Friday, August 6, 2010

A Little Blue and White



At a local thrift store recently...
... I found a pretty creamer and matching egg cup.



These two pretty pieces weren't perfect...
...they each had a small hairline.



Imperfection doesn't bother me.

In fact...it makes things more personal...
more authentic in a way...

I'm not perfect either.



I love the pretty blue floral decoration against the glossy white china.



There were other larger, matching pieces in the thrift store that day.
...but they were perfect and commanded a higher price.



I am content with my two little slightly less than perfect pieces.
...Just the right size for a small bouquet...



Just sitting here waiting for friends and family to arrive...
The candles are lit...
...the music is playing...
...refreshments are ready...

It is going to be a fun weekend!
Hope it is fun for you too...
:)

20 comments:

  1. Have a beautiful time! Gorgeous photos! ~Lulu

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  2. I just love your posts. They set the mood for the day - quiet contentment and contemplation. Your finds for today are beautiful - they are perfect in their own spacial way. Hope you have a wonderful weekend with your family and friends.

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  3. Perfect imperfections!! I love your treasures. Hope you have a wonderful get~together!

    xoxo
    Jane

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  4. how pretty and your color. I could see a soft- boiled egg in that little cup.
    Enjoy your family weekend,
    hugs, Evi

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  5. Ooooohhhh...so pretty! I love the delicate blue against the white!~Hugs, Patti

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  6. I so agree with you about imperfections...they lend history to an object. And as you said, we are not perfect. These are both beautiful and sweet.
    Have a wonderful weekend.

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  7. Well so jealous am i, first of your boat house- by the lake, You lucky duck- then of your amzing finds.
    Hope you Enjoyed your visit and scenery...
    As Always loving your blog..
    Karryann

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  8. Dear Laura
    Just love these blues and whites.. and your previous posts too.. too sad I am missing so many of your lovely posts with my internet issues..

    Hope you have a wonderful weekend.. and fun at the lake!! xxx Julie

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  9. Perfectly imperfect, special beauties over here.
    Enjoy my visit, and always leave inspired by you.
    xx
    Dore

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  10. Oh you said imperfect.......?
    That's also perfect for me ;0)
    Nice weekend

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  11. Beautiful !!! thanks for visiting my blog !! so nice!! wishing you a happy funny weekend...love Ria...

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  12. Those are SO pretty! Great find and imperfect doesn't bother me a bit either!

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  13. Oh Laura,
    How pretty. I don't mind the imperfections of time, either. They are so pretty and, as you say, just waiting for a small country bunch of wildflowers,
    Have a lovely family, fun filled weekend. XXXX

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  14. I particularly like the fact the blue is 'touchable'! xx

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  15. Have a wonderful weekend at The Lake House, Laura. p.s. I so agree, it's the imperfections that make things more interesting...

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  16. Hope you had a wonderful time. Those are two beautiful pieces!!

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  17. I beleive that is chelsea grandmother's ware from 1830 to 1850. Imperfect or not these are very nice pieces. Just beautiful.~~Sherry~~

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  18. Dear Laura,
    What a beautiful pitcher. I love the combination of white and light blue!
    Have a wonderful sunday,
    Hugs, Yvonne

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  19. Love your blue and white treasures! Sounds like you are ready for a wonderful weekend, your family and friends will certainly enjoy!

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  20. I'm certainly not perfect either so maybe that's why I'm drawn to the imperfect too.
    Have fun with your family and company!
    xx
    Carole

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