If you have read my blog for any length of time you know that I enjoy the unusual and quirky in my home.
My ball finial on my bannister did not fit that bill. (excuse the sawdust on it...it is coming down)
It is being replaced with this gem found at a local antique store. It is a metal child's bedpost finial from the 1930s. I love it.
Silly, but it sure does make me smile.
It's cute but it looks a little dangerous for a baby bed. I guess baby were tougher in the old days.
I can imagine your big smile every morning coming down the stairs to face a new day. Enjoy.
It was meant for you.
Posted by: janet | June 23, 2011 at 10:46 AM
Sammi will eventually move into an iron daybed that appears to be missing the finials. Now I know what to look for on Ebay!
Posted by: Sarah | June 23, 2011 at 11:28 AM
If it makes you happy that is all that matter! I must say it made me happy just looking at the adorable pic! Enjoy, and thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Savylunabugg.blogspot.com | June 23, 2011 at 11:31 AM
You are too clever! And I'm guessing you have an interesting project scheduled for the old finial?
Posted by: Into Vintage | June 23, 2011 at 11:44 AM
Oh yeah!! That's more like it!
Posted by: Angela | June 23, 2011 at 11:52 AM
Ooh, that's cute! I'm in the market for a new bed for Maren--wish I could find one with bird finials!
Posted by: Heidi German | June 23, 2011 at 12:16 PM
Silly? Nah...it's cute! Made me laugh...and I said "Magpie can come up with a new use for just about anything!!". *e*
Posted by: elaine | June 23, 2011 at 12:41 PM
This is absolutely perfect in every way. I had a good visual of your husband coming home to find you sawing off the newel post - LOL!
Posted by: Kathy | June 23, 2011 at 01:03 PM
Fantastic! Can you just imagine the gorgeous bed this belong to. I love it. Coming down the stairs every morning greeted by this sweet face....you will be smiling for sure...genius strikes again...smiles...Renee
Posted by: Renee | June 23, 2011 at 01:53 PM
The perfect bit of whimsy!
Posted by: Barbara | June 23, 2011 at 02:45 PM
O.M.G. I love it! You find the coolest treasures ;)
Posted by: Rosemary | June 23, 2011 at 02:59 PM
Absolutely perfect in every way. I love it! Cool treasures!
Posted by: Homeowner Insurance Plan | June 23, 2011 at 03:21 PM
Quirky...my kind of person! Looks great there.I would've never thought of that! Thanks for all your amazing ideas....Hard for me to keep up with you sometimes :-)Hope you have a great weekend! -Doreen
Posted by: Doreen | June 23, 2011 at 08:28 PM
Oh- it makes me smile, too! I love that sort of decorating!
Posted by: Rae | June 24, 2011 at 07:21 AM
Laurie - It is just perfect for that spot and totally original ! Love it !
Posted by: Lisa W. | June 24, 2011 at 09:45 AM
Hi Laurie,
What a different and cute idea!
Love it!
Hugs,
Janis
Posted by: Janis | June 25, 2011 at 07:39 PM