It's time to actually use and enjoy the things you inherit.

It's time to actually use and enjoy the things you inherit.

Family heirlooms are perfect for telling stories and creating a legacy. Almost anything can be an heirloom - what gives it meaning is the story behind it.

I inherited my grandmothers' antique pins and pendants and wanted to find a way to display them to honor the women I love. With a thrifted vintage metal flower frame and a few upcycled materials, I made a display frame to honor my family and create a beautiful elegant piece of wall art.

It's time to actually use and enjoy the things you inherit.

Unique ways to display sentimental items in your home.

There's a reason why people commonly collect, sell, and display old photos--whether or not they know the people captured in the photographs. It's because old photographs are really cool. They're a window into the past, their sepia genuinely earned. And when you actually know the people in the pictures, when they're your grandparents, your great-grandparents,

Here's a monogrammed sterling silver teapot converted into a lamp that I bought at an antiques show. Years later, I moved to a different c...

Create and organize a family archive of heirlooms and old photos that future generations will cherish.

Last post of "P" week: I have mentioned that I have a hoarder in training. My youngest collects EVERYTHING. Acorns, paperclips, you name it. She also has the most incredible ability to find the tiniest thing in the biggest place She is my little treasure hunter...except she wants to keep every.single.thing. She used to pile everything on her desk, or any other flat surface she can find. Which drives me insane. Then I remembered something. When I was younger, my next door neighbor's mom was an antique fanatic. My friend had a printer's box in her room and she kept all kinds of little happiness in the tiny squares. I always wanted one. Truth be told, my youngest daughter is just like me. I had collections of all kinds of junk too. I really loved those little shaped erasers, oh and little cute Barbie doll shoes, and Smurfs. Yeah, the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. After a few stalking sessions at my local Flea Market, I found a printer's box. Of course you also know that I am really not a big fan of wood so I painted it-- sur-PRISE, sur-PRISE, sur-PRISE (spoken in Gomer Pyle voice). It has all kinds of nooks and crannies for all the wonderful treasures little chick hauls home. Little puppies that won't pee on the floor will fit inside Cute little miniature maracas from Mexico. Okay, so I picked those out. I am still drawn to little tiny things. It's a disease, kind of like birds and toile and hating wood and finials. Little shell thing she got on a trip to the ocean with her dad. What princess's printers box is complete with some bling? So much better; however, I'm a little scared of how many printer's boxes I will have to find for this girl. She is finding more treasures...daily!! Linking up with Ms. Jenny:

Get cozy this Christmas with this adorable Christmas Cat Chat Quilt! This Christmas quilt pattern puts a fun twist on traditional holiday quilt designs. Traditional yet fun, this is just the sort of quilt that turns into an instant family heirloom; you can display this quilt in your home every Christmas, and then hand it down to the grandchildren when they have homes of their own. The cats are cut out of different fabric, giving the quilt a unique mismatched look that will charm your friends and family. With this easy-to-follow quilt tutorial, you'll be able to work up a lovely quilt in no time.

There are endless possibilities when it comes to decorating with family heirlooms and incorporating them into your home decor .

This is a great idea for making a record of your heirlooms!

I’ve always wanted a gallery wall in our home, and with a blank wall in our office that was just...

A true conversation piece, this deluxe version of the classic Clue board game showcases nine sunken three-dimensional rooms, complete with furniture sealed beneath a nonremovable, tempered-glass lid. The handsomely crafted game will become a family heirloom you'll enjoy displaying year-round. Wood cabinet with burled veneer panels Three-dimensional mansion rooms displayed under a tempered glass top Wood character pieces with plated die-cast metal bases Die-cast metal accents and weapon pieces Gold foil-stamped cards and solution envelope Gaming pieces store in a faux leather storage boxAt Frontgate, our primary focus is quality. We guarantee that every product we sell will stand up to the supreme test our customers satisfaction. To learn more about our policies, visit our Shipping & Processing, Returns & Exchanges and Warranty & Price Guarantee pages.

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A Literal Family Tree This time of year always tends to be a bit nostalgic. It’s a time for family, which got me thinking about my whole family tree. I wanted to create something to help connect me to my ancestors. These Heirloom Family Photo Ornaments were the result. I collected some photos of my […]

Or Just Bend Them Decorating is and should be fun! Creating vignettes on your tabletops, ottomans, sideboards and even piano tops can be like a game when you learn and attempt to apply established rules and even 'The Golden Ratio'. So, in creating vignettes, when to break the rules depends upon you. 'Let's not break the rules, lets just bend them a little...' Aunt Eller -'Oklahoma' You can begin with the 'Rules' Start with your Focal Point and or a Theme. Then begin to build your 'story' from there. If you're using a theme - you're telling a story. In

If you have old family letters, you might wonder how to take care of them. Preserving and organizing old letters doesn’t have to be hard or expensive.

Here are 25 creative ideas to repurpose vintage jewelry and turn it into beautiful, unique pieces everyone will love.

Preserve family recipe cards with these meaningful kitchen projects that serve as a daily reminder of special family memories.

Amber and Patrick's cozy Austin wedding incorporated warm textures and jewel tones at Ma Maison. Photography: The Nichols

I love to add vintage items to my home decor, especially special items from family. Here are some tips on decorating with Heirloom photos.

If they don't, there are several reasons for this. One is generational and the other is science based. Read the article and find out what to do so that your memories can be enjoyed for generations.

Learn how to beautifully display collections so that they look beautiful and organized in your home. Tons of ideas to organize & display!

Are you wanting to bring the beauty of your family heirlooms into your home decor but uncertain about where to begin? Do you want to create a space that not only reflects your personal style but also honors your heritage? Look no further! Welcome to our captivating series, The Heritage Home. Here we're bringing you

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