I'm joining everyone over at Coloradolady for another edition of Vintage Thingies Thursday.
I'm also joining Transformation Thursday over at The Shabby Chic Cottage.
It's Show and Tell Friday over at Cindy's My Romantic Home!
I'm joining everyone over at Bargain Hunting With Laurie for Some of My Favorite Things
And Donna is holding another Funky Junk Interiors party for Saturday Night Special
It's Show and Tell Friday over at Cindy's My Romantic Home!
I'm joining everyone over at Bargain Hunting With Laurie for Some of My Favorite Things
And Donna is holding another Funky Junk Interiors party for Saturday Night Special
I purchased this decorated trunk at the shop on French Blue Vintage several months ago.
It needed some cleaning and some small repairs to the strapping which had become
detached in several places. A little polish and half a dozen tiny brads and here it is just like new.
I don't know how old it is, but the minute I saw it , I knew exactly what kind of
treasures I would keep in it. It is 23" wide x 12" deep x 12" high.
A few weeks ago I shared a few of my childhood dolls that I just recently unpacked.
Just a temporary solution until I could get to the trunk cleaning and repair.
Most of my smaller dolls fit into this trunk, but I'll have to find an alternate
solution for some of the bigger ones.
And they all fit nicely lying down with the lid closed too!
Thanks for coming by for another Vintage Thingies Thursday,
hope to see you again next week!
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That is excellent! Beautiful trunk, and what a great place for the vintage dolls!
ReplyDeleteCandy, the trunk is awesome. Great buy. I love seeing all your dolls too. You have a lovely collection.
ReplyDeleteG'day Candy ~ What darling munch-kins you have collected ... & that trunk is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely summer day ~
TTFN ~ Hugs, Marydon
Is that even the same trunk?? Are you sure??? You did a gorgeous job restoring it. I can't believe how nice it looks. And how fantastic that your collection fits like a glove ~ just perfect. BRAVO!!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE it! The trunk AND the dolls.
ReplyDeleteThe trunk is to die for!! Your doll collection is awesome!!
ReplyDeleteThe trunk is fabulous, but wow, what a wonderful doll collection. They are all wonderful. Such a perfect place to store them. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely trunk! I have a (large) soft spot for fleur de lis, my mother adored them. Your dolls are charming and look right at home in their temporary lodging.
ReplyDeleteHappy VTT,
Sally
That is a great trunk. I am not sure if it will hold all your doll collection. Those are some of the neatest one I have seen. Looks as though you have them from all parts of the world.
ReplyDeleteThe trunk is fabulous, and what a GREAT way to display and then store your cherished dolls!
ReplyDeleteThat trunk is so beautiful. It really makes an incredible display!
ReplyDeleteYour trunk is just beautiful! And your dolls in it is just perfect! I love it!
ReplyDeleteDid you know that Fiestaware is made in West Virginia?
Have a Great Day!
Angela
Those dolls are such beautiful treasures! You've displayed them gorgeously as well!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day! Be sure to visit my blog for a great giveaway!
Sarah
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Oh my goodness, what awesome treasures! What an amazing doll collection, they are out of this world! You did find a great and such a special trunk to keep them in, perfect fit!
ReplyDeleteNancy
Thanks for all your great comments on my dolls! I collected them during the years I lived overseas with my family after WWII. Some are a little tattered around the edges, but then so am I. :-)
ReplyDeleteAngela - Oh yes, I do know about the WV connection to Fiesta! I've been to WV many times to visit the factory and soak up the local history and of course add to my collection!
Candy
I LOVE that little trunk and how clever of you to store your dollies in it :)
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
Gail
Your truck is such a lovely piece. I'm sure the dolls love it there-they certainly look nice in there. What a fantastic collection of dolls too.
ReplyDeletewhat a great piece to display you dolls in!
ReplyDeleteThat trunk is outstanding in itself but with the dolls even more so. You did some nice work on it to make it look sharp. I had a doll collection one time and used an old wicker picnic basket for the display case. I enjoyed that. Great music too.
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Candy, the trunk is beautiful, but all those dolls are an amazing collection. You have kept them in pristine condition. How special to have these from your childhood. ~ Sarah
ReplyDeleteThe trunk is a wonderful find! Your beautiful dolls are adorable looking out from their new home in your trunk! What a fabulous doll collection you have! Debbie @ Cottage Hann~Me~Downs
ReplyDeleteWow...just plain WOW!!!
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The trunk is a wonderful design. Your dolls look great posed in the trunk!
ReplyDeleteOh my, it's the population of Europe in the trunk! They look terrific. Love that.
ReplyDeleteBTW - we have a unique kitchen backsplash giveaway that might be useful to you or a friend. Please stop by our Giveaway Friday! Jane F.
Oh Candy, What darling dolls. I love the Composite Dolls. That Trunk is probably from the late 60's early 70's. They had those at Service Merchandize..opne was like that and one was wood and leeather..my Mom got the leather one from my Dad.
ReplyDeleteThat chest is beautiful, what a great collection! I really enjoyed browsing your blog, your kitchen blew me away and your gardens are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing, have a great night,
-Ann Marie
That is a treasure trove!
ReplyDeleteOh My Goodness, I can't believe you have kept all of those wonderful dolls, and I can't believe what beautiful condition they are in! Your trunk was a wonderful find and a perfect way to display all of the dolls. (I hadn't seen your previous post, and I love the little dolls under the cloche too). I have a doll similar to the two that look kind of Asian. It belonged to my mother, and I treasure it. Thank you so much for linking this to Favorite Things Saturday. Have a great weekend. laurie
ReplyDeleteThank you all for coming by to see the dollies!
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks Melody for the tip on the dating of the trunk! Service Merchandise.....that's something I hadn't thought about in years and years!!
Candy
Oh, my goodness... You have a wonderful blog!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing!
Have a wonderful Day!
Leticia
Thanks Ms Bingles, hope you come back for another visit soon.
ReplyDeleteCandy
What a beautiful trunk! Love the idea of the dolls too. I have my doll stroller and hope to have room in our new house to display my dolls in it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThanks Elaine, so glad you enjoyed your visit!
ReplyDeleteCandy