Did I mention that I love dishes? I especially love vintage hand-painted dishes.
I would like to say these are my favorites, but they are like children; it’s just too hard to choose. These are especially lovely, though. They are Haviland, hand-painted, and made in France. I have five dishes all hand-painted by the same artist.
If you like hand-painted dishes, the following giveaway is going on until midnight, July 2, 2011.
This is such a sweet hand-painted dish that I use for small things like homemade fudge.
To go with the French dishes, I thought we should use French silver. It is a very simple pattern, but I love it. To see more of my French silver, click here.
The tablecloth is a ruffled shower curtain I purchased for less than $50 at BedBath Store.
This tureen is an antique that we received as a wedding present.
These lovely crystal stems are from my mother-in-law. Someone broke several of these, but we won’t discuss that.
I thought some vintage silver, pink roses and candlelight would complete the mood. Every time I use these candlesticks I smile, because they remind me of Hyacinth’s candlelight suppers on Keeping Up Appearances.
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marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says
June 23, 2011 at 18:35Oh my, such beautiful dishes. They are so delicate and so beautifully painted. Your tablescape is lovely and of course I especially love that you added a little silver to it. Gorgeous.
Thanks for the visit and your gracious comments. You asked about the grain sack toweling. I bought it online from a company called Quilter Studio. The have several patterns and a lot of colors. $4.95 yd. Really pretty. Hugs, Marty
Southerncook says
June 23, 2011 at 18:59Your handpainted French plates are so beautiful. I do have an appreciation for them because my grandmother did porcelain painting. I have very few of her pieces but they are so special to me.
You have a beautiful blog and I am your newest follower.
Carolyn/A Southerners Notebook
ShantyGirl says
June 24, 2011 at 01:36You have a very nice set of handpainted dishes, they are beautiful.
Sherry
Amy Kinser says
June 24, 2011 at 04:35Your dishes are just beautiful. So romantic and feminine. This would make any meal or dessert such a treat.
Janet says
June 24, 2011 at 04:50Simply beautiful!
Martha says
June 24, 2011 at 09:30What beautiful dishes! You set a great table and I love all of your treasures!
Susan says
June 24, 2011 at 10:05Oh I do love these hand painted dishes!! They are so beautiful!
Amy @MaisonDecor says
June 24, 2011 at 11:28I have some pretty handpainted limoges and other odd pieces. They are like little works of art! Thx for the follow~following back!
A Few Pennies says
June 24, 2011 at 12:55Your tablescape is dreamy-beautiful!
Mindie Hilton says
June 24, 2011 at 16:17stunning!
I am just reminding everyone about tonights link party that runs Friday evening through Mondays!
I also have an ongoing give away link party now too.
Hope to see you soon.
http://bacontimewiththehungryhypo.blogspot.com/
come strut your stuff
Michele Smith says
June 24, 2011 at 16:33Your dishes are so beautiful. I love the tablescape you created. So perfectly french and sweet!
Have a good weekend!
Michele
Cozy Little House says
June 24, 2011 at 20:32All so lovely. And romantic. Relaxed me just gazing at your pretties.
Brenda
klcmaher says
June 24, 2011 at 23:45I stopped by from Bloggy Moms. I love this table setting. It is so southern and so romantic! Would love to have you drop by my blog too. http://klcmaher-themorethemerrier.blogspot.com
Melanie says
June 27, 2011 at 01:30Love Haviland, one of my faves! Your dishes are so beautiful.
Designs By Pinky says
June 27, 2011 at 03:20Beautiful dishes. I gave my Grandmothers dishes to my son. He LOVES having them. XO, Pinky
Deborah says
June 27, 2011 at 03:28The dishes are to die for and the tablescape is simply beautiful! Thanks for inspiring us with your treasures!
Ann@A Sentimental Life says
June 27, 2011 at 23:18i read about your blog on Kim’s Southern Savy. I love old dishes, crystal and silver too. I am your newest follower!
Susie Q says
June 28, 2011 at 01:17So beautiful, ethereal actually…dreamy and just perfect!
Love,
Sue
ThisVintageHouse says
June 28, 2011 at 01:27I LOVE the dishes, they would be so pretty on my table. LOL
I’m a new follower!
Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made says
June 28, 2011 at 03:01OH those dishes are stunning!! I love your china and the french silverware and the linens and well, love it all! I really like the candlesticks!
Rosemary730 says
June 28, 2011 at 11:55I love your blog…so many interesting things to look at. Love that tea set too. You are just so generous.
Rosemary
cam says
June 28, 2011 at 18:19what time is dinner? am i invited? that’s a lovely table. I really like the shower curtain idea. genius!
Anita @ Cedar Hill Ranch says
June 28, 2011 at 22:23Of course Cam; come on over!!