Nelly and the bees...

This week, I found some really unique (at least to me!) items...  not the type of stuff I usually go ga-ga over, but something attracted me to them.  

Maybe their sweet pink hues?

Like in this beehive measuring cup set :

 

 

I could tell they were vintage... and I knew they were cute.

 Other than that, I didn't know much about the maker, Menschik-Goldman.

 

 

A little research on both Etsy and EBay left me in a state of shock; as these sets are selling in the $50 to $100 range!  

That would be for a complete set (sadly, mine is missing the 1/2 cup) - but still pricey.  

They were made in the 1950's and I guess they are a favorite for many collectors.  

 

 

The more I look at them, the more I like them!  The cups nest to create a beehive...each bee a different hue.  So sweet!

 

(the doily was another fun find)

 

Then I came across Nelly, the Shell Girl...

 

 

Isn't she adorable?  You see why I had to bring her home with me?

 

She stands just under 6" and yet, all the tiny shell details are so amazing!

 

For example, her bouquet... 

 

And just look at her "skirt" with it's shelled detail...

 

But my absolute favorite is her sweet face and her bonnet.

 

 

So now I'm faced with the dilemma that many of us have...

do I keep her or do I sell her?

What would you do friends?

 

I'm linking up to Beverly's fabulous Pink Saturday party and sharing my Nelly and the bees!

 

 

Comments

[Ann]

Those measuring cups are adorable, never seen these before. I'd say you made a wonderful choice. Miss Little Shell girl is darling, I love the detail.

[Lorraine]

Sooo unique and pretty!! I'd keep them around for a while, enjoy them, then sell them to make room for new vintage goodies. Happy PS!

[Tammy]

You have such a beautiful blog! I love the measuring cups and I would definitely keep the shell lady. She is so beautiful and ornate! Thanks for sharing your pretty pinks! I hope you have a blessed weekend!

[pat]

I think your pink finds are super this week!

[Maggie]

Hi Mercedes, I cannot believe that your little shell doll has survived intact with all the little shell details, her bouquet is amazing.
Many thanks for stopping by and for your sweet comment about Fleur, our German Shepherd pup.
bon weekend
Maggie

[April]

LOVE those measuring cups!! What a great find! I would definitely keep the pretty shell girl. She is so cute and precious and very, very interesting! LOVE IT! I wouldn't be able to part with it!
Have a wonderful weekend! And Happy Pink Saturday!

[Riet]

Definitely worth keeping. Those cups are gorgeous,can see why they are exoensive and the shell lady so sweet.Happy pink Saturday

[GardenOfDaisies]

Hi I found your blog at Normandy Life. Those are the sweetest little measuring cups!! And I love the crocheted doily they are sitting on too. Super pretty pinks!