I’ve been playing around with my camera more, working on the settings and getting those beautiful shots that we all love and I’m pretty pleased with how these came out, so I’m showing you my white dishes. Again.
Remember that green flatware that I got for $1 at the yardsale? I love how they look mixed in with the white dishes. I’ve managed to get so many pieces added to my collection, that I’m really running out of room in here for more. But, I’ve got some ideas on how to make it work a bit better for me. Still loving the Antique White walls in here. It’s just so peaceful and calm. These faux pears look so real, don’t they?
Birds and bunnies really do work together. Urns up high on my columns came from Southern Living at Home, now Willow House. So, you can see I don’t have much room left for more. But, I have a plan that I hope will give me a little more organization in here. I brainstormed with Layla while she was here, after thinking this over and told her my idea of taking down the 4 smaller shelves on each side and adding 2 chunkier shelves in the middle where the mirror is now. I think I’ll add mirrors on either side flanking the sideboard and I’m going to build 2 shelves for the middle. I had considered selling my sideboard for a larger piece with an open hutch on top, but it would be hard to find just the right piece at the right price for that plan. I think this one will be fun to do!
They will be larger and deeper than the ones I have now, so I should be able to group all my white dishes a little better. I considered 2 large chunky shelves from Ballards in White, but I think after seeing this pic, I’ve changed my mind…Love these rustic shelves that I spotted in this month’s House Beautiful, so I think I’ll try to come up with something like this. I could stain the boards dark to go with my dark wood furniture and either do old rustic corbels OR some iron ones like this pic. If I can find the right corbels to work together, I think it will be stunning.
Oh, and I’ve also got some ideas on adding some picture molding to the walls above and using one of those cool new lattice stencils. I am picturing it now, so hope it turns out the way I’m envisioning. Of course, you’ll be the first to see it all once I get it finished. That might be awhile!
So, wish me luck on this one! I can’t wait to see what I find out there to make all of this work. I’ll be on the hunt for some old corbels or iron brackets for this project.
For some extra white dish inspiration, I spotted this beautifully stocked china cabinet filled with my favorite dish hue in the October issue of Living. Ahhh….doesn’t this just make you smile?! Shelves are a great way to display collectibles, don’t you agree?!
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Sometimes I have to pinch myself. I’m truly awed, amazed and humbled at the opportunities and open doors that have come my way because of blogging. Truly amazing!
I have huge and exciting bit of news to share with you!! A few short months ago on Twitter, some girls started a campaign with Nate Berkus and the new show that he is doing, which by the way, just aired for the first time on Monday. They started a blogger’s Nate Day and asked everyone to blog about Nate’s new show, which I did here, in June. I love Nate and have followed him for years after his debut as a designer. He does fantastic work!
Anyway, they put an idea out to Nate’s producers to have a blogger day, inviting the bloggers who had blogged about Nate’s new show. Well, they came through and we all got invitations to come to NYC next Tuesday, the 21st, for a blogger’s show!! Can you imagine how much fun that is going to be?? I got 2 tickets, so got to invite a guest and I’m taking Sarah with Thrifty Decor Chick with me to the show and we are meeting up with our friend, Kate and Emily and several other girls that we have met through blogging. I’ll be going up on Monday and returning home on Wednesday.
I’ve only been to NYC one time about 15 years ago on a quick business trip up to NJ and it was WAY too fast. I’ve always wanted to go back, so I am just beyond thrilled for this fun adventure. I think the show will be taped and shown later, so I’ll try to get the scoop on that. A whole show full of decor bloggers, how fun is that going to be?!
Before you get too jealous, they are not paying our way up there, we are all on our own for that, but it’s a wonderful opportunity that I wouldn’t miss for the world! And of course, I’ll be taking about a zillion pics to share with all of you!
I have watched 2 days of Nate’s show and am absolutely loving it! If you love decor shows, I think you will too. You can click on the link to Nate’s website for all the details and to find a station near you. The best part?! He’s on every single day with lots of great ideas, celebrity guests, and inspiration. I predict The Nate Show will be a HUGE success.
Shelia says
Hi Rhoda! Oh, I love all of your pretty white ironstone pieces! You do have quite a few pieces! 🙂 Love the addition of the faux pears – I have some of those too and the little touches of bunnies!
Can’t wait to see what you’re going to do.
