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Wednesday, November 14, 2012

One Good Turn

What's It Wednesday #48
Hi everyone and welcome to another What's It Wednesday. I'm sorry for being MIA but I've been dealing with some major computer issues. But with that behind me, I'm excited for the holiday season. Today I'm sharing one of my latest finds, a seven piece cruet set. One look and I was in love with the frilly ornateness of it.
 
Cruet sets were a Victorian invention that held the condiment of the day. The silver topped ones held salt and pepper, and the center is a mustard pot.
 
The crystal stoppered bottles held oils and vinegars.
 
My favorite is the ornate detailing and draping of the silver.
 
But there's another secret, it turns like a Lazy Susan! I'd never seen one like that before. For sixty bucks, I think I got a steal!
 
Thanks for stopping by and happy shopping!
Hugs,
Patti
 
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55 comments:

Heirloom treasures said...

OOOh I am in love with this piece,love silver x

Meg said...

How beautiful the cruet looks with the blue and white china!

Anonymous said...

Absolutely gorgeous! The fact that it is also a Lazy Susan adds to its appeal.

Anonymous said...

OMG! It looks so vintage and royal! <3

SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...Pernilla said...

What an absolutely stunning piece! A real treasure :) Thanks for hosting! ~Pernilla

Karena said...

So Beautiful Patty! Thank you for hosting...be sure to come and enter my Giveaway!

xoxo
Karena
Scalamandre Giveaway

Rosemary and Thyme said...

Hello Patti,

What a gorgeous Cruet Set. The workmanship on it is outstanding. Great find.
Thanks for hosting.

Julie Marie said...

Hi Patti... I have missed you!!!.. so happy you got your computer up and running... LOVE your exquisite cruet set... I am just drooling over it... I have never ever seen one that turned like a lazy~susan either... and the price you paid was fantastic... I have an incomplete vintage set, and would love to find matching items to go with it... thanks for sharing your beautiful tresor... and for hosting your party... I linked up today, xoxo Julie Marie Hello Paula!

Penny @ Penny's Vintage Home said...

Your cruet is gorgeous! Thank you so much for hosting, I love to come here and party! I am honored to have my fall tree featured this week, thank you!
Hugs, Penny

Curtains in My Tree said...


I love your fancy smancy cruet set so beautiful.
I have an old one with odd cannisters in it but I still love it , my Mom bought it years ago .
You have so many pretty things

Happy turkey day to you & your family

Trisha said...

That cruet set is so pretty! Thanks for letting me join in on the fun!

~Trisha

Cottage and Broome said...

Your vintage cruets are so beautiful! Thanks for hosting again this week, Laura

Antiques And Teacups said...

I have always loved cruet sets, and am sorry they still aren't adding a bit of elegance to every dining table. Thanks for hosting.
Ruth

Barbara @ 21 Rosemary Lane said...

Gorgeous...love it! Thank you so much for sharing with us as well as for hosting this weeks party!

Gina @ VictorianWannaBe said...

Hi Patti, Pretty cruet set. And that it turns like a lazy susan, wow, how lucky for you. Mine doesn't turn. Boo! Hoo! Come and visit me. Gina

Judy at GoldCountryCottage said...

Thank you, Patti, for hosting. The cruets are just beautiful and lots of great features..Happy Wednesday..Judy

Joy@aVintageGreen said...

Wonderful cruet set Patti and great features this week. Thank you for hosting.
Joy

Cindy Adkins said...

That's really beautiful, Patti. It seems everything from that era was so elegant! Thanks for hosting!
Hugs,
Cindy

Artsy VaVa said...

Thanks for hosting the party and for featuring my stone coasters!

Fashion-isha said...

Those lazy susans are absolutely gorgeous!!
xo
Sharon

Fashion-isha said...

Those lazy susans are absolutely gorgeous!!
xo
Sharon

Rebecca Nelson said...

I joined in the FUN!

LOVING THAT CRUET! SWOOOOON....

Love, Rebecca

Castles Crowns and Cottages said...

PATTI! IT IS SO GOOD TO SEE YOU AGAIN! I had thought about you since so many other people have seem to not be around as well due to computer issues! SO good to see your comment!

I have a set of these cruets and I use them to put my glitter in them for my workshop! The things you can do with an object!

Truly, it is so good to see your beauty back in Blogland! I bet you are going to decorate in such a beautiful way for the holidays, and can you believe how close we are? NO!!!

BIGGEST HUGS MY DEAR and I hope school is going well; I am subbing this year due to being an artist now!

Much love, Anita

Mystica said...

I love your cruet set. Its the first time I've seen salt and pepper and the mustard pot and the oils all together. Gorgeous.

Maureen said...

Oh that set is beautiful! I always wondered what each piece was for... thank you for the info!

Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures said...

Wow, this is gorgeous. I've never seen one that turns and to find one in such good condition with all the pieces is amazing. Thanks for sharing another one of your beautiful treasures.

Doni said...

