Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Welcome Spring!

 I've had ENOUGH winter!
  And we have only had about 2 inches of snow this year. 
 Can you tell that I am a transplanted Californian? 
I finally bit the Bullet and painted Chalkboard Paint onto a Silver Platter that I found at an Estate Sale
 for$10.00.  
It is now my absolute Favorite!!!
I have created a semi-tablescape although  I mostly want to show you my recent finds. 
 Is that cheating? 
 I found this cute little Bunny Candle at Tuesday Morning last week.  I like how natural looking he is on top of the moss nest from Nell Hill's. 
Huge Score!
  I went to two Estate Sales last week and picked up a set of these Hummingbird dishes by American Atelier for $25.oo.  I'll be using them in a full tablescape soon!  
And, I scored 12 Bordallo Pinheiro plates at another Estate Sale for $39.00. 
 I always kind of get the creeps when I go to an Estate Sale.  But my dear friend Kristy always assured me 
that "they just downsized and went to Florida!". 
 At least they are assured that their things have found a loving new "home".  
Does it count that I "found" these Milk Glass pieces while cleaning out my Pantry?  See Here
They belonged to Mr. Beaux's Grandmother.  
This sweet teacup was a Mother's Day gift from Miss Beaux.  She picked it out at Anthropologie. 
 She knows what I like!
See how the leaves repeat on the saucer
 and the Cabbage plate...
I have no idea how old these plates are but they sure are pretty resting atop my Butler's Pantry white dishes. 
 Black checked napkins are from ?? 
The flowers I bought last week are still hanging around. 
 I LOVE Costco flowers!
 They are the freshest and the best price!

Until Next Time...

Beaux R'eves
XO Cindy

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The Tablescaper: Seasonal Sunday

28 comments:

  1. I absolutely love your mini-tablescape! The dishes are adorable and I love your platter.

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  2. This just makes me want to pull my 'bunnies' out of the bins and get some Spring going on around here. Love those plates!

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  3. Your tablescape is so fabulous....love all your dishes and those bunnies are soooo cute!
    ~Des

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  4. Cindy, what a fabulous tablescape! Love the silver chalkboard! Definitely have to put that on my "to do" list! I'm ready to start bringing in all of my fresh flowers this weekend!

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  5. I WOULD HAVE NEVER THOUGHT OF USING A SILVER TRAY AS A CHAULK BOARD, VERY COOL. LOVE YOUR GREEN LEAF PLATES, I HAVE A WATER PITCHER THAT WOULD COORDINATE REALLY WELL WITH THOSE, I MIGHT HAVE TO FIND SOME OF MY OWN.

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  6. What a gorgeous combination! love the hummingbird teapot and the dishes, and nests, and the whole look of the anticipation of Spring! I think I hear birds singing!!!

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  7. Beautiful little tablescape! It sure is calling Spring out loud. I love your dishes, twig chargers and platter, lovely! Thank you for dropping by and for the lovely comment on my mother's tea party.
    FABBY

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  8. WOW!! Those are some really excellent finds!

    Well done - love every single piece!

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  9. Alright, I am getting ready for Spring too after I see your bunny and nest. I love your small tablescape with all of your perfect finds. I'll start getting my Spring and Easter things out this weekend. I have lots of Fitz and Floyd Easter "stuff" so I better get busy. Great job Cindy.

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  10. You always have the best ideas. Love the flower tucked in the silverware and the stacked plates and teapot.

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  11. Very pretty Cindy! Now this is what I call inspiration I can use! I have the Butlers Pantry, Green leaf plate and checked napkins. I would have never thought of this combination but I love it! I am so ready for spring as well and this setting says that to me too. Great choices!

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  12. I love that platter,Your mini-tablescape is beautiful. Your table will look absolutly georgeous. I am crazy about the bunny.

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  13. You certainly scored! What fun finds. I am definitely having to make a trip to Tuesday Morning before everything is gone!

    I still have the chalkboard paint on my "to do" list. I love it on your silver platter!

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  14. I have a chalk board platter on my to-do list as well. I can't make up my mind between a silver or white tray. You found some great finds at the estate sales!

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  15. Gorgeous!!! What a fabulous tablescape...I love the dishes, the linens, the napkin ring idea...it all so beautiful!!

    Come link up to my centerpiece Wednesday party!

    Karin

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  16. love it! and my favorite part is that you used that black/white check napkin...super snazzy!

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  17. I love milk glass and have a whole set of my mother's first dishes. I am actually afraid of taking them out of the cupboard!

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  18. Wow, Cindy, you found some FABULOUS pieces!!!!!!!!! I want the cabbage plates SO bad but have never been willing to pay the price. Love the hummingbird plates too!!! This is definitely a tablescape. Love it all! XO, Pinky

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  19. Cindy,
    Just beautiful! Love the thrifty finds! Spring is coming!
    dee dee

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  20. Wow you scored some amazing dishes at the estate sale! Love the green leaf patterns. I have some cabbage plates and they are my favorites as they mix and match with anything! Gorgeous teapot...really pretty pieces...can't wait to see you do a tablescape with your new pretties!
    Miss Bloomers

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  21. I have wanted a chalkboard silver platter ever since I saw one a few months ago. Yours looks great! Love your spring tablescape as well as seeing your new finds.

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  22. I can't even find many silver plattters. My linky party entry has a tiny one this week. I love the silver trays and I love your chalkboard one a lot!

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  23. You scored big time with your dishes-can't wait to see a full tablescape.

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  24. Your tablescape is fabulous. Love your mix of dishes and the silver chalkboard is wonderful. Beautiful display. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  25. What a beautiful table you have set. Each thing compliments the other so well and you got them all at such bargain prices. Just lovely.
    Cindy

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  26. Oh I adore the hummingbird teapot!

    I hope you'll stop by my blog. I am hosting a giveaway for a $50 Kirklands gift card.

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  27. Beautiful. Love your setting. those plates are wonderful!
    And I love your chalkboard! Great job.
    Blessings,
    Debbie

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  28. Such a pretty tablescape, love that bunny. The silver blackboard tray is such a great idea!

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