Beautiful Victorian and Edwardian Christmas Angels 1890 to 1910 free clip art

Welcome to another Christmas Monday at Bumble Buttons!
All of the pictures have angels. From Victorian and Edwardian postcards. I am so proud of myself. Already some of the holiday posts are done and scheduled! It makes me so happy knowing that all of you have something to look forward too. And they will post no matter what is distracting me from blogging. 

Bumble Buttons Holiday Schedule

Christmas - Monday's

Halloween in October - Wednesday's

Thanksgiving - Thursdays in November

Parties and New Years in Dec

Everything else in between!

There seems to be a new way that my posted pictures are accessed.

 First  left click the image.This takes you to a new screen with the picture is on a black background.

2nd right click to copy

Exqusite black and white book illustrations over 100 years old

I just looove these pictures. Very dramatic black and white book plates. They are just beautiful. Mystical and magical I just had to share them. Wouldn't they be an unique element in a collage or on a artist trading card? Wish I had kept track of who the artist was. Hopefully one will find it's way into your projects. Feel free to use them for free in your personal creations.

Thanks for stopping by! Love Louise

Bumble Buttons Holiday Schedule

Christmas - Monday's

Halloween in October - Wednesday's

Thanksgiving - Thursdays in November

Parties and New Years in Dec

Everything else in between!

There seems to be a new way that my posted pictures are accessed.

 First  left click the image.

2nd right click to copy

The prettiest cherubs and flower sprays Perfect for black and white French inspired designs

Hi everyone! Welcome to you all.

If my blog were a garden it would be over grown and needing water. This seems to be a pattern.  A flurry of pictures and posts and then... So after a week It is time to get back to blogging.  I also have to confess that I am an image hoarder! My computer keeps telling me the virtual memory is low and that some request will be slow. Sound familiar? My brain and body has the same thing going on! Whether it makes more room or not it seems logical to me that deleting files and folders will make room for new ones. That is what I have been doing  today. Kinda like cleaning out your closet by trying everything on before you toss it out. The fact that there are already plenty of images doesnt disuade me from looking for just a few more. And I found the best stuff! Antique children's books from an online library. There are almost 8,000 books to look thru.

One of the things I liked and thought you might too are from chapter endings and title pages little do-dads, thing-a-ma- jigs, fluerishes or what every you might call them.  I can just see them in your scrapbooks and crafts,altered art,invitations etc. . There are even two labels. Black and white and so French. Two of the cherubs have a pair of wedding rings.Hope you find them as lovely as I do.

Your comments have been incredible and very welcomed. Thank you for the comments regarding Sherry. It will be so nice to pass them on to her and the board. Hope we get her back somehow.

The number of followers continues to grow and there have been over 100,000 page views!! WOW!

Thank you so much for your positive support. I love you gals!!

A passion flower vine and hummingbirds!

Wedding cards or invitations?

Beautiful and cheery pictures from antique postcards and paintings to celebrate the first day of August

Hi everyone! How fast the days slip by... In between the buttons,washing every piece of my fabric stash and other fun things, I have been keeping up with the political maneuvering in

Washington. They seem to be finally working things out. The next few days will be interesting.

It is August first! how did that happen?

On Thursday I had the nicest visit at the legacy. There was time for going through some of the quilt fabric after tidying up the buttons. I found lots of pretty fabric. When I got home it was time for organisation and cleaning. I washed out the containers and added a few more to hold all the new and old fabrics.  One thing I love is that every scrap will be clean and ready to sew with. As some of you know washing all those fat quarters and raw edged yardage results in a lot of loose thread and knots of fabric!  One big ball of mess. There are still a few small loads left to do, but then it will be done forever. From now on anything new will be washed before it is put away.

I have a few new images for you. The aqua or teal blue color brought this varied group together. Hope you like them.

love, Louise

 

This sweet angel was on a Valentines card.

Such a beautiful painting!

I know it isn't new years but she just could not wait that long.

Victorian Angels,Pussy Willows, Antique Tinted Photographs of Little Girls Free clip art for collage,craft, ATC

Welcome  everyone, Welcome Springtime!

An antique Victorian postcard of pussy willows is a good start for the day. I have always adored the fuzzy little buds since I was a child. Doesn't everyone love them? A sure sign of spring and new growth.

All my images are for your use in your collage, craft, ATC, scrap booking and enjoyment. All for free!

How about some lovely and sweet little angels to cherish and share.

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Easter angel or maybe a fairy.

Lovely late 1890's Angel from an antique Easter postcard.

Dressed in white eyelet and lace, this little gal is holding her doll who is also dressed in white. Who can resist such a playful smile.

Lightly tinted painted antique  photograph.

Sometimes I wonder what you (my readers)are doing and what your day is like. With visitors from all over the world, it is easy to imagine  cottages, modern apartments, and any possible home where you are reading this posting. Is your home safe and peaceful? Is there a garden?do you live with a family, pet or on your own? Are your needs being meet? 
This is a little rambling but I care about you all. In your quick visits and kind comments and the ongoing interest of my followers has pulled me into this new "community". A unique form of friendship with dear people from all over the world.
May there be some kindness, a bit of beauty, a bit of relief from troubles and a hug that finds you today.  Much love to you all, Louise

Raining Violets, Art Nouveau Poppys,Boys and Airplaine, 1920 1930 Women's Clothing Romantic Woman and a Portrait of a pensive Young lady

Hi Everyone! It is cloudy and rainy again after lots of sunshine. Out comes the cups of tea. Thank goodness for a cup of  tea, warms my hands and helps with a sore throat. I have not had to water my plants for so long..

 This little angel catching violet raining from the sky is perfect for February birthdays. Happy birthday to my sister and niece.

 

A great Art Nouveau postcard. Love the poppy's.

More illustrations featuring children.My daffodils and paper whites are blooming. Next year I should add some tulips. My son's grandfather has taken him to air shows since he was a little boy. So I thought this was so dear.

Patience and kind eyes of a lovely young lady.

Fabulous 1920 - 1930 Women's Fashions. Just love this era! A great source for inspiration and research.

Had fun pulling these together for you. Hope you can use them or just enjoy checking them out. Another happy blog post! Much love to you all, Louise