Vintage Inspired Handmade

It's SO cold here! 
25 degrees below zero windchill - Perfect weather for staying home and playing with ribbons. 

  Last week when everyone was sick (yes, we are all doing better - finally.  Thank you for your prayers), I started making some stamped muslin brooches but they were kinda plain.

Until I had a little blunder with my cuffs (Thank you, Beth for being the blessing that you are!).  As it turns out, the brooch and the cuff play nicely together.  So today I'm celebrating vintage inspired handmade "accidents"!

And lest I forget to mention it, we are having a Handmade & Vintage Valentine Party over at French Cupboard next week.  You should definitely stop by and show off the pieces that you've been working on!

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25 comments:

  1. RebeccaJanuary 21, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Hi Polly
    I am trying to get things together but my computer is down right now and will be for a couple of days... I have my iPad but no pics to send you
    I will work on sending you pictures next week
    Thank you so much
    Love your creative accident!
    Blessing
    Re

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  2. SandyJanuary 21, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Polly,

    Don't you just love happy accidents? These look stunning!

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  3. Garden Antqs VintageJanuary 21, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    It's so cold here, but after seeing how cold it is in your area, you have me beat! Hey Pol, it's really good to hear from you and I was wondering if you'll be coming to the Texas shows in the Spring? If so, I'd love for you to be a guest seller at the blog party. Shoot me an email if so and we'll talk, if that interests you! Have a great weekend to you both! BTW, Hope you find a tub, Theresa, Garden Antqs Vintage & Discarded Forlorn blogs

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  4. LuLu KelloggJanuary 21, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Just lovely!!

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  5. ErinJanuary 21, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Not that cold here(17degrees) but cold enough...LOVE these!!! So beautiful!

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  6. The Summer Kitchen GirlsJanuary 21, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    These are gorgeous...if only we could make "mistakes" like this :)

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  7. Amy KinserJanuary 21, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    These are just beautiful!

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  8. ConnieJanuary 21, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Your blog is always a delight for the eyes, sugar! I have always love it for that.
    xoxo,
    Connie

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  9. Susan EvelynAndRoseJanuary 21, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Three cheers for happy accidents! Love your final product!
    - susan

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  10. Heather's Blog-o-ramaJanuary 21, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    Oh, this is all really cute :) :) I will admit I was really taken with the very first photo with the old thread spool serving as a base for that lovely pink ribbon :) :) :) Very nice. I have some old spools of thread from my grandmother...and I think she got some of them from her mom. :) :) so now I've got a project idea :) Love and hugs from Oregon, Heather :)

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  11. sweetpeaJanuary 21, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    glad you are all getting better polly!

    hugs,

    shelley

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  12. trash talkJanuary 22, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Sweet serendipity. If you hadn't been so forthcoming in your honesty, I would never have guessed this wasn't your plan all along!
    I wish I was as talented as you, but all I ever manage to make is a mess!
    Stay warm and well.
    Debbie

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  13. Sweet Old VintageJanuary 22, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    The winter bugs seem to be everywhere. Glad you and your family are better. Love the vintage little embellishment... as always...

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  14. Tins and TreasuresJanuary 22, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Good Morning, Polly,
    I always love coming to visit your blog. Your creations are lovely.

    Happy Weekend. ~Natalie

    (glad to hear you are feeling better)

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  15. GARAGE SALE GALJanuary 22, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Hi Polly,
    I do enjoy seeing your creations!
    Just wanted you to know that my Grandaughter accepted Jesus this week into her heart! God is GREAT!
    i'm believing that more of my family will also accept the Lord this year!
    Warmly,
    deb

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Oh Polly,
    I just love your bracelet design, it is perfectly beautiful!!
    I hope you have a great weekend.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  17. Debra@CommonGroundJanuary 22, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    a gorgeous "accident"! I'm grabbing the button, and hope to come to the party!!! So glad you linked up with VIF!
    xoxo,
    Debra

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  18. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJanuary 22, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    These are so pretty and romantic.
    With temperatures like yours, I'd be inside creating too. Stay warm!

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  19. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJanuary 22, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    Hi there- these are all so pretty! I love all the details and touches you put on them and that darling spool with the pink ribbon is so sweet! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  20. LisaJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Just love your creations! The pictures are breathtaking. I want to go play with muslin now. Lisa
    PS Cold here too.

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  21. Jill Marcott-McCall ~Feathers & Flight~January 23, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Your Blog is Absolutely Beautiful!!Thank you so Much for your Sweet Comment! I am new Follower!
    Have a Wonderful Week!
    Blessings
    Jill

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  22. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    Hi Polly, I'm a newbbie on the block and one of your newest follower. Great blog

    Pattie

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  23. UnknownJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    Bet you counted your blessings on that happy accident! I love it! I really need to visit here more often. It's such a breath of fresh air. Thanks for sharing with air your Laundry Friday!

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  24. UnknownJanuary 28, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Some of the best creations come from fixing an accident, I love it! Blessings and Hugs, Marilou

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  25. Lorrie Everitt StudioJanuary 28, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    beautiful "accident" ... love the photography ... so inspiring!

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