Vintage goodness
Raggedy Anne & Andy dolls, made by my Great Grandma Bomen,
played with in my childhood days.
Old kids books- I really love the wording and diverse
language you don’t often find in more recent books.
Aprons~ the floral one made by my Grammy,
(Mum’s side of the family), the red polka dot one found in a
little shop in Seattle, worn by me when I remember to tie one on!
Cookbooks dating back to 1901 (!) and 1939 and falling apart from use. These were my Grandma’s (Dad’s side) and have some hand written recipes, magazine clippings, and notes in them that make me feel like I’m getting a glimpse into her kitchen. I also just received a hand mixer that was my Great Great Grandma Windsor’s on my Mum’s side that has a red handle and a prized position in my kitchen! I like to think that between the recipes, aprons, and such I’ll be able to bring a little of the past wisdom and love into my world now.
In a time where fast food and instant gratification are the norm sometimes you just gotta tie an apron on, cook a meal that takes at least an hour, and linger over it with loved ones a little longer than normal! Cheers!
fun stuff! great treasures
Comment by Sarah — November 17, 2009 @ 9:11 pm
really fun stuff and I have alot of that in my house!!!cookbooks, aprons and old children books. Luv yalooking forward to our visit
Comment by debra cole — November 18, 2009 @ 10:25 am
love those vintage cookbooks!!
Comment by sarahfae, aka auntie foo — November 18, 2009 @ 1:19 pm
Jess, I love those vintage cookbooks! Also, I keep forgetting to tell you that I tried to send you a birthday card but it was returned- not sure why. I made the envelope from a 1980’s cookbook my grandma bought for me at a garage sale. I decided it was too heavy to lug all the way around the world and though the recipes are awesome, they’re a bit dated. Lots of casseroles and mousses if you know what I mean.
Comment by Alisha — November 19, 2009 @ 8:48 am
Lish~ that’s too bad it got returned- thanks for thinking of me though!:) I wrote you the longest message a week or so ago and then it got erased and I need to write you again. love ya!
Comment by Jess — November 19, 2009 @ 2:45 pm