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| "I LOVE collecting these Victorian Valentines" probably as much as the original Love that the cards exchanged... I particularly look for these with the little 3-D tissue fold outs(The two pictured here are German)...I think that I am "Drawn" to the 3-D honeycomb ones because it reminds me of my Dad and his Christmas tissue honeycomb bells that he would hang from EVERY light fixture in our home! I would stand under him on his chair as he reached up high and hung them in place... |
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| "I just picked up this FUN READ"... It didn't take long to get trapped into it's spell... It's a delightful story mixing Food & Love(just as the title implies) |
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| My two youngest sons gave me this Valentine card MANY Moon Ago... Do you see the Heart with a Smile in the middle of the bouquet?(That is Moi) |
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| The cherry pie you see is actually hand carved out of a single piece of wood... The man that made these used to make them exclusively for a few chosen bakeries in Manhattan(He is now retired)... It looks So Real, even up close you can almost smell it... |
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| Almost every detail of my table tonight is a gift from all my favorite people...My Husband, sons, family and friends... All the people who grace my life with Their warmth and comfort... "Life is Good"!!! |
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| Please be warned that Mr Capella has an incredible ability with words... This is going to have you craving all sorts of culinary temptations... AND "You will probably gain a pound or two along his chapters"...BUT I guarantee it will be a delicious ride for you to travel... |
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| Ms Sweet Lil' Hershey Kisses is always so delighted to attend a tea party... She can sweeten anyone's day! (Little Miss Hershey Kisses is a Madame Alexander Doll) |
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| Ceramics was one of my hobbies back in the early 70s... This was the smallest and favorite of a set of canisters I had made... Although I have used this little cupcake quite often the remainder of the set stays Tucked away waiting for someone to say "They would LOVE to own it" and Magically it will be theirs! I think I have had a few hints from my youngest son BUT nothing definite YET! |
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| Nothing whispers "Sweetheart" like Roses&Orchids... I love this combination throughout the winter season until the Pastels of Spring breath their fresh air upon us once more... |
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| This little bear just loves to pour cream from my antique German transferware "Burgenland"... I didn't have the heart to tell her to wait for the tea... |
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71 comments:
Oh dear Donna...thank you for your lovaly comment! I love your Valentines table, your cups, German transferware, just beautiful, I totally love all you did. WOW! I hope I can buy myself a new camera, mine broke recently, we went on a cruise Dic. 31 to the very south of America for 18 days, anyway, the camera fell and that's it!
How are you pretty girl? How did your Hollidays end? Hope all is great for 2011!
XOX
FABBY
Sooooo beautiful. I enjoyed looking at all the beautiful gifts you have assembled for our pleasure. The memory of your dad and the tissue bells warms the heart. Those memories are what make like worth living. Can't get over how real the cherry looks. I would have broken a tooth. Hugs, Ginger
Happy RT!
Beautiful blog this is!
XOXO Lola:)
Donna, I am in awe of the beautiful red transferware....and the rose handle on that sweet spoon is so special!!!
Sherry
All so very pretty and so beautifully put together. I, as you might know love vintage valentines too, you have some great ones. The little cupcake is adorable.(-:
Your valentine table looks so darling. I love that special day too.
Willow
every picture here is a beautiful work of art. Just incredible all of them
"if music is the food of love, play on..."
Such a delightful post Miz Donna, love the Burgenland service and the little waitress is a delight.
Maggie
Loved all that...I was really staring to drool over that cherry pie until I read that it was made of wood! LOL
Aren't you glad you kept the Valentines. When I save a card I sometimes I think I shouldn't but they bring back such special memories!
What a beautiful sight this blog is. I so enjoyed all the pictures of your beautiful Burgenland dishes. The little Miss Hersheys Kisses is so cute and the bear pouring cream. So creative and reminiscent of my childhood. Thanks for the step back in time.
These Valentine goodies are so pretty.
Yummy-as-can-be
Donna, this is absolutely adorable. Love your little cupcake canister, and I love the way the little bear is pouring a "ribbon" of tea into the cup. SO cute!
XO,
Sheila :-)
Donna, you never cease to amaze me. Your Valentine's Day table top is so adorable! I can't get over the pie. It looks so real! But my favorite is the bear pouring you a cup of tea. Oh, and I also like the Madame Alexander doll :D
The transferware is absolutely beautiful! The cherry pie is so interesting, it DOES look like you just cut a slice from it!
The book looks good...and I AM afraid I'd gain a few pounds with each chapter, but what a lovely read! I love the pie, too...imagine, made from wood! You cupcake looks delicious, this is a very sweet {!!} post, Donna!
