Monday, July 12, 2010

Tea Surprise

A beautiful new collection of
Spode Wicker Lane china...Delicate soup bowls, saucers, plates and a tea setting...
This set is magnificent...and it was a surprise gift...
Just exquisite...

There is a wonderful couple in my church very close to my heart.
Just knowing them makes my life richer...I adore them ~ Stan and Joyce.
They are one of my true treasures - my dearest friends!
***
Stan and Joyce are a testimony to behold:
a pattern to follow to ensure a happy and loving marriage...
an example of how to encourage, edify and uplift one another...
faithful and diligent in all that they do...
and a pure blessing to everyone!
A couple of weeks ago they presented me with this lovely
collection of china...I was awestruck!
These dishes belonged to Joyce's mother and now I
have the honor of keeping them in my home.
The pictures just don't do these incredible pieces justice....
I love these dishes...




nestled in their new home...
I am linking to the following Tea Parties:
Tuesday Tea Party hosted by Wanda Lee @ The Plumed Pen
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Tea Cup Tuesday
hosted by Martha @ Martha's Favorites
***Teapot & Tea Things Tuesdays
a shared meme hosted by Wanda @ The Plumed Pen
and Pamela @ A Breath of Fresh Air
***

Posted by Concetta at 10:47 PM

20 comments:

  1. BECKYJuly 13, 2010 at 1:13 AM

    How beautiful....and what a special, thoughtful gift! I'm sure you will treasure them!

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  2. fitty's pinky rose cottageJuly 13, 2010 at 3:40 AM

    what a beautiful set! love the lacy and texture on the dishes.. and am pretty sure you gonna enjoy using them.. after all those dishes are precious treasure..

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  3. Brenda ~ The Heminger FarmhouseJuly 13, 2010 at 8:48 AM

    What a beautiful set of china, and how special and thoughtful to be given this china from such a lovely and gracious couple. I know you will cherish and treasures these for many years to come :)

    Happy "Tea" Tuesday!

    Warmest hugs, Brenda

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  4. VirginiaJuly 13, 2010 at 9:24 AM

    I love your Spode Wicker Lane china...what a honor and wonderful gift.
    Just beautiful !!
    Sweet Blessings,
    Virginia

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  5. Lady KatherineJuly 13, 2010 at 9:46 AM

    Oh, how happy I am for you! Your Spode Wicker Lane China is so lovely!!! I know your cherish each and every piece! I can't wait to see a Tea done with your lovely China, your wonderful food! Your very talented and I love seeing your Teas! Thank you so much for joining me again for Tea Time Tuesday! Looking forward to seeing this lovely China on your table! What wonderful friends you have, they are Treasures too!

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  6. SnapJuly 13, 2010 at 10:42 AM

    How marvelous. Such a beautiful set. How precious this gift must be. They knew you'd give it a good home.

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  7. Martha's FavoritesJuly 13, 2010 at 11:11 AM

    Wow! What a wonderful gift. It is stunning. Even more precious, is the love they have for you. I can't wait to see it on your table. Have a wonderful week. Blessings, Martha

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  8. Needles EverywhereJuly 13, 2010 at 11:11 AM

    They are gorgeous. What a blessing.

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  9. Patti July 13, 2010 at 12:26 PM

    Wow, that is a gorgeous set of china!! What an incredibly wonderful gift. But even more wonderful is the gift of their sweet friendship.

    Have a lovely day,
    Patti (Fill My Cup with Beauty)

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  10. DoniJuly 13, 2010 at 1:06 PM

    Hi Concetta! I LOVE your name! so pretty!
    and I love that you're a sister in Christ too!
    So nice to meet you. I'm your newest follower too, and have loved viewing your blog. Your dishes are just gorgeous. Looking forward to getting to know you better over the weeks ahead!
    Blessings, Doni

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  11. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJuly 13, 2010 at 2:26 PM

    O my!! What a wonderful heart felt gift!! It seems like you are pretty special to them too!!

    Debbie

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  12. TerriJuly 13, 2010 at 3:04 PM

    Wow! You are the lucky girl!
    That is a gorgeous china set, the tea cups are so lovely and a really good size.
    Does it make you want to have a dinner party?
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  13. Marguerite (Tina) Smith HartJuly 13, 2010 at 3:49 PM

    Such a lovely set of china Concetta, I can imagine some very elegan tea parties served with it!
    Have a wonderful week...
    Tina xo

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  14. BethJuly 13, 2010 at 5:02 PM

    How beautiful, Concetta! You area a special person and they recognized that and wanted to give you a meaningful gift. Enjoy your new china! I really love your blog!
    Blessings, Beth

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  15. BookieJuly 13, 2010 at 5:45 PM

    Lovely dishes...I esp. like the cream soup bowls!

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  16. JaneJuly 13, 2010 at 6:19 PM

    I always enjoy looking at what you share. What a great treasure to have in friends who lift you up and they were so gracious to gift you with these dishes. Thank you for sharing.

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  17. AppleshoeJuly 14, 2010 at 7:26 AM

    What a beautiful gift and such a wonderful story to go with it. Truly something to treasure. Take care.

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  18. parTea ladyJuly 15, 2010 at 5:50 PM

    That is a gorgeous set and what a wonderful gift from a very generous and loving couple.

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  19. paperbutterflyJuly 17, 2010 at 11:08 PM

    Happy you are back!
    These are a wonderful gift! You will enjoy them for years to come. Spode is a wondeful quality and the design so unique. I look forward to a tablescape in the future when you use them.
    Looking forward to sharing tea with you next week.
    Blessings, pam

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  20. BernideenJuly 18, 2010 at 4:20 PM

    How beautiful! What a WONDERFUL heritage collection!

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