So, I picked up a few dishes today... Okay, more than just a few. A woman was selling her collection of Royal Albert Lady Caryle and Lady Ascot on Craigslist this week. She would use the money from the dishes, along with that from a few other household item sales to pay her rent. A sad story, but one that I'm sure is all too common in today's economy. Many of us have been there, and can empathize. I was happy to hand over the cash that would help her out, as I loaded up the place settings to complete my collection I have been working on for close to 10 years now. She said she was glad to know that her collection, which had sat in boxes for years would be going to a new home where they would be used and enjoyed. I assured her that they would be used and enjoyed by many, because my mom and I often host large formal tea parties where we use our best bone china! She said that was exactly the kind of fate she had hoped for her pretty dishes!
This Royal Albert "Rosetime Chintz" wasn't part of the lot I purchased today. I actually found these pretty vintage dishes at an estate sale a few weeks ago. I just love mixing patterns and these pair so well with the Lady Carlyle and Lady Ascot!
Wish me luck...I'm going to need it!
Best Wishes and Blessings,
Amanda
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joining these lovely ladies for their fun weekly parties:
Debra at Common Ground for Vintage Inspiration Friday
Cindy at My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday
Alison at Stuff and Nonsense for Fridays Unfolded
