Monday, July 20, 2009

Blue Monday - Japanese Blue Vases

These are two vases that came to me from my mother. She got them from her Uncle Charlie--my grandfather's brother. You see, Uncle Charlie first married Aunt Margaret and Aunt Margaret bought these vases. Unfortunately, Aunt Margaret died. When Uncle Charlie married his second wife, Aunt Betty, she wanted the house to be filled with things that better suited her taste. So, the vases were given to my mom who later, passed them down to me. I use them for display in my china cabinet. They're about six inches tall and make a nice spot of color. The vases are a cobalt blue. The floral print shows a bright touch of orange along with lilac, pale blue, and white flowers. All are embellished with a generous amount of gold, but the camera won't show the gold.


I'm sharing them because I took these pictures when I packed them up and wrapped them nicely in bubble wrap. I hope they make the move. They're stored in the warehouse, waiting for moving day.



The top two photos are the correct color. This is NOT the correct color, but you can see the bottom markings better.


I have Mr. Linky loaded, but I don't see him. This makes me BLUE!

If you leave your link in with the comment, I'll try to straighten it out tomorrow. Have a great Blue Monday.

UPDATE: As you can see, Mr. Linky is up and going strong. Meanwhile, I'm playing catch up. If you don't see your link, please be forgiving and link in again. Thank you.

Blue Monday Participants
1. m
2. Sheila
3. Dawn
4. Lana G
5. Knitty
6. Candy
7. Christi at A SOUTHERN LIFE
8. TheOldPostRoad
9. Pam
10. Mary
11. Carrie - Oak Rise Cottage
12. Carrie - Carola Nativity Gallery
13. denisemarie
14. Ivory Spring
15. Mary
16. BJ
17. ellen b
18. Annemieke @ The Netherlands
19. Jobandbrittany
20. Gee
21. Puna @ LifeSignatures
22. Sharing with Sherri
23. Aussie Nikki
24. Elizabeth
25. Robyn		26. m-tales from an oc cottage
27. Robin from CA
28. Charlotte
29. Jensmere
30. Maria Berg
31. Barnyard Country Gifts
32. Cindy
33. Itajeff
34. Geri
35. Barbara Jean
36. AnnA
37. LadyJane
38. Sandi
39. Joan
40. Barbara
41. Golf Gal
42. Becky K
43. Mojo
44. Joan
45. Beverly
46. JLS
47. Greyscale Territory
48. Oma Nijn @ The Netherlands
49. Mary
50. Knitty		51. Coloradolady
52. Mary@Boogieboard Cottage
53. Iris
54. Shirl
55. Florida Sue
56. Hip Chick
57. The Explorer Philippines
58. Carol
59. cindy
60. Dixie
61. Linnea
62. Boo-Bah
63. Christine
64. Lynn's Lovelies
65. Baba
66. Clif
67. Terry
68. Annies Home
69. Cindy @ My Romantic Home
70. Kim - To Desire-Travel-Live
71. Beth at Aunties
72. charmine
73. Sandi

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92 comments:

  1. {oc cottage}July 20, 2009 at 12:04 AM

    That color blue is amazing! They will make it...fingers crossed! ;)

    m ^..^

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  2. The Quintessential MagpieJuly 20, 2009 at 12:05 AM

    Beautiful blues, Sally, and I hope they made it safely. I love pieces with a family connection.

    Thank you for hosting us again. Here's wishing you a very Happy Blue Monday!

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  3. ellen bJuly 20, 2009 at 12:06 AM

    Hello Sally,
    The cobalt blue in the vases is very nice! How great that they were handed down to you...enjoy.
    I'll check back tomorrow morning to see if Mr. Linky is working but it's night, night time for me now :0)

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  4. Lana G!July 20, 2009 at 12:09 AM

    Beautiful vases!!

    Mr. Linky looks as though he might not be working.

    Oh Well!

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  5. The Quintessential MagpieJuly 20, 2009 at 12:11 AM

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  6. CandyJuly 20, 2009 at 12:12 AM

    One of my favorite shades of blue, very nice!

    Cheers, Candy

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  7. pamJuly 20, 2009 at 12:12 AM

    http://greylikesnuffie.blogspot.com/

    As Ellen B has said Stinky Linky does indeed act up.

    These vases are beautiful. I love the deep blue color.

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  8. AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 12:16 AM

    Sally,

    Nice vases. Will check back tomorrow on Mr. Linky. Thanks again for being the perfect hostess!

