For many years, I have used a method of gathering together a few select Christmas gifts to share with friends old and new.
There is nothing comparable to giving something to a friend that was part of my life.
I have been a thrifter and explorer for a very long time- as was my mother and now my girls- and so these treasures from my special collections are perfect to share with a friend.
In handing it to them, I have often said 'this belonged to my mother'.
And so that gift completes some sort of circle in my heart.
Whether it is a piece of milk glass from my beloved collection,
or a hammered aluminum bowl from the fifties that was my mother's- or later mine :) the feeling is the same.
It makes me smile every time- and it always brings a smile to their faces as well.
My weakness for silverplate, and the collection that has resulted, provides a way I can share my love for its beauty with someone else.
Doing this at Christmas is especially beautiful.
Doing this at Christmas is especially beautiful.
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18 comments:
Laura,
I love this idea. Priceless!
This is so incredibly sweet especially understanding the heart behind the idea. Your friends love the gifts you give...I'm quite sure of that!
A wonderful tradition!
I hear you... I have a silver plated addiction as well. Enjoy your weekend.
Great idea. I have been 'gifting' stuff for quite a while now...but have SO MUCH MORE to do. Love your pictures- xo Diana
Over the last several years I have begun to find "new/old" gifts in various places from various places I shop. I think it's so much more meaningful and thoughtful.
Happy Thanksgiving!
I think that gifting items like this is wonderful. It makes for a much more personal present.
How thoughtful, Laura - I'm sure your friends appreciate your loving gesture of friendship! Am I ready for Christmas? Not even close!!!! Yikes....it will be here before we know it, for sure!
Love this. I need to pick out a few special pieces for friends when we finish going through my MIL's home. I love the idea of passing them along and giving them new life.
What a lovely and sentimental way to give. Years ago, I was given a gold bracelet that my great aunt had given a family friend many years before. It was so thoughtful of her to pass it on to me.
I have done this too, Laura, and it's always so appreciated -- especially (though less commonly now) when the recipient is someone who knew my mom or dad. It helps keep them alive in the eyes of someone else. I love the pieces you shared. Lucky recipients!
The best gifts are the ones passed down:) Enjoy your day dear Laura, HUGS!
I'm sure your friends appreciate and love your thoughtful gifts. So much more meaningful than a purchased, new item!
What a lovely idea and such a treasure to receive. Thanks for sharing!
I need to start doing this. Lovely idea.
I would love to be the recipient of these types of gifts. I went to a birthday party, invited by my friend. She ordered us to bring no presents. However, she gave us all something that belonged to her. I was so honored because I was the only person not related to her.
I just love this idea and do it too...this Christmas we are adding a new daughter to be in our quiver and I cannot wait to share with her one of my mom's Native American pieces...it is a warm feeling for everyone...love it! Merry Christmas friend!
I remember that When I was visited in the uk to study.My mother has giving me some beautiful gift of chirimas day.She is giving me a beautiful smart watch at the day of chirismas.After that Iam working at my work that is freelancing in pakistan service to help the students at a cheap rate.
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