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Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Classic Ironstone Pitchers



Everyone knows that pitchers are a staple of cottage or farmhouse style. The variety is endless. But I find myself drawn to a few classic examples.



Ironstone pitchers are the workhorses of the class of course. Once as common as the kitchen sink, many samples survive to retire to a life of luxury on a shelf or table, filled with flowers . . . or not.



Wouldn't it be nice if all of our modern kitchen or bath necessities could be made as beautifully?




Here are a few more delightful shapes and silhouettes of my favorite china accessory.



















































I had to throw in this lovely little English bee skep pitcher by Royal Winton. What would summer be like without a little whimsy?




























Our August days are turning out mild and lovely.
 I hope yours are too!
Ciao! for now!

Jacqueline


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39 comments:

  1. The Pink Rose CottageAugust 16, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    You collection of ironstone pitchers is so lovely. Such understated beauty! Your vignettes are so inviting.

    ~Holly
    www.thepinkrosecottage.com

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  2. Pamela GordonAugust 16, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    You have such a beautiful collection of ironstone pitchers! They are all a bit different and you have displayed them so many ways. Really nice! We had a beautiful sunny summer weekend and now 2 cloudy days. That's our summer this year :-)

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  3. Ann@A Sentimental LifeAugust 16, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    I have an addiction to pitchers I must admit and I am in love with the bee pitcher!

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  4. PatriciaAugust 16, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Could you explain what makes it ironstone? I'm not familiar with what to look for when searching for it at the vintage markets. I really have no idea, but it's all so beautiful. Thanks.

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  5. AnonymousAugust 16, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Beautiful pictures. White is just so right.

    Regards from Sweden

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  6. Save South FambridgeAugust 16, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Love the photos, so elegant. You can never have too many pitchers. Lovely ideas for displaying them too.
    Debbie x

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  7. JaneAugust 16, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Just lovely. that is enough inspiration for me to dig mine out of the cupboards again. thanks, have a happy day. Jane x

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  8. Ruth @ White WhimsyAugust 16, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Love your pictures. I have a collection of white pitchers also. You just can not go wrong with white!

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  9. stefanieAugust 16, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    oh I love all the photos...but really love those wire baskets with lace and white!!!!

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  10. BailiwickStudioAugust 16, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Collecting white pitchers is a fun thing to do! I have about 15 or so lined up on a high shelf. I just love them (and use them too)! ::Jill

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  11. AnonymousAugust 16, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    The pitchers are gorgeous! What a wonderful White Wednesday!

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  12. SarahAugust 16, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Your images are always inspiring, but the little bee hive pitcher is the best. Love the basket quilt too!

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  13. UnknownAugust 16, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Hi Jacqueline,
    I just love white ironstone and enjoyed scrolling through your fantastic photos. Thanks so much for sharing...
    Cheryl at My Sister's Cottage

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  14. Vintage GalAugust 16, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Your ironstone pitchers are absolutely marvelous ~ just lovely and so simple and beautiful ;-)

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  15. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleAugust 16, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    Jacqueline, I love all your ironstone pitchers. My collection is slowly growing. I got two great covered vegetable dishes a few weeks ago at really good prices. So good to put a face with the name now!!

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  16. Yvonne @ StoneGableAugust 16, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Drool, drool, covet, sigh, drool! Interpretation: I just love this fabulous collection of white pictures. I LOVE them and collect them. YOur images are gorgeous... now I need to go shopping and look for a few more! ( It took me a few minutes to collect myself and find my words)
    xo Yvonne

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  17. LynnAugust 16, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    Love your collection of white pitchers. All your photography is stunning, but my favorite is the second photo, I think, with the pitchers in the side cupboard, the beautiful cloth on the table, the yellow roses off to the side of the table and the lacy top of the chair just peeking out. Just a beautiful photo on so many levels. Blessings

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  18. SuzAugust 16, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    Wonderful collection! Beautifully displayed!

