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Monday, January 24, 2011

Vintage Books and Some Tea


I have a little tea for one today.  When it is winter I get more creative with my centerpieces out of necessity.  

 Have any of you noticed these vintage books in the shops or catalogs.  It is an old copy of a hardbound book with the cover ripped off.  I have been seeing them frequently and I thought I would create some.  I got mine at the thrift store.  I first looked for all of the books with a blue tag; those were 50% off, and then I picked out the thickest and most yellowed page books I could find.  The best results are with the hardbound books, you get a real vintagey look from the ripped off binding.   They make great risers for your vignettes.  I made the cloche out of an old clock.  You can read about that here.

Tea pot and cup were from TJ Maxx. 

I will link to these parties:
 Table Top Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life
Tea Time Tuesday at Lady Katherine Tea Parlor
Tea Time Tuesday at Rose Chintz Cottage
Tea Cup Tuesday at Martha's Favorites
Tuesday Tea for Two at The Plumed Pen
Tea Pot and Tea Things Tuesday  at The Silken Purse
Tea Pot and Tea Things Tuesday at Breath of Fresh Air
Tea Cup Tuesday at Artful Affirmations
Tablescape Thursday at Between Naps on the Porch



 



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30 comments:

  1. rojospaJanuary 24, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    I just added my link after yours and mentioned the same thing about the vintage books. I haven't tried it yet. I have to hit the thrift stores looking for half off books! Thanks for sharing. Lisa

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  2. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 24, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    So lovely and inviting. Love your books and the teapot is gorgeous, however the teacup just stole the show. Beautiful and so different. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  3. UnknownJanuary 24, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Beautiful tea setting ... great idea.

    Pop over for our Valentine GIVEAWAY

    Have a beauatiful eve ~
    TTFN ~
    Hugs, Marydon

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  4. Simone @ Doberman's by the SeaJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Those vintage books are hot right now. Nice display.

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I did books today, too, Sherry. I like yours and will look around for hardcovers at thrift stores. A book fair would be a good place too..we have one coming up in May. Until then I just used old paperbacks I found in the basement. I have several hardcovers but don't want to take the covers off.

    I love your vignette. It's gorgeous.

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  6. Custom ComfortsJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    So pretty and inviting! I hadn't seen the ripped up books before, but they look very warm and old that way. You just never know what the next rave will be.
    Cindy

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  7. BookieJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    I just gave this white tea pot as a gift before Christmas. I loved it and it is pretty to see again here. I may have to get myself one!

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  8. KellyJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    Those dishes are divine!

    Kelly

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  9. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Gorgeous. I haven't done the books yet but I am going to!

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  10. DonnieJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    I love how you decorated the table and your teacup is very unusual looking. Lovely.

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  11. OliveJanuary 24, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Love the teacup and the cloche. I do not think I could rip a vook up but I do like the look. ♥O

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  12. Martha's FavoritesJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Hi: I have never seen the books before. I really like how they look. Your tea pot is beautiful. Great buys! Have a wonderful week. Blessings, Martha

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  13. fitty's pinky rose cottageJanuary 24, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    I really like your teapot! the posy flowers on it really beautify the teapot! love it! have a good week!

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  14. MarthaJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    You have a beautiful teapot and a lovely setting for tea for one!

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  15. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Hi Sherry,
    Those old books make a wonderful stand for your cute cloche! I have often looked at my clocks and thought they would make good cloches! Love the frenchy teacup but my favourite is the teapot; love it! Thanks for joining me for tea today and making my anniversray party even more special. Have a delightful day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  16. LaJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    I LOVE YOUR TEAPOT!

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    How lovely! The books look great! I love your sweet little tea cup and that pretty tea pot!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  18. Elizabeth and Gary January 25, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Hi Sherry,
    Thank you so much for visiting me at Home is Where the Heart is.It's a pleasure meeting you!
    I love your white teapot with the flower on it, so very pretty!I have seen a lot of old books with the covers ripped off too, I just couldn't bring myself to rip a cover off a book..Mom always said never bend the pages and take good care of your books...so I would feel so "Bad" LOL.
    I have enjoyed my visit with you and have become a followers..
    Have a sweet day and hugs, Elizabeth

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  19. TerriJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    Oooh, I love your little tea setting! The vintage book idea is really good. I think your tea cup is wonderful. I love the black and white and the architectural designs on it.
    I really like how you altered your photo too at the end.
    Thank you so much for setting tea today.
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  20. Pellie / PennyJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    The vintage books look great; I might have to try it if I can just convince myself it's ok to rip the cover off. My love of books makes this a tough task.

    I rally like your teapot it is so cute.

    Hugs,
    Penny

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  21. MarieJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    I love your little tea vignette Sherry. All of them, but especially the black and white teacup.
    -marie

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  22. parTea ladyJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    I love your black and white teacup and pretty white teapot.

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  23. DIYbyDesignJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    I linked over from Marty's party. What an interesting thing to do with books. I did a post today on creating custom book covers. I am your latest follower. I would love if you would come and check out my blog and follow me back. Thanks. www.diybydesign.blogspot.com

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  24. Lady KatherineJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    I love how you used the vintage books! I love the Teapot! I adore the teacup! I need a TJMaxx run. lol Thank you for joining me for Tea Time! Just love your teacup!

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  25. SnapJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    I like recycling old books ... ones that are too far gone to be read... saving the bindings to use on handmade books and the pages in collage. Enjoyed your vinette and love the teapot and teacup ... three cheers for TJMAXX!

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  26. ErinJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Love the pinecones in the cloche!

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  27. Wanda LeeJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Hello there Sherri,

    I'm delighted that you joined us once again with the fun for TTTT as well as for the 67th, 'Tuesday Tea For Two'; our little corner of, 'Tuesday Tea Time In Blogland!..,

    I just love your tea table vignette this week!..,

    ..,Every exquisite detail, from the red paisley tablecloth, to the lovely white teapot and that fabulous black and white teacup is marvelous! ~ Also,the timeworn old books and last but not least, the pinecones nestled withing the cloche on a simple white plate. ~ Simply stunning in it's freshness and simplicity!..,


    Thanks so much for sharing this loveliness with all of us!..,

    Have a wonderful week!

    Cheers and hugs from Wanda Lee
    @ http://thepumedpen.blogspot.com
    and also
    @ http://silkenpurse.blogspot.com

    P. S. ~ Sorry I was so late this week in posting due to technical difficulties, (especially with my, 'The Plumed Pen' blog).

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  28. Johanna GehrleinJanuary 26, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Hi Sherry,
    your cloche looks perfect. I love the tea pot, too. You made nice vinettes with the books.
    Greetings, Johannna

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  29. paperbutterflyJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    So creative! I would never have thought of the books. Looks great with the cloche. The teapot is so cute! Thank you for sharing your ideas and your vignette.
    We'll be looking forward to your next post at TTTT.
    Have a blessed week.Pam

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  30. Confessions of a Plate AddictFebruary 7, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    What a pretty setting for tea,Sherry! Love the vintage books! Happy week!...hugs...Debbie

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