Thursday, October 28, 2010

You're Invited to a Vintage Halloween


I posted these images last year at Halloween,
but I wanted to share them again this year...
a little spooky family memorabilia.



This is an invitation that my paternal grandfather
 made for a surprise Halloween Birthday Party for my grandmother in 1926.
These are their engagement photos from around 1906.

He was a printer, so I have several pieces of his work.
I love the little pumpkin and black cat graphic that he included.



My paternal grandmother, Irma, was born on Halloween,
sometime in the late 1880's or early 1890's.
She was around 40 when my dad was born in 1929.
Halloween was always a special event when she was alive,
so I have a little childhood nostalgia for the holiday.









I'm joining Joan's Party with this very authentic
piece of Vintage Halloween ephemera.

Be sure and have fun with the other partiers at
Anything Goes Here!


Have a fun weekend!
love,
Debra
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30 comments:

  1. TheresaOctober 28, 2010 at 6:22 AM

    Oh my goodness, what a fun invitation! Creative Grandfather to make it so much fun! Lucky you to have it for you keepsakes! Enjoy your day and big hugs!

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  2. TiffiniOctober 28, 2010 at 6:23 AM

    Really neat...for so long ago! I love history in families...that is a gift that you have that treasure:)

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  3. Julie MarieOctober 28, 2010 at 6:25 AM

    Hello Debra... what a wonderful treasure you have there and precious childhood memories... Happy Halloween to you!... xoxo Julie Marie

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  4. PollyOctober 28, 2010 at 6:34 AM

    Now that is COOL! Such a treasure!!

    xo

    Polly

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  5. JaneOctober 28, 2010 at 7:18 AM

    Hi Debra,
    What a wonderful family piece to own....I love all things old and vintage but family pieces are elevated to a whole different level. Looks like creativity runs in the family!
    Jane

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  6. Lori R.October 28, 2010 at 7:42 AM

    What a wonderful story and to think that paper is in such pristine condition. I love family treasures like this. Thanks for sharing because I did not see it the first time ♥

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  7. ★Carol★October 28, 2010 at 7:57 AM

    Oh wow Debra, what a sweet piece of family history! It sounds like your grandfather was something of a romantic. He threw a party for your grandmother, AND he wrote that little poem! I wonder if they wore costumes? Thanks so much for sharing this!

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  8. time worn interiorsOctober 28, 2010 at 8:10 AM

    How sweet that you still have a copy! I love the font. And born on Halloween! My youngest would have loved that, she decorates everything in her house with skulls! Even has a real skelton in her house, minus the head!

    Have a great weekend!

    Theresa
    aka:TOT

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  9. red.neck chicOctober 28, 2010 at 8:16 AM

    Ah! I love it!!! That is SO cool!!!

    ;-D Happy Halloween (almost... kinda...)

    xoxoxo
    robelyn

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  10. Aaron {the girl with the boy's name}October 28, 2010 at 8:34 AM

    What an amazing piece of history and a family heirloom!
    -Aaron

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  11. my cup of teaOctober 28, 2010 at 8:51 AM

    Hi Debra! Love this! How cool to have this in your family!
    ~Donna~

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  12. Glenda/MidSouthOctober 28, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    What a treasure to have.

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  13. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsOctober 28, 2010 at 9:40 AM

    How neat that you still have that invitation, Debra! I share a birthday with your grandmother.

    Before I forget, I would love to link up my Fall tablescape post to your linky party tomorrow. Thanks for the invite! : )

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  14. JuneOctober 28, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    Your Grandfather must have been the coolest guy ever Debra!!!! What a wonderful treasure to have!
    I loved your chippy white post my friend!
    hugs to you...

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  15. OliveOctober 28, 2010 at 10:16 AM

    Love the invitation and how it is worded! ♥O

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  16. AngelaOctober 28, 2010 at 10:40 AM

    How fun!! He was a handsome devil, wasn't he?

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  17. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeOctober 28, 2010 at 10:45 AM

    Oh Debra how nice to have these family treasures... and their in such wonderful condition!!! I especially love the invitation. hugs~~~ Daphne

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  18. Anne LorysOctober 28, 2010 at 12:11 PM

    I remember this!
    I wish my husband would do something like this for me!

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  19. anythinggoeshereOctober 28, 2010 at 12:27 PM

    The Vintage Halloween Link is up so you can come by to get connected. Thanks for taking part in the party and sharing your wonderful family treasures. Joan@anythinggoeshere

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  20. ChiPPy-SHaBByOctober 28, 2010 at 1:05 PM

    Ohhhhhhh Debra.... Those old photos... The vintage type font... Has me thinking of mysterious "Spirits" with hidden secrets!*!*! Thanks for adding an interesting twist to spooky halloween!*!*!
    Jeanine, ChiPPy!-SHaBBy!

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  21. Tallulah's Antique ClosetOctober 28, 2010 at 1:11 PM

    Hi Debra, Taat is a great family treasure. Thank's for sharing and have a great Halloween......Julian

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  22. Curtains In My TreeOctober 28, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    I Love those little pictures and in the locket. I like them especailly because they are your families.

    Nice , party invite also. what a treasure for you.

    Janice

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  23. SherrieOctober 28, 2010 at 2:37 PM

    That is totally cool. How special to have this and that it is from your family, even better. Thank you for sharing.

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  24. DortheOctober 28, 2010 at 3:19 PM

    Dear Debra,-
    what a great grandfather, so sweet he wrote this poetical invitation,to celebrate his wife.
    And you are just so lucky, to still have this in your possision .
    Happy Halloween.
    Hugs, Dorthe

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  25. Heaven's WalkOctober 28, 2010 at 4:56 PM

    You almost expect to hear an evil "bwaahahahaha!" in the background....! lol!

    xoxo laurie

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  26. Sissie's Shabby CottageOctober 28, 2010 at 6:02 PM

    Your Grandfather was very creative! I love the poem and the artistic touches on the invitation.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  27. UnknownOctober 28, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    What a wonderful items to have of your grandparents. I would treasure them forever and ever.
    Thanks for sharing
    Michele

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  28. SueOctober 28, 2010 at 9:03 PM

    Love your photos, they are always so beautiful. I too linked on to the Vintage Halloween party over at Anything Goes! Happy Fall my friend!

    Take care, Sue

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  30. GardenOfDaisiesOctober 29, 2010 at 10:49 AM

    That's so sweet that he liked to plan surprises for her! :-)

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