Wednesday, January 16

I Am Collecting A Collection: Teapots

When I was young and living with my parents, my mom's favorite description of me was "pack rat".  I have always been a keeper, a saver, a collector.  This (obviously) has its pros and cons, but I feel like, as an adult, I'm getting a better at reining it in.  Sure I have collections (and collections) around my house, but finding places to neatly share and display these groups of wonderful things is key.  I noticed recently that I have accidentally started a collection of pretty teapots, so I'm going to roll with it.  Here is the beginning of my collection:
The swan teapot is from ModCloth, the kitty teapot was my great grandmother's, and the yellow teapot was a hand-me-down. 

I'm pretty excited to see where this collection (slowly) goes.  I just need to fight the urge to go out and buy every cute teapot I see.


46 comments:

  1. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    I have an obsession with lamps, chairs and pitchers. I really like the swan teapot.

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  2. ralizabethJanuary 16, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    My mom collects tea pots! I was always obsessed with her collection. I should photograph them one day and send you a link!! Love the beginning stages of your new collection! ;)

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  3. KatieJanuary 16, 2013 at 9:48 AM

    These are adorable. I am not a collector of any certain thing but I sure know what you mean about being a "pack rat." because that is totally me. Can't wait to see what other tea pots you will find.

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  4. Hanna Grace FrankJanuary 16, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    I have an unintentional collection of teapots too. I can't wait to have my own place and a darling china cabinet to display them all! My advice to you is avoid Home Goods! I could go crazy in there with all their cute teapots and tea cups.

    Have a great day! :D
    http://shedabblesin.blogspot.com/

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  5. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    I found the cutest camel teapot at the thrift store a few months back. I thought about getting it, but I didn't, and then I found out about a cousin who collects teapots. I happened to go back a week later and it was still there! I ended up shipping it off to said cousin.

    Did a quick Google search for it:
    http://www.target.com/p/30-oz-camel-teapot-white/-/A-10491318


    Rewynd
    make(@)rewynd.net
    http://make.rewynd.net

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  6. Et tu, tutu?January 16, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    I love the kitty cat teapot. :)

    -Lindsey

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  7. amandaJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    My grandma was a teapot collector and I inherited her collection when she passed. I now collect tea cups also, and even got a "tea party" tattoo. Your teapots are lovely! :)

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  8. Alice, Pretty ConfusedJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    That kitty tea pot is absolutely adorable. I've been collecting tea sets for a couple of years and it is so satisfying, although I am pretty fussy about who I will allow to use them xo

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  9. XxxxxJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    really cute teapots! i understand why you collect them..^^

    http://individualemotion.blogspot.de/

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  10. Karin - The F GirlJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    I love the mustard coloured one. Beautiful!

    Teapots are great items to collect. You can enjoy them everyday again. What's more comforting than a hot cup of tea?

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  11. LolaDeeJanuary 16, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    I'm a teapot fan for sure but I REALLY love the big yellow one. Very nice :)

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  12. jodi inkenbrandtJanuary 16, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    I love collections. I don't have many, but I'm slowly adding to the ones I do have. Those teapots are adorable. :)

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    I'm a teapot collector too - that swan teapot is gorgeous!

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  14. MarieJanuary 16, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    Oh my goodness that kitty tea pot! Fantastic.

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  15. Clare LanusseJanuary 16, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    well now I will have to keep you in mind if I see any fantastic teapots!

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  16. taraJanuary 16, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    What a fun collection! I love the swan one. I am definitely a pack rat too. And so was my mom, and her mom....I'm in trouble :)

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  17. HilJanuary 16, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    I've always been a pack rat too! At 26, I'm learning to do the same! Lovely teapots!!!

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  18. Little Tree VintageJanuary 16, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    these are awesome! love the swan one

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  19. Hannah.January 16, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    Adorable, I love the swan teacup.
    When I have my own house/space I've always wanted to start a collection of teacups.

    Hannah
    x

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  20. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    Oh my goodness I am such a pack rat/ boarder line hoarder it seems. I am still in college living in a dorm room though. Perhaps I am just overwhelmed because of how little space I have. I am working so hard to pare down to just the things that have actual meaning. I definitely have a collection of tea pots coming on too! I am a ceramicist and tea pots are my favorite things to make!
    Love your blog,
    Leah
    e-plus-l.blogspot.com

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  21. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 1:16 PM

    Awesome teapot collection! I'm also a pack-rat collector, my Mum used to call me Sam Pig from a book about a pig (called Sam) who collected everything in his trousers (pants) pockets!