Congrats on your upcoming adventure.
be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
down comforter says
That is so exciting! I am sure you will have a lot of fun!
Vanessa says
Hi Rhoda! Those pictures are GORGEOUS! Truly magazine worthy! I never thought I would enjoy the photography side of blogging so much and I am having so much fun learning about all of these great tricks. Thanks for inspiring us to take our pics to the next level! And, how exciting about the Nate Berkus show!!!!
Blessings,
Vanessa
http://southerninmyheart.blogspot.com
Pam Fitz says
Hi Rhoda! Congrats on your NY trip! I hope you have a blast and I can’t wait to hear all about it!
Your photography looks beautiful. I was so frustrated taking pics of my dining room yesterday. I don’t have great light in my home but I’m wondering if there’s something I could be doing with my camera to improve the situation. I need to learn more about photography!
Christine says
First, love the photos of your white dishes. Very nicely done. Second: Woo hoo on your upcoming trip to NYC! How fun will that be?! Have a wonderful time, can’t wait to hear all about your adventures there.
Claire Rose says
Lucky, lucky you-going to see Nate the eye candy decorator-I’ve watched his show 2x so far and I like what I see too! Love all your white dishes and can’t wait to see the new shelving-I’ll be waiting!
Kristen says
Congrats on the trip to NY and TNBS….how exciting! Love all your ironstone…..can’t wait to see the new arrangement! I’m sure it will be spectacular!
Kristen
Kathy :) says
Okay dear Rhoda….I don’t have a jealous bone in my body….that is until this post………..OMG I ADORE NATE !!!! I had the 13th circled on my calendar so I would remember to record the show….I just love everything he does…..I can still picture that tiny apt he did in the very beginning of his journey….
Have fun NYC is so pretty this time of year !!! Cool nights so take some sweaters………
All the best,
Kathy 🙂
Kate (Southern-Belle-Simple) says
I was lucky enough to be in Nate’s audience for a taping the week before last! In NYC with my family for a little end of summer vacay…I took my mom and we had a blast! His producer who does between segment stuff is hilarious! We left there with $50 BedBath&Beyond gift cards to boot! Hope you have a great time as well! If you have a chance, you should walk up 57th street after the taping and have lunch at the Russian Tea Room! We did and it was amazing! xoxo
Kathy :) says
ps me again….I just heard that Rue is shuting down her blog, I really enjoyed her 🙁
FYI
Kathy 🙂
Allison says
How awesome is that?! I saw another blogger that I follow was invited to go too. I’m still pretty jealous- having to pay for it yourself and all. Have a blast! I’ve recorded all his shows this week but have yet to sit down to watch them.
And lovely plates. I think two chunkier shelves will look nice.
Cherish says
Congrats Rhoda! That is such exciting news! I hope your trip is wonderful! Can’t wait to see what you do w. the new shelves.
sandy says
So excited for you! Have fun!
Pat@Back Porch Musings says
Hi Rhoda
I am finally sitting here with my feet up, getting back to see this post a little closer. I love your idea for the shelves!
Great job with the photos, too.
I have not seen Nate’s new show, but will definitely check to see if it is available here. I have always loved seeing his work! Congrats on seeing his show and NYC in person!
Janet says
How exciting! I love Nate too. I just checked his site for the time and channel that his show is on here in Detroit. 2am! For real!
[email protected] says
Hi Rhonda, first of all congrats on going to see Nate’s show. How exciting is that? I’m sure you will have a great time. Can’t wait to see the post on that. Also, I love the white pieces that you have been collecting. I am also a collector of all things white when it comes to serving pieces, etc. So fun to see what you have. Thanks for sharing.
Karen says
Congratulations on your upcoming television appearance and on the white dish display dilemma—can’t wait to see it when it’s finished.
Kathysue says
Rhoda, Rhoda, Rhoda, that is such exciting news!!! I am so happy for you, that is amazing!!! Oh what an audience that will be. I wonder if they will gear the show towards bloggers. How fun, I can not wait to hear allllll about it. I also have to mention your idea of center shelves and two mirrors on each side, Love this idea I think it will look great!! KATHYSUE
Nancy says
Whooh Whoo……….. You are going to have a blast! Congrats to you!!!! Nancy from OHIO
Karen says
Wow! That is exciting. I love the white dishes.
Karen