The prize I saw on her blog was the precious little knitted heart with the gingham ruffle all around it. So neatly made.. I just LOVE it. But she also added a pretty card, a swatch of wonderful fabric, and two pieces of trim with windmills. Thank you Heleen! I am so delighted with my gift.
I absolutley ADORE anything Dutch. So I thought I might also show some of the things I have. This is my little handpainted Delft Amsterdam Canal House planter. It belonged to my mother-in-law.. I'm not sure where she got it. I have always loved this. Wish I had tulips in there instead of geraniums.
And the following are from a piece of fabric.. each square is next to another one, and it looks like maybe it was originally made to form a little cloth book when folded just right.
So cute!
I want one of these in my yard...
And this is a treasure I found once at a rummage sale. It was not sewn together at all.. I did the black stitching. There are several of these 14" blocks, and I do plan on finishing them one day. It is very old, probably dating 1920's-30's or around then.. if anyone can help me with this I would greatly appreciate it. The pattern of the little dutch girl is stamped on, and there are stamped applique' pieces in blue and yellow of her dress, shoes and hat. I'm guessing the rest of her gets outlined in embroidery, at least that is what I'm doing with it. Click picture to see details.
Here is what is printed on the bottom corner. So if anyone has information about this.. I would love it if you'd let me know.
Hope you are all doing good on your Monday thing. I'm turning the air on in a minute..
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14 comments:
Wow. Lovely win!!! Lucky you. I'm lucky enough to have that dutch girl fabric/book, too. (smugly said) I love dutch things, too. My mother's line is danish and coming from PA Dutch, you get the whole combination of the idea. Sweet stuff. I love the embroidery you're doing. So so cute. Lets see if my computer lets me post this now. Hmm.
Wonderful Dutch things! I love the colors, love the fabrics, everything! What lovely surprise to be a winner!
Congrats on the present :) I was in Amsterdam for a few days visit a long time ago, I had only fond and beautiful memories, and love all those blue stuff they have. Still have my pair of wooden clogs..miniature ones of course. You have a great week ahead my good friend. hugs always
Great prize! Congratulations. Oh such wonderful fabrics! I have to say my most favorite is the blue/white house planter. I do love blue and white and I have many Japanese pieces I collected while living there.
Congratulations! I also love to visit the dutch sisters blogs, they are very inspiring! Years ago I went to Amsterdam, a lovely city, and I also have a few dutch things around...
Gefeliciteerd met je leuke prijs.
En wat een leuke Hollandse spulletjes.
Groetjes,
Sonnja & Beertje Zonn
Congratulations! I love the fabric squares...never seen them before!
Hia Eileen, what a lovely prize! I have a real soft spot for blue and white crockery. (All in trunks still.) If I do another hand over papers patchwork it is going to be blue and white.
That is such an interesting applique. I've not seen one like it. I've even had a search on-line but no joy. I did come across a stolen quilt recovery web site and got engrossed. I've the mind of a butterfly!
What lovely things in your post! I have a soft spot for vintage planters.
That applique is wonderful - I'm glad you're finishing it.
Might have been a kit someone ordered from a magazine. I'm sure there's an expert somewhere who knows.
Hi Eileen I'm glad you like it. Love your other Dutch things, so nice you showed them, they are really special!
That is a wonderful win! I love to go to rummage sales. I have such wonderful finds all over my home and each time I catch a glance at any of them, it makes me want to get out and want to go look some more.
Kayce
Hello there .
Lucky you, another gift wow. I especial love the knitted heart!
You must be all in to dutch!! You have some great stuff already!
Sorry me again: I had to do a meme today ...want to play some tag? You're it!!
List seven songs you are into right now. No matter what the genre, whether they have words, or even if they’re not any good, but they must be songs you’re really enjoying now, shaping your Summer. Post these instructions in your blog along with your 7 songs. Then tag 7 other people to see what they’re listening to.
I thought this was a good way of sharing a little more than crafting.
Best Wishes,
Melanie
Good Morning!
Eileen, I have a few blue/white Dutch items, little glass shoes and small vases that I had purchased when I lived in Holland, Michigan. When time permits I would be happy to mail them to you if you want them.
My days are very busy lately, but when things quiet down if you send me your address I would be happy to mail them to you.
I love to look at the blogs when I have a minute, I truly enjoy yours.
Martha
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