XO,
Jane
Donna this was a lovely post! I was looking at that pie and my mouth was watering...what talent to make something so realistic looking and lucky you for finding it. I love the way you put the ribbon in the little creamer to look like cream being poured...how cute! You have some very pretty things and they are so nicely displayed. That book looks interesting..I may just have to look for it myself. I hope you have a great week. Maura :) ps be warm and stay safe.
Those are so beautiful and how nice that they were given to you by special people and hold such nice memories!
Thanks so much to for your lovely comments and for taking time to visit.
:) Michelle
Hi Donna, That is a cute post with that litle bear and the delicious cupcake. Thanks for sharing..............Julian
What a lovely collection of ♥'s you have! And you display them so wonderfully amongst your pretty china!
The other Connolly
Your table is wonderful Valentine's Day!
I love everything: the bear pouring the cream into the cup Burgenland, I have lived in Germany for many years, I like These Victorian Valentines. In Italy it is celebrated only between husband and wife or boyfriend. From you, instead we exchange gifts and greeting cards with all the people you love. I prefer your ways, it's nice to prove to those around us all our love. Hugs
Gilda
I love your table...it's so romantic & dreamy.
My sister had the same cupcake made in ceramics from the 70s. In the early 90s she sold it in a garage sale. We then spent the past 5-6 years looking for one because she was so sorry she sold it. We finally found one last August at an antique show.
Hello dear Donna,
you made again a wonderful and amazing post. So many nice things! I don't know where to start. This cherry cake is so amazing. I can't believe it is carved from wood. Beautiful artwork! I love those Victorian cards also and the little Miss Hersheys and the bear are so cute. And your levely spoons, yes, I saw them! Wish you a wonderful week.
Greetings, Johanna
Donna, what a darling Valentine post. The valentine card from your children is too sweet. The bear pouring ribbon is so smart! hugs♥O
I love old Valentines as well -- you have some lovelies!
Very sweet. Stay warm up there.
Hi Donna, I love to come over here when I have time to examine each of your photos! I used to love to go with my Mom to her ceramics in the 70's-and I am waiting for all her treasures although I have to fight my 2 sisters for them! I don't think the paint it yourself places are really the same. And your little hershey's kiss doll is perfect for this Valentine scene! I am heading over to amazon to check on that book! Linda
I love your cupcake! The perfect setting for valentine's day - Jennifer
This is so pretty and so romantic. I love all of your pretty vintage items. Absolutely charming. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty
Donna, this is absolutely adorable! But then I'm always saying that about your vignettes. You have the most interesting and beautiful treasures. Who else would have a hand carved cherry pie? Each special detail of this vignette makes my heart sing. Love the valentines, Miss Hershey Kiss, and that lovely Burgenland.
I'm looking over to the sidebar and seeing 18 degrees and snow. Believe it or not, we are predicted to be in the teens this week. It's already in the 20s. What's the deal, this is Texas? LOL
Stay warm and cozy ~ Sarah
Your table is set just perfectly for a wonderful Valentine's Day tea. Everything is so lovely! Thanks for sharing!
How charming, Donna! Your tea set is so pretty and I love those Valentines! How nice to have such a beautiufl collectin from people you love! The book sounds interesting, too! Hope you are having a great week!...hugs...Debbie
This was the sweetest, darling post! So adoreable! I loved each treasure! Just Charming!!
Oh...I love your littel Miss Hershey Kisses..she is beautiful..Love your Valentine cards..how nice to find another collector..
Have a great Valentine Season,
~Shirley & Cupid...
Oh wow! I've come back several times just to have the time to look at each piece.. Wonderful collection and so fun. Great way to bring a smile to everyone who sees them. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Donna. Your Valentine table is so pretty, and with the addition of your vintage items it's so special.
What a delightful post. Your posts always seem magical to me...just like your beautiful home. Pure magic!
I can't believe that cherry pie is a carved piece of wood! It looks positively yummy. Love all of your valentine decorations!
Happy REDnesday!
Carol
Wow! Donna...
I'm loving it! (not just the McDonald say) Richie says too...
Blessings,
/chie
Love those victorian valentines. I felt like I was right there at the tea party with you and Ms. Hershey's Kisses! Visiting from Holiday Haven.
This is delightful~ Love the ribbon/cream your sweet bear is pouring! Your book has me intrigued most of all, I need to go sneak a peek on Amazon :-)
What a fun table Donna! The vintage Valentine's are spectacular, and I'm sure your son will love the canisters:@)
PS-Hope you're weathering this last storm ok!
Hi, Donna.. stopping back by and hopping off the tour train to wish you a Happy Tablescape Thursday. As you know, I adore your Valentines, and that little bear is precious!
