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Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Berry Christmas

What's It Wednesday #104

I'm sharing a new find that I'm berry happy with. It's not these luscious berries, although I love them too.

It's my new “old” spoon rack. I love the ornateness of it. The moment I saw it in the thrift store I was smitten. It was covered in necklaces (and dust) and looked forlorn. It took a couple of visits and a lot of begging, you see it wasn't even for sale. Why are the good things always marked NFS!

But you see these beauties are the reason I HAD to have it! I started some time ago collecting berry spoons. I love the gorgeous details on the handles and the bowls. Flowers and grapes, even a shell bowl! Each one unique.

Imagine all those gorgeous pretties designed to perform a specific service. Just berries!
Those Victorians sure knew how to live!

This grape patterned one is my berry favorite!

I think the rack has space for about 20 spoons, so I have lots more fun to look forward to in the new year.

Berry Christmas!
Patti

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92 comments:

  1. MONSIEUR LE CHAT ET MOIDecember 11, 2013 at 1:21 AM

    So funny I'm the first to participate ! thanks for hosting my first post of my christmas tour in my shabby French pink home !!

    xoxo from PARIS

    Joëlle

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  2. UnknownDecember 11, 2013 at 1:25 AM

    Love your pretties Patti. Thanks for the party and have a wonderful week.
    Blessings,
    Patti

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  3. SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...PernillaDecember 11, 2013 at 2:01 AM

    Yet another fabulous collection! ♥ The spoons are gorgeous, Patti! Thanks for the party :) Summer greetings and Holiday hugs from Australia♥ ~Pernilla

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  4. Jeanette@Creating a Life StudioDecember 11, 2013 at 2:04 AM

    What a find! Just perfect for your pretty spoons. Thanks so much for the party!

    Jeanette

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  5. RobynDecember 11, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    I love your collections, Patti! Those spoons are to die for and you display them so beautifully.
    Have a fabulous day and thank you for hosting during this busy time of the year. xoxo

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  6. UnknownDecember 11, 2013 at 6:07 AM

    What a great find! It is so beautiful! Thanks for hosting.

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  7. Debby RayDecember 11, 2013 at 6:13 AM

    Oh my gosh! I love that spoon rack and those lovely spoons! What a find! Thanks for hosting the party!

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  8. CindyDecember 11, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    I so enjoyed your spoons, thanks for the party and hosting. I'd like to be featured. I can't imagine the number of spoons and ordeals one went through in the run of a Victorian Day. Your pic berries are beautiful

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  9. Rita C at PanoplyDecember 11, 2013 at 6:26 AM

    Hi Girls,
    Ooh, I love silver serving pieces (collect them randomly), whether sterling or not, and your berry spoons are beautiful!

    I may not be the first to the party, but this is my first time to your party! I'm sharing my home for the first time in its entirety, in all its Christmas finery. I hope your readers enjoy - everything you're featuring sure is lovely. Thank you for hosting, ladies!
    Best,
    Rita C. at Panoply
    PS - I loved both your features with Kris & Susan. :)

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  10. ShannonDecember 11, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    What great detail on those spoons! Those are too pretty to eat with. Thanks for hosting.

    Shannon ~ bohemianjunktion.com

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  11. Curtains in My TreeDecember 11, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    So glad to know those are berry spoons because I have some very similiar and I thought they were sugar spoons however they are slimmer that sugar spoons

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  12. Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie MarieDecember 11, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    Hi Girls!

    Guess what? I have berry spoons and didn't realize it! Thanks for this wonderful post. I thought they might be fancy sugar spoons but alas I have been WRONG. (hard word to say)

    Love your collection and the pretty patterns on them. Looks great displayed on your fabulous spoon rack! Gotta love those great finds. And where on earth did you get the twinkly lights for your picture?? too cool ladies!

    Christmas blessings, Edie Marie

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  13. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasDecember 11, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    What a wonderful post!! Fantastic features!!

    Thanks so much for hosting!!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  14. BonnieDecember 11, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    I love your berry spoons with gorgeous details. Beautiful rack and I can understand why you wanted it to display your lovely spoons.

