Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Slumber Party with Phyllis!

Welcome to the slumber party and don't forget to send some Birthday Love to Phyllis! Thank you for the invitation to join in!
I remember slumber parties fondly as a child. It was just pandemonium any time you got more than 3 little girls together. We would have never taken the time to appreciate all of the wonderful things around us like we do now.Like this old buttoned haired rag doll. She is made completely of vintage fabrics and lace and buttons. She sits so sweetly on the bed waiting for a little girl to play with.
She is never alone, though. She shares a cozy spot with this chenille bear. He makes that old pearl collar look great.I remember this old blanket. This was a small crib blanket that my Grammie made. It is certainly older than I am and still in perfect condition.Of course you can't go to a slumber party without something that reminds you of home and provides you comfort. This is the blanket I came home from the hospital with 42 years ago. It is so soft. I love the little kittens.Before tucking in for the night, there is always time to play. This is an old wooden play set that I had as a child. It was pink when I used to play with it. It got a fresh new look for my daughter.This was one of my favorite toys. This toy hi-chair went through 3 generations of girls in my family. It was my Mom's first and it was painted the creamiest white. Then it was given to me and it was pale pink. Now it is Shelby's. It has seen many dolly's in it's day!
This walk down memory lane has made me tired. But before turning in, a cup of tea and some favorite almond cookies. I look forward to coming to your slumber party real soon!

29 comments:

Kathleen Grace said...

Your blog is wonderful:>) I love the little doll high chair and bed, they remind me of some I had as a child!

American Homemaker said...

I love the dolly and bear! So awesome!

ShabbyInTheCity said...

Oh yay anything with almonds is wonderful!!!
Love your little redecorated doll furniture and your memories :)

Patina said...

Wow, that is so fun, having items from when you were a child. My mother didn't save anything. You are very fortunate!
Thank you for the slumber party, I had a good time!

Anonymous said...

Very lovely post ! very lovely memories too ! I love your little furniture ! Have a nice day :)

Deb said...

What an adorable post. I love all your little vintage treasures.

Unknown said...

Oh your vintage treasures are lovely, I especially love the doll and your little bear. What a lovely slumber party, Karen

Unknown said...

Loved reminiscing with you this morning, Sweetheart. You were always a "little lady" with a bit of "tom boy" mixed in for good measure. Enjoy.

bluemuf said...

The little doll and bear are delightful and your vintage doll furniture is gorgeous.

Karen

Cape Cod Rambling Rose said...

Your doll and chenille bear are fabulous! And all those memories attached to your treasures are just marvelous! Nice meeting you at Phyllis's party! =)

PS - those almond cookies look YUMMY

Unknown said...

Your chenille bear so very sweet! Thanks for sharing today. Sweet dreams, Esther

Betty said...

I love your button haired doll and that little chenille bear. I also love that little high chair! Too cute! Thanks for sharing today!

Tam said...

Tammy That was great!

Kris said...

I've been reading all your post. Love your blog.

The button haired doll is just too cute, as is the kitten bedding.

Have a Happy Day

Kris

Cottage Way of Life said...

Love all your vintage treasures and I think your dolly's button hair is genius!

Felicia said...

That a delightful tour. I adore that sweet doll and her bear friend. They are like two peas in a pod :)

Monica said...

Love love love your doll and teddy!!!!! May I have some almond cookies, please??? You could have some of mine, if you want :)
Monica.

Darla said...

Fun to meet everyone at the slumber party. I've never seen a dolly with button hair before. That gives me some ideas...

Darla

LiLi M. said...

Hello nice to meet you on the slumber party. I love the bear, the doll and the vintage toy furniture. It' even nicer that these are family heirlooms. Thanks for the tea and the cookies. Love them too!

Casii said...

I love your sweet momentos of childhood. Sweet photos!

Geralyn Gray said...

I am so glad there were so many bears and dolls and cradles to make my guys feel comfortable.....the tea and almond cookies were lovely---thank you!

Mary Isabella and Kiley too! said...

What a great visit I have had here...m.

Rebecca said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE the doll furniture! The doll is unusual and love that chenille bear!! Come by for a pillow fight!!

Back Porch Blessings,
Rebecca

Anonymous said...

What a sweet post. I'm glad I stopped by this evening for a visit...

Deanna said...

What a wonderful chenille bear with the pearl collar..so adorable and cuddly! I loved the memories that you shared with us!

Deanna :D

Mary Isabella and Kiley too! said...

I had to come back for a second look. I love your blog so many wonderful thngs...Have a great day...m..

Cape Cod Rambling Rose said...

Congratulations, Tammy! You won my cookbook giveaway! Please come visit my blog... =)

Sheila Rumney said...

What a wonderful baby blanket and the doll is just precious. Isn't it great to rekindle so lost memories of slumber parties?

Karen ~ Cider Antiques said...

Such a pretty blog! It was a fun Slumber Party in Blogland wasn't it :) Love your dolls and bears.

I used to live in Toronto too, but now we are in Ottawa (4 hours west of T.O.).

Hugs, Karen