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Friday 29 July 2011

Smart Casual in the Dining Room



It's YOU!
HOORAY!

And how are you today?

These photos I've taken sum up the feel that I want in our dining room. Firmly linked to the kitchen but with a relaxed formality. 
Or...ahem...smart casual...
{.....that made me laugh when I thought of it!}


A place where I can sit and chat 
with my bestest friends 
over a pot of tea and 
my some of my favourite
Emma Bridgewater mugs.


Oooh, look at those mugs.
Do you like them? 
Do you want them?.......


I have a secret for you, my pretties. 
You're in luck!
Boogie on by on Monday. 
I think you'll have a big smile on your face....




All images: Mine
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46 comments:

  1. Susan T29 July 2011 at 13:24

    I sit here agog. Emma B giveaway - count me in! Have a great weekend Sarah xx

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  2. Almost Precious29 July 2011 at 14:01

    The tea set is adorable. Can't wait to see what's coming up. :)

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  3. lisaroy29 July 2011 at 14:08

    now this sounds exciting! have a great weekend! xo

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  4. GLENDA CHILDERS29 July 2011 at 14:19

    Oh my . . . our friends call us 'the beverage family' and I love those mugs. Pop over, neighbor, for a cup of tea . . . and bring those mugs, ok?

    Fondly,

    Glenda

    ps. looking forward to more dining room stuff, too.

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  5. Unknown29 July 2011 at 14:20

    Oooo...pretty! Can't wait to see the change. Our house suffered from "little old lady syndrome" too.

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  6. amyC29 July 2011 at 14:41

    ooOHH I'm there!

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  7. Deborah29 July 2011 at 14:46

    I love Emma B stuff, got some blue star and coloured spot things :) I have seen some sad dining rooms in my time but I can't wait to see what you do with yours, I bet it looks fab!

    Bee happy x
    Have a delicious day!

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  8. Kalinka 29 July 2011 at 14:52

    Sweety!!!

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  9. michelle29 July 2011 at 15:10

    ooh you are so sweet, those are lovely and coming from you, with hearts on them, makes them even lovelier!!
    I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
    xoxoo

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  10. FiliGrace29 July 2011 at 15:14

    Ha! I knew they will be in giveaway, when I saw first photo. :)
    They are adorable. :)

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  11. Anonymous29 July 2011 at 15:19

    This must be my week to drool over pretty tea sets! So cute and adorable - no wonder you love them!

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  12. It's me29 July 2011 at 17:01

    That love mug is made for me.......!!...hihih!!...love Ria....xxx...

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  13. Jane @ Jane's Junk and Treasures29 July 2011 at 17:10

    Well that was a tease!
    I want to see what you did!!!

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  14. Blondie's Journal29 July 2011 at 18:11

    The mugs are SO cute!! Good luck with your dining room!

    XO,
    Jane

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  15. SLR29 July 2011 at 18:51

    Oh I just adore anything Emma Bridgewater and I have yet to buy any of it, since for me in the states it is a bit expensive :(
    There are some places that carry it here, but again, the price tag hurts. I will stop being so cheap one day and get some mugs! I love yours! Hmmmm, I am excited to see about this giveaway....
    :)

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  16. Brandi29 July 2011 at 18:57

    your tea set is adorable, Sarah. hope you have a great weekend!

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  17. Martina29 July 2011 at 20:54

    So gorgeous these cups! You have such an inspiring place here - will follow you back! Thanks for visiting me - and cheers to a lovely weekend!

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  18. On Crooked Creek29 July 2011 at 20:58

    Sarah,
    I'll be back Monday to see your casual dining room, for sure! I always pick up such "fresh" inspiration from you!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  19. Sarah29 July 2011 at 21:16

    Ooooh, lovely mugs!!

    S x

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  20. Unknown29 July 2011 at 21:39

    Oh, LOVE ;) them. Looking forward to the before and after of the dining room.

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  21. Debbie @ OtRD30 July 2011 at 00:42

    Can't wait to see the after photos because your home just amazes me!!

    Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

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  22. Cindy30 July 2011 at 03:38

    Hey Girl! I love those mugs!!! They would fit into my kitchen perfectly!
    Hugs, Cidny

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  23. Le 30 July 2011 at 12:27

    love the wee one with the words and hearts :) hugs le xox

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  24. meppybn30 July 2011 at 16:12

    Having a Valentine's Day birthday, those mugs are mine, mine, mine!!!! Can't wait to see the transformation either ;-)

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  25. Anne30 July 2011 at 16:37

    love the idea of 'smart casual' Sarah! Relaxed, but with some thought put into it, so its something out of the ordinary but not showy.

