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Saturday, January 5, 2013

Isn't It Romantic?

 
Isn't it romantic???
  
 Cool enough for romantic walks, warm enough for a few roses that refuse to lie dormant. I am definitely in a red and white romantic mood.
 
                    Thinking of February to come and Valentine's Day....
 Yesterday I found the cutest heart shaped jelly beans.....can't wait to open those. You wouldn't believe how pretty they are...
                                   My Pretty Crown Ducal teacups....
 

                             I am enjoying my reds and Whites....



               Mixing in my Churchill Antique Rose with my modern Eva Zeisel

 You all told me I would have fun with my Hutch...how did I go so long without one?
                                         Isn't it romantic???

 
Leaving the roses behind and heading for the snow. Hard to believe we are only an hour and half away. So many different climates here. Just an hour in the other direction and we are at the beach!
Bisous,
Karen

I am linking up with:

A Sunny Simple Life 

The Tablescaper





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52 comments:

  1. Feral TurtleJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    Beautiful pictures! I would say very romantic! Cheers.

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  2. Red Rose AlleyJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    Karen,
    You know I am lovin' this post with the red roses and the hearts, oh my! The red shows up so nicely against your white hutch. Where did you ever find heart shaped jelly beans? Isn't California the best with all the climates? My husband and son just went to the ocean in So Cal. Now, I'm ready for a trip. The snow sounds delightful to me right now. Have a fun weekend.
    ~Sheri at Red Rose Alley

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 5, 2013 at 2:49 PM

      Thanks, Sheri! Can you believe I found the heart shaped jelly beans at the market? I am going to post a picture of them. They are just so sweet! I am looking forward to the snow. We are supposed to have a little snow fall while at Northstar tomorrow. The kids will love it!! I'll get pictures!!
      Karen

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  3. Michele M./ Finch RestJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    Oh so beautiful!

    You need to hook up to Beverly's How Sweet the Sound blog for her Pink Saturday with this gorgeous post.

    I love love loooooove that china!!!!!!!!!!! Wish i could come over to sip tea in those with you (and try to beg you to open your pretty pink jelly beans you have teased us with seeing, haha.)

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:11 AM

      You are so good to me!! I went right over and joined the party! Oh man...how far away are you? I'd love a good excuse to open up the jelly beans!! I bought two packs. They are super cute. I'll have to add them to an up coming post. :)
      Have a great weekend, Michele!
      Karen

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  4. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:00 AM

    Karen, I love all of your red and white! Everything looks so pretty! I really need to get more transferware. Have a great weekend!

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:14 AM

      Thanks, Shenita!! I do like my new collection! Transferware is fun and great for so many occasions. Thanks so much for stopping by! Have a great weekend too!
      Karen

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  5. Danni@SiloHillFarmJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    Very beautiful! I love red and white....how is it that it doesn't go with any of my decor??? I guess that's why I love Valentines Day...I can sneak some in and no one notices it doesn't match!! Love those teacups by the way!

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  6. SusanJanuary 5, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    Hi Karen....Pretty, pretty, SO PRETTY. Thank you so much for your visits. Loved your post and your header, too! Susan

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 5, 2013 at 2:51 PM

      Thanks, Susan! So glad you came by!! Enjoy your weekend!
      Karen

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  7. The French HutchJanuary 5, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    I think anyone visiting your home would think "Romantic". I love your red/pink and white, especially the milk maid plate. I see you are way ahead of me, I'm still putting away Christmas decorations and you are ready for Valentine's Day! Thanks for sharing your lovely home.
    Happy New Year........

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 5, 2013 at 2:59 PM

      Thanks, Emily! I got a jump start right after Christmas. An energy spurt that didn't last too long! I have always loved red! :) Thanks so much for visiting!
      Karen

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  8. Savannah GrannyJanuary 5, 2013 at 1:06 PM

    Hi, I am visiting from Beverly's Pink Saturday. I love your beautiful red, pink and chute. It will indeed soon be Valentine's Day. Thanks for sharing your beautiful transfer ware and white ware. Your hutch looks "So Romantic"! Thanks for sharing, Ginger

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 5, 2013 at 3:02 PM

      Thank you, Ginger!!! I am enjoying my red and white romance. I think I need to have some tea and watch a Jane Austin Movie :)
      Karen

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  9. Savannah GrannyJanuary 5, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    OOPS! That would be "beautiful red, pink and white".
    xo

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  10. Julie MarieJanuary 5, 2013 at 1:43 PM

    Your hutch is so beautiful!... I love all of your red and white china, and your rose... and well, all of it!... I too am thinking of Valentines and Spring... would love to find some of those heart shaped jelly beans... xoxo Julie Marie

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  11. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    Oh Karen, your dishes are so lovely! I must check out your Etsy shop.
    Happy Pink Saturday,
    Dorothy

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:26 AM

      Thanks, Dorothy! With my long term sub jobs and Christmas I haven't had as much time as I'd like for Etsy shop. Thanks for checking it out though!! Had a lot of fun with Pink Saturday! Thanks!
      Karen

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  12. PollyannaJanuary 5, 2013 at 3:31 PM

    Your transferware is amazing ... I also collect the red and white (or pink and white as it is also thought of) I really liked the combo with the modern white china ... in fact its all lovely.

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 5, 2013 at 4:27 PM

      Thank you! The white "modern" dishes are by Eva Zeisel. She was a Hungarian artist that did a collection for Hall Craft in 1952. I was lucky to find all of it at a garage sale for 75 cents each!!! I almost hesitated on the pieces because I have so much stuff. After reading about her history,etc. I am so glad I bought it all :)
      Karen

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  13. xinexJanuary 5, 2013 at 5:30 PM

    I love your red and white transferware. They're gorgeous!...Christine

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:28 AM

      Thanks, Christine! It's so fun to collect, isn't it? I LOVE All the dishes you used for your New Year party....you sure do a big spread! Love it :)
      Karen

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  14. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    Karen,

    Lovely post. I love your plate stand and the way it is displayed.

