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For the Birds

I cleaned off the top of my cabinets the other day and had fun moving some of my 'pretties' to different areas.  Here is a little vignette I placed in a corner on the countertop.
The tray is a consignment store find and had been on the top of the cabinets for a long time.  I decided it needed to be placed where it is easier to see and enjoy.  I haven't had the little beige roosters that long.  The white pitcher with the raffia was given to me by my sister a long time ago, and the yellow pitcher with the rooster on the front is a gift from a friend of mine for the past Christmas.  Don't you love the patina of the spoons tied together and standing in the yellow pitcher?  I do.

Here is the tray on top of the cabinet.  I like having it at eye level.
The above rooster plate was only $9.99 at Kirklands.  Wish I had bought 2.

I'm joining the party at Marty's for table top Tuesday.  Thanks for hosting Marty.  Please stop by for the party.
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  1. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 24, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Oh, I love all of our roosters and you have them displayed so beautifully. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  2. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 24, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    Love your roosters, but I have quite buying them since my husband was afraid he was living in a coop.

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  3. The Decorative DreamerJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Very pretty! Don't you just love moving things around and creating a whole new look! I really like this new corner. Your rooster tray is wonderful! I love it!

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Oh, I'm just loving your corner. I'm a big fan of the yard birds! Love that cute tray!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  5. Rose H (UK)January 25, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Lovely Vignette, I love roosters :o)
    The top of your cabinet looks great too, especially the tray - and that rooster plate is georgeous!

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  6. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Great rooster items. That big rooster is beautiful. I packed my roosters away for a while, but I am sure they will come out pecking again soon!

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  7. OliveJanuary 25, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    I love roosters and yours look great up there. It is fun to rearrange stuff all the time...I know cuz I do it too!

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  8. Bargain Decorating with LaurieJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    your vignette is so pretty. I love that rooster tray. I also love the rooster tureen(I think) in your header. You have some wonderful roosters. laurie

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  9. A Vintage VineJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    I love thrift shopping..great finds!

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