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Thursday, December 1, 2011

Cards from Holidays Past

If you saved all your holidays cards from the last few years, how much would they weight??? I know it is a strange question to ask but the answer is…. mine weight about 7 pounds. I have a beautiful green vintage scale that I pile mine up on. I can't bare to part with them, the old holiday cards have cute pictures of our friends kids, updates on their lives and the cards are just beautiful cards. 





I love the vintage holiday hankies from the 50's and 60's, I like to embellish with them.





 I think there is nothing more special than getting a beautiful card in the mail, I love the stamps too. Do you still send out holidays card?


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31 comments:

  1. The Joyful ThrifterDecember 1, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    what a fun idea! I have no idea how much they would weigh. I am guilty of throwing away the cards. I get ever so many, but they are beautiful!

    Smiles,
    The Joyful Thrifter

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  2. UnknownDecember 1, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    This was a great post. Yes we do send cards out. I do not send a lot but paint all of my cards with acrylics and write in them personal messages. I save a lot of my cards for art work. Blessings this Christmas. Joy to you and yours.
    QMM

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  3. AndreaDecember 1, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    That's cute. I'll have to weigh mine. I send out cards every year, but have yet to put mine together. I'd better get on the ball. Love your scale!

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  4. Lynn at Cottage and CreekDecember 1, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Your scale is so nice! I love the color and patina. And how clever to display your old cards on it. Great idea. Your vignettes are lovely. I'm your newest follower and I hope you can pop over to Cottage and Creek and follow back. Love your style.
    Lynn

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  5. suzyqDecember 1, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Wow, I love those old scales!! The wrapping paper looks great in the boots too!
    I love your blog - stop by anytime and see me in Australia.
    Suzyq

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  6. OliveDecember 1, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    Seven pounds of love that's what that is and yes we send cards.

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  7. Vintage RestyledDecember 1, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Love the idea and your vignette is fab!

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  8. AnonymousDecember 1, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    I love this! I want an old scale! Love the look.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  9. Monica @ Happily Playing with DishesDecember 1, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    This is a great display. We do send out a few cards.

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  10. Cindy AdkinsDecember 2, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Wow - I love your old scale! I do still send them out, yes, although not as many as I used to and I don't receive as many either. But, you're right - nothing like receiving a beautiful card in the mail! Thanks for stopping by tonight and your sweet message! I'm feeling much better! Sunshine always helps! Hugs,
    Cindy

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  11. CherylDecember 2, 2011 at 1:51 AM

    I love old cards and hankies. I recycle my old cards into new art by cutting them into strips and making mosaic ornaments out of them.

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  12. Karen @ A Stylish InteriorDecember 2, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    Oh my gosh! I figured out what I'm going to do with my scale! Thanks for the inspiration. Very cute! And, thanks for the follow! I'm following you right back!
    Karen

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  13. d e l i g h tDecember 2, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    A really cute idea! I like the hankies on the scale. Yes, receiving a card with a handwritten greeting is so very wonderful! Love your photos!

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  14. MeriDecember 2, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    Delightful -- love the colors, the textures, the whole thought of Christmas.

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  15. LeoviDecember 2, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    I love that old scale, a beautiful composition in these photos.

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  16. UnknownDecember 2, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    How lovely that you have saved them and it must be fun to peek into them and see the older photos and compare to present ones. Love the vintage scale. I have a white one that is similar.

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  17. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeDecember 2, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Cute idea! I love the way you displayed the cards and hankies! I think it's sad that people don't send mail in general any more. I do still send cards :)

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  18. Elegant EconomiesDecember 2, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Love your scale! I send a few cards by mail, but don't save the ones I receive.Did I tell you I really love your scale?lol!
    Audrey

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  19. AnonymousDecember 3, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    of course I save my cards - I love getting them and after an acceptable period of appreciative time has passed, they move into my paper crafting supply chain.

    and yes, I send cards too. which reminds me I should get going on that!

    Love your collection all gathered together in the vintage scale - absolutely charming!

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  20. NancyDecember 3, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    Most of my family don't send cards anymore, and that is rather sad.

    I have three or four of these vintage scales scattered about my house. I love them too. :)

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  21. life just sayingDecember 3, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Love the vintage scales. So pretty how you decorated with it. And, yes I still send cards. And yes, it is so hard to just toss them. New follower!

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  22. Red Rose AlleyDecember 3, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Yes, I am still one to send out hand written cards every year, and I agree with you - there's nothing like getting a beautiful card in the mail OR sending one out. I think it is so special that you keep all your cards. I usually keep just the pictures because I would have too many saved. But I know what you mean...some of the cards are unique and precious.
    ~Sheri at Red Rose Alley

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  23. GenevaDecember 3, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Laura, you know I'm smiling! What a wonderful post!

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  24. Castles Crowns and CottagesDecember 3, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Good evening Laura!

    Thank you so much for coming by with a comment! And how lovely are your vintage wares...what is it about old things that just make our hearts swoon?

    ENJOY DECORATING and finding the magic! Anita

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  25. UnknownDecember 3, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    What great images!
    Thank you for popping by my place!
    Kerry at HouseTalkN

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  26. Jenny @ Simcoe StreetDecember 4, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    I also love cards but I really LOVE your scale!

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  27. Custom ComfortsDecember 4, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    What a beautiful scale! I don't get as many Christmas cards as I used to, but then I don't send them either. I cut mine up and use them to make either gift tags or note cards. Makes me feel good to know I'm recycling them.
    Cindy

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  28. Laura at Ms. Smartie PantsDecember 5, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    The perfect amount of rust! I just threw away a stack of cards from the last several years. If I had a cool rusty scale like yours I think I would have kept them! Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  29. AudreyDecember 6, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    Love your idea to display your pile of cards. The scale is just so perfect. Thanks for sharing the idea.
    Audrey Z.

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  30. Kim @ Too Much TimeDecember 9, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    I am featuring you tonight!Thank you so much for linking up your lovely project at Get Schooled Saturday. We will be open for business again Friday night-Sunday night!
    Kim @ Too Much Time
    www.kim-toomuchtimeonmyhands.blogspot.com

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  31. Michelle PaigeDecember 10, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Adorable display idea! Thanks for your comment at michellepaige.blogspot.com
    I appreciate you stopping by.

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