Saturday, August 27, 2011

Just About Anything Will Do


Vintage Ironstone Tureen



Fluted Pitcher



Rusty, Crusty Zinc




Aqua Glass Canning Jars




Things That Can Be Used As A Vase

Each one a thrifty treasure!




For Themed Link Up

Things That Can Be Used As A Vase

Click Here

For the following other parties click the links below:


















Labels: , ,
Sarah
Sarah

The summer we married, my husband was in graduate school, and I was employed as a teacher. We took a portion of our savings that summer and purchased a sailboat. We christened our Catalina 22, “Hyacinths For The Soul” after Saadi’s poem. Our "Hyacinths" provided years of pleasure.

86 comments:

  1. MaggieAugust 28, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    Sarah, they're all gorgeous, especially the white hydrangeas in the ironstone tureen and the zinc watering can is a hoot!
    bon dimanche
    Maggie

    ReplyDelete
  2. PondsideAugust 28, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    So pretty!
    I've even used a shot glass and a tooth pick holder as petite vases - I'll use anything!

    ReplyDelete
  3. My name is RietAugust 28, 2011 at 1:19 AM

    What a nice post. I love the tureen with hydrngea'a. I do have a vintge tureen and I was thinking how I could fill it up. Nice. Have a nice Sunday

    ReplyDelete
  4. Johanna GehrleinAugust 28, 2011 at 2:40 AM

    Hello Sarah,
    the tureen is rreally glorious. Love the flowers in every vase, the aqua jars look so nice, too.
    Best greetings, Johanna

    ReplyDelete
  5. Natasha in OzAugust 28, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    I love the idea of using those canning jars as vases. You found some other fabulous vase ideas too.

    Lovely post Sarah!

    Best wishes and happy Sunday,
    Natasha.
    xo

    ReplyDelete
  6. Chari at Happy To DesignAugust 28, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    Hi Sarah...

    Such beautiful bouquets, my friend! I just love that gorgeous white ironstone tureen with the pretty hydrangeas! Ohhh...and all the fresh flowers in the aqua canning jars...simply beautiful! Thank you for sharing your beautiful flowers and containers with us, sweet lady!

    Warmest summery wishes,
    Chari

    ReplyDelete
  7. Carol at SerendipityAugust 28, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    Sarah,
    I love the tureen and somewhere I have some aqua canning jars.
    Beautiful pictures of beautiful flowers.
    Carol

    ReplyDelete
  8. Barbara F.August 28, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Hi Sarah, I love the vintage blue jars. Have a good week! xo,

    ReplyDelete
  9. Sue McPeakAugust 28, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Not only are the vases spectacular ideas, but the flowers are stunning. So nice to see the fresh flowers since mine have not done well this year in the heat.

    One of my favorite vases of 'Oddity' are old cowboy boots!

    ReplyDelete
  10. Pat@Back Porch MusingsAugust 28, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    These are beautiful vase ideas, Sarah! Gorgeous florals too!

    ReplyDelete
  11. La Table De NanaAugust 28, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Even paper bags w/ a jar inside:) I love vases and arrangements...Lovely post Sarah~

    ReplyDelete
  12. DebbiedoosAugust 28, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    I adore the flowers in the tureen, great idea. All the vases are so pretty. Have a great day Cindy!

    ReplyDelete
  13. SoniaAugust 28, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    What a fun post!! I love milk bottles used as vases too! Love the blue jars. Hope you are enjoying your summer Sarah..heat and all!!

    Miss Bloomers

    ReplyDelete
  14. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)August 28, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    Great ideas Sarah!
    I love unusual for vases and planters, it always adds so much more interest!
    Happy Sunday,
    Cindy

    ReplyDelete
  15. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsAugust 28, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Love them all, but the rust watering can really got me!

    ReplyDelete
  16. Sunny Simple LifeAugust 28, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    I just love that one with the crushed watering can. Too cute.

    ReplyDelete
  17. JaneAugust 28, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Beautiful ideas for vases. I love them all but the rusty, crusty zinc had me saying ahhh! Such a great way to give new life to a piece that has definitely seen better days.
    Have a wonderful Sunday.
    Jane

    ReplyDelete
  18. RettabugAugust 28, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Wonderful selection, Sarah, of some really PRETTY containers! I like it when someone thinks out of the box...or vase, as it were. Nicely done!

