Monday, February 17, 2014

Blue & White Transferware Cupboard



                                                                   Hello everyone,

                              On this bright winter day I thought I would share the change I made in
                             the display of china in the cupboard in our library/dining room.
                               As many of you know, I have a pretty good collection of red and white
                               transferware but I have to admit I find all the different patterns and
                               colors hard to resist.
                                    At Christmas time I had my Friendly Village collection in here
                                    but a few weeks ago I was in the mood for a change and so
                                    that set went inside the cupboard and out came my blue and
                                     white transferware that I have collected over time and
                                     usually one piece at a time.

                          This large soup tureen came home from a trip to England a few years
                          ago in my carry on bag.
                                     The teapot was my Mom's along with a few other pieces.



                                    The windmill cream and sugar on the left were also my Mom's.
                                    They are made by Delft in the Netherlands where my Mom
                                    lived until moving to Canada as a young war bride.
                                   
                         .
     This is Islander Day here ~ a nice break in the middle of winter for many and we have been
                all plowed out after another winter storm on Sunday. I heard rumors of another storm
                headed our way for Wednesday.
                     I also have another small cupboard of blue and white china but I will share that
                     another day ~ maybe a tablescape.

                                                     Thank you for visiting!

                                                                                Carolyn

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27 comments:

  1. MarilleFebruary 17, 2014 at 12:58 PM

    Wow !!! I'm charmed. I love such porcelain. It is beautiful :)))
    Greetings from Poland
    Marille
    from http://marilles-crochet.blogspot.com/

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  2. Nette CeciliaFebruary 17, 2014 at 1:07 PM

    My eys only see blue so this is ,Me like ,Nette

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  3. KalinaFebruary 17, 2014 at 1:18 PM

    My colors, beautiful, i love this :)

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  4. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsFebruary 17, 2014 at 1:39 PM

    You have such a beautiful collection, Carolyn! It is nice to see what you can acquire over time.

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  5. ohiofarmgirlFebruary 17, 2014 at 2:55 PM

    It is so very pretty! Dianntha

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  6. Antiques And TeacupsFebruary 17, 2014 at 3:03 PM

    Absolutely beautiful Carolyn! I love it! One can never have enough blue and white!
    Ruth

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  7. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworkingFebruary 17, 2014 at 3:09 PM

    I collect blue and white as well, love it all!

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  8. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageFebruary 17, 2014 at 3:30 PM

    Your blue and white is lovely, Carolyn. I love your mother's teapot; what a treasure! The little Dutch shoes are cute too. A few folks have shared blue and white today, including me. Have a beautiful day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  9. AliciaFebruary 17, 2014 at 3:50 PM

    PRECIOSAS LAS TAZAS ME ENCANTAN.
    TNGO UNAS PARECIDAS DE PAPA DE HACE MUCHOS AÑOS.
    SALUDITOS

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  10. Egretta Wells blogFebruary 17, 2014 at 3:52 PM

    A beautiful display, Carolyn. I especially like your mother's tea pot..I'm sure there are lovely memories to go with it. Have a great week, Egretta

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  11. A Garden of ThreadsFebruary 17, 2014 at 4:00 PM

    Beautiful collection of blue and white dishes…love you winter tour post Carolyn.

    Hope everything is clear from the last dump of snow. We have had a break in but more expected on Wed.

    Take care
    Jen

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  12. DebFebruary 17, 2014 at 4:10 PM

    That is so, so pretty. Deb

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  13. OlaFebruary 17, 2014 at 4:51 PM

    Cuda

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  14. DanielaFebruary 17, 2014 at 4:52 PM

    I love blue and white transferware, among all they're the colours I do prefer !!
    And your cupboard is really a dream Carolyn !!
    Heartily thanks for sharing this all with us <3
    xoxo
    Dany

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  15. ARTESANATO EM GERALFebruary 17, 2014 at 4:54 PM

    Olá Carolyn,

    Obrigada pelo comentário, fico muito feliz que tenha gostado. Os tecidos que comprei aí na Ilha, com as estampas de Anne são lindos e únicos. Suas porcelenas são belíssimas.

    Fique bem.

    Lauriane

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  16. BernideenFebruary 17, 2014 at 7:46 PM

    Sure looks lovely and fresh!

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  17. SarahFebruary 17, 2014 at 7:56 PM

    Carolyn, this is such a pretty sight! Like you, I find all the colors and patterns difficult to resist. That said, my collection is mostly brown and white and blue and white. Someday I will start a group of red and white.
    How special that you have the pieces that once belonged to your mom. My favorite blue and white pieces are the child's tea set in Blue Willow that had belonged to my mom.
    Stay warm with these upcoming storms.

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  18. Dora, the QuilterFebruary 17, 2014 at 11:17 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous! Just looking at blue and white pieces can keep me happy for hours! You have some wonderful pieces in your collection. (You already know that, of course.)

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2014 at 11:29 PM

    Beautiful!!! I absolutely adore all of the porcelain, tea sets, plates, sups, etc...that you have on your blog, such a unique taste of decoration
    Blessings...

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  20. SusanFebruary 18, 2014 at 12:01 AM

    Love,love, love it, Carolyn. Fabulous collection. Susan

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  21. UnknownFebruary 18, 2014 at 1:18 AM

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  22. LisaFebruary 18, 2014 at 4:15 AM

    adoro la tua collezione, lo faccio anch'io ..sono i miei piatti preferiti..rossi e bianchi e blu..complimenti per le tue foto,la tua meravigliosa casa e giardino ,mi fai sognare
    bacio Lisa

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  23. Twórcza Pracownia JoannyFebruary 18, 2014 at 6:05 AM

    Gorgeous :)))))))


    All the best,
    Asia from www.najbarwniej.blogspot.com

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  24. Janneke February 18, 2014 at 6:33 AM

    Your blue and white transferware is just gorgeous. You have so many beautiful pieces. The crochet cabinet edges are very pretty too.

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  25. LindaFebruary 18, 2014 at 7:23 AM

    Hi Carolyn,
    That soup tureen is exquisite. You are fortunate to have your mom's cream and sugar. The blue is pretty.
    We didn't have the holiday, one of the few provinces.
    Happy Islander Day albeit belated and Happy President's Day, again belated, to all ourAmerican Friends.
    Wishing you a beautiful day,
    Linda at Beautiful Ideas

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  26. UnknownFebruary 18, 2014 at 9:54 AM

    My favorite colors.
    Beautiful.

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  27. podsoFebruary 18, 2014 at 10:53 PM

    I always love to see your blue and white!

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

Carolyn