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:32 AM

      Oh, thanks. I could probably switch things around every day. I do love having a hutch now. Everything was just packed away before. Not too convenient or fun! I am happy to play around with this. Hopefully I'll get better :)
      Karen

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  15. StephanieJanuary 5, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    Everything looks so beautiful and yes, romantic :) Enjoy your heart jelly beans - how fun and cute!

    Have a lovely Sunday!

    Hugs,
    Stephanie

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:33 AM

      Thanks, Stephanie! I appreciate your visit and nice comments! I need to get some pictures of my Jelly beans :)
      Karen

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  16. Clara January 5, 2013 at 7:00 PM

    Beautiful post..You are all ready for Valentines Day. You made me hungry just thinking about heart shaped jelly beans.
    ~Clara

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:36 AM

      Thanks, Clara! If the sun peeks out soon and I have time, I am going to get some pictures of the jelly beans. :) I have to admit, I love Valentine's Day. 8 years of living in France too...they don't celebrate like we do. No one talks about Valentine's Day and children certainly don't exchange cards, etc. so I kind of go overboard now that I am home.
      Karen

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  17. Little Miss MaggieJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    Your red roses are beautiful. Red and white transferware is one of my favorites. Please share your heart shaped jelly beans.

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:38 AM

      Maggie, so funny. I just mentioned those jelly beans and boy I am surprised anyone noticed it. I am going to post a picture ASAP. I might need to get an extra bag or two and have a Valentine's giveaway! :)
      Karen

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  18. NanaDianaJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    I love your red and whites. They are so pretty this time of year after Christmas has been put away for the year. LOVElY- xo Diana

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:45 AM

      Thanks, Diana. I was happy to display all my red and white after Christmas. I was ready for the brown and white to come down. It was great for fall, but this seemed cheerful and perfect for Valentine's Day!
      Karen

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  19. JeanneJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:48 PM

    Wow, beautiful treasures and yes, how romantic. I loved your post today.
    Happy 2013.
    xo, Jeanne

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:46 AM

      Thank you, Jeanne! I am glad you stopped by! Happy New Year to you too!
      Karen

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  20. My Little Home and GardenJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    I like the red and white touches in your home, especially your beautiful dishes. They would make me smile, just looking at them.
    -Karen

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  21. SandyJanuary 6, 2013 at 2:21 AM

    Such a beautiful China Closet filled
    with wonderful dishes.. I love the
    look. Yes, it's romantic.
    Thanks for sharing
    Sandy

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:52 AM

      Thanks, Sandy! I enjoyed going over to your beautiful blog! I love all the pretty white bibs, etc for your soon-to-be new grandchild! Thanks for visiting!
      Karen




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  22. Crystal GrandeurJanuary 6, 2013 at 2:40 AM



    Very Romantic indeed.love the way you have set it....thanks...sujatha.:):):)

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:53 AM

      Thank you so much, Crystal! I am glad you came by! Looking forward to being blog friends!
      Karen

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  23. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~January 6, 2013 at 5:42 AM

    Love your romantic decor! :) And those heart shaped jelly beans sound good and sweet too! Happy Sunday! xo Holly

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  24. Blondie's JournalJanuary 6, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    Your hutch is beautiful! How I'd love to have room for one! And you are definitely ready for Valentines Day! You are a true romantic!

    Thanks for stopping by...I love your blog!

    XO,
    Jane

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  25. GARAGE SALE GALJanuary 6, 2013 at 2:57 PM

    It's time to get into the Valentine mood and I see you are there! It's great fun to decorate a hutch! Love the red and white dishes.
    Thanks for your kind comment about my living room!
    Warmly,
    deb

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  26. DianneJanuary 6, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Love the romantic looks of your china cabinet. the dishes are lovely and that cut glass is amazing. Dianne

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  27. Terra January 6, 2013 at 7:49 PM

    This red and white theme is very pretty and it reminds me of Valentine's Day in the near future.

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 9, 2013 at 5:36 PM

      Thanks Terra....I had Valentine's Day in mind when I changed up the hutch the day after Christmas! I love Valentine's Day and red in general! Hope you are having a good week!
      Karen

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  28. Crystal GrandeurJanuary 6, 2013 at 8:54 PM



    Thank you to visit me too and i love to be your friend.the red juice you see in the wine glass is fresh tomato juice,they are home grown organic tomatoes.have a nice day.....:):)

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 9, 2013 at 5:37 PM

      Oh, that sounds delicious! I have never had fresh homegrown tomato juice like that! Yum. I ope you are having a good week!
      Karen

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  29. treeJanuary 7, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    Fantastic photos. I love the color theme!

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    1. Shabby Brocante, KarenJanuary 9, 2013 at 5:38 PM

      Thanks, Lisa! I am loving the red white right now and I just have to add a few little things for Valentine's Day and Voila! Thanks for stopping by!
      Karen

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  30. Katie MansfieldJanuary 7, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    I love your red and white. I have to find some of those heart shaped jelly beans.

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  31. Manuela@A Cultivated NestJanuary 9, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    So pretty! So romantic!

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  32. JennaJanuary 13, 2013 at 10:15 AM

    LOVE that china cabinet with all its lovely decorations! Thanks for stopping by my blog earlier!!

    Jenna @ rainonatinroof.com

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