Sometimes you just have to take a moment during your busy day to enjoy a little corner of happiness. There's no bad news here, mind you. Just the endless rush that can leave you feeling empty unless you pause to savor the goodness of things.
I was surprised to see the roses still looking so cheery, for instance. Barely holding on. I didn't dare rearrange them or petals would fall. But there is something so appealing about roses on their last droopy legs!
I lean just this side of frilly, but this perfectly beautiful platter had to find its way home with me.
A lovely spray of roses along the edge. And one in the center for good measure.
The "handles" have a touch of gold. Shabby perfect!
A little shab on the silver topped shakers too, with a bit of delicate etching just like lace.
Won't this make for the prettiest table setting sometime soon?
And need I tell you how pleased I was to find these teeny vintage roosters in the perfect color? I am on the verge of one white rooster too many I'm afraid. But they are adorable, n'est-ce pas?
But then they would make the cutest gift!
It's a good day to appreciate the textures of life, and to be grateful. My granddaughter asks, Grandma, why do you like so many white things, like the walls and the sofa, and the chairs?" They make me happy, is all there is to say. Maybe for her it will be orange, or blue, or purple. Or all together. . . .
It's a brand new week!
I hope you are keeping your colors happy!
Jacqueline
Join me at
Roses are beautiful from bud to falling apart. :-)
ReplyDeleteLove the white roosters:) I'm coming to like white more and more, it alwAys looks fresh and summery.
ReplyDeleteLove the roses....so soft and pretty! That's a beautiful platter and the roosters are so cute. Though I am a more colorful decorator I have to come to add a lot of white in the past 2 years and appreciate it's affect in my home. Always a pleasure to see what you are up to!
ReplyDeleteMagnifique les Roses ... La vaisselle fleurie beaucoup de charme ... Le couvert avec monogramme quelle élégance ...
ReplyDeleteDouce journée, A bientôt
Laurence Au Coeur d'Autrefois
Lovely, serene!! Your photos are so calming with all the whites, and different textures you use. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful soft photos and treasures!
ReplyDeleteGood morning Jacqueline. You know I love the whites too. I am so enjoying getting my new "nest" together with all my whites and chippy's. Love those Rooster salt shakers adorable. Have a great new week.
ReplyDeleteKris
Your roses and roosters are beautiful! The platter is perfect! How lucky to have silver with a rose and a B! And even though I love some color, I love white, too. Have to have white!! Your post "makes me happy"---and I needed that--thanks!
ReplyDeleteKay
C'est Vrai! They are gorgeous~ Thanks for sharing these sweet treasures with us Jacqueline. They are soft and lovely; everything. Sets my heart to rest *sigh* : ) Also, I want you to know I'm on the look out for white roosters : ) I'd say the monogram is 'B' for Beautiful~ Have a great week! Karen O
ReplyDeleteOnce again I am struck by our similarities. White, especially white flowers - ANY flower that is white. (Although roses are quite possibly the most regal.) Like you, I also adore transferware (especially brown on white) and can never seem to pass up a beautiful dish. I'm particularly drawn to white with delicate pink flowers at this time of year. My cupboards overfloweth. So much so that I have decided that I need to have a huge garage sale this summer. Hoping to draw some local dealers if I post on Craigslist. Wish you lived closer so you could shop here since we have such similar taste. You blo is my #1 favorite!
ReplyDeleteSoft and pretty...just like you! You could tell your granddaughter you like white because it's the color of angels. Hugs,
ReplyDeleteI adore that platter! You have the best pretties.
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about not daring to move the roses for fear you might lose the petals! Been there, done that!
ReplyDeleteEverything -- as always -- is lovely! Do stop by The Gypsy for my tea!
Oh, your photos are always so lovely. I wish I could learn from you about styling, but I know I could never match your amazing talent. So, I'll just keep enjoying your blog posts. Sally
ReplyDeleteOh I do love roses just on the verge of losing their petals. Beautiful! The white with pink touches is always stunning in my eyes.
ReplyDeleteIt is Peony time here, Jacqueline!
ReplyDeleteThat platter is gorgeous!
Enjoy your day!
Cheers!
Linda :o)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is the little glass etched shakers. tell your sweet granddaughter there is lots of ladies out here who love the pretty white things haha
So much prettiness! My first rose of the season bloomed today!
ReplyDeleteJacqueline,
ReplyDeleteGorgeous platter, dear friend!
Love the etched crystal and silver shakers!
Your response to your Granddaughter is precious!
Our homes should "make us happy"!
Fondly,
Pat
Beautiful roses, platter, salt and pepper shakers, I LOVE both bets! and that B fork...divine!
ReplyDeletedefinitely beautiful finds!
hugs,
Betsy
I always love the treasures you find....love the roses too!
ReplyDeleteCarolyn
Those roses look like a greeting card. So pretty! Great finds too! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
ReplyDeleteLove all your calming whites and pretty roses, what a beautiful home for you and your grand-daughter to spend precious time together. The bowl you found with the rose border is gorgeous as is the engraved silverware. Too many white chooks....NEVER!!...So cute:-)
ReplyDeleteAll your pretty finds are amazing Jacqueline, but I'm swooning for that gorgeous rose platter. Love, love, love your romantic looking roses and I'm delighted to be featuring them at Shabbilicious Friday tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteHope your weekend is relaxing and peaceful sweetie.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne