Monday 2 April 2012







Sometimes it is difficult to decide which treasures to sell and which to keep. Lately I have found some really lovely things, like this dress in juicy spring colors made in Paris ( I especially LOVE the big front pockets!!) and this handmade rose pillow. But they are not the only things that I cannot decide on...








I always had a weak spot for fabrics. And so my heart beat a bit faster when I found these two pieces of vintage goodies: the flowery one is sort of a barkcloth material. It is called Svensk sommar (Swedish summer) and was designed by Al Eklund, who later joined the Laurids Lönborg company to make some of the most iconic patterns of 60s Scandinavia. The other is a Björn Wiinblad fabric!!!! I have never come across anything like it before. Maybe you readers know the name and date? I cannot help but think that it is quite rare, and that putting my scissors into it would be a crime.





 

But would it not be great to have a Nymölle dress for summer? What would you make of it? Would you keep or sell? Hope you have a lovely Monday.

6 comments:

  1. That Björn Wiinblad fabric is gorgeous - I don't know if you saw this dress, but she upcycled a Björn Wiinblad tablecloth. Might be nice inspiration for you ;-)
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/92895670/upcycled-girls-dress-retro-80s-bjorn

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    1. Hanna,

      that is a fantastic dress!!!! Thanks for including the link in your comment - I definitely want a dress out of this fabric now. I am so lucky to have enough for one. :)

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  2. These finds are so lovely! I bought some napkins & a wallhanger from you on Etsy. I like your taste and style very much.:)
    Hej fra Sophie/DK

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  3. Hej Sophie - I was so happy to find the pretty things you bought from me on your blog. Really like your blog :) Thank you for leaving a comment here, come back soon. :)

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  4. I'd say it's a keeper. The green in the fabric is to die for (I have a little obsession with green at the moment)and it's a beautiful classic style.

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    1. Chontelle,

      I know! I have not been able to do/sell any of these things yet - they will have a home with me a little bit longer! :)

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