Jars of Sparkles...

In my studio, I love to store those special ribbons, trims, and pretty little things in canning jars...

They all sit on a shelf in neat rows. All are visible at any time so I when need that special touch for one of my projects they are in easy reach...

What are some of these special treasures that these jars hold?

Let's take a close up look... It is nice to pull out these wonders and share them with you!

 sparkles of sequins

some vintage some new...

woven ribbons

delicate trims

velvet flowers and buds

bunch of vintage buttons

thin ribbons

many are hand-dyed

 various laces
I love the one with the little goats...


Stamens- new and vintage...

wools for embroidery

Silk bias ribbons

Yes, it has taken me years of "collecting". For many years following I hoarded these beloved ribbons, flowers, and trims. Life can pass by quickly and the originally when  purchased these items it was to use them......I am finding that I am now bringing these precious pieces out and using them, so now all can delight in them and can in their being so special!