    Thank you for hosting.

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  15. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizDecember 11, 2013 at 7:44 AM

    That is a great spoon holder! Perserverance pays off! Your collection of fruit spoons is great and I can see why you like that one with the grape motif's.

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  16. Julie MarieDecember 11, 2013 at 7:51 AM

    That is so very beautiful Patti!... and your berry spoons are just elegant... I have but one, and it belonged to my mama... I treasure it so... I am so happy you went back and finally were able to buy it... it truly is so exquisite!... Merry Christmas to you!... xoxo Julie Marie

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  17. Jill HarrisonDecember 11, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    i love your old vintage spoons - I have a few from my dear mother-in-law. I use them when I do food photography. My post this week has nothing to do with Christmas - or even remotely to do with snow! Have a wonderful week and thanks for hosting!

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  18. Tea Cottage PrettiesDecember 11, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    I love your spoon rack and I am so happy you were able to talk them in to selling it to you. I so know how that is as I ALWAYS want the stuff marked NFS... Your spoons are beautiful! I am a little jelly... of your berry pretty spoons. Hugs, Beverly

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  19. Leslie Anne TarabellaDecember 11, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    Great collection! I say this all the time, but you always feature things I would have in my own home! Although, I don't have such a great collection of spoons!

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  20. Faye December 11, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    Your berry spoons are beautiful and yes, the Victorians sure did know how to live, they has such beauty around them. Thanks for hosting!

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  21. Vickie @ Ranger 911December 11, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    Thanks for showing us another of your beautiful collections, and thanks for hosting once again! Have a wonderful week where it's nice and warm, Patti!

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  22. KarenDecember 11, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    That is a beautiful find!for gorgeous spoons. Have fun filling it up. Thanks for hosting.

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  23. must love junkDecember 11, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    What beautiful spoons! And such pretty pics with the berries!
    Thanks for hosting :)
    Susan

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  24. FABBY'S LIVINGDecember 11, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    I love the rack Patti, specially the gorgeous spoons hanging there and yes, you have more space for more too! Thank you for hosting this great party ladies. Big hugs,
    FABBY

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  25. bj December 11, 2013 at 9:30 AM

    That is, by far, the prettiest spoon rack I've ever seen. You do find the most beautiful things.
    Thanks for hosting....:)

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  26. THE FARMHOUSE PORCHDecember 11, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    Just linked up, thanks for hosting!!

    And just how did you make that picture sparkle like that??? Too cool!

    ♥Linsey

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  27. Vintage Paint and more...December 11, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    Patti, I love the new spoon rack and all the Christmas features this week but, that sparkly picture is too cool... Thanks for hosting... Cathy

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  28. xinexDecember 11, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    What a beautiful rack and I love the spoons too...Christine

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  29. LindaDecember 11, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    Love the spoon rack! I am going to try to imitate the color for my new mirror frame for our mantle. Wish me luck! Thanks for hosting. Linda@wetcreek museum

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  30. JP December 11, 2013 at 11:06 AM

    What a wonderful spoon rack to hold your gorgeous collection!
    Thank you for surprising me with being picked as a feature....I will share the news with joy!
    JP

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  31. Linda @ Life and LindaDecember 11, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    Lovely features and they all deserve it. Your spoon rack is absolutely gorgeous. You have the most beautiful treasures. Thanks for hosting...xoxo

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  32. Mary Ann PickettDecember 11, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    Patti: I collect antique spoons, too. I don't have a pretty rack like yours but I use them all the time for coffee…makes it special.

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  33. Jemma@athomewithjemmaDecember 11, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    What a beautiful combination of berries and silver!
    Thank you for hosting!
    Holiday Hugs,
    Jemma

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  34. Johanna GehrleinDecember 11, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Hi Patti,
    oh my, you got me with your spoons. The spoon rack is beautiful but the spoons are fantastic. I am also a spoon collector and your spoons are very close to my collection. I feel a bit embarrassed, but to be honest, we don't had Berry spoons here. Sounds barabric, may be we ate the Berries with a dessert spoon. Don't know, but this type is here called sugar spoon. Anyway, the look all beautiful. Thank you for sharing this eye candies and for hosting this sweet event.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  35. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow December 11, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    Your spoons are stunning!!! And, I had no idea there was such a thing as a berry spoon!

