April 20, 2011

Easter garland and a special ceramic bunny...

Did you ever notice that plastic Easter eggs have holes in the bottom and top?

With some needle, thread and a few pom poms, you can string the eggs and make an Easter garland.

I also flattened a few cupcake liners and added crepe paper ruffles to further embellish my garland.
My garland is hanging above a very special ceramic bunny.

This bunny was originally in my grandparents clothing store (Alma's Ready-to-Wear Woman's & Children's Clothing) and has lasted through many years of retail and several moves to our various homes. I've also included a picture of my grandparents (I really wanted the girls to see this picture because it's one of the last pictures I have of my grandparents together at Christmas). The picture was taken on Christmas day in 1985.

Back to my grandparent's bunny....aren't her large eyelashes lovely?

Happy soon-to-be Easter, friends!

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17 comments:

  1. KJ@letsgoflyakiteApril 20, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    What a lovely post. I really love how you flattened the cupcake liners, what a great touch and what a wonderful story about that special bunny, it is nice to have special holiday pieces like that to cherish the memories of loved ones.

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  2. vivianApril 20, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    Kim! I LOVE that garland!!! I have a ton of plastic eggs.. was going to do an egg hunt for easter, but its supposed to rain so not so sure I'll be doing that.. but stringing them together like that is such a cute idea! my house is so small though and already packed so tight with sweet easter decorations, just not sure where I would put it.. but I do think i'm going to have to make it!
    you have such great ideas!
    thanks for commiserating with me last night.. its all good this morning!
    hugs
    vivian

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  3. Jodee LeaderApril 20, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Love, love, love your Easter garland! It looks like you guys are ready for Easter! Happy Hump Day!

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  4. JodiApril 20, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    what a sweet bunny memory!!!! and ohhh i love the easter garland!!! fun!!! gotta remember this for next year! :)

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  5. PandaMomApril 20, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    Girl!! You never cease to amaze me!! How DO you constantly have something fabulous to make? I would so love to visit you!! ; )

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  6. Michelle @ Dream Home DIYApril 20, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    I really can't believe how many family treasures you all have held onto. Its truely amazing and so special for the girls to see

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  7. My Vintage MendingApril 20, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Oh do I have a cute garland to show you. I found it an estate sale this morning and it mirrors this same idea. Let's call it my short cut. Vintage plastic Easter eggs surrounded by plastic flowers. Of course, it needs to be Kimmed still...Thanks for the great ideas. I think I will add them all! Smiles...Renee

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  8. My Vintage MendingApril 20, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    Forgot to tell you how cute that bunny statue is. Even cuter with the story.

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  9. Ann@A Sentimental LifeApril 20, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    what a great family heirloom! I am sure your grandparents would be thrilled to know it is still treasured today!

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  10. ColoradoladyApril 20, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    I really love your garland, that is so creative and cute!!

    What a family treasure you have in the bunny. What a sweet treasure. So glad you shared it with us today. Happy VTT!

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  11. very merry vintage styleApril 20, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    Pretty garland and I love your sweet bunny with so many wonderful memories. Great post! Thanks for linking this great post up to Share the Love Wednesday!
    Mary

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  12. Nicole@Thrifty DecoratingApril 20, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    I never noticed those holes! What a terrific idea! Thanks so much for linking!

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  13. UnknownApril 20, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    What a sweet little bunny with happy memories for you! I love your garland idea too!

    HaPpY vInTaGe ThInGiE tHuRsDaY!
    Sarah

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  14. GardenOfDaisiesApril 21, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Cute egg garland! I love your special bunny with long eyelashes! She's a treasure!

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  15. DeborahApril 21, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    I love the way he is looking at her in the picture Kim. That is so sweet.

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  16. Susan FreemanApril 21, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    That is such a cute Easter garland!! Happy Easter to you and your family.

    Love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  17. MaureenApril 21, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Wow - that's a big bunny! Seeing it next to the girl really puts it in perspective.

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