Blue willow china

'Two birds flying high, A Chinese vessel, sailing by. A bridge with three men, sometimes four, A willow tree, hanging o'er. A Chinese temple, there it stands, Built upon the river sands. An apple tree, with apples on, A crooked fence to end my song.' No one knows the origin of this classic English children's rhyme - even today, many people have never heard the popular story of the willow pattern. The legend says it was told in China more than a thousand years ago and brought over to England…

Do you have a collection of Blue Willow china sitting in your home? Be sure to check out all the surprising facts behind the classic design!

I guess I can officially call myself a Blue Willow collector! I love the crisp blue colors and the traditional pattern! Come visit and see my Blue Willow display :) Follow for updates

old French faience, vintage blue willow pattern china cups made in France

China with it's patterns can be most beguiling. No pattern could be more so than Blue Willow. The legend was created to promote the sales of Minton's original china pattern. There are several versions of the legend that have circulated, but this is my favorite. This china pattern has clearly stood the test of time, most likely due to it's fantastic marketing with this romantic story. The Willow Legend There was once a Mandarin who had a beautiful daughter, Koong-se. He employed a secretary…

Learn all about one of the world's favorite china patterns in this guide to collecting vintage blue willow china.

My Blue and White Display, aka Blue Willow Display is my new obsession. Classic blue willow china is so addicting!

The ever popular Blue Willow china has made a resurgence in the last decade as more of us are completely leaning in to our "old is new again" desires. For me I have always loved blue and white china having seen it in a cabinet in my grandmother's breezeway for many years. She collected two different items, amber glass + Delft. I loved the beauty of the blue and white and how stunning it looked together and next to all of her beautiful wicker pieces. It was something I stared out with my nose…

Blue Willow China is some of the most popular tableware in the South. Here's how to get a set of your own or find out if your current set is worth anything.

Explore our collection of Blue Willow China, featuring traditional English designs on teapots, cups, saucers, and kitchen accessories. Perfect for collectors and tea enthusiasts. Shop now at English-Teapots.com.

It's no secret that I love blue and white. It's a classic color combination that looks great on everything, and I love it on everything from planners to dishes to decor! One of my favorite home looks is a blue and white collection. Whether it's ginger jars, china displayed on a wall, vintage vases, or

Blue and white ginger jars. Horchow plates. Chinoiserie

Blue Willow Coffee Pot

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