I discovered some old receipts in a book I picked up at a rummage sale. What a treat! For a girl like me, this can feel a bit like winning the lottery. This is an old electric bill. I love how it says for your convenience you can come down to the office to pay your bill...so convenient. lol
Here's the front. I do love envelopes and have quite a collection. I just need to find a way to use them in my artwork. I think it is time for a glue book or some collage work.
This one is a tag from a gun store. Not full of sugar and spice and everything nice but it certainly is a beautiful color and it would work well in a more masculine piece. Thought I would share.
Here's another vintage image...a friendship that is nearly 20 years old. Meet my friend Vicki. We were roommates for years and formerly know as "The Vickis." She surprised me with a spontaneous visit, and you can blame her for my lack of productivity in the studio this week! I enjoyed every minute though. She was such a trooper tagging along to three different basketball games, volleyball practice and even helped me host a team party at the house. I can't wait to visit you in wine country soon, Vic. Safe trip home.
As for you my friends, I have some fun things to share this week so stay tuned! Hope all is well. xoxo
Hi Vicki... Oh it has been so long since I have stopped in... I was so busy with my new Sewing Room.. Which I just revealed... Be sure to stop in and see it... :) I LOVE the Gun Store Tag... Those would make GREAT Invites for Husbands, Grandpa's, Uncles etc... Birthday Invites or Groom Party Invites... Really anything Manly... :) So sweet to be able to visit with Friends... :) Have a Great week!!
ReplyDeleteNow that's a good friend! I always look in old books in hopes of finding old papers, or maybe money..haha
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet surprise visit....great photo of you two! Vickis must age beautifully.... ;o) Fun paper treasures too. Old bills and receipts always fascinate me - the prices and "personal touches" are something we'll never see again. Sorry I missed several posts - but played some catch up tonight. I really like how you stacked those vintage papers together for your background on the holy card project. That edging is perfect!! Hope all is well in your world....Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin
ReplyDeleteDear Vicki:
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing. You and your friend look so happy.
Hugs,
Susan
Such a great photo of the two Vickis! Long time friends are a real blessing! Great images!
ReplyDeleteSo, what I really want to find in a book is money, but a receipt for one is always fun too! So glad you had a good time with your friend! I went out to Renningers today, I have not been out there for about a year, it was there 3rd weekend fair, good vendors!
ReplyDeleteCarol
Oh dear! Thank you for the gorgeous images! Friendships are so precious! Who could blame you for enjoying every drop! Clearly you gals had so much fun! :)
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Hi Vicki thanks for sharing your old receipts and envelope and tag.
ReplyDeleteOh friends like these are just so special.
Treasure every moment!
Hugs,
Suzy
i just LOVE ephemera! yours are so awesome. sweet pic of "The Vickis!" aren't old friends just the best?
ReplyDeleteNeat stuff you gfound in the book. What a nice friend!
ReplyDeleteYep, the color of those items is wonderfully aged and waiting for your artistic touch-especially love the tag. I have an aged Harley Davidson handbook, lol, it's golden and so pretty...but has motorcycles all over it!haven't thought of a way to use it yet, so I need inspiration. :) So glad you had fun with your long-time, friend. Not many people have friendships that long, that's a blessing. :)
ReplyDelete~Scarlett
OH WOW! To me there is nothing better than finding hidden treasures like these in a book -- makes it all the more fun! Thanks for sharing with us!
ReplyDeletegreat vintage finds and so glad you got to spend some time with an old friend, they are the BEST kind!!:)
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to spend quality time with your dear friend. Thank you for the vintage images. Creative Hugs...
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun time! Glad you got to spend some time with your long time friend.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Judy
Long time friends are just the best! How nice to have had time to spend together, and a trip to wine country to look forward to!
ReplyDeleteI love the vintage finds; they're treasures within a treasure.
have a great day!
xo
Delightful find, Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteLove the design of this blog!
ReplyDeleteI also love old books and such. Yeah, finding some money would be nice also :) Thanks for the story about your friend also. 'Looking forward to your new posts :)
ReplyDeleteWhat great finds but even more special is time spent with our life long friends!
ReplyDeletehugs Lynn