I am getting joining the rest of the world and offering 25% off of everything for CYBER MONDAY.
To purchase the following, head over here http://www.etsy.com/shop/jlplatesandplatters and type in coupon code HOLIDAYSALE25 when checking out.
I've got lots of the following items for sale:
cake stands
cupdake stands
candy dishes
vintage hobnail milk glass
vintage linens
handkerchiefs for something old/something new/ something blue or for those that love collecting them
doilies
table runners
battenbug lace cloths
dish towels and dish rags
home decor
gifts for loved ones
bridal gifts
candle stick holders
Hoping to improve not only the world around us, but also the world within us, as I raise a family in Minnesota (brrr!)
Monday, November 26, 2012
Monday, November 19, 2012
Vintage Cupcake Stand, Vintage Cake Stand, and Vintage Dolies and Handkerchiefs and Linens
If you read the post just before this one, you'll know that when I say I decided to "sell it", I am talking about the cool yellow plate that my grandmother made. I really like the idea of her contributing to my undertaking. She always sold the stuff she made-- or gave it away-- and I like to think she would love to help me do the same!
It turned out really cute in this little display that I did over the weekend for the Craft Boutique that I participated in.
I also really love this white cake stand, although in the picture, the plate looks almost yellow. At any rate, even with my camera phone you can see that the milk glass pedestal looks like lace, which I love.
They are both for sale on Etsy. I will get the white listed soon, but the yellow one will be up as soon as tomorrow (Tuesday).
Also for sale were my vintage handkerchiefs and napkins and table cloths. Some are already posted on Etsy, but I've got some work ahead of me to get even more up!
It was a really fun day to see all of the great displays at the Craft Boutique!
Friday, November 9, 2012
Keep It or Toss It...
.... the age old question? Or in my case, do I keep it, or sell it?
We've spent the last year, going through lots and lots and lots of stuff.
As in-- everything we own. Every box, every corner of the house, every closet-- every THING!
We had several garage sales. And I couldn't even count how many trips we took to donate stuff to charity. And I gave stuff away to friends as well. I thought I was done, but then I would find more. I was brave and even got rid of some things that I didn't know if I could part with. Don't get me wrong- I did save super special things. But I am sentimental and tend to want to save everything.
And I can say I have not regretted anything I got rid of. It was quite liberating.
In all of my perging, I did find this treasure I forgot I had. My grandmother was an amazing artist and she had her own porcelian doll studio she ran from our home. She made this plate, and on the back is etched her name "Rita 1977".
I love it and it reminds me of her. Especially since it is so cheery.
I decided to make a cake stand out of it. Didn't it turn out so cute and sweet?
I feel attached because it reminds me of her. But at the same time, I know that all will be well and life will march on if I don't keep it, so for that reason I feel completely unattached to it.
So I still don't know, do I keep it or not? I think I am still somewhat attached if I can't decide...But there were a few things I got rid of that I couldn't decide on before, and I am just fine with the decision I made to get rid of those things.
Oh bother... I don't think I am any closer to a decision even after writing all of this down!
Wouldn't this look cute in a boutique... no I like it on my counter....
This picture would look great in my Etsy shop.... no I could put candy on this for when my kids get home from school.....
This would be perfect at a wedding.... no this reminds me of Grandma....
This would be the perfect gift for someone to purchase from me and give to someone special... no wouldn't my Aunt just love this, I could send it to her for Christmas?!
And so goes my thought process. Am I alone out there or does anyone else go through this?
We've spent the last year, going through lots and lots and lots of stuff.
As in-- everything we own. Every box, every corner of the house, every closet-- every THING!
We had several garage sales. And I couldn't even count how many trips we took to donate stuff to charity. And I gave stuff away to friends as well. I thought I was done, but then I would find more. I was brave and even got rid of some things that I didn't know if I could part with. Don't get me wrong- I did save super special things. But I am sentimental and tend to want to save everything.
And I can say I have not regretted anything I got rid of. It was quite liberating.
In all of my perging, I did find this treasure I forgot I had. My grandmother was an amazing artist and she had her own porcelian doll studio she ran from our home. She made this plate, and on the back is etched her name "Rita 1977".
I love it and it reminds me of her. Especially since it is so cheery.
I decided to make a cake stand out of it. Didn't it turn out so cute and sweet?
I feel attached because it reminds me of her. But at the same time, I know that all will be well and life will march on if I don't keep it, so for that reason I feel completely unattached to it.
So I still don't know, do I keep it or not? I think I am still somewhat attached if I can't decide...But there were a few things I got rid of that I couldn't decide on before, and I am just fine with the decision I made to get rid of those things.
Oh bother... I don't think I am any closer to a decision even after writing all of this down!
Wouldn't this look cute in a boutique... no I like it on my counter....
This picture would look great in my Etsy shop.... no I could put candy on this for when my kids get home from school.....
This would be perfect at a wedding.... no this reminds me of Grandma....
This would be the perfect gift for someone to purchase from me and give to someone special... no wouldn't my Aunt just love this, I could send it to her for Christmas?!
And so goes my thought process. Am I alone out there or does anyone else go through this?
My Favorite Cake Stand
This is one of my very favorite cake stands. I hunted and hunted to find just the right pieces to "marry" these 2 together. It has taken months of patience. But I think it was worth it. It never ceases to amaze me that you can bring 2 different treasure together that have been previously loved and taken care of for sometimes anywhere between 30-70 years. And they are still like new! And they are so well made they can live for many more generations! I know it sounds kind of cheesy, but most products just aren't made to with stand the test of time anymore!
To purchase it, click here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/114505614/white-vintage-cake-stand-cupcake-stand
To purchase it, click here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/114505614/white-vintage-cake-stand-cupcake-stand
A Little June Cottage Wedding
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Cake Stands!
I am getting back into the swing of things after some big life events have now been completed. Whew! It is great to focus on JL Plates and Platters again!
Speaking of which, here is a link to my Etsy shop where you can order cake stands, vintage linens, doilies, home decor, etc., any time-- day or night!
To get there, just click the picture of me in the green shirt on the Side Bar.
Speaking of which, here is a link to my Etsy shop where you can order cake stands, vintage linens, doilies, home decor, etc., any time-- day or night!
To get there, just click the picture of me in the green shirt on the Side Bar.
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