Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Springtime is Served!






With the arrival of spring,

I've been playing in the dirt 

rather than the dishes.

Not much time for setting tables when

a springtime garden needs attention.




When I popped into my favorite 

Anthropologie  right before Easter,

 a garden of spring dishes immediately caught my eye.

Yes, Anthropologie is "Serving Up Spring!"





~ Garden Buzz ~

An Anthropologie exclusive by

Michelle Morin.




Delightful dessert plates 

feature three different garden blooms.

~ Sunny Yellow ~




Paired with a cute bowl 

perfect for a springtime soup.





The etched details 

provide a charming touch.




As do the adorable

Elephant March napkins.




~ Ellie ~

elephant creamers 

also come in three colors.

~ Yellow ~




~ Green ~




~ Orange ~




~ Blue Garden Buzz ~




~ Green Elephant March Napkin ~





~ Red Garden Buzz ~




~ Red Etched Bowl ~




This is not a sponsored post.  

I simply wanted to share  

 Anthropologie's "garden delights".

To help your own springtime dish garden grow,

I'm offering one of my followers a 

$50 gift card to Anthropologie.

All you have to do is leave a comment below.

If you share this post on your blog or social media site, 

leave me a message for additional chances.

Random # Generator will select a

winner on May 1, 2014.

Open to all followers 

who love to shop Anthropologie.

My way of thanking those who follow along with me @

Hyacinths for the Soul

Joining

Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps on the Porch
Share Your Cup Thursday @ Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olsen


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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.

71 comments:

  1. KathleenApril 23, 2014 at 9:03 PM

    So colorful and cheerful! Look at those elephant creamers! I have pigs and cows, but elephants, what fun!

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  2. KathleenApril 23, 2014 at 9:08 PM

    Just posted it on FB.

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  3. KathleenApril 23, 2014 at 9:11 PM

    Added it to tonight's post!
    Thanks for the chance, Sarah!

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  4. Blondie's JournalApril 23, 2014 at 9:17 PM

    Oh, these dishes just made me sigh...I love them all! And the elephant napkins. Lately I have been enjoying the "unexpected" with my tables. These would be perfect. The Gardener's Book lying on the table looks interesting...did you have a chance to peek in it?

    We don't have an Anthro nearby, thankfully. We are a dangerous pair! Thank you so much for a wonderful giveaway!

    XO,
    Jane

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  5. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleApril 23, 2014 at 9:44 PM

    Cute dishes, Sarah.

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  6. MaryApril 23, 2014 at 9:50 PM

    Needless to say the 'ele' napkins would be a spectacular addition to my table, springtime, anytime!! I Iove those beautiful animals.

    I'm one happy bunny though because soon I will not have to travel 1/2 hr. to Durham to visit Anthropologie……..they are in the middle of fitting out a beautiful shop just two minutes from my house……and my g-daughter Jasmin is hoping to get a part time job there! It will be hard to stay out of the store - they have such adorable things.

    Thanks for showing us these lovely dishes etc. Sarah…..I would appreciate being added to the exciting drawing for the generous gift.

    Sending hugs as always - Mary x

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  7. BonnieApril 23, 2014 at 10:00 PM

    I love Anthropologie!

    Very cute dishes. So cheery and fun! Great idea for a spring feature.

    What a nice giveaway.

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  8. BonnieApril 23, 2014 at 10:00 PM

    I will be posting on facebook.

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  9. Parsimonious Décor DarlingApril 23, 2014 at 10:23 PM

    Those are just adorable! I love Anthropologie...the cute aprons, great reads, dresses...I could go on! Posting on my Pinterest board. Thank you for sharing!!

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  10. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenApril 23, 2014 at 10:23 PM

    Whata a generous giveaway, Sarah! Some lucky winner will have so much fun picking up some happy Spring time dishes at Anthropologie. xo

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  11. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderApril 23, 2014 at 10:56 PM

    Dearest Sarah,
    You do show some very lovely pieces for use during the spring, especially nice for outdoor settings.
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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  12. UnknownApril 23, 2014 at 11:41 PM

    I would love decorating my table with those beautiful dishes.

