Hello Summertime

A couple days ago I went out to Sauvie Island and got some of the very small and very sweet Hood Strawberries that are in season here in Portland for only a few weeks. Today I attempted to make a couple jars of Strawberry jam. In my typical cooking fashion I kind of screwed it up, but, really strawberries and a little sugar, how bad could it be? It'll be delicious.

So, in honor of the summer, strawberries and all I wanted to add some new postcards to The Cedar Chest Shop.  Hope you are enjoying the bounty of June.

A new listing in the shop. Such a great photo from 1907. Click on photo to see the listing.

A  wonderful summer picnic, a faded memory - a faded photograph

These young women are ready for Summer. Imagine the adventures they had.

a blanket to go

This lovely card was sent in 1894. It is exactly the same on each side. The blanket is on it's way to a nice picnic I would think. And the carrier couldn't help picking some beautiful flowers on the way. This is one of my favorite pieces. Hope you're planing some nice picnics soon.

I have no idea what this says. if you do, please let me know. Thanks!