The cheeseboard in the front was designed and made by my sister Janet and that is my favourite piece of pottery in the kitchen.
There is something very pleasing when these pieces sing in the sunlight.
My cottage kitchen is quirky for It has three windows. Two look back into the back garden and a small one faces the lane. Most people that walk the lane are locals so they respect my privacy more than intermittent walkers who I often catch peeking through the window with idle curiosity.
Before cleaning the paintwork I opened up the widow wide, letting the noises of the Churchyard spill into the cottage. From the open window I can see the 13th Century Prayer Cross as well as my laburnum sapling which remains robust and healthy and optimistic .
I wonder how many bottoms have sat on that guzzunder? I'm not surprised that your favourite piece is the cheeseboard, made specially for you. Do you ever use any of the pieces? I have some old cups, saucers and side plates that I occasionally use. Makes me feel like I'm at Downton Abbey! xx
ReplyDeleteNo, I used to, like you use old cups and saucers but only on high days and holidays , sometimes I’d make chris high tea and use the vintage bits and pieces
DeleteI haven't been able to comment for a while. I was sad to hear about Dorothy. She had lovely life with you, I remember her coming to your household scared and untrusting and how she slowly warmed to you. She had the best life she could ever have, all thanks to you and your view of life - all those friends she was able to have, thanks to you!
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Thank you for your kind words they mean a lot. I am missing her much more than any of the other dog deaths I’ve endured ….
DeleteHaving things made by people who care about us is rare and wonderful too..
ReplyDeleteIn what year was your cottage built? -Mary
1785 originally and remodelled and rebuilt 1860s
DeleteWhat a comforting photo of your wide open kitchen window letting in the breeze. Your view is delightful. Enjoy the rest of your day.
ReplyDeleteI’ve sandpapered them art wall and washed it. And have cleaned the other walls with saddle soap ,
DeleteEven though we do have a washing-up machine, I much prefer to do everything by hand. I find it very relaxing and 'therapeutic'.
ReplyDeleteI can never justify a dishwasher , dreadful things
DeleteI'm glad I'm not the only one that has never wanted a dishwasher.
DeleteGood work made to be used and appreciated. Nice to see it.
ReplyDeleteI like that kitchen view.
I will be boring you all more about the makeover
DeleteYou are blessed to live in such a safe community. Over here, an open window like that is an invitation to be burglarized or worse, if you're female.
ReplyDeleteI was sat on the other side of the window at the table. Looking like a toad
DeleteYour Burleigh Ware is lovely and all the more wonderful since your sisters gave the pieces to you. Nive and precious (in a good way!) is the cheese board your sister made just for you! Hope you do use it with pleasure.
ReplyDeleteA, fresh air!! Nice to have improved our view across the lane with the sapling!
Big hugs!
I should host a dinner party , it’s been too long
DeleteBeautiful nature-inspired china - and Janet's cheese board is so special. I wash everything by hand - our dishwasher sits quietly holding cutting boards, cake racks, salad spinner etc.
ReplyDeleteWe love washing up right away after cooking/eating.
Mary x
Nice one Mary x
DeleteThat window view is art in itself. As well as the pottery and Janet's , of the heart, cheeseboard.
ReplyDeleteBurleigh Warren, unlike clarrice Cliffe is subtle in its colours
DeleteI hope you feel hugged today with a special color for you.
ReplyDeleteBeth( Gemma's Person) above as well as above above. ;)
DeleteI did indeed 😃
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DeleteSuch a peaceful and pretty place,
ReplyDeleteWhich I take for granted x
DeleteI wonder what it is that makes the ceremonial washing of pottery so very therapeutic, calming, and thoughtful? I have a Welsh dresser in my kitchen, and on it a selection of a dinner service - part finds from charity shops - of a Fifties design, Meakin's Hedgerow. I still love the design. My much missed godmother had the full 99 piece set, but I look at my remnants, think of her and it makes me smile. Everyone's treasures are both special and very different,
ReplyDeleteI think it’s almost ritualistic
DeleteI do love that kitchen window and I admit I’d be one of those sneaking looks inside as I walked by.
ReplyDeleteMe too.I love looking into peoples houses
DeleteYour wooden worktops are looking good! x
ReplyDeleteThank u
DeleteAny connection between the name Burleigh and Burleigh House a stately home near Stamford I believe. (not even sure the spelling is the same)
ReplyDeletehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burleigh_Pottery
DeleteIt's actually Burghley House, pronounced the same, Birley. Near Stamford in Lincolnshire. Build by Elizabeth I's spymaster and chief official Lord Burghley, family name Cecil. Hosts a world ranking three day event every September. No-one can quite decide how many rooms it has, for when does a built in cupboard or wardrobe become room sized? An interesting problem. Worth a visit.
DeleteYou are killing me. Those Burleigh colours are so me! Would you call the style art deco? They are rare finds for sure. The benefit of painting walls is that things have to moved and then we get the renewed pleasure of caring for them.
ReplyDeleteSusan , they scream Art Deco , though the colours are gentle
DeleteLovely vintage pieces. The cheese board is so me.
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I have it in the small window hanging for everyone to see and to enjoy
DeleteThat is a nice collection and the pattern is lovely.Janet's pottery is always enjoyed.
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DeleteGreat scenery where you live.
ReplyDeleteIt’s pretty, but I take it for granted
DeleteLovely, especially your sister's cheeseboard!
ReplyDeleteIt’s a considered personal piece with Albert centre stage
DeleteI have never heard of Burleigh Ware before but it sure is lovely. Do you actually use these pieces or are they for display?
ReplyDeleteYour sister is talented, isn't she?
They are just used for show now, though all can be used , they were designed to be used
DeleteThe Bluebell design was used in a scene of the Downton Abbey movie lol
DeleteThe Burleigh ware is lovely. Tho I hope you do not use the chamber pots in the kitchen [other commenters asking do you use the Burleigh china]. Can't wait to see the wall paint color, I am imagining, but not loving, a sage-y green?
ReplyDeleteI’m going for an off white and letting the artwork pump the colour into the room
DeleteLovely choice. Be sure the off white goes okay with the white cupboards tho.
DeleteOhhh. That precious little teapot! Thank you for that lovely description.
ReplyDeleteYes it’s the “ butterflies” design one of my favourites . Laburnum is my favourite piece ( surprise surprise)
DeleteFor obvious reasons I love that cheeseboard. He was a grand lad (the greatest accolade that can be conferred on a cat)
ReplyDeleteThose intermittent walkers probably look in and say, "Ooooh! Gloria look at what he's doing this time!"
ReplyDelete"I can't believe it Daphne! Should we report him?"
I forgot to ask if the laburnum will bloom this year or is it too immature.
ReplyDeleteNo it bloomed well last year
DeleteI like the view too; I would enjoy seeing the seasons change through it.
ReplyDeleteI also love the little teapot best! And the cheeseboard is so lovely too. I only have some mismatched china I like and use, and sometimes think of Laurie Lee's mother in "Cider with Rosie" who also found great beauty in such pieces.
ReplyDeleteThe Burleigh website is fascinating - they have a factory store! Dogs welcome! (envision the havoc, bulls in china shop etc.). Also factory tours! Wonder where Stoke in Trent is? I'm in love with the "footbath" shape, need to look up the pound to dollars rate! Fantasy shopping is the best shopping.
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Your china looks beautiful en masse and freshly washed. That window sill is just crying out for one of the potties to be sat on it with a lovely tall but airy plant to give you just a little bit of privacy.
ReplyDeleteUsually it’s a big vase of flowers
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