    I FINALLY got an embroidery design for a Briton couple, so don't buy any napkins with them on. I'll make you some!
    Won't be as cute at those you showed me awhile back, but very similar.

    Hugs,
    Rett

    p.s. Aren't you glad you're not still in Maine????

    ReplyDelete
  19. Linda (Nina's Nest)August 28, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Hi Sarah, I'm a nut for white ironstone.....so pretty! And the flowers - wow - beautiful! Linda

    ReplyDelete
  20. AnonymousAugust 28, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Hi Sarah! All of these are so lovely especially with all of the pretty flowers in them!
    Thanks for popping in to see me.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

    ReplyDelete
  21. BabsAugust 28, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Those are so pretty. Lots of good choices and I especially like the pitcher with zinnias and the ironstone tureen. Love the blue-green Ball jars,too. I hate to think I got rid of some old ones.
    Have a great week,
    Hugs,
    Babs

    ReplyDelete
  22. On Crooked CreekAugust 28, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    Sarah,
    There is an elegance of displaying a white on white color combination. You, dear friend, have capture that elegance with the white hydrangeas in the vintage tureen...take my breath away!
    Fondly,
    Pat

    ReplyDelete
  23. The French HutchAugust 28, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Sarah I love all of these but the tray of ball jars with the lilies, just stunning! The white fluted pitcher with the zinnias is one of my favorites too. Lovely post.

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

    ReplyDelete
  24. Bargain Decorating with LaurieAugust 28, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    And all of them are so pretty. Great ideas Sarah. Are all those beautiful flowers from your garden? laurie

    ReplyDelete
  25. AnonymousAugust 29, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    :)

    ReplyDelete
  26. UnknownAugust 29, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    love the rusty- crusty !
    cool stuff
    KAT

    ReplyDelete
  27. SmilingSallyAugust 29, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    I do love hydrangeas, Sarah.

    Thanks for your visit.

    ReplyDelete
  28. Tea & Chocolate GuyAugust 29, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Gorgeous flowers .. thanks for the wonderful vase inspirations.. thinking outside the the "vase"... Happy Table Top Tuesday..HHL

    ReplyDelete
  29. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 29, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Your pictures are wonderful and such fabulous inspiration. Love it all. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

    ReplyDelete
  30. OliveAugust 29, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    If I had to pick a favorite it would be the zinc! Love it!

    ReplyDelete
  31. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEAugust 29, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    All beautiful...I mean it is flowers! but me, I would pick the zinc smashed watering can...!!

    ReplyDelete
  32. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)August 29, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    Stunning post! Beautiful flowers. Thanks for sharing.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

    ReplyDelete
  33. xinexAugust 29, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Lovely, Sarah! Thanks for the good ideas!...Christie

    ReplyDelete
  34. Michele SmithAugust 30, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    So pretty! I use all sorts of things for flowers and plants as well. :)
    Have a good day!

    ReplyDelete
  35. Ricki TreleavenAugust 30, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Great ideas, Sarah. I love all of them, especially the crusty rusty can!

    ReplyDelete
  36. FABBY'S LIVINGAugust 30, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    How inspiring sweet Sarah, I love the beautiful things you've used for arranging flowers, this is an inspiration for me, as I'm kind of "one track minded" sometimes...I need to use my different things, like pitchers, tureens and the old tin it's awesome! Thanks for your lovely comments. Lots of hugs. FABBY

    ReplyDelete
  37. AnonymousAugust 30, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    They're all so gorgeous. I love the tureen too!

    Kathy

    ReplyDelete
  38. Linda@Coastal CharmAugust 30, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Thanks for sharing these neat ideas...always love NEW ideas!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

    ReplyDelete
  39. Nancy's Daily DishAugust 30, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Pretty ideas Sarah, but my fave is the ironstone tureen with the hydrangeas. Gorgeous!

    Hugs,

    Nancy

    ReplyDelete
  40. Bunny JeanAugust 30, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    I like to use something unusual and unexpected for casual flower arrangements. Your's were very creative and refreshing.

    xoxo bunny Jean
    Wednesday's Bunny Hop Party

    ReplyDelete
  41. JojoAugust 30, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Rusty, crusty zinc is amazing...love!

