This is the little shelf my dad made me years ago. He actually made it to sell at the flea market but I fell in love with it so he gave it to me. That was usually what happened every month at the flea market when they used to sell there. I would always come home with a little treasure handmade by my mom or dad.
There are a lot of sentimental things on this little shelf. The baby shoes belonged to my kids. The little slip was mine. There are pictures of my dad as a little boy and my mom as a young woman. There is a photo of my son and an oil painting in the back that he painted when he was around 10.
It's a bit crowded up there but I like it!
Cindy,
ReplyDeleteThe only thing it is crowded with is love and memories. Thanks for sharing!!!
Sandyt
Oh I just love this look...not to crowded for my taste..lovely.
ReplyDelete~deby
This is lovely--you are such a find!
ReplyDeleteMiss Janice
I think it looks wonderful...so full of happy memories!
ReplyDeleteWhat a special area in your bedroom....I know everything on your shelf is full of love
ReplyDeleteand special memories. Just beautiful and thank you for sharing. Mimi
Those are the best treasures. I think it looks beautiful with all those memories sharing a special spot. Thanks for sharing a little of the heart.
ReplyDeleteWendy
Hi Cindy!
ReplyDeleteI think it's beautiful and full of things that evoke lovely memories!
Manuela
i love a beautiful crowd :)
ReplyDeleteCindy, It is beautiful and so are your memories! Thank you for sharing! See? You have been talented forever!!!
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ReplyDeleteI have been reading your blog for quite some time. You have really become quite the popular blogger! Good for you for all your well deserved success. I find much inspiration here and thank you for that. I have recently started a blog but have a long ways to go! LOL.
ReplyDeleteSweet, I like the crowded look. I have it everywhere in my home.
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Cindy...
ReplyDeleteThe shelf is gorgeous...and it's full of memories.
~Blessings,
Jan
HI Cindy! Let's rename it and call it a Shelf de Memoire! (get it shelf of memories!!lol) Very pretty personal spot. Have a great one - Jeannette
ReplyDeleteI think it's perfect just the way it is.
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Hi Cindy! Love your precious little shelf with all your memories on it! You just know how to make everything look so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
Shelia :)
I like it too! Sentimental and beautiful, a wonderful combination!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing!
~ Tara ~
The shelf is so charming and I love a crowded, clutter look, I am famous in my family for this look! Thank you for sharing your special shelf of memories.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful and charming way to display your treasures. The shelf is gorgeous. You are so clever.
ReplyDeleteI love decorating with meaning! It comes from the heart. Sally
ReplyDeleteHi Cindy,
ReplyDeleteI love your shelf & the fact that your Dad made it, makes it even more special. It is filled with special memories; therefore it's not crowded at all. It's your shelf of treasures that can't be bought.
Blessings,
Sandi
Great little shelf Cindy, and I love how all the 'stuff' has special significance to you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet shelf and all them memories that it brings!! Your things never look crowded- always so lovely and perfect to the T!
ReplyDeleteblessings to you
mary
So charming! I may have to incorporate this idea into my home! I have so many old things and photos ~ this is just perfect! Thank-you so much!
ReplyDeleteKarin
The shelf is really nice. I love your wall color. You painted a blue hutch a little while back--what brand of paint did you use and what color?
ReplyDeleteI love how you did it. The lace and all. I see your cute little button wreath on there. Looks just like a picture in a magazine.
ReplyDelete~Liz
How sweet to have such treasures where you can enjoy them every day!
ReplyDeletexoxo,
Mary
Hi Cindy:
ReplyDeleteI love the shelf your dad made. He is pretty talented at woodworking I think. Before I got to the part where you said it was a little crowded, I was thinking "look how many things she has on it and how good it looks" maybe thats why my shelves don't look as good...not enough stuff.
I wish I had saved baby things from when my kids were little.
It all looks great together.
Ginger
How sweet! Can a shelf be too crowded? Or a photo album too full? You are so lucky to have pieces like that from you dad. Too cool.
ReplyDeleteWell Cindy, that is just precious! I love everything you have on it, for it has a history that is special to you. The lace just adds the final touch.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Your shelf is not crowded Cindy....it looks perfect . I love how the lace brings it all together. Very pretty. :o) Sue
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful memory shelf. I love the white against the blue.
ReplyDeleteJust lovely.
I like it too! What a wonderful talent your dad has ~ woodworking. No wonder you are so talented! The Family Treasures displayed on that shelf say all it needs to ~ PERFECTLY PERFECT!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Sher
Beautiful shelf ~ full of love & cherished memories. I, too, have lots of special pieces that my sweet daddy made for me over the years.
ReplyDeleteBig TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents
Lovely memories on a lovely shelf.
ReplyDeleteHope you have a nice weekend.
Love Elzie
It's beautiful.
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ReplyDeleteKram Lotta
Hi Cindy,
ReplyDeleteYour shelf looks perfect and what great memories!!
Hugs~Kelly
Oh! That shelf is so beautiful, and the colors so soothing. I just adore the cooler shades of blue and white... Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI love the look.
ReplyDeleteLowely treasures!
Tine, Norway
My daddy used to make shelves to sell at the flea market and I'd end up with them too! Now he is gone and the little shelves make me think of him.
ReplyDeleteThe shelf is adorable with all your personal memories. Love the white and the soothing blue, reminds me so much about Sweden and home. Have a wonderful weekend, Helene
ReplyDeleteHow very lovely. You always have such a wonderful way of putting together vignettes that are meaningful and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely shelf and not only was it made with love, it shows love. Wonderful.
ReplyDeleteoh my, it's gorgeous, I really want want of those shelves with pegs underneath, not seen one in my price bracket yet though
ReplyDeleteI love how you've filled it with so many personal things, what a way to have memories
Sarah
Cindy,
ReplyDeleteHow sweet that shelf looks with all of your treasures on it. My dad made me one when I was little and it was upolstered in pink leather. He was an upolsterer for diners and such. I loved that little shelf. :)
How beautiful. I love the sentiments behind your vingette!!! I always love to see what you post. Especially, pictures of your home! hugs, Ellen
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!
ReplyDeleteReally really nice - a memory shelf. Great job!
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