Tag: Bucknall
Wordless Wednesday – Grandpa Bucknall
Quite some years ago my Great Aunt Joy gave me a gorgeous Nottingham lace bedspread that had been designed by her Grandfather, William Bucknall (1861-1937). Joy thought it had been made for display at a London exhibition, but was unsure of any details and I haven’t yet been able to place it. I’ve since found out about as much as I can about him, all … Continue reading Wordless Wednesday – Grandpa Bucknall
Wordless Wednesday … Sporting Times!
My Great Aunt Joy’s sporting exploits . . . Continue reading Wordless Wednesday … Sporting Times!
Wordless Wednesday … During World War Two
A selection of photos from my Great Aunt Joy’s albums – all related to the Second World War. Again, sadly, I don’t know who they are. Continue reading Wordless Wednesday … During World War Two
Wordless Wednesday – Chummy the Doggo
Featuring my Great Aunt Joy’s dog, Chummy. Dating from the late 1930s – he’s gorgeous! Continue reading Wordless Wednesday – Chummy the Doggo
Wordless Wednesday – Photo Props
Using props in photos is nothing new! This is my Great Aunt Joy making good use of a boat at the seaside – Branksome Chine in Dorset in 1937 Continue reading Wordless Wednesday – Photo Props
Wordless Wednesday – 1942 Style
A handful of photos from my Great Aunt Joy’s albums – all dated 1942 Continue reading Wordless Wednesday – 1942 Style
Wordless Wednesday – Great Aunt Joy’s Albums
More family photos from Great Aunt Joy’s albums. these date from 1936. Once again, unfortunately, I have no idea who the people in the photos are. The realisation that they were just three years away from another world war is quite sobering. I’ve searched for a possible cousin called Eileen, but haven’t found anyone who fits the bill. Continue reading Wordless Wednesday – Great Aunt Joy’s Albums
Wordless Wednesday – Vintage Family Photos
More snaps from Great Aunt Joy’s albums – these date from the 1940s Continue reading Wordless Wednesday – Vintage Family Photos
Wordless Wednesday – Happy Days at the Seaside in Vintage Style
A family day at the seaside for my Great Aunt Joy in 1948. These were taken at Branksome Chine, in Bournemouth, Dorset and include some very dodgy beachwear! Continue reading Wordless Wednesday – Happy Days at the Seaside in Vintage Style
