tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post6284557085894830747..comments2023-06-16T09:34:01.274+01:00Comments on Dolls' Houses and Miniatures: KensingtonAndyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-15700127966245402782013-06-02T23:08:54.085+01:002013-06-02T23:08:54.085+01:00Hi Andy,
Sorry I'm so late! I just had to swi...Hi Andy,<br /><br />Sorry I'm so late! I just had to switch off for a while to get these commissions finished and delivered. All done now....but on to the next one soon...: (<br /><br />Any way, I just LOVE your dinner set, it's so pretty, the gravy boat is just divine with the gold finish inside. It all looks beautiful on your dining table, well done! And it seems you did find the perfect place for your plate, it looks lovely there. The writing dest looks right at home with the lovely little additions, I really do think it's all about making it looked lived in. I'm so glad to hear your are one step closer to doing the bedding, I can't wait to see it!<br /><br />As for Jenny, she's perfect, what a lovely face she has and I definitely think she can do better than any old Tom, Dick or Harry!<br /><br />ML Fi XX<br /><br />Fi.Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08149948132909326473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-71327679946238824312013-05-30T23:21:04.589+01:002013-05-30T23:21:04.589+01:00John, do you get a discount on Pretty Pleaters?
John, do you get a discount on Pretty Pleaters?<br />Troyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13248343692678031483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-5029519872406834722013-05-29T23:10:27.241+01:002013-05-29T23:10:27.241+01:00Hi Andy,
Hahahaha, I've read your post and Ilo...Hi Andy,<br />Hahahaha, I've read your post and Ilona's whisper :D LOL!!<br /><br />Love the items you have placed in and on the Bonheur!<br />Now I can just imagine someone taking a seat on that chair any moment, to write a letter or to read...<br /><br />Your service is also beautiful; very delicate and it's so thin!<br />The pattern used is ever so chic; the room with all it's additions is a real moment captured in time.<br />I don't know if it is just me, but my eye is drawn from the service to that gorgeous mirror on the wall, to the paintings... I like it when your eyes decide where to go and not the mind... if that makes any sense at all :))<br /><br />I agree with all the above who like your landlords' wife.<br />She looks like being a warm person who loves to cook and I'm sure she will take good care of him :)<br /><br />Thanks for showing your purchases, enjoy them!<br />Hugs,<br />GeeGeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18209436888131173655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-54790730963538852252013-05-28T16:44:37.951+01:002013-05-28T16:44:37.951+01:00I absolutely love the new China - so elegant. Ver...I absolutely love the new China - so elegant. Very realistic looking and beautiful. Keep up the good work. TroyTroyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13248343692678031483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-37091769027838436582013-05-28T01:04:12.036+01:002013-05-28T01:04:12.036+01:00I LOVE your new china, Andy --it's gorgeous! ...I LOVE your new china, Andy --it's gorgeous! How I wish I had brought home a whole set from the Chicago show. Oh well, guess it will just have to remain on my HOTList, lol! Gee was right about accessorizing your Bonheur-du-Jour: it looks perfect, now. That little book is too cute for words. Let me know if I can send you a Pretty Pleater --it turns out they are made just a few miles from where I live! Who knew? And your new doll/mother substitute-figure is simply charming! Thanks for sharing.<br /><br />XOXO,<br />JohnJohnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10792529272804861727noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-62189022827205031112013-05-27T19:18:18.962+01:002013-05-27T19:18:18.962+01:00Hi Betsy,
My mum is probably the last person to b...Hi Betsy,<br /><br />My mum is probably the last person to be surprised to find me playing with dolls!! ;o)<br /><br />It would be great to finish one room off at a time, but I just can't do that myself! I lack the focus I suppose, or just see so many miniatures I want to own for various rooms in my dolls houses!! I have a dolls house project abandoned from last year that is still all in pieces in the workshop!<br /><br />The books has pictures of wild flowers inside, which I thought was lovely. The bird is great isn't it!? I fell in love with it when I saw it and knew exactly where it was going to go. I did wonder afterwards whether it might be too big, but I am very happy with it and think it looks perfect on the bonheur!<br /><br />hugs<br />Andy xxx<br /><br />Andyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-28817863106517908332013-05-27T19:08:14.865+01:002013-05-27T19:08:14.865+01:00Hello Dorien,
