AM

    Beautiful treasure.

    I think that the first needlepoint picture is much older than 1968.
    The frame looks like it's from the 30's or 40's to me.
    Perhaps there is an antique store in your town that can give you a little appraisal on it.
    No matter what.. it went to a good home where you will love it and cherish it :)

    Warm wishes..
    Kerin

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:44 PM

      Thank you Kerin!! Yes, it is definitely older than 68.' I was thinking early 1900's, and someone commented late 1800's!! How exciting, and I bought it for only $5!! I will have to check into getting it appraised. It will be loved and cherished in my home , and already makes me filled with joy looking at it!! Have a lovely night!! xo Heather

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  12. Sewn With GraceMay 7, 2012 at 8:39 AM

    That is one fantastic find! I would be smiling and praising the Lord everyday that I saw it.

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:45 PM

      Thank you!! And, that is exactly what I am doing!! Such a blessing to have it in my home!! ;) xo Heather

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  13. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~May 7, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    Wonderful finds! Estate sales are the best! I love buying things with a history behind them so cool! Blessings~Holly

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:47 PM

      Thanks Holly!! They are so much fun, especially when you find such wonderful treasures!! That is why I love buying vintage items, for the history!! Have a great night!! xo Heather

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  14. ...Nina Nixon...May 7, 2012 at 10:04 AM

    What gorgeous finds - it looks like we both found goodies.

    Nina xxx

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:48 PM

      Thank you Nina!! We both did, didn't we!! ;) Have a great night!! xo Heather

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  15. My Vintage MendingMay 7, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    Stunning. I love the backdrop fabric as well. I have a God Bless our Home one that I found years ago but this one is stitched so beautifully. Perfect idea to paint the frames on the roses. Loving your finds...smiles...Renee

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:50 PM

      It is quite stunning!! I still can't believe no one wanted it!! And to think I got it for only $5!! Oh, I love the ones that have that God Bless Our Home! I am sure it is beautiful!! Have a great night!! xo Heather

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  16. PaulaMay 7, 2012 at 12:57 PM

    Hello sweet Heather, I love both of your gorgeous needlepoints, especially the one with the scripture! I am so happy of for you! I do think it is much older than 1968! It looks Victorian to me! Have a lovely week! xo~Paula

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:52 PM

      Thank you Paula!! Yes, it is definitely older than 68', and it could be Victorian!! How great would that be!! I only paid $5 for it!! Such a treasure!! I look forward to getting more information on it! I smile at it everyday!! Have a lovely week, too!! xo Heather

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  17. Free Pretty Things For YouMay 7, 2012 at 6:37 PM

    hi my love!
    Sorry I havent been by!. I've had a hard couple of weeks... This is SO uplifting to see!!! :) He Lives and thats All that matters! :)

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    1. vintage greyMay 7, 2012 at 9:57 PM

      Hi Sweet Keren!! It's okay!! I am so sorry you have had a couple of hard weeks!! I will be keeping you in my prayers! Amen!! This is definitely a blessing to have in my home, and see those words everyday!! I am glad they were able to touch you, too! ;) Have a lovely week!! Much love and hugs to you, Heather

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  18. CarlaMay 7, 2012 at 9:42 PM

    I have a quilt planned that will consist of words. Love the signs

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    1. vintage greyMay 8, 2012 at 3:31 PM

      Oh, how fun!! Can't wait to see it!! xo Heather

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  19. MaryMay 7, 2012 at 11:16 PM

    Those are so sweet. I like the saying, Knotts Berry Farm! What a find. As for needlepoint..i used to do some of that. I almost forgot. I gave things away..hum. Don't have any of mine. Ha..that's good, too.

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    1. vintage greyMay 8, 2012 at 3:33 PM

      Thank you!! They are both such treasures! Maybe you could pick it up needlepoint again!! It looks fun! ;) Have a great day! xo Heather

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  20. Little Birdie BlessingsMay 8, 2012 at 4:17 AM

    Hi Heather, what wonderful finds. You must be quite excited about it. I have a similar piece like your verse, that says Home Sweet Home. Thanks for sharing. Have a wonderful day. ~ Abby

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    1. vintage greyMay 8, 2012 at 3:34 PM

      Thank you so much Abby! Oh, beautiful!! I just love old needlepoints!! Have a great day! xo Heather

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  21. LindsayMay 8, 2012 at 9:24 AM

    Hey Heather! This totally reminded me a chair that my grandmother had. It had the same floral design on it--and she even made it! It was always one of my favorite pieces at her house when I was growing up. Thanks for taking me back down to memory lane!

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    1. vintage greyMay 8, 2012 at 3:36 PM

      Hi Lindsay!! Thank you!! I am so glad the rose needlepoint brought back such lovely memories of your grandmother!! I am sure the chair was beautiful!! I have a chair with needlepoint seat, and just love it! That is why I love vintage treasures!! The history and memories!! Have a great evening!! xo Heather

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  22. TinaTxMay 8, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    What great finds! How nice that the info was on the back of the first one! While I usually go for white paint, I think that second one would look awesome with a distressed black frame.

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    1. vintage greyMay 8, 2012 at 3:37 PM

      Thanks Tina!! I love distressed black, so that might be what I paint!! I was evening thinking of painting that table black, too!! We'll see!! xo Heather

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  23. craftylesMay 8, 2012 at 1:57 PM

    That is a beautiful needlepoint. The colors are really pretty. Please share if you paint the frame on the darling small one. So cute!

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    1. vintage greyMay 8, 2012 at 3:38 PM

      Thank you!! I love the colors!! I will definitely share it!! Have a great evening!! xo Heather

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  24. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresMay 9, 2012 at 9:43 AM

    Those are great finds, Heather! So wonderful that the owner cared enough to put that little typed tag on the back. I would love to live in a Spanish style home. Have a great day! Tammy

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  25. Chenille CottageMay 14, 2012 at 6:02 AM

    Priceless! What wonderful treasures you have found! How delightful to see a history included!!
    Warm wishes, dear Heather!
    Carolynn. xoxo

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