Oh boy is it blazing hot today! Nearly makes me miss winter... wait, nope, the heat is better than freezing rain and three feet of snow! Although there is such a thing as too hot... like, when the air is steamy from the heat and just sitting on a park bench makes you sweat (and I don't mean sweat as in “glistening"... I mean SWEAT). On a brighter note, though, I was able to spend most (ok, all but an hour watering my flowers) of my day inside. I spruced up my crafting room a bit and tweaked what I think of as my 'red' zone- I collect 1950s red kitchen collectables and cherries, which I corraled in one of the corner of my crafting room.
This picture shows a three tier stand I found at an auction- nobody seemed to want it but I sure did- it was the perfect red color! I keep photo boxes on the shelves and my cherry bread box on top. I LOVE that bread box, even though it was in pretty bad shape: it was missing the knob when I spotted it but I rigged together a system using a glass knob and piece of plastic on the inside of the door to keep it closed.
Hiding behind the Pyrex dishes and cleanser bottle is a milk glass plate with cherries painted on it. I happened across this plate at our local flea market- the lady only had one, but one was all I really needed: after all how many sets of dishes can I possibly collect? (P.S. don't answer that- I'm sure no good can come from any response!)
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I know all about the extreme heat wave. It is hard to find a cool place except under the AC. You found some very old dishes, I have a few that belonged to my mother-in-law. They are little pricey in antique malls. Stay cool.
ReplyDeleteLove that bread box and I have a bitty red Pyrex just like yours! ♥
ReplyDeleteWelcome to blogging! Looks like you've got lots of goodies to share with the blogging world, I'll add you to my reader and look forward to seeing more. I LOVE those little red pyrex food storage dishes- i would love to have them to actually use in the fridge, too, but when Ive seen them in the stores up here they are just too expensive- they want like 20-25 dollars for a small one.. might be the right place but too rich for my blood. :)
ReplyDeleteKeep cool!
Cute collection! I adore your breadbox!!!
ReplyDeleteI Love all your wonderful red finds ! I agree with the doggy, it's very Hot , here in NC , too!
ReplyDeleteThere is nothing better than vintage RED kitchen decor...I'm kinda partial to it too!
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bunny
I'm in love with you bread box! Love your red corner, what a great idea in your craft room.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the breadbox, too!!
ReplyDeleteThe red cleanser bottle is a great find, too!!
I love that bread box and dishes. Such a great red, and in great shape
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barbara jean
What a great bunch of vintage red goodness!
ReplyDeleteLove your cute shelf and everything on it especaially the bread box!!
ReplyDeleteIt would look great in my kitchen!! LOL!!
Hugs,
Debbie
Welcome to Rednesday! It's always fun to find another cherry lover! You inspired me to add a list to my sidebar of cherry blogs that I know of - you make number 3, and I'm sure there are a lot more out there!
ReplyDeleteI have had such a busy week, I am just getting around to visiting. How I love your reds! I collect cherry stuff also. Right now, I just put it out for the month of June. I plan on doing a cherry theme in the kitchen area when we finish our basement. Not sure which I love the most, that cherry plate or the dog. I am your new follower.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute collection of vintage things. It's super super hot here too....107 here today....with no end in sight. Thanks for linking up at Mod Mix Monday!
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