Old mailboxes and a copycat…

Hi everyone!

Let me say how much I have been looking forward to linking up to Debbiedoo’s copycat challenge. I have never had anything to share, but finally found just the right thing.

You all know how everything I’ve been doing lately revolves around the history of my family, and this is no exception. My grandfather was the postmaster here at the Balsam Post Office for many years. I was elated when I saw a photo on Pinterest with old mailboxes, because I remembered seeing some here. Below is my photo…

This is the inspiration photo from Pinterest. I thought it was funny how both sets of boxes have spider webs on the right side.

(Photo from Pinterest)

Here is a view of Balsam in the 1920s or 30s from the porch of the Balsam Mountain Inn that includes my grandfather’s store behind the train. The post office was at that time in the two-story building below. The post office was moved several times as at least one building burned down, and actually operated out of Knight’s Store during transition. 

(Photo from the Balsam Mountain Inn)

I enjoyed this challenge so much, and was so happy to find something I could attempt to copy.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Anita

I’ll be linking up with:

 Debbie

at

 Debbiedoo’s Copycat Challenge

and

Kim

at

Wow Us Wednesdays

23 Comments

  1. nannykim
    March 11, 2012 / 7:46 pm

    This is wonderful!! It reminds me of our post office when I was a kid–the boxes were very similar! I love Balsam Mountain too!!

  2. Carlene @ Organized Clutter
    March 11, 2012 / 7:48 pm

    Very fun and unique piece!

  3. Pam - @diy Design Fanatic
    March 11, 2012 / 7:55 pm

    Love it! What a cool piece of history you have Anita!

  4. Debbiedoos
    March 11, 2012 / 8:24 pm

    Beautiful job Anita! How perfect. I think those are super cool. Thanks for sharing!~

  5. Designing Lady Jane
    March 11, 2012 / 9:09 pm

    These are beautiful photos, I enjoyed your photo more, tho. Your mailboxes are really interesting with the large dials and intricate framework at top. How wonderful that you have that old photo and such a connection to your community.

  6. Unknown
    March 11, 2012 / 10:41 pm

    Wonderful Anita! You have the most unique heirlooms. Just beautiful!

  7. Unknown
    March 11, 2012 / 11:35 pm

    That is such a cool mailbox. I like yours better too. I love the colors and the metals. Very well done!
    XO cindy

  8. Gina
    March 11, 2012 / 11:44 pm

    What a great piece! I love the symbolism involved with your grandfather being the postmaster.

  9. Ricki Treleaven
    March 12, 2012 / 1:10 am

    Wow, this is one super cool copy cat challenge! I love it. I especially love the history behind it and its connection to your grandfather.

    I am linking from Debbiedoos.
    xo,
    Ricki Jill

  10. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting
    March 12, 2012 / 1:25 am

    Great copy Anita! I love reading the stories that come with your wonderful posts!

  11. Babs
    March 12, 2012 / 1:42 am

    Great mailboxes. I remember those, but I don't remember Balsam, NC. Love the old photo of your grandfather's store. I'm off to see where Balsam is…exactly and all about it…online, of course. Have a great week,
    Babs

  12. reFresh reStyle
    March 12, 2012 / 3:30 am

    Your mailbox is great! I love your copycat!
    Debbie

  13. Maria Elena
    March 12, 2012 / 11:26 am

    What a great piece! Love your copycat!!!

  14. At The Picket Fence
    March 12, 2012 / 3:31 pm

    Oh my goodness Anita! Your photo is gorgeous (way more beautiful than the original in my opinion!) and what a treasure to have. So neat to have those pieces of history! 🙂
    Vanessa

  15. Jan@southernjunkin'
    March 12, 2012 / 6:34 pm

    So lovely! You are so lucky to have these reminders!

  16. Creations By Cindy
    March 12, 2012 / 7:18 pm

    Oh my…love it! How wonderful to have this Anita. Hugs and blessings, Cindy

  17. Emelia DiCarlo
    March 12, 2012 / 9:46 pm

    Anita, of course, yours I prefer. What special treasures and your heritage, I could read about it daily…..maybe when you have free time, LOL, that would be a great book…..just a good thought. Thank you and my friendship. 🙂

  18. Karen
    March 13, 2012 / 5:34 pm

    Wow its so beautiful, and what a great connection to your family history.

  19. Debbie
    March 14, 2012 / 11:48 am

    Oh my goodness, what a wonderful treasure! I love this. I can almost picture myself at the little post office in my home town of Ashley Falls waiting while my mom chats with Christine the postmistress.

    Ah memories.
    And a great copycat!

  20. Mimi
    March 16, 2012 / 8:34 pm

    Love your copycat image..

  21. Deserae
    March 16, 2012 / 11:34 pm

    Your mailboxes are so fabulous….love the old photo too! Great copycat :o)
    Have a Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!
    ~Des

  22. Unknown
    February 19, 2018 / 6:08 pm

    Outstanding blog post

  23. Adam Thomson
    November 22, 2018 / 8:49 am

    Wow, What a great piece Anita!, It'a amazing. Thanks for sharing this Tools