Hubby and I had a wonderful overnight get-away for Valentine’s Day. He took me to dinner at Vincenzo’s, one of our favorite restaurants in Louisville and the food was c’est magnifique as usual. If you’re a UK fan, Coach Cal likes this restaurant, too!!!
We spent the night at our home in Lexington, and I was able to steal some time away and do a little shopping. It’s always a treat for me to visit my good friend, Debbie Chamblin at Belle Maison Antiques and see what French trésors she has. She had already let me know that she had gotten some sheep engravings in and she knew I have been looking for some.
They are so charming and I just love sheep engravings and paintings. These are English and I can’t wait to have them matted and framed.
Actually, I should make copies of them first. They would make wonderful transfer projects!
I scored BIG on the next item!
It’s a wonderful example of a French gathering basket and it’s in excellent condition for its age. It would have been used for an individual to pick flowers or berries.
I added the French enamel number and played around with a vignette.
The handle and frame are solid and the weaving is so nicely done. Both sides have a hinged flap with the most delicate small knobs.
Can’t you just imagine a walk in beautiful Provence with basket in hand gathering sweet lavender?
I can.
Yep, it was a good Valentine’s week.
Until next time,
Kim
Linking up to:
Voila! French Inspiration Thursday at French Cupboard
Open House Party at No Minimalist Here
Feathered Nest Friday at French County Cottage
Show and Tell Friday at Romantic Home
Potpourri Friday at 2805
Vintage Inspiration Friday at Common Ground
What's It Wednesday at Ivy and Elephants
21 comments:
Love the sheep engravings and the basket is a fabulous find also. Sounds like the perfect Valentine's. Hugs, Marty
I didn't get past Valentines dinner out.... I started day dreaming.
~Bliss~
Oh, I love the sheep and that basket is fabulous. If I lived close by you might just find that missing one day.
So cute! I love the little lambs...Can't wait to see them framed! XO Cindy
Ooooo, I'm so loving that gathering basket.
You found some fabulous goodies...love that basket :o) Have a great weekend!!!
~Des
PS. I am now following you on Google...hope you will follow me back :o)
I love baskets and this is such a gorgeous one. The sheep engravings are fabulous too. The images would look great on pillows.
Hugs,
Julia
Kim, what wonderful finds!! I am sure you have fabulous plans for these! I also want to let you know that I just did the drawing for the giveaway...and YOU are the WINNER! I will be posting the results first thing in the morning. CONGRATULATIONS!!
Oh Kim, you found some great treasures! You lucky lady! I love that basket and those sheep are just sensational. Your dinner sounds like such a memorable evening too! I'm your newest follower, so happy you came to see me!
Have a wonderful day!
Nancy
Your basket is beautiful. Love how you styled it!
Mary Alice
Love, love the engravings. The basket is fantastic.
Thanks for sharing.
Michele
HI Kim, so nice to meet you. Came on over from Embellishments. Your blog is beautiful. Love the basket and the sheep pics. I will be a new follower now. XO, Pinky
Your blog is beautiful! The basket is just gorgeous! Congratulations on winning the contest at Shenita's!
What fabulous treasures you found! You can't go wrong with engravings, especially since they can double as a transfer. The little basket is lovely too!
Kate
Thank you for sharing your wonderful treasures at Potpourri Friday!
Found you through the new linky followers blog hop. I'm so happy to be your newest follower, it would be great if you follow me back. :)
Karah
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Those sheep engravings are wonderful and the basket is a great find. Love the addition of the number.
blessings,
karianne
Beautiful sheep and loving your basket too!! Thanks for linking up at FNF! :)
Love the sheep, Kimberly! The basket was a great find. Thanks for linking to my party. xo, Sherry
Love the picnic basket! So many wonderful possibilities ...
Thanks so much for sharing with us at WIW. See you next week!
Hugs,
Patti
new follower :)
The basket is amazing and love the sheep prints!
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