I’m A Blue & White Snob

Here's why I'm picky about blue and white ceramics...Blue and white Chinese jar with white peonies on dresser with Wedgwood and marble lamp

Confession time…I’m a blue and white ceramics snob and not ashamed to admit it! I’m tired of the trending blue and white, but not giving up on my passion either. I am never going to own a $5,000 Kangxi jar even though my tastes could easily go there! Instead I buy 19th century export and…

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Blue & White Done Right – But How?

Collection of blue and white Chinese porcelains on skirted table with bamboo branches, calligraphy brush, and pink flowers - the right way to do blue and white!

#blueandwhiteforever The keys to decorating with blue and white in a traditional way that is NOT trendy and WON’T feel overdone! In preparation for my upcoming blue and white ceramics collection on May 20th, I’ve been pouring over blue and white designs and researching the best ways to decorate with this timeless duo. I re-visited…

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The Multifaceted Blue & White Christmas Tree

The multifaceted blue and white Christmas tree is a lovely backdrop to so many different colors and themes. Learn more on penderandpeony.com

Save money without sacrificing creativity by choosing a blue and white Christmas tree. This color scheme is versatile and festive and here’s why… The three photos above show the exact same blue and white Christmas tree decorated with the same blue and white ribbons; the same blue baubles; and the same frosted evergreen picks. The…

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