Monday, August 26, 2013

Niche Metamorphosis


Yesterday we played around with the two niches in the
dining room.  It is an ideal space to show off some of Mom's
extensive blue and white collection.




It did not take long to come up with a design we both liked.



It is really fun to showcase favorite pieces.




Little treasures collected over the years.




And yes ... we are STILL unpacking.  The packers had their own idea of
how to label boxes.  A box may be labeled "dining room" but there are
maybe only two or three items from the dining room and then the rest of
the box is filled with stuff from other rooms.  Each box is a complete
surprise!



Still searching for lamp shades and missing parts.  Have not found
much that belongs to my kitchen hutch but I am hopeful that this
afternoon I might make some progress in that direction.  Keeping my
fingers crossed!

Happily Joining ~


Bentley was able to visit with his neighbor Toby the
Jack Russell terrier this morning before it started to rain
so hard that they both had to come inside to stay dry.  So
happy the Bentley has a new friend.

Big Texas Hugs,
Susan and Bentley



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17 comments:

  1. SmilingSallyAugust 26, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    I love blue and white and have a collection myself. I love the displays of it with the dark background.

    I look forward to reading what you have to say about my post.
    Happy Blue Monday, Susan.

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  2. NanaDianaAugust 26, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    The niches look great filled with the blue and white! It really pops against the dark red background. Glad Bentley has a new friend- xo Diana

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  3. DianeAugust 26, 2013 at 1:30 PM

    How wonderful to have such delightful architectural details - those corner niches are fabulous. Love the interiors painted red - that looks so good with the blue and white! Of course, we all love blue and white. It was a great choice!

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  4. aspiritofsimplicityAugust 26, 2013 at 2:10 PM

    It looks very pretty against the red backround. I like blue chinaware.

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  5. SarahAugust 26, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    Susan,
    It's always fun to see other's blue and white collections. Very special!

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  6. joyh82August 26, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    Very Pretty! Love your blue and white collection.

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  7. UnknownAugust 26, 2013 at 5:49 PM

    Very pretty! Love the niches!

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  8. SImple and Serene LivingAugust 26, 2013 at 6:42 PM

    Looks like you and your mom are having some fun. So happy that Bentley has a new friend. So important in a new home. xo Laura

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  9. thepaintedapron.comAugust 26, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    I love your great spirit in the process of moving, lots of hard work and frustration I'm sure!
    Jenna

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  10. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryAugust 26, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    The blue and white dishes are so pretty in your niches. I think the only way you ever find what's in boxes is if you packed them yourself.
    So glad that Bentley has made a new friend. How is he liking his new home?
    Mary

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  11. wendyAugust 26, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    Looks really nice

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  12. sweet violetsAugust 26, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    Those corner cabinets are perfect for the blue and white collection....looks lovely!!!

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  13. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 27, 2013 at 6:00 AM

    Oh this is such a lovely corner cabinet and the blue and white is so beautiful. Thanks for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  14. AnonymousAugust 27, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    Hi Susan! Oh, I love these little built ins and how beautiful the blue and white pieces look in them. I'm loving following along with your putting your new house together! :) Glad Bentley has a little friend too. We had wonderful wonderful rain Sunday and Monday! It was so needed.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia :)

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  15. chai-and-chardonnay.blogspot.comAugust 27, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Wonderful china,I love the intensity of the blue! You really seem to be very busy in improving your house...it looks great! Thank you very much for visiting and your kind words!

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  16. This N ThatAugust 27, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    Happy for Bentley..Mollie misses her old gang of about 20 dogs..Only sees 2-3 here once in awhile..Love the blue and white..Clean look..

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  17. The TablescaperAugust 30, 2013 at 6:23 AM

    Your corner cabinets look spectacular! I love blue and white so I am having a blast seeing you unpack all of your blue and white.

    - The Tablescaper

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