I don't send as many greeting cards as I once did, but I still buy them every year. There are tons of ways to use them, and I always find one or two designs irresistible.
I used to have to carve out time for the writing, addressing, and mailing. Now I do a few at a time over a few weeks. I find getting started early is better before things get too harried. And I've learned that a simple "Thinking of You" works as well as anything.
The last of the porch plants got brought in last night before the hard frost. (Thank You Mr. Cottage!) Already in pretty pots, the greenery makes things festive, and there's nothing like fresh Rosemary close by.
Scented candles are a must too. This one is from Anthropologie, and looks as good as it smells!
A few lacy linens and a tray for tea makes a cheery centerpiece for the moment for all the activity centered around the dining table. It will change all season.
All we need is a few yummy goodies! But all in good time. . . .
I hope you're enjoying the rituals of the season too!
Ciao! for now!
Jacqueline
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Jacqueline your vignettes are stunning. The red and white is really quite elegant. I love your teacups, they are gorgeous. I would love for you to share this beautiful post by linking up to our new blog party we launched today.
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Beautiful!! I just got a new battenburg lace tabecloth... thanks for the inspiration I needed for using it in my dining room with my Christmas decorations.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful as usual. I totally agree about the rosemary. Mine are planted in the ground. I need to put one in a pot just so I can bring it it!
ReplyDeleteWhat pretty cards, I love poinsettias! Laura
ReplyDeleteYour post made me want to curl up near the fire with my favorite tea and write out a few cards! Absolutely Lovely! (I came over from Metamorphosis Monday.)
ReplyDeleteLoved this red and white post! Those lacy linens are gorgeous and I just adore those Anthro candles too. Perhaps I will start sending a few cards too! :)
ReplyDeleteI love your lovely vignettes, especially with the red! Everything looks so comfy & cozy & just draws me in. I need to checkout those candles...ooh la la!!!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty. I love those tea-cups so much. I'll be sending a few cards this year too so it's time to start writing them. Hugs, Deb=^..^=x4
ReplyDeleteHope peaceful. Love the Wedgwood Queens Ware & the lovely linens!
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Love that sweet tray you have arranged. All the elements are beautiful..the cutwork napkins, the teacups, the cinnamon candle and the rosemary in the background make a gorgeous vignette!! Love this style, clean, vintage and with garden elements always steal my heart!
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Olá! Amei os detalhes do bordado de sua toalha e guardanapos, e também de suas xícaras. Muito delicados. Abrç!
ReplyDeleteI just finished writing my Christmas cards that need to be mailed! I'm glad that chore is done. Your photos are beautiful. I love your cream Wedgewood cups and saucers and that candle looks beautiful. Have a lovely week! Pamela
ReplyDeleteI really like those cards! This is a such a pretty vignette. I need to be thinking about cards. Have a great week!
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Beautiful teacups, great close-ups, lovely detailing, delightful whites - just a precious post! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful vignettes and thoughts, Jacqueline. I adore those tea cups with the raised border of leaves ~ stunning! Like your idea of writing a few notes each day. I should be able to do that! ~ Sarah
ReplyDeleteLove all your holiday vignettes. The red and white is so lovely. I am very inspired by your images.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures! Thank you for visiting my blog and your sweet comments!
ReplyDeleteEverything looks beautiful here Jacqueline. I love your vignettes and the rituals you cherish for the holiday.
ReplyDeleteI think I just may have to have my daughter make her way to Anthro for me to get a beautiful candle.
hugs...
Beautiful. The linens you featured here are so lovely...such pretty edgings.
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ReplyDeleteVanilla Cinnamon, a unique combo that sounds yummy!... and that star doiley is yummy!!
I love you have saved your Rosemary from fate, I wasn't as smart, and besides mine wasn't in a portable lovely white pot:-)
Hugs,
Bella
So, so beautiful. I feel as if I need to make a trip to Anthropologie and grab one of those candles! I absolutely adore your white tea pot and your linens looks so crisp and fresh. Bliss.
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Robin
Lovely pics again, loved everything,Your linen is always so beautifully pressed,love that. xx k
ReplyDeleteI love your vignettes. I always have problems finding Christmas cards I like since living in Italy, as the Italians are not really a card sending nation!
ReplyDeleteoh how I wish I could keep my rosemary alive through the winter, my favorite herb to cook with.
ReplyDeleteLove your cards, I have ordered mine from Victorian papers the last few years.
I love the red and white, especially the white cups and saucers. Love vintage, home and garden...and your blog that I've now joined.
ReplyDeleteFresh rosemary! Your house must smell divine. I'm looking forward to reading more of your lovely blog which I found via Barb at Bella Vista.
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Loving the pops of red!
ReplyDeleteI have a candle like that from Anthro but it is blue and smells like angel food cake!
Beautiful! love the cups!
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautifully put together. So pretty!...Christine
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