Many of the treasures I have are from my grandparents - lovely remembrances of generations past. I have beautiful pieces from my great grandparent's wedding, Victorian calling cards from their visitors in the early 1900's. Teacups and saucers, postcards, dishes...I'm very fortunate indeed that my family cherished these items. Many of the dishes are in this built-in cabinet in our living room. When I look at them I feel connected to generations past, and know that they would be very pleased that I am caring for their keepsakes, making sure they are around for the generations that will follow me.
This is the built-in corner cabinet in our living room, chock full of treasures. 
Wanted to show the whole thing.
The teacups here are very old, as is the frame and postcard behind it. You can click on it to get a closer look, but it is a Christmas postcard to my greatgrandparents that is written in Norwegian. On the back of the postcard it says, "To Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Pederson, From Inga Inslany December 23, 1911
I know I keep showing glimpses of my couches, but I just love them. I had them slip-covered and new pillows made two years ago. Picking out the fabric and deciding what fabric would go where was very fun. I love being in here and sitting, scrunched into the pillows with a fire going - usually looking up occasionally from my book or magazine to view the mystery nook, as shown in below post. The view makes me smile.
I love how the fabric from the curtains mixes with the sofa and pillows - my heart is actually smiling when I look at this (aside from the one on my face).
A supply of comforting home magazines is at the ready
This chair was refinished by my grandma, and look at that cross stitch she did for the seat. I love this rocking chair. The lovely pillow was found in Idaho when my mom and I were antiquing. I know that everyone has their own "comforts of home". These are just a few of mine. Have a wonderful day :o)
What an enjoyable post! How very special that you have these treasures from your family..... and they are beautiful things too!!
I can so relate to what you said about occasionally looking up from your magazine to enjoy the view of your home. I do that too! True contentment.......
Posted by: Becca | March 11, 2007 at 03:19 PM
Beautiful display with the rose-red background in your corner cabinet. Really makes the china stand out. Love the gingham puddling drapes, too.
Posted by: Lallee | March 11, 2007 at 04:41 PM
Oh so very pretty!! How lucky you are to have such family treasures!! I have my grandmothers wedding dishes, sadly they are in tubs in the garage because I have no place to store them...But I know they are there and that is a comfort.
Posted by: Natasha | March 11, 2007 at 06:18 PM
Everything is beautiful! So many wonderful things to cherish and love! cherry
Posted by: cherry nelson | March 11, 2007 at 08:17 PM
Your home is absolutely gorgeous. Thanks so much for sharing pictures. You asked me about where I buy my craft supplies. For scrapbook supplies (i.e. paper) I go to ArtsyTartsy here in Plymouth or Archiver's. For vintage goodies I go to estate sales...love them! See the goldmine I found today on my blog!! For the book itself on this project, I just used "jumbo" sized brown paper lunch bags. Cheap at the supermarket! I folded them in half and punched holes and put ribbon through to bind them. Couldn't be much easier and FUN than that! Give it a try. I'll bet yours will be fabulous. Let me know if you have any questions [email protected]
Thanks
Kari
Posted by: ArtsyMama | March 11, 2007 at 08:46 PM
Hi,
such a wonderful home you have and so many treasures from your families past. That is really something to cherish !! The things I have from my family, aren't many I'm sad to say, but I cherish them with all of my heart.
Have a great day.
Waving at you from The Netherlands !!
Posted by: Monique | March 12, 2007 at 06:26 AM
Oh you are so lucky to have such wonderful treasures from your family! And your home and blog is such a comfort to ME whenever I visit you here... so pretty and inviting ~ I love your sofas, just dreamy! Have a wonderful day!
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | March 12, 2007 at 10:44 AM
Allie - we were on the same wavelength yesterday, sharing memories of our beloved Grandmothers! Always hold on to those beautiful things and pass them along to your sweet daughter. Now I'm a Grandma I'm happy to know my precious pieces of china will be used many years from now by someone special in our family. Enjoy your week.
Sending Spring breezes your way - they are very warm this week.
Posted by: Mary | March 12, 2007 at 12:54 PM
You have such a lovely home! That corner niche is amazing! Beautiful pics!!!
Posted by: Jenny (The Polka Dot Pixie) | March 13, 2007 at 12:09 AM
What beautiful pictures you have shared from your home.
Sarah x
Posted by: Sarah | March 13, 2007 at 04:13 AM
Allison, everything about your home is so inviting! I love the treasures from your grandparents. Your builtin corner cupboard is spectacular!
Posted by: annewithane65 (Kim) | March 13, 2007 at 06:45 AM
Beautiful pictures! I really love your built in cabinet. Just lovely. I find that the older I get, the more I appreciate things that have history.
Posted by: Jen | March 13, 2007 at 01:35 PM
Hi Allie! :)
Oh what a beautiful & exciting surprise to find your order this morning! I'll send you the eggs asap through airmail! Will bring them to the post office tomorrow! Thanks a bunch for being my first ever Etsy customer! :D
I love all your beautiful china from your grandparents (you are very lucky indeed to have them) and your sofa with the pretty pink & flower cushions looks so cozy!
Have a happy day!
Carol xox
Posted by: Carol | March 14, 2007 at 06:28 AM
Your home is beautiful. Unfortunately I'm not very good at keeping china displayed, I prefer to use it, and always use a tea cup an saucer, I just hate mugs !
Posted by: weirdbunny | March 14, 2007 at 06:48 AM
I love everything about your home, it looks so beautiful and inviting!
Posted by: Arlene | March 14, 2007 at 04:19 PM
Your home and treasures are so lovely. How special they all are and how well your display them. I have my Grandmother's tea cups and cherish them.
Your home is so inviting and warm and cozy. I always love to read your blog...it always makes me smile!
Hugs,
Sue
Posted by: Sue | March 14, 2007 at 09:21 PM
Hi Allison~
I had several days of your blogs to catch up on. As always, you make me laugh. Your rambling a few posts ago about pictures from your bedroom had me laughing out loud. I'll check back in another few days...as always, your house is spectacular!
Posted by: Christy | March 15, 2007 at 12:10 PM
Hello there,
Came from Monique weblog and now I'm here.
Very cosy your house.
With love from Holland.
Annet
Posted by: annet | March 15, 2007 at 05:32 PM
Your home is beautiful. Last year I received many pieces of china, silver and crystal that had belonged to my Grandparents and then my parents. I love looking at them and reliving the memories that came with them. I love youe mystery shelves. So creative!!!!!
Posted by: Maggie | March 16, 2007 at 05:31 AM
Oh! I love your nook!!!! So beatiful- all your pictures are a feast for the eyes. I'm so glad I found your blog off Shabby in the City's:-)
Posted by: Kina | March 19, 2007 at 03:50 PM