Have you ever found some pretty china at a thrift store that you immediately love?
A few weeks ago I walked into Salvation Army and saw this pretty blue Vintage Royal Albert patterned china entitled "Prudence." I believe it is from the 1920's.
There were more teacups priced at $4.99 each but I didn't want to be too extravagant so I purchased just two of the collectible cups and saucers with matching tea plates.
The tea plates and creamer were $1.99 each. The cake plate $3.99.
My sweet sis had two luncheon plates that she surprised me with.
I am so attracted to this delicate and beautiful pattern with its pastel colours and tiny polka dots. This particular Prudence pattern has flowers on the outer cup and a lacy border on the inner cup. It is in the Avon shape.
I am trying not to accumulate too much china but what can I say? How can one pass up a great deal on such pretty blue china pieces?
Do you agree?
Today is Easter Sunday and I am once again early to rise .
These are the miniature pink roses I bought for my Easter Table.
Later I will plant them outside.
I am enjoying the peace and quiet because there will be nine of us for turkey dinner tonight.
I wanted to share my little Easter Angel.
Do you remember when Easter used to be in April?
Most of my teapots are
pink but these are my two favourite pastel blue ones. The one on the left is a Sadler and the one on the right is a Hall.
Did you know that there is also a "pink" Prudence pattern?
Sadly, I have only this creamer in the pretty pink pattern.
This is our Easter Table ready for tonight's celebration that Jesus Christ is risen today.
The china is Mikasa's "April Rose."
I can't wait to see my darling grand daughter sitting in her high chair at the table tonight.
Easter Blessings Dear Friends!
See you next week!
Karen
This week I will be joining these beautiful blogspots:
Bernideen's ~http://blog.bernideens.com/
Bernideen's Tea Time Cottage and Garden Blog Party
Beverly ~http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/
Pink Saturday
Martha ~ http://www.marthasfavorites.com
Tea on Tuesday
Tuesday Cuppa Tea
Sandi~http://sandimyyellowdoor.blogspot.ca
No Place Like Home
No Place Like Home
Hope to see you there!
Dear Karen:
ReplyDeleteNow we are so spoiled seeing your china in two different settings! The blue pieces are very charming and sweet. I was drawn to the little April angel! Darling! Have a wonderful week and thank you for sharing and linking.
Hi Karen, you find the best deals while out thrifting, and what a gorgeous, feminine pattern you found. Your tea table looks so pretty and so does your dining table. I know you had a wonderful Easter!
ReplyDeleteLove those creamers. Such lovely pieces and a great table setting. I still can hardly get over you having the same lampshade that I have 2 of!
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful! I would not have been able to resist that china either. And your dining table is lovely. Happy Easter!
ReplyDeleteI have the same April Rose china. It was my mothers. I got it when she passed away. Actually I think she gave it to me before that. At least I got part of it. Then what she had in her china cabinet afterwards. To my knowledge she never used it.
ReplyDeleteCharlotte Moore
The china is so pretty, love it paired with your other gorgeous blue!
ReplyDeleteYou always find the BEST stuff at the thrift stores, Karen! This is the first time I've seen the RA's pretty Prudence pattern. What a fabulous score!
ReplyDeleteI too am trying not too accumulate too much china, hence, my failure to abide by your "get it or regret it" mantra. Hee!
Hi Karen: April Rose is one of the china patterns I own. I love it. Your thrift store tea cup is stunning. Have a wonderful week. Sending hugs your way! Martha
ReplyDeleteHi Karen, what pretty china you have shared with us! It's all so pretty and displayed so nicely! Happy last few days of March!
ReplyDeleteGina
Hello Karen. Nice to meet you as well. I just found your comment on my blog, so I am linking back to you. I love all your pretty teawares, along with your lovely sentiments for our Risen Lord. :)
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you,
Heather
Hello Karen. Nice to meet you as well. I just found your comment on my blog, so I am linking back to you. I love all your pretty teawares, along with your lovely sentiments for our Risen Lord. :)
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you,
Heather
I love your blue and white china...and the sheer white curtains. There's something so soothing about a blue/white decor, I think.AND, your little April Angel! I have a January angel somewhere....I received it on my birthday one year when I was really young...
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet find! I would have bought the beautiful blue set too! I always enjoy your pretty posts and seeing your lovely teas.
ReplyDeleteNancy
What a sweet find! I would have bought the beautiful blue set too! I always enjoy your pretty posts and seeing your lovely teas.
ReplyDeleteNancy
Hi Karen,
ReplyDeleteI am certain you had a lovely Easter with your family. Your little granddaughter just makes it that much more special to have her join you! Your table looks lovely. The Prudence pattern is very sweet in blue and in pink. I don't blame you a bit for bringing them home with you. Easter is such a wonderful celebration of our Lord's resurrection whether it's in March or April. Thanks for sharing and enjoy your day.
Blessings,
Sandi
This blue set is very romantic and your pictures are fairy as usual. I'm sure you had a lovely Easter.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Alessandra