I think family pieces are such treasures! They represent sweet memories and have a story to tell...or in this case, a tale to tell.
This vanity valet belonged to my dad. Designed to store a man's personal belongings for easy access, notice the large opening suitable for holding a billfold and maybe a comb. The small cup is perfect for pocket change and a ring can slide over the dachshund's long tail. Now classified as vintage, it's from the early 60s and was a gift to my dad. It was always in use on our bathroom vanity in our Indianapolis home when my sister and I were very small. In fact, I remember that he would pick us up and allow us to sit on the long countertop to chat as we watched him shave before leaving for work in the morning.
My mother and I were recently discussing the possibility of repurposing this treasure. She asked my sister if she would be interested in taking it to her own home because she loves all things dog related and I offered to convert one of the openings to a planter for her. During our recent snowstorm, my mother and I spent a little time putting together the project (she spent the snow days with us). The larger opening is just the right size for three faux succulents and then we top-dressed it with Spanish moss.
