For my birthday in October I received the most precious and thoughtful gift from my Aunt. This sewing box/organizer was made by my Grandfather in 1949 while he was in school, to be a carpenter. He worked his whole life as a carpenter, making amazing furniture as well as doors and windows in the traditional Norwegian style. He actually made the paneling in the Bakery at the Norway Pavilion at EPCOT as well. I always loved to get into this sewing box at my Grandfathers house when I was little. There were so many wonderful treasures in it, old buttons, yarn, patterns and everything you can imagine. When my Grandfather passed away in '92 my Aunt inherited the sewing box, and now she has passed it on to me- I am so honoured and proud. It will be filled with wonderful treasures, yarn and projects in progress (you might see the bag from Leanne's class there), and some socks I am working on for my brothers national costume, or "bunad".
Thank you so much Aunt T!
And for all of you- have a wonderful weekend. We will be off to the cabin with my parents this afternoon, it will be great to spend some quality time up there. I will be back with pictures on Monday :) Take care.
What a beautiful gift from your Aunt. The sewing box is magnificent. I would love to look for the paneling you described on my next visit to Epcot so please tell me where to look. I think on my recent visit there I missed the bakery.
ReplyDeleteCONGRATULATIONS! This is really a treasure! Have a nice weekend.
ReplyDeleteYour grandfather was a wonderful craftsman. That is an absolutely gorgeous sewing box. I am so happy for you to receive it and all the wonderful memories attached.
ReplyDeleteThat truly is a wonderful gift! Your grandfather did a lovely job, and how sweet of your Aunt to give it to you!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!!
What a delightful and beautiful gift. So many memories for you!
ReplyDeleteSå heldig du er! Den er vakker og med alle de minnene som er tilknyttet den må det være noe av det fineste du kan få.
ReplyDeleteHa en fantastisk helg.
What a beautiful chest and all the more so because it was made by your Grandfather.
ReplyDeleteFor en gave du har fått! Dette er jo virkelig en skatt. Og så koselig at det er bestefaren din som har laget den.
ReplyDeletelucky you...........this is gorgeous.......and so special....
ReplyDeleteWhat a super gorgeous gift to receive. I'm sure you will fill it with wonderful projects.
ReplyDeleteI love the sewing box its really sweet that you have something to pass down though the family to keep the crafty side of your family going. have a nice time this weekend
ReplyDeleteFor en flott gave, du er jammen heldig. Ta godt vare på den. jeg er bare bittelitt misunnelig:-))
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful gift. Family heirlooms are such a treasure. My grandmother gave me a handpieced top of a Grandmother's Flower Garden. I am a tad intimidated to have to do the quilting, but I am so touched she gave it to me.
ReplyDeleteI should post a picture.
the sewing box is magnificent - no wonder you treasure it so much. i enjoyed the photo of your 'paris cats' wallhanging. i have made a cushion cover from that range and am thinking of making a table runner as well. i think it is fun to work with.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful! What amazing workmanship.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful gift! How lovely of your Aunt to pass it along to you. It looks beautiful, & is so carefully crafted.Enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful treasure to cherish! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful. The box and the thought! I love treasures like that.
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