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Sep 27, 2015

Dutch Days: Suze Loves Delft Blue & Giveaway


Delft Blue will always remain special for me. My great grandfather was a Delft Blue painter. He made the most beautiful artwork with amazing tiny details. It never stopped to amaze me. We had a painting made on tiles in our house when I was a little girl and it was the most beautiful thing I'd ever seen. He made birth plates for his children and he also made mini paintings from windmills in the traditional Dutch colors. He wasn't very successful, so his art didn't make him rich, but he was definitely talented. The closest to fame he ever got was when his second cousin had a love affair with Vincent van Gogh ;). His art is in my heart and I hope that is where I'll be able to keep it alive for a little while longer.


Because I love the color combinations I've put together some things that look really Dutch. I will also feature a great Delft Blue artist later today. 

Enter this giveaway for a chance to win a 'Delft Blue' Blond Amsterdam breakfast set with matching napkins and Amsterdam cookies and syrup waffles. Good luck!

I will contact the winner via e-mail. If I don't get a reply within 60 hours the prize will go to someone else. All of my giveaways are international, you can find the official rules here.
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148 comments:

  1. Jenny ScheldbergSeptember 27, 2015 at 7:40 PM

    These patterns remind me a lot of my grandma.

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  2. JudySeptember 27, 2015 at 7:48 PM

    I love the colors and patterns. My grandmother had the whole collection of The Blue Willow pattern, which this reminds me of, that she got out of washing powder boxes (I think)~~

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  3. Becky Z.September 27, 2015 at 7:52 PM

    I love the patterns!

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  4. KATE SARSFIELDSeptember 27, 2015 at 7:54 PM

    Blue & white, be it delpht or willow pattern is such an iconic design going back centuries and yet still fitting into our modern lives. I've got a collection that I've picked up over the years at car boot sales & eBay and I love it!

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  5. hira abdullahSeptember 27, 2015 at 7:55 PM

    they'd make my show case beautiful with the ones which are kept like since forever

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  6. Irina G.September 27, 2015 at 8:06 PM

    Love the colors!
    The patterns remind me of my childhood...

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  7. vaSeptember 27, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    i like the sense of culture it gives as a souvenir from holland . i love the blue and white combo .

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  8. Colette PiquetSeptember 27, 2015 at 8:22 PM

    I love their unique designs and attention to detail! :)

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  9. BirgitSeptember 27, 2015 at 8:33 PM

    I admire the quality, the craftsmanship, and the lovely color-combination of blue & white.

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  10. SayomaySeptember 27, 2015 at 8:45 PM

    The china looks like my grandparents fancy dinner ware but with cute items instead of boring lady in dresses! :D
    Mary G Loki

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  11. Judy ThomasSeptember 27, 2015 at 9:30 PM

    I love it! It is so pretty and antique looking :)

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  12. Stephanie LaPlanteSeptember 27, 2015 at 9:34 PM

    I love color, charm and vintage feel. Simply beautiful.

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  13. Mary SomervilleSeptember 27, 2015 at 9:34 PM

    It is just lovely! it has so much history, and brings back many memories. I love that these items have a more modern take, while still holding tradition.

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  14. Carla ShiverSeptember 27, 2015 at 9:35 PM

    I love the way they use windmills- windmills are hard to find. I love the pairing of white and blue on ceramics.

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  15. arianne mae capacieteSeptember 27, 2015 at 9:44 PM

    i love the colors!

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  16. Ellen Mae BarrientosSeptember 27, 2015 at 10:26 PM

    its vintage looking and very much nice looking.😊

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  17. beachgirl0323September 27, 2015 at 10:30 PM

    I love the blue color and the vintage look.

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  18. Angela GuilhermeSeptember 27, 2015 at 10:37 PM

    Everything! The colours, the designs, they're just beautiful!

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  19. Leto of the Crows - Carina PortugalSeptember 27, 2015 at 10:43 PM

    I love the details.

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  20. Tandi Cortez-RiosSeptember 27, 2015 at 10:43 PM

    I love the designs and the colors!

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  21. DenisaSeptember 27, 2015 at 11:22 PM

    I love the colors and the details.

