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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
 Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 6:10:53 PM
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I recently discovered a box of goodies I put away. They all belonged to my grandma. Now that some time has gone by since her passing I'm ready to do something with them but I'm not sure what. In the box was a lot of doilies, dresser scarves, a couple pillow cases, some towels, and some things I'm not sure what you are supposed to do with LOL! But, they're almost all hand embroidered or some kind of stitching as in the case of the towels. I'll post some pictures but what kind of things have you done - or would like to do - with treasures such as these? Some are in fantastic shape and I'll probably find a way to use them as they are. Some have holes or stains or the stitches are coming out. Those are the one's I need ideas for.
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6724 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 6:12:38 PM
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I had a Farmgirl make me a pillow covering for a small pillow out of them. It is beautiful and very Victorian.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
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Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 6:13:53 PM
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I'm guessing maybe the 2 square ended ones are for the arms of a chair and the round one for the back. I'm not sure.
With the shape of this one and the amount of embroidery work I have no idea what it would be used for.
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 6:16:12 PM
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I love the bright colors of this one! It's like a table runner - the other end looks the same.
This one is unfinished and stained, but it sure is neat!
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6724 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 6:18:12 PM
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All of them are fabulous Heather, what treasures.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 6:19:49 PM
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Here's one that is stained and the stitches are coming out of the top. Not sure if I could cut it down and make a pocket for an apron or...I don't know - that's why I'm asking LOL!
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 6:22:11 PM
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Debbie - I don't suppose you have that pillow handy? I'd love to see it, but I'm guessing if your craft supplies are in storage the pillow is too :)
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6724 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 6:27:07 PM
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Sadly no, all of my stuff is still packed. But it was a pre form pillow size that you would put on the couch. She just seed all the doilies she wanted together to the size she wanted. I will see though if I can find an example for you Heather.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple !!
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2383 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
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Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 6:34:57 PM
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Heather -- the three piece set is for a vanity table. My daughter has one of those tables in her guest room and I found and embroidered a couple sets for her. I used to love embroidering.
Judith
7932 FGOTM 6/21
I'm old and I do wear purple |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
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Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 7:40:18 PM
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My advice:
1) Repair or replace the stitching. Finish the one that is unfinished.
2) Embroider a colorful design that would cover the stains.
4) Darn the holes and embroider around them.
5) Now the fun part. Hand sew them together in interesting configurations to cover a table, a window or a wall. For a wallcovering add light interfacing to the backs and put on a backing.
Whatever is decided, let me know if I can help in anyway. I have repaired embroidery before.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1627 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1627 Posts |
Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 9:11:25 PM
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Such amazing treasures!! :)
Karen :) |
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2694 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Feb 05 2022 : 9:28:31 PM
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Sooo beautiful! Pinterest has many ideas for reusing doilies and embroidery pieces. Incorporate into aprons, quilts, sachets, sew together, create a curtain, ottoman covers, etc. Ive even see pieces framed into art or wall hangings.. Have fun! Post pictures, Heather, would love to see what you come up with!
Dreamer42
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Edited by - Dreamer42 on Feb 05 2022 9:29:09 PM |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2281 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
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Posted - Feb 06 2022 : 03:11:55 AM
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Some would look nice appliqued to the back of a jacket or on a solid quilt. Another idea is to make a banner from them.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9439 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
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Posted - Feb 06 2022 : 04:55:05 AM
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Heather, those are beautiful. Very similar in style to many I have from my grandmother. Lots of embroidery and the edges are either done in tatting or crochet. I use many of them on my dressers and night stands or side tables. They spent lots of time making pretties for their homes back then. I have restitched to fix the embroidery on mine. Haven't figured out how to fix the small holes.
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4313 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - Feb 06 2022 : 5:41:53 PM
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on pinterest I have seen the dresser scarves all quilted up. Very pretty. Have fun creating.
Farming in WI
Michele
FGOTM June2019
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Feb 07 2022 : 10:43:37 AM
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Thanks ladies! I thought about the table runner idea, but in reality I don't need another tale runner. I love the few I have. And worry about staining them all the time. I have no idea how to darn things. I would love to learn! As for windows or a wall covering - we're hoping to relocate so maybe I'll save some for a new house. The jacket idea sounds cute! I'll have to keep my eye out for a denim jacket at the stores in town or a garage sale (they should be starting before long). I LOVE aprons so I might see what I can come up with for one. Maybe a little purse or somehow incorporated into a tote bag to carry while browsing garage sales LOL! If you have any other ideas let me know. I have a board started on pintrest. Just wondered what you have had success with.
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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Carely
Farmgirl in Training
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Carrie
Brookville
IN
USA
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Posted - Feb 11 2022 : 05:20:12 AM
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Heather, for the stained one... maybe try staining the whole thing, by doing a tea stain. A friend inherited some of her gram's pieces like that. She didn't want to decorate with them, but she and her husband entertain a lot, so she made several serving trays with some of them...basically, she attached them to the floor of the tray and then poured epoxy on top. They are beautiful.
I am certainly very jealous. being one of 9 granddaughters, and the youngest when she passed, I didn't get any of her beautiful creative works. I do get to see them at my cousin's houses occasionally.
Carrie
Farmgirl #8358
Member since March 23, 2021.
Rural Farmgirl dreaming of having a mini-farm of my own.
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Feb 11 2022 : 5:39:46 PM
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That's a good idea Carrie! I've been thinking about trying some tea staining - this would be a good thing to start with. Thanks.
~Heather
Farmgirl Sister #4701
September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Feb 12 2022 : 9:23:23 PM
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Carrie,, great idea to tea stain them.. I think you can use onions to get a golden brow stain, but I need to double check if that is correct.
Heather, I framed a couple of doillies and hankies in the past to display...
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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