Friday, April 19, 2013

Things I Collect



When I go to antique, thrift or consignment shops there are some things
that always catch my eye.  Those of you who follow me know that I am a
total dishaholic.  So when I saw this Limoges bullion cup all alone and missing
it's saucer, I fell in love with this little orphan.




So sweet and delicate.  I will probably set it on my desk.





I love vintage wooden spools.  I never use the thread on them.
I just save them like works of art.  





Vintage linens are a huge passion of mine.  Table cloths, napkins,
quest towels are always following me home.


Happily Joining ~

A Favorite Thing
Pink Saturday

Bentley and I will be very busy fluffing the cottage this
morning getting ready for a fun weekend.

Big Hugs,
Susan and Bentley

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28 comments:

  1. Keetha BroylesApril 19, 2013 at 4:58 AM

    pretty pretty pretty

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  2. LA MuranoApril 19, 2013 at 5:32 AM

    What a beautiful, delicate little cup! I wish I still had time to flea market and thrift store shop....they have all the best stuff!
    You take lovely pictures.

    ~L

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  3. hidden art of homemakingApril 19, 2013 at 6:05 AM

    G.O.R.G.E.O.U.S !!!!!!!

    Love, Mona

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  4. SarahApril 19, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    Sweet finds that make a charming vignette. Your little Limoges cup is beautiful!

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  5. Linda @ A La CarteApril 19, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    The Limoges cup is gorgeous! I think saving little lost items like this are a calling!
    hugs,
    Linda

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  6. Gina @ VictorianWannaBeApril 19, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    Hi Susan,
    Pretty photos, so elegant looking. I like your cup, I would have never known what they were though so thanks for teaching me something new today. Have a great week!
    Gina

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  7. Maria CApril 19, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    Oh, my gosh! I am seriously in love with that Limoges! And the linen! I don't collect wooden spools, but from now on I'm going to be so aware of them! I'm going back to admire the Limoges . . .

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  8. CynthiaApril 19, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Great finds, I love that Limoges cup. Stunning!! Have a great weekend.

    Cynthia

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  9. Country Gal April 19, 2013 at 10:39 AM

    All such lovely finds . Thanks for sharing them with us ! Have a good day !

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  10. My name is RietApril 19, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    Beautiful pinks. The Limoges is so pretty and I love the pink threads, delicate color.Happy pink saturday

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  11. SuzanApril 19, 2013 at 12:40 PM

    lovely double handle sipping cup and the pink napkin and wooden spools.

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  12. SImple and Serene LivingApril 19, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    I love collections. There is just something so satisfying about looking at them. Sounds like a fun weekend ahead. xo Laura

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  13. LVApril 19, 2013 at 1:43 PM

    I have always had a love for dishes, even if I did not need or buy them. I have so very much of vintage linen and several old spool of thread. Also, have a perfect set of the Flower of the Month cups and saucers.

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  14. DewenaApril 19, 2013 at 1:52 PM

    Yes, I too am a dishaholic, daughter of one, sister to 3 more! I love your little bouillon cup. It just goes to show that supersize portions are something new. I can just see these dainty cups used at a ladies' luncheon. And old textiles...love them, buy them, treat them every so carefully. Treasures!

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  15. NanaDianaApril 19, 2013 at 2:24 PM

    Susan- You have collected some VERY beautiful things! I love dishes, too, and have to put a hold on myself so that I don't keep buying. Love the sweet bouillon cup! xo Diana

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  16. Diane | An Extraordinary DayApril 19, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    Oh how very pretty. Delicate in design and substance. What a treasure to enjoy on your desk. I understand the 'disease.' It could be a lot worse. Yes? Hope you and Bentley have a wonderful time and an Extraordinary weekend.

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  17. gardenbugApril 19, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    I noticed the wooden spools immediately! I used to make them into children's knitting spools. I asked my father to hammer 4 nails into them to get me started on creating "the world's longest knit cord" with leftover balls of yarn.

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  18. RobinfromCAApril 19, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    Vintage linens, beautiful Limoges and wooden spools...we do have a lot in common. All of your finds are just beautiful!
    Have a lovely weekend,
    Robin

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  19. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com April 20, 2013 at 5:52 AM

    lovely, delicate, feminine....so pretty

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  20. Jemma@athomewithjemmaApril 20, 2013 at 6:42 AM

    Just beautiful!
    Jemma

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  21. Vintage GalApril 20, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    We collect the same things Susan, right down to the little wooden spools of thread. I don't use mine either. The little limoges cup was a wonderful find. I would have snapped that up ~ have a wonderful weekend my friend (((Hugs)))

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  22. BabajezaApril 20, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    I would be very happy if I had such a delicate cup in my humble collection. It's beauty. Happy weekend. Regula

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  23. Life at Still WoodsApril 20, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    I am so glad that you adopted the orphan cup. Something that pretty should have a home. I also like old spools of thread. When I picked up a lovely old sewing machine cabinet at a yard sale one year, I found several spools of small thread in the drawers. Your pictures are lovely as always.
    Have a terrific weekend and blessings from Still Woods Farmhouse

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  24. BalishaApril 20, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    The little cup has found a good home...I used to paint on spools. I used them for many craft projects. What a shame that they don't make the wooden ones anymore...Balisha

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  25. ClaudiaApril 20, 2013 at 4:00 PM

    We like the same things - that bullion cup would have been impossible for me to ignore.

    Thanks so much for joining in this week.

    xo
    Claudia

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  26. Shane PollardApril 22, 2013 at 12:55 AM

    Oh Susan
    Wonderful Limoges cup - I can't imagine anyone could part with it!
    I'm so glad it's found a safe haven with you and will be appreciated.
    The old spools of pink cotton and sweet pink hand towel are lovely.
    Shane ♥

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  27. MicupofteaApril 22, 2013 at 3:34 AM

    Lovely & feminine~ perfect inspiration as you sit at your desk :)
    shawn

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  28. Patty April 22, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    I can see why they follow you home. They are so pretty and definitely fun to look at.

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