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  36. Patty RumakerDecember 11, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    I love your collection of silver spoons and the way you have them displayed. Your pictures are gorgeous!
    Patty at Home and Lifestyle Design

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  37. Adorned From AboveDecember 11, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting another great party. I love all of the spoons.
    Happy Holidays!!!
    Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above

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  38. Home Chic ClubDecember 11, 2013 at 1:33 PM

    Thank you so much for feturing my post!!! Love your beautiful colection!!
    Holiday hugs,
    Vesna - HOME CHIC CLUB

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  39. Carrie at In the Hammock BlogDecember 11, 2013 at 1:33 PM

    I just love the spoons!! Thanks for hosting the party, I will be checking out these fun Christmas decorations!

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  40. Deborah@Green Willow PondDecember 11, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    Your spoons are gorgeous and that rack is perfect! I can see why you didn't give up. Thank you for hosting a great party!

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  41. Tablescapes By DianeDecember 11, 2013 at 2:08 PM

    Hi lovely lady.
    Thanks so much for hosting another great party. I love all of the spoons. I would also like to thank you so much for being Featured on your party today. Hoping you are keeping warm on this cold day.
    xxoo
    Diane

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  42. Gina @ VictorianWannaBeDecember 11, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    Hi Patti,
    Well you taught me something new today. I have spoons like that and have always called them sugar spoons! I know, I'm a little silly sometimes. Your photos are gorgeous. So glad you got the spoon rack. What is it made of?
    Have a great day,
    Gina

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  43. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRDecember 11, 2013 at 2:38 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous! Thanks so much for hosting. Seasons Greetings!

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  44. UnknownDecember 11, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    Thank you for the feature! I love your spoon rack! :)

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  45. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinDecember 11, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    Beautiful spoon rack! Thanks for hosting! Have a lovely rest of the week. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  46. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseDecember 11, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    Your spoons are amazing!

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  47. Crafts a la ModeDecember 11, 2013 at 4:05 PM

    I SO love your beautiful things and love to view them also. Thanks for the party. Linda

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  48. AlessandraDecember 11, 2013 at 4:25 PM

    I love your beautiful berries spoons. You are always able to display your marvellous collections in so fabulous way.
    Kisses
    Alessandra

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  49. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartDecember 11, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    Oh, how I love pretty silver spoons and I admire the collection you have. They are lovely :)

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  50. LindaDecember 11, 2013 at 6:06 PM

    The eye candy here is amazing! All is just gorgeous. My mouth is watering as I look at the berry pics! Merry Christmas to you, lovely ladies.
    Linda at Beautiful Ideas

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  51. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️December 11, 2013 at 6:25 PM

    That is one fantastic score. I love your spoons too.

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  52. Donna WilkesDecember 11, 2013 at 6:29 PM

    Oh, the berry spoons - love them. I will be coming over the rest of the week during decorating breaks to see all the delightful posts. Thank you for hosting.

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  53. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereDecember 11, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    Patti, Your new spoon rack is wonderful and perfect for your pretty spoon collection. Thanks so much for hosting!
    xx
    Sherry
    ps: FYI,Your link to the Open House party isn't showing the thumbnail.

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  54. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageDecember 11, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    Your spoons are so lovely, Patti! You have such wonderful collections and they are unique as well. FYI: Your link to my party is not showing up properly, not sure why. Thanks for hosting your fun party.

    Christmas blessings,
    Sandi

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  55. Self SagacityDecember 11, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    Such beautiful xmas decorations puts me in the spirit!

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  56. Angelsdoor * PennyDecember 11, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    Oh Patti, what a beautiful spoon rack, and those spoons...
    AND THE BERRIES AND CREAM! You will have me over to try it them out, right? teeeehee
    You certainly do find some beauties.
    Enjoy the holidays!
    blessings,
    Penny

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  57. The Polka Dot ClosetDecember 11, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    I love your photos...That first one was stunning!!! Your sppon collection is fabulous like all of your collections. I had so much fun visiting many of your guests!!

