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VINTAGE SHOE FORM A LA STAR..........................


Today I'm joining Debra at Common Ground for Vintage Christmas Friday....she has an amazing group of ladies who are displaying some amazing Christmas ideas....pop on over to see them...her button is on my side bar.

The above vintage shoe form was found in a funky little shop in Montana.....Called Red Neck Chic....


It appears to be and old boot form size 8 1/2.....WITH THE CLIENTS NAME ON IT of Russell..... 


It also was labeled with a file number so the boot maker would be able to find it easily in his stock.....can you imagine going today to the shoemaker and having a CUSTOM PAIR of boots made just for you..
Ahhhh...days gone by.


There is a small hole in the top probably where a rod would hold the form in place...I simply put a little tree star in the hole and added a little ribbon as a sort of anklet....repurposing for Christmas....I like that.

Have a sweet day dear friends,

Jo

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  1. Castles Crowns and CottagesDecember 17, 2010 at 4:10 AM

    Good morning dear friend! This is a beautiful vintage piece....oh lovely these treasures embellish our décor and give us such pleasure. How are you today? Do feel loved my friend...look up and look out here into this box where connections beyond our imaginations have been made. God bless you, Anita

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  2. GerryARTDecember 17, 2010 at 5:04 AM

    Nice find
    And not just for Christmas
    Happy Holiday Hugs

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  3. Julie MarieDecember 17, 2010 at 5:22 AM

    Hi Jo, what a clever idea you had, it looks just perfect!... Yes, I long for days gone by... xoxo Julie Marie

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  4. Frog Hollow Farm GirlDecember 17, 2010 at 5:28 AM

    Good morning Jo! I love the way you gussied up that great vintage boot form. You created a very feminine and elegant little holiday decoration! Ciao, bella!

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  5. VictoriaDecember 17, 2010 at 5:53 AM

    How beautiful Jo! My father (and his father) were shoemakers..and our dad made many a shoe for us all growing up..and the little grandchildren..wonderful memories!very special post!
    Victoria~

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  6. Debra She Who SeeksDecember 17, 2010 at 6:14 AM

    Very cool! The craftsmanship of the past!

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  7. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresDecember 17, 2010 at 10:34 AM

    I bet if folks had their shoes made especially for them, we wouldn't have all the feet problems people have these days.

    Congrats on your gifts from My French Country Home. They are all so lovely. What fun to receive mail from unexpected places.

    Wishing you peace and joy this holiday season. Tammy

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  8. GwendolynKayDecember 17, 2010 at 10:46 AM

    Now that's something you don't see every day. Very cool!
    Blessings~
    Gwenny

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  9. BeatnheartDecember 17, 2010 at 3:54 PM

    Thank you for your visit and comment ...I read your last post and if you haven’t been following mine, you would not know of my own family issues with drugs and alcohol. I am so happy that you have been able to stop your own problem in its tracks. It’s time for all of us to soar and not hold on to the past and make our family be within ourselves. I am mommy i am daddy too...and I take sweet loving care of the precious little girl that is me. Forgiveness is the key and to stop living in the past...all the best ...

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  10. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydDecember 17, 2010 at 4:32 PM

    Hi Jo, How Sweet is that Old Boot form & only Creative You would have thought to make it looks so Sweet ~ Thanks for joining in on the Fun, I think it's going to be great, hearing about the Blog name meanings.....
    Have A Blessed Christmas xox
    Cheryl

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  11. Linens Lace and LattesDecember 18, 2010 at 5:52 AM

    Love your old boot form.
    deb
    linens lace and lattes

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  12. wendyDecember 18, 2010 at 7:06 PM

    That is a very cool shoe indeed,
    and I commented on your post below as well

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  13. Castles Crowns and CottagesDecember 18, 2010 at 8:06 PM

    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR VISITING MY PLAY!!!! I love to be silly and I will never grow up!!!!

    You are such a dear for commenting; sometimes my plays are a bit much for some!!!!!

    ENJOY A FANTASTIC WEEKEND full of NOTHING BUT love dearest Jo!!! Anita

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  14. Sandi~A Cottage MuseDecember 19, 2010 at 6:17 AM

    Hi Jo ~ I love it! I love to use these old shoe forms around my nest too!

    Merry Christmas!

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  15. Anne LorysDecember 20, 2010 at 11:01 AM

    Just fabulous, sweet friend!

    Oh, and guess what?
    YOU, the lady who rarely wins anything, won my giveaway!!!! Congrats! Just mail me your address and I'll get your loot out to you soon! :-)

    Hugs,
    Anne

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  16. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresDecember 20, 2010 at 11:40 AM

    Hi Jo, lucky, lucky you winning Anne's happy new year giveway. How wonderful! Best wishes always, Tammy

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  17. Grandma Yellow HairDecember 20, 2010 at 5:17 PM

    Hey honey sorry I am tardy coming by for a few days. My life is past the crazy point right now with my brothers treatments everyday now.
    I have missed you though and will catch up while I am here.
    Hope your well and I love these pictures of the shoe. The quality of time and effort they use to put into things is hard to find now.
    Have a very Merry Christmas
    Love
    Maggie

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  18. Privet and HollyDecember 20, 2010 at 5:30 PM

    I own one of these
    little forms and a
    small candle will fit
    in the hole! Yours
    looks fit for a queen : )!!
    Congrats on your win!
    xx Suzanne

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