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Friday, June 3, 2011

Think I'll Put................................

....................................a little 'light' on the subject, that I love to talk about.........................................
Reusing, Redoing, Recreating vintage textiles and finds into special keepsakes for my Brown Gingham Creations. I have a whole line I've created called Angelic Lights. I find vintage dolls from the 1930's to the 50's, usually, that need some tlc and recreate them into charming nightlights.


 This is Rosa She was a 1960's spun acrylic dresser lamp. Her skirt was created from a 1940's hand-tatted doily, as well as the hat and parasol embellishments, and a 1940's hankie I hand-embroidered. She found a home right away. Her two sisters................................................................................
Sunny and
Daisy, both created in vintage embellished textiles, Sunny's wings are created with vintage lace ribbon, while Daisy's a vintage quilted coaster. Both are ready to go to their new home. They are available at $49.99
This next Angelic Light is a votive...............................
Lovey is originally from the 1940's and she sports her original hand-crocheted slip that I used as pinafore over top of a 1930's hankie I hand-embroidered and embellished with brown Sworovski Crystals. The crystals also created her choker and she holds a copper charm that reads 'LOVE'.  Her wings were created by repurposing a vintage net and velvet flower hat. She sits atop a vintage Amber glass lamp shade which covers a battery powered candlelite votive. She too has found a loving home.
My favorite  Angelic Light is ..................................

'Lacey Rose' as I've named her. I found her and her Sisters (1952 little ladies) in a cold glass display care without a stitch on and bald! I knew immediately I had to bring them home and help them. Now Lacey  was given flowing long black tresses. Her dress (the lampshade) was created using tulle, black lace edging, hand-painted pink rose and tulle rick-rack, a 1940's hankie I hand-embroidered, and a hand-tatted vintage doily.
The wings are a Battenberg lace heart. Her crown and garland she holds is the same rick-rack. I placed a candle lamp into a vase as the 'votive' holder, which is surrounded by an Ivy wreath I accented with matching paper and porelain roses.Sh is actually 3 peices. Lacey Rose is also available for $69.99
I so enjoy creating these 'flights of fancy',  each has her own personality when finished. And I do love the fun of finding all the vintage components that create my Angelic Lights.

Don't forget to join me on a visit to Beverly's Pink Saturday

Souther. Lady's Vintage  Vintage Love Saturday
                                And Etsy Cottage Style Blogspot on Monday for Market Monday

7 comments:

Tami @ Creative girl Vintage said...

Oh Melody these dolls are so gorgeous! Thank you for sharing!
Happy Pink Saturday..xo Tami

Jori said...

Those dolls are FABULOUS! Happy PS!

Shabbyprimdelights said...

Hi Melody...I love vintage dolls and a what a wonderful idea to turn them into lights.
HPS
Michelle

Shirley said...

Hi Melody, Your dolls have brought back so many wonderful memories, that my mother would crochet dresses for when I was growing up. I hope the severe weather missed you and your dad is feeling better. We have been at the horse show and a t-ball game. Almost to much sun and heat. Next game is at 10:15 in the morning and then a birthday party for our oldest grandson. I will write more later. Hugs Your Missouri Friend.

mypinkprettiesaboutme said...

Melody I love dolls of all kinds. I enjoy decorating with them in my home. Thx for sharing.

Stay in the pink

LL

Daniella said...

I love them all!! But you know I really love rose! I am a lover of all things pink!!
xxDaniella

Jany Schindler said...

All the dolls are absolutely beautiful.
Don't forget to Look in the Nook.
ENJOY!
Jany