Creating a special occasion tablescape is always fun and Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion. This year my Valentine’s Tablescape was created using vintage pieces from my collection.
I don’t actually remember when I began collecting the pink rose dishes but they have always been an object of my affection. Thrift stores, flea markets and yard sales are the best places for me to add to my collection. It simply doesn’t matter to me if all of the patterns are exactly the same. The pink rose dishes were mass produced in the 40’s and 50’s when they were available at 5¢ & 10¢ stores. Most have a gold rim.
My mother and aunt were very close, like sisters and both purchased sets for their homes when they were young newlyweds. I can almost see Momma and Aunt Doris going into town shopping at the 5¢ & 10¢. They loved to visit and share coffee and conversation. I’m sure they filled their pretty coffee cups repeatedly and kept talking.
The teapot was a treasured find from a thrift store visit when we were vacationing. It’s actually a music box which no longer works but also a tea pot and the perfect container for our floral centerpiece. It’s really beautiful with the little pink roses and accents of gold.
The table is layered with a red tablecloth then my Mom’s vintage white lace tablecloth on top. Mom used that lace tablecloth for many holiday occasions so it has a few war wounds but even more memories.
The placemats are my latest creations from my sewing room and I made them using a vintage pattern I found in a local thrift store.
Those yummy cookies are our Soft & Chewy Strawberry Cake Mix cookies which are great with coffee! The deep red dishes are from the Avon Cape Cod collection circa 1970’s.
My hubby and I have been enjoying our evening meals at our Valentine’s tablescape for several weeks now. I was afraid we’d get the placemats soiled but they are machine washable and what good are they if we can’t use them, right! They are actually reversible and I will show you the other side soon. They are sure to show up again for our July 4th tablescape this year.
Create some romance by setting a pretty Valentine’s tablescape for yourself and your sweetheart. Use what you have and don’t make it all too matchy matchy! Be sure to enjoy your meals there for the full effect!
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Cindy says
Love the dishes, such a sweet table setting!
Thanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
Blessings,
Cindy
Mary says
It’s all so lovely. The tea cup bottoms with the little ornate bases… I just am in love! I just love all the vintage and memories that it brings. The lace table cloth too. Oh I just could go on and on. xxoo
Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says
My grandmother had those dishes! I have some of her collection, and I treasure them. What a lovely tablescape for Valentine’s Day. 🙂
~Lorelai
Life With Lorelai
Laurie says
Shirley, A beautiful table set with a lovely vintage feel. Love that tablecloth and the pretty dishes. Thanks for sharing your posts with us this week at Brag About It! Hope you had a wonderful Valentine’s Day.
Claudia Krusch says
This is a fantastic tablescape. I love the tea pot as a flower pot. Those plates are so pretty. I will have to make my table look like this if I can.
Carissa says
These are so pretty. So romantic and brings me to a place of feeling like I’m in a castle.
I love the mixing of colors and prints.
Just beautiful.
Liz Mays says
I really like how the white lace tablecloth works with the color red! Those cookies looked perfect with this tablescape!
Alicia Taylor says
I love your tablescape. Those plates are so romantic with the little flowers and all. Just a perfect setting.
Christine says
Beautiful table Shirley, just beautiful!
Sarah Bailey says
That is a beautiful table setting. The vintage look is so grand. It really looks amazing.
Rebecca Bryant says
Oh my word you are talking my language here. i love a vintage table setting and yes tea please.
Tina says
Your vintage tablescape is stunning. I love that you made your placemats from a vintage pattern. What wonderful memories you will have of you and your husband dining at this table. I agree what good is it if you don’t use it!
Mandy Carter says
Very pretty table setting and so romantic. It reminds me of my grandmothers dishes.
Stephanie Jeannot says
What beautiful China you have there. I live the plates and every item you have on your table. The pink roses do make them really nice. Happy Valentine’s Day.
Carole @ From My Carolina Home says
What a lovely tablescape, I adore vintage dishes.
Alli Smith says
I simply LOVE your vintage tablescape. I remember the five and dime and buying a bag full of penny candy. It’s so much fun to mix and match tableware to create tablescapes that bring back precious memories. Happy Valentine’s Day!!