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Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Classic Ivory Wedgewood & French Bistro Glasses


 If this setting looks familiar, you've been following my blog a long time and paying close attention. My spring patio is where I first staged this tablescape with my vintage Wedgewood china.




 I've loved the pattern, Queens Ware, since the first time I saw it in a magazine, and bought it the first time it crossed my path. There was a very long wait in between.




 Here, it is set up for a patio buffet with simple linen napkins by Williams Sonoma, and vintage flatware. Globe chrysanthemums center the table in an ironstone urn.










 The lid to the urn is shown with a few pieces of dinnerware, and highlights how wonderfully it all mixes together.





French import bistro glasses bring a few fun graphics to the setting.




 The highly textured plates stacked on top of a cake stand look much like a confection.





 This white on white embroidered vintage linen topper adds even more subtle detail.




 But the matelasse table cover steals the show.





 So glad you stopped by for a peek!
Ciao! for now!

Jacqueline

I'm off to visit
The House in the Roses
and My Romantic Home

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42 comments:

  1. andrea of ffftMarch 2, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    SO gorgeous! I adore the linens as well, but the dishes are stunning! I still kick myself for not purchasing the nearly full set of vintage Wedgewood I found in a small town junk shop on a road trip... the woman knew Wedgewood was a name, so she was selling the seventy piece set for $150 instead of the usual $50. My boyfriend talked me out of buying "a bunch of old dishes that didn't go with anything we had" but I have never forgotten about it. *sigh*

    Live and learn! Love your blog, it is beautiful! I am right beside you on the Porch, if you want to check out my blog :)

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  2. andrea of ffftMarch 2, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    PS... where do you get French bistro glasses? They are brilliant!

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  3. Bella's Rose CottageMarch 2, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    Hi JQ,
    Oh so so lovely!! Your tablecloth is stunning, but for me the show stopper is YOU ARE OUTSIDE!!!! So.. So jealous.. yes I am! nasty weather here, still have the "S" word taunting in the forecast. and that is the plumpest Baby's Breath I have ever seen, gorgeous:-))
    Hugs,
    Bella

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  4. Nancy's Daily DishMarch 2, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    I've always loved Wedgwood's Cream Ware...yours is beautiful. The glasses are so cute too!

    Nancy

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  5. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesMarch 2, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    OH I would enjoy dining at that table...beautiful!

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  6. Shortbread and GingerMarch 3, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    Very classy! Beautiful dishes and setting.
    Liz

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  7. DebbieMarch 3, 2011 at 4:06 AM

    Very beautiful! I've tried a white on white table, but I never like the result. I think what just makes yours is the eye to texture from those gorgeous dishes to the matelasse tablecloth.

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  8. Blondie's JournalMarch 3, 2011 at 4:30 AM

    Very pretty...I can see why you wanted the china for so long. It's very versatile, too. I am also in love with the matalasse table cover...beautiful! I'm so glad you are getting outdoors!

    XO,
    Jane

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  9. CarolynMarch 3, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    I love the china and the whole setting. I am really looking forward to eating outdoors again-but it will be awhile yet for me.

    Carolyn

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  10. Custom ComfortsMarch 3, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    So very pretty! So simple ~ elegant and charming. Just lovely Jacqueline.
    Cindy

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  11. bjMarch 3, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    STUNNING. As always, your beautiful photos of all your beautiful things just takes my breath away.

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  12. AnonymousMarch 3, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Most gorgeous! So lovely as always.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  13. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    Simply breathtaking!

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  14. Wanda @ Just VintageMarch 3, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    So, so pretty! Calming, soothing. The patio in the background makes me want to see more of it, too.

    I've got a give-away going on over at the blog. Hop on over and check it out!

    Wanda @ Just Vintage
    http://shopjustvintage.com/blog

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  15. Yvonne @ StoneGableMarch 3, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    White is beautiful on a table, and your table is a work of A-R-T! I am inspired by the matelesse tablecover. Oh, that is just gorgeous! And a perfect backdrop for your Wedgewood. I agree, your plates on the cake stand do look like a perfection.
    There is so much that is wonderful in this table I could make a LIST! Like the fork and knife... so pretty! And the urn... and the tablecovering, ooops did I mentio that again? Well, it is so noteworthy. Thank you a million times for your inspiration!
    Yvonne

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  16. Linda (More Fun Less Laundry)March 3, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Your table cover is wonderful! And I do remember you using those dishes before because I have been on the lookout for them ever since I saw them on your blog! All the whites are so pretty and you certainly know how to mix them. Linda

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  17. La Vie QuotidienneMarch 3, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    the dishes are wonderful...my favorites and in combination with the matelisse just georgous!

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  18. vignette designMarch 3, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Love your little bistro glasses! And your matelasse is wonderful too.
    Goes great with your Wedgewood dishes. A work of art!

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  19. Mary Ann PickettMarch 3, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Beautiful table cloth. Everything looks so elegant and then fun with the bistro glasses.
    Mary Ann

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  20. Dreaming of VintageMarch 3, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    Beautiful table setting! Those bistro glasses are awesome!

