Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Vintage Christmas

When I saw Jann
was having a
Vintage Christmas Party
I thought....Hey that is up my alley!
If you are a follower you know
1515
It is my Grandparents house I bought 4 yrs ago
It is all vintage
So shall we take a look?
The tree is big lights and all
vintage shiny bright ornaments.
My Grandmothers blocks under the tree.
same spot in the living room as it was in 1943

Come on in, hang up your coat in the closet
Santa will help


 love things in the original packages especially the Santa Mugs
I found.



Shall we move to the dining room

The Santa planter in the middle belonged to my Grandfather
tree in corner with shiny brights

Christmas cards sent to my Great Grandparents from 
1900-1930's
pictures of us cousins with Santa, that is me on the right

My Daddy's boyhood bedroom
box after box of shiny bright
check out the corner
"you'll shoot your eye out!"
picture of my Dad in front of 1515 in December 1943

Are you ready for my Grandparents bedroom?
My other Grandmother's aluminum tree all done in pink

a box full of her corsages



  


 Let us not forget the kitchen!

vintage tablecloths

vintage aprons
bottle brush trees above the sink
and a candle in ever window

I will leave a candle burning


It also is
Vintage Thingie Thursday!



27 comments:

Laura said...

Your house looks wonderful! I just love the vintage decorations :)

Erica of Golden Egg Vintage said...

Stunning!!! I see so many things I want! lol
Really though I'm so happy for you that many of the things belonged to your grandparents. What treasures for you.
Happy Holidays,
Erica :)

April D said...

This is just great. I can't think of a thing to say but I LOVE IT all--simply amazing collection and so many special memories to go alongside. What a treasure!
Merry Christmas!
~april

Unknown said...

I love having a peek of days gone by. What a wonderful display:) Thanks for sharing it.
Hugs and Merry Christmas! xoxo Marilou

Perfectly Printed said...

Holy SMoke!!! Your house is amazing!! A trip back in time!

chris

LV said...

Really enjoyed the visit to your home and seeing all your many treasures. Well done and lots of wonderful memories to cherish.

Happy@Home said...

What a great vintage Christmas post.
I love all of the old treasures and have some of the same things. I think it's extra special that your things actually belonged to your grandparents and parents. Most of mine are from thrift/antique shops.
I've never seen the little Santa mugs in the package. Who knew that they were once used for shot glasses :).

Old Fashioned Gal said...

This is by far my favorite post of the season! I almost got teary eyed thinking of how fortunate you must feel to have all of these beautiful things from your grandparents! I hope they stay in your family for years to come! Merry Christmas to you and yours! :)
-Denise

Darlene said...

So many wonderful and pretty vintage items. I love all of them especially the aluminum tree with pink! Just love those vintage corsages too. take care, Darlene

NanaDiana said...

Wow! I don't think it can get any more vintage than this. What a wonderful display of all your beautiful things- xo Diana

Sally Annie Magundy said...

Oh Ann, I love this post, so wonderful. I want to sit and linger over each sweet and precious photo.

Wishing you the merriest of Christmases!

Susie said...

Anne, I love all your vintage things. The little Christmas girls are adorable. Seeing your father's solder picture, makes me feel like crying.It makes me think of young men wanting to be home for Christmas. Now days it's men and women. Enjoy your beautiful Christmas. xoxo,Susie

Vintage Gal said...

Oh my Gosh ~ so many Christmas memories. You are so fortunate to have those things that mean so much to you~ enjoy the memories ~ Love all of it ;-)

GardenOfDaisies said...

I had such fun taking this p eak around your house. I love looking at all the cute bits on the shelves... and recognized gurley candles and other pretties that I have too.

ThrifterSisters said...

Oh my goodness. Looking at this post is like looking in my own home. Our styles are so similar and we have many of the same things. I must say that this has been my favorite vintage Christmas post this year! If you get a chance, check out my decor! I think you will like it:-)

Happy Holidays,

Erica

Bargain Hunting Treasure Seeker said...

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE how you have decorated!!! THANKS soo much for sharing!!! :)

Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage said...

Just amazing! If there is a prize, you win! You have the most fabulous vintage Christmas collection. It must feel wonderful to still have your Grandparents home. I love that the tree is in the same place. Happy Christmas! You seem all set!

Ivy and Elephants said...

I feel like I've time traveled to my childhood and ended up in Santa's village!!! Everywhere I look is a treat for the eyes! I love it all. What a joyous place to be.
Hugs and happy holidays,
Patti

Unknown said...

Oh what a sweet treat and a Merry Christmas visit on this lovely Pink Saturday. And thanks for the info about the Christmas blog party. Have a blessed and beautiful Christmas full of old and new and very delightful family memories.

Ann said...

Well you had me at vintage! It's my favorite part of Christmas decorations. Your tree looks amazing. I love all the original boxes with ornaments. I have some Christmas cups but I took them out of the plastic (kept it though). Love ALL of the Santas.
Ann

SImple and Serene Living said...

Where do I begin. Oh well, I just love it all :)

Anonymous said...

What a treasure trove of Vintage! I have been catching up on your beautiful posts!

Little Susie Home Maker said...

Just all so beautiful. Love it all!
Merry Christmas.
Susie

Teresa@1800 Farmhouse Rd said...

Love it all, Ann! My favorite is the big colored lights. I have been buying a set every time I can, trying to get enough of them to do our tree with. They won't be vintage, but they will be like the big old bulbs that we had growing up. They are sooo costly tho!

Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson said...

Oh my gosh Ann I love this post! I love your grandparents house at 1515! I could spend hours here just browsing. I will be back for another look. You have such an amazing collection of shiny brites. Love all of your (in the package) treasures. The silver tree, oh gosh; just love it all! I will be featuring you for sure sweetie!
Hugs,
Jann

Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson said...

I forgot to tell you that when I saw the big Santa face I almost cried. We had one so similar growing up that I loved. My mom hung it outside on the house every year. He lit up and his nose had started to get a hole in it. No one knows what ever became of him. Would loved to have him in my home!
double hugs,
Jann

Pam Kessler said...

I could wrap the whole house up and bring it home with me! Love those Santa cups in the original packaging. And that Santa head planter in your Grandparents bedroom is adorable. so much eye candy!