Gorgeous! The sparkle is so alluring...you just want to stare at it! I can't believe you found such a lovely for such a low price! You will enjoy that piece for ages now...and it will always make you smile! Thank you so much for sharing it with us for Pearls and Lace Thursday this week!
So glad you came by!!!
Blessings,
Doni

The Polka Dot Closet said...

I thought I had not seen a post from you for a while...Darn those computers! I love the cruet, I have never seen on that turns either, gorgeous piece!

Carol

Burlap Luxe said...

Oh Patti
Its also been awhile for my visit to you even when your computer was up and running :(
Making up for it now :)

I love and adore your visits and you leave the best comments that encourage all that I am and what I create :)

I love the pieces you treasure and what is its, making it such a wonderment to treasure. Such beautiful treasure you behold, your home must feel like a china cupboard, a china cabinet to behold :)

Keep the computer running we don't want to miss out on a things!

Lots of love gearing up to the holidays.

xoxo
Dore

lvroftiques said...

That was quite a STEAL! It's so rare to find them with all their stoppers. Thanks for hosting! Vanna

Sarah said...

Oh, my this is a beauty. I've always admired these beautiful sets. I have one, but it's a plain Jane compared to this one. Fantastic find! ~ Sarah

Sylvia said...

Hi Patti, I would love to thank Ivy and Elephants for featuring my roasted pumpkin recipe the previous week. You are kind! I love this gorgeous cruet set and I hope to be lucky enough to find such treasure for myself. Have a peaceful weekend!

Rosemary@villabarnes said...

What a gorgeous cruet set. Love your style.

Jennelise said...

That is a beautiful set! Thankyou so much for stopping by and leaving such a lovely comment! It has been a little while since I have been able to visit! I hope that you are doing well and enjoying getting ready for the holidays. Take care!
Jennelise

WhiteWhispers2u said...

Very pretty aren't they! I don't see many myself they must be rare.Thanks for sharing~Cheers Kim

Stacey said...

gorgeous! love the ornate designs too. xx

fixitfaerie said...

Wow, what a beautiful set. I can honestly say I have never seen one this nice. Thanks for sharing Blessings Paula

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness....that's the prettiest cruet set I have ever seen. It's just beautiful and what you paid for is amazing too....fabulous find! xoxo

French-Kissed said...

Hi Patti,

I can see why this beautiful set captured your heart...and how lucky to find all of the bottles in tact...I don't think I have ever met a cruet set I didn't like but this one is very special. Hope your computer problems are behind you and that you and your family enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Jermaine

Julia @ Vintage with Laces said...

No wonder you fell in love with that gorgeous piece right away. How cool that it even turns like a lazy Susan. Great find!
Happy weekend!
Hugs,
Julia

The French Hutch said...

Hi Patty, The cruet is a lovely find for you and it's just gorgeous. I'm sure it will find just the right place on your Thanksgiving table. Blessings to you and yours and Happy Thanksgiving!

~Emily
The French Hutch

Unknown said...

Beautiful!
Thanks for hosting a lovely party!

FABBY'S LIVING said...

Loving the gorgeous cruet, just lovely!! Thank you for your sweet visit lovely lady. I just linked at your party with my grands French birthday party. you are so generous! Lots of hugs,
FABBY

Pinky at Designs by Pinky said...

HI Patti! I LOVE your new set, it IS beautiful and it SPINS!!! Thanks too, for your sweet comment on my blog. Today is our 45th anniversary AND I am having our dinner group here tonight so I ahve to RUN, busy, busy!!! XO, Pinky

Fete et Fleur said...

Dear Patti,

What a beautiful set! You have exquisite taste and everything is always displayed to perfection in your home. Thanks so much for your visit. Life has certainly been full lately. So sorry to hear of your computer woes. I hope everything is fixed now. Have a lovely Sunday.

Nancy

Gina said...

That is a stunning cruet set! Very elegant.

Deserae said...

What a gorgeous piece....you got such a great deal too! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!!
~Des

Adorned From Above said...

Thanks so much for hosting. Your blog is so beautiful.
Have a great Thanksgiving.
Debi @ Adorned From Above

Palomasea said...

This is a stunning piece!!
I wish you both a most beautiful Thanksgiving!
Love and blessings,
- Irina

Clara said...

You found a beautiful piece..just gorgeous.
~Clara

Sherry @ No Minimalist Here said...

Patti, You did get a steal on this gorgeous cruet set. This is one of the prettiest ones I have seen. Thanks for joining the Open House party and have a great Thanksgiving.

TracyMB @ Crows Feet Chic said...

I think you have the most beautiful cruet I have ever seen! Love, love the silver detailing. Love the vintage photos on your blog too! Thanks so much for your visit and sweet comments. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! :)

Nellie's Cozy Place said...

Hi Patti,
Wow, I think you wound up with a great find. Beautiful, and so neat it is like a lazy susan as well.
Blessings,
Nellie

Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson said...

Hi Patti,
what a beautiful cruet. It is ever so elegant! Thanks for sharing it with Share Your Cup.
Hugs,
Jann

susan hemann said...

My mother had one of those sets. It used to be on our dining room table. I miss it. Slowly over the years the glass broke.

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