Vintage Bamboo

Some things I collect slowly over time, as I find them at bargain prices at thrift stores, estate sales, etcetera. One of the things I collect this way is vintage bamboo silverware. Right now I have a fairly small collection, but I know if I want to complete it, I can go to eBay or etsy to do so.

This is my collection so far, some utensils, napkin rings, nut cracker, two

boxes and some sort of holder. I would like to greatly increase the number of utensils I have and get more napkin rings.

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Here's a better view of what the flatware/silverware can look like.

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I like these bamboo place card holders, though honestly, I have never used a place card holder in my life! But since they're made of bamboo...

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Isn't this a lovely table setting? The green looks really nice with the bamboo and planter of succulents really adds a nice touch.

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Another lovely table setting. Again the greens, flowers and what I think is a nice touch for texture are the jute place mats and covered planters.

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If the bamboo cutlery is not your cup of joe, look how nice this bamboo place mat looks against other elements in this photo.

What kind of cutlery/silverware do you collect? Do you have an item you are collecting slowly over time?

Ode to Yellow

This is my ode to yellow,

a bright and cheery fellow,

Who seems to say hello,

Would you like some lemon jello? 

                                 - j.casey

Pardon my foray into poetry, I must have had too much coffee this morning. Actually, I'm going to add it to my other little ditties for a children's book that I would like to write and illustrate some day. 

Lately I'm very attracted to things that are yellow, it's such a cheerful color. And don't we all need a little more cheerful in our lives? Here are a few yellow things that I have thrifted recently.

I really like this yellow Hoover electric fry pan. It's in great condition and the pan is made out of heavy duty stainless steel. Paid $6 at an estate sale.

I found this Dansk pitcher and I assuming Dansk coasters at a garage sale for $1. The coasters don't have a mark on them, but they perfectly match. 

Even though I already have a lemon squeezer or two, I couldn't resist this Semco one that I found at Goodwill for $1.99. 

This giant yellow paper clip wasn't thrifted, but I did buy it at T.J. Maxx, so it

was discounted. It's made of iron, so it will last longer than I will. A pop of color for my work space.

These shallow yellow bowls marked Genuine Melamine, were .39 each at Goodwill. They're a good size for portion control. (right...)

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This Panton Era Conran Crayonne Ice Bucket, tray and glasses would be soo nice to have. I don't see things like this when I'm thrifting, wish I would.

What's your favorite color lately?


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Liebster Blog Award

Ruth from Dian's Timpanalley has nominated me for the Liebster Blog award. This award is given to  to up coming bloggers who have less than 200 followers. Liebster is German and means sweetest, kindest, nicest, .....

How lovely - Thanks Ruth!

The rules for the Liebster Award are:

1.  Thank the giver and link back to her/him

2.  Reveal your top picks and leave a comment on their blog.

3.  Copy and Paste the award on your blog.

4.  Have faith that your followers will spread the love too!

My picks for the Liebster Blog award are:

1. A La Modern           2. lucy violet vintage          3. Mod2Mod