Category Archives: Dishes

Dishes

Flying into The Empty Nest

Posted on July 21, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

I have been so excited since Janet at The Empty Nest announced she was opening her own shop. I have been following Janet’s blog for awhile and have always admired her beautiful creations. Friday, July 20 was the grand opening … Continue reading →

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Box of Tiny Cups

Posted on June 24, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

I just had a feeling. I had been to the thrift shop the day before and I just had a feeling I should return the following day. There was an unwrapped Beatles puzzle I wanted to purchase for my husband … Continue reading →

Posted in Dishes, Ironstone, Tablescaping, Tea Set, Thrifting, Uncategorized, Vintage | 12 Comments

Searching for Treasures One Yard Sale at a Time – Everything Coming up Roses

Posted on May 20, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

We had another gorgeous day for treasure hunting at yard sales. We focused on one end of town where there seemed to be a lot of yard sale signs. I love it when we can find treasures without having to … Continue reading →

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Spring Tweet

Posted on May 1, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

We did have some spring-like weather in our area for a while. It has certainly disappeared this week with freeze warnings, sleet and snow. However, I have been enjoying the spring-like tablescape to which some of my birdies were invited. … Continue reading →

Posted in Dishes, Garage Sales, Ironstone, Silver, Tablescaping, Thrifting, Uncategorized, Vintage, Yard Sales | 9 Comments

Seal the Deal

Posted on April 22, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

With warmer weather comes the return of yard sales! I just love this time of year. Spring holds the promise of Summer just around the corner. I am a warm weather gal. Snow and ice do not excite me one … Continue reading →

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The World of Peter Rabbit

Posted on March 4, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

Do you love the Beatrix Potter’s Peter Rabbit? I think he is the cutest little bunny and her illustrations are just so wonderful. As a child, I had a paperback version of a Beatrix Potter book which was well-read. When … Continue reading →

Posted in Beatrix Potter, Dishes, Peter Rabbit, Tablescaping, Thrifting | 11 Comments

Skating Scotties

Posted on December 17, 2011 by tammylovesdishes

For several years I’ve received as gifts various pieces from the Skating Scotties pattern by Global Design Connections by Kate Williams. When I saw the salad plates this year at Home Goods, I scooped them right up. Then my daughter … Continue reading →

Posted in Dishes, Garage Sales, Linens, Pewter, Scotties, Silver, Tablescaping, Tea Set, Thrifting, Uncategorized, Vintage, Yard Sales | 25 Comments

A Casual Winter Tablescape

Posted on November 26, 2011 by tammylovesdishes

It’s nice to settle down to a nice, casual winter dinner after the craziness of the holiday season begins. I’ve used a vintage holiday tablecloth found at a yard sale. I like that it features pinecones and has those random … Continue reading →

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Thrifting in the Outer Banks

Posted on November 12, 2011 by tammylovesdishes

We had the great fortune to spend a week in the Outer Banks of North Carolina last month. We had never been to these beaches before. Can I just say, Wow! Such beauty. Daily walks with our Scotties on the … Continue reading →

Posted in Beach, Dishes, Scotties, Tablescaping, Thrifting, Uncategorized, Vintage | 15 Comments

Ladies Board Tradition Continues

Posted on October 30, 2011 by tammylovesdishes

For many, many, many years my dear mother-in-law volunteered with the local hospital ladies board. Every year they have a huge rummage sale to raise money for hospital programs where she would help to sort, tag and then sell items. … Continue reading →

Posted in Dishes, Linens, Salt & Pepper Shakers, Tablescaping, Thrifting, Uncategorized, Vintage | 24 Comments