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  22. Margaret44September 27, 2015 at 11:46 PM

    It's timeless!

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  23. AmberSeptember 27, 2015 at 11:50 PM

    I love the colours. The art is lovely. It looks so simple at first glance, but the detail is wonderful!

    - amber y

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  24. mikiSeptember 28, 2015 at 12:05 AM

    i love teh quality and teh details and now that you told us about its history i appreciate it even more. this prize is to be treasured

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  25. KrystenSeptember 28, 2015 at 12:25 AM

    I love the delicate colors. So pretty!

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  26. Amber TerrySeptember 28, 2015 at 1:04 AM

    I love the color blue and the designs are so sweet!

    Thanks for the chance to win :)

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  27. Catarina PauloSeptember 28, 2015 at 1:06 AM

    Love pieces in blue color! :)

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  28. bn100September 28, 2015 at 2:46 AM

    the colors

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  29. Carol DoscherSeptember 28, 2015 at 2:58 AM

    I love the delft designs. When I was in Amsterdam I picked up a couple pieces of delft plates.

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  30. Katherin C.September 28, 2015 at 3:20 AM

    The color blue!

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  31. JewelSeptember 28, 2015 at 5:15 AM

    I just love the color.

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  32. JewelSeptember 28, 2015 at 5:18 AM

    I just love the color.

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  33. Jess MaryySeptember 28, 2015 at 7:23 AM

    I think the patterns are really pretty!!!

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  34. Moonshine BsSeptember 28, 2015 at 8:32 AM

    Amazing details!

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  35. Marta G. (A Bilingual Baby)September 28, 2015 at 8:46 AM

    This reminds me of some Dutch products we had at home, they were so beautiful that we didn't want to actually use them!

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  36. kj19September 28, 2015 at 8:59 AM

    the blue pattern reminds me of my nan, she liked blue and white

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  37. Mai T.September 28, 2015 at 9:19 AM

    Delft Blue is unique, exceptional, and matchless.

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  38. Jennifer HadenSeptember 28, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    The beautiful patterns and colours x

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  39. dorofte alexandraSeptember 28, 2015 at 10:50 AM

    I love the colors and patterns.

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  40. Marta RochaSeptember 28, 2015 at 11:39 AM

    I love the details and the beautiful patterns!

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  41. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2015 at 1:07 PM

    I love the details

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  42. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2015 at 1:07 PM

    I love the details

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  43. Mary PrestonSeptember 28, 2015 at 1:20 PM

    I love the tradition of Delft Blue. Gorgeous products.

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  44. bridgegalSeptember 28, 2015 at 1:30 PM

    its just so classic, it never ages

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  45. dorcontestSeptember 28, 2015 at 2:00 PM

    I love the colour and the design. What an adorable set. I really enjoyed the story of your grandfather. Sweet.
    Doreen lamoureux on the entry form

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  46. SaetanaSeptember 28, 2015 at 2:12 PM

    I love the colours and it reminds me of our trips to The Netherlands back in the 1990s. Rafflecopter entries are in my real name NIKKI HAYES, thanks for another lovely giveaway :o)

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  47. まいだSeptember 28, 2015 at 2:18 PM

    I love blue :)

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  48. Inês MatosSeptember 28, 2015 at 3:00 PM

    The design

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  49. Lisa MSeptember 28, 2015 at 3:01 PM

    I just think it's lovely ... reminds me of my oma and opa!

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  50. AlisonBraidwoodSeptember 28, 2015 at 4:34 PM

    Delft Blue could be considered a neutral, as far as I'm concerned. It blends into any decor or outfit.

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  51. SarahSeptember 28, 2015 at 4:51 PM

    My mother used to collect it, so it has real sentimental value for me.

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  52. Nathan LapointeSeptember 28, 2015 at 5:20 PM

    I love the colour blue!

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  53. NasyaRobSeptember 28, 2015 at 5:36 PM

    I love the patterns!

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  54. Lynda DelSeptember 28, 2015 at 5:52 PM

    Love the pattern and colors

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  55. Oksana V.September 28, 2015 at 9:03 PM

    Amazingly stylish Dutch design :)

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  56. JulesSeptember 28, 2015 at 10:13 PM

    I love Delft Blue things, because my grandma used to collect Delft items- so it reminds me of her!

