Monday, January 24, 2011

Shopping the Cottage ~ Blue and White


As many of you know, I have started a few big re~decorating
projects at the cottage.
I am painting
Installing some new architectural elements
Searching for new fabrics and more.
It all gets a bit pricey ~ so I shop the cottage.
Since I love blue and white, I'm pulling out tea pots,
tea cups, lamps and more to re~arrange
and have some fun creating new vignettes.



Blue and white always looks so clean and fresh!



I am using what I have to be as nifty and thrifty as possible.
After I finish the latest "honey do list", I think I'll relax
with a cup of tea and...




Pay a visit to these fun Tuesday Parties:
Tea Cup Tuesday
and

What's that Bentley? Writing your autobiography was exhausting
and you need a tummy rub??
For you Bentley ~anything!!

Love,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo

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26 comments:

  1. UnknownJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    love the blue and white- so classic and elegant!
    love the bio Bentley...

    Karen

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  2. Olga PoltavaJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    You have some very beautiful blue and white pieces.

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  3. acorn hollowJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    lovely and we all forget just what we have so great to shop our own homes
    Cathy

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  4. Verde FarmJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    I love blue and white too. It’s so fresh and pretty. I love the white teapot with touches of blue--so cute :)

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  5. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Oh I love your beautiful blue and white pieces together. They are gorgeous and make a lovely vignette. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  6. StickhorsecowgirlsJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Blue and white is always a charming combination and never tired, whether in china or my favorite toile. Love your photos!

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  7. bjJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Love your blue and whites...and Bentley.

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  8. UnknownJanuary 24, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Just love your blues!

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Your blue and white vignette is so pretty, Susan. I think I'll get some of my blue and white together for a table.

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  10. SarahJanuary 24, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Susan, no doubt the new decor is going to look fabulous. Blue and white always looks fresh and inviting. ~ Sarah
    PS
    FYI your sweet Bentley doesn't like baths. You might want to go easy on him. ;-)

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  11. fitty's pinky rose cottageJanuary 24, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Blue & white dishes always looks pretty and classic! yours included! thanks for sharing! have a great day!

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  12. Savannah GrannyJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    I love your beautiful blue and white. That is my favorite color combination. Your pieces are so lovely.
    I hope Bentley enjoys that belly rub. Hugs, Ginger

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  13. MichelleJanuary 25, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    Ahhhhh....blue and white...such a classic combination. I love it. :)

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  14. Blondie's JournalJanuary 25, 2011 at 3:28 AM

    Beautiful pieces. You can't go wrong with blue and white, it's so classic!

    XO,
    Jane

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  15. MarthaJanuary 25, 2011 at 4:03 AM

    Love your blue and white but then I LOVE anything blue and white! You have some great pieces!

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  16. Vintage GalJanuary 25, 2011 at 4:05 AM

    Love the blue and white and I can hardley wait to see the finished product ~ please show us ;-)

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  17. Martha's FavoritesJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Hi: I just love your blue and white. I am a big fan of those colors. I especially love that tea pot. Have a great week. Blessings, Martha

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  18. TerriJanuary 25, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Susan, all your blue and whites are beautiful! I love the bowl with the saying in it.
    Your blue and white tea cups are so lovely too!
    Thank you so much for sharing all your pretty treasures with us today.
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  19. Pellie / PennyJanuary 25, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Blue and white is so crisp and clean looking - how can any one not love that classic look.
    As for shopping the house - It's the only way to go.

    Happy Teacup Tuesday.

    Hugs,
    Penny

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  20. SnapJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    I agree with you .. blue and white has a fresh clean look. Enjoyed seeing your blue and white. Happy Tea!

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  21. Wanda LeeJanuary 26, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Hello there Susan,

    I'm delighted that you joined us once again with the fun for TTTT as well as for the 67th, 'Tuesday Tea For Two'; our little corner of, 'Tuesday Tea Time In Blogland!..,

    What a fabulous idea, shopping in the cotttage/house!.., (I have often referred to doing just that my self); it sure does save money, not to mention your blue and white pieces are fresh and so lovely!.., Beautiful! ~ Thanks so much for sharing these 'found' gems with all of us!..,


    Have a wonderful week!

    Cheers and hugs from Wanda Lee
    http://theplumedpen.blogspot.com


    P. S. ~ Sorry I was so late this week in posting due to technical difficulties, (especially with my, 'The Plumed Pen' blog).

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  22. paperbutterflyJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    Blue and white are a favorite combination of mine!
    Love the idea of shopping the cottage. I often forget what I have until I going searching....
    I hope you will share your decorating adventures with us. Thank you for sharing with us @TTTT. As always it was a pleasure. Look forward to seeing you soon.
    Have a blessed week.
    Pam

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  23. parTea ladyJanuary 27, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    All your blue and white china is lovely. That teapot is so pretty. I love the Blue Willow soup tureen and teacups.

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  24. Blue Ridge Altered ArtJanuary 31, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    I love all of your blue and white. That is my favorite of all color combinations. I really love your teapot and the blue willow. I have blue willow grille plates and they are my favorite of all my plates. ~~Sherry~~

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  25. Lady KatherineJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    As I love blue and white! You vignette of Tea are so lovely! Love the teapot! Thank you for joining me for Tea Time!

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  26. CarrieOctober 5, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    I especially admire the pitcher in the last photo!

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