Every tiny stitch by my grandmother’s hand.
Mary Alta Hendricks born February 7, 1892. The grandmother who taught me to knit.
A 20 second video of the quilt
https://youtube.com/shorts/kTtso8Oz2Gg?si=1oCQQggA-jPpqd92
The Comfort of a Quilt
Tag: vintage
Crewel Throwback Thursday
I stitched this Little Red Schoolhouse Paragon Crewel Embroidery Kit 0624 in the late 1970’s.
My memory is I got the kit by sending in Campbell’s Soup labels.
My crewel-embroidery-on-linen period.
Someone is selling a completed one for $124. Framed.
But you can still buy this vintage kit on Etsy or EBay for anywhere from $12 to $40
Scroll down to read the description of this item
Here’s the kit description. Who knew? Spark conversation and /or admiration?
“Delve into the charm of yesteryear with this exquisite Vintage Crewel Embroidery piece featuring The Little Red Schoolhouse. A testament to the timeless artistry of the 1970s, this handmade creation embodies the intricate beauty of crewel work, bringing a touch of nostalgia to any space it adorns. Crafted with care, each stitch tells a story, capturing the essence of a bygone era’s educational scene. Ideal for educators, artists, or collectors, this embroidery is not just a decorative item but a piece of history that can spark conversation and admiration. Whether it’s displayed in a teacher’s office or showcased in a living room, it’s sure to be a unique and treasured addition.”
Exquisite Textiles and More at Loom Showroom in Etna
You should see the fabulous array of buttons!
Come to Loom in Etna PA
346 Main Street in Etna
Happy Birthday to Mark
May 26, 1976
49 years ago- I pulled it out and washed it out
Made in Japan
Touring the Ridges
Video of the Ridges Granddaughter Anna was driving so I had to opportunity to film the tour.
Touring The Ridges a Former Psychiatric Hospital 1874-1993
For history click here
My Parents in Winter c.1940
Throwback Thursday
Look what my sister sent me for Mother’s Day
An antique cake pan, 98 years old. Growing up, our family birthday cakes were Happy Day Cakes almost a 1-2-3-4 Cake
Happy Day Cake
2½ cups sifted cake flour
1½ cups sugar
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 cup shortening, at room temperature
1 cup milk
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 eggs
Sift flour with sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir shortening to soften. Add flour mixture, ¾ cup of the milk and vanilla. Mix until all flour is dampened, then beat two minutes at medium speed. Add eggs and remaining ¼ cup milk. Beat one minute longer. Pour into two 9-inch layer pans that have been lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or until cake tester inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes in pans; remove from pans and cool thoroughly on racks.
This cake also may be baked in three 8-inch layer pans for 25 to 35 minutes, or in a 13- by 9-inch pan for 30 to 35 minutes. Batter may be spooned into 36 medium paper baking cups in muffin pans, filling half full. Bake at 375 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes.
Penuche Frosting Butter is Key
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar, more or less
- hot water, optional
Preparation:
In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter. Add the brown sugar. Bring to a boil and lower heat to medium low and continue to boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the milk and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cool to lukewarm. Gradually add sifted confectioners’ sugar. Beat until thick enough to spread. If too thick, add a little hot water. Frosts top and sides of a 2-layer cake or a 13×9-inch cake.
My Father was Born in 1912
Throwback Thursday
Unknown Portrait
Not an ancestor. An unknown. For Throwback Thursday.
When the neighbors moved last year, we inherited some artwork.
I looked at it today and this face was looking back at me. There are no identifying marks on the back . I don’t even have a wild guess.
You can make up whatever story you can think of about the subject staring out.
The Sunny-Sulky Book
Throwback Thursday.
This is a volume of my mother’s childhood along with her brothers John and Robert. This is a copy of the book they were read to, not the actual one that belonged to them. I was able to find a copy online and gave it to my mom years ago.
My mother Marian was born in 1912 , John in 1910 and Robert in 1914 so that will give you a reference to the time period.
The story lines wouldn’t be acceptable in today’s world. “In “The sunny side,” children behave well and are rewarded for their virtues. In “The sulky side,” children misbehave and are punished by either their parents or their peers”
I guess the objective of the book was to keep kids in line!
When I was little I enjoyed hearing tales of the naughty children. 😂 my mother recounted a few of the tales but I only had my imagination to envision them at the time. The book is still available online with different illustrations.
The book opens in two directions. Half are stories of Sunny children who exhibit desirable virtues, do good deeds and show excellent deportment.
The other half are stories of Sulky children who get into their mischief, show poor manners or are naughty.
I remember the story of Fairy -Eat -it -All.
Turn the book over and the Sunny stories begin
And here is a good girl feeding the birds on Christmas
