Hello friends! I’m so excited to be sharing my summer kitchen! Y’all know how I love to change around my dinnerware, curtains, etc., seasonally because I don’t like to leaves things in cabinets – I want to use them, and the only way to do that is to rotate things in and out.
Several years ago, my friend Alicia gave me this vintage fabric. I think I remember it was a pair of curtains. I, of course, fell in love with it and knew it would be perfect with the pinks I love so much. I’ve not used it in a few years, so I was excited to get it back out again.
I brought out all the pink things I had, but these two towels on the right are new from Walmart. I loved the print, and I use a lot of kitchen towels, so a few extra come in handy.
I mixed Brown Drip with vintage pink Gooseberry Pyrex, a Blue Ridge plate from mother’s attic, and my collection of Hazel Atlas “Ripple Pink.”
Sometimes referred to as “Pink Crinoline,” the Ripple Pink came from two different sides of my family. Some came from mother’s great great uncle Jim Shelton, who married the only Walker sister – of Great Smoky Mountains National Park fame, to marry, and whose photographs of the sisters, the early GSMNP, etc., are featured in many archival collections. The rest of my collection came from my paternal great grandmother who lived here on this property in her later years.
I love this Blue Ridge Pottery plate with pink and black – it’s perfect with my grandmother’s little cow salt and pepper shakers and her cow creamer.
I made the pink “towel” and added some of the leftover vintage fabric, and layered a towel I made from granddaddy’s old feed sacks.
The rug here belonged to my great grandmother.
On the table, I used some fabric I simply folded as a runner and added some of mother’s magnolia blooms in a vintage Minton bowl, and the oil lamps from the old house.
I love this combination of pinks and am so happy I got this fabric out for summer. I really do like to rotate things in and out, because I hate for something to not be used hidden in a cabinet. This is exactly why I don’t get rid of things just because I haven’t “used them in a year.” That would be a disaster😂 It also keeps me from buying anything new because I just shop my own cupboards and closets – and mother’s attic of course😊
There’s a new video up on the channel with some history and photos of my uncle Jim and the Walker sisters, as well as behind-the-scenes of decorating the kitchen, so be sure to check that out!
Thanks so much for stopping by, and remember to shop your own home for a fresh new look!
Anita
As always , your seasonal changes never disappoint . Your curated treasure and family heirlooms make for such a cozy, homey room. I imagine many wonderful meals happen here. Your family is blessed.
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Thank you so very much!!I am thankful to be here and sure thankful for my family😊
Nothing like old familar things from the past to make a kitchen warm and welcoming. Know those things make you smile each time you use them. Your kitchenis beautiful. I also love to use cherished pieces.
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Thank you so much Marlene😊😊
this! is the best re-mix yet! LOVE the pinks…and how you tied them all together from the rugs to the dishes. But the needlepoint in the kitchen, always stops me. I am a needlepointer and have it all over my house too…even in the kitchen. This is so delightful. Wish I could sit in that cozy chair and chat with you! HUGS!
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Thank you so much Alda!! We had a family friend many years ago who was a summer resident here from Tampa. She did all the needlework I have and many of the afghans, etc., as well. She had no children, so I know she would be so happy I have treasured them to pass down😊
As always Anita, I loved everything, but most especially the personality of your grandmother’s cow creamer! I wondered [always enjoy stories] about your [probably much coveted] Indian motorcycle sign. You always provide so many sweet treasures to find! Your summer kitchen is so happy, thank you for sharing with us!
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Thank you so much Sue! Daddy made that sign years ago. He rode Indian Motorcycles back in the late 50s and actually rode to Montana alone to visit his sister when he was about 18 I think🧐
O love it all!!!!!
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Thank you!
I love how you treasure everything from your family. All of those wonderful pieces tell a story and are a part of who you are. Your home is so warm and inviting. Thank you for sharing your love of family and beautiful things with us.
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I so appreciate those very kind and encouraging words!
I am jumping up and down right smack in the middle of the floor right now!!!
I love love love your pink accents and dishes🥰❤️🎉🥳💪🏻
Everyone has white dishes but Anita has ‘color’
So unique and original and so you!
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Thank you so much my friend!! Definitely color here, even when I use whites there is always color😊
I look forward to each of these. Like you I particularly like pink accents!
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Thank you! I love pink, and I definitely wanted to bring it out this season😊
Thank you for sharing always an inspiration 😊
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Thank you Connie!!