Monday, February 27, 2012

First Love.....

I hope you didn't think this was about some guy, they can come and go but your first collection, now that's something special!  Back in the mid 90's, after I'd moved to TN from Wis, I went back to visit my 2 BFs and  we went junking. In the very first shop we entered, I saw him, er I mean it,  and, it was gorgeous! It was sitting quietly on the bottom shelf in the midst of piles of chipped and dirty odds and ends, looking very forlorn and lonely.  A perfect little jadite green cup and saucer.  I picked it up and fell in "love"! The price you might ask, a whopping $1.25!  Well, I put it back on the shelf and we left, can ya believe I did that!  We went on to a bunch more shops and had a blast, but, that little cup & saucer was like a siren, calling my name from a far. Finally I could no longer stand it and I asked my BF to take me back to that 1st shop and this time, it came home with me!  Slowly over the next few years it was joined by a lot of other pieces that have come home to live here very happily!  The good part of this story is that I was lucky enough to fall in love with it way BEFORE Martha Stewart was on TV and showed everyone her fabulous collection wwhich sky rocketed the prices!  Some of the dishes shown were purchased for between $10.00 and $20.00 but most were under $10.00.  The mixing bowls were the most expensive, for the set of 4, I paid $45.00
All the pieces shown are vintage, unless otherwise specified.  Here is a good part of my collection.






Set of 4 mixing bowls which is now over a $100.00






Chile bowls, serving bowls, soup bowls, salad bowls

Large platters, salad bowls, desert bowls, dinner plates, salad plates



These pieces are currently being produced

Vintage pieces


 Green kitchen utensils are the 2nd  thing I started collecting not long after the jadite.

I love green and these little spice jars are some of my favorite things, they were $2.00 apiece, a real steal!

Just thought I'd show you these cuz I love them, got them on sale at Target a few years ago,
place settings for 4, $8.00


The 3 tier plate and cannisters below are currently being produced


Well, that's most of my collection, didn't get any pics of my mugs and some of my other plates but,
you get the idea!

Till next time.....
Rebecca

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45 comments:

Anne said...

Nice collection.Love those bowls.

bettyj said...

Beautiful collection. My Mother used these for her every day dishes. I think my son has them now.Thanks for the memories.

chateau chic said...

Fabulous collection!! Perfect for springtime. I'm a collector, as well. I have way too many but I can't help myself. :-)
Thanks for stopping by.
Mary Alice

Jeannie Marie said...

I love these. I have had some in the past but currently I don't own a single piece. It was lovely to view yours!

Jen said...

They are perfect--I just swoon over that perfect green. It doesn't surprise me that you were ahead of the trend. You have such a great eye for good vintage.

Sweet Posy Dreams said...

What a lovely collection. The mixing bowls are fabulous!

Unknown said...

They're absolutely gorgeous! I love the variety of patterns and pieces that you have. That big oval platter is to die for! What a find!

A few years ago, I bought a woman's Jadeite collection off Craigslist for $100. I still can't believe it--I think that ranks up there in my Top 5 all time junking scores!

Love that silverware too--that reminds me so much of my dear Gram. :)

Kim@Chattafabulous said...

Jadeite is so pretty! I came across a big collection of it at an antique mall not too long ago - and yes, the prices were out of my budget! Nice that you're loyal to your first love!

Olive said...

That is a smashing collection, I especially like the mixing bowls.

THE FARMHOUSE PORCH said...

I am GREEN with ENVY. My collection consists of 5 or 6 small items. : ( I waited to long to start collecting. You have a spectacular collection there!
I's love for you to come link it up at my party tonight! Starts at 9, link up once appear on 4 blogs!

♥Linsey at The Farmhouse Porch

outjunking said...

Martha doesn't have anything on you.
You have a wonderful collection.
Green and cream enamelware use to be my weakness.
Lisa

Helen and her Daughters said...

You have a beautiful collection. I just picked up my first pieces a couple of weeks ago and I hope one day I will have as many lovely pieces as you do.

Susie said...

I own one small meat platter, that matches your collection. It was my parents.Every time I use it I think of home. Smiles to you,Susie

Heather said...

Wow, what a great collection. And I thought Martha Stewart's were pretty! You were so smart to start collecting them a long time ago. I am very jealous!

Tina@WhatWeKeep said...

LOVE your collection!
I hope you use them all the time-I would!

Anonymous said...

