Wednesday, December 3, 2008

A Kitchen Corner...






































A Corner of my kitchen that has a bit of Christmas cheer. It is spreading through out the house. Most pieces were found at garage sales or second-hand stores. I collect the holly berry motif that Target had a few years back. The funny part is the only pieces I got from Target are the plates you see stacked. The other pieces were found here and there. If you think that I bought that candle because of the polka dot ribbon...YOU would be right. I am a sucker for polka dots...the candle ain't half bad either. I also wanted to share a plate project with you. I have had these plain white restaurant plates for awhile. I wanted more Christmas plates to display so I took some reproduction postcards..with scenes of Winter and decoupaged them onto the plates. After that I used glitter glue and drew a line around them. VERY easy. I think they will stand in the OTHER corner of my kitchen. That is about it for me. I have had a lot of fun venturing out into all your homes decked out for this season....I am patiently waiting to see more...tap, tap. Night, night, cherry
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67 comments:

  1. Rachel BerryDecember 3, 2008 at 7:56:00 PM PST

    Okay so do you sleep? You have been busy and again EVERYTHING LOOKS SO FREAKING FAB! I love the spools & star (last post) and the plates and and and......... DO you want to come and finish my tree for me and decorate my house, it's been a nigthmare this year..... Sigh.... I'm so tired.

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  2. CMBDecember 3, 2008 at 8:10:00 PM PST

    That is one great looking corner...I love it all!

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  3. SummerAnytimeDecember 3, 2008 at 8:12:00 PM PST

    I love the plates! Actually I'm a succor for any thing with vintage postcards attached. And the red and white pine cone plate is beautiful.Now I simply MUST find some Christmas plates for my plate rack!

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  4. AnonymousDecember 3, 2008 at 9:16:00 PM PST

    wow. everything is soooo very pretty to look at!!! georgeous!

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  5. Our Complete FamilyDecember 3, 2008 at 9:44:00 PM PST

    Well hello Miss Crafty! I love how your plates turned out!
    I just can't get enough of your pics. The way you display things and snap pics of them~ it's a true art that you have!
    Happy almost, so close, barely away TGIF day! ;)
    I'm behind on blogging Cmas. I need to get with the program tomorrow, don't I?!?
    Hugs to you hun~ Les

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  6. jori-oDecember 3, 2008 at 9:46:00 PM PST

    Beautiful!! You have such amazing ideas. If I tried to do what you did, it would look like a first grader's art project. Seriously. You rock.

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  7. Sit A SpellDecember 3, 2008 at 9:48:00 PM PST

    Love the dishes...I have tons and keep getting more : ) Your kitchen corner is wonderful!
    OH...did you notice the green with dots on my blog???

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  8. ginnyDecember 4, 2008 at 2:17:00 AM PST

    Hi, have just stumbled upon your lovely blog... what a vibrant festive selection you have... wonderful,
    ginny

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  9. Free Art PrintablesDecember 4, 2008 at 4:40:00 AM PST

    Love the plates!! THey have some great vintage prints...hmm. I might have to "borrow" that idea! Thanks for leaving such a nice comment too on my blog. You are way to sweet and generous!

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  10. MissyDecember 4, 2008 at 4:48:00 AM PST

    I love the berries! Your plate idea is great funny how sometimes it is the simplest thing we do comes out so great.

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  11. Shell in your PocketDecember 4, 2008 at 5:31:00 AM PST

    Wow...I love those plates with the vintage card..they are just wonderful and appear to be easy..but not sure about that!! Looks just simply festive and wonderful!
    -sandy toes

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  12. Half Gaelic, Half Garlic!December 4, 2008 at 6:01:00 AM PST

    That is a corner in your kitchen?? I can only imagine what your entire house looks like...Beautiful I am sure!! I love it all!! I am also a big sucker for polka dots...anyone who has seen Sarah's closet can attest to that!!

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  13. TrixiDecember 4, 2008 at 6:03:00 AM PST

    Oh, how pretty! I love Christmas dishes.

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  14. DebDecember 4, 2008 at 6:22:00 AM PST

    See, I see these things in thrift stores or at Target, etc. and I think,"But where or when would I use that?" Well HELLO!!! Now I know it is all in the set up and the staging. What a FABULOUS way to inject the holiday into the kitchen. Love, love, love it!!!

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  15. TracyJDecember 4, 2008 at 6:35:00 AM PST

    Just found your blog - LOVE IT! You have a great flair for decorating and paper, two of my favorite things as well!

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  16. ChrisDecember 4, 2008 at 6:57:00 AM PST

    Oooh, I LOVE those plates! Are those jeweled cheese spreaders? Whatever they are, I LOVE them too! You never disappoint!

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  17. ShannonDecember 4, 2008 at 7:12:00 AM PST

    I bet people line up at the door to get in your house at Cmas! It is beautiful!

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  18. joelandbeccaDecember 4, 2008 at 7:18:00 AM PST

    WHAT A CUTE IDEA! Decoupage plates. So darling!

