Jeannie Marie & Company

I've been meaning to head out to the thrift store for a while but life keeps getting in the way.  Even today, when I was determined to see what's out there, I was waylaid a couple of times.  I didn't actually arrive at the store until close to 4:00 PM.   I want to make more whimseys and flower plates for local consignment.  Who knows I may even reopen my Etsy shop.   I love this fish plate.  It's pottery, not ceramic. It may be hard not to keep this cup.  I'm such a sucker for a great mug.   The Banana tree is so Florida! This has the makings of a good start for a  table whimsey. .  These vintage birds could be put with this plate, the colors are very similar, but we'll see! Nothing happens until it happens.   The Olive pattern is just beautiful.   A definite keeper.  I've already had a cup of tea in it .  It's a large mug, curved lip, great color and texture.  There...

I love putting together a whimsey with my hostess right there choosing her dishes.  It's a great way of showing your appreciation for the visit.  This one was intended for her beautiful back garden.    The special thing about a garden whimsy is, no one has another like it.   While she was at work, I scoured the thrift shops for fun dishes that complimented each other.  I always choose dishes safe for food even if I plan to make a garden whimsey.  Who knows?  It might turn into a tidbit tray.  First I placed all the dishes I purchased out on the kitchen table that I had covered with newspaper.  Each dish had been washed and all tags removed.   We then had a fun time putting different dishes together until we decided on the combination she liked best.  I applied a  special glue that was for outdoors and can weather heat and freezing temperatures.  There was an overnight ...