French Faience in the Holiday Cupboard

A few weeks ago I decided to try something a little different here in the Holiday Cupboard, by bringing out my French Pottery aka my "wedding china". When I was choosing my china pattern for my Bridal Registry back in the 70's, I fell in love with this beautiful handpainted romantic look.

I had a post a week or so ago where I shared a few pieces as I was putting things together here in the cupboard. As beautiful as they are with these lovely handpainted roses and vines, these dishes are not particularly "appetizing" when serving a meal. Unfortunately they are prettier when displayed, than when actually using them. 

I was already displaying my Ivy pattern sugar and creamer, a few English Cottage pieces, and touches of green scattered throughout the shelves. My vintage Easter postcards were replaced with other Spring-y themed cards.

Besides the delicate little blooms, one of my favorite elements of this pottery are the faux bois handles and pouring spouts on the creamer, cups, Tea and Coffee pots.

A few of you have asked about the pattern name of the pottery, and I hate to admit this but the brochure that I received is stashed in a box somewhere... probably in a rented storage unit. We've moved so many times, I don't know where or how to get my hands on it. I did check on "Replacements", and spending a little time I found it; "Nemours" by Longchamp.

What is "Faience"?

March was my Birthday month, but let's just say it was not one of my best celebrations. I'm not much of a party-er but it was pretty low-key and blah even for me. My mom did send over my favorite GF vanilla/coconut cake, so I drowned my boredom and pitifullness in white fluffy icing. I'd like a do-over in a few months.

When I took these photos I was still using the quilt and pillows that I had out during Easter,

but I changed the quilt out yesterday for a pink and green later-Spring look. 

I have a tentative date for my rescheduled cervical spine surgery...finally.

I'll let you know more when I have more info.

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