Buttons!

I was up in my studio last night when I heard my husband say “She’s upstairs” which got me to wondering who my approaching vistitor would be.

It was our friend Mark, hauling a huge bag in his hand.
Mark is an incredible antique collector and finder of very cool things.
He and his brother, Ernie, own a farm in the Berkshires that’s straight out of Country Living magazine, complete with a river and several out buildings.
Ron and I were recently there for a visit and admiring Mark’s personal antique/collectible shop. He mentioned that he had some buttons he could give me, knowing that I enjoy sewing.

Well, I adore buttons- especially vintage era ones. I have a good stash but have been lamenting the fact I didn’t know how I would replace them as they get used. Not a problem anymore!

Mark’s bag contained this bucket loaded with old buttons- my favorite kind.
As I was profusely thanking him when he casually mentioned that he had more that he could give me. A button lover’s dream come true.

I just started cleaning them (dusty!) and they’re just lovely.

Now, I need to weave him some dish towels or a nice scarf to thank him.

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