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A Gift From a Friend

Y'all know how much I love blue & white, especially dishes!! So I just had to show you these little treasures that I received from a friend for Christmas. She knows me well:)


I've never seen this pattern before, but it is beautiful!

I have the teapot and trivet displayed in my living room and the pitcher is in my hall bath (thus the difference in lighting).

Thank you, Ashley! I'm enjoying these beauties very much!

Visit Kelli at There Is No Place Like Home to see more *treasures*. Especially check out my sister, Kari, and see all of the great goodies she made for us this past Christmas! She amazes me with her creativity!!

P.S. If you haven't already, check out my giveaway! You can comment to win through the 10th!!

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Linda C said…
This is so pretty and so special because it came from a good friend!
So nice:)

Linda C
January 9, 2009 at 12:53 AM
Betsy Brock said…
Gifts from friends are the best! I've never seen this patter before..it's very pretty! The gold in the background is lovely!
January 9, 2009 at 7:23 AM
Nancy said…
What beautiful pieces!
January 9, 2009 at 7:45 AM
Kathi said…
It's wonderful to have a friend who knows you so well. Just lovely! The colors are so rich and the pattern so pretty. Kathi
January 9, 2009 at 7:54 AM
Rechelle ~Walnuthaven Cottage~ said…
Isn't it just the best to have a friend who is so tuned into you and your likes. She gave you the perfect gift!
Very pretty!
January 9, 2009 at 9:24 AM
Kari said…
Oh, I didn't get to see these before you went back home. They're beautiful, but what else would one expect from Ashley? =)
January 9, 2009 at 10:03 AM
SmilingSally said…
Oh I love blue and white too! Please come and take a look at my sidebar for the blue jay to find out about Blue Monday. I think you're perfect for it!

http://smilingsally.blogspot.com/
January 9, 2009 at 10:55 AM
Anonymous said…
What a beautiful set.
January 9, 2009 at 11:01 AM
A Hint of Home said…
The pattern is very different and very pretty.
January 9, 2009 at 11:03 AM
Lisa Cobler said…
Those are beautiful. I've never seen anything like these before.
January 9, 2009 at 12:11 PM
Carla said…
Classic!! Score:)
January 9, 2009 at 12:13 PM
FeeBeeKay said…
Such beautiful designs - no wonder you are delighted!! Hope you get lots of enjoyment out of them!
January 9, 2009 at 1:30 PM
Missy Wertz said…
You have some lovely gifts there. I can see why you love them.
January 9, 2009 at 2:49 PM
Belinda said…
Your friend chose something especially for you! I love blue and white too...its always so fresh and pretty. :-)
January 9, 2009 at 3:18 PM
The Raggedy Girl said…
How very special and the colors are so unique.
Roberta Anne
January 9, 2009 at 5:12 PM
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