Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Tuesday's Treasures.

Hello,

Welcome to Tuesday's Treasures. This week I will share with you a Fireplace Screen that I bought years ago at a garage sale for something like $5.00. I remember I bought some patchwork books at the same time.

Now I bought this off a lady who was retiring to the city. None of her children wanted this and I guess you can't take everything when you downsize. I actually went to school with her daughter so had known them for a long time. Her husband gave her the kit on her 1st Wedding Anniversary many years ago. There is certainly a great amount of work that went into this tapestry.

I love this fireplace screen and the story behind it. To see lots more treasure's check out Melody's blog. Thanks for visiting.
Happy days.
Bev C
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13 comments:

  1. TerriawTuesday, December 14, 2010 10:59:00 AM

    What a lovely treasure! I can see why you like it. So much prettier than the curtain we have hanging up in front of our fireplace when it's not in use (keeps the draft out).

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  2. BubzRugzTuesday, December 14, 2010 12:44:00 PM

    That is such a lovely firescreen - so great it has a home where it is loved and appreciated for the work in it...
    Hugz

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  3. Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra StitcheriesTuesday, December 14, 2010 2:10:00 PM

    Wow Bev...it's lucky you are giving this beautiful piece a good home...Dzintra♥x

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  4. MelodyTuesday, December 14, 2010 3:08:00 PM

    It is a really beautiful fire screen. Well done for finding it and thank you for sharing it.

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  5. KarenTuesday, December 14, 2010 3:27:00 PM

    Great find. I'd bet the lady was pleased that it went to someone who appreciated it. It must be hard to give up something she had made.
    Makes you appreciate it even more!

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  6. AnonymousTuesday, December 14, 2010 5:14:00 PM

    Hello Bev, such a beautiful firescreen....I have one on my wish list...but havenot come across one yet....certainly is a treasure to have...Hugs Lyn

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  7. RochelleTuesday, December 14, 2010 6:59:00 PM

    That is such a delightful treasure Bev.
    So glad it found a much loved home with you.

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  8. Mitzi CuriTuesday, December 14, 2010 7:33:00 PM

    That fireplace screen is adorable! I love the colors used....pretty pastels. Thanks for sharing!

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  9. SheilaTuesday, December 14, 2010 9:03:00 PM

    How beautiful and so much work , I am surprised her family were not interested in having it considering the history of the kit .So glad you have it to enjoy , it is indeed a treasure.Sheila

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  10. Simone de KlerkTuesday, December 14, 2010 9:43:00 PM

    What a special story behind the screen!

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  11. JossieWednesday, December 15, 2010 5:39:00 AM

    What a lovely screen and story. Amazing that none of the children took it. Such a wonderful memory of their childhood.

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  12. MyleneSaturday, December 18, 2010 12:29:00 AM

    A beautiful treasure, Bev.

    Have a happy weekend!

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  13. fialka012Sunday, January 09, 2011 7:35:00 AM

    Krásné...

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