A while back I posted about my small collection (3 pieces!) of chintz. Well, a couple of boot sales later and it has more than doubled.
Firstly a part set of 2 small, 2 large plates a jug and a sugar bowl. I did a little whoop of joy inside when I found these for a couple of pounds. I like that they are only part-chintzed, white space is good - not so overpowering.
Also this tiny pot, it may have had a lid once, I'm not sure, but it's very cute anyway.
I also re-arranged my little white shelf, I thought there was too much pink before (if that's possible), I like it much better now.
It's Mr. Bloom's birthday tomorrow and I've invited all the family round. With the house being in turmoil we haven't entertained for a long time, so I've been busy getting out all my mismatched china...
... put out some mismatched chairs in the front room, and creatively concealed the mess in the dining room beyond...
I've managed to make the front room presentable (the curtains still aren't hemmed but I've put 2 armchairs in the window so you can't see), can't do anything about the carpet at short notice.
So lots of cleaning done today and then a bit of fluffing. I've baked half a cake - I only have one cake tin so have to bake in 2 batches. I'm trying a new recipe for a wheat-free sponge, part 1 has come out OK, I think I'll do part 2 and the icing tomorrow as it's getting a bit late for me now. If it tastes nice I'll post the recipe.
Oops, and I still have to wrap some presents - I wonder where they are - best get going!
Happy Birthday to Mr Bloom!
ReplyDeleteGood luck with entertaining and your cake, hope it works out ok for you.
Victoria x
Love your collection of chintz!!
ReplyDeleteDiane
So pretty, i just love the china...im a huge royal doulton fan.
ReplyDeleteOh pretty pretty collection of chintz. My Mother collects chintz too and I'll have to show her your blog.
ReplyDeleteLove all the mismatched china and glass. How sweet looking.
Jillian
I love the chintz collection! it looks so pretty grouped together. Have fun at Mr. B's birthday bash, love Sue x
ReplyDeleteDon't you just love mismatched crockery. It looks so pretty. I prefer it to a matching set, apart from the Christmas dinner when I use a plain old white set.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day tomorrow.
Lucy xx
Happy Birthday Mr. bloom :) What a perfect little day you are going to have in your adorable home X
ReplyDeleteHow nice that you are having a party for your DH.
ReplyDeletePlease post us pictures!
I`m curious to see the cake... the yummy food... and of course more of your beautiful mismatched china!
Have a lovely weekend!
Hugs
Debbie Moss
Lucy - Hi hope the day went well and Mr Bloom is now quietly snoozing in the wing chair. The room looked lovely - you can never have too much chintz!! Its lovely - there was some lovelyParagon greeny chintz edged pieces but couldn't justify the £4.99 and £6.99 prices for them and the jug had a crack in it! xxC I am not supposed to be online - I posted some pics and siad I wouldnt go on this weekend cos we have a blitzy weekend ahead of us. Alan has added a wooden shelf on both sides of the conservatory - high up for adding vintage things - all the stuff that had to go in the loft - I was determined to find somewhere for it all - I triumphed - can't wait to get up there tomorrow and get it on display. The conservatory is stained dark wood and I wanted to paint it but I am being sensible and there are plenty of years ahead of us to do it. In the meantime I will go for the colonial look! - I would love wooden venetians but not this year!!
ReplyDeleteJust clicked on one of your commenters and she was posting about the price of oil/fuel. I did a calculation on $'s, litres etc and we are paying $9.34 per gallon here
ReplyDeleteChintz overkill...gosh, I don't think that's possible!
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First, a Happy Birthday to your Mr. Bloom...
ReplyDeleteYour cottage looks just perfect and there is no such thing as CHINTZ OVERKILL...no 'mam...the more, the better.
Bet that cake was delicious..give us the recipe, please.
Sorry I can't help you on yur underlined problem...I am surprised each morning when I click on my blog and it actually comes up!!!
hugs, bj
Love your collection of chintz and the way you have it displayed. So pretty.
ReplyDeleteI hope that Mr Bloom enjoys all of his shabby chic style gifts!!
ReplyDeleteLove the chintz! ;-)
Happy Birthday to your special Mister. Have a wonderful celebration.
ReplyDeleteLucy, it all looks beautiful, and I'm not sure there is such a thing as too much chintz.
I really enjoy this blog, you have lovely vintage stuff. I am such a novice collector :o)
ReplyDeleteHi Lucy, love your chintz, really pretty. Hope Mr Bloom had a great birthday.
ReplyDeleteRosie x
Doesn't chintz look even prettier when it's grouped together like in your photos, lovely!!! Good luck with the party, hope Mr Bloom had a good birthday. Your home is looking lovely
ReplyDeleteKimx
Sorry... ME AGAIN!
ReplyDeleteJust a quick note to say that I will treasure forever your support... and I to let you know... if your ever need any type of support... you have mine!
Kisses
Debbie Moss
By the way... how was the birthday party for your DH?
Any cake left for me! PLEASEEEEEEE!
Love the Chintz and the mis-matched china! Have you seen mine? Its on the Washerwoman blog. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteHi Lucy Bloom,
ReplyDeleteI saw your blog link at Lilly Cottage and was taken with your name: Lucy Bloom. Now how sweet is that. And then to call your husband/partner, Mr. Bloom was too cute for words. Love your blog and plan to visit often. I also visited your little shop and found the pretty pegs most intriguing. Can't wait to read and see more.
Regards,
Theresa @ Cottage Violets
www.cottageviolets.com
It all looks so very pretty & inviting!
ReplyDeleteYour chintz collection is beautiful! I have been on the lookout for some, but sadly, there is none to be found around here :( Hope your day was perfect!
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