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  57. Giovy SessaSeptember 28, 2015 at 11:52 PM

    I love the colors and pattern :)

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  58. Оксана ЗолотухинаSeptember 29, 2015 at 1:18 AM

    It's incredible! Love the colors and designs!

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  59. Francine FarmerSeptember 29, 2015 at 2:33 AM

    The colors, the scenes - the set is lovely and I would treasure it <3

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  60. joan rafunzel medinaSeptember 29, 2015 at 3:48 AM

    i love the colors and the styles.

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  61. Jan LeeSeptember 29, 2015 at 8:27 AM

    I like that it reminds me of my grandmother's house when I was growing up. She always had a patterned vase, dishes, planters, and other various items that were in this type of pattern. It wasn't called Delft Blue, but there was a specific name for the pattern :)

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  62. Jeanna MassmanSeptember 29, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    I have always been fond of Delft Blue patterned tiles and pottery! It takes me back to a simpler time, when artists hand painted the most amazing scenes on dinnerware that was beautiful yet utilitarian.

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  63. Jeanna MassmanSeptember 29, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    I like the bold color combinations and intricate designs of Pip Studio!

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  64. Avary LockeSeptember 29, 2015 at 2:12 PM

    I love the choice of art style.

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  65. clennaSeptember 29, 2015 at 3:53 PM

    I love the simplistic blue designs. Delft designs speak Dutch and I love that.

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  66. jane ritzSeptember 29, 2015 at 4:07 PM

    I have a blue kitchen. These would look beautiful in it. Thanks fr the chance.

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  67. BubeSeptember 29, 2015 at 5:53 PM

    The colors,patterns,wonderful!

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  68. Margaret GallagherSeptember 29, 2015 at 7:41 PM

    Love the blue Delph brings back happy memories

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  69. Elizarova YuliyaSeptember 29, 2015 at 7:46 PM

    Like it cause it kind of looks like russian Gjel :)

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  70. Adriana Holanda TavaresSeptember 29, 2015 at 7:54 PM

    DElft Blue is so amazing!!!

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  71. LeaSeptember 29, 2015 at 10:25 PM

    I like the beautiful artwork, attention to detail and charm of this brand.

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  72. Tiddles12September 29, 2015 at 11:41 PM

    beautiful pattern and colour

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  73. Helen MSeptember 30, 2015 at 1:00 PM

    I love the colour and designs, blue & white are so fresh together. My uncle, who had Cerebral Palsy, used to paint on tiles and ceramics, so it always reminds me of him.

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  74. Natalie B.October 1, 2015 at 3:46 AM

    I love that the items look so traditionally Dutch. So fun & cute too. Thanks!!

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  75. Melissa StormsOctober 1, 2015 at 2:32 PM

    I love vintage items and I think that delft blue items have that nostalgic look.

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  76. Kat KingsburyOctober 1, 2015 at 7:29 PM

    I inherited my Gran's musical Delft windmill when she passed, it always makes me smile when I walk by it. It plays Tulips From Amsterdam when you wind it up :-) .

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  77. Tanya PhillipsOctober 1, 2015 at 9:19 PM

    My nana has a lot of blue and white and these she would love to see.

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  78. barbara stenbyOctober 2, 2015 at 3:00 AM

    I like the European look to it

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  79. Leisl GeringOctober 2, 2015 at 4:01 AM

    I love the blue and white color scheme.

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  80. Judith CauthanOctober 2, 2015 at 6:35 AM

    My grandmother had some Delft Blue china that I loved to look at as a little girl. She would bring it out for special occasions, and it was just so pretty to me. So it has some serious sentimental value. :)

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  81. Ruth HarwoodOctober 2, 2015 at 10:43 AM

    I do love the patterns and skill xx

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  82. Melissa MorrOctober 2, 2015 at 1:03 PM

    Love the pattern

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  83. Melissa MorrOctober 2, 2015 at 1:04 PM

    Love the pattern

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  84. ginette4October 2, 2015 at 2:52 PM

    I love Dutch stoneware..the colours and the images are so beautiful

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  85. Divya AshaOctober 2, 2015 at 7:38 PM

    I love the color and pattern of Deft blue. It is so attractive :)

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  86. Betty DeveauOctober 2, 2015 at 10:17 PM

    Beautiful and I would love to win this set . My favorite color and I remember my Grandmother having dishes like these. <3

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  87. JayneOctober 2, 2015 at 11:07 PM

    Firstly I'm sorry I just made a mistake in the rafflecopter, where it says follow me anywhere, I should have put this https://www.etsy.com/uk/people/jaynetownson?ref=hdr_user_menu sorry about that, the rafflecopter won't let me edit.