    Carol

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  58. Terra December 11, 2013 at 11:19 PM

    You are berry blessed to find these dainty spoons and to now call them your own. The one you call your favorite is my favorite too.

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  59. BenteDecember 12, 2013 at 4:55 AM

    Oh my, those spoons are gorgeous, Patti. That rack was simply waiting for you. It was so beautiful as well.

    Wish you a wonderful day

    Big hug from here

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  60. MuscettaDecember 12, 2013 at 6:25 AM

    Very beautiful spoons! Thank you for hosting. Have a great weekend. Tina

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  61. AnonymousDecember 12, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    Patti, what stunning berry spoons! I can see why you love collecting them! Your features are fabulous! Thank you for hosting another inspiring party!

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  62. Tarnished RoyaltyDecember 12, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    Those berries look scrumptious! Nice sparkle effect! ~Ann
    Tarnished Royalty

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  63. ~Lavender Dreamer~December 12, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    I love the twinkle you added to your photo. You have such lovely collections! Thanks for a fun party!

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  64. Katherines CornerDecember 12, 2013 at 4:28 PM

    thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. I featured you on facebook ♥

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  65. Michele M./ Finch RestDecember 12, 2013 at 8:34 PM

    What a treasured find - and I love your gave it the respect it deserved front and center!

    Your collection of berry spoons is impressive - they look amazing on that rack!

    Thanks for hosting.

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  66. BabsDecember 12, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    Gorgeous collection of berry spoons. I like your sparkly first photo,too.
    Have a great weekend.
    xo Babs

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  67. Candy SDecember 12, 2013 at 10:09 PM

    I love the spoon rack and I really love the berry spoons. Really lovely. Thank you for hosting. Have a great weekend.
    Candy

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  68. Red Rose AlleyDecember 12, 2013 at 10:41 PM

    Patti,
    Your spoon rack is lovely, and your spoons even more so. I think my favorite is also the one with the grapes. You have collected many unique and pretty spoons. And I would love some of those real berries too - they look delicious.

    Thank you for stopping by the blog tour today. It was a lot of fun and I met many talented bloggers.

    Love,
    ~Sheri

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  69. Ricki TreleavenDecember 12, 2013 at 11:12 PM

    Patti, I absolutely adore your berry spoons. I like how they're displayed! So pretty. Thanks for linking-up, my dear!

    You really need to visit Hannah's Antiques when you come to Birmingham. I think you'll love it! Let me know when you'l be in town!

    xo,
    RJ

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  70. Jeannie MarieDecember 13, 2013 at 1:59 AM

    I didn't know that style was for berries, I learned something new. I have a couple of them. I just pick up things I think are interesting. I love how beautiful your spoons are. What a treat to see them hanging on that beautiful holder.

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  71. Jillian's Bella Rosa AntiquesDecember 13, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    Your berry spoon collection is BERRY BERRY fabulous!

    You have a great thrift store, too!

    Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting on my recent post. MUCH appreciated! :)

    Jillian

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  72. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresDecember 13, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    Love your beautiful collection of berry spoons. So happy to hear you were finally able to purchase the spoon holder. It was meant to be yours.

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  73. Sherry at The Rusty PearlDecember 13, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    Your features are amazing and GET a pen sister. SO i can tell you where to mail that fabulous Spoon rack . Can i say LOVE LOVE LOVE .. all serious(NESS) Your blog is amazing .. Love it all my friend. Have a blessed day and thanks for hanging out at my blog. xoxoxo TOODLES

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  74. DanielleDecember 14, 2013 at 8:29 AM

    Your berry spoons are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing at Silver Pennies Sundays! x

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  75. Celestina MarieDecember 14, 2013 at 6:57 PM

    Hi Patti, Love your berry spoon collection and I can see why you had to have the rack. It is stunning. Thank you for hosting. I finally found a minute to join in.
    Have a wonderful evening.
    Hugs, Celestina Marie

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  76. KellyDecember 14, 2013 at 8:25 PM

    How pretty! I'm sure that was a wonderful find knowing you already had all of those pretty spoons waiting to be displayed.