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  9. CharlotteJuly 20, 2009 at 12:25 AM

    Very pretty vases, Sally. I had a little trouble getting Mr. Linky to work right on Spiritual Sundays this week. Maybe he's getting a little cranky again. lol
    I'll be back tomorrow to link.
    Charlotte

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  10. CarrieJuly 20, 2009 at 12:27 AM

    Hello Sally,
    Your heirloom vases are lovely.

    I have two posts today:
    Carrie - Oak Rise Cottage
    http://oakrisecottage.blogspot.com/2009/07/additional-thrifty-finds.html

    Carrie - Carola Natiity Gallery
    http://carolanativitygallery.blogspot.com/2009/07/christmas-in-july-exotic-nativities.html

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  11. Four Paws and CoJuly 20, 2009 at 12:29 AM

    The vases are beautiful Sally. I'm hoping they survive the move! Happy BLUE Monday! ☺ diane

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  12. DawnJuly 20, 2009 at 12:37 AM

    Hi Sally, I love an item with a story! They are really pretty vases.

    I'm doing Met. and Blue Monday today. I leave my link here and check by in the morning for MR. Linky.

    http://cottagestateofmind.blogspot.com/2009/07/metblue-mon-blue-birds-are-happy-again.html

    Dawn

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  13. Mary BergfeldJuly 20, 2009 at 12:41 AM

    I worked for many years with a Japanese congolmerate, I;ve seen this marking before, These are lovely vases. Treasure them.

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  14. bjJuly 20, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    Lovely vases, Sally. Such pretty colors.
    I have my post up but...Mr. Linky is playing hide and seek again...he is such a rascal !!
    See ya in the morning.
    xo bj

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  15. BrittanyJuly 20, 2009 at 12:44 AM

    http://jobandbrittany.blogspot.com/2009/07/blue-monday-2.html

    Thanks for hosting!

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  16. Sharing with SherriJuly 20, 2009 at 12:45 AM

    Very nice, I love cobalt blue.

    Here's my link Sally:

    http://sharingwithsherri.blogspot.com/2009/04/french-bleu-master-suite_05.html

    Thanks!
    Sherri

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  17. ColoradoladyJuly 20, 2009 at 12:54 AM

    Beautiful vases. I have a post up for blue monday..Mr. Linky has been a pain, I am using a new link system, and last Thursday, I had no problems at all.

    I will check the link later on today.

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  18. Nikki DeeJuly 20, 2009 at 12:57 AM

    Such pretty vases!!

    My Blue Monday

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  19. GeeJuly 20, 2009 at 12:59 AM

    Dear Sally.

    What a beautiful blue cobalt vases. Love them so much and thanks for sharing.

    Here is my link:

    http://geearjay.blogspot.com/2009/07/blue-monday-getaway.html

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  20. UnknownJuly 20, 2009 at 1:07 AM

    Lovely vases, Sally. I love it when things come in pairs. I'm sure they'll make the move safely, you've packed them so carefully!
    Here's my link:
    http://ebogie.blogspot.com/2009/07/maine-diner-in-blue.html

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  21. imjacobsmomJuly 20, 2009 at 1:12 AM

    Hi Sally, Here is my link http://thereisalwaysthymefor.blogspot.com/2009/07/blue-met-monday.html

    I have to drop back tomorrow to make my Blue Monday rounds and re-read your post. It's getting late for me and I have to get up early! See you later. ~ Robyn

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  22. RobinfromCAJuly 20, 2009 at 1:26 AM

    Beautiful vases and a nice family story to go with them. Sorry about Mr. Linky. Here is my link:

    http://weareflyingnow.blogspot.com/2009/07/giveaway-winner-blue-monday.html

    Robin@Miscellaneous Thoughts

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  23. AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 1:28 AM

    The dark . . . cobalt blue color is beautiful. Solid and rich . . . the then the light colored flowers is a nice contrast :-)

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  24. JennsmereJuly 20, 2009 at 2:06 AM

    Hi Sally...those are beautiful vases! Love the cobalt blue.

    Here is my link:
    http://jensmeresjoys.blogspot.com/2009/07/blue-monday.html

    I so enjoy Blue Mondays...thanks for hosting this lovely meme.

