Plain and Simple, But Sweet!

I'm feeling tired, are you? I hope you are having alot more energy. Maybe it is because it is STILL so hot here, or maybe it is because of all that partying over at Karla's! ;-) Thank you VERY much for your sweet comments below and I'm so glad that many of you had the chance to visit her and the others who joined in the fun. I know I enjoyed visiting some new homes that I hadn't been to before! So many wonderful things to see!

I showed a glimpse of my new white daisy apron in the last post and here are a few more pictures of it. Sweet little pocket and trim - and in perfect vintage condition! I found this on Ebay and just couldn't resist it.

I also had the chance to visit Goodwill yesterday and brought home these simple, plain dishes - 

Plain and simple are good, but the addition of the green floral plate and the teacup make things a bit sweeter, I think -

It really is so much fun to collect dishes with different colors and patterns, because when you bring them home and open your cupboard, you get to create a whole new setting that you won't see at anyone else's table. If you can, try the mix and matching approach when collecting your china - the combinations are endless.

And speaking of simple, cracker anyone?

   

Comments

[Sue]

I love mixing china/dishes/glassware and silverware. It is much more fun, unique and down right pretty isn't it? I always adore the tableware you choose...these white and yellow items are just right and the tea cup? Precious!
Hugs,
Sue

[Barbara @ Southern Lady's Vintage]

I agree Kim! It is hard for me to pass up vintage china and glassware. Somehow it just works. I can't even pass by the ones that have little nicks in them. I figure I can use them to hold a candle or rings or something.
Hugs,
Barbara

[Teresa]

Nice finds. Love the buttery yellows.

[Debbie Walker]

I have just found this wonderful world of bloggers a few days ago (thru the old painted cottage,LOVE HER!] So far you are the BEST! I can't seem to leave your site. You have such a lovely home. Thanks for sharing with those of us who can't get enough. I don't have my own site, but am thinking I could give up sleeping to create one, it's so much fun lol! Again, thanks.

[Esther Sunday]

Hoping you get rested soon! You never cease to amaze me how you can make your purchases work so wonderfully together! Love, Esther

[Katie]

I am always so inspired by you and your wonderful treasures! I think I may need to pop into a few places tomorrow...perhaps a treasure will find me as well.

Thanks for the lovelies!

[Laurie]

Oh, you're so much fun, KIM! Love the fun mix and match effect! I'm the same!

[iralamija]

Love your blog! :)

[Amanda (aka Cottage Contessa)]

Great finds Kim. The apron is adorable! I too had a great deal of luck out thrifting today. Oh the simple pleasures........

[Elzie]

So many lovely things. I really loved the curtain (?). Looked so fresh and nice.
Have a great weekend.
Love Elzie

[Rhonda]

I'm a big fan of vintage aprons. Yours is lovely. I had'nt considered mixing and matching. I like the idea!
Rhonda

[Wild Rose]

Hi Kim

I love your daisy apron! Such a pretty cup and saucer and great bargains at Goodwill.

Marie x

[Sharron]

I love Goodwill also!!! And I love to have one of a kind items!!! That is what really makes a house a home... your own personal flair!!!!
You and Ms Daisy have a wonderful weekend!!!!
Maybe our heatwave will finally end.......

[Donna]

Love your dish finds, and your apron is so pretty too! What would we do without Goodwill and thrift shops!
:) Donna

[mary]

Oh, Kim, that apron is SO sweet! The dishes are beautiful -- I love the idea of mixing patterns -- and the colors are wonderful!
xoxo,
Mary

[mgm]

W@@INK! a perfect header picture! LOL! love all the goods! xo

[katie]

love these dishes! what a deal!

[Lynda]

Lovely finds! The apron is so delicate and just perfect for Daisy Cottage! I loved the tour of your home in the previous post! ~ Lynda xo

[the feathered nest]

You really have the best Goodwill! Love all those dishes and the apron is darling.

Manuela

[Melissa]

I love your apron! Nothing makes me feel more feminine than an apron - thank you for sharing yours!

[Susan Ramey Cleveland]

Love the yellow plate and the white and green one. I'm tired too, Kim. But the doctors tell me I have some mysterious condition called fibromyalgia, so I guess that's the culprit here. It's s drag. Hope you feel better soon.

