Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Virginia Rose - VTT

I have stated before how much I love made in USA china. I am always on the look out for some pieces to add to my collection. As I have been out of town for the last few days, I thought it would be a good idea to check out what was new at the Goodwill. My visit was a good one.

I first caught a glimpse of this lovely platter -

I loved the sweet flowers on the cream colored china. It is Homer Laughlin Virginia Rose. I've seen a few pieces here and there, but this was the first time I've seen the platter.

As I kept searching I came across a few more pieces.

Only two cups and saucers, so I picked them up and found two more dessert plates and small bowls. Wouldn't these be lovely for a special tea party for two??

And here is a lovely picture from my recent trip to Ohio Amish Country.

Isn't it pretty. I think it looks like a post card :-)

Now be sure to check out Colorado Lady's blog and visit the other great blogs on Vintage Thingie Thursday!

Happy Thriftin'!

22 comments:

Coloradolady said...

Love them...I have some of the same pattern, they are the ones my husband found at the dump...most are all chipped and nicked, but I love them just the same. Your photo from Amish country is just amazing...postcard perfect.

~Have a great VTT and a wonderful weekend!

Tussy said...

It is beautiful pattern, look so sweet. Hope it is not cost you too much.

the shot is nice, you can send to me as postcard you know.

Postcardy said...

That's a pretty pattern. I don't buy dishes, but I am watching for a nice teacup and saucer to use when I want to make a cup of tea look festive.

Old Time Cindy said...

Your picture does look like a postcard...I may have been there before. Formerly from Ohio and been to the Amish country. A little cool for me this time of year now that I'm in KY. :)
Living it up at Lakewood,
Cindy

Anonymous said...

i love your GORGEOUS china and i would LOVE to come to your tea party :))) btw i love your photo too..i LOVE all things AMISH!!

Protector of Vintage said...

I have a weakness for china. Your pieces are beautiful!!

LV said...

I love anything to do with the Amish. They are such talented and good people. I was not aware there were many in Ohio.

Allie said...

Beautiful - and when I come for tea, I'll expect you to use them, lol. Love the pic from Amish country, yes it does look just like a postcard!

★Carol★ said...

Those dishes are really lovely, and yes, they would be perfect for tea! Actually it would be a pleasure to eat anything from them!
That's a really great picture of the covered bridge! You should check out the covered bridge festival in Indiana some time!
Happy VTT!
Carol

CC said...

I love your pretty dishes..that platter is wonderful...and the picture is just gorgeous. Those covered bridges are wonderful.

Maureen said...

Pink + flowers - what's not to love!

Lisa said...

Beautiful post! I love the dishes. I love driving through PA when we make our trek up north and seeing all the farms, especially the Amish country

Unknown said...

Thats a beautiful pattern. I have to SO not start collecting china :)

Keetha Broyles said...

Oh - - - that is so delicate. I LOVE it. I WISH my butter dish I showed today was in THAT pattern!!!

Pink Roses and Teacups said...

Lovely pieces of china. that picture does look like a postcard. We have been to the Amish country many times. Love it there. It's about a 3 hour drive from central NJ to Pa. Thanks for sharing!

Debbie

Kim, USA said...

Hello my first time here in vintage Thursday and it makes me happy to see the vintage collection of people. Now I've got an idea if I will go to Goodwill or Salvation Army I will start collecting those vintage dishes ^_^
I love to see an Amish county one day, your picture does look like a postcard good shot with that one.

Mine is here My Life’s Photo

Marie said...

I hit the Goodwill today! You found some lovelies!
Marie @ Lemondrop ViNtAge

Evelyn Yvonne Theriault said...

Cream-colours are my absolute favourites. I have one large oval serving dish from my mother and I really treasure it.
Thanks for sharing - and for dropping by A Canadian Family.
Have a nice weekend,
Evelyn in Montreal

Teresa~ Gardening with Soule said...

Pretty covered bridge. They are hard to find these days. The photo is just like a postcard or maybe a jigsaw puzzle. your plates were a great find. I find it hard to not like something when there are flowers on them.

Diann said...

Hi!

I really like the H.L. dishes! And love that you were able to find the cups and saucers to go with the platter!

Ruby said...

I love platters. Even more than tea cups! Not only is the pattern of flowers lovely but check out the scrolled edge. WOW! :)

fitty's pinky rose cottage said...

I love your pieces too! I got few of them.. wish I got a complete set!.. Homer Laughlin just stunning don't you think?