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  13. Debbie@Mountain BreathsApril 24, 2014 at 5:13 AM

    Thank you for sharing these treasures from Anthropologie Sarah. I love to shop Anthropologie! It's such a colorful store. Thanks for generous giveaway. xo

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  14. Castles Crowns and CottagesApril 24, 2014 at 5:20 AM

    I cannot wait to get into my garden to clean, arrange then set out my dishes on my bistro table. Oh Sarah, HOW LOVELY and happy are these designs! Enjoy every dirty encounter out there! I want to trim my boxwoods so badly; this year, they suffered a lot of damage, and that's a first in 18 years. HAVE FUN and thank you so much for your birthday wishes! I had a fantastic day! Love to you, Anita

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  15. DianeApril 24, 2014 at 5:49 AM

    Oh, Sarah - this lovely post almost makes me want to run out of my house and work in the garden! Well, almost... It seems to always be too hot here - lol!! I do love those plates and the elephant creamers are too adorable. Thanks for sharing - I do love Anthropologie and, if I won, it would be a great excuse for an Atlanta shopping trip (as if I need an excuse!!).

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  16. Celestina MarieApril 24, 2014 at 7:10 AM

    Hi Sarah, what a wonderful and springtime inspiration. The dishes are gorgeous and those sweet colorful cow creamers are darling. Love Anthropologie.
    I have been really enjoying being in our Texas garden once again. Best time of the year. Your giveaway is very generous~
    Happy Thursday!!
    XO

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  17. The French HutchApril 24, 2014 at 7:21 AM

    Sarah, you know how I too love Anthro. I visited the shop in Atlanta before Easter and wished I had room in my china cabinet for all those lovely dishes. Knowing all the work you've put into your garden I'm sure it will be lovely. I'll add you to my sidebar.
    Hugs sweet friend...........

    Emily

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  18. La Table De NanaApril 24, 2014 at 7:32 AM

    I love the water lillies.. so watercolorish..and the shapes of the plates..
    What a great table..I love that store..must admit.. we have 1 in Mtl..quite far..I have been only once to buy a gift for a friend..and I don't think she liked it:( Remember the egg crates? when they first came out?
    Love your garden tools..unlike anyone elses..
    We're in the garden too..the messy Spring clean up..
    But still..:)

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  19. NanaDianaApril 24, 2014 at 7:35 AM

    Oh- Sign me up, Sarah. I am smitten with all those Spring dishes. We still do not have ANY thing growing or blooming here. So, maybe I can buy some blooming dishes!;)

    Have a wonderful day, Sarah. xo Diana

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  20. Nancy's NotesApril 24, 2014 at 7:41 AM

    Oh Sarah, I love to roam around at Anthropologie! What awesome dishes, I'm always in awe of everything in that store!
    Have a wonderful day~
    Nancy

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  21. AnonymousApril 24, 2014 at 8:42 AM

    Beautiful dishes...love them all.

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  22. Simply Suzannes at HomeApril 24, 2014 at 8:57 AM

    Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home

    Dear Sarah! Oh my! I love anthropologie! So fun to see all your photos :0)
    Have a great day,
    Suzanne

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  23. BeverlyApril 24, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    Oh, I am so glad you took us along with you to Anthropologie. So many beautiful things. I do believe Red Garden Buzz is my favorite.

    Thank you for sharing, Sarah, and thank you for this wonderful chance to win.

    I hope to see you again for Pink Saturday this weekend.

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  24. BeverlyApril 24, 2014 at 10:13 AM

    Just shared this on How Sweet The Sound Facebook page, Sarah.♥

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  25. Linda @ A La CarteApril 24, 2014 at 10:39 AM

    Love the colors and patterns of these dishes and just how cute is the elephant creamer?? Thanks for a chance to win a gift card! That would make my day for sure! Hugs to you Sarah!

    Linda

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  26. MarigeneApril 24, 2014 at 10:55 AM

    Beautiful dishes and linens.
    I just checked to see where the closest one to me is...not very far from where I do my thrift store shopping...I will be checking out their dishes and linens next week when I am up in the city. I had no idea there was a store so close.
    Have a wonderful week, Sarah!

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  27. RettabugApril 24, 2014 at 11:51 AM

    How FUN!! I want to go shopping with you, Sarah!

    I have a SIL who collects elephants but only ones with their trunks held high...those are supposed to be good luck. I bet she would ♥ one of those creamers. Thanks for the idea!

    fondly,
    Rett

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  28. RettabugApril 24, 2014 at 11:53 AM

    oooops...forgot to say that I put a link to this post up on my blog's sidebar. I borrowed your beautiful hyacinth header for the photo...hope you don't mind. I wish you could see all my hyacinths blooming & I just bought 4 more PINK ones this morning & have them planted already. Smells like Heaven when you come up the front walk!!!