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  19. Martha's FavoritesAugust 16, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Hi: What a wonderful post today. I love the tea cups. I would like to invite you to join us for Tea Cup Tuesday. I know the ladies would love to see these beautiful pieces. Have a great week. Blessings, Martha

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  20. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)August 17, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    Stunning shots! Love your tea cups. Everything looks so elegant here. The outdoor setting is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  21. ToniAugust 17, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    Beautiful collection of pitchers. I love the way you stated "living the life of luxury" - wonderfully put. I visiting from Savvy Southern Style.

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  22. UnknownAugust 17, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    You have quite a beautiful collection of pitchers.

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  23. under spanish mossAugust 17, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    We love ironstone pieces and have recently started collecting a few pieces. Love all of these!
    Angela and Renee

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  24. Ironstone and PineAugust 17, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Jacqueline, you know white ironstone pitchers are a BIG weakness of mine (scroll back on my blog to view my obsessive collection, it's almost embarrassing) You have a lovely collection, enjoyed it!

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  25. Elizabeth and Gary August 17, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Hi Jacqueline,
    Such a pretty post! I love the white and aqua quilt!!its a beauty.
    Have a sweet day, Elizabeth

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  26. PatriciaAugust 17, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Thanks for explaining a bit on the ironstone. I'll look for it next time I'm out to the antique market. I'm looking forward to finding my first piece.

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  27. UnknownAugust 17, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Gorgeous photos of your lovely collections. I adore white china, pitchers and linens and have a growing collection too. I especially love the photo with the quilt and your beautiful white cupboard full of metal baskets and whites.

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  28. Beeutiful by DesignAugust 17, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    I think the pitcher I used in my sunflower posting is ironstone and while I was familiar with ironstone, I did not put two and two together until I read your post. All are beautiful! Jennifer

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  29. time worn interiorsAugust 17, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    I love those crusty pitchers! The crustier the better!
    tot

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  30. Cottage and BroomeAugust 17, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Love the pink set of dishes in the garden, pink and oh so pretty! Would you mine sharing the name of the pattern? I'd love to be on the look out for them. Thanks, Mom from Cottage and Broome, Laura

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  31. GwendolynKayAugust 17, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Beautiful white ware. That sweet little bee pitcher is darling!

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  32. Bella's Rose CottageAugust 17, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Hi J,
    Major dish lust here today!! So so many beauties!!! I am also drooing over your farmy cupboard.. Love seeing it!
    Hugs,
    Bella

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  33. A Cozy Cottage in the CityAugust 17, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    I really love your collection...I'm still adding on to mine! ;)

    XO's,
    Jessie

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  34. Heaven's WalkAugust 18, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    There's nothing more beautiful than thick, stout ironstone with lots of crazing on it! I especially love the photos of the pitchers in the wire baskets! So pretty! I'm always looking for more to fill my shelves! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  35. raggygirlvintageAugust 19, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Love, love, love, especially in the wire baskets and the one with all the cracks. Any kind of white pitcher is irresistable to me, but ironstone, all the more treasured!
    Tracey

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  36. foreverdecoratingAugust 19, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    A beautiful post. I collect the classic ironstone white pitchers. So much yumminess in this post.

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  37. Sandi~A Cottage MuseAugust 19, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    You have a fabulous collection!
    My favorite photo is the one showing the wire baskets in the hutch! I have my Mom's old hutch and really want to paint it white. Now I know what I want to display on the shelves, thank you!!

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  38. Miss Gracie's HouseAugust 19, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    I agree...I don't think I could decorate without my white pitchers...they are definitely one of my favorites! Nice collection and so prettily photographed!
    Rene

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  39. UnknownAugust 22, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    So lovely! I love all the vignettes!
    Question I've been wondering...what makes it ironstone? I have some vintage pitchers and I'm wondering if they are true ironstone.
    Visiting from White Wednesday (finally)
    Roselle

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