Wednesday, July 02, 2014

I Didn't Really Need This

I didn't really need this, since there are free downloads available from Georgia and the Antique Pattern Library.  But I could not resist the lure of owning my own copy of a Riego original from 1867.

The cover is printed with a bright shiny metallic gold, and not just printed, but embossed.  Its condition is a bit battered, with some of the threads used to bind it broken or untied, and some corners dog-eared.  I like to think that is because it was loved and well used.

And now it's mine  :)
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11 comments:

  1. Julie Romero11:29 PM

    A treasure, to be sure!

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  2. Jane McLellan3:40 AM

    Oh wow, much more exciting than a free download! Who could resist?

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  3. Madtatter805:40 AM

    Wow so that is what the cover really looks like! It is nice holding the real thing your are very lucky to have it and thanks for sharing this post!

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  4. Unknown6:45 AM

    Wow ! That is a treasure ! Great !

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  5. Patti7:41 AM

    Oh Martha, I'm glad you got it. I almost upped my bid but realized that was one of the two originals that I already had. This one is in better condition than mine. ENJOY!!!!

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    1. Martha10:33 AM

      Thanks for not bidding against me. I got this at a bargain price. The seller's other Riego booklet went at a much higher price, way out of my range. I was surprised and delighted to win this one.

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  6. ancolie9:07 AM

    Congratulations ! I'd like to have it too
    Have a nice day

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  7. tattrldy10:34 AM

    Quite the treasure - lucky you! Congratulations on your find. I'm a little jealous.

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  8. Margarets designer cards10:45 AM

    Well done and congrats,
    Margaret

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  9. the shuttlesmith4:56 PM

    congratulations on your acquisition. I am thinking about jumping on my motorcycle and coming to Palmetto Tat Days. I haven't had a decent motorcycle/camping trip for two years!

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  10. Lace-lovin' Librarian ~ Diane10:00 PM

    How wonderful! That's a fantastic treasure!

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