Yes, I think the pub landlord deser...Hello Dorien,<br /><br />Yes, I think the pub landlord deserved to have a wife after all these years propped up behind the bar! ;o) I think he could use some good home-cooked food!! <br /><br />hugs<br />Andy xx<br /><br /><br /><br />Andyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-13141748889379491932013-05-27T19:04:54.035+01:002013-05-27T19:04:54.035+01:00Hi, Thanks, I am pleased you like the bureau! The ...Hi, Thanks, I am pleased you like the bureau! The Greek Key design is gorgeous too isn't it!!? I always thought that that is the set I would have, but the Jubilee set had the edge over the Greek Key, I love its pattern!<br /><br />Hugs<br />Andy xxxAndyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-55328838085402406202013-05-27T19:00:17.266+01:002013-05-27T19:00:17.266+01:00I know just what you mean, I always went home regr...I know just what you mean, I always went home regretting not having bought any, so this year I bit the bullet!!Andyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-82027329345949955132013-05-27T18:56:51.355+01:002013-05-27T18:56:51.355+01:00I guess much of the Stokesay china doesn't fit...I guess much of the Stokesay china doesn't fit in with your modern style miniatures. I am a great admirer of Sally Meekins' China too, especially her 1950s-60s designs, which would look amazing in a miniature retro shop! (what happened to your corner-shop project by the way?).<br /><br />I loved Kensington, usually do. I always imagine I am going to bump in to loads of people from blogland, but I never see anyone!! ;o)<br /><br />hugs<br />Andy xxAndyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-70074300150135915222013-05-27T18:50:28.780+01:002013-05-27T18:50:28.780+01:00Hello
The housecoat is lovely isn't it, I rem...Hello<br /><br />The housecoat is lovely isn't it, I remember people wearing those when I was a child, but they were rather old fashioned even then. I think the only other time I remember seeing them was in 'Last of The Summer Wine' A TV show set in Yorkshire, which was on for years and years!!<br /><br />Hugs<br />Andy xxAndyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-18651844269931072272013-05-27T18:46:30.473+01:002013-05-27T18:46:30.473+01:00Hi Giac,
I am pleased to know that I am in such g...Hi Giac,<br /><br />I am pleased to know that I am in such good company when it comes to owning miniature china! ;o) I think Jennifer was a bit miffed when she found out the dinner service wasn't destined for the pub!! LOL!<br /><br />Hugs<br />Andy xxAndyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-69181276615889167952013-05-27T18:40:58.272+01:002013-05-27T18:40:58.272+01:00Hi Birgit
I adore your bear creations and think ...Hi Birgit <br /><br />I adore your bear creations and think they look wonderful in the homes you create for them!! I was always a little anti-doll, but I think the pub project needs dolls to bring it to life. When I look at old pictures of The Swan, without any people in it, it looks really cold and empty!<br /><br />Pleased you like the china, and thanks for your comments on the bonheur too!! ;)<br /><br />Hugs<br />Andy xxAndyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-79347572608196735332013-05-27T18:35:08.629+01:002013-05-27T18:35:08.629+01:00Hello Ilona,
EEK!! I had better change Gee from a...Hello Ilona,<br /><br />EEK!! I had better change Gee from a he to a she before Gee founds out she's a he!! I hope she doesn't mind the misunderstanding, Gee being a male name in the UK! <br /><br />I should have bought a few pieces of Stokesay china at each fair over the years, but there was always something else I needed! I thought to myself 'If you don't buy it now, you probably never will do!'. <br /><br />Thanks for the whisper in the ear!! ;o)<br /><br />Hugs <br />Andy xxAndyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03064247140624108019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-17444502389872901342013-05-27T16:32:04.612+01:002013-05-27T16:32:04.612+01:00AAAWW, I LOVE your Mum!!! She looks so Happy and S...AAAWW, I LOVE your Mum!!! She looks so Happy and Sweet!!! And I am Sure she is Honored to be a mini figure in your Doll world... um I mean Doll House!!! :):)<br />(I have to confess the I named my "Grandparent" dolls after my Grandpa and Grandma.... Grandpa Charles was the one who built the Lovely Old Dollhouse for me!!!)<br />As for the China... I hear so much about Stokesay ware... It is the Queens china I am sure!!! I only hope it is a long time before I am tempted to upgrade to the best China...I am still trying to get rooms done that Require china at all! LOL! The pattern you have chosen is very elegant and Perfect for your Georgian House! I am glad you finally indulged! I also LOVE the details you added to the Bonheur... the smaller book is very realistic as they had tiny books in the eighteenth century.... often a "pocket" version of the Bible or Psalms.... or just an "Almanac" filled with facts... and I also love the china bird.... it is the details that make a place come alive!<br />Daydreamerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06170115485686244907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-80179322706709928502013-05-27T13:33:06.237+01:002013-05-27T13:33:06.237+01:00Dear Andy,
