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How to Display Small Things

By Anita 11 Comments

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What is it about miniature anything that seems to charm us to no end? I love little things and just love looking at them. The thing is that if you have a lot of little things sitting about on top of your furniture, they can look messy and cluttered. So today we are talking about how to display small things.

This cabinet is quite old and the things inside are also mostly old. We inherited so many things from my in-laws and I tried to keep as many things as I could. Many of the things in this box are from them, the little doll dresser, and the old man reading the book.

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The vintage hand mold I found somewhere. I also happen to have a tiara. Everyone needs a tiara.

 

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The kangaroo salt and pepper shakers were from a trip they took to Australia in the 70’s. The girl in the frame is my mother-in-law when she was a little girl.

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I just love all of these little things, and I really enjoy being able to keep all of these memories together not hidden in a box, but displayed where we can enjoy them every day. I forgot to mention the old cabinet is one I found at the thrift store.

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Comments

  1. Lynda Brandly says

    May 13, 2015 at 06:41

    That’s a great idea! I have a lot of little things that our family has given us and they’re tucked away in drawers and boxes. I like your idea much better!
    Have a great day, Anita!
    Lynda @ Gates of Crystal

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  2. Carol says

    May 13, 2015 at 11:27

    Wonderful display of your heartwarming small treasures. I especially like the way you layered the items. Once again, well done You!

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  3. Marlene Stephenson says

    May 13, 2015 at 12:45

    Cute idea ,now to find a cabinet. Thanks Anita

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  4. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    May 13, 2015 at 17:46

    Just love how you have your sweet treasures displayed in that beautiful box. Such a beautiful display and done to perfection!

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  5. Rebecca says

    May 13, 2015 at 22:30

    I’m a lover of small tabletop cabinets too! I agree, the keep the clutter contained and are so great!

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  6. Pamela says

    May 15, 2015 at 00:15

    What neat way of displaying the little things, love the box.
    Have a great day.
    Pam

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  7. Jody Haggy says

    January 10, 2017 at 07:35

    How charming ,it works so well.

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  8. Linda says

    January 10, 2017 at 09:03

    I can remember my great grandfather – he told me stories and carved animals out of scraps of wood. Also on his porch he had 5 “turtle dogs” to bring good luck. The dogs are vertebra from a turtle – how old I don’t know. I have had them in a box since he passed away. Last year I took them to my frame shop. They did a wonderful job making them look like a museum relic. Now thet are in my foyer to bring good luck to all that enter.

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  9. Starr says

    January 11, 2017 at 08:08

    ADORABLE!

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  10. Pattie " The Lazy Fern Farm" says

    January 11, 2017 at 12:43

    It’s so, nice to keep their memories… In site & close to your heart. The box is truly
    lovely to your in-laws memory…..

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  11. Marsha in the Texas Hill Country says

    February 22, 2018 at 06:45

    I’ve seen those vintage hands in shops and loved them but never knew how best to display one. I love the tiara and the satin heart sachet. So feminine!

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