I collect a lot of things, red and white polka dot fireking bowls, antique frames, black Americana, Old German Documents, Vintage Christmas Decor, books with family names in the titles, mismatched vintage silverware, buttons and much much more, but teacups are not included in this list. It's not that I don't adore them, I do, it's just that I don't have the room for them and something else always seems to catch my eye.
But sometimes, just sometimes, someone will give me one because they know I will go gaga over it...like this one...
My BFF Brenda ( please feel sorry for her..she was suppose to leave for Europe last Saturday and out of all things on the planet....a freakin' volcano put an end to that) gave this to me for my birthday many many moons ago. First of all, it has a touch of green, my favorite color AND it has delicately painted ivy on it. I heart Ivy! It's gorgeous, I don't do it justice with my picture taking that's all. The rim of the tea cup is gold as well as the handle with beautifully painted gold scrolled pattern on the cup and saucer. What I especially love about this cup it that it is 3 footed and as you can see, it fits perfectly with the color scheme and decor of my Dining room. The only markings on the cup are a crown, the words "fine china" and "Kelvin" and to my disappointment, I tried to do a little research on it and came up with nothing. So if any of you have a clue...please let me in on it...I'd love to know.
Thanks again to Martha for inviting me to Tea and enjoying all you fab people's company.
Have a wonderful day
I have never seen these little pedalsted (?) teacups before. Just adorable! Our Elementary Principal was to be in the Boston Marathon but got stuck in Bahrain for several days and ultimately could not go. Now his mom has had a stroke in Canada and he is desperately trying to find a flight there. Really is crazy what is happening right now. Hope you are having a good day. :) Tammy
ReplyDeleteThat is so cute! What a lovely gift! It reminds me of Marie Antoinette!
ReplyDeleteI love a mismatched collection of teacups, although I don't own a one....and the kind like this with the little feet, simply divine!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day, Bunny! Anita
Love the teacup. So dainty and delicate. Sorry for the trip Brenda-that volcano was a monster wasn't it?
ReplyDeleteThat is so lovely. Love the pedestal feet!
ReplyDeleteYour three footed tea cup is very pretty! What a lovely memory that your girlfriend gave it to you! I love the ivy pattern too.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing in Tea Cup Tuesday!
I really would make an exception for this little beauty, because it's unique(I have so many collections I'm culling as we 'speak').
ReplyDeleteMy only cup collection of any sort is large mugs, because that's what I will actually use...maybe I'll start a giant mug day..I do have some beauties..but nothing quite as lovely as your footed teacup..aren't friends wonderful?
What a charming teacup! I'm loving the feeties and handle shape! I also collect Fire-King and LOVE retro cherries too!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your pretty set!
Lynn
Your blog is wonderful !!! The tea cup is really lovely - I haven't saw one like this before. Thanks for visiting my blog and have a wonderful day.
ReplyDeleteI love that fact that your ivy tea cup has three feet on the bottom. It is so dainty!
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a wonderful rest of your week!
I love all the cherries and retro on your blog~
All my best, Theresa Msartist Sew Crafty
Oh what a cute footed tea cup - absolutely love it. Also loving the new background to your blog !!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is so pretty!!!
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Oh Bunny what a gorgeous cup... I'm with you.. there is just something about Ivy that makes it beautiful always... TFS
ReplyDeleteLou xx
it is gorgeous. I too collect tea cups..(and SO many other things,lol). I now use a lot of my tea cups as 'tea light' holders. I love how the tea cup looks when the candle is burning inside..it's so pretty...
ReplyDeleteThis cup is beautiful. I have never seen a three-footed one before.
ReplyDeleteYou have the most wonderful taste :)
LuLu♥♥♥
Hi Bunny, I have never seen a tea cup with little feet before. This is definitely a first for me. Love the new look of your blog!
ReplyDeleteBonnie
Hello! Happy Tea Cup Tuesday! Love your three footed tea cup. Ivy is one of my favorite ways to decorate. Very pretty! So sorry to hear about your friend's trip delay. Can't fool with Mother Nature! Take care!
ReplyDeleteI love the pretty little legs on the cup!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful cup. I keep seeing your blog name around and I finally just clicked to say "HI!" The duct tape sealed the deal for me! I'm a new follower.
ReplyDeleteHi Bunny: Love your pedestal tea cup. Very Bunny! Your cup is vintage Fine Kelvin China, Made in Japan. I would guess it is probably c. 1950. I am so happy you joined us again this week. This can become a habit you know. Love you bunches! Martha
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute cup! the tripod base originated in East Africa....during the 'tea' ages...that's just after the dark age and before the new age....
ReplyDeleteNo, it didn't, I'm just typing gibberish...maybe I should just be in bed at this ungodly hour! lol
ciao bella
creative carmelina was here
Oooo, the little feet on this teacup are killer. Love it!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful Wednesday!
Anne
Ok Bunny I love the tea cup set and this post...lol
ReplyDeleteMiss coming by here the way I want too so I had to play catch up with all your other post. These darn watching your bytes thing is for the birds.
Love your cherry thing you have going on over here. I never know what I am going to find which is good....your never boring for sure...hahahaha
Hope you doing good this week
Love
Maggie
Hi Bunny, Thank's for your visit today. I think the name of the restraunt is Las Casuelas if I spelled it right. It is on Palm Canyon. It is a great place to eat great margraitas!YUM YUM. I recived an oil painting of two pugs playing with a doll. It is on a older post. Have a great day...Julian
ReplyDeleteDon't know a thing about china so can't help there Bunny, other than to say it's soooo pretty! I love ivy too (and it was my mum's name!)
ReplyDeleteAw hope your friend gets a flight soon - the airport here in Manchester has re-opened today I think so hopefully won't be too long!
Your friend was obviously wanting to get something for you that captured your essence. Clearly, she nailed it: both the teacup and the recipient of it are UNIQUE and SPECIAL!
ReplyDeleteRed & White polka dots...frames...cherries! I knew I LOVED you! All my favorites!
ReplyDeleteAnd last night when I was at "sewing club" with the ladies & I got to pick a tea cup to use...it looked a lot like that one, only it was clovers :) But I like how you think :)
With all your wonderful vintage collections, surely you can find some place to set a few cups and teapots! Your tea cup is a treasure from your friend, sorry about her trip! I just love this wonderful ivy footed cup! It looks wonderful with the box it sits upon! Add a few dishes and come join me again for Tea Time Tuesday! Coffee is welcome too, as is iced Tea, lovely cloths, hats, napkins, I know with all your collections we would love to see some red polka dots! I been dreaming of having some! lol Pull up a chair, book, and some lines with your cup and I know I will just be in love! lol
ReplyDeleteBeautiful teacup! I have a huge collection of teacups. Luv 'em!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about your friend not getting to go to Europe. Better that she was here and not stranded over there when it happened.