Monday, May 16, 2011

Feeling Blue?

Hello everyone,
  Is all this wet chilly weather making you feel blue? Well, let's settle in for a nice cup of tea using an assortment of my blue china.
 The cups and saucers are Spode and I bought them last year at an antique barn in Maine.They were on sale for a great price so I happily took them home with me. 








This teapot and creamer are made in Japan and I bought them at the 70 mile yard sale a few years ago.

I hope you enjoyed feeling blue! Now, why not sit for awhile and enjoy some inspiration from the Victoria magazine while you have another cup of tea. This May issue features lilacs and I am so looking forward to mine blooming.
Thankfully,there is some sunshine and warmer temps in the forecast for later in the week,which sounds just peachy to me! Oh! wait I think that is tomorrow's theme!

Thank you for stopping in for tea and I am joining Tea Time Tuesday once again at Rose Chintz Cottage.

I am also joining Kathy at A Delightsome Life for her weekly Victoria party.

Take care,
Carolyn
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31 comments:

  1. Lounging with a LatteMay 16, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    You find some amazing things at thrift shops. I love all the blue it's very pretty.

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  2. Crystal Rose CottageMay 16, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Simply gorgeous! Hugs,Patti

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  3. Victorian1885May 16, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    What Beautiful china... we sure enjoyed your 70 mile sale when we were on the Island a few years ago! I found some great treasures..enjoy the warmer weather!

    Wanda

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  4. Linda May 16, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    We are back to cool weather and rains as well. Love the blue china.
    thanks for sharing.

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  5. FABBY'S LIVINGMay 16, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Love your blue stuff, specially the tea cup with cup...so nice to have a couple of cups of tea! Simply beautiful!
    Hugs
    FABBY

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  6. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 16, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Carolyn, your blues I can take any time. I love that little tea-for-one set; so cute! I am looking forward to lilacs too. They're one of my favourite flowers; white or purple, doesn't matter. Isn't it a shame that the most fragrant blooms don't seem to last that long? Thanks for sharing your tea with us. I'm sure looking forward to that nicer weather they're calling for!

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  7. BethMay 16, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Carolyn, Your pictures are just stunning! Your china is fabulous and so is your blog!
    Blessings, Beth

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  8. Pamela GordonMay 16, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Oh, I love those blue and white dishes! So pretty. I am so looking forward to the sunny warmer days coming soon too! Enjoy! Pam

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  9. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMay 16, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    So pretty! That Spode pattern is just luscious. Who could be blue?

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  10. SusanMay 16, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Oh, pretty, pretty, pretty, Carolyn. Love all the blues. They all go together so nicely, too.

    Thanks so much for your visit and comment to my blog, too. Always love having you stop by. Susan

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  11. Judith @ Lavender CottageMay 16, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Hi Carolyn
    I like all your blues for tea today.
    The serviceberry on my post is 'Autumn Brilliance' and lives up to its name in fall.
    Judith

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  12. MillieMay 16, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    Wonderful blues! You found some delightful things at the antique store.

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  13. podsoMay 16, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    Your blue spode, etc, is lucious. I could look at it all day! And your new statue is beautiful--your kids know you well of course! Thanks for enriching my day!

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  14. KelseyMay 17, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    Oh my those biscuits look wonderful! I love blue china - it is my grandmother's favorite!

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  15. Bella's Rose CottageMay 17, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    Hello Carolyn,
    You make feeling blue look so good!
    I would be in heaven at the 70 mile garage sale!!
    Wishing you a sunny day or two:-)
    Hugs,
    Bella

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  16. AnonymousMay 17, 2011 at 3:11 AM

    Just perfect Carolyn. The Spode is gorgeous.

    Have a nice day.

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  17. Anna at the Doll HouseMay 17, 2011 at 3:22 AM

    Hello Carolyn

    Blue is one of my favorite colours, so, this table setting is one of the prettiest I've seen. Blue is the common theme which ties together all the different styles and patterns. It's just beautiful

    Anna

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  18. Johanna GehrleinMay 17, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Hello Carolyn,
    this kind of "Blues" I could get everyday. :-) The photos are gorgeous.
    Thank you for having me for tea.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  19. UnknownMay 17, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Gorgeous china!!!

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  20. BeverlyMay 17, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Carolyn, you make feeling blue a good and beautiful thing.

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  21. Ingrid AndreaMay 17, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Hello, my name is Ingrid Andra from Norway. I found this beatfiful blog by a coincidence. Fabulous blue china, I just love it!I have selected to follow your blog, hope it's OK.

    Ingrid Andrea

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  22. SantaBarbaraTalk.blogspot.comMay 17, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    Absolutely love your blue ware! I have a wonderful colleciton myself, but no cups...now I'll be looking for them!

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  23. MagdaMay 18, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    what a beautiful blue cups :) Simply gorgeous !!!

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  24. AnonymousMay 18, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    I'm a blue and white woman..love every bit of your tablescape.I'd gladly join you for tea.

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  25. Rita MMay 18, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Just beautiful Carolyn, I love your china :)

    Have a nice warm day
    Rita

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  26. Mari @ Once Upon a PlateMay 18, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    So lovely!~ your photos are gorgeous, Carolyn!

    It's been drizzling here today and the images are just the thing to evoke warm and cozy thoughts.

    Beautiful collection of Blue and White (my favorite!) Thank you for inviting us in, it's always a treat to come visit you here. xo ~mari

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  27. poppilinnstudiosMay 18, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    Ah, what a soothing post. The china is lovely-just love the blue and white. And a cup of tea sounds good right about now! Think I'll take a break and have a cup! I'm pretty new to blogging and find your site just beautiful.
    -Lynn

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  28. Tablescapes By DianeMay 18, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Hi lovely lady. I love going to the thrift shops also. Your blue china is so Beautiful. I also miss your lovely comments on my Blog.I hope you have a Great Week sweet lady.
    XXOO
    Diane

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  29. KathyMay 18, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Hello Carolyn, these are quite beautiful finds. Love how you've combined them with the lovely tablecloth and cream colored dishes. I know you'll treasure them for a long time to come. Thank you for sharing this with A Return to Loveliness,
    Kathy

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  30. Angie@Echoes of LaughterMay 20, 2011 at 1:21 AM

    You have a beautiful collection of blue & white china! I am wild about blue & white china too. I have a set of Spode that came from my Grandmother and I adore it! Angie xo

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  31. Gabby HendricksFebruary 25, 2012 at 8:02 PM

    What is the pattern called for the cups in the third and fourth pictures from the top?

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Thank you for all your sweet comments and may your day be filled with joy!

Carolyn