    ReplyDelete
  42. a quiet lifeAugust 30, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    all so fresh and pretty~

    ReplyDelete
  43. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comAugust 31, 2011 at 5:28 AM

    Very pretty. I like to find unusual containers too. Your watering can is certainly different!

    ReplyDelete
  44. MaryAugust 31, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    Hi Sarah~ The misshapen watering can used as a vase made me smile! Yes anything will do but I have a fondness for Ball jars~ the are the PERFECT vessel for blooms :-)

    ReplyDelete
  45. StitchforkAugust 31, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Love each and every one Sarah! I use old jars a lot.
    xo Cathy

    ReplyDelete
  46. BeverlyAugust 31, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    I can never resist fresh flowers. I always try to have them scattered about the house.

    You've given us great inspiration.

    ReplyDelete
  47. KarenAugust 31, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    They are all so pretty, all really great ideas.

    ReplyDelete
  48. Honey at 2805August 31, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Your containers are all so pretty, especially the ironstone! But the crushed watering can is so unique and charming!

    I did a vase/container post too and thought there were some really interesting ideas in the linky party.

    Hope you will bring one of your projects of posts to my first Potpourri Friday Party this week - Friday, September 2. Link-up starts on Thursday afternoon. Without a doubt, your participation will help make the party better!

    ReplyDelete
  49. HaddockAugust 31, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    That Rusty, Crusty Zinc
    takes the cake I suppose.

    ReplyDelete
  50. bjAugust 31, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    I love all your pretty containers..especially love the white tureen full of beautiful flowers.
    xo bj

    ReplyDelete
  51. AnonymousAugust 31, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    My favorite right now is using my old crazed mottled ironstone pitcher. :)

    ReplyDelete
  52. JacquelineAugust 31, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    I just bought my first aqua canning jar on ebay! It is a half gallon one and I love it. I have to say that the rusty crusty is just too cute. Don't you just love flowers brought into the home? I think it is one of those great luxuries in life.

    ReplyDelete
  53. jeanneAugust 31, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Hi Sarah, I love your ideas for flowers in a container. Especially the Ball jars.

    Thanks for your visit and comment. I love your Acadia post as well. This summer we spent the whole month of June in the Acadia park area. We loved it there. Your post sure brings back memories.

    Happy days to you,
    xo, Jeanne

    ReplyDelete
  54. Claudia FabianaAugust 31, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Thanks for visiting me. I am now following your lovely blog. Pop over again soon!

    ciao

    ReplyDelete
  55. LVAugust 31, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Any old thing, can be brought to life with flowers. I loved all the ways you featured them.

    ReplyDelete
  56. KathleenAugust 31, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    They are all lovely! Love the color of those jars.
    We made it ok, it was stressful though. I thought the roof was going to blow off. But no floods thank God, and the power and phone is back on!

    ReplyDelete
  57. JocelynAugust 31, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Yay, love how you have used "anything" for a vase. Flowers are just the ticket to make an old thing pretty and useful.

    Jocelyn @
    http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  58. Wendy@Once upon a rose havenSeptember 1, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    So beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  59. c. JoySeptember 1, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    Your pictures are beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  60. The TablescaperSeptember 1, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    So beautiful. Love all of the containers and their contents!

    - The Tablescaper

    ReplyDelete
  61. Gypsy HeartSeptember 1, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    I love them all! The aqua jars are so lovely...any way you see them, any time.

    Pat

    ReplyDelete
  62. Gypsy HeartSeptember 1, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    I love them all! The aqua jars are so lovely...any way you see them, any time.

    Pat

    ReplyDelete
  63. Adrianne SurianSeptember 1, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    These are all so pretty! And it seems to follow that if anything can be a vase, then there should always be room for fresh flowers. :)

    I would love to see you link this post up at Freestyle Friday, going on now through Sunday night.

    Hope to see you there ~ www.happyhourprojects.com
    Adrianne

    ReplyDelete
  64. Honey at 2805September 1, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    You already know I love your ironstone! The blue ball jars are so cute, but I really love that crushed watering can. It's just so charming!

    Thanks for linking to Potpourri Friday and helping to make it a success! I appreciate you!

    ReplyDelete
  65. Pam KesslerSeptember 1, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    I love the photo of the crunched up watering can. Very cute. I love using my ironstone pitchers as vases.

