a valentine’s ode to my grandmother
I created a Valentines vignette with some cherished items I inherited from my grandmother.
I remember as a little girl always admiring her artwork and decorative artifacts and although they might not match my current “style” they still hold a dear spot in my heart.
This porcelain pitcher from Clementson Bros, England was sent with my cousin when she traveled from Uruguay to my wedding in NJ / NY by my grandmother. She remembered how I always loved it and wanted me to have it in my new home as a new bride.
Since I was just entering my shabby chic phase this fit in perfectly and I loved the thoughtfulness and meaning behind it.
The rose & lily still life painting came home with me when I closed out my parents’ estate in Uruguay over a decade ago. It totally reminds me of her house when I was a young girl.
I also brought home the rose chassis that I use as a votive holder when I bring it out.
All these items have a romantic feel to them and I included a few hearts I have to bring the valentines theme full circle.
Makes me smile and I can feel her looking down at me and it warms my heart.
“It is at the edge of a petal that love awaits.”
sharing @:
inspire me tuesday @ a stroll thru life
talk of the town @ knick of time
tuesdays with a twist @ stone cottage adventures
winter blues @ diy by design
wonderful wed @ oh my heartsie girl
wow @ savvy southern style
waste not wed @ gratefully vintage
vintage charm @ charm bracelet diva
home & garden @ a delightsome life
syc @ have a daily cup of mrs. olson
share your style @ 21 rosemary lane
home sweet home @ the charm of home
the inspiration gallery@ craftberrybush
feathered nest friday @ french country cottage
morning cup joe @ the cottage market
fridays five features @ diy vintage chic
pinworthy projects @ my suburban kitchen
craft frenzy friday @ craft dictator
creative collection @ the crafted sparrow
funtastic friday @ olives n okra
saturday sparks @ pieced pastimes
bouquet of talent @ life on lake shore drive
sundays at home @ love of home
dishing it digging it @ rustic & refined
amaze me monday @ dwellings-the heart of your home
show & share @ coastal charm
met monday @ between naps on the porch
How wonderful that you have these precious things that keep you close to your grandmother! You’ve displayed them beautifully Mary Jo! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Beautiful! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
What a lovely post. Beautifully written. This is a post that I hope you will share so our newer generations can see the significance of those older things and memories. I hope you’ll come over to the new Fabulous Party. This weeks theme is ‘Warm Heart’. Your post is perfect to share! The party is over here:
http://ourholidayjourney.blogspot.com/2017/02/fabulous-warm-heart-week.html
Enjoy your week!