Ever since last year when I bought one plate at the consignment shop
and put this table top together, I had longed for a set of this dinnerware, but didnt know the name of the pattern.....
All I knew it was Royal Stafford Stoneware...so for the next 10 months I went on a pilgrimage to locate the name and find more pieces...
but sadly even when I looked on Replacements the list of unnamed patterns that were simply numbered was daunting... until one day in the spring when I forced myself to sift through every one of them and then finally.....
I discovered not only the name, but that Replacements had several pieces... so I ordered 6 plates and gave the information to my daughter so she could order some for me and have shipped home for Christmas.... an easy way for her to buy my present and get it to me, and I am so delighted!!!!!
Last week 6 plates arrived...
This pattern, The Herdsman, just speaks to the Anglophile in me...
The Herdsman, leading his flock of sheep up through the quaint village... the crenellated towers of church and cozy cottages beackoning weary travelers to stop in for a warming cup of tea.... the pattern with its fruited motif around the rim just begs a rustic harvest table...
My dear black sheep is delighted to grace the table now!
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Hello Schotzy,
ReplyDeleteI have similar plates on my table to this week but I've never seen this herdsman. I really like it. I'm glad you were able to track them down. The verse included in your header was a life changing verse for me. Blessings!
I love that pattern. It's just beautiful and something that I'd really love to own. I think your table is lovely, and since I'm in the middle of a dining room redo, I 'm always looking for pretty dining rooms. Love yours!
ReplyDeleteOh that took a lot of hard work to find the name and pattern. I love that pattern myself.. the plates look fabulous on the plaid tablecloth.. a perfect marriage.. Pretty centerpiece too.. xo marlis
ReplyDeleteBeautiful table. I love the plates, they nice against the oranges of your tablecloth...I used similar ones, Royal Stafford The Hayride back in September for my tablescape...now I will be on the lookout for pieces of The Herdsman!
ReplyDeleteHi there, Schotzy! I have that pattern, too, and I absolutely love it. Every time I use it I just feel good! It goes so well in your dining room!!! And the little black sheep fits right in! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteSimply beautiful! And I love your gorgeous wood furniture! :)
ReplyDeleteOh what pretty transferware -- so glad you could find it again. Love the adorable black sheep -- he's happy on this pastoral table setting.
ReplyDeleteI love these dishes and am so glad you finally found them. They look wonderful. Your tablecloth is lovely too!
ReplyDeleteThis transferware pattern is beautiful. I can understand why you were so persistent in finding it to purchase more. I'm sure your daughter was delighted to give you something she knew you would love and enjoy.
ReplyDeleteYour table looks great set with these dishes. The little black sheep is a sweet addition.
I'm so glad that we get to see the fruits of your labor to track down the name of this marvelous pattern. It really is a daunting task to plow through those Replacements listings. Your sheep are the perfect appointments for your beautiful tablescape. Thank you for sharing your lovely design. Cherry Kay
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful setting you have made with your dishes. I'm glad you found them. I really like your tablecloth as those are my favorite colors.
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