This project began as a personal initiative to document my entire collection.
For years, my children have encouraged me to create this record,
While much of what I own is mass-produced, they simply wanted a comprehensive visual catalog of the items I have gathered.
I have been an active collector since 1997. Over the decades, a significant portion of my original collection was lost during various moves.
This current iteration represents my second attempt at building this collection, and through this process, I have become much more intentional and selective about the pieces I choose to acquire.
Figurines
This set commemorates a significant chapter in modern royal history, capturing the elegance and anticipation surrounding the engagement of Prince William and Catherine Middleton.
By revisiting the iconic fashions of the then-Duchess of Cambridge, the collection serves as a visual timeline of a style evolution that captured the world’s imagination.
From the meticulously crafted details of her celebrated wedding gown to the refined tailoring worn by Prince William, these images offer an intimate look at the Duchess’s early public appearances.
PLATES-
It’s true that those Princess Diana commemorative plates aren’t exactly winning the investment lottery!
They were produced in such huge numbers by places like the Bradford Exchange and Franklin Mint
that they’re more “mass-produced collectible” than “rare work of art.”
With supply being so high and interest in decorative plates fading, they just don’t hold much resale value.
But honestly? I never picked them up for the money anyway. I just genuinely loved the beautiful artwork!
Only collect what you love !
This plate series was made during the 10th annivesary period its one of my favorite sets.
This beautiful set was done by the artist who did the first star wars poster in th 70’s .
The tribute plat e is not part of the series but its by the same compnay .
This series one of the first sets that I started its a total of 14 plates .
Some of the dresses are not historically correct
they are really beautiful in person .
Royal Tins Collection
I love a cuppa tea and shortbread—it’s usually my go-to during the winter months when paired with a good book.
I would much rather store my regular tea bags in a lovely tin than keep them in an unsightly brand cardboard box.
Because of this, I began purchasing commemorative tins that come with tea inside, and I’ve started a collection of them to keep in my kitchen.
Funko Pops
Funko pops are really popular I was so surprised when they did a set of the Royals.
My oldest son Purchased the 2 Diana’s for me and I added the Coronation Queen just this last year .
I still need to add the others to my collection.
The Funko Pop! Royals line, launched in late 2017 and early 2018,
Diana Calendars
I usually buy two calendars a year—one Diana for my collection and one generic calendar to keep track of dates, because I just can’t bring myself to write in my Diana one!
One day I’ll actually do something with all those photographs from the calendars.
These days, a lot of people who make junk journals usually snag them for their projects—I haven’t been brave enough to try that yet!