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  21. CherylMarch 3, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    I link I'm in LOVE!! My favorite has to be the bistro glasses..or, is it the matelasse cover....hmm...could be the pretty flowers in the ironstone urn!! They are so pretty...Thank you for the inspiration!!
    Merci Beaucoup!!!
    Cheryl;-)

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  22. V I N T A G E O L O G I E March 3, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    A gorgeous china set ... I don't believe I've ever seen that pattern ... it's just precious and plays up the French bistro glasses very well ... a fine tablescape if you ask me!

    Thank you for sharing with all of us at The first Voila! party ... hope you'll be back often ; )

    xo
    Jill

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  23. OliveMarch 3, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    The matelasse cover does steal much but the china is wonderful still.

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  24. Olga PoltavaMarch 3, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    This is such a gorgeous white tablescape! I love those plates and bistro glasses!

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  25. The Charm of HomeMarch 3, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    That is a beautiful china pattern. Very nice. I love your patio too.
    Sherry

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  26. Miss CharMarch 3, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Beautiful table, your white on white monochromatic theme is refreshing. I love all the elements and the china is perfect. Thanks so much for sharing.

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  27. PamelaMarch 3, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Yes the matelasse does steal the show!
    Your wedgwood is gorgeous!!
    Lovely table setting Jacqueline and the bistro glasses add that touch of fun!!

    Pamela ox

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  28. blessingsMarch 3, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    Love your white Wedgewood! I only have a couple of pieces and they are very plain. But still there is something enchanting about Wedgewood, no matter how simple. Thanks for sharing your pieces with us.

    Blessings... Polly
    French Cupboard
    Counting Your Blessings

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  29. ChristieMarch 3, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    This is so pretty...love the freshness of it... perfect for spring :)
    Big hugs,
    Queenie

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  30. The Gilded CherubMarch 3, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    I love your dishes... they are so pretty, love the white on white.

    Have a wonderful weekend.

    Lorene

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  31. AnonymousMarch 3, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Jacqueline it is beautiful.. the table cover and dishes are stunning..

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  32. KayMarch 4, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    I'm late to the party but have been so busy trying to stash away all my linens and things from the shop. I've missed your blog, and they are so beautiful!!! And I, of course, agree with Bella----you're outside!! Lucky you!! The matelasse and china are just so gorgeous, along with your previous posts. A lovely lift as always! Love, Kay

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  33. TessMarch 4, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    GORGEOUS! I love this Wedgwood pattern...I only have a few cups and bread plates, but adore them. This table is perfect. That matelasse cover is so rich.

    I first saw this pattern in Victoria magazine and wrote them to find out what it was. They wrote back and said they didn't know; it was from a private collection. I found out seeing it used on a tablescapes. Could it have been yours? :-)

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  34. RebeccaMarch 4, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Hello
    Your table is beautiful full of my very favorite... Wedgewood. I have stacks of it but no queens ware. I had a friend that collected it and I think she scooped up every bit of it in the area. The shell edge is sooo pretty! Your table is gorgeous and the flowers beautiful (FYI the ironstone urn is really a thunder mug/potty) but I won't say a word :)
    Have a wonderful weekend
    Blessings
    Rebecca

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  35. ahomespunyearMarch 4, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Just gorgeous...the white on white works to perfection, and I love the glasses!

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  36. CharoMarch 4, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Wonderful dishes, so pretty pattern!
    Love the glasses too!
    Xoxo
    Charo

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  37. MarigeneMarch 4, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Beautiful, beautiful table...white on white is just so elegant.

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  38. SarahMarch 4, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous! The matelasse does steal the show, but the Queensware has truly stolen my heart. I long for some pieces in this lovely pattern. Fabulous post! ~ Sarah

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  39. DeniseMarch 4, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Hi Jacqueline,

    I do recognize your spring patio! Believe it or not, that was what first caught my eye on your blog, and afterwards, I made a point to try and view your posts. Isn't it interesting how our imagination is captured by the way other people live in different places? Having always lived in North Carolina, everything here is built from brick, frame, and occassionally, stone. So the stucco and adobe that is used in the western part of the country always looks interesting to me. I enjoyed watching House Hunters on HGTV for a while because it was fun to see those cute bungalows with Spanish influence in California and other parts of the western U.S.

    As usual, your photos are lovely. I believe I saw the Wedgewood Queensware on a visit to Replacements, Ltd., and it certainly is beautiful. Hope you enjoy using it!

    Denise

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  40. The Charm of HomeMarch 4, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Thank you very much for linking up! I love your gray background with the pink lettering! That has been a long time fav combo of colors for me. It looks good on your blog!
    Sherry

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  41. Susan EvelynAndRoseMarch 4, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Oh, I love it all! Looks like a romantic wedding setting.

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  42. PhyllisMarch 4, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    It was a treat to see your gorgeous Wedgewood china.....I am now a lover of white but may never be completely happy until I own Queens Ware....the most beautiful I have ever seen! And using the bistro glassware was a brilliant choice...loved the graphics element addition to the mix. I am now a new follower of yours.

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