Mother created this by hand (I think it is knitted) back in the 1930s ... each stitch a moment of love as she was a perfect seamstress, crocheter, knitter. It is a beautiful indigo blue, the flash makes it brighter blue ...
... these darling shamrock buttons were typical of Mother ... always adding that special IRISH touch so dear to her heart ...
... aren't they just lovely! Mother left her heart in Ireland when because of the 'conflict' ships weren't allowed to travel the waters in the late 1930s ... she never got to return to her love & fiance Johnny.
I found these buttons in her collection after she passed over to Jesus. I could never part with them. They are still on the original packaging board they were sold on.
This is the necklace that she wore often, I remember it well. Oh, how she sparkled! I do not know if the beads are glass or something else &
one day should probably find out, I just love holding them, remembering how pretty she looked ... the chain is sterling, I know.
One has a small chip on the necklace but it doesn't matter, it is the love & memory that is important ... like life, nothing is perfect. I may have the earrings converted so that I can wear them, at least once in my life.
This cross is from her Mother Maggie Carty Neu, probably from one of G'mas rosaries ... I am having a loop put on it so that I may wear it.Again, I just love to hold their treasures & remember them both, in deep love.
(Several historical writes this past week are being shared with you, if you have missed them you may wish to read them)
oh my, my heart is in my throat. What a lovely post. The love for your mother is so evident in the way you write about her, everything is just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this with us today.
Nancy
Those are such sweet memories of your mother. Lovely seamstress. I would treasure those just as you are.
ReplyDeleteI guess we both needed to "hold" something today Marydon. Thank you for sharing these precious keepsakes of one so precious. Sending a heartfelt hug.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness - how SPECIAL that you get to hold and cherish your mother's beautiful things - as well her spirit and love in your memories!!!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful!!!
xoxoxo
robelyn
Oh Marydon what a beautiful memory!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful that you have kept these items so dear to your heart. They are beautiful!
Bless You,
Sharon
That necklace is BEAUTIFUL!!! Such a pretty color blue!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat stuff!!
ReplyDeleteI put a link on arise 2 write back to Kat's blog for her prayer request. Thank you for letting me know.
Hope you are having an awesome day.
Hugs,
andrea
How wonderful that you have something your mother has made and worn. Your love of her shines so brightly. Thanks for sharing your memories. Stella
ReplyDeleteIt so nice to have such pretty treasures from your Mom and great memories that go along with them. Of course, the blues are beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteWarmly,
Deb :)
Sweet memories! Thanks for shareing them.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Patsy
Lovely post Marydon. Such sweet memories.
ReplyDeleteSuch sweet treasures~!
ReplyDeleteMarydon, this is a lovely post. The way you love and honor your mother is simply precious and inspiring.
ReplyDeleteMarydon...Your such a dear...
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet memorable post.
Things that remind us of our heritage are so important.
Beautiful treasures...
xoxo~Kathy @
Sweet Up-North Mornings...
Beautiful! Both the items and the meaning they hold.
ReplyDeleteHave you ever told her story? It sounds very interesting.
Becky K.
That's very precious and dear sentiment Marydon. You have a good heart. (Loved the photos!) :)
ReplyDeleteThat is such a pretty necklace and earring set. I can imagine your mother wearing them. How sad she had to leave behind her fiance.
ReplyDeleteThe pieces are all treasures, Marydon. Thanks for visiting my blog.
These treasures are just precious! I would hold them with love, too! My Mom always wore a little strand of pearls and while I do not have any of her jewelry sadly, I have a single strand of pearls she made for me just a few years before she passed. How wonderful that you have all these precious things. the sweater is gorgeous! luv n hugs, K
ReplyDeleteBeautiful treaures and lovely blog.
ReplyDeleteWipso & Twiglet
Thank you for your very kinds thoughts to me. I should tell you that your blog is equally touching and nostalgic. Wow! Linda
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely things your mother no doubt treasured. Really wonderful things to hand down from generation to another. You opened a lot of memory doors for me today. A great tribute to your mother.
ReplyDeleteHow precious it is that you have so many treasures to remember your mom by, sounds like a beautiful lady inside and out.
ReplyDeleteLove and Hugs ~~ Kat
Hi Marydon,
ReplyDeleteThe first thing that caught my eye when I saw your Mother's sweater, were the buttons and then you proceeded to tell us about them.
I just know that your Mother looked beautiful in it and her gorgeous necklace and earrings.
Something to hold onto and remember, that's what I do when I think of my precious Mom.
hugs
Sissie
Dear Marydon, I love these treasures that you are sharing here, and the family stories. I believe that the world is enriched by our keeping safe these heirlooms and I have some of my own. One I shared recently on my blog is a poster of zombies that advertised my grandfather's magic show, in the 1920s, 30s and 40s.
ReplyDeleteMarydon that sweet little blue knitted sweater is so dear. It is wonderful that you have these lovely things with you that hold such wonderful memories.
ReplyDeletehugs
What a wonderful post. Such lovely memories and treasures.
ReplyDeleteHello Marydon, thank you so much for stopping by and leaving a sweet comment. What a lovely and touching post. How wonderful to have such memeores!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Shirl
Shirls Rose Cottage
Girl what wonderful memories and priceless treasures you have. Thanks for sharing them.
ReplyDeleteHoney this is such a beautiful post about your mom. How sweet to be able to have these keepsakes and such beautiful memories of her.
ReplyDeleteThe sweater is so lovely and I love the buttons too.
Just wanted to say thank you for the get well wishes and to check on Sherry. Is she doing better?
I go today to see another surgeon and worried about how I am going to make the trip since it is an hour away also getting dresses is not going to be fun. lol
Love
Maggie
What lovely memories you have!
ReplyDeleteMicki
What a beautiful sweater and you say it was done in the '30s. Wow, looks like new. Your Mom loved pretty things, I can tell.
ReplyDeleteWonderful post about your mother. What good memories. Sandie
ReplyDeleteThe sweater is so beautiful. I can't believe how well the color has held up. Your mother must have been such a special lady. She certainly had exquisite taste. I think your Mother must have truly treasured these special things. I think these days we take things for granted because we have so MANY treasures, it can make them less special, sort of sad really.
ReplyDeleteThese treasures hold wonderful memories, Marydon. You are lucky to have them. The sweater and necklace are both very pretty.
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious post. I've got goosebumps, and that doesn't happen very often!
ReplyDeleteHappy Pink Saturday!!!
Big TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents
I definitely think yo should have the blue reset so you can wear them. Lovely remembrance.
ReplyDeleteI hope I can visit your other blog today...because as I helped clean my departed grandmothers apartment I have been flooded with momentos and memories of the past...things I can't part with even if they have little $$ value.
ReplyDeleteLovely items, of lovely memories.
ReplyDeleteOh do wear her lovely jewelry. What a wonderful thing for you to do.
Gentle hugs...