Floods of Mudlarking Finds - See What We Found on the Flooded River Foreshore! Treasures!

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[@taravitti2544]

My husband thoroughly enjoys watching your larking videos. Our 3 year old, Gloria, has taken up the interest in watching your shows as well… she seems to have a fascination in listening to your pleasant voices as you search. You should consider doing story book readings for small children once and a while, maybe… on one of your other venues? My husband says your voices have a relaxing effect as he watches your larking.

[@marykaystreasures]

You can make a wind chime with the wine bottle with the bottom out of it ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️👍🗝️

[@joanneowen4540]

The history of those porcelian flowers was so bittersweet..that they survived all this time,and the lovely dove, is truly touching.Great finds today.loved coming home to this today!

[@forgottenfurbabies3315]

Such a pretty mother and daughter team. You are both so sweet. The perfect English lasses.

[@user-us8zf3ew5i]

WOW the Immortelles are interesting, beautiful, and sentimental. What a lovely find.

[@iamshotty]

I couldn't agree more - interesting, beautiful, and sentimental, that someone has gone to the trouble to have it made for someone they obviously loved very much ❤🇦🇺

[@SecretSquirrelFun]

Immortelles such as the little flowers you found, were usually painted in bright colours. They were used because they would last longer than real/organic floral wreaths and arrangements , and maintain a colourful presence at the grave of a loved one. They were very popular in the Victorian and the Edwardian eras. Think of them as the Victorian equivalent to plastic flowers but kind of fancier in cases. A brightly and realistically painted porcelain wreath must have been a very beautiful sight to see when strolling around a cemetery. Also very different from the “dome” style decoration. I could imagine that, just like most products, they would have come in different levels of quality and price. I’ve read about porcelain wreaths being discovered by people when they were restoring and cleaning vegetation away from old graves - some still had their colours due to being made of quality kiln fired porcelain and glazes. How amazing would that be to find? Looking online, some of these wreaths were (and still are) absolutely beautiful. Their survival, although found underneath overgrown vegetation, is such a testament to not only their quality, but the care and respect taken by the people attending to the grave back in the day. I’ve really enjoyed learning about these, and thank you for sharing your knowledge with me here, very much appreciated. I might have gone on believing that these were cake decorations and/or cake candle holders. 😳 Thanks again ❤ 🙂🐿🌈❤️

[@novampires223]

When I was a kid hunting agates in our creek, I called it dislocating your eyes so I could see a larger area and spot rocks that did not blend in.. 😊

[@tuahiwi39]

I do too. It's like you've got the go cross-eyed for a bit before your eyes can focus on actually finding. Your mind resets, relaxs and becomes more aware of everything in 'this' space. All of the 'stuff' that clutters it up with noise and flashing images disappears. And you take a deep breath...

[@snarkycard]

"She's just a little rough around the bonnet ... aren't we all?" lol! Gail you're such a hoot!

[@tuahiwi39]

I'm absolutely loving your new format, lovely ladies. The chatter and long shots made me feel like I was sitting there watching you. And I enjoy the jumping back and forth. Each story was interesting and then I got to join the lark again... Yay! Engaging, entertaining, interesting and fun. Thanks for the lark 😊

[@rockersfromaz3001]

I didn’t want the video to end! I could watch you ladies all day!! ❤️

[@redparrot9489]

Love your channel. Broke my heart that you couldn’t take that gorgeous big art nouveau tile. (Always take a bag. 💕💕💕) 💕🇨🇦

[@Bananacustardcostuming]

Oh I’m so jealous of the Immortelle, I collect Victorian funeral and mourning items and I would TREASURE something like that!

[@f.k.burnham8491]

That is a Minie' bullet often called a Mini ball. Dates back to the 1860's. Extensively used by the Union Forces in the American Civil War. That is called a 3 ringer, in collectors terms. They were more accurate than round ball. Fired from a rifled black powder musket, as opposed to a smooth bore musket. Likely 58 caliber. The piece with Kitchener on it could possibly be the sliding lid to a snuff box?

[@christineingram55]

The small lid could even have been a snuff box…Those flowers in the domes.I have actually seen a few,the ones I saw had been painted and looked like real flowers,they were very pretty,the trouble with them was if they got knocked or hit with a tiny stone that got through the metal cage,the glass would be compromised and it would get damp and misty inside,which spoilt them. You had some nice finds today !that water looked fast and cold though.Thanks for taking us along ,Love n Light 🥰

[@kennethboydsr3966]

I love watching you finding all these tiny treasures I always enjoyed lookin for arrow heads and found 2 tomahawks and broken pottery ❤😊

[@DianeBeeEss]

The Oddish chrome-like thing Alex found looks like a music holder. Like for someone in a marching band.

