It was Saturday…
it was after I dropped Cullan off at work
and as I was driving home.
I took the long way…
through the old section of town with all the charming houses
and the cute little yards fenced in old antique fencing.
I love this part of town…
it makes me feel all nostalgic and dreamy as I wonder what is inside those old houses.
it makes me feel all nostalgic and dreamy as I wonder what is inside those old houses.
The little narrow street runs across a bridge and up a hill and by a little old grocery store
and then right past a favorite thrift store.
I wasn’t going to stop.
Really.
I had no plans to do it.
I wasn’t looking for anything… but as it I saw it coming up… I wondered what might be inside.
There just might be some vintage Shiny Brites,
or an old tinsel tree or something… and so…
I did it.
I stopped.
I wandered around –
and yes, there were Shiny Brites but they were outrageously priced so I kept wandering
and then I rounded the corner by the dishes
and there they were.
A stack of delightful, delicate, dainty creamy dreamy white plates and bowls~
over a dozen pieces in all.
Covered in details and scalloped edging…
I was loving them even before picking them up.
Then… when I saw the price tag on each of them… it was done.
Uhmmm… yeah…they were mine.
🙂
Of course,
I had to play with them and set a table in the little cottage
Oh the fun!!!
I even found an absolute favorite flower at the grocery store too!
Here’s a little peek…
Sharing at
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Tuesdays Treasures
Dixie Delights says
Those are GORGEOUS! Color me jealous 🙂
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says
Oh, I love them. You lucky girl and your pictures are fab.
Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says
Beautiful plates and photos, Courtney! Love them.
Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage says
I have GOT to move to your neighborhood! Man, those are some of the prettiest dishes I have ever seen!
Unknown says
Gorgeous pieces, such lovely photos and oh my what a deal!
Meg says
O.M.G GORGEOUS…I love them!
Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic says
You find the best stuff…..and for a steal! Love the new white beauties and the photos.
~Shanon
Lorrie says
Such pretty dishes! And a great price! You styled them beautifully.
Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR says
Courtney, what an amazing find! The dishes are gorgeous!! Lucky girl!!!
sandy says
Those are AMAZING! What a find!
Stacy's Shabby Shoppe says
What a great find! I'll bet you're glad you stopped now! (*_*)
shaggysheephome says
I think I would get a job at that thrift store so I could get to see everything coming in and buy it all!!
Mary Anne says
Wow, they ARE gorgeous! Lucky you!
Unknown says
You have the best luck finding dishes…. They are beautiful! I am drooling here. The combination of the delicate white dishes and bright cranberries… stunning!
WanderfullyLost says
beautiful and those prices are amazing!
Fiona, Lilyfield Life says
Omg what a score. They are so divine! Beautifully photographed also.
Fiona xx
A Thrifted Market says
Beautiful dishes!! Is your tablecloth a drop cloth with a painted vintage grainsack look or is it a grainsack? I love it!
Faded Charm says
Oh….so pretty. Can't wait to see more or holiday decorating:-)
Have fun!
xoxo
Kathleen
Erin~Just*Grand says
I love those plates! What a bargain… Can't wait to see what else you do with them!
sweet violets says
Now those are really pretty dishes, and the right price!!!
Meredith @ The Laundry Can Wait says
There's a find and PRICE of a lifetime. My heart is swooning! Thanks for sharing.
Blessings from Oklahoma City,
Meredith at thepolkadotshoes.blogspot.com
Leena Milligan Lanteigne says
Lucky you Courtney! You always seem to find the perfect dishes! I want some white one with some type of detailing like these – just not plain. I picked up 4 with red in them the other day for Christmas use- great for cookies and milk time! I coudl use some more vintage ornaments too. I could also use more money LOL! Your decorations look like they'e coming along! Looking forward to seeing a big reveal! Hugs, Leena
Maureen Wyatt says
Those dishes were calling your name!
Iwona says
Oh, the dishes are exceptionally beautiful. You were lucky. They look like wafers 🙂
A good week!
Nita Stacy says
Thank goodness you stopped. They are precious!
greenthumb says
Oh how lovely how could you not snap them up, so pretty.
Raffaella says
I love your plates… very pretty… Hugs!
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
What a fantastic find, Courtney! Sometimes you just have to go with that little tug that says "stop". : ) These dishes are so beautiful and I love the shape.
Jane, Naples, Florida says
Fabulous find! I could not believe the price! They are wonderful!
