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What's in the Hutch?

Yesterday I awoke in the mood to do some "deep" cleaning.  First on my list was to dust inside the china cabinet in the dining room.  Can you believe how much dust can get into a closed cabinet.  Really, how does that happen?  My cabinet has glass shelves and they were hazy with dust.  This is a rather tedious job because I not only have china inside, I have all kinds of little "pretties" stored there too.  It's one of the first things you see upon entry into our home, so I really should do this more often.  I want show you the before, sufficeth to say, it had been a while since I had tackled this chore.  Here are some photos showing the "after".


Here is a collection of vases and crystal pitchers.  These were all gifts except the smallest one in the front and the one to the right of it.


China and a consignment shop cake plate.  The china was formerly my MILs.


More china.


This little fairy lives here with her 2 sisters.

They can all be seen here.



This angel guards the entry way.
I made a couple of changes in the breakfast nook. I changed the lamp shade from a plaid one to this green one.  It coordinates much better and gives a cleaner look.


Next I assembled a teapot, cups and saucers on the side table.



After all this fun, I had work to do. I vacuumed the entire house, polished furniture, mopped every room with tile, cleaned bathrooms, and did laundry.  I guess you could say I had a productive day.  Tired, but productive.

I wish all of you a great week.

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  1. An Oasis in the DesertJanuary 15, 2012 at 6:04 PM

    It all looks sparkly, clean and dust-free! I'm with you, I can't believe how dusty it gets inside my china cabinet! Now you've reminded me that I need to clean inside mine, too!
    CAS

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    1. UnknownJanuary 16, 2012 at 9:06 AM

      Thanks for your visit and comments. I'm off to visit you.

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  2. Amy ChalmersJanuary 15, 2012 at 9:57 PM

    Not a fun job, but a necessary one to make it all look sparkly and pretty when you look inside your cabinet~job well done!

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    1. UnknownJanuary 16, 2012 at 9:04 AM

      Amy,

      Thanks for visiting. I always enjoy my visits to your blog. You have a wonderful talent. Have a great week.

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2012 at 12:21 AM

    You have been so busy and everything looks so pretty! You have some beautiful things in your china cabinet. I'm beginning to change mine out seasonally and I wonder - what was I thinking? :)
    Thanks for popping in to see me and be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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    1. UnknownJanuary 16, 2012 at 9:03 AM

      Sheila,

      You're such a joy! You're brave to change out your hutch seasonally. Thank you for visiting.

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  4. sweet violetsJanuary 16, 2012 at 1:14 AM

    Okay, I'm tired just reading about all you accomplished!!! What a wonderful burst of energy you had....and the results are so pretty!!! I really like the change of lampshade, funny how one small thing can make such a difference....thanks for your visit...hugs...cleo

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    1. UnknownJanuary 16, 2012 at 9:01 AM

      Cleo,

      Thanks so much for your visit. That burst of energy is now gone. :) I have to "hit while the iron is hot", if you know what I mean. Have a wonderful week.

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  5. Pam~ Virginia RetroJanuary 16, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    Oh my! My china cabinet really needs a cleaning and overhaul. Now it's on my list! Enjoyed your blog, found you because you followed my on Metamorphosis Monday. Pam

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    1. UnknownJanuary 16, 2012 at 9:00 AM

      Thanks for visiting and following. Have a great week.

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  6. UnknownJanuary 16, 2012 at 10:14 AM

    Dust is truly elusive, lol. The results of your cleaning and fluffing - so beautiful and welcoming! I loved taking a peek at your pretty treasures!

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    1. UnknownJanuary 16, 2012 at 1:53 PM

      Thanks Heidi for your visit. I'll be visiting you too. Stop by anytime.

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  7. PattiJanuary 16, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    Thank goodness my daughter cleaned my china cabinet before Christmas--it was pretty bad. I need to have a day like you had--cleaning.
    Thanks for stopping by PrettyOldHouses.

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    1. UnknownJanuary 16, 2012 at 1:54 PM

      That was a nice Christmas gift! Thanks so much for your visit.

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  8. Always NestingJanuary 16, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    You are putting me to shame. Now I feel like I have to clean out my hutch....or can you just come over and show me how :)

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    1. UnknownJanuary 16, 2012 at 1:54 PM

      Marla, If we lived close to each other I'd just come over and do that! Hope you have a great week. Come back by soon!

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  9. SusanJanuary 16, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    Maria, you have been a busy lady today. Love all your photos. You have some beautiful treasures!

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  10. Lynn at Cottage and CreekJanuary 16, 2012 at 7:22 PM

    I agree that it's crazy how dusty things get! But you showed that dust a thing or two, I'd say! I don't know how people do it who have all the open shelving in their kitchens. Your angels are so nice too. Thanks for sharing and inspiring me to get the Swiffer out!
    Lynn

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  11. ShaneeJanuary 17, 2012 at 2:48 PM

    Wow....wish I would wake up in that mood! Sounds like you have been very productive. Good for you. Love all your crystal vases.

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  12. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEJanuary 18, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    I tried to get back with you but I am having problems commenting through IE...so I switch to Firefox and no problems!
    I really don't know how the dust gets in closed cupboards, but it does....I think dishes and glassware is so pretty when it is sparkling!!

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  13. DreamgoddessJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    I'm always amazed at the dust that can collect in my china cabinet too. Yours is so pretty and has inspired me to get busy cleaning mine. Love the fairy sisters!

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  14. A Hint of HomeJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    I'm sure after your hard work, you're enjoying all the sparkle of clean dishes. You have some really pretty pieces!
    Have a great weekend!

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  15. A Hint of HomeJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    I'm sure after your hard work, you're enjoying all the sparkle of clean dishes. You have some really pretty pieces!
    Have a great weekend!

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  16. FABBY'S LIVINGJanuary 20, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    Oh goodness, when I get to clean china cabinets and my crystal shelves it's amazing all the dust that come out of them and if I don't use the chinas for a long time, or forget about them, they're also filthy! I love your crystal vases and your Mil's china. I'm inspired to clean this weekend. Have a super "sparkly" weekend.
    FABBY

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:36 PM

    Everything looks so good! Now I'm hoping you've taken a rest after all of your hard work.Thanks for popping in to see me.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;0

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  18. farmhouse-storyJanuary 21, 2012 at 7:34 PM

    love your angels and china:) enjoy your sunday!

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  19. French KissedJanuary 21, 2012 at 9:03 PM

    goodness...i wish i could steal you for a day...or two...these are all the things i should be doing about now...know what you mean about that hazy dust that collects on the glass shelves...lucky you that it all looks so beautiful and sparkling now. hope you are taking some time off from cleaning and enjoying a great weekend.

    Jermaine

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  20. Honey at 2805January 21, 2012 at 11:02 PM

    Thank you for sharing this fabulous post to Potpourri Friday!

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  21. BristolJanuary 23, 2012 at 5:19 PM

    I can use burlap anywhere!!! I love that lampshade..did you make that??
    Bristol

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    1. UnknownJanuary 31, 2012 at 8:55 PM

      I did make it Bristol. Very simple, but I like it anyway! Thanks for visiting.

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  22. The Charm of HomeJanuary 25, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    Very pretty! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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