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Tuesday, January 4, 2011

White and Cozy


I'm not an all white decorator. But I love it and probably use more white than the average person.




And I'm attracted to collecting a lot of white things.



I get energized seeing a lot of white together. It's sort of the visual equivalent of caffeine for me.




Especially white linens, and luckily I always have some around in every shade. Hand crocheted lace especially gets me going.





I'm loving white ironstone more all the time.





And my new tea leaf platters were just begging to be included.






As was this wood pedestal which is new to the premises.





My excitement is also generated by all the textures of white.... 





French white, vanilla, off white--the warmer tones are my winter whites. I find them downright cozy.




Hope you're all tucked up nice and snug for White Wednesday!
Ciao! for now!

Jacqueline


I'm linked to the fun at Kathleen's Faded Charm for White Wednesday
Common Ground for Vintage Inspiration Friday
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29 comments:

  1. Here On Crow CreekJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    I love white also. With kids and dogs a white room isnt going to happen here either but one can dream.. Loved your post and those clock face plates are sooo cute!

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  2. TeteJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    All the whites are pretty but I love the bowls!
    Hugs- Tete

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  3. Mikey FullerJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    So pretty! Found you from your link at Faded Charm! I love white, too and am slowly becoming obsessed! All my walls are pastels--bluegreens, green, blue, etc....so it sorta looks like Easter all year 'round now--at least that's what some of my friends say...actually one said it looks like Easter exploded in a church!

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  4. Robin JohnsonJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    You have a beautiful collection. White holds a special place in my heart also. It is such a great accent to any color - probably one of the reasons I love it so much.

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  5. Vintage Market PlaceJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    I am with ya on the not white decor.
    But a few great pieces stand out amongst the rest.
    You definitely have some beautiful whites here.
    Love the crochet as well!
    Amy

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  6. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    Beautiful post, Jacqueline...I especially love the tea leaf pieces, we have a large platter from my husband's grandmother...

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  7. yours trulyJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    You have a beautiful collection and a great eye! I have begun my own collection of all things white. I recently picked up a couple of homer laughlin eggshell demis that were too sweet to pass up. I love the way my growing collection looks in the glass front kitchen cabinets. Thanks for sharing!

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  8. BohemianJanuary 4, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Yes, there is something about shades of White that is definitely attractive. I love your White collections. I may never have an all shades of White World in my Bohemian color saturated one... but with a houseful of kids, pets and menfolk it would be challenging to KEEP it White... so I'll opt to lust after the White decor I see shared and appreciate that my Boheme hues hide all the wear and tear, dirt, dust and mishaps that Life dishes out at this ole house. *wink* Thanks for stopping by and leaving a sweet comment!

    Happy New Year... Dawn... The Bohemian

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  9. UnknownJanuary 5, 2011 at 2:20 AM

    white is beautiful & timeless

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  10. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeJanuary 5, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    I love all your whites today, especially the bowls, I've never seen any like that before... Happy White Wednesday!!!
    Blessings~~~ Daphne

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  11. Custom ComfortsJanuary 5, 2011 at 3:55 AM

    What pretty whites! I like the textures of whites when you put them all together. You have such a nice collection.
    Cindy

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  12. Vintage GalJanuary 5, 2011 at 4:46 AM

    White is just so romatic. Don't you think? I Love it..I just might incorporate more white this year!
    Beautiful post

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  13. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 5, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Beautiful whites Jacqueline. I love those bowls. I think they are Pottery Barn if I'm right. Love the new wood pedestal that looks old.

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  14. DonnaJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Wow, what a stunning vignette! I see that you have a gorgeous pedestal, too! And I love how you said that white is the visual equivalent of caffeine! I agree! I also love your crocheted tablecloth, and your clock bowl is so neat!!

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  15. The TablescaperJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    So beautiful and serene. I love the pedestal planter and the little bowl with the numbers, so full of character.

    - The Tablescaper

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  16. foreverdecoratingJanuary 5, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    You have a way with displaying and taking pictures. Lovely, Terry

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  17. mary bethJanuary 5, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Me too! I find it especially soothing after all of the riot of color from the holidays. Thanks for sharing this pretty eye candy with us this morning!

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  18. Lady PamelaJanuary 5, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    I love how you put it "a visual caffeine'. That is exactly how I feel when I see white. Thank you so much for visiting my little blog. *smiles*

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  19. saltbox
    treasures    January 5, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Your whites are always lovely!
    ~ Julie

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  20. kateJanuary 5, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    great photos, thanks for the peak
    kate

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  21. Nice and Easy AntiquesJanuary 5, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    White is addictive and I'm not going to rehab!!!!

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  22. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJanuary 5, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Happy WW...I am in love with those little clock bowls!!

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  23. Blondie's JournalJanuary 5, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Very pretty vignette, Jacqueline! I love the clock face bowls, very unique!

    XO,
    Jane

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  24. Emma BurgessJanuary 5, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Hi Jacqueline, I love your whites here. Beautiful. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and new year. Hugs to you, Emma.

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  25. time worn interiorsJanuary 5, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Well, you do a good job with the whites! I love those clock bowls, I need to get me some!
    Theresa
    aka:tot

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  26. Heaven's WalkJanuary 5, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Oh Jacqueline....I adore your whites! Your vignettes are stunning. Creamy, vanilla, chippy, aged.....it's all delicious! I have to ask where you got that awesome numbered bowl? I love it! Happy WW to you!

    xoxo laurie

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  27. White and RustJanuary 6, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Great Vignette. Love the basket and the clock bowls!!

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  28. Debra@CommonGroundJanuary 7, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Hi JQ, love your "white collection". Your wooden carved pedestal is really gorgeous. I'm like you. White stimulates my creativity. Great photos. Thanks so much for linking up with VIF!
    xoxo,
    Debra

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  29. Lynn MacKerell @ Antiques for Today's LifestyleMarch 12, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Hi Jacqueline.
    I just found your blog and have been enjoying reading about your white collection. Love it. I love whites too, but I tend to mix a lot of cobalt blue and white. Looking forward to reading your future posts. If you have a chance, I would be honored if you would check out my blog too.

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