    Bless you,
    Susan

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  25. Mary BergfeldJuly 20, 2009 at 2:08 AM

    Hi Sally, I left a comment earlier but didn't leave theURL for my post I'm...Mary@OnePerfect Bite

    http://oneperfectbite.blogspot.com/2009/07/blue-moon-ice-cream-boy-with-blue-wagon.html

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  26. Maria BergJuly 20, 2009 at 2:21 AM

    Have you ever seen anything like this, little blue insect with BIG eyes?

    http://alltkangronska.blogspot.com/2009/07/dragonfly-with-big-blue-eyes.html

    /Maria Berg, Sweden

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  27. Barnyard Country GiftsJuly 20, 2009 at 2:22 AM

    Really love you're vases. They are so pretty.

    http://barnyardcountrygifts.blogspot.com/2009/07/blue-and-mosaic-monday.html

    Have a nice blue monday, Annemieke

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  28. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)July 20, 2009 at 2:28 AM

    Hi Sally,
    The vases are lovely, please add me on for Blue Monday! I am celebrating my 100th post and wanted to add on for Blue Monday too! http://applestonecottage.blogspot.com/ I'll check back too! Cindy

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  29. ItaJeffJuly 20, 2009 at 3:12 AM

    Hi Sally
    Those Japanese Blue vases are amazing. I love the cobalt blue.

    Happy Blue Monday

    Mine is up, please stopping by anytime, I just love company :-)

    http://itajeff68.blogspot.com

    ♥Ita♥

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  30. UnknownJuly 20, 2009 at 3:21 AM

    Lovely Japanese BLUE vases.
    Please add me to " BLUE MONDAY " here's my link

    http://heartnsoulcooking.blogspot.com

    THANKS!!! Geri

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  31. Barbara JeanJuly 20, 2009 at 3:48 AM

    Those are a gorgeous blue!!

    I'm posted and ready to go.
    I'll leave my link here.

    Blessings and thanks,
    Barbara Jean

    http://treasuresfromtheheartgifts.blogspot.com/2009/07/its-blue-monday-here-in-blogger-land.html

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  32. NicoleBJuly 20, 2009 at 4:06 AM

    Those vases are beautiful!
    I imagine you can hardly wait until everything is where it should be ;)

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  33. AnnAJuly 20, 2009 at 4:24 AM

    Pretty vases, Sally.

    Here's my link: http://annama-trdgslivannatliv.blogspot.com/2009/07/blue-monday-after-rain.html

    Have a great BLue Monday!
    / AnnA

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  34. NinnuJuly 20, 2009 at 4:38 AM

    Really nice vases.

    Sorry about Mr Linky. He seems to be out of order every now and then.

    Click my name for my Blue post.
    Have a nice Blue monday!

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  35. Ninnu, FinlandJuly 20, 2009 at 4:39 AM

    It was fast!

    Sorry about that. Here is the link :)

    Ninnu

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  36. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJuly 20, 2009 at 4:50 AM

    Wonderful vases, Sally! Happy Blue Monday and enjoy your day!

    http://sandimyyellowdoor.blogspot.com/

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  37. aspiritofsimplicityJuly 20, 2009 at 5:54 AM

    Very pretty vases.

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  38. Joan@anythinggoeshereJuly 20, 2009 at 6:01 AM

    Here is my blue giveaway post

    thepottingshed-anythinggoeshere.blogspot.com/2009/07/hats-away-and-giveaway.html

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  39. BarbaraJuly 20, 2009 at 6:07 AM

    Dear Sally, What a chore, I have a post if you get it up and running.
    Love the Blue Vases/

    Barbara
    Pruple Goat Lady

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  40. MaryJuly 20, 2009 at 6:12 AM

    Hi Sally!
    The vases are gorgeous. I love the rich cobalt blue!
    Happy Blue Monday! Thank you for hosting! :)
    Mary
    http://rosebrookcottage.blogspot.com/2009/07/blue-monday.html

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  41. AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 6:20 AM

    I don't see Mr. Linky either but please don't be blue. Your vases are just lovely. I can see where they would be quite beautiful displayed in a cabinet. I bet you can't wait to get all of your treasured things unpacked again. I hope you have a wonderful day.

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  42. ShirlJuly 20, 2009 at 6:55 AM

    Good Morning Sally, Happy Blue Monday. I don't see Mr. Linkey here, I'll stop back later to see if he's up and running. Your vases are just beautiful. How nice that they were passed on to you! Thank you for sharing!
    Have a great week!
    Bless you, Shirl
    Shirls Rose Cottage

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  43. Becky K.July 20, 2009 at 6:56 AM

    Sally, Those vases are so lovely.
    Thanks for sharing them!

    My Link:
    http://hospitalitylane.blogspot.com/2009/07/kids-grow-up-blues.html

    Becky K.
    Hospitality Lane

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  44. MojoJuly 20, 2009 at 6:59 AM

    Hope they made the trip safely, they're beautiful!