[@christopherbrubaker2070]

Very well done again. Nice hunt. A few thoughts for the Baka lite comb. I’m obviously a letter opener. More crafty could be tiny sea glass glued in the gaps of the comb, possibly lit by a candle behind, or a decorative holiday wall hanging. I thought the long bottle would make a fine funnel, or plant watering ( funnel) to water for a few days. The funnel bottle could be fashioned with a wire mesh basket inside to help filter and clean things. Just spit ballin’ You are my favorite to watch. Such great editing. I enjoy the scenery and music in between. Very enjoyable time for me. Thank you

[@louisecon1664]

Im so glad you both have bikes to go together. The bikes are beautiful. Good to see you out instead of working so hard. You deserve a break.

[@pigoff123]

They are not vulgar. They are beautiful.

[@jessamynsommers5007]

Well you must recreate a Immortelle now! What amazing things, never knew they existed.

[@user-mu4xn3vd3w]

It really showed how people loved their ancestors. What a way to honor and respect their loved ones. Really loved these find. Wonderful!

[@kathleenyoder5186]

I’ve never heard of immortals before but I really love them!

[@gypsea23]

Almost 100,000... can't wait to see the plaque in the window...🤗🤗🤗

[@NorthernMudlarks]

So exciting! 🙌

[@lindawoodhouse1584]

The odd item at 33.40 is a victorian skirt lifter . There are many designs and that one is one of the simplest.

[@elinkeykramme6511]

Thx great info 🎉

[@sjs260563]

my thoughts exactly :)

[@amandamatlock8218]

Oh my word, you are right!

[@cathyjay2569]

I thought the “teapot spout” was like a pie bird to let the steam escape. I wish I could watch one of your mudlarks every day!❤TN Nana

[@michelehood8837]

That’s just what I thought, too!

[@Dove96]

As soon as you said the shop was open I went straight there. Sadly only a few pieces of jewellery were left. Good for you! Love your crafting and your show.

[@pigoff123]

The bottomless wine bottle would look nice with a candle under it.

[@christinecampbell7404]

That beautiful little green bottle would look lovely on a sunny window sill

[@jeannienash5249]

❤Luv ya bunches @Alex and @Gail❤

[@suzanconklin8415]

I love the porcelain flowers from the old grave bouquet, a bit sad but so delicate.

[@julieisthatart]

An especially lovely show today. I sure enjoyed it.

[@kellyw.1779]

Hello Gail and Alex! Loved all the amazing finds. It's the thrill of the hunt and not knowing what treasures will be discovered that brings you back for more, how fun and exciting! Have a wonderful week ladies...Big ((Hugs)) and Love from Texas!🤗💙

[@pamelabettcher1659]

So many beautiful pieces of glass I see in the background that you don't pick up. I love the glass.

[@shellspear]

Love your adventures ❤

[@suewarnes9469]

Hi Ladies! Looking forward to seeing what treasures you are going to find! 🤗 I love the word ‘busty crutton’ it makes me smile.☺️had to edit and add ‘ burly swedes’! I can associate with that Gail..being rough around the bonnet!😂 Lovely interesting video. Thank you so much.👍☺️💐

[@evasvensson8521]

birdie swede here! wTCHING WITH INTEREST !!

[@NorthernMudlarks]

Haha! Yes! 🙌🫶🏻

[@donnabowen1636]

I love the children's book " The Wonky Donkey." I laughed and laughed trying to read it to them.

[@ceceliakeown5653]

Please who is the author? I love a good childrens book.( retired elementary teacher)

[@donnabowen1636]

@@ceceliakeown5653 gave the book away. You can Google it. Got the last copy's at Wal Mart.

[@Nicole-coliebrobro]

Alex needs to cast the top of that little pill box, that would make a really cool cabochon I think... I hope Gail goes back for that heavy tile, it was gorgeous!

[@MatterMeetsAntimatter]

That was an amazing larking video with so many great finds! I loved the gorgeous tile that Gail found (and apparently hid) as it was not in the roundup. Thank you both for all your hard work!! I hope you know how much you are appreciated!! Best wishes to you!! 💖💖

[@RunningGrass-we7tm]

Grape shot and mini ball WOW!

[@lindamazur4208]

nice finds ladies ,When Gail proclaimed the donkey as being Wonky I had to giggle 😆 . the children's story of the cranky stinky dinky lanky honkey tonkey winky wonky donkey

[@denisew3917]

Thanks for the adventure. Like the way when you find an unusual object you can do a research and report back, and then go back to site to find more. The history of the little flowers was the best.