    To answer the question about the prize, I love the colours and design, it's really beautiful.

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  88. Mary EvelynOctober 3, 2015 at 8:55 AM

    I love antiques & antique shopping. My mother & grandmother collected delft blue pieces for as long as I can remember. My granny has since passed away but her wonderful pieces remain. We celebrate special occasions with the delft blue dishes and I'm always reminded of Granny.

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  89. reka85October 3, 2015 at 11:17 AM

    Lovely giveaway!

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  90. Rosemarie WilcockOctober 3, 2015 at 2:47 PM

    I really love the patterns & they look antique which I collect

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  91. İpek KkOctober 3, 2015 at 11:37 PM

    I love this shade of blue!

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  92. spooky natOctober 4, 2015 at 12:04 AM

    It's my fave colour

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  93. Richard BrandtOctober 4, 2015 at 2:05 AM

    I like the blue and white ceramic look.

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  94. Kimberly VOctober 4, 2015 at 1:24 PM

    I love the colors and the smiling faces on this set.

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  95. Kimberly VOctober 4, 2015 at 1:24 PM

    I love the colors and the smiling faces on this set.

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  96. evitaOctober 4, 2015 at 2:49 PM

    Lovely giveaway :) :) :) <3

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  97. StacyOctober 4, 2015 at 3:35 PM

    This shade of blue is my kitchen accent color.

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  98. Kim HilbertOctober 4, 2015 at 4:26 PM

    I like the fancy delft blue dishes so I liked these right off. I like these better because they are more whimsical.

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  99. Carla NevesOctober 4, 2015 at 9:10 PM

    I love the colours

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  100. Robyn DonnellyOctober 4, 2015 at 9:22 PM

    I love the dishes and the colors and designs.

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  101. KateSOctober 5, 2015 at 4:08 AM

    Oh my God, these are BEYOND adorable! I never knew I wanted a dutch breakfast set until I saw this!

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  102. Sílvia CaseiroOctober 5, 2015 at 1:43 PM

    I love the patterns! :)

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  103. Kelly MOctober 5, 2015 at 2:39 PM

    I find the color and style so comforting!

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  104. CindyWindy2003October 5, 2015 at 6:47 PM

    I like the blue is such a pretty color, I love how much they use it in their line of products.

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  105. Megan ROctober 5, 2015 at 7:46 PM

    I love the combination of blue and white!

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  106. SoozleOctober 6, 2015 at 4:17 PM

    I just love the colors and designs on the dishes!

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  107. Sarah BaumanOctober 7, 2015 at 1:56 AM

    I love the patterns.

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  108. Pat BOctober 7, 2015 at 2:27 AM

    Love that it is so classic and timeless.

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  109. karaminoOctober 7, 2015 at 3:24 PM

    İ love it, co cute!

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  110. Her MediaOctober 8, 2015 at 5:42 AM

    I love that it reminds me of family time - my grandmother had some beautiful serving dishes and it reminds me of her ...

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  111. andieOctober 8, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    abrennan09@hotmail.com
    The pattern looks so traditional and classic. Nice gift for my mother or in-laws.

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  112. RebeccaOctober 8, 2015 at 10:43 PM

    it's just gorgeous! Love the windmills!

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  113. Clare BluettOctober 9, 2015 at 2:51 AM

    The white and blue I find very pleasing and that is it obviously hand painted.

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  114. BlackAsphodelOctober 9, 2015 at 3:20 AM

    I like that the set is blue and has a happy feel to it.