    And you papered your star-(last post) of course! What a good idea! I bought a whole bunch of extra and painted them all for the nursery. No one needs to know they had Santa on them!

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  19. AngieDecember 4, 2008 at 7:23:00 AM PST

    Looks awesome as usual! I have tones of white plates and am going to copy your idea. Thanks!

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  20. Rhoda @ Southern HospitalityDecember 4, 2008 at 7:29:00 AM PST

    Very pretty, Cherry! I love your decoupaged plates. I broke out the Mod Podge too this week for a kitchen tree project. all of yours looks SO pretty and festive. Enjoy the season!

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  21. jennykate77December 4, 2008 at 8:42:00 AM PST

    Those plates are too stinkin' cute! I have a thing for plates. I like to decoupage them and alter them in one way or another...so, you've given me a new idea☺ Thanks! I love all of your Christmas decor! Beautiful!

    Have a great Thursday!

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  22. Ms. TeeDecember 4, 2008 at 8:52:00 AM PST

    Everything is so beautiful! I love polka dots, too. :) I just keep wanting to look at your photos at day long!

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  23. Stacey @ The Blessed NestDecember 4, 2008 at 9:05:00 AM PST

    Love the decoupaged plates -- so pretty and festive! :)

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  24. Wendy December 4, 2008 at 9:18:00 AM PST

    I really love those plates with the decoupaged postcards. HOW CUTE IS THAT? You have an imagination that just wont quit! Keep it up lady!

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  25. Inspired KaraDecember 4, 2008 at 9:26:00 AM PST

    My favorite is the rock candy!

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  26. Happy@HomeDecember 4, 2008 at 10:04:00 AM PST

    It all looks so pretty and I love your idea with the postcards & plates and the glitter glue around them is the perfect finishing touch.

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  27. AnonymousDecember 4, 2008 at 10:15:00 AM PST

    Hi Mrs. C! I absolutely LOVE the red plates w/pine cone; the prettiest I've seen. Your idea with the white plates and postcards I will copy!lol and polka dots are an all time favorite of mine which I am bringing back into my home! Loved your post - Sincerely, Jeannette

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  28. Leigh of Tales from BloggeritavilleDecember 4, 2008 at 11:36:00 AM PST

    You are so inspirational...I am getting on my kitchen right now!

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  29. CassieDecember 4, 2008 at 12:04:00 PM PST

    Gorgeous dishes! Your kitchen looks Fa-La-La-La-abulous!

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  30. UnknownDecember 4, 2008 at 3:26:00 PM PST

    I love all your christmas goodies for your kitchen. I have always loved christmas dishes. Yours are beautiful!

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  31. Rhendy BradshawDecember 4, 2008 at 3:30:00 PM PST

    I loooove the decoupaged plates, they're adorable...I guess I'm going to have to add decoupage to my list of things to google:)

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  32. Jules from "The Roost"December 4, 2008 at 5:52:00 PM PST

    LOVE what you did to that plate!

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  33. EliseDecember 4, 2008 at 6:19:00 PM PST

    Cherry,
    You are so awesome, girl!! I love everything...Can I move in?!?!
    Elise

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  34. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceDecember 4, 2008 at 6:38:00 PM PST

    I love the little vintage pictures on the plates--the touch of glitter is a great addition! and the red pinecone plates--ooo--I those are beautiful!

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  35. CindyDecember 4, 2008 at 6:39:00 PM PST

    Adorable idea with the plates! I may have to steal it! : D

    c

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  36. Maryjane-The Beehive CottageDecember 4, 2008 at 6:46:00 PM PST

    Hi Cherry!

    Yeah, more Christmas goodness to see! Love your Target plates and clever idea with the vintage postcards! Pretty kitchen!

    Hugs,
    Maryjane

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  37. Empty Nest Full LifeDecember 4, 2008 at 6:52:00 PM PST

    Everything is so beautiful at your house, and I am wondering if it will ever come together over here. I will definitely be looking for those dollar tree stars. Jackie

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  38. Ruby Red SlippersDecember 4, 2008 at 7:37:00 PM PST

    I love the plate with the pinecone on it!

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  39. GARAGE SALE GALDecember 4, 2008 at 8:10:00 PM PST

    HiCHerry,
    I love your kitchen corner:) Very
    Christmasy and thanks for stopping over. I enjoy your visits:) I'd like to see more of your Christmas decorations...:)
    Christmas JOY to You.
    Deb

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  40. Thrifty Decor ChickDecember 4, 2008 at 9:13:00 PM PST

    I love those platters with the glitter edges around the pics. LOVE them!

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  41. TanyaDecember 5, 2008 at 4:13:00 AM PST

    So charming! I love those colors together.

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  42. ChristyDecember 5, 2008 at 4:49:00 AM PST

    Just dropping in to say hello...

    Every time I see your pictures I feel like I'm looking at a magazine.I love those holly plates and your whole kitchen corner!

    Merry Christmas!