Jane
Flora Doora
Anne says
Courtney what a steal! Good thing you went in I think they were calling your name! Your holiday home is looking beautiful! Is that French feedsack cloth I spy on your table?
xx
Anne
Divine Theatre says
Score! Happy dance!
xo
Andie
Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says
Oh my goodness. They are gorgeous. I would have grabbed those in a heartbeat. Love them. Hugs, Marty
Mary Ellen says
What a great find!
Mary Ellen
The Working Home Keeper
Andrea says
and thank goodness you did stop! Those are amazing! what a find =)
Pura Vida says
Don't you love it when things that are meant for you call your name from beyond and beckon you to them? I sure do!
Ron says
Great plates. Great finds. Great price, Courtney! Your stylin' is always so wonderful. You certainly have the talent. xo
Anonymous says
Oh my goodness Courtney, I am in LOVE with that last photo!!! Please come to my house and make it as dreamy as yours! 🙂
Gorgeous creamy dinnerware, and what a steal!!
Hope you have a lovely week.
Sincerely,
Melinda
Anonymous says
You find the best dishes and lovelies…suek
Anonymous says
As a non-recovering dishaholic, I can totaly relate to you, to stop or not to stop, that is the question!!
ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says
Love the dishes with those pretty little scallops! That last shot is gorgeous!!
Anonymous says
Courtney, you write so beautifully. I don't think I could have done justice to those dishes if I had picked them up. But I did think of you for a split second as I rushed through the store looking for treasures. Definitely a score.
Cheers,
Miss Ellie
Elizabeth says
What a wonderful find!
Cynthia says
I ove these dishes, what a great find and a good thing you stopped. What a deal!
Cynthia
Unknown says
Are you kidding me!! What a spectacular deal!!! You are one lucky girl!!! Beautiful!! Love all the pics!
vikki says
So jealous, they are wonderful. Love the look and it fits so well with your beautiful home.
Anonymous says
Oh Cortney,
You just have no idea how bad I want those dishes! Lucky you! They make me feel like back home. My mother is from France and I know they would feel like home. Christmas Blessings to you and yours….
Christy
JP says
Oh, Courtney…you lucky girl! They are simply gorgeous. I am so jealous of your steal and gladfor you that you stopped and shared your wonderful find and gorgeous photos w/us. Looking forward to seeing more!
Would you share what camera you use? I am asking Santa for a new one!!!
Courtney says
Hi JP! I have a Canon Rebel~ LOVE LOVE LOVE it and highly recommend it!! 🙂
PamLuvsPink says
Hi Courtney!!
The are so beautiful!! The price is unreal, It's funny how that happens,
that when we see the prices of items being outrageous and then we find
a beautiful treasure and the price is ridiculously low. YAY!!!!
The are so beautiful and elegant!! Congratulations!!!
Pam
xox
The Charm of Home says
Oh wow! What a wonderful find! I did the same thing this AM. I drove past and didn't stop, now I am wishing I had! Thank you for our kind comments!
Sherry
Barbara Jean says
Gorgeous!! I sure would have snagged them up too!
blessings
barb
Rooms by Ann says
They are beautiful. Great price too.
Sherry at The Rusty Pearl says
YOU got some amazing finds !!!!!! love them
I would of purchased those too… I just blogged yesterday on some blanket finds like that …I love these plates etc..the edges are just beautiful ………. Have a blessed day
Unknown says
Oh my gosh! FIFTY CENT???? What a wonderful find! How blessed are you? Looks like Christmas came early at your house! 🙂
Doreen @ Hymns and Verses says
I know I shouldn't, but I seriously have thrift store dish envy! Love them!
Blessings,
Doreen
Doreen says
Wow! Aren't you glad you listened to your inner self? GREAT FIND!
Doreen
altered-artworks.blogspot.com
Lady Courtney says
I am loving those dishes…what a steal! Enjoy! donna 🙂
Lisa Marks says
Those dishes are just my style. I love your blog. You are an inspiration for me.
Andrea says
I love white plates for fancy dinners! Could you please consider following each other? http://www.shineonbyandrea.blogspot.com
The French Hen's Nest says
Courtney, your dishes are absolutely gorgeous! They look all lacy and romantic. What a treasure to find. Your staging is always so beautiful and I have trouble in this area. I will be using your blog as inspiration if you don't mind.
Please visit the French Hen's Nest any time and consider joining us.
Linda