[@trinawagner2471]

I think the immortelles Are beautiful

[@kimavery4024]

Burly Swedes is my new favorite 😂

[@elodiejones7727]

My hubs retires in a few years and he's promised me an Ancestral Tour. I'll have to come meet yall when we hit Scotland! My Dad was descendant of the Stuart's on his Dad's side and MacGregor on his Moms. I cannot wait!

[@amandabell8827]

I have never heard of 'Immortelles', that's absolutely fascinating! Lovely video Ladies 😁💖x

[@ninokatsitadze7787]

Those bird pottery will be great as brooches ❤

[@kathrynwallkowicz7223]

As always such a great outing, I found the music particularly beautiful today. You make me smile and loose myself into the event. Thank you again.❤

[@richardserridge2767]

Those little porcelain flowers are exquisite! You always find nice finds there!

[@VickieV1333]

I love this format!

[@sallywatton2580]

smashing finds . loved the dolly

[@sylviacortes3251]

Hola Gail y Alex ,muy emocionante salir en búsqueda de tesoros lo disfruto mucho ❤.Bendiciones para ustedes 👏👏👏👏😊🥰

[@janahertzberg6485]

Really interesting about the porcelain items!

[@Chr.U.Cas2216]

Dear lovely Morthern Nudlarking Ladies. Amongst all the spoonerism I love soooo much, one question popped up: Is finding armless dolls harmless? 😁 ;-) Rest begards, huck and lealth in cartipular.

[@user-de5et8px4n]

Love the hunt was a great day

[@cynthiaswearingen1037]

Beautiful finds, ladies! I quite enjoyed your adventures!❤

[@kimberlymolitor354]

I love how you still find beauty in the cracked, bashed, rusty, crusty, bits!!! The history of the imortelles was wonderful!!!🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@brendawilliams7836]

I love it when you find porcelain dolls. I wonder who owned them last and how they ended up in the mud.

[@northumberlandmudlarker]

That thing with the two little discs on the end is probably part of a victorian skirt lifter. ❤

[@carolwhittlesea7683]

How nice those porcelain flowers look have you thought they might belong to a grave in the cave.

[@RobinLee-kb3xj]

It's so nice seeing you ladies. I so appreciate all the great treasures you find. It's like I find them also.

[@MelissaMyers-wn6mi]

The metal object looks like a clapper from a bell. ❤

[@marzeezee]

125 cod marbles! Lits of great finds on this one!

[@YamIa3gypsy]

Yes! I will be so happy to watch your channel get 100K!!! 🌸V thank you for another fun mudlark…

[@nelliesmom217]

Love watching you from El Paso, Texas.

[@KarlGillcrist]

Great luck on the foreshore ladies those ceramic flowers would make a unique addition to a Christmas wreath and that pewter box cover would be a cool pendent thanks for bringing us along Karl from eastern Canada

[@margaretdominik7952]

I love what you doing, I wish I could be there ,good luck at finding your wish.🤗🤗🤗😉

[@lynhewlett1941]

Beautiful music I love classical ❤

[@user-vn6is7dx6v]

You could make a wind chimes with the Flores and dove from the funeral decorations

[@ceceliakeown5653]

Thats a nice idea. I d like to see a wreath most of all.

[@rhondamitchell5892]

Hello when my sister comes to visit we watch your videos I called her the other day she said I'm watching The Northern Mudlarkers she is hooked.

[@NorthernMudlarks]

Aww🥰🫶🏻

[@elinkeykramme6511]

That bakelite comb, would be great antlers 🦌

[@NorthernMudlarks]

Oh yes!

[@charlotte0069]

Interesting, informative and fun. I’ve now entered the realm of spoonerisms 🤣. Thank you for a lovely video ❤️

[@amandafloyd7237]

I think that's a bell like for a hotel.

[@yomama8873]

Love that memorial you found. Try and make one would be great 🤩🤩🤩💖💖

[@lovedaybebe5881]

That little donkey , 🫏 would make a good Christmas tree decoration . Lovely as ever , thank you both 🙏

[@ceceliakeown5653]

Oh it would..good idea! The precious little donkey that carried Mary and EMANUEL.

