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A little bit of history and a whole lot of heart - Rescued and reinvented heirloom keepsake compacts . . .

"If you find someone you love in your life, then hang on to that love."

Diana, Princess of Wales


There’s something simply magical about giving new life to a vintage treasure, especially when that treasure is a timeworn compact, left behind, long forgotten in a drawer or a dusty old vanity.


An embellished vintage brass compact reinvented as an heirloom keepsake - pink, blue, gold - hand painted brass stampings, vintage rhinestones, silk ribbon embellishments 3x3"
Beautiful Friend Heirloom Vintage Compact - something for the girl who has everything!

These once-beloved beauties, damaged or discarded, have been rescued and reinvented; lovingly transformed into one-of-a-kind heirloom keepsakes meant to spark joy, stir memories, and hold special meaning.


Each compact is meticulously embellished with an artful mix of vintage bits, baubles, and sentiment. They are dazzling on the outside, but the inside holds the real magic.


Sweetheart Heirloom Vintage Compact - reinvented vintage round leather compact, young girl image embellished with pearls, rhinestone, resin flowers, front vintage brass filigree, vintage trim, fibers, embellishments, Artisan silk ribbon - green, purple, lavender - 3.5" across
Sweetheart Heirloom Vintage Compact - just as sweet as can be!

Open one up and you’ll find a hidden little world of layers; words and imagery that shimmer with light, love, and imagination. Some feature heartfelt quotes, others include collaged inspirations or thoughtful prompts. Many leave space for you to add your own personal touches, a name, a date, a secret message or memento tucked gently inside.


Inside Sweetheart Heirloom Vintage Compact shown above, assorted images, paper clock face with word "Sweetheart" French motif - glitter, bird, butterfly, crown, resin flower
Sweetheart Heirloom Vintage Compact - the treasure's inside!

These are little vessels of memory, emotion, and connection. Whether you’re celebrating love, honoring a friend, remembering someone dear, or simply wanting to inspire or encourage, these heirloom keepsakes are a meaningful, beautiful way to say what words alone sometimes don’t.


Isn't it a joy to imagine someone discovering one of these generations from now and the way it might transport them, inspire wonder, or whisper a story real or imagined from the past. It's enough to truly warm the heart!


Heirloom Keepsake Compacts are now available in the online store!


And - just as a side note, for that special person who has everything and/or is impossible to buy for, I can pretty much guarantee they don’t have one of these!


Let me know what you think.  Personally? I’m completely smitten. 💕


With timeless treasure that's always in fashion -

Warm regards,

Suzanne

 
 
 

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