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Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Christmas Stocking Swap and Treasures

I participated in a Christmas stocking swap, run by Lyn and on Monday, my new stockings were in the mailbox. I thought I'd show them off.        The theme : Silver
Aren't they gorgeous? I love them.

Thank you, stocking swappers!










And treasures found at the local second-hand shop:
I found another Erica Wilson book!
Lots of ideas in here for embellishing.


the baggie contains some eyelet trim.


 there's a beautiful crocheted pansy doily


and a lovely lace-edged hanky




close-ups:
a stained glass angel pin.......I think it could easily become a Christmas tree ornament, or a fabulous gift tag for someone special







these butterfly earrings are so pretty, even though only 1 butterfly has a single antenna......it came off easily
I can see these showing up on a CQ with new antennae stitched onto the fabric..........


definitely treasures!


I seem to have the best luck when it comes to our local second hand shop, don't I?

I hope you find some treasures, too.

Happy Thanksgiving wishes to everyone celebrating and giving thanks tomorrow. May you have a joyous time with family and safe travels!

Thanks for visiting.
Hugs from Suz
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23 comments:

  1. Judys Lace CreationsNovember 21, 2012 at 10:47 PM

    Suz, these stockings are lovely.love those Thrift Shop finds too!!
    Judyx

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  2. SuztatsNovember 21, 2012 at 10:56 PM

    Thanks Judy! I think my thrift shop has the Best stuff! Lucky me.

    Hugs

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  3. margaretNovember 22, 2012 at 12:56 AM

    lovely christmas stockings, now you need to fill them with goodies!
    A great buy at the second hand shop, I check mine regularly but do not seem to have much luck, the butterfly earrings caught my eye

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  4. KarenNovember 22, 2012 at 3:22 AM

    that hanky is gorgeous! You are so lucky to have found such a treasure.

    http://karenannruane.typepad.com/karen_ruane/

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  5. Arlene WhiteNovember 22, 2012 at 3:53 AM

    Lucky you Suz, Eva's stocking is lovely, as I've seen it up close, in fact Eva, Alison and I all made our stocking on the same day at Eva's home.
    Looking forward to getting my exchange soon.
    Arlene

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  6. Connie Eyberg OriginalsNovember 22, 2012 at 7:45 AM

    Those are such wonderful adorable stockings! Great idea for an exchange. Enjoy seeing all your found treasures too.

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  7. AnitaNovember 22, 2012 at 8:13 AM

    Lovely stockings! lucky you to find lots of goodies at the shop always!

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  8. Margarets designer cardsNovember 22, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Lovely butterfly earrings I can see them being used as a centre of something, great find,
    Lovely Christmas stockings well done
    Margaret

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  9. CJ STITCHING AND BLOOMSNovember 22, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Hello from Michigan. Very very lovely Christmas Stockings. I am sure they will look very lovely on your tree. It is always great when you find wonderful goodies. VBG Hugs Judy

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  10. SuztatsNovember 22, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    You're right Karen. It may find a home on a white piece I'm planning. I'll have to find a way to attach it whole, I think, as I can't bear to cut it.

    Hugs

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  11. SuztatsNovember 22, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    Oh, yes, Arlene, it's a real stunner! I love all the fab stitching on it. I'll look forward to seeing pics of your stockings.

    Hugs

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  12. SuztatsNovember 22, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    Thanks Connie. I was really pleased with this swap and it was fun to do Christmas stuff before the season. I'll have wonderful new Christmas stockings adorning my staircase. I hope Lyn has another swap next year!

    Hugs

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  13. SuztatsNovember 22, 2012 at 10:36 AM

    The stockings will certainly be part of my home decorations!
    Anita, I think the second hand shop must have received boxes of goodies from the same person in all the Erica Wilson books I've found, as well as embroidery supplies. Lucky timing, I think, too.
    Hope you find some treasures.

    Hugs

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  14. SuztatsNovember 22, 2012 at 10:39 AM

    Thanks Margaret. I didn't even notice the missing butterfly antenna until I got home I was so taken with the design. They'll be popping up on a project for sure.
    Hope you're having a good day.

    Hugs

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  15. SuztatsNovember 22, 2012 at 10:41 AM

    Thanks Judy! I think the stockings are too big for our tree, but they'll look beautiful on my staircase railing!

    Hugs

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  16. Starr WhiteNovember 23, 2012 at 8:41 AM

    You do have a good thrift store! But, it seems to me that you also have an eagle's eye for spotting the treasures to be found there!

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  17. SuztatsNovember 23, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    I'm not sure about the eagle eye, Starr, but I have been known to go digging in the store bins! Sometimes there are treasures on the bottom.
    Happy weekend!

    Hugs

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  18. Magpie's MumblingsNovember 23, 2012 at 10:17 PM

    Wonderful finds (half the fun of thrifting is the thrill of the chase). You definitely scored! Sweet little stockings too.

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  19. SuztatsNovember 24, 2012 at 9:40 AM

    You're right. It is the thrill of finding a treasure other people have overlooked. Hope there's lots more to find. ;-D

    Hugs

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  20. CreateologyNovember 24, 2012 at 11:57 PM

    Your stocking swap looks like a fun one indeed. Wonderful treasures you acquired at your local store. Using them will be lots of fun and make your projects extra special. Creative Bliss dear...

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  21. SuztatsNovember 25, 2012 at 8:57 AM

    Thanks Createology. It's fun to find those little treasures. I can't believe all the beautiful handwork in the second-hand shop that is sold for just pennies. The pansy doily was priced at 25 cents! Can you believe it? So many hours of time and talent to create something so pretty, and it's not valued by a lot of people. Such a shame.
    I hope to use this in a crazy quilt, or perhaps another project. I'd like to keep it in one piece.
    I was really pleased with the stocking swap, and I hope Lyn has another next year.

    Hugs

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  22. WendyNovember 30, 2012 at 11:35 PM

    Your stockings are lovely and I am swooning over the lace edge hanky...

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  23. SuztatsDecember 2, 2012 at 8:45 AM

    Isn't that hanky gorgeous? I just love it! Thanks.

    Hugs

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