Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Vintage Thingies Thursday - Thrifted Stable

For quite some time I did not have a stable large enough to hold my 12 to 13 inches tall French santons set. While in the community thrift store I saw a very sad looking stable made of twigs. Since it was only three dollars I decided to buy it and see how it would look with the figures.


The figures fit in just nicely.

Here other figures are displayed with the stable.

When funds permit, I will get a more appropriate stable for the santons -- preferably one from the Provence region of France where the figures were made.


In another post I will talk about santons from France in detail and show the set.

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6 comments:

  1. The Queen of Fifty CentsNovember 13, 2008 at 9:11 AM

    I think that one is perfect--love its rusticity and the contrast with the lovely figures.

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  2. AnonymousNovember 13, 2008 at 1:30 PM

    I like the setting. I look forward to your santon post.

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  3. CarlaNovember 14, 2008 at 3:18 PM

    Stables do look sad all by themselves, and PERFECT with the people! What beautiful people you have there!

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  4. UnknownNovember 14, 2008 at 4:24 PM

    You are so knowledgeable about the different styles of figures and the manufacturers! You could add to this thrifty find with a star attached to the top, or an angel. Maybe some moss?

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  5. The Quintessential MagpieDecember 30, 2008 at 5:51 PM

    This is wonderful, Carrie! Great find! I'm glad you're online today because I wanted to let you know the donkey got here safely! :-) I'm so loving that nativity set!

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  6. UnknownDecember 30, 2008 at 7:05 PM

    Hi,
    I think the stable is perfect...and looks great with your figures.

    Thanks for linking to Trash to Treasure.
    Diane

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