Decorating with Pitchers

There are some things in this world that just don’t make a lot of sense.

My affinity for pitchers is one of them.

I should correct myself and say that to me, my love for them makes perfect sense.  They’re cute and functional.  And they’re cute.  (I know I repeated myself, but it’s worth repeating.)  Beyond that, I’m not really sure why they make my heart go pitter-pat.  They just do.

I don’t really discriminate, I like them in colors or just plain white.  I also like glass pitchers.  They can be old or new.  It really doesn’t matter.  When I see a cute one, I would like to bring it home to live with me.  And, trust me, I’ve left more pitchers at the store than I have purchased simply because there is only so much room.  And money.  

Some people think pitchers are just for holding drinks, but I think they can be so much more.  I have my small collection scattered about my house and I use them in many ways.

decorating with pitchers

I use mine:

  • as a vase
  • for serving water at a dinner party
  • serving syrup at breakfast
  • holding cream for coffee
  • as a cute chotchke for just about anywhere
  • holding kitchen utensils

I absolutely love using them for holding flowers — both faux and real.

 

white pitcher with lavender

blue hydrangeas

 

They make even the most simple of floral arrangements look amazing.

 

I also have several pitchers displayed around the house.  

I love them on my kitchen cabinets (I know I need to raise them up a little so they’re not so covered up by the crown molding).

white pitchers on kitchen cabinets

And on top of my little blue hutch.

pitchers on china hutch

 

My latest find is the aqua blue vase.  (I found it at Tuesday Morning)  It’s brand new but it looks vintage, don’t you think?

two small pitchers

 

Next on my list is to find some transferware pitchers.  I’d love to add to my collection.

Do you have a collection you love?

collections tour

 

Several of my blog friends and I are sharing our collections today and you can see all of them by clicking the links below.   

We would also love to see your collections — you can share them with me on my Facebook page!  

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Today I’m grateful for the ability to collect the little things I love.

31 Days of Gratitude helps bring contentment and joyful living.

signature with flowers 

 

I often share at:  Metamorphosis Monday, Your Designs This Time, The Scoop, Wow Us Wednesdays, Inspire Me Tuesday, Furniture Feature Friday, Something to Talk About, Amaze Me Monday

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18 Responses to Decorating with Pitchers

  1. Angie @ Postcards from the Ridge says:

    I love your pitcher collection, Julie! I have a weakness for those as well. And you have them styled and displayed so beautifully. Thanks for sharing! ~ Angie

  2. Stacey Keeling says:

    I have a few pitchers too. They are beautiful and useful. :)

  3. Vanessa says:

    Oh my, I am loving on your beautiful pitchers Julie. They are just amazing and I have a couple this might be my next collection. Lovely!

  4. Rose says:

    Hi Julie ~
    I love pitchers as well, but I love the little ones. Everytime I see a tiny pitcher (one that you use as a single serving with cream for your coffee) I have to buy it.
    Come to find out ~ my mom has the same feeling about these little guys.
    My favorite place to find them is Home Goods.
    Have a wonderful day.
    Rose

  5. Jen @ Girl in the Garage says:

    Julie your pitcher collection is just beautiful, especially filled with flowers! It’s all so pretty – thanks for sharing!

  6. Reenie says:

    I collect white pitchers too!!! Love yours. :)

  7. Jeanette says:

    I have a collection of pitchers! I didn’t even realize it until seeing your post. Love your ideas! Think I’m going to dust some off and display them! Pinning! Jeanette

  8. Meegan says:

    Oh Julie! Your collection of pitchers is divine. I love how you use them in your home decor and styling. Your new blue one caught my eye. Tuesday Mornings has great finds, don’t they?
    Thanks for inspiring me.
    Have a wonderful week.
    xoxo

  9. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says:

    You have such a great collection of pitchers and you display them so beautifully!

  10. Paula Skulina says:

    Your have a beautiful collection of pitchers and I love the way that you have them displayed. They do make a beautiful vase for a flower arrangement.

  11. Lindsey@BetterAfter says:

    Such a wonderful collection! I love pitchers too, I have a few, but not enough to call it a collection yet! The Tuesday Morning one is gorgeous!

  12. pauline cordery says:

    I have SO many pitchers. I am drawn to them when I go into a store. Glad someone else out there loves them too!!
    Best wishes from a sunny New Zealand!

  13. Kathy @petticoatjunktion says:

    Julie, I love your pitcher collection. Love them for all the uses you mentioned. You forgot one. The little pitchers are great paintbrush holders!!

  14. Nancy @ Artsy Chicks Rule says:

    I love all of your pitchers…and the pretty things you have in them! :)
    Love your collection!
    Nancy

  15. Nancy says:

    Oh my goodness, those pitchers are just grand! I’m just crazy about pitchers, always have been and I always will be! I get your love for them!!

  16. Lisa says:

    Julie, I love all your pretty pitchers and how you use them in your home. I spotted your pretty Fitz n Floyd cookie jars in your hutch and I have the matching tea pot too. Thank you again so much for linking up to our Something to Talk about Link Party again, Lisa at Concord Cottage

  17. Ruth says:

    Love your pitchers, I too collect pitchers big and mostly small ones!!!!

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