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  29. Maria MalaveciApril 24, 2014 at 12:23 PM

    Oh how I love Anthropologie.... I could spend forever in the store. So lucky to have one now in our area. Would love to win. It would be an early birthday gift to me!

    mmalavec(at)med(dot)umich(dot)edu

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  30. thepaintedapron.comApril 24, 2014 at 12:24 PM

    Those dessert plates are just fabulous Sarah! Oh I do love love anthropologie! And we are all about elephants around here, I must pop in and get of of those creamers and some napkins...thanks so much for the shopping trip!!
    Jenna

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  31. Maria MalaveciApril 24, 2014 at 12:24 PM

    https://twitter.com/mmalavec/status/459382314582417408

    Shared on Twitter

    mmalavec(at)med(dot)umich(dot)edu

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  32. ElenaApril 24, 2014 at 3:15 PM

    I love Anthropologie! Thank you for the giveaway!

    elena150980@yahoo.com

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  33. FABBY'S LIVINGApril 24, 2014 at 7:30 PM

    How beautiful Sara...! The Anthropology store is fabulous, everything is unique there! I've had a chance to be there last year! Lucky winner!
    The colors and the patterns of these dishes are amazing!
    Enjoy your weekend in the garden my friend.
    FABBY

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  34. RonApril 24, 2014 at 7:39 PM

    I love the dishes, Sarah!

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  35. MaryApril 25, 2014 at 4:37 AM

    I've been digging in the dirt too Sarah and my aching back and allergy eyes and nose are protesting! A trip to Anthro is long overdue, especially since they're serving up spring! Dish gardening is my favorite kind of gardening and doesn't require Zyrtec this time of year :) Thanks for the chance to win and generous giveaway ♥

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  36. MaryApril 25, 2014 at 5:00 AM

    Hi Sarah, Pinned and shared on FB! ♥

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  37. rsApril 25, 2014 at 6:20 AM

    Hello Springtime - sure would love the dishes in yellow. Daffodils are my favorite.

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  38. rsApril 25, 2014 at 6:20 AM

    Shared on FB!

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  39. StitchforkApril 25, 2014 at 9:15 AM

    That garden of dishes grows very well!
    xo

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  40. hope4todayApril 25, 2014 at 7:06 PM

    After the Polar Vortex these plates delight and my me hope of spring!

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  41. JacquelineApril 25, 2014 at 7:46 PM

    Anthro has such fun things don't they? I have been out gardening too - today I was painting the wrought iron railing - my hands, face, feet and even my hair was black - it was a bit windy. Hope I can get it out of my hair! But I am glad I figured out how to do it and didn't have to hire a painter!

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  42. The Victorian GirlApril 25, 2014 at 8:03 PM

    I've never been to an Anthropologie store (can you believe it?), but I've heard they have really neat things. I love different kinds of creamers, so it would be fun to have an elephant one.
    kellam.susan@yahoo.com

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  43. The Vintage ChateauApril 25, 2014 at 10:57 PM

    I love browsing at Anthropologie. They always provide me with inspiration, thanks for sharing their spring bounty!
    Karee

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  44. Art and SandApril 25, 2014 at 11:14 PM

    I am so glad that there is not an Anthropologie store in Ventura. It is one of my all time favorites.

    I love those yellow and red bowls and how fun are the elephants. They remind me that I had an elephant collection years ago.

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  45. Wsprsweetly Of CottagesApril 26, 2014 at 2:32 AM

    Hi Sarah..not a single Anthropology store anywhere around here. My daughter loves that store and I have never been in one! I hear they are a great place to find neat stuff!
    Wish we had one!!

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  46. awal.nyApril 26, 2014 at 6:16 AM

    What a great store for inspiration. I love shopping in stores that are all ready for spring.

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  47. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowApril 26, 2014 at 6:17 AM

    Those little elephant creamers are so cute! :)

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  48. Decor To AdoreApril 26, 2014 at 11:46 AM

    I have to say that the royal blue and aqua birdhouse in the first image completely captured my heart!

    This is such a generous giveaway Sarah and I thank you for the opportunity. May you be blessed 10 fold.

