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FROM DALLAS: MORE SPRINGTIME TABLE SETTING

Oznell — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 02:44:47 GMT

Oh, boy-- Courtney Petit is a lucky lady now living in Dallas, who has been collecting table ware, as well as curating pieces her mother gave her, for 25 years. Look how excited she is, ha.

Backing up, here's the delightful house that is the setting for what she does. It's an older house by a famous Texas architect, and unbelievably, it was marketed as a "tear-down" when Courtney and her husband bought it. They were determined that that wouldn't happen.

Love the arches and the romantic little balcony...

A good section of the house feels like a series of charming greenhouses...

When "Homeworthy" came to film, Courtney wanted to create a feeling in the entry of "coming through a garden".

Her entry table has a huge ginger jar, surrounded by her collection of Wedgwood jasperware containing a mass of tulips--

It WOULD be like walking through a tulop garden!

Each of her small Wedgwood vases that she collected has its own story. Some she picked up second hand for a song--

Putting the jasperware all together to make a tulip garden is inspired!

So many goodies on her shelves. She keeps some of them in her pantry:

She has some hand-me-down tureens, and some she's collected:

She has a weakness for frogs, and these guys are so cute:

More china closet goodies:

Another favorite frog-- I think part of her salt and pepper shaker collection

More cute salt and peppers-- Staffordshire dogs, a pair of pigs, and I think even the silvery dog in the back is an open salt cellar!

Let's not forget yummy linens, some of which she said her daughter embroidered for her:

They filmed her setting a springtime table in her solarium, where they often eat meals---

It's hard to see in the picture, but the centerpiece is another large ceramic frog, with a fluffy fern in him. Do you spot some pink bird shapes on the table? Read on...

Can you see that frog's solemn little expression better in this shot?

The plates she chose for this particular setting were designed by Gloria Vanderbilt, in the 70's.

Her kids would be there, so she's serving pink lemonade in the aforementioned delicate mockingbird-shaped goblets, that you put straws in.

A pretty, whimsical table. I can't imagine having as vast an array of choices as she has, but it was fun to see her make her selections and put together.

The video was just one delight after another for fans of home wares and houses. To view, search at Homeworthy youtube:

Spring Table Decor - Set the Table with Courtney Petit - Inside the Most Amazing China Closet

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Puggywuggy — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 03:03:12 GMT

As usual, thank you for sharing @Oznell! I always enjoy these posts. I love the touch of whimsy in her frogs and other animal figurines. ❤️

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SandySparkles — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 03:23:38 GMT

WOW! What an absolutely STUNNUNG and eclectic melange of colors and textures!!!❤ Each photo has elements that speak to me; from subtle to daring! I would never have thought to adorn the shelving the way she did, but it is PERFECT; mixing the vintage with modern! The tulips are certainly WELCOMING spring and make me smile; being a symbol of love!🥰

I was surprised by the strategically placed bundle of asparagus spears on that BEAUTIFULLY dressed table, and although unexpected, it blends in seamlessly! I LOVE❤ the pink goblets, and floral focal point on the plates!

I want that lovely floral teapot, and the quaint pastel linens add a delicate nod to spring! There is just SO much going on, that I could stay in that space ALL day and still find something new to LOVE❤!🥰

THANK you SO much for caring to share this GORGEOUS journey into spring!🤗

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

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JudyL — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 03:51:49 GMT

While I like a lot of her collectibles, etc., all I could think of was - That's a lot of dusting and cleaning.....LOL

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on the bay — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 04:15:18 GMT

That was all wonderful!

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spiderw — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 04:32:11 GMT

Such beautiful decor!!!!! It reminds me of my mother who loved collecting china pieces and figurines. I inherited much of it and have some on display but most in a breakfront. I can appreciate the designer's love for all of the pieces she has. The solarium is stunning. Surrounding yourself with items you have collected and love is uplifting and enhances a room. Very nice collections.

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QVCisFun — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 08:30:02 GMT

@Oznell wrote:
Oh, boy-- Courtney Petit is a lucky lady now living in Dallas, who has been collecting table ware, as well as curating pieces her mother gave her, for 25 years. Look how excited she is, ha.

Backing up, here's the delightful house that is the setting for what she does. It's an older house by a famous Texas architect, and unbelievably, it was marketed as a "tear-down" when Courtney and her husband bought it. They were determined that that wouldn't happen.

Love the arches and the romantic little balcony...

Brings to mind the Romeo and Juliet balcony in Verona, Italy.

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gidgetgh — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 11:35:55 GMT

Way too much possession overload for me, but if it makes her happy, and it appears that it does, that's the only important thing.

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cheriere — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 14:01:13 GMT

@Oznell

I'm in love ❤️ with the entryway and all of those beautiful flowers.🌸

The frog pieces she has are quirky, but elegant at the same time. I noticed the little pigs right away too. I had to look twice, but spotted the silver doggie in the back. I like how the metal blends in with the porcelain pieces.😃

What I wouldn't give to have a solarium like that! This is my favorite part of the house!❤️. It's no wonder they eat most of their meals there...I would too!

The table setting is just magical!

This house is like something out of a Shakespearean movie! I agree with the poster who said the balcony is reminiscent of Romeo & Juliet! Just beautiful!

I REALLY enjoyed this one! Thanks so much for sharing.😊❤️

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Estellee — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 14:28:58 GMT

@Oznell This lady has quite a treasure trove of goodies. Love the crystal goblets. The solarium is beautiful too. Thanks for posting them.

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ECBG — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 14:53:33 GMT

Her pantry is a quilt of color, shapes and textures from all those beautiful items! Her collection is amazing! Just finding all of those items, much less having them would be a full time job!