I love your collection and I sure wish I had one big Jadeite bowl! :)
You have so many pretty pieces!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Vickie @ Ranger 911 said...

What a wonderful collection! It's a good thing you bought those pieces before that greedy Martha got to them. :@

Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage said...

Wow! Nice collection! I saw a couple mixing bowls last week and was pretty impressed with the high price. but I hardly ever see them at all. You did good.

Michelle said...

I am so glad you did this post. I showed my husband. Now he knows I am not crazy. There are other people collecting as well.

acasarella said...

Gorgeous! I love Jadeite. Your collection has me green with envy ;)

A Whole Lotta Magic said...

I collect jadite too; would love to find a cake stand!

Sue
xo

Heather@Tatter and Fray said...

LOVE this! Jadeite was my first collection as well. I tend to get sick of collectables easily, but I still love my jadeite as much today as when I began collecting. There's just something about it, isn't there? You have some gorgeous pieces!

Linda (More Fun Less Laundry) said...

Love your jadeite collection. I have some pieces from my mom and grandmother. I know exactly what you mean about the Martha effect on prices--the same thing happened to me when I was collecting pink lusterware dishes. Whatever she shows always skyrockets and I lose interest because it seems so common as it comes out of everyone's closets. Linda

MomWaldsPlace said...

I started with white Fire King, and it is still a favorite. That was back before Martha Stewart drove the prices up. Lovely collection you have.

Blessed Serendipity said...

I LOVE your jadite collection. I have a few pieces too and am always on the lookout for a deal on some more.

Danielle

Judy Biggerstaff said...

Wonderful collection,I wish they were in my house. I may start looking for them.

Shannon@Cozy Home Scenes said...

Thank you for showing your bowls and other things. One of my aunts had a large collection at one time but tired of it and sold it. I don't think I would tire of it because green is one of my favorite colors. I do not have any pieces but I really like the pieces.----------- Shannon

Paige @ Little Nostalgia said...

What a lovely collection! I collect teacups and vintage jewelry.

Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

What a totally stunning collection of jadite!!
All so pretty and even dainty looking!!

Thanks so much for sharing!!

Hugs,
Debbie

Sherry@Back2Vintage said...

I hopped over from Very Merry Vintage Style to see your fabulous jade-ite collection. You have some awesome pieces!!!

Kelly @ NJ History said...

Ah, I love jadeite! Martha Stewart actually recommended collecting it a couple months ago.

Anonymous said...

I identify with your story! I collect vintage children cups and dishes, and I felt the same way when I found my first treasure. I'm working in my blog, I will let you know when it is ready.
Kisses (besos) from Argentina. Silvina.

Anonymous said...

I just love jadeite. Your collection is to die for.

Marigene said...

Wonderful collection of Jadeite. I remember my mother having lots of it when growing up.

Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking said...

Oh your collection is awesome!! Sure hope you all didn't get any bad weather today.

Micupoftea said...

Nice collection...love your header photo :)

Anonymous said...

Goodness gracious....MS has nothing on you. Your collection is gorgeous and I especially love the mixing bowls. I once sold a jadeite cake plate on ebay for a ton of money....that was back in the day when ebay was good. :) Have a wonderful day. xo

Casa Très Chic said...

Love jadeite green dishes and accessories.
Its emerald green color looks fantastic on a table.
Wonderful images.
Have aT

Shabby Sweet Tea said...

and what a beautiful collection it is! I love jade pieces. Here is the link to my first collection.

stop by if you'd like

http://shabbysweettea.com/search/label/Valentines

Denise said...

Fun and pretty.I enjoy them also.My first visit with you and now a follower :) Denise

Patti @ Pandoras Box said...

what a great collection!

Anonymous said...

They are such beautiful dishes. I love the green. I'm picturing a spring tablescape!!! :)

Pamela said...

Oh wow! What beautiful finds! Thanx for coming to the party! Hope yo see ya again next week!

Mimi said...

I love jadite. I have a small collection of mixed tea cups and saucers and some mixing bowls. A creamer and a plate that looks like a cabbage leaf. I started collecting early too, but just picked it up as I came across it. Would love to have a set of the spice jars. I mix it with other pieces when I entertain.

Alissa@CraftyEndeavor said...

I found you from My Romantic Home, and I just HAD to stop by. I love love LOVE Jadite! and I have my own little collection. Take a look! http://www.craftyendeavor.com/2011/12/28/my-jadite-collection/