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  115. AnonymousOctober 9, 2015 at 7:02 AM

    I like the blue pattern and that it is hand painted

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  116. Rhonda GothierOctober 9, 2015 at 2:00 PM

    It's pretty

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  117. BebeOctober 10, 2015 at 2:32 AM

    The Delft blue and white is always in style!
    bebespeachesanddreams (at) gmail (dot) com

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  118. Dale SteeleOctober 10, 2015 at 2:02 PM

    I love the colors and the patterns.Most of my dishes are blue and white.

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  119. Jiujiuk7October 10, 2015 at 3:05 PM

    I love the colors and the patterns!! Thank you very much! <3 <3

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  120. Kimberly TiuOctober 10, 2015 at 3:36 PM

    love the design

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  121. Linda TOctober 10, 2015 at 5:25 PM

    I absolutely love the pattern, design and color.

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  122. Christine CapleOctober 10, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    I like the gorgeous pictures

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  123. Edmond LeungOctober 11, 2015 at 1:48 AM

    OMG, luv the patterns. Thank you for the awesomeness, the contest, and generosity. :)

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  124. Arra OdezaOctober 11, 2015 at 12:18 PM

    i love the print and color :) would love to win for my mom i'm sure she'll love those

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  125. AnonymousOctober 11, 2015 at 3:53 PM

    That feeling you're at home..happy memories and smiles.

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  126. KarenOctober 11, 2015 at 6:03 PM

    I have been collecting this for years... love the beautiful design and blue color. Thank you for the nice giveaway.

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  127. AnonymousOctober 11, 2015 at 11:42 PM

    lovely creative designs

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  128. AnonymousOctober 11, 2015 at 11:55 PM

    The exclusive, hand-painted Delft earthenware are with worldwide reputation, I love their colours. Thank you. solvi19@hotmail.com

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  129. jennifer57October 12, 2015 at 4:38 AM

    love the look

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  130. JillynOctober 12, 2015 at 8:03 AM

    My grandmother used to have a set like this- I'm in love.

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  131. antheahollowayOctober 12, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    I love it because it is so traditional!

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  132. AnonymousOctober 12, 2015 at 4:03 PM

    I like their design, and their history. lordins22@inbox.lv

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  133. Sarah GibsonOctober 13, 2015 at 7:30 AM

    I love that it reminds me of my Grandparents house when I was little . Great giveaway.

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  134. ReniOctober 13, 2015 at 1:09 PM

    This breakfast set is super pretty ♥

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  135. LesleyfromWIOctober 13, 2015 at 5:02 PM

    I love the pattern!

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  136. Emma PriceOctober 13, 2015 at 6:49 PM

    Classic fun patterns :-)

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  137. sheridarbyOctober 13, 2015 at 8:05 PM

    I love the patterns

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  138. Janine AtkinOctober 13, 2015 at 8:48 PM

    its really pretty

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  139. AnonymousOctober 13, 2015 at 9:56 PM

    It looks so chearfool

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  140. Maryann D.October 14, 2015 at 1:17 AM

    Delft Blue is wonderful. I love the color of course and the patterns.
    twinkle at optonline dot net

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  141. Redlizzy1October 14, 2015 at 1:54 AM

    Love the colours and the patterns of Delft Blue. A classic!

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  142. RhiannonOctober 14, 2015 at 6:59 AM

    I love the design.

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  143. ShannonOctober 14, 2015 at 7:06 AM

    I love the design and that shade of blue.

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  144. slehanOctober 14, 2015 at 7:39 AM

    It reminds me of the time I traveled to Holland and saw lots of it.
    Thanks for the contest.

    slehan at juno dot com

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  145. RosieOctober 14, 2015 at 1:24 PM

    It reminds me of my gran, she used to have a set in similar colours!

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  146. billano kawaiiOctober 14, 2015 at 2:06 PM

    the patterns are awesome :)

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  147. fjk42October 14, 2015 at 9:10 PM

    I love the classic blue and white designs. I used to have a lovely set of blue and white plates, but over the years they have got broken or misplaced when we moved house. I've never had anything as contemporary looking as these ones. Nice to see the designers are continuing to evolve new patterns

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  148. tracy sinclairOctober 14, 2015 at 9:14 PM

    I love the pattern and colour of them x

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