Aunt Nellie treasured many things, including these sentimental letters from her mother's family in Germany. Lovingly scripted in sepia ink during the mid-1800s, they now make their way around the world once again for use in your artwork.
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Robin Greeting Banner
Who could more cheerfully deliver your sentiment than a robin in full song? The original die-cut is approximately 6 inches high and contains no greeting, although it was clearly designed as a message scroll. Nestled in the clouds would be the perfect place for you to add your own hand-written script or stamping. What message will these sweet birds deliver for you today?
Vision Test Chart
This vision test chart is a sentimental piece for me; it belonged to my grandfather, who was an ophthalmologist. The original was laminated onto a wooden plaque and contains links to hang additional charts onto either side.
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Singer Ad Card
Ah, the wonder of owning a Singer Sewing Machine in the 1920s! I love this trade advertising card - mostly because of the gorgeous yellow warbler... but also because the ad promises you can make the dress of your dreams in one "happy afternoon!" Just love that. The original card measures 4.5 by 6 inches. Note that at that size, the egg is depicted at "natural size" and the warbler is at "3/4 size." Isn't that sweet?
Artist Palette
I'm not sure what year this pretty die-cut palette was published. The original is lightly embossed, plain on the back, approximately 6 inches in length, and includes the "My Hopes in Thee" sentiment. I've removed the sentiment for the versions below so you can add your own sweet message.
Saturday, March 3, 2012
1910 Farm Scene
This distinguished gentleman is my great-grandfather, Charles Lyman Whalen, taken on the Minich family farm in Carlisle, IN circa 1910. I love the textures in this photo, especially the sheep's curly locks and the ruggedness of the barn boards. "Pete" always dressed up, even when on the farm.
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