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I got a parcel in the mail the other day that was packed full of lengths of old ribbon and lace, and crocheted pieces. Even two very delicate cross-stitched sleeves removed from an old dress. (Thank you again, Linda.) After staring at the pieces for a while, I decided to make some things that would truly show some of the lacy patterns off. I love the delicate look of them against a plain background of linen, where they are the main feature and finally having their glory day, after all these years.

Pictured above are some purses and bags I made for my etsy shop update today. And a pair of tiny brooches like lace cameos.

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14 responses to “glory day”

  1. Garden Mama Avatar

    absolutely gorgeous melissa! xo

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  2. annri Avatar

    so nice! i like the blue bag very much.
    tomorrow will be no school and no work for kids and hubby! hooray for all the snow!

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  3. Eyecatchers & Wind In The Willow Avatar

    Amazing what you can do with abit of lace trim hey!! Like the purse very much!!!! (Also LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the Australian Flower Cushion cover too featured on your Etsy Update today!)

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  4. Chara Michele Avatar

    Lucky you! 🙂 What pretty pieces!

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  5. louana Avatar

    What an exciting parcel to recieve! Beautiful work as always melissa

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  6. Lucinda Avatar

    So lovely! I have doilies just like the one on your little drawstring bag and I would have never thought to use it like you have. Lovely. Thanks for sharing xo

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  7. Julia Avatar

    You must have been delighted to receive such a parcel. I love old lace – actually I just love lace in general.
    The lace against the blue looks wonderful.

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  9. aupres de mon arbre Avatar

    The brooches look like pebbles ! I love them !

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  10. Tara Avatar

    Love the lace and what you did with it! Very pretty!

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  11. Margaret Oomen Avatar

    i love the way you think

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  12. Emily Avatar

    The brooches are lovely. Love old lace and crochet.

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  13. victoria Avatar

    i really love that drawstring case!

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  14. alicia Avatar

    they are lovely!

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