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Collections and Obsessions

May 12, 2015 By Meegan 14 Comments

Such a fun day to visit my blog today.  I can hardly wait for YOU to see my blogging friends collections and how you can design your home around and with your collections.collections tour logo

To follow along and join us, please follow #whatIcollect on all social media.  It is going to be quite fun.  If YOU post YOUR collections on social media, I would be happy to share YOUR collections on my social media as well.  Fun, right?

Collections and Obsessions? Hmmm…What should I call them?

Collecting Vintage Cups and Saucers

I prefer to call them collections, and if I am not careful it could be an obsession.

Vintage Sugar and Creamer Set

Let me tell you why.  It all started when I first got married.  My grandma thought every home needed a sugar bowl and a creamer.  This was my first set.

Tea Cups Collection

Well, then I needed some cups in the same colors, right?  Touches of pinks, mauve and gold trim are my fave.

Cups and Saucers Collection

It could be an obsession because EVERY-TIME I walk into a thrift store or consignment shop, I NEED to see if there are tea cups and saucers.  They pull me in. Really, they do…

Vintage Sugar Bowl

Sometimes there doesn’t even have to be a match for the saucer.  See what I mean?

Hand painted tea cup

The tea cup in the front left was hand painted by the same grandma that gave me my first sugar bowl and creamer. I love the delicate flowers, don’t you?

Handmade Ceramic TeaCup

When she received Desert Rose Franciscan Ware as a gift, she made tea cups to match.

Handmade Tea Bag Saucer

But, she did not stop there.  She also made tea bag saucers with tiny ceramic roses.  Okay-are you seeing where I MIGHT have inherited this collection or obsession?

Handmade ceramic salt and pepper shakers

Tea Cups and Saucers Collection

AND, yes she made salt and pepper shakers to match.  I know!  See how I come by this honestly?

Plates Above Pantry Door

Tea Saucer Collection

I like using tea plates and/or saucers as home decor, too.

Living Room Plates

Tea Saucer and Plate Gallery Wall

To see how I hang my tea saucers without plate hangers, visit My Plate Gallery Wall post. It is super easy and will amaze you.

I am also working on a dining room table top using thrifted plates and saucers. I actually have been working on it for awhile (UM, years…).  I am hoping to have it done within the next 2 weeks.  I hope you come back then to see my work.

Collections and Obsessions??? What do YOU think?  In my mind, I use them because I am trying to create a cottage feel in my desert condo in Las Vegas.  It works for me.  And, I love each and every piece.

So, let’s have more fun and visit my friends collections and design ideas, below.  They each are incredibly talented and so you will enjoy every one.

Thanks for joining me today as I share my Collections and Obsessions. Make it a collecting kind of day!

Meegan

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Comments

  1. Judy Miller says

    May 12, 2015 at 5:08 AM

    read your blog every time, so informative, keep up the great work(play!). Thank You! Blessings.

    Reply
  2. Angie Kraeske says

    May 12, 2015 at 5:32 AM

    Your collection is so pretty, Meegan. And I definitely see how you inherited it. Your grandma had excellent taste and an affinity for beautiful things. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  3. diy180 says

    May 12, 2015 at 5:38 AM

    How lovely Meegan! I didn’t show all my plates and bowls collections because I thought it was too much. Dang, I should have shown all my collection now. LOL, Lovely pieces and can’t wait to see the table you are working on.

    Reply
  4. Julie {Lilacs & Longhorns} says

    May 12, 2015 at 6:28 AM

    I cannot believe your grandmother made those beautiful salt and pepper shakers (as well as all the other beautiful things)! She was one talented lady, and yes, I can see how you got your obsession. I also love tea cups — I love all dishes actually. I could buy new dishes every time I see them, but the hubs wouldn’t be too excited about that. I have to curb my enthusiasm but I sneak a few new ones in here and there! lol I LOVE your collection and I’m so glad we did this tour — it’s fun! :)

    Reply
  5. jeanettecountrydesignstyle says

    May 12, 2015 at 8:18 AM

    I love the shabby chic look of your vintage cup and saucers and plates! Fun displays.

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  6. paulasweetpea says

    May 12, 2015 at 12:00 PM

    You have such a nice collection of vintage cups and saucers and plates. I enjoyed looking at the many patterns that you have and also the ways that you display them.

    Reply
  7. Lindsey@BetterAfter says

    May 12, 2015 at 12:47 PM

    What a sweet connection to share with your grandmother! I love how unique they all are, but still blend together perfectly. Fabulous!

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  8. Lindsey@BetterAfter says

    May 12, 2015 at 12:56 PM

    Hi Meegan! I tried to leave a comment earlier, but I think my computer ate it! Anyway, just wanted to tell you how lovely your collection is! What a special connection to share with your grandmother.

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  9. Kathy@ Petticoat Junktion says

    May 12, 2015 at 5:08 PM

    Ah Meegan, I loved reading about your grandmother. She was very talented and I bet she was a charmer too. I love the teabag holder she made the best.

    Reply
    • Meegan says

      May 16, 2015 at 10:11 PM

      You are so sweet. I LOVE your quilt collection. I love how vibrant the colors are. What a fun tour!

      Reply
  10. Jen @ Girl in the Garage says

    May 12, 2015 at 8:56 PM

    Meegan your grandma was so talented! I can definitely see where you got your skills from and your love of vintage cups and saucers. I cannot wait to see your table when it’s finished- I’m sure it will be gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Meegan says

      May 16, 2015 at 10:09 PM

      Thank you Jen! It is fun to have some of her belongings :) The table is a work in progress. Hoping to have it done soon.
      Thanks for the tour. It was really fun.

      Reply
  11. artsychicksrule says

    May 13, 2015 at 6:40 PM

    Oh Meegan, somehow I just knew I’d love your collection before I even saw it!!! And I do!!!
    Lovely! :)
    xo
    Nancy

    Reply
    • Meegan says

      May 16, 2015 at 10:05 PM

      You are so nice, Nancy. I really think we have the same taste. You know, like our rugs??? (Too funny!)

      Reply

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