Saturday, August 30, 2014

Brass Cleaning Miracle

Ketchup. Seriously. 
That's all it took to clean this brass item.
Thanks to my Opoe (Dutch grandmother), who taught me this simple trick.
I rubbed ketchup over the cat, let it sit for an hour, then used a soft toothbrush to rub away the tarnish. Finally, rinsed off with a damp paper towel and ta-da!

Before & After!

An inexpensive and non-toxic way to clean those fun vintage finds!

Friday, August 29, 2014

Vintage Luggage

Vintage luggage is so beautifully shaped, colored, and built. It makes for a pretty wedding decoration or stylish home decor.
Of course, you can always take it for a trip!

The Look:

card suitcase | Katelyn James #weddingHome Decor : 10 affordable and fabulous ways to decorate your home like a pro! { the36thavenue.com }this will be (is) me. running through the airport. refusing to use anything with wheels. ugh.

Luggage on DelightfullyDutch:

Vintage Blue Luggage Set Samsonite Taperlite Marbled with Key Mid Century Tapered Hard Shell Suitcase Lavender Lining Brass Hardware
 Mid Century Brown Luggage Royal Traveller Suitcase Hard Shell 40s 60s Brown Tapered Faux Leather Silver Hardware Wedding Card Note Box Vintage Train Case Green American Tourister Hardshell Luggage Mid Century 1960s Avocado Wedding Card Box

"Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow."
~Anita Desai

Thursday, August 28, 2014

Terrariums

Looking for a unique display for your plants?
Check out these neat terrariums!

The Look:
Geodesic Terrarium: Shopping for the home can be difficult. This Geodesic Terrarium ($295) will look great in your home office, as a dining room centerpiece, or even next to your bed. Fill it with orchids, succulents, or a relaxing zen rock garden.  — Katie Henry, associate editor
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Terrariums at DelightfullyDutch:
Vintage Brass and Glass Box - Pentagon Pentagonal Curio Terrarium Display Case Jewelry Box Wedding Ceremony Ring Bearer Large Big Small

Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Pewter

Perfect is what comes to mind.

I first fell in love with pewter during a spring season when I was at my Opoe's (Dutch grandma's) house.
She had a pewter pitcher brimming with spring flowers from her garden as her dining room table centerpiece. 
I was in love.
The perfect balance of rustic countryside with spring's blossoms adding colorful life.
I couldn't get enough of the charming bumps to the pewter's surface and the fact that this pitcher turned vase was my Opoe's grandmother's; what a treasure!
I'm always on the hunt for Royal Holland Pewter vases and pitchers so I can share the beauty of pewter with others!

The Look:
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Beautiful Pewter on DelightfullyDutch:
Vintage Pewter Pitcher - Royal Holland Pewter Vase - Silver Gray Grey Rustic Farmhouse - Modern Wedding Decor Cottage Chic Centerpiece Vintage Pewter Vase Set - Modern Wedding Centerpiece Decor - Rustic Farmhouse Cottage Chic - Minimalist
Vintage Pewter Pitcher - Royal Holland Pewter Vase - Silver Gray Grey Rustic Farmhouse - Modern Wedding Decor Cottage Chic Centerpiece
P.S. They look wonderful with Dutch tulips! :)


Monday, August 25, 2014

Dutch History

Well, my DelightfullyDutch history anyway!

My maternal grandparents are from Holland and I grew up frequently visiting my Opoe's (Dutch grandmother's) house. Her home is much like a museum and antique store in one! All new guests receive the grand tour and no question goes unanswered, as her incredible knowledge and memory of every piece is always at the ready. I always admired her beautiful treasures and her fondness for them.

Little did I know that my time for treasure collecting and sharing would be just around the corner.

In the fall of 2013, while I studied online as a Speech, Language & Pathology student, I was unexpectedly met with a scary sickness (healthy now!) that greatly tested my faith. While I successfully finished off the semester, I realized in order to keep my stress down and focus on my health, I would benefit by taking off the spring semester of 2014.

During this break, my husband encouraged me to have some fun (he's the best!). I had long been interested in the fun and success of my sister-in-law with her vintage Etsy shop, JenniferSonjaArt. So, I went out one day on a treasure hunt, and well, I found treasures!
I opened my shop, DelightfullyDutch that same week and have continuously worked to improve upon my newly discovered passion and talent.

I am so grateful to God for having brought something so joyful as my shop following something so difficult as sickness.
I hope if you look through my shop, you will see the joy I invest and the beauty I wish to share.

"Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me." ~Psalm 23:4


England Teacup - Vintage Staffordshire English Tea Cup and Saucer - Crown Trent - Fine Bone China - Red Ditsy Rose Rosebud - Gold Trim Rim

Sunday, August 24, 2014

Welcome to DelightfullyDutch

Welcome!

My name is Ashley and I'm glad you stopped by!
My blog is intended to share my exciting vintage finds with you in my shop, DelightfullyDutch, and to share other fun and interesting tidbits.
Hope you enjoy!

Feel free to take a look at some of my fun finds!

Here are a few to give you a taste :)

Vintage German Rolling Pin - Carved Cookie Cutter - Roller - Springerle - Germany Wood Wooden

Vintage Copper Vase - Gregorian - Home Decor Vessel Planter - Bold Modern Metal Hammered - Rustic Wedding Heart Shape - Orange Brown

Vintage Silver Diamond Cut Glass Pitcher - Carafe