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  43. JenniDecember 5, 2008 at 9:10:00 AM PST

    I think the plates turned out great! I love them! And the Christmas plates you say are from Target are so cute! I found some I like there, but yours are definitely cuter! They didn't have those there. That is so neat that you were able to find the plates at places other than Target! :) Everything you did in your little kitchen corner is beautiful! :)

    I hope you have a fantastic weekend! :)

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  44. Back Through TimeDecember 5, 2008 at 4:02:00 PM PST

    I love all your holiday decor!! You always have such wonderful things!
    Have a cozy weekend
    Michelle

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  45. JennyDecember 5, 2008 at 6:17:00 PM PST

    Very fun! I am blogging during breaks from decorating. Some things up then I read a blog!! hehehe! Very cute stuff!

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  46. JeniDecember 5, 2008 at 7:00:00 PM PST

    You have some very pretty things!

    I love that countdown tree you made!

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  47. SusieDecember 5, 2008 at 7:04:00 PM PST

    Those are great! I love your stuff:-)

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  48. TaushaDecember 5, 2008 at 8:35:00 PM PST

    I too am a lover of all things polka dot! I love the idea of mod podging the old place cards on the white platters! They would be super cute above my cupboards! Great ideas! Can't wait to see what else you have done.

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  49. M.L. @ The House of WhimsyDecember 5, 2008 at 8:51:00 PM PST

    Hi Cutie,
    Only if you promise not to laugh at me for starting to tear up after reading your sweet comment.

    Mary Lou : )

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  50. Catherine HolmanDecember 5, 2008 at 10:06:00 PM PST

    I love your plate idea!
    Catherine

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  51. KatDecember 6, 2008 at 12:53:00 AM PST

    I love polka dots too! Hi Cherry!
    I see Halloween is long gone and now its Christmas. Everything looks so festive. Beautiful...now come do mine.

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  52. AnonymousDecember 6, 2008 at 2:19:00 PM PST

    Oh so cute, cute, cute! I've got to try the the Christmas postcard on the white plate! I think I have a list of your projects that I want to try!!

    Manuela

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  53. DarleneDecember 6, 2008 at 7:18:00 PM PST

    Your plates are beautiful....EVERYTHING is beautiful!!! You always have the prettiest displays!! Do you give Christmas tours through your wonderful home???? LOVE IT!!

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  54. Mimi SueDecember 6, 2008 at 9:23:00 PM PST

    Your house is looking oh so festive. Loved that idea with the plates. Where do you get all these fabulous creative thrifty ideas? Mimi

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  55. squawmamaDecember 7, 2008 at 5:33:00 AM PST

    Good Morning Cherry... Come on over I have an award for you... Have a great Sunday...

    (((HUGS)))
    Donna

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  56. MammatalkDecember 7, 2008 at 8:17:00 AM PST

    The plates are beautiful. Thanks for spreading the Christmas cheer! I imagine you are busy as a bee this time of year. Can't wait to see more posts.

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  57. DenaDecember 7, 2008 at 10:13:00 AM PST

    I am loving your corner and those plates are adorable!!!!

    Hugs,
    Dena

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  58. the voice of melodyDecember 7, 2008 at 11:19:00 AM PST

    All of it is so festive but the plates are especially beautiful. :)

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  59. SherriDecember 7, 2008 at 3:36:00 PM PST

    Your kitchen decorations are wonderful! I love the holly berry dishes from Target!

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  60. The Style SistersDecember 7, 2008 at 7:43:00 PM PST

    Wow you have been busy! Love all you decorations, the plates everything!

    Hey I just challenged you to write 7 things about yourself. Check out my blog. Then pass it on to a few others to do the same.

    Have fun. Karin

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  61. Jana Johnson LabelDecember 7, 2008 at 10:49:00 PM PST

    I just wanted to let you know that I'm glad you found my blog and It's been lots of fun going to yours.
    Jana

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  62. JoyDecember 8, 2008 at 12:33:00 AM PST

    Oh my, now I'm feeling even MORE behind! Your home is looking so festive and I LOVE all of the Christmas crafting you've been up to. In fact, I was thinking that it would be fun to take a break from my decorating and come craft with you. OH PLEASE!

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  63. ElyseDecember 8, 2008 at 6:34:00 AM PST

    lovely details!!!

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  64. Cynthia's Cottage DesignDecember 8, 2008 at 8:55:00 AM PST

    Omg, your colors are amazing and everything looks stunning Cherry! I love those plates, they are so unique and pretty! I love going through your blog, simply beautiful!!

    Hugs , Cynthia

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  65. NicoleDecember 8, 2008 at 2:49:00 PM PST

    Your holiday decorations are gorgeous, I love how vintage the look!

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  66. Essential Oil Premier UniversityDecember 8, 2008 at 9:22:00 PM PST

    Well, your kitchen certainly is ready for Christmas now, isn't it?

    Everything looks lovely and too nice to actually use :)

    Blessings,

    Sher

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  67. Debra HowardDecember 10, 2008 at 6:02:00 PM PST

    Your kitchen is so cheery & cherry. I love the vintage touches & it is all in my favorite colors for a kitchen, red & green.
    Debbie

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