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  77. Castles Crowns and CottagesDecember 15, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    PATTI! HELLO THERE!

    My beautiful Patti, thank you for your visit just now, and I love that very first image, enhanced by the sparkle of the season. Berries? OH YES, anytime! Your décor is warm and inviting, and you do such a lovely job of creating a mood of love. God bless you, Patti, and may the Lord give you a new year filled with much joy! Anita

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  78. One More Time EventsDecember 15, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Hi Stopping by to let you know you have been featured a One More Time Events….Thanks for sharing hope you can make it to this weeks party…Hugs Tammy

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  79. Burlap LuxeDecember 15, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    Hi Patti,
    Oh my! I so feel your excitement here over the spoon rack, I too have had a similar beauty to hold my collection of spoons, but, nothing as unique and elegant as yours. I can see why you begged the thrift shop for the piece and so surprised they caved in on pricing it for you.
    I too love that spoon with the grapes on it in fact your collection of spoons are all so wonderfully charming and to be able to collect and add to your rack will make it so much more fun.

    Truly a beautiful share here you will have me keeping my eyes open just to see if I could spot a similar beauty as yours, only because I know what a rare find your spoon rack is.

    A beautiful holiday to you both.

    Merry Christmas to you and Paula.

    Blessings to you and yours.

    Xoxo
    Doré

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  80. Laura TurnerDecember 15, 2013 at 6:48 PM

    Thank you so much for featuring my angel ornament, Patti! I am barely keeping up with blogging and life these days! :-) I love your gorgeous berry spoons. I, too, collect ornate Victorian sterling serving pieces. Love them! And your rack is beautiful! I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season.
    Warmly,
    Laura

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  81. Linda @ A La CarteDecember 15, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    Your berry spoons are so pretty! Thanks for sharing with us at TTF!

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  82. eileeninmdDecember 16, 2013 at 5:00 AM

    Your berry spoons are very pretty and the rack is wonderful. Great find. Thanks for sharing, have a happy week!

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  83. Uniquely EllaDecember 16, 2013 at 6:24 PM

    Hi Patti, love your collection and now you can this play them so beautifully. Great find, so glad you got it.
    Blessings,
    Marlene

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  84. CreateologyDecember 16, 2013 at 10:22 PM

    Ooh I berry much love your spoons and your newly acquired rack. This is berry special and now you can enjoy them every day. Berry Bliss...

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  85. Tea in TexasDecember 16, 2013 at 11:09 PM

    Glad you shared your post about the spoon rack! It is very ornate and perfect for your collection. I have one berry spoon and love the shape. Your spoons are each very different and thanks for photographing each one. I love the berry photo which shimmers. have a very Merry Christmas!

    Pam

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  86. sweetvintageofmineDecember 17, 2013 at 4:53 AM

    I LOVE your berry spoons and the holder! I found 2 of these silver spoons at a yard sale in Aug. and didn't know what they were called.....I now know through you and your blog!! Lovely!! Blessings~~~Roxie

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  87. Pura VidaDecember 17, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    your spoons are lovely

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  88. KathyDecember 17, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    Patti your spoon rack is gorgeous! I will be featuring your post in this week's Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

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  89. Adorned From AboveDecember 17, 2013 at 9:10 PM

    Thank you so much for sharing with Adorned From Above’s Link Party. We love having your join the fun.
    Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com

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  90. Savannah GrannyDecember 18, 2013 at 12:13 AM

    I just love your berry spoons and OMGosh, the rack is awesome.
    Have a Berry Merry Christmas,
    Ginger

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  91. Judith @ Lavender CottageDecember 18, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    I love your collection of berry spoons, and I think you were truly meant to have the ornate wrack to display them on.

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  92. Mom E. December 19, 2013 at 2:25 AM

    So glad you talked them into selling you the spoon rack! I know just how you feel, at my favorite vintage store I always want her display pieces, she has a long list of things she has to offer me first pick on when she decides to sell them!
    The spoons are lovely...I LOVE pretty spoons in all shapes and sizes!
    hugs,
    Betsy

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