Hand-carved Wooden Whimsy vintage candleholder I'm kind of obsessed with

I'm kind of obsessed with this old handmade whisk broom

The box measure 3 3/8" in diameter and is 1

And this lovely set of seven hand thrown stoneware plates

The black patterned banding near the opening and base give this smart little vase an added layer of detail and polish

and solid bands around the neck

Hand-carved Wooden Whimsy vintage candleholder I'm kind of obsessed withI've only recently learned that carved wooden "whimsies" like this one are a thing, but I am glad that they are! Carved from one piece of wood, and often like this one taking the form of a structure with a few balls inside, I think they're a pretty brilliant expression of the skill and creativity of their makers. A wonderful little thing to have around, and a nice reminder that it is perfectly justifiable to invest time in doing things that have no