[@johnnabuzby6103]

Hello Gail and Alex. Gail, you probably already have found out what the name on the first glass stopple bopper you found is, but it says Holbrook and Co. Loved the video. My guess for how many Modd Carbles are in your jar for this year so far is: 67. I loved the "wonky donkey" head, he's so charmingly wonky and endearing. I hope you have since gone back to retrieve the pretty tile you were going to hide in the bushes. I think the Immortelles are a bit tacky, but more environmentally friendly than modern Styrofoam and plastic flower wreaths. Alex, I think you could take the large, round and gorgeous broken stopper and use it as a Christmas tree ornament, or make it into a hot air balloon light catcher to hang over the windowsill of wonders, or it could also be cleaned, sanitized and used to decorate cookies with its criss-cross pattern stamped into the dough. Lots of lovely finds today ladies. Greetings to you from me in eastern North Carolina. ❤😊❤

[@elizabethevans8210]

Another amazing video ladies, loved all your finds. The metal object you found is a Victorian skirt lifter, it probably hug on a chatelaine belt.

[@sarahbrewer8945]

I guess 54 glass marbles. The tile is lovely. I hope you find it again next time.

[@colleenfoster997]

The video quality is great

[@59tante]

Immortals...how interesting. Never heard of them before

[@tracybeil4625]

Fabulous!❤❤❤ ❤🇺🇸

[@FlippinLids]

I love watching your videos the most because I have a great time watching and listening and learning about the history we don't learn in school. Thank you for yet another enjoyable trip to the foreshore. 🎉

[@paulgrbich6078]

🎉 you could make suncatchers with those decanter toppers.

[@CollaborativeDog]

I loved the immortelles!I t would be so pretty to arrange the immortelles into a vertical assemblage with perhaps some bits of glass that you found and then put into a shadow box.

[@deniseview4253]

I always enjoy following you ladies as you find treasures. And when you craft the things you make are always beautiful.

[@deloradeabel8487]

Alex you remind of myself 30 yrs. Ago crawling under manzanita bushes in old dumps my hair being pulled,my arms being scratched,my fingers being cut,yet I still crawled for the one last treasure!❤

[@pinkapotamus9266]

A great haul!!

[@sheenawhyte7430]

Well done girls ❤

[@tomfisher2103]

Great finds ladies! Loved the musket ball, minnie ball bullet and all the assorted pieces from your journey. Thank you for taking us all along on the journey.😊

[@TreasureHuntingNana]

The giant glass stopper would make a cool hot air balloon.

[@karenabendshien846]

So much fun, what a good lark! Do you ever go back and see things on the video that you missed? I sometimes see things when you ask if we can spot the find and you go for something else. Thanks again ladies!

[@RoxanneTaylor-yb3fs]

I would love to do what you two do fun fun fun ❤❤❤❤

[@primitivetennesseechicks8740]

The large stopper....use as paper weight....don't leave it!

[@nicolepantaleon1787]

Over 30 years ago I lived in 12:47 Belchertown, MA USA. I found rolled balls there and they were found in the woods. We didn't know what they were. They didn't seem like marbles because of the rough outside. We called them Unicorn Balls. I still have around 8 U.B.s. Now I found from you that they are called Cog balls. The magic of computers have finally brought forth that they are not from Unicorns! 12:47

[@charlenegoddard7390]

How interesting…… my thoughts exactly thought they were cake toppers as well😳!

[@carolekinsey7835]

Some very interesting finds ladies. Plus always some history that always keeps my interest. The little white flowers, clasping hands and dove for example. I've never seen these type of grave goods before. I doubt they would last in todays climate. They would surely go missing, sadly. How sad that someones grave had these things removed and ended up in the waste. I'm glad you ladies have found many of them and will i hope, make something beautiful with them. That box lid thing was so detailed. I hope someone knows who it represents and what it was. I think your probably right with your guess though Alex. I also loved the pretty pottery pieces you found Gail. The birds were beautiful. What lovely things they must have been when whole. Thanks for taking us along. Very enjoyable. 😊xx

[@delilahjustdelilah603]

Well another great adventure with you two, thanks for letting us tag along!

[@gigiwilson9124]

Revelling and Retrieving by the Riverside and finding a couple of bird's (feather type) not you fine ladies great video thanks

[@deniseulmer642]

The little man on the white lid looks like it was off of a snuff box. I love the little porcelain flowers . They are prettier than fake plastic flowers they have now. I hope they come back in fashion. I would like to leave a bouquet of them at my Mom's tombstone .

[@MrJonashjensen]

the hat on the decorated bustfigur reminds me of an navy admiral hat

[@pauldurkee4764]

As soon as I saw the lead bullet, minie ball came to mind. The concave part of the bullet was expanded by the pressure in the barrel to give it a tight seal, and allow the rifled barrel to impart spin.