As I sit here studying the trend of colors in today home decorating, it seems there are many choices. Some quite bold. However, the color hues of whites, blacks and grays are still wildly steady. These popular colors mixed together or used separate hold a prime spot. Now teamed with some of the new bold colors appearing on the horizon can create a snappy room. That aside, e…
Such as this Hardanger needle art ......Here is one FABULOUS 1920's bedspread! It incorporates lovely sprays of jewel tone flowers, tied with sun gold ribbon bows, embroidered on 22-count cloth fabric. Not only is the embroidery work absolutely stunning it also shares the limelight with insets and a complete border of Hardanger embroidery. Still, the show does not stop here, taking to the center s…
Do you remember the Mother Goose ~ nursery rhyme story of three little kittens who lost their mittens and didn't know where to find them? Well, this post isn't about kittens loosing their mittens, but about dolly loosing her mitten. Oh dear, she didn't know where to find the one. She looked high and low and nary did it appear. So this one little mitten has languished tucked away…
Paper mache turkey candy containers were a favorite party favor. These colorful fowl held small sweet treats for young at heart.......now, who couldn't resist... whether you are young or old. There are many styles of these gobblers, from the 1950's type above, to the early type with metal feet. The best were made in Germany. What could be more fun than this table de…
Here at The Gatherings Antique Vintage, a short term of respite is welcome relieve in the "secret garden". Aptly named, as this sheltered area is situated between three building walls and a vine covered block wall. Secluded, its a pleasant place for sipping coffee or catching up on phone conversations. It is also a spot that has stories to tell, stories of long ago vintage purch…
Pillow shams and bolster covers were popular through the decades of
the Victorian and very early 1900's. They served as a decorative cover
for the pillow, removing, before retiring for the night. During the day,
the bed would always look tidy, as well as pretty. when the shams and
bolster were laid back over the pillows. You will find these covers
made of fabric, embroidery and lace, s…