    ReplyDelete
  66. UnknownSeptember 1, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Hi Sarah,
    Thank you so much for sharing your gorgeous images on Fresh-Cut-Friday! :) I love the hydrangea in the soup tureen the best! :)

    ~Liz

    ReplyDelete
  67. Liz @ Sit With Me In My GardenSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Love the hydrangea in the tureen..great picture! The rusty, crusty zinc pail is adorable! All of your vignettes are great...the ball mason jars look great clustered together!

    ReplyDelete
  68. Favourite Vintage FindsSeptember 2, 2011 at 12:49 AM

    They all look gorgeous!

    ReplyDelete
  69. LynnSeptember 2, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Very pretty Sarah! Lovin' the crushed watering can! Happy Labor Day Weekend:@)

    ReplyDelete
  70. UnknownSeptember 2, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Dear Sarah, Now that rusty watering can is a true recycled treasure..I love it. I love finding diffrent ways to hold such beautiful flowers. And there are many..That's why my basement is crowded..LOL!

    ReplyDelete
  71. Anita at Cedar Hill September 2, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    What great ideas for vases. I have used the aqua canning jars, but I can see I need to branch out.

    ReplyDelete
  72. AnonymousSeptember 2, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Simply gorgeous Sarah! I love the rusty crusty watering can.
    Thanks for the visit.
    Rosemary...

    ReplyDelete
  73. UnknownSeptember 2, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Great ideas. I specially love the watering can on the wall.
    Have a great holiday weekend.
    Michele

    ReplyDelete
  74. BillSeptember 2, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    I like them all, Sarah! Love the ideas, and your photography is beautiful!

    Have a great weekend!

    Bill

    ReplyDelete
  75. Ann from On Sutton PlaceSeptember 2, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    All such great ideas. The flowers are stunning. So glad you came to the party!

    ReplyDelete
  76. Tablescapes By DianeSeptember 2, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Hi lovely lady.
    I love them all sweet lady!!! Your photos are so BEAUTIFUL and your flowers are gorgeous. I hope you and your family have a great weekend.
    XXOO Diane

    ReplyDelete
  77. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeSeptember 2, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    Beautiful flowers and you've shown some amazing ideas for vases. Thanks for sharing!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

    ReplyDelete
  78. Blooming Rose MusingsSeptember 2, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Gosh, I haven't had a chance to visit with you in so long and I have truly missed your lovely and uplifting posts.
    I love all your ideas for vases. Very creative. I especially like crunched watering can.
    Have a wonderful weekend.

    ReplyDelete
  79. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    very beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  80. Confessions of a Plate AddictSeptember 3, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Love your "vases," Sarah! The flowers are gorgeous! And I loved your post about Maine...hoping to visit there one day! Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend!...hugs...Debbie

    ReplyDelete
  81. Debra@CommonGroundSeptember 3, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Hi Sarah, I love all of these "vases", and I had to giggle at the smooshed watering can, too cute and clever! thanks so much for linking up to VIF, and being such a supportive friend with all your wonderful comments! xo Debra

    ReplyDelete
  82. Alison @ The PolohouseSeptember 4, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    Love you vase collection! Finally got a blue mason jar for a vase a couple weeks ago at a flea market. I honestly could not believe that I hadn't bought one sooner in my life.
    Seeing the stems through that shade if blue/green aqua is so simply lovely, isn't it?

    xx
    A

    ReplyDelete
  83. EllenSeptember 5, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Let the beauty shine on. What a nice compliment those flowers gave to that ruty ole can. If it can hold water, its can hold flowers.
    Hugs,
    Ellen

    ReplyDelete
  84. The Charm of HomeSeptember 6, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Sarah,
    What a cute post this is. Yes, anything! Great ideas!
    Thanks for joining HSH!
    Sherry

    ReplyDelete
  85. BohemianSeptember 6, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    I LOVE using the unconventional as Vases, so glad to see and be inspired by others who do also! Beautiful bouquets and creative ways of displaying them!

    Dawn... The Bohemian

    ReplyDelete
  86. d e l i g h tSeptember 9, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Hi Sarah, you are right, anything that flowers fit into can be used. Some of my favorites are lemonade or jam jars with the labels left on! Lovely post!

    ReplyDelete

Thank you to each of you who take the time to leave a comment. I read and appreciate each and every one and will respond to any questions. Your notes are the only way I know who has stopped in for a visit.

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)