Tuesday, March 8, 2011

MOTHER'S VINTAGE LIMOGES

My mother gave me this  Candle Light by American Limoges-22k. Gold, (this is in back of plates).  She said it was for the memories as not much is left of it, except 5 place sets, some of the dinner plates are chipped and so I covered the chips with the napkins.  There's a salad bowl, a oval platter and a cute sugar bowl...no cup and saucers left!   I love the pretty gold finials on the plates.
The center piece is French antique, as it was my hubby's grandparents an art Noveu piece from the 20's...I ciuldn't believe how incredible it went together with such a very French colour, from the Napoleonic Empire era, it's a Federal Blue... (this is also in back of plates).  It has a monogram from his dad's side of the family CA and we have the same initials, AC, so that's why my MIL left it to us.   The faux flower arrangement was made by my MIL...I'm finally ready to take them off and make something new.
Thank you for visiting me, I'm always thrilled to have you.
Love...FABBY
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44 comments:

  1. DeannaTuesday, 08 March, 2011

    Fabby, Love the pretty color of your special dishes!
    Lovely dishes for the memories and for setting a wonderful table to dine at.
    Enjoyed my visit with you.
    God bless,
    d from homehaven

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  2. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeTuesday, 08 March, 2011

    Your table is stunning! I love all the family pieces which make it even more special!

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  3. DonnieTuesday, 08 March, 2011

    The table is just lovely and the Federal blue is beautiful. Very nice.

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  4. LynnTuesday, 08 March, 2011

    Lovin' the beautiful blue of the plates, and your marble table is great-enjoy:@)

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  5. On Crooked CreekTuesday, 08 March, 2011

    Fabby,
    Oh! These are elegantly exquisite! Might they be Homer Laughlin? I adore the turquoise blue and the gold is stunning. Those "frenchy" little legs are gorgeous! Lovely tablescape. Thank you for sharing!
    Fondly,
    Pat
    P.S. Thank you for your sweet comment and visit today. Stop by again, soon!

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  6. Decor To AdoreTuesday, 08 March, 2011

    What a lovely vignette! I adore the aqua color.

    Have a wonderful Fat Tuesday!

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  7. BrandiTuesday, 08 March, 2011

    Fabby, Your dishes are gorgeous! Such a beautiful tablescape!

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  8. BabsTuesday, 08 March, 2011

    Fabby, Your china and center piece are a fabulous shade of blue. So sad that the plates are chipped, but they are still beautiful and can be enjoyed for their beauty if they can't actually be used for a meal. Thanks for sharing your family's history about them.

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  9. SuzieTuesday, 08 March, 2011

    really beautiful!

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  10. shannon i olsonTuesday, 08 March, 2011

    what an absolutely beautiful table. Thanks so much for stopping by my blogs and for being a follower, I am now following you and looking forward to getting to know you.

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  11. laxsupermomWednesday, 09 March, 2011

    What a lovely table! Such a beautiful color on your dishes! The history behind them makes them extra precious! I love setting tables with the handed down china. Thanks for sharing.

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  12. Oregon Gifts of Comfort and JoyWednesday, 09 March, 2011

    Hi Fabby,

    Okay, now I found it. How beautiful these blue/turquoise dishes are! That was so nice of your Mom to give to you, and that you had the piece from your husband's grandparents to match. That is way cool.

    I'm glad you came back to get me. Thanks for visiting again today, I appreciate it very much.

    Kathy

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  13. Tablescapes By DianeWednesday, 09 March, 2011

    Hi lovely lady. Your Tablescape is Beautiful sweet lady~~~You know I love blue with white Dishes !!!
    I hope you have a nice Day ...
    Diane

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  14. Anita DiazWednesday, 09 March, 2011

    Oh my goodness these are the most beautiful blue!! What a gorgeous table! I also love the marble table underneath!! The fact that they are special, makes it even better!! Thanks so much for stopping by:-)

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  15. Oregon Gifts of Comfort and JoyWednesday, 09 March, 2011

    Fabby, I would NEVER think you are lazy! I don't know how I landed on Christmas. Hey, I just posted another tablescape that you might like (it will get lost on Tablecape Thursday tomorrow). Thanks for the offer of friendship ... that makes me very, very happy!

    God bless,

    Kathy

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  16. MeredithWednesday, 09 March, 2011

    What a beautiful table. That centerpiece is stunning!

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  17. AnonymousThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Gorgeous table Fabby. I absolutely adore the colors!

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  18. SoiphiaThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Such a beautiful, soft setting. Lovely and feminine. Thank you for sharing!

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  19. Debby S.Thursday, 10 March, 2011

    Fabby you are FAB! Yikes! When I saw that centerpeice I just gasped! That's the most BEAUTIFUL thing EVER! I just love the colors!Everything in this table is breathtaking!

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  20. The Howell BlessingsThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Hello again Fabby! Can I just say I LOVE the turquoise!! This is so clean and fresh, just like a spring day. The place settings are lovely and thank you for sharing the history behnd this table setting!

    Miss Mindy at The Howell Blessings

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  21. A Perfect SettingThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Yes, I agee with everyone, your mother's dishes are beautiful! The color is exquisite and your centerpiece is lovely! Thank you so much for sharing your special pieces!!

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  22. KathleenThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Hi Queens girl!
    This just lovely! Such a wonderful color.

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  23. CarolynThursday, 10 March, 2011

    The Limoges china is just drop-dead gorgeous! How special for you to have it!

    Thanks for visiting my post and I'm very happy to have found your blog and am now your newest follower!