[Elizabeth]

Dear Kim, thanks for admitting that you get TIRED! You have such a full life with ideas spinning around your head all the time, it's no wonder you need some R & R! I find that the change of seasons beings on tiredness, too. Hurahh for Goodwill, though! For just a few bucks you can pick up delightful bargains that bring a smile to your face. Happy hunting!! Have a great weekend.

[Amanda]

What great Goodwill finds!

[Carrie]

Great stuff! I love looking at all the dishes at Goodwill, too.
God bless :)

[Pat]

I love the new dishes and the apron is fabulous! Perfect for Daisy Cottage!

Pat

[Dena]

Hi Kim,

What fabulous finds indeed! I just love going to the Goodwill and now that I have seen your goodies, I will definately have to make a trip today to see what I can find :)

Hope you have a wonderful Friday!

Hugs,
Dena

[Junie Moon]

That apron is so pretty. I love the sweet style and color of it. Your finds are fabulous.

[deserae]

Kim,
Ohhhhhhh that really is a sweet apron...I just love it....So white and crisp looking! Your new plates were quite a find too! You find the best stuff I swear :o)
~Des

[Terri]

Love the apron! Do you wear yours? I don't wear mine, but I would like to!

[MimiG]

The apron is so sweet... I love mixing and matching patterns, shades of color in china too. Get some rest!
Love all your banners, but this one may be my favorite..
MimiG

[The Decorated House]

Good Morning Kim!
More delightful finds! Doesn't the white seem so soothing in our heat while we dream of fall? That apron is just special.
Those dishes would go fabulously with all of mine. :)

Tired? I need a nap right now after not being able to sleep until one and then waking up at 6! I don't like this part of life changing.

So good to come by and see you today. Have a most wonderful weekend.
Donna

[Lee Ann]

I love the apron. I wish our Goodwill had such nice finds. I live in Georgia and know how you feel about the heat. Maybe rest this weekend I'm sure going to try. Lovely blog!

[Leslie]

I love your blog! What a beautiful home you have, I have a love for all things vintage and love seeing how you put them together! I will be back!

[Kathy]

Your right it is the heat. It has been hot and humid here..very unusual this time of year. I was dragging. Today it's cool sunny and not one bit humid! I've been running around with all kinds of energy. I lived in Fl for a few years and never got used to the heat. I'm always amazed older people can handle it..I whine nonstop. Well your finds are beautiful! What a pretty place setting. The green with the yellow is so calming.
Best,
Kathy

[Betty @ She's Sew Pretty]

That apron is beautiful. There is something about white that just says clean and fresh.

[Devilish Southern Belle]

When collecting dishes, I am trying to get one place setting of each pattern I like. Do you do this, or just mix and match everything? I don't like everything matchy-matchy, but I don't seem to be able to pull off mismatched within place settings. Everyone else does it so much better!

[Elaine L.]

I love the mix'n match approach.
It makes life so much more interesting and fun!

~elaine~

[Lallee]

I am so tired, too! You and I will see fall arrive here soon! U;n counting on it. Everyone will want to be where we are when their harsh winters come ;-) Right now I'm enjoying relaxing by reading your blog.

I don't see a single item from your thrifting that I wouldn't have put in my basket. Great finds and I love the colors. I wish my Goodwill store priced as low as yours does!

I can just see you wearing your darling apron while you bake up some of your banana bread, but don't get any batter on it. It's too pretty!

[michelle]

Don't you just love the fun things at the Goodwill??!!! Hope you are resting up!
Michelle

["HomeIsWhereTheHeartis"]

Hi Kim, Thank you for leaving me a get well wish on my blog...I'm feeling a lot better!

The apron is so pretty and the tea cup is so sweet!

[Lori]

I love your style so much!! Thanks for sharing and taking great pictures : )

[Rosemary]

Dear Kim,
I LOVE getting finds at thrift shops!! Yours are terrific! Hugs~Rosemary~

[Debby]

I was delighted to see your "vintage" yellow plate! When I got married 27 years ago, that set of dishes was what we chose for our everyday dishes. I ordered them from the Sears catalog. I only have a few pieces left, but I still love the color and the simplicity. Enjoy!

[Alexandra]

Very pretty market finds. And your little doggie is so sweet.
Alexandra

[Adla]

Hi, what a pretty linen apron..gorgeous!

Adla