    Mr. Linky has been pretty dodgy everywhere in the world lately, good luck with that. Meanwhile, si back and enjoy the show:
    Blue Monday #43: "Sugar Benefit Show"

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  45. JoanJuly 20, 2009 at 7:02 AM

    Happy Blue Monday! Love your vases.
    http://applejacklane.blogspot.com/2009/07/blue-monday.html

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  46. Lana G!July 20, 2009 at 7:06 AM

    Sorry about the Mr. Linky issues! Here's my link...

    http://airmiles.wordpress.com/2009/07/19/blue-monday-alaska-glaciers/

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  47. BeverlyJuly 20, 2009 at 7:12 AM

    Sally, these are so lovely. Cobalt blue is such a rich color.

    Here's my link:

    http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/2009/07/a-gift-of-blue.html

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  48. JLS Hall (Joysweb)July 20, 2009 at 7:28 AM

    Very pretty vases - I love the color. Such a shame they have to be stored away for a while. I know you'll be glad to have them back when you're in your new home.

    My Blue Monday post is up. Thanks for hosting and have a great day!

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  49. Gemma WisemanJuly 20, 2009 at 7:41 AM

    How strange! I have small but deep bowls in the same colour and design as your vases! And they have travelled well for me over several moves! I still have the full set!

    Lovely photos!

    Here is my post for this week!

    Murals of Costumes

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  50. DixieJuly 20, 2009 at 7:44 AM

    Ah... that Mister Linky can be a stinky some days!

    love the blue vases...I know you'll be so glad when your new home is complete, and you can move in all your cherished things... that's what will make the new house your home..

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  51. teaJuly 20, 2009 at 7:57 AM

    Hi SmilingSal,

    You have won another Friendship award. Please come by http://ilovelovebooks.blogspot.com and pick it up. Then, I can cross off your name. Thanks. You've always been very friendly to me.

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  52. KnittyJuly 20, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    Beautiful color and design on those vases! Looks like they are highly glazed too.

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  53. Denise MarieJuly 20, 2009 at 8:48 AM

    Sally, I hope all your treasures make the move. I finally linked in right..at least I think I did. Loved your blue post last week and the Sat pink too. Blessings xox!

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  54. LADY JANEJuly 20, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    Sally,I love the cobalt blue vases!
    I have something somewhere in a box (my basement looks like a storage unit) that matches that pattern! I love posts that show family treasures!
    For some reason my puter is acting up when I try to post...I'm trying but if I don't get thru Happy Blue Monday to all...and especially our lovely hostess!

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  55. LADY JANEJuly 20, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    Sally...I think I got it....THANKS...for being here to fix up my mess if I didn't...and hey Sally...want to come over and paint...sigh?

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  56. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJuly 20, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    The vases are gorgeous. I know you will be anxious to get into the new home and unpack everything. Hugs, Marty

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  57. Betsy Banks AdamsJuly 20, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    Beautiful blue vases, Sally. Hope they make it in tact --when you get to your new home...
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  58. AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    So these vases are very old as well as precious. Your story of how they came to be yours should be tucked inside the vases for all to know!
    I have no blue monday today but I enjoyed yours.

    Kathy b

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  59. SjnJuly 20, 2009 at 10:03 AM

    I'm new here but love blue! I posted about redecorating my daughter's bedroom in seafoam blue, take a look.

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  60. Barbara H.July 20, 2009 at 10:06 AM

    Those are so pretty. I am glad they stayed in the family.

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  61. Mary @Boogieboard CottageJuly 20, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    Hi Sally, Happy blue Monday, I love your vases, very pretty! :O)

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  62. Boo-Bah AKA IrisJuly 20, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    I think cobalt blue is so beautiful. Your vases are lovely. Lets hope they survive the move safely.

    Iris

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  63. AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    Very pretty blue Kutani! I hope they arrived undamaged..Thanks for hosting it's always interesting and great fun.

    Sue.

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  64. CindyJuly 20, 2009 at 11:07 AM

    Gorgeous blue! What a treasure.
    Cindy

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  65. Barbara JeanJuly 20, 2009 at 11:43 AM

    Thanks for posting it for me.
    Have a great day!!
    Blessings,
    Barbara Jean

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  66. saraJuly 20, 2009 at 11:57 AM

    those are so beautiful!!!

    I really love how you have so many things that have been handed down in your family...great memories!

