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Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Faded Roses ~ A Vintage Tablescape


I find a sweet romance in faded roses. They have a softness that goes with anything vintage. Maybe there is a touch of nostalgia that passes through any setting in which they are gathered.



I probably like old things for the same reason. That hint of mystery. The unknown hand that put the beauty into old worked linen. A worn surface. Signs of age.



A drooping flower can serve merely as a signal that fresh ones are due, or help us appreciate the fleeting things of life. Old objects do the same. 




My little appliqued table square is perfect for a picnic, and reminds me that I have that pleasure yet to look forward to this season. Draped over a wire basket it lends a casual mood to the table.





And I'm in the mood for something a little rustic.




A rustic table takes you away from the ordinary, to a world apart. It helps you appreciate a little bit more the romance in a faded rose. . . . 



My glassware is a vintage bistro set of four.





Creamware bowls are gathered in a vintage wire market basket. A creamware jug holds vintage cream handled knives.




The vintage Spode jug has a raised grape leaf pattern.






I've never seen a tiny enamelware pot quite like this one. Anyone know what it was used for? Melting butter??







Homespun towels from the 18th century have hand crocheted trim-- one of them in a pale pink thread. My tablecloth is a cotton canvas drop cloth from the hardware store. I'm liking the putty color which is a bit like unbleached linen. This cloth is going to be a workhorse!










Wishing you a little vintage Summer Romance at your table!

Ciao! for now!

Jacqueline



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30 comments:

  1. What a wonderful vintage table complete with those gorgeous roses! I love all your old lace and tea towels, and hand work detail ... and it all looks "summery." I enjoyed visiting!

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  2. I love what you have done here. The roses look so beautiful in the metal bucket. Love the embroidery too.

    Have a great week!

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  3. Absolutely gorgeous! No other words needed:) Blessings~~Shine

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  4. Aaah.. this is so beautiful. I love to keep faded roses too. Your applique pieces are adorable. I love to imagine the time the ladies had to make those pretties. The little enamelware piece is so cute! I have no idea what it might have been used for. Thanks so much for creating this beautiful vision for our enjoyment. Many blessings, marlis

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  5. This is such a beautiful table I love the vintage table cloth..

    Pattie

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  6. So pretty, Jacqueline. You make me want to go buy some roses. I bet they smell good. I am going to say it again. You have the prettiest linens.

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  7. Hi J,
    Homespun towels!! You make the greratest linen finds ever!! and the faded roses, yes pure romance!! I love the bottoms of the stemware, they look like a carpet of flowers on the tabletop! You never fail to have the best details!!
    Hugs,
    Bella

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  8. What loevely photos!
    Your vignettes are so layered
    and each a work of art.
    Thanks for sharing.
    A

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  9. Beautiful sweet post. Lovely linens.

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  10. So pretty and delicate!

    Actually, all these interior decorating blogs inspired me to take some photos of my own home for my blog. Look what the internet does! :)

    Blessings,
    This Good Life

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  11. Love your table, all the elements appear to be filled with wonderful care of times gone by. I'm always a sucker for vintage linens and yours are very pretty. Thanks for sharing.

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  12. What I wouldn't give for the homespun towels with pink edging on them, how blessed you are to own them, oh, if they could only talk:) Always love your photos!

    Rondell

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  13. I've been resisting the drop cloth look for my home decor because, well, I'm not sure why but I think it is because I have covered so many of them with paint over the years and they remind me a little of work and unfinished projects--BUT--your table has changed my mind. The texture is so pretty and the contrast with the other whites is absolutely beautiful. Love your linens. And I have no problem with slightly fading roses. I love the way they fill out like they are so full of experience and have had a full life! Linda

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  14. How pretty! I really love that basket :)

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  15. Such a lovely vintage table!

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  16. Oh Jacqueline that's absolutely beautiful! I couldn't agree more about the charm of 'faded-ness' letting age shine through and just 'be' is so much nicer than new. Warmest wishes and thanks for such a lovely message and stopping by my blog! Glenda xxx

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  17. Wow, homespun towels from the 18th century! How great to have something that could've been in a museum. They are beautiful just like everything else in your vignette.

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  18. Beautiful photos. I love faded roses as well and probably wait too long to throw them out. They are so hard to part with:-)

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  19. OMG! What an absolutely gorgeous post! Your photos are amazing! I should be working but I can't stop looking at your beautiful blog! Following you.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  20. What a beautiful post! Every photos was a feast for the eyes and I love your sentiments about the faded roses - all so true! You have a wonderful collection of treasures!

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  21. Hi Jacqueline, Your post and photos are just beautiful! I must say that I absolutely adore the photo with the Homespun cloths, roses, wire basket and putty colored bowl...I'm with you, I'm loving the putty color!!! You put together such wonderful vignettes!
    Have a great weekend...hoping it's not too hot!!
    xoxo
    Debbie

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  22. Such a beautiful collection of items and textures. Love that vintage tablecloth and your pretty roses.

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  23. Stunning settings! Love the vintage tablecloth and pretty roses! Beautiful shots. I totally love your style. Thanks for sharing:)
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  24. SO very beautiful! You have the prettiest dishes, linens, and roses!! :)

    Have a wonderful weekend!

    xoxo...Gloria

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  25. Wonderful, time worn elements for your lovely vignette. I always find that the 'velvet rabbits' of tableware remind me of those who survive hard journeys...overcomers. Thank you for sharing your beautiful design. Cherry Kay

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  26. Your roses and linens are beautiful! Thanks for linking them up at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  27. Hi Jacqueline. all your photos are so imspiring. The linens, the roses, everything is put together so sweetly. If I had to bet, I would say that enamelware pot was an old chocolate pot, perfect for melting chocolate over an open fire, or cast iron stove. Yum, I can smell the smores.

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  28. With pleasure I watched the whole blog is interesting and provides a variety of aesthetic experience

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