Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Place of Honor for Santos Doll

Since I'm still feeling giddy about my new Santos doll (see previous post), finding a place of honor for her was my next task.  She now stands on our living room console table, surrounded by treasured items.


After stamping some white gift wrap paper with script, then Distress ink, I tacked it to the back of this old barn window.  Old books and bird statues keep the Santos doll company, as well as a crown which I painted & distressed white.  (You can see how it originally looked here).


My vintage Sacrament certificate leans against the window, while a beautiful ex-voto Sacred Heart locket by Rosemary of Ozma of Odds rests nearby.


It is a peaceful place to gaze upon, and I would hope my Santos enjoys it there.
Linking to White Wednesday.  Have a great week!
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27 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 1, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    she looks absolutely gorgeous there surrounded by all of your lovely adornments. i adore that crown and love the way you distressed it. i remember the "before" picture of it as well. What you did with that old window is stunning! all i want to do is sigh..."sigh." :)

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  2. UnknownMarch 1, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    P.S. did i ever tell you that 2 of my very closest friends here are named Evelyn and Rose. we met in grad school.

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  3. Blessed SerendipityMarch 1, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    She looks lovely where you have placed her. I would love to own one of these Santos dolls someday. Thanks for sharing.

    Danielle

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  4. Donna@Conghaile CottageMarch 1, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    I LOVE your display... It is "Perfect"... I REALLY REALLY would like one of those crowns...Looking at it there I'm thinking it would be SO PRETTY to display a birdnest inside and give it a birdcage type effect...LOVE,LOVE,LOVE it!!!
    Thank you for sharing,
    Hugs to you,
    Donna

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  5. UnknownMarch 1, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    ...I simply ADORE your console vignette!!
    The colors, the vintage paper, the beautiful Santos ~ swooning over all of it!!

    xo, Rosemary

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  6. Blondie's JournalMarch 1, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    What a pretty vignette you have made around the Santos doll...I love your console and the crown is beautiful!

    XO,
    Jane

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  7. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMarch 1, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Such a beautiful collection you have here. Especially your new lady!

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  8. Ribbonwood CottageMarch 1, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    HI Susan, what a beautiful vignette you created. I think it turned out wonderful. You have a lovely blog too.
    Blessings,
    Debbie

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  9. Honey at 2805March 1, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    She is so pretty and your vignette just wonderful!

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  10. JanetMarch 2, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    I just love your Santos doll and lovely vignette! I also love how you embellished your window panes, too!

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  11. FRENCH LAUNDRYMarch 2, 2011 at 3:43 AM

    Gorgeous Susan! I think your little santos doll should be very happy there.

    Hugs,
    Judy

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  12. DonnaMarch 2, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    What a gorgeous display, Susan! I really love what you did to the vintage window, that was genius! And your Santos looks very happy amid the birds and books and your other treasures. Thanks again for your words of encouragement, that really means so much to me!

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  13. UnknownMarch 2, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Oh Susan your doll is wonderful and everything looks just beautiful together!!!!!!!

    xo

    :) T

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  14. KellyMarch 2, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Hello! I found you through White Wednesday. Your doll is perfect, and that pretty dresser is definitey the perfect place for her!

    I'm following you now! :)


    Kelly

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  15. Passionate for WhiteMarch 2, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    She looks perfectly content!

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  16. High Street CottageMarch 2, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    Hi Susan, thank you for stopping by and your sweet comment. All of your comments are very much appreciated. I just love your images on your header, soo gorgeous! Have a wonderful day, xoxo tami

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  17. Sandi~A Cottage MuseMarch 2, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    She looks lovely in her beautiful place of honor! The window makes the perfect backdrop!

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  18. time worn interiorsMarch 2, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    I love your Santos and your vignette!
    theresa
    aka:tot

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  19. SandiMarch 2, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Your vignette is beautiful!! I love what you did with that window. Stunning!
    Happy WW!
    Blessings~

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  20. missshawnaMarch 2, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    I love the entire vignette, it's just beautiful! What a great idea for the old window frame. Your header is gorgeous!
    ShawNa~

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  21. m.lisaMarch 2, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Breathtaking!!! The Santos doll is exquisite and your personal,touches lovely (almost bride like :-) You really did find the perfect place to show her. Well done my talented friend. xo

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  22. MarieMarch 3, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    What a lovely corner Susan! I love it's understated statement, so elegant! You're so good at displaying your vignettes.
    -marie

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  23. blessingsMarch 3, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Aw, I love your Santos doll. Wish we had a Home Goods near us. And I adore everything that Rosemary (Ozma of Odds)does. She's just beautiful inside and out!

    Blessings... Polly
    Counting Your Blessings
    French Cupboard

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  24. Designs on 47th StreetMarch 3, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    Such a pretty vignette. She does look so serene and beautiful.

    Donna

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  25. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresMarch 4, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    SO so pretty!!!!
    I love what you did with the window!

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  26. EllenMarch 4, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    It's all so beautifully arranged together, just love it!

    xoxo,
    Ellen

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  27. Tammy @ Type AMarch 4, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Thanks for the vote on the fabric selections at Type A, I think your Santos looks beautiful here.

    take care tammy

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- Susan