thrifted pewter goodies on a garden table design

Thrifting is a great treasure hunt if you enjoy the thrill of the hunt. I love to hunt for thrifted goodies for home goods, and pewter is one of those things that always catches my eye while thrift shopping. The thrifted pewter pieces are the star of the show in this garden table design. I love how all the pieces came together in this garden table styling.

Today I am joining my blogging friend Rachel @ The Antique Journey on her Thrifted Goodies series. If you do not know Rachel yet, you need to hop over and introduce yourself. Rachel has a ton of thrifty goodness, and today she is sharing her Thrifted Goodies Volume 4. Check it out!

Pewter is an alloy metal used in many domestic utensils

Pewter dates back to the 14th century. This alloy metal is mixed with tin primarily. I am attracted to it’s dull finish, which always looks time worn. Pewter to me, looks like it has many stories to tell.

On this table there’s a mixture of pieces, which I have acquired through many thrifting excursions. I love pewter new and old, but the new pewter pieces I like always seem to cost a small fortune. This is why finding cool pieces while thrifting always excites me, although I am selective of the pieces I choose.

Details on the thrifted pewter table goods

I recently found the large plate in the center along with the adorable salt and pepper shakers in a major thrift haul, which I shared on this post {vintage thrifting – tips & tricks}.

The fact that the saying is in Spanish sealed the deal for me, since I wasn’t going to purchase the plate at first. The plate reads “Health, Love and Money plus the Time to Enjoy Them”. Yes, agreed!

The S&P shakers are simply adorable. I bought them really just as a styling tool, since I will never use them for their practical use. The little handles are everything!

The accent plates I found at a different thrift store months ago. I had shared them once before here, in this table scape {forced spring bulbs tablescape}. I only found four, but I already spied more on eBay so I know the maker is out there. While thrifting, I will keep my eye out and hopefully stumble across more.

The candlesticks I have had for years. I thrifted them when I was still consigning, and they were in my left over inventory when I decided to quit. Instead of being donated or sold on line, the candlesticks had to stay with me. I couldn’t let go of the pewter. Lol. It just speaks to me. I guess it’s the medieval wench in me. 🤩

The one who stole my heart though, is that little lidded bowl with it’s pretty feet, and lovely handles, plus the embellished flourish relief. It’s so darn cute and you will be seeing it in many different stylings.

Details on the other garden table goods

Willow chargers from a Pier1 brick & mortar store start the plate stack. Wonki Ware white dinner plates and assorted gray accent plates follow on the stack. You can read more about this South African ceramic ware which is amazing here {my latest dish obsession}.

The monogramed linen napkins from Williams-Sonoma I have had for years. I asked for these for Christmas as a newlywed. I still have the set of 12, which I use all the time over a quarter century later, and I highly recommend them as a basic table setting staple for all households. A fringed velvet gray ribbon tied around the napkins ties in nicely with the table cloth.

French champagne flutes and green rimmed water glasses keep the vibes casual. I used vintage silver-plate flatware to compliment the rustic vibes from all the thrifted pewter pieces.

Details on thrift shopping

I hope you enjoyed this tables cape as much as I enjoyed putting it together. It’s always fun to use all the thrifted goodies we find along the way. Here are some things on my list, which I look for at thrift stores.

1. Silver plate
2. Urns
3. Transfer ware
4. Ironstone
5. Petwer
6. Porcelain china
7. Vintage glassware
8. Cast Iron

Thrifting Tip:

Take pictures of current collections you have at home. The picture reminds you of the pieces you have. This helps make the decision if a piece(s) are a good fit to what you already own.

Other thrifted goodies posts

Please visit Rachel @ The Antique Journey if you haven’t already. She has another amazing {Thrifted Goodies – Volume 4} post waiting for you. You do not want to miss it!

“I was brought up in an era when thrift was still considered a virtue.”

J. Paul Getty

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