My mother-in-law loved this planter. I think she felt like it reminded her of my father-in-law and her. I was never partial to it at all. In fact, if was my least favorite item that belonged to her. When we divided up my husband's parents' belongings when they both passed away, no one wanted this planter.
Even though I had never cared for it, I couldn't let it go into the "throw-away" pile.
It had sat on my mother-in-law's kitchen window sill forever.
I decided to take it.
Two years ago I was looking through an antiques book.
I'm sure you can figure out the rest of the story.
There it was. Valued at $200.
Thanks, Mom!
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I knew it would be worth that and I thought even a bit more! I think it's way cute and the treasure is in how much she loved it! :D
ReplyDelete~quite the surprise~
ReplyDeleteI like it Karen and I'm glad you kept it~ I bet you could sell it on E-Bay in a flash!
ReplyDeleteHAGD,
Cindy
Well, I think it is kinda cute:) It is sweet that you kept it to keep it out of the trash! Have a blessed day my friend! HUGS!
ReplyDeleteIt is surprising to find how much things are worth...a wonderful surprise. I have experienced this several times-- Gotta love it!!
ReplyDeleteHi Karen! I have been looking through your blog, checking out your booth at the antique mall and all your cute finds. I love it! My mom has quite a few of these head vases, but I have never seen one with two people. It is sweet that you rescued it from the trash, but if you don't have any real emotional ties to it, I wouldn't hesitate to sell it. You could buy something you really love to remember your MIL by:>)
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ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet & lovely blog you have! I look forward to following you through all of life's amazing adventures. Have a great weekend.
Smiles,
Susie
I think it is adorable!
ReplyDeleteHow adorable it is! So glad you didn't get rid of it! I keep thinking one of my bargain treasures is going to turn out to be worth something, but no luck yet. laurie
ReplyDeleteMany treasures we have remind us of good times in the past. Those "treasures" may not be our taste, but they certainly keep us aware of the ones we loved. I have several things that I have kept because I loved the person to whom they belonged.
ReplyDeleteTrying to catch up some blog reading...Love your blog..
ReplyDeleteHope you will stop by for a visit. I have a guest post from my son this weekend...Happy Sunday
What a darling planter!
ReplyDeleteWe inherited mostly items with memories too, and let the others fight for the "good" stuff. They sold everything, but ours are priceless.
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