A Few of My Favorite Things....

As I get older wiser and find new hobbies, I have a new appreciation for different vintage things. I've always been a collector of sort, but my interests have diversified. Since joining the blogging world my horizons have drastically widened, I've been dramatically inspired by so many talented and creative people. One such person is Susan from Between Naps on the Porch. She was the first blog I discovered...I've been hooked ever since. She and her followers are so inspirational, how can you not want to play along?!

All this to say that I visited my mother and sister the other day and we had a chance to rummage through vintage linens. I found several that we immediately thought...hm... "tablescape". So, today I'm sharing a "green" table, all inspired from one such item from my grandmother's collection.

It was such a bright day, the sun was shining, the sky was perfectly clear...it was just lovely!

As I was gathering items for this table, I decided that I just wanted to pull in a few of my favorite things...

...vintage seashells, doorknobs, books, ceramics, and timepieces.

All with very special memories.

Sterling from my parents...

...which I just love.

The little compass belonged to my grandfather.

{I think it's always good to know in which direction you are going.}

Just a sampling of a few of my favorite things...

they just make me happy.

flatware - Prelude - International Silver

dishes - Opal Innocence Carved - Lenox

stemare - Dollar Store

napkins - Marshalls

candle holders/vase - Goodwill

bobeches - Victorian Trading Co. {online}

vintage items from family - seashells, trinkets, pitcher, pocketwatches, doorknobs, and tablecloth

As always, thanks to Susan for hosting Tablescape Thursday. It's always a treat to participate and visit other particapants. Be sure to stop by for amazing tables.

Thank you so much for stopping  by to visit!

And a treat for you all...

{I couldn't resist adding this clip...also a favorite!}

Enjoy your day!

I have just been invited to a new party: My Favorite Things by Laurie at Bargain Hunting. Be sure to drop by to visit!

Almost that time of the year!

It's almost the time of the year to see these beauties again. I can hardly wait!

I've reposted a few of my favorite shots.

Enjoy!

The weather is finally a bit warmer, the sun is shining and

as I walk around my yard, I do see a few surprises:

...new little shoots...

This guy is going to get really tall...

he's an amaryllis.

 Many years ago, I brought 7 or so bulbs from my grandmother's garden. Since then, they have multiplied into quite a few. They seem to like their spot, each year they bloom around Easter.

Then to my surprise, my camilla had a bloom!

I thought all the buds had frozen...

...you see they all looked like this:

...kinda burnt...

...but as I looked closer, this one looked promising.

As for now, I'm still enjoying my one bloom.

I'm linking with Susan at A Southern Daydreamer for her Outdoor Wednesday. Be sure to stop by for great shots!

Thanks for visiting!

Enjoy your day!

Do You Have a Set of These?

I've seen this pattern all over the place... from Ross to Dillards...it's apparently timeless...

Desert Rose

I grew up with this set.

My mother had a set.

My maternal grandmother had a set.

My paternal grandmother had a set.

And now I proudly have inherited a set!

My set is a little "chippy", but I'm alright with that...I think it gives my dishes character.

They've been loved.

I really like the handles on the pieces...too cute.

I've added some little friends since it's almost spring.

My set is for four, but with the extra pieces, it's really quite a lot!

I'm joining Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for her Tablescape Thursday. Be sure to stop by her party for loads of inspiration!

Thanks for visiting!

Enjoy your day!

They're Multiplying!

I was treasure hunting, not really looking for anything in particular when I spotted these little cuties!

I just couldn't resist. They look so happy. I like the one on the right with his little foot propped up.

Then I spotted these little ones...they remind me of snowbabies...you can almost see their noses twitch!

I also found this plate...it's a such a pretty shade of green and makes a great stage for these bunnies.

The plate with violets is the third addition to a new collection...I'll post that soon.

I loved the color of the blue candleholders...not sure how I'll use them but I'm thinking that they will surely cast a friendly glow.

And I just can't resist silver trays!

{It was a fun day!}

I'm linking with Diane at A Picture is Worth a 1,000 Words and her 2nd Time Around Tuesday. Be sure to stop by for a visit.

Thanks so much for visiting!

Enjoy your day!

Happy March!

Well, happy March to you all!

I've put a table together, with green as the common thread.

Let's begin with this little guy.

I found him at Goodwill.

He's sharing this table with another little friend...

...he's a Lladro from my great aunt's colletion. Looks like he's enjoying his meal too!

The plate he's resting on is from my mother. She received it from a wedding shower in 1954. I believe the pattern is "Button".

The rest of the table is below.

The centerpiece is a box filled with little treasures from my mother. The green depression glass is also from her. The candlesticks are from Goodwill and the little cross is from the Crystal Cathedral in California.

The place setting is Opal Innocence Carved ~ Lenox.

The flatware is Michelangelo ~ Onieda.

The little fruit bowls are from my great aunt's collection. They are from France, Haviland & Co Limoges. They are just the perfect size!

This bowl is also from my great aunt, it's Bavarian China.

The stemware is also Lenox.

Best wishes for a wonderful March!

I'm linking with Susan's Between Naps on the Porch Tablescape Thursday!

Thanks for visiting and enjoy your day!

Daisies...

I'm soooooo ready for warmer weather, I'm ready for spring.

Flowers....LOVE THEM! especially at this time of year.
These daisies make me smile and bring warmth to a cold winter's day.

"Aren't daisies the happiest flowers?"

I loved this line from You've Got Mail.

Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks have such great chemistry...they are too cute in this movie.