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  24. PhyllisThursday, 10 March, 2011

    The table is beyond gorgeous....it is heavenly with the china pieces from your family. The color is the softest Robin's eggs aqua that I have ever seen!! It could easily be "mine".....know you will laugh! AND the centerpiece is stunning......have never seen anything like that in antique shops but I will be looking now. I think since it is a piece inherited from your husband's family makes it truly a treasure ......I am so sentimental and adore anything from my family even if it is just a handkerchief! Who would not love to sit at this table, partake of your cooking and join in the conversation that is sure to flow!! ......just lovely, like you in your blog!

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  25. Wendy@Once upon a rose havenThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Dear Fabby, your special dishes are very lovely and the Federal blue is gorgeous. What a beautiful tablescape! Love it!!! And I want to thank you for visiting my blog and your nice comment. Please accept my apologies, since I was away on a mission trip to Arizona, I could no reply to comments.
    Have a blessed day! ~*~Wendy~*~

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  26. MarigeneThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Fabby, the color is just beautiful...like your table. It is so nice that you have so many family pieces.

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  27. MarlisThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Head over heels, I'm in love with that color! Your pieces are so wonderful and carry such loving memories. Great table too! Great table and so welcoming and inviting. Your centerpiece, well that is exquisite and does indeed go very well! You have great taste.

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  28. Entertaining WomenThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Aren't family treasures always the very best! I adore your tablescape...every elegant element. The china is beautiful, and the centerpiece is truly a jewel for the ages. Thank you for sharing your gorgeous design in one of my favorite colors. Cherry Kay

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  29. Pam @ Our Adventures in Home ImprovementThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Hi Fabby,

    Your table is stunning! And that centerpiece from your husband's family is an absolutely gorgeous piece! Everything looks beautiful!

    Have a great day.
    Pam

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  30. Debbie@Mountain BreathsThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Thank you for the visit. Love the comments. Your monogrammed center piece is lovely! I've never seen anything like it. Love the color of your dishes.

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  31. lvroftiquesThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Oh my goodness how beautiful! That blue is so gorgeous! And so is that center jardiniere! Great job Fabby! Vanna

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  32. SarahThursday, 10 March, 2011

    Fabby, this sets a gorgeous table. I adore that color. It's so perfect for spring. How special that you have these dishes from your mother, and the centerpiece jardiniere is exquisite with that perfect monogram. ~ Sarah

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  33. FarahFriday, 11 March, 2011

    Hello Fabby ...

    OMG what a beautiful and unique colour china you have. its simply fabulous . charger plates are something very pretty ... really enjoy my visit to yoy
    Hope you like to pay a visit to my new spring arrangement saved in a cloche and some napkin folds too
    http://craftaworld.blogspot.com/
    Love
    Farah

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  34. AlediaFriday, 11 March, 2011

    Fabby, Thanks so much for visiting my blog, leaving such a sweet comment and being my newest follower! I am your newest follower as well. :) I have to say I am in LOVE with this tablescape and your lovely china! I just LOVE the color and it looks so inviting and relaxing....I look forward to getting to know you! Have a Plum Perfect Day and God Bless!

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  35. Alycia NicholsFriday, 11 March, 2011

    Hey, Fabby! I absolutely LOVE the color of your china!!! It reminds me of Tiffany's! :-) That centerpiece dish is incredible!!! Wow! You have some REALLY nice pieces!!!!!!!! Have a really great weekend, and have fun!

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  36. Sandi (Meme)Friday, 11 March, 2011

    Oh Fabby! Such pretties and with memories too! Thanks so much for sharing, and also for stopping by and leaving a comment AND joining as a new follower. I can't wait to follow you too - but I couldn't find the button. I'll keep trying though! It's so great that you came by, see again real soon! Sandi

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  37. ShirleyFriday, 11 March, 2011

    Oh, what gorgeous china!! I'm so in love with that color!! I really love those chargers too. Where did they come from?

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  38. Denise at Forest ManorFriday, 11 March, 2011

    Hi Fabby!

    This is absolutely gorgeous!! I just love the blue color -- it's so elegant. And that centerpiece is really something special; it must be a one-of-a-kind piece. You created a beautiful table and the photos turned out lovely!

    My son is home from college on Spring Break, so I didn't post a tablescape this week. I am planning one for next Thursday for sure. I really enjoy doing a St. Patrick's Day table. See you next week.

    Denise

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  39. Romancing The HomeSaturday, 12 March, 2011

    this table is absolutely beautiful. The color of the blue is unique and I love how you have set the table with the faded colors to enhance the blue dishes.

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  40. Mid-Atlantic MarthaSaturday, 12 March, 2011

    Oh this color is so pretty -- I love vintage especially the family pieces! This is a lovely elegant table setting...just beautiful.

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  41. Susan Nowell @ My Place to YoursSunday, 13 March, 2011

    What beautiful memories, Fabby. I LOVE the monogrammed centerpiece!

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  42. Julio MuaoMonday, 14 March, 2011

    wow Fabby!

    What a spectacular setting. I am so glad you visited my blog. Looking forward to visiting for more inspiration from you.

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  43. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartThursday, 17 March, 2011

    Hi Fabby,

    So nice to meet you and come by for a visit. I have perused several of your posts and they are all so beautiful! But, I was star struck when I saw these dishes! They are the prettiest pieces I have ever seen!

    Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving your comment!

    Kindly, Lorraine

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  44. joSunday, 27 March, 2011

    OMG Fabby, The Limoges is to die for. Are the pretty lacey plates at the bottom (the chargers) Limoges too?

    Jo

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I love to receive your sweet and generous messages. You always make my day !

FABBY