Thursday, April 14, 2011

Treasures From Warrenton

I am very fortunate to live near Round Top and Warrenton, Texas. I so much look forward to the antique shows that are held there twice a year. This time I found some pretty vintage linens and many other treasures. This little set of tea towels was my very favorite. It shows the romance and courtship of two cats. The above photo shows them when they first meet and get to know each other.
The above two photos show them "romancing" and getting married.
The above photos show them on their honeymoon and expecting kittens.
This photo is a closeup of the "June" towel. Such beautiful work and they were all in such wonderful shape. When I saw them in the booth, they were all folded up in a large plastic bag. The lady that had the booth saw me looking at them and had to get them all out and put them in order, so I could get the full picture. I was sold. Also, these tea towels combine two of my favorite things---cats and vintage linens. I plan to sew them together, in order, for a window valance.
This collage shows an assortment of items purchased at another booth. I have plans for the old buttons and the broken rose quartz piece will become a bracelet. I just love all the pretty colors and shapes. It is so fun to take items like these and make them into things to be cherished.