Saturday, January 5, 2013

OLD WINDOW SIGN



This was one of my favorite Christmas gifts this year!

Our son and his fiance' had it made for us...






Our surname was painted in reverse on the back of this old window. Pretty cool, huh?







Against the wall the letters make a shadow and give it a 3-D look!






The window is embellished with fun knobs.








I rearranged my family room to hang it... now I have to paint this little cupboard to go with the rest of my room and this old window sign!






 Christopher and Abby also got my daughter, Jacqueline and her husband Jonathan, an old window sign too!

Kids are in their jammies... they still look a little sleepy!





Love the window and the givers of this unique gift!

And where did Christopher get this fabulous idea... we were not the first to receive a personalized window as a gift....






The original window was part of his proposal to his beloved Abigail!

Here's a picture of the happy couple celebrating their engagement with us...





You can read their sweet proposal story at by clicking HERE. 

 When I look at our personalized window I think of my son and his beautiful bride-to-be... it's a wonderful connection!!! Thanks Abby and Chris!







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68 comments:

  1. Sunflowers With SmilesJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    Lovely sign and gift. Something you will always cherish!

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  2. La Table De NanaJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Very cute family and gifts:)

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  3. Pamela GordonJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    These are beautiful Yvonne. What a lovely gift idea!

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  4. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    What a great and unique gift.

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  5. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    What a great gift, Yvonne! I love the knobs added to the bottom, too.

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  6. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Those are lovely gifts and a great idea too. I love the font detail and the chippiness of the old windows.

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  7. JudyJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    what a beautiful gift...and those "kids" are gorgeous!

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  8. Patricia @ ButterYumJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    What a lovely gift - very thoughtful and quite appropriate. I love how it looks in your family room. Have a great weekend!

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  9. Something Nice and PrettyJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    Really a great idea for a gift...love it and the sleepy kids in their jammies!

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  10. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    What a lovely gift...I love the font detail!

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  11. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:50 AM

    How fun. I love it, and what a super gift. Hugs, Marty

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  12. Jennifer @ Decorated ChaosJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    Very nice gift.....handmade gifts are the best! Can I be in your gift exchange next year?! LOL :)

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  13. Ann from On Sutton PlaceJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    Oh this is so awesome! Such a fun and personal gift...Happy weekend Yvonne!

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  14. AmyJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    Very cool- the font color is great, and unusual!

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  15. Shannon @A Cozy Place Called HomeJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    What great one of a kind gifts made with love from your children! It is obvious they inherited Mom's creative ability! Have a great weekend! Shannon

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  16. Linda @ A La CarteJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    Those signs are really beautiful. What a lovely gift!
    hugs,
    Linda

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  17. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    That is a wonderful gift.
    hugs, Gee

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  18. DebbiedoosJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    How beautiful, and very special. I can see why it is your favorite. Happy New Year dear lady!

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  19. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    Such a nice gift, very thoughtful!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  20. Debra@CommonGroundJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    really cool, Yvonne! cute kiddos and now I'm excited to see the cabinet makeover!

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  21. Patty @ That's So PrettyJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    A beautiful and unique treasure.

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  22. Patty @ That's So PrettyJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    Also wanted to let you know that I love your new Header...
    Beautiful!

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  23. Jean | Delightful RepastJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    That is a beauty! What a perfect gift!

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  24. Ann@A Sentimental LifeJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    What a great idea! I am sure it will be cherished for years to come.

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  25. Sandi @ The Primitive SkateJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    What a wonderful Gift!! I Love it!

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  26. Denise MarieJanuary 5, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    So sweet!

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  27. SplenderosaJanuary 5, 2013 at 12:36 PM

    I love this, Yvonne !!!
    They really know you, don't they?

    xx's

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  28. AntiqueChaseJanuary 5, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    oh i just LOVE this idea~

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  29. AudreyJanuary 5, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    That is such a cute idea, love it! Have a great weekend Yvonne.

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  30. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    Yvonne: What a beautiful gift. Do you have any idea where they had it made?
    I have a nephew that is getting married sometime this year and what a beautiful wedding
    present that would make.

    Denise

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  31. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapJanuary 5, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    that is a wonderful creative gift. Definitely need to keep an eye open for a similar window!!

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  32. Michele M./ Finch RestJanuary 5, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    AWESOME, absolutely love those signs. Perfect for you!

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  33. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    Hey friend this is one amazing special gift!Love it and I really love family photo's.
    And personlized gifts.
    ~Jo @LoblollyLane

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  34. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    I LOVE this!! I'm going to need a monogram window though - "Schwendeman" would require a sliding glass door - HA! We have a few of the original windows that were in the house in 1798 - I'll share when Hubby has finished his newest project. Thank you for sharing.

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  35. Carlene @ Organized ClutterJanuary 5, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    Yvonne, I love it! Very nice present.

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  36. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 3:12 PM

    Oh heavens...how sweet was that proposal. I love your new Christmas gift, Yvonne!