What a nice story. Your dinnerware is s...Dear Andy,<br />What a nice story. Your dinnerware is so beautiful. I love it that you found a wife for the man. Was real life as simple as the dollhouse world.<br />Hugs DorienDorien Litjeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06675577098231753554noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-40004515451128135842013-05-27T12:38:24.183+01:002013-05-27T12:38:24.183+01:00i think that I NEEED some Sotkesayware pieces, I h...i think that I NEEED some Sotkesayware pieces, I have the same doubt: Jubilee or Georgian Key? Anyway, both are excise!!! And the new look of the "bureau" is really pretty!<br /><br />Hugs!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-87233585087826521552013-05-27T11:44:43.550+01:002013-05-27T11:44:43.550+01:00These new purchases are really treasures, Andy, my...These new purchases are really treasures, Andy, my gosh they are sooo beautiful. You have an excellent taste ;)!<br />The Stokesay Ware is a feast for the eye. Once in a year on the fair in The Netherlands I see them and I must visit their booth every time to see their (new) treasures. Your Jubilee set is gorgeous like your new doll is, enjoy it!<br />But now I whisper something in your ear: do you know Gee is a she ;)?? I hope you don't mind, I guess Gee will laugh out loud, if she sees this in my comment.......isn't it, Gee??<br />Anyway, enjoy your treasures, Andy!!<br />Big hugs, IlonaIlonahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01325745983964748534noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-55698539616060151662013-05-27T10:26:52.748+01:002013-05-27T10:26:52.748+01:00I love Stokesay ware and have a couple of items, t...I love Stokesay ware and have a couple of items, the dinner service was always on my want list. Poppypatchworkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12749159567150084975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-29257774669542975242013-05-27T08:53:08.909+01:002013-05-27T08:53:08.909+01:00I admire the Stokesay Ware every time I go to a sh...I admire the Stokesay Ware every time I go to a show but have never bought any. The Jubilee set is gorgeous. It looks right at home in your dining room. Sounds like you had a blast at KensingtonPepperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16777217200629685759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-64955276033283513222013-05-27T04:50:46.414+01:002013-05-27T04:50:46.414+01:00The dinnerware is exquisite. It looks so lovely se...The dinnerware is exquisite. It looks so lovely set out on the table. Also the landlord's wife is wonderful. She looks a calm contented but strong character and I am sure she will keep an eye on the comings and goings of her husband and the patrons. She reminds me of a lovely old neighbour I used to have in that housecoat.12Createhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12866346231581607726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-84444394986114841012013-05-27T00:21:14.655+01:002013-05-27T00:21:14.655+01:00Hello Andy,
What wonderful treasures you brought h...Hello Andy,<br />What wonderful treasures you brought home. I am so happy you found the landlord a wife. She is lovely! I adore StokesayWare and they were my first high end mini purchase. The Jubilee set is just gorgeous!<br />Big hug,<br />GiacGiachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04823654482564548862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1708828566635042112.post-43003222979567554462013-05-26T22:10:58.161+01:002013-05-26T22:10:58.161+01:00No dolls in your dollshouses... this sounds sooooo...No dolls in your dollshouses... this sounds soooooo familiar to me! *grin* But okay, for me it's my own bears and you have changed your plans in the meantime... I love your landlord's wife, she looks nice and friendly but I have no doubt she can talk business. Your dinner service is breathtaking, good you had the magic plastic with you - sometimes it's good to give yourself a little reward, especially with pieces so well done. And not to forget, your little bonheur - you brought it to life now.<br /><br />Greetings<br />BirgitBiWuBärhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16624262663621307478noreply@blogger.com