I had a hope chest items that as I remember I stored in the built in "blanket box" in the closet.
I had doily's crocheted by my grandmother. Condiment squit bottles shaped like a tomatoe, and other fruits, pot holders crocheted by GM, 2 sets of sheets, 2 towels, cup towels, (place setting of 4) of dishes, flatware and glasses. Oh yes I forgot the bowls and cups that you got out of oatmeal boxes. When my sister decided to also use the "blanket box' I raised a stink and she went to my Mother who informed us both that the Blanket Box was for her blankets and we would find some place else for our stash! I think I took mine to the barn and I really don't remember what happened to my wonderful stash from there. Funny the memories of my sister this brought back.
Wini - House of BCC in Houston