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  26. A Cozy Cottage in the City30 July 2011 at 20:48

    Sarah,

    Hi! I'm a new follower, so I thought I'd drop by to say hello. I saw your kitchen redo, which inspired me, as we moved into our home last month (fixer), and can't really afford a total kitchen makeover. And so it was nice to see something as simple as a fresh coat of white paint plus new hardware and some lovely accessories to spruce up the place. ;) And I laughed bc you're like me when it comes to buying new accents here and there and collecting them, but waiting until all the hard work has been done before placing them out! ;) Anyway, I'm new to blogland and I look forward to your posts.

    Cheers from SoCali,
    Jessie
    acozycottageinthecity.blogspot.com

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  27. Meine Dinge Franka30 July 2011 at 22:33

    Pretty. Very pretty.

    Salut!
    Franka

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  28. món cosit a mà30 July 2011 at 23:30

    I love the colours, the shapes, the picture you've taken... It's the first on my Cristmas List. Kss.

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  29. LindyLouMac31 July 2011 at 12:21

    Oh no I doubt I will have a minute to boogie by as I am off to pick up a guest from the station shortly and I will not be on line very much this coming week. Anyway have fun and I really would love to get myself that teapot and mugs :)

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  30. American in Bath31 July 2011 at 12:28

    Emma Bridgewater is rather yummy.
    I can't wait to see the after shots.

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  31. Sarah31 July 2011 at 13:28

    I can't wait to see your smart casual space, and those mugs are very me - the red, the white, the whimsy - love them.

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  32. Privet and Holly31 July 2011 at 15:37

    Smart casual,
    indeed! You
    have it in spades,
    my friend : )
    Fun giveaway; I
    love EB but it's
    an arm and a leg
    to buy it here!
    xx Suzanne

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  33. Magali @ The Little White House31 July 2011 at 19:13

    No, no, no! You got me all excited and mouthwatering... Now I probably won't be able to sleep thinking of all the implications of what you wrote...
    Also, can't wait for new tips on dining-rooms as mine is now a "clean slate" (not really clean and very dusty, actually).

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  34. Gwen @ Gwenny Penny1 August 2011 at 02:31

    Those mugs are precious, Sarah! I'll be back Monday :)

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  35. Nat at Made in Home1 August 2011 at 13:05

    Emma Bridgewater giveaway!! whoohoo!

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  36. Anonymous1 August 2011 at 18:01

    Sweet mugs, Sarah! Tea time with friends sounds perfect. We should do that with friends more often in the states. Looking forward to seeing your dining room with the new table. Hope you had a nice weekend!
    xxx

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  37. Anonymous2 August 2011 at 00:45

    i found you blog stalking! well pretty much. hope i win

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  38. Anonymous2 August 2011 at 00:46

    i found you while "blog stalking" hope i win!

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  39. Paula Jo @ Home and Garden Decor2 August 2011 at 19:01

    This tea set is just adorable. I love it. I'm new to your blog, and I've been looking through it, and it is really a nice blog. Everything thing has just that country charm. I'm sure to be a regular visitor.

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  40. American in Bath4 August 2011 at 17:02

    Ah, Modern Country Style is the place I go when I've been overwhelmed by magnolia.

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  41. Ivy and Elephants5 August 2011 at 01:58

    Woo Hoo, I know where I will be Monday.

    Paula, your newest follower
    ivyandelephants.blogspot.com

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  42. bj5 August 2011 at 02:11

    I DO !...I DO WANT THEM...so so cute. What a treat to have morning coffee out of one of these delightful mugs.
    xoxo bj

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  43. At The Picket Fence5 August 2011 at 02:53

    Ooooo...I cannot wait to see the transformation of your dining room my friend! Your table is gorgeous already so I know the rest will be too. :-) Thanks so much for linking up to Inspiration Friday this week!
    Vanessa

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  44. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life9 August 2011 at 23:37

    Fabulous mugs and teapot. I can't wait to see the change. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  46. web Design London28 December 2011 at 20:28

    There are some places that carry it here, but again, the price tag hurts. I will stop being so cheap one day and get some mugs! I love yours!

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