Happy Tablescape Thursday to you...
XO,
Sheila :-)
Perfection! I love to work in clay, too. Your canister is whimsical and wonderful, and the German transferware is such a treasure. Tell that bear to be careful! Thank you for sharing y our lovely design. Cherry Kay
This is such a sweet table...just charming.
Thinking of all of you in that blizzrd!
Warm South African blessings
Shel
Love your blog, I'm a new follower! Love the ribbon "pouring" out of the jug, what a clever, creative idea :)
Hugs
Mandy
What a CHARMING table! Everything is so romantic and beautiful. I must have that book! It seems all I'm reading lately are novels with a food theme -- just finished The Love Goddess's Cooking School and am currently reading Good Enough to Eat. I'll look into this book as well. Thanks for the tip and for the view of your lovely table.
Your Valentines are lovely and the table settings are wonderful. I can bet that your cupcake canisters will not stay hidden for too long...that small one is adorable!
I'm visiting for Rednesday.
Hugs,
Stephanie ♥
I've never seen roses and orchids. How absolutely stunning!
Nancy
What treasured family memories! I love the vintage Valentine theme. Thanks for sharing!
This table is delightful. I loved seeing those pretty Valentines, your pretty china; and all of the treasures. The Hershey Kiss doll looks like a Gini doll. So cute. How clever to use a ribbon to give the appearance of tea being poured. Love it! laurie
What a beautiful romantic table, Donna.
Freezing cold weather never looked more romantic. Thank you for sharing
I just love your blog! You have such a knack for arranging all your treasures and I adore to see.
This is a darling post! All of the details are so beautiful. The pie is just amazing. Love the ribbon as creamer, love the vintage everything.
Thanks so much for adding this lovely post to The Valentines Party!
Such a cute Valentine's table -- what an amazing pie!
Absolutely precious! I also have never seen the adorable Hershey doll, so cute!! Lori
Donna,
I love chocolate, too. I must discipline myself to not think about it...
The wooden cherry pie is unbelievable. That guy was a real artist.
Red and white is great year round and helps to warm up the winter days.
I've been thinking since Simple Pleasures Thursday about your comment that I'm "halfway to baking another cake"! What a delicious philosophy!
Very sweet. You have so many special things on your table.
Hi Donna,
What a beautiful Pink Saturday Post. It's a pleasure to meet you and share Pink Saturday with new friends.
Drop by and say hello and "follow me" on my pink journey.
Have a great weekend.
xo Cathy
What a fabulous collection of Valentines! This post is gorgeous!
Happy PS!
Hi Donna~ What a darling vignette! I adore your collection of Valentines and your pretty tea setting- but the little hostess pouring the tea is stealing the show! Thanks for sharing this at Feathered Nest Friday! :)
Gorgeous post, Donna. I love your transferware and red is my favourite! The Valentines are beautiful but I am amazed at that cherry pie! The man is a real genius when it comes to wood carving! It looks good enough to eat! I too am a chocoholic. I sometimes need a little bit every day. That's when I dig out my stash of Hersheys kisses.:) Happy Pink Saturday, my friend. Hope your weekend's going well.
Blessings,
Sandi
What precious VDay displays!
Happy PS!
Big TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents
What an awesome valentine's scene. Thanks for being a part of Seasonal Sundays.
- The Tablescaper
Your Valentine photos are lovely! Makes me want to be a little girl again on Valentine's Day!
I'm visiting from the "Breath of Fresh Air" blog's tea party. Your tea things are lovely and I love all that red. Red is my favorite color. I loved how you styled the creamer and teacup with the ribbon "pouring" out of the creamer into the teacup. That's really cute!!! Love and hugs from Oregon, Heather :)
Hello there Donna,
What an absolutely delightful assemblage of antique Valentines, adorable teddy bears, cupcakes, roses and all things afternoon tea.., Beyond delightful!..,
Thanks so very much for joiningus for TTTT and also our 69th, 'TuesdayFor Two'.
Please pop by 'for tea' anytime!
Cheers and hugs from Wanda Lee
Dear Donna,
What a fabulous cottage ensconsed in a such a tremendous amount of snow! I am quite smitten with your little bear as he so graciously pours ribbon-cream from the gorgwous pink tranfer-wear creamer. Just darling! Do drop by my blog sometime soon for a spot of virtual splosh! You are most welcomed anytime, as the teapot in blogland is always on.
I'm so happy I found your beautiful blog while participating in Holiday Haven's party! I will enjoy being a follower; I know that there is much more to come (and to catch-up on!) I will be on the look-out for some lovely vintage Valentines like yours! Annie
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