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March 2, 2010

VINTAGE WHITE LACE FOR WEDNESDAY!

I have been having such a hard time getting organized for White Wednesday lately, and am so happy to have this post ready so I can once again join in on the W.W. fun!!!
Thank-you to Kathleen at Faded Charm Cottage for hosting......check out Kathleen's blog for links to
all the participants.
These little gift bags were created with some white vintage lace I found in a box of my
grandmother's sewing materials.
I found the idea for these lace bags in a wonderful book I have called, Vintage Treasures, written
by Jane Cassini & Ann Brownfield.
The bags were easily created by sewing the lace (which is lined with tissue paper so it holds it's shape)
 into a rectangular shape.
A bit of extra ribbon and lace looped through a vintage belt buckle finishes the front of the bag.

Happy White Wednesday my blogging friends!!
xojanis
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21 comments:

  1. The Charm of HomeMarch 2, 2010 at 10:19 PM

    What cute little lace bags! A great idea for weddings. Welcome!

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  2. oldgreymareMarch 2, 2010 at 10:30 PM

    How wonderful that you were able to re-purpose something from your Grandmother. I love when we are able make things that hold deeper meaning.

    Suzan

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  3. Debra@CommonGroundMarch 2, 2010 at 10:52 PM

    This lace is just gorgeous! and what a great idea to do the bags. The black ribbon and buckle make it so classy.
    hugs,
    Debra

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  4. Debbie~March 2, 2010 at 11:01 PM

    I looove your lace bags, they're so sweet, what a wonderful way to use such a treasure! Debbie @ Cottage Hann~Me~Downs

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  5. ::cottage instincts::March 3, 2010 at 4:31 AM

    Cuteness!

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  6. SandiMarch 3, 2010 at 5:13 AM

    Hi Janis,
    Love your bags! I think you got it from the book Vintage Treasures. I have been wanting to make them forever too and just haven't gotten around to it.
    Hugs~

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  7. LisaMarch 3, 2010 at 5:39 AM

    Janis,
    Love your sweet gift bags. My lace supply is running dangerously low, need me somemo! Lisa

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  8. Sea WitchMarch 3, 2010 at 6:11 AM

    How clever your little bags are and pretty to boot. Sea Witch

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  9. Lafe's Hidden TreasuresMarch 3, 2010 at 6:48 AM

    So elegant! Nice share. Have a great Wednesday.

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  10. RustydivaMarch 3, 2010 at 7:01 AM

    Beautiful gift bags Janis. They look so sweet and elegant. I love when the wrapping of a gift is just as special as the gift itself.

    Kenda

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  11. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydMarch 3, 2010 at 8:45 AM

    How Sweet ~ Thanks for sharing....

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  12. Tallulah's Antique ClosetMarch 3, 2010 at 10:26 AM

    Hi Janis, Great idea with the vintage lace. Im glad you liked the statue. Thanks for visiting. Have a great day. Julian

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  13. AnonymousMarch 3, 2010 at 11:45 AM

    I wish all you bloggers would quit showing all these wonderful projects! I have no time as it is and all I want to do after seeing your sweet bags is go create more. LOL.....Love them and HWW. xo

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  14. Raspberries and Rose PetalsMarch 3, 2010 at 12:43 PM

    FANTASTIC IDEA! This would be perfect for a bridal or wedding gift!

    Happy WW!

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  15. GretchenMarch 3, 2010 at 2:34 PM

    You always have such unique and feminine touches to your creations. Just such a talent Janis. Thanks for the visit to my blog earlier today.
    Its so much fun to be a part of these blog party events, but time they do take up.
    Talk to you soon.
    Gretchen

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  16. Miss Gracie's HouseMarch 3, 2010 at 6:27 PM

    Those turned out really cute...*another* great idea you've given us! THANKS!
    Rene'

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  17. CaroleMarch 3, 2010 at 8:52 PM

    Made even more special that the lace came from your grandmother collection.
    xo...Carole

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  18. JulieMarch 4, 2010 at 1:28 PM

    I love old lace, It just adds a feminine and vintage touch like nothing else can. Thanks so much for stopping by . ..and for sharing your pretties!! enjoyed my visit here. You are creative!

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  19. cindy-stitches-n-stuff.blogspot.comMarch 4, 2010 at 4:42 PM

    Hi my friend, what a special bag. I hope you come visit me and give me some advise on my vintage room. Vintage is so new to me and there are so making talented people like yourself that can make such cool things.

    I love that you found lace in grandma's things.

    hugs
    cindy@stitches

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  20. NoraMarch 5, 2010 at 6:35 AM

    Very pretty bags... I love them...

    Keep On Junking
    Nora
    http://treasuresrenewed.blogspot.com/

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  21. RosemaryMarch 5, 2010 at 7:34 PM

    Love the lace!!
    Rosemary

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