That house is quite something! I would love to have a tour of that with all of that sparkling glass!

Maly thanks! @Oznell ! I love it!

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Marsha2003 — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 17:18:34 GMT

I watched that video yesterday. That house is gorgeous! How lucky she is to have inherited such lovely collections. Thanks, @Oznell, for all the videos you post.

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cimeranrose — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 18:48:06 GMT

Such a beautiful home! These were fun pictures to look at - thanks for posting @Oznell . What I wouldn't give to have a china closet like that! I love pretty china, crystal, art glass, etc. but I don't have much storage for it, LOL.

Her cut to clear crystal goblets are so pretty. And those mockingbird shaped goblets are too cute - I've never seen anything quite like them. Those little pig salt and peppers are adorable too. Pretty linens also.

They don't build houses like that anymore - I'm glad they saved it and didn't let them tear it down.

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DSD2 — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 21:04:14 GMT

Oh @Oznell the solarium is my idea of heaven!!

The luxurious linens, lovely flowers and beautiful china are amazing. My favorites are the tureens...exquisite all of it.

Thank you so much for sharing!!

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Sooner — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 21:16:33 GMT

@JudyL wrote:
While I like a lot of her collectibles, etc., all I could think of was - That's a lot of dusting and cleaning.....LOL

@JudyL Agreed! I have a lot of things like. And while they are still beautiful, more and more I see clutter and want rid of a lot of it. A lot we are using just for every day, and a lot of plates are going and just keeping salads to use.

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jannabelle1 — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 22:37:36 GMT

Oh so many beautiful pieces! I can't even imagine having such a collection for everyday or anytime use! Choices galore! Thanks, Oznell....

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Oznell — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 23:17:44 GMT

I love that you mentioned those asparagus spears, @SandySparkles , who knew a ceramic vegetable could be so endearing? There seem to be so many touches like that...

@spiderw , it's undoubtedly your kind of place, with those riches of beautiful objects to choose from.

@QVCisFun , great comparison! They're both so romantic.

To everyone who commented on the house itself, there's a whole separate tour of it on Homeworthy, from about a year ago: Inside Courtney Petit's Glamorous Dallas Home

Well worth looking up! A few stills of it below:

The fabrics, the finishes, the Venetian mirrors and other antiques-- dreamy.

The curtains alone, when she showed them close up, are just incredibly rich and lovely...

They also have casual spaces too, of course. This living room is about as formal as the house gets.

Re the table setting video-- I neglected to show the darling Herend animal figurines she pulled out to put on her table setting. How perfect they'd be for the spring-like gaiety of that table --

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SaveTheTurtles — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:43:26 GMT

Lovely as usual.

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SandySparkles — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 01:32:16 GMT

@Oznell wrote:
I love that you mentioned those asparagus spears, @SandySparkles , who knew a ceramic vegetable could be so endearing? There seem to be so many touches like that...

@spiderw , it's undoubtedly your kind of place, with those riches of beautiful objects to choose from.

@QVCisFun , great comparison! They're both so romantic.

To everyone who commented on the house itself, there's a whole separate tour of it on Homeworthy, from about a year ago: Inside Courtney Petit's Glamorous Dallas Home

Well worth looking up! A few stills of it below:

The fabrics, the finishes, the Venetian mirrors and other antiques-- dreamy.

The curtains alone, when she showed them close up, are just incredibly rich and lovely...

They also have casual spaces too, of course. This living room is about as formal as the house gets.

Re the table setting video-- I neglected to show the darling Herend animal figurines she pulled out to put on her table setting. How perfect they'd be for the spring-like gaiety of that table --

@Oznell Her BEAUTIFUL❤ home is truly a SENSATIONAL home decor lover's dream!!! Just when you think you are finished admiring it, another conversation piece draws you in; like the carefully chosen placement of the child's chair, signaling the importance of children in her life!😊

I have greatly enjoyed these lovely photos today, and I THANK you SO much for sharing them!🤗

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

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Enufstuff — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 17:27:23 GMT

@Oznell I love this house and the lovely architecture. What a great decision not to tear down such a beautiful house. The style is storybook magical and the little balcony is reminiscent of the Juliet's balcony in Verona.

She has decorated it with such beautiful style and attention to details. I love her style, especially the entry way with her gorgeous ceramics , plants and flowers. The solarium is gorgeous. Her table setting is lovely and the Mockingbird goblets are adorable. She has such unique pieces in her extensive collections.

Her collections are amazing. I have always loved Wedgewood blue and white Jasperware. My daughter has a blue and white Jasperware tea service from my grandmother.

One time when we were in Bermuda, an artist was in one of the shops demonstrating how the pieces are created, adding the

the white figures to the main pieces.

I bought a small pink and white trinket box, signed by the artist, Mark Mayson.

How wonderful that she has such a great storage area for her lovely china collections. I noticed the lovely pieces of Herend

that look to be the Rothschild pattern with birds and insects.

I have one piece with that Herend pattern. It is a butter dish.

I also have a small collection of Herend animals, cats, rabbits, chickens and sea life. I keep them in two small glass curios.

There was a lovely shop in Bermuda, Bluck's. They carried Herend china and all the animals. I purchased the sea creatures at that shop when we went to Bermuda. Sadly, Bluck's has closed as so many shops have, since Covid.

The last trip we took before Covid, was a Danube River Cruise

and while in Budapest, I bought my last two Herend animals.

Being the year of the Pig, I got a tiny black and white pig. I also got a little green chicken. No more collecting animals, the curios are full.

While in Budapest, I also purchased little heart shaped Herend trinket boxes as gifts for my daughters, two other family members and one for myself, each one a different pattern style. Mine is in the Rothschild pattern with a little bird and butterflies. The artwork on them is impeccable.