I received this lovely Valentine in the mail from my friend, Jill. We were both married on February 14th. Isn't it lovely!! It is everything a valentine should be trimmed with buttons, lace, fabric, and a little sparkle. Thank you Jill and Happy Anniversary!
The envelope is a work of art. I love the stamps and the script fabric.
The pattern credit goes to Karina Hittle who had the pattern in a 2006 Jan/Feb issue of Love of Quilting magazine.
How fun is this? My fun and thoughtful daughter ordered each of us customized chocolate bar.
Here is ingredient list for my son's.....yes, bacon.....
This is the company if you ever need custom candy.
So here I am with 3 of my 5 maids getting ready for my big day. Dresse with red satin butt bows and matching shoes, how 1980s can you get?
Wow, were we ever young! After 24 years, I'd marry him all over again.
xoxo to all my friends and readers on Valentines Day!
Happy Anniversary! Beautiful photos and what a lovely valentine.
ReplyDeleteGreat gifts. What a good looking couple. Time to celebrate!
ReplyDeleteVery 80's hair too! My kids always laugh when they see our wedding pictures! I LOVE that fabric card and envelope! Very cool!
ReplyDeleteI love that you included some wedding pictures. What a beautiful bride :0)
ReplyDeleteAnd, what a gorgeous valentine!! It is a work of art - and a fabric envelope - I wouldn't have thought of that.
I wouldn't have thought of real bacon in a chocolate bar either. Interesting... :0)
Happy anniversary!!! We celebrated our 23rd anniversary on the 6th. I too would marry my dear husband all over again. Have a great day.
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary! The card from your friend is sweet. And the candy bars... what a great concept. All make for a fun post.
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary and Valentines day too. You were a beautiful bride. What a fun card and the chocolate is too funny with bacon.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun post Barb! I lvoe the postcard from jill adn how funny you both celebrate your anniversary this day too. Its extra romantic for you!! Love the photos and the candy is such a hoot!
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentine's Anniversary! The valentine is lovely. When I'm in Pittsburgh visiting my sister, we always go to a chocolate store on the "Strip," where I first saw bacon chocolate bars. So your son isn't the only one who likes that combo. There is a school of thought that says everything tastes better with bacon. I'd substitute chocolate! Have a happy, happy day.
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary and also happy Valentine's Day. You get a double celebration. (grin) Hope you have a good one.
ReplyDeleteHow cute are the chocolates and the card?
ReplyDeleteLove your wedding photo too, oh yes the eighties, mind you I got married in 1979.... oh dear long time ago
Have a wonderful week
Christine
What a beautiful picture of you and the hubs! Congrats on the perseverance!! LOL
ReplyDeleteawwww! they whole post is so sweet and lovely! Happy Anniversary!!!! really really lovely!
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet picture of the two of you.
ReplyDeleteLove the Candy....
Happy Anniversary and that was a cute card as well.
Oh Barb, Happy Anniversary . 24 and going strong.
ReplyDeleteLove the idea of the chocolate bars. The mind is going ten to the dozen thinking about what I would put in my sons.
Thanks for sharing your Wedding pics. What a cute couple!
ReplyDeleteIt's fun that you and your friend share an anniversary. I love the card she sent. That envelope fabric/stamps are perfect! :)
I'm not too sure about bacon in chocolate though? ;)
How fun to be married on Valentine's Day! Happy Anniversary! It's fun to see the pictures! Those candy bars are a great idea! And bacon is really big right now...who knew...
ReplyDeleteI don't think I could mix them...
In stitches,
Teresa :o)
Happy Anniversary. Love the heart, the chocolate and the wedding photos ♥
ReplyDeleteThe handmade fabric Valentine is just perfect for today. I imagine lots of couples select Feb. 14th for a wedding date. Such a romantic time.
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary Barb and thanks for sharing this lovely post. XOXO
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary. I was married on valentine's day too.
ReplyDeleteI love your chocloate bars. I'm off now to have a look and see if they ship to the UK.
Happy Anniversary to you and your DH!!
ReplyDeleteLove the look of that chocolate!
What a beautiful valentine!
Happy Anniversary!! Weren't you the cutest young couple :0)
ReplyDeleteCrispy
Awwww, you look so cute and happy! Happy Belated Anniversary!!!
ReplyDeleteSo sweet and romantic! Jim and I got married on Flag Day 1980. I would marry him all over again too!
ReplyDeletehow glam you all looked and lovely sentiments also. wonderful that you are still so happy now !
ReplyDeleteLove the pic of you and Rich...how cute! A nice walk down memory lane...time flies when you are having fun, eh?
ReplyDeleteHanna's candy bars are awesome. I guess she has inherited your art for creativity and surprise. Wonderful!
Jill
Barb, that is a very sweet post. Love the wedding pics. And that customized candy. ohmy!! Love the handmade Valentine too. Happy Anniversary and Happy Valentine's Day
ReplyDeleteWhat a great post, love the bridesmaid dresses, what a hoot. I remember the 80's fashions, mall bangs and shoulder pads! Happy anniversay!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great post, love the bridesmaid dresses, what a hoot. I remember the 80's fashions, mall bangs and shoulder pads! Happy anniversay!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary! How romantic to be married on Valentines Day!
ReplyDeleteI'm just a little late but Happy Anniversary! We were married on Feb. 15th. and yes, I very fondly remember the '80's but not necessarily some of the fashions!
ReplyDeletethat is one fabulous card and congratulations to the both of you.
ReplyDeletestill mulling over the idea of bacon in a chocolate bar . . . sounds like a guy thing to me . . .
:-)
libbyQ
It's the best valentine card ever! And thank you for sharing your story. Maiden dresses are so 80s! Congratulations for you aniversary!
ReplyDeleteYour friend Jill really did give you a wonderful gift. I love the Valentine envelope she gave you. I think it's fantastic. Happy Anniversary again to you and to your hubby! It's nice to know that after 24 years, you're both staying strong and in love for each other. All the best to you! :)
ReplyDeleteCan't believe I missed this beautiful post! So sweet! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteThose are some RED dresses! It just isn't an '80's dress without a big butt bow. :)
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