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  37. Pinky at Designs by PinkyJanuary 5, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    That is SO perfect!!!! I love it. Now trying to get OUR name across a window would have to be a LOOOONG window:):) I would LOVE to have one though and would get one for Joe's downstairs. Can you e-mail me where I can get one??? XO, Pinky

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  38. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJanuary 5, 2013 at 4:17 PM

    What a pretty sign Yvonne, I love it!! Awesome gift and beautiful couple!
    Happy Weekend!

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  39. OliveJanuary 5, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    Love them all. What a fabulous way to to propose.

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  40. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 5:43 PM

    yvonne; If you find out where I can get one I would truly
    appreciate it.
    I will e mail you my new e mail address.

    Denise

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  41. prince snow farmJanuary 5, 2013 at 6:24 PM

    What a lovely piece! It seems they truly know your style. That makes it even more thoughtful. I will return, as I have learned so much from your blog in the few minutes I've visited!

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  42. Bee Haven BevJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    Hi Yvonne....
    So glad you stopped by the farm for a visit...please to meet you!!
    Love the sign, what a thoughtful gift!!
    Bev
    Bee Haven Acres

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  43. Maggie AnnJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    Oh yes! What a delightful gift.....

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  44. SewconsultJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:16 PM

    Love this idea! Beautiful kids!
    Beckie

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  45. Laura @ duke manor farmJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    Sweet and thoughtful gift. Have they set a date yet?

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  46. MaryJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    LOVE the sign Yvonne, what a special gift!

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  47. Preppy Empty NesterJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:34 PM

    Yvonne... I got a little tears eyed reading your post... What thoughtful gifts...

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  48. Leslie's GardenJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:49 PM

    Yvonne, what a unique gift, how creative your son is! Can't wait to see how you tie it together with the little cupboard, hope you'll show us!

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  49. Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and AcornsJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:28 PM

    Oh what a beautiful gift! Happy New Year! I am looking forward to another year of reading your beautiful and inspirational blog.

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  50. Little Miss MaggieJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:30 PM

    I love that window. Is it painted or vinyl?

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  51. Yvonne @ StoneGableJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    Maggie, It is painted

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  52. GinaJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:49 PM

    I love the sign! What a super gift! I think it's so sweet that your son used one to propose.

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  53. SarahJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:19 PM

    Beautiful couple, and their engagement story is one of the sweetest I've ever heard. Your son is a very thoughtful young man.
    Love the window idea. ~ Sarah

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  54. Leslie HarrisJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:34 PM

    What a great looking family! Must have gotten some good genes from Mama huh? :)
    and I love this gift. So meaningful and pretty!
    Leslie (aka Gwen Moss)

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  55. LynnJanuary 6, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    That's a beautiful original gift Yvonne! Looks great in your family room-enjoy:@)

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  56. On Crooked CreekJanuary 6, 2013 at 6:57 AM

    Yvonne,
    LOVE your window...and the precious story and meaning behind it!!!
    So~o~o. . .that's what you're painting as you baste a Turkey!
    I'll be back for the reveal!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  57. SuzyJanuary 6, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    What a lovely and sweet gift, Yvonne. I believe that your children and their spouses (or soon-to-be spouses) love you very much!

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  58. RettabugJanuary 6, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    Such a thoughtful (and handsome!) son you have, Yvonne! I just read the story of their engagement & was so touched by his creative genius in planning that entire event. He obviously takes after his Mother!!

    Your personalized window is just perfect. I wish Chris would give the painting/creator some free advertising & let us know the name of the person who makes them. They did a wonderful job.

    I look forward to seeing the little cabinet update.
    Hugs,
    Rett

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  59. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Wonderful gift!! Where did they get it?

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  60. BeverlyJanuary 6, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    This is such a lovely and meaningful gift, Yvonne. Thank you for sharing.

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  61. Manuela@A Cultivated NestJanuary 6, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    These are beautiful Yvonne! What a wonderfully creative and original gift. The proposal one is so sweet! That's something to keep and treasure.

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  62. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJanuary 6, 2013 at 10:34 PM

    The windows are beautiful...and the best part is that it would make you smile every time you look at it...such wonderful memories....I love that idea....would have to research how to do it!!!

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  63. The Blue FarmhouseJanuary 6, 2013 at 10:57 PM

    Beautiful and thoughtful....

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  64. Eclectically VintageJanuary 7, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    What an amazingly thoughtful gift - you have an amazing son and beautiful daughter to be! What a fun way to propose too!
    Kelly

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  65. Tatesis@aol.comJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:52 PM

    What a lovely home you have and what a lovely gift the window is. That was a very creative way your son asked Abby to marry him. It will be a lovely reminder of that special day in their home. Where can we purchase a custom window at too? It would make a great gift or addition to my own home. Please share!!!

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  66. TheFancyFritterFebruary 1, 2013 at 12:03 AM

    Love this idea & I featured it in my blog post today! Just thought I'd let you know! Great idea! :-)

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  67. TheFancyFritterFebruary 1, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    Oops! Forgot to share the post! :-) http://thefancyfritter.blogspot.com/2013/01/old-windows.html

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  68. UnknownMarch 30, 2014 at 12:58 PM

    Saw this and loved it, my last name is Pratt, too! As my daughter and I scrolled down to look for directions we saw you and I both have the same first name as well. What a coincidence! Can't wait to make this, I just love it.

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