It seems whether I'm at The Country Farm Home or Heil House in Ste. Genevieve, I end up loving white dinnerware and serving pieces the most. . .with some blue and white for contrast at times. . .
Just look how beautifully my recent purchase at the 1819 Bossier-Shaw Gift Shop fits in with the white ironstone tureens. . .
the English creamware melon. . .
and the Blue Onion plates.
This cupboard has been filled with so many different items since we bought Heil House. . .redware. . .vintage crocks. . .pottery. . .whiskey jugs. . .blue and white only. . .pewter. . .
but. . .while I like all those collectables. . .what thrills my heart is "White". . .
always at home with Country, Farmhouse, or Colonial decor.
I have had some people question my choice for this 18th-19th setting. ..
"Did they use white dinnerware back then?"
"YES". . .is my answer. . .pointing to the English creamware, which. . .
by-the-way. . .this fine china was poured in a mold that are exact copies of the 18th century molds. . .
But. . .even if it wasn't appropriate for the 18th century. . .and I only had the more modern pieces such as my recent Jambalaya, Etouffee, and Gumbo dinnerware purchase. . .I would still love the light, bright, crisp, clean of white. . .
Just LOVE IT!!!
I think it's a WINNER!
