Monday, 11 July 2011

old willow

there are some people you instantly have a connection with. angela from victory collectables in charing cross was someone i connected with on my visits to her character filled antique & collectables shop. a lovely soul with amazing intuition and kindness.
this is where i found these mismatched old willow plates and oriental teapot, which makes a good vase, for a bargain price. i already had the cups and saucers so the plates are a good addition to the collection. 
for this table setting  we carried the bench seat from the deck inside so i could fill it with the blue and white cushions from our sofa.  









angela also offers tarot card reading. 
 drop in and say hi if you're in the area.  

victory collectables
31 albion st cnr bronte rd
charing cross

cheryl
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  1. Ava11 July 2011 at 07:14

    I much prefer your mis~matched willow to a boring and plain complete set.... Love the whole look of your setting ... I've never had my tarot done, must put that on my list xx Ava

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  2. Anonymous11 July 2011 at 08:59

    Wow, that's an awesome willow collection...you're so lucky to have found so many pieces! That little bunch of daisies in the teapot is a sweet touch too.
    Cas x

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  3. Norma Bennett11 July 2011 at 09:20

    I love the willow pattern too. When I was a child we had just a couple of pieces and one of my fond memories of my mother is her telling me the story of what the picture meant.

    Thanks for the heads-up on the store :)

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  4. Julie@beingRUBY11 July 2011 at 10:18

    HI Cheryl
    I love all your willow pieces and it's great when you find a place and person you just connect with!!!.. I had that same feeling at an antique store in Noosa..

    Love your shots today too.. brilliant!! ciao xxx Julie

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  5. Desire Empire11 July 2011 at 11:22

    Blue and white willow is completely gorgeous. I love your vase too. Have a lovely week

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  6. Valeree11 July 2011 at 13:53

    Oh, so pretty! Love the blue and white. Thanks for sharing.

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  7. Suz11 July 2011 at 15:28

    I'm in love with the photo of your cup and saucer. Love the pattern and the colors.

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  8. Tammy@T's Daily Treasures11 July 2011 at 15:57

    Gorgeous! I love, love, love blue and white! Have a great new week. Tammy

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  9. Leah - The Inside Story11 July 2011 at 17:25

    My Mum had all the blue willow set when I was a kid, it brings back memories. Your photos are gorgeous. Leahx

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  10. Ivy and Elephants11 July 2011 at 20:43

    I just love your pictures. Those old willows remind me of my great grandmother. Some how food just taste so much better on those plates. I have an obsession with blue and whites. Come on by and check out our blue and whites.

    Paula, your newest follower :-)
    ivyandelephants.blogspot.com

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  11. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)12 July 2011 at 00:00

    Lovely. The blue willow is gorgeous. I love how you displayed them. hugs ~lynne~

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  12. Deana12 July 2011 at 14:02

    Really pretty! I have a lot of blue pottery in my kitchen, but have never found the perfect set of blue dishes to compliment them. I am now thinking I could do mismatch like yours. Thanks for sharing.

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  13. Madison13 July 2011 at 01:01

    T'is beautiful. I do love blue and white china. In truth any china, but blue and white does appeal to me.

    Madison xxx

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  14. Yvonne @ StoneGable13 July 2011 at 10:14

    Simply beautiful! I am so drawn to blue and white. LOVE the teacup!
    I am using blue and white willow as accent pieces in my new neutral kitchen. It makes a big statement. I have my eye on a few of those gorgeous pieces!
    So nice to stop by!
    Yvonne

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  15. Kirsty Girl13 July 2011 at 10:23

    Loving that coy fish pot! I have a thing for blue china too! Gorgeous!

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  16. Honey at 280513 July 2011 at 11:00

    You blue and white is gorgeous and the vignette and pictures look so fresh and cool!

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  17. janet13 July 2011 at 11:58

    so beautiful, the willow looks so fab with the lovely throw pillows as well
    hugs
    janet

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  18. very merry vintage style13 July 2011 at 12:10

    what a great collection. Love the picture of the teacup from above. Thanks for linking up to Share the Love Wednesday--!
    Mary

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  19. Unknown13 July 2011 at 12:13

    Lovey setting.

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  20. Janie13 July 2011 at 12:50

    Gorgeous! I love blue and white.

    Janie
    Romantic Domestic

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  21. Angela13 July 2011 at 13:01

    I love love love blue willow. I have my aunts collection of service for more than 20, most of which came over during the war from England. I've posted about it on my "Thanksgiving" post if you're interested. I really like the cup and saucer you have. I've been collecting for several years and have never seen one like that. Very charming.

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  22. Unknown13 July 2011 at 18:19

    You can never have too much blue and white china.
    Kylie

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  23. Mariel@ www.sexymodeststyle.com13 July 2011 at 18:42

    I love the colors together! nice!

    come link it to my woot woot wednesday party!
    www.tootsiewootsieboutique.blogspot.com

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  24. laxsupermom14 July 2011 at 01:45

    So pretty! I love blue & white china, and love using mismatched sets for table settings! Thanks for sharing.

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  25. SImple and Serene Living14 July 2011 at 07:21

    These are really lovely pieces. So happy to be your newest follower from White Wednesday.
    Laura
    http://www.imsovintage.blogspot.com/

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  26. Pamela14 July 2011 at 12:06

    So pretty. Love the blue and white!

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  27. Cheryl14 July 2011 at 23:42

    I just love the blue willow. I have some pieces from my grandmother.. they just make me smile. Your photos are beautiful~ as is your blog!

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  28. Natasha in Oz15 July 2011 at 21:26

    There is nothing quite like the combination of blue and white. I think I need to go and find some more willow and spode china after seeing this post!

    Best wishes and happy weekend,
    Natasha @ 5 Minutes Just for Me

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  29. Barb 16 July 2011 at 02:51

    Your blue and white is so lovely. I never, ever tire of it.

    Just gorgeous!

    Barb ♥

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  30. Babs16 July 2011 at 08:59

    Blue Willow is one of my all time favorite china patterns. Love the variety of pieces you have.
    Babs

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  31. Entertaining Women17 July 2011 at 07:41

    I'm totally a blue and white girl...so naturally, I love your tablescape. Really like the extra touch of the cream soup spoons bound together. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay

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  32. Kathy17 July 2011 at 12:28

    This looks terrific - love the plates and the arrangement! It is wonderful to find friends and to be able to connect with those who share your passions!
    Kathy

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  33. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage17 July 2011 at 13:39

    What a beautiful table~love your blue and white! It's wonderful all together~ thanks for sharing at FNF :)

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  34. Debra@CommonGround18 July 2011 at 14:37

    What a beautiful collection of Old Willow! and wow, I'm in love with your wonderful ticking stripe pillows. Thanks so much for linking up with VIF,
    xo Debra

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  35. The Charm of Home19 July 2011 at 14:46

    Love old Willow! Or any blue & white! Thanks for linking it up!
    Sherry

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