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  49. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeApril 26, 2014 at 2:53 PM

    Beautiful and fun dishes, Sarah! Love all of them!

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  50. SoniaApril 26, 2014 at 4:07 PM

    Oh I just love all those dishes! Not that I need anymore...but a girl can look! So cheerful and colorful for spring! Thanks for sharing!
    Miss Bloomers

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  51. The TablescaperApril 26, 2014 at 10:12 PM

    Sarah,

    I love Anthropologie, but the store in my local mall closed so visiting one is a bit more of a journey - BUT if I won I'd make the journey! since I don't go there that often, it's so fun to see it through your lens.

    - Alma, The Tablescaper

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  52. UnknownApril 27, 2014 at 5:52 AM

    I love the dishes! And the elephant is too cute!

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  53. Alison @ The PolohouseApril 27, 2014 at 1:51 PM

    So pretty Sarah!
    You have such a gift with setting the perfect table.
    LOVE Anthropologie stores --- their displays send me over the moon with delight.
    :)
    xox
    A

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  54. UnknownApril 27, 2014 at 6:44 PM

    Beautiful picks! I love anthro too.

    Calli

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  55. UnknownApril 28, 2014 at 3:33 PM

    I just love Anthropologie. I have a beautiful Suzani inspired rug from A that I have used for over 10 years in 2 countries and 3 houses. I would love a little green elephant formy kitchen shelves.

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  56. The Charm of HomeApril 28, 2014 at 6:09 PM

    They have the cutest dishes! Your so generous to give that away! Thanks for joining HSH!
    Sherry

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  57. KatheApril 28, 2014 at 9:03 PM

    Oh my goodness Sarah! What a wonderful giveaway that I almost missed! Loving the elephant creamers and the flower plates are calling me :-)

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  58. Candy SApril 29, 2014 at 5:25 AM

    Beautiful! I love the dishes. Elephants are great fun for a tablescape.

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  59. PondsideApril 29, 2014 at 9:27 AM

    So pretty!
    I visited Anthropologie for the first time while in Edmonton - we don't have one on the Island. What a treat for the eye! I found one perfect drawer pull - just what I'd been seeking for a long time.

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  60. MindieApril 29, 2014 at 3:31 PM

    What a great giveaway! I love the elephant creamers. So cute and fun.

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  61. TaraApril 29, 2014 at 3:32 PM

    Anthropologie is such a fun and happy place to shop! Love these!
    tara.huff(at)gmail(dot)com

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  62. KathyApril 29, 2014 at 5:37 PM

    Hey Sarah - these dishes are vibrant! I've been spending time in the garden too! Such a thoughtful giveaway! I appreciate you and appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

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  63. TrishaApril 29, 2014 at 9:16 PM

    So pretty! I really love the sweet elephants!

    ~Trisha

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  64. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonApril 29, 2014 at 10:14 PM

    So bright and colorful Sarah! I love it. Thanks for sharing with SYC and thanks for the chance to win. I am posting this on my sidebar under give aways also.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  65. Botanic BleuApril 29, 2014 at 10:41 PM

    Sarah,
    As much as I like the dishes, I love the vintage garden tools more. Are they yours or for sale? Thanks for sharing the colorful Anthropologie dishes and for the giveaway.

    Judith

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  66. PeggyApril 30, 2014 at 6:49 AM

    What a happy table could be set with all those great bright items. { sigh}

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  67. BabsApril 30, 2014 at 8:19 AM

    Cute dishes! Love the flower pots and bird houses, too. Great giveaway, Sarah!

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  68. PoppyApril 30, 2014 at 12:35 PM

    Hi Sarah,

    Such pretty designs and colours on these sets of dishes; a perfect serving of spring, indeed! Now, if only the sun would take its seat, so the spring feast can begin!

    Poppy

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  69. Pattie @ Olla-PodridaApril 30, 2014 at 10:50 PM

    Love those elephant creamers. I just never get to Anthropologie since I moved out of the area. Bummer. I should sign up for online emails or something, just to stay connected.

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  70. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMay 5, 2014 at 3:24 AM

    Great dishes, looks like such a great place to shop!
    Thanks so much for sharing at Amaze Me Monday...
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  71. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiMay 12, 2014 at 1:31 AM

    I love those bright elephant creamers! I should have popped into Anthropologie when I was in NYC a few weeks ago!

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