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  67. AnonymousJuly 20, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    Hi Sally!
    Oh your vases are just beautiful! I just love the richness of cobalt blue..
    I am sure they will make it to their new home just fine!
    Happy Blue Monday!
    Hugs,
    Lynn♥

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  68. xinexJuly 20, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    Your Oriental vases are very pretty, Sally. I hope they make it perfectly into your new home too...Christine

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  69. BabaJuly 20, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    I love your vases .... anything from Japan is beautiful!!! I am sharing shots from vacation in Florida...

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  70. Historical sites with charmineJuly 20, 2009 at 12:29 PM

    Hi,I'm participating for the first time,my post is up.Those are so beautiful,i love the design...hand painted i guess.

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  71. AprilJuly 20, 2009 at 12:35 PM

    What gorgeous vases! I sure hope they make the move without any problem.

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  72. Historical sites with charmineJuly 20, 2009 at 12:42 PM

    Hi SALLY, could you please delete my two links i've made a mistake and will correct it and get back.

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  73. Regina July 20, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    These are beautiful vases.
    I have of blue vases coming from other Asian countries. Will post when I have time.

    No post today quite busy.
    Happy blue Monday Sally.
    Regina

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  74. TerryJuly 20, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    Howdy Sally
    Happy Blue Monday to you.
    Those are really beautiful vases .
    Thank you for sharing their special history and I am looking forward to your new home that will
    provide another chapter for these lovely vases.
    Have a wonderful rest of the week.
    Happy Hugs
    Happy Trails

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  75. annies homeJuly 20, 2009 at 12:55 PM

    those vases are really pretty

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  76. CindyJuly 20, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    I finally joined in on your Blue Monday! I can't believe I haven't done this sooner since I'm such a lover of blue!

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  77. Christi @ A Southern LifeJuly 20, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    Lucky you to have gotten these vases. Anything that comes from your mother has to be good, huh? Very, very pretty!

    Christi

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  78. Musings of A MinisterJuly 20, 2009 at 2:02 PM

    Beautiful vases. Ah, cobalt blue, that's the right color.

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  79. Beth at AuntiesJuly 20, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    I am joining your party for the first time although I have read many of your Blue Monday posts!
    These vases are gorgeous and what cherished momentos handed down. I love to deep rich color and hope they make the move perfectly fine!

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  80. Historical sites with charmineJuly 20, 2009 at 2:27 PM

    Hi Sally,I have posted and put in my link,hope i did it the right way this time.Thank you very much for your prompt response.I'm new to this and appreciate your help.Thanks again.

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  81. SalmagundiJuly 20, 2009 at 2:32 PM

    Those vases are sure pretty things of blueness!!! Hope they are able to rejoin your household soon. Sally

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  82. DawnJuly 20, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    Those are really beautiful! What a treasure they are. I hope they are still safe in their bubble wrap awaiting their new home!

    take care,
    Dawn

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  83. Historical sites with charmineJuly 20, 2009 at 4:38 PM

    Thanks Sally for stopping by ,I'm glad this time i was able to do it right.Happy blue monday.I love this Meme.Have a good week.

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  84. CathyJuly 20, 2009 at 5:29 PM

    Your vases are just beautiful, Sally.

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  85. squawmamaJuly 20, 2009 at 6:58 PM

    Hey Sally, Love the vases and I sure hope they make the trip unharmed too... Have a fun BLUE Monday!

    (((HUGS)))
    Donna

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  86. ClaudieJuly 20, 2009 at 7:07 PM

    Sally I also love the vases...but I have to admit that you SIT!!! tongue is also ME TO A TEE!! It's so hard isn't it? Ah, but that's what makes us special lol
    Love Claudie
    Happy Blue Monday
    xoxo

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  87. NeabearJuly 20, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    Sorry I didn't leave you a comment this morning. I was in a hurry to get to work. So now I am home again. Yay! Love your Japanese vases. They remind me of mine. Mine are taller but are also that dark blue. Hmmm....maybe I should post them for next week. Hope you had a great Monday.

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  88. DarleneJuly 20, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    Those are beautiful blue vases. I do hope they make it fine through the move.

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  89. TootsieJuly 20, 2009 at 11:58 PM

    HOW PRETTY!!! I hope they are safe!

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  90. MarthaJuly 21, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    Beautiful vases!
    I hope it's not too late to play...
    http://meandering-martha.blogspot.com/2009/07/feelin-blue.html

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  91. Tea Time ConsultantsJuly 22, 2009 at 9:31 AM

    Sally, vases are beautiful! Come by sometime. http://www.teatimeconsultants.blogspot.com

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  92. Bargain Decorating with LaurieJuly 22, 2009 at 9:19 PM

    Beautiful vases! How nice that you have ended up with them. laurie

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Sally