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  22. Just meJanuary 16, 2013 at 1:37 PM

    Nice teapot collection! I "accidentally" started collecting cookie jars...one day I kind was looking around my place and noticed I had 3 of them :)

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  23. StellaJanuary 16, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    I actually need a teapot! love the yellow one! ...you know, you could go out and buy all the cute ones and then sell them on etsy!

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  24. Jade SheldonJanuary 16, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    My mom collects teapots too: she has been collecting for the last 13 years or so. She literally had to ask people to stop gifting her teapots because she had no space for them, haha! I'm a bit of a collector too with books and "kissing" salt and pepper shakers.

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  25. CarinaJanuary 16, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    I love the cat, its so cute!

    Carina http://carstina.blogspot.co.nz/

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  26. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 4:49 PM

    The swan teapot is my favorite! I hope you find a good place for your collection!

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  27. PriscillaJanuary 16, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    Teapots sound like a fun thing to collect because there are probably a lot of unique possibilities out there.

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  28. JudyJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    I am in love with that swan teapot.

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  29. Hannah (Floating Balloons)January 16, 2013 at 6:10 PM

    Ah these are great! What a wonderful thing to collect!

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  30. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 6:45 PM

    That swan teapot it BEAUTIFUL. (It looks like everyone agrees on that one!) I've found myself fawning over figurines at all my favorite antique stores - at least teapots can be put to good use!

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  31. CourtneyJanuary 16, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    What a darling collection you have going! It's so important to have something to collect.

    xoxo
    www.prettylittlefawn.blogspot.com

    PS: Stop by my blog if you like thrifting, vintage dresses, flower crowns, Moonrise Kingdom, DIYs, and adventures! I just did a post on my latest nautical sailor dress!

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  32. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 8:37 PM

    The swan teapot is so cute. I love the first picture of it. The little piece of fabric is so cute underneath it.

    -Jess
    http://www.JessicasWonderland.com

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  33. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    Nothing wrong with collections! They make a verson unique because everyone collects something different!

    Sar

    www.etsy.com/shop/owleyevintage

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  34. KelleJanuary 17, 2013 at 1:02 AM

    i've collected hundreds of postcards over the years. my dad used to travel for work and would send me one from each place he visited. add in a few retired and traveling grandparents and you get postcards from all around the world. now, i keep them under some glass on the top of my desk and look at all of them when i need inspiration. :)

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  35. SohiniJanuary 17, 2013 at 3:28 AM

    Such cute teapots. The swan one is definitely my favourite. I also tend to collect things (sometimes unnecessarily but oh well). Teapots are quite unique things to collect.

    xx Sohini
    TV, Turmeric, Tea.

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  36. Sailor JulyJanuary 17, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    I don't drink tea very often, though it's something I want to get into. However, after receiving the most beautiful Japanese clay tea set from Jen as a birthday gift years ago, I've wanted to start collecting teapots and sets. They are just so charming and there are SO many unique teapots. <3 I love your collection!

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  37. MelanieJanuary 17, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    How pretty!! Teapots are a beautiful thing to collect! I guess I shouldn't tell you that Crate & Barrel are doing an anniversary teapot a month! Here's the link if your interested!

    http://www.crateandbarrel.com/special-features/50th-anniversary-teapots/1

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  38. Miss MapleJanuary 17, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    I especially love your kitty teapot. I got a really nice teapot from my children for Christmas. It's from Miss Etoile. Make sure to visit the website. Maybe you even want to see my post about teapots:
    http://mapletrueheart.blogspot.de/2012/09/teapot-collection.html

    Have a happy and warm weekend!

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  39. UnknownJanuary 17, 2013 at 7:26 PM

    I collect teapots, also!

    Amanda Rose
    http://sewmuchtosay.blogspot.com

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  40. mariaamelitaJanuary 17, 2013 at 8:58 PM

    These teapots are so cute! :) I´m also a keeper but I´m not really organized at it!

    http://marilovescupcakes.blogspot.com.ar

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  41. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2013 at 3:06 PM

    I have 30-35 teapots I am looking to sell , I have been collecting for about 8 yrs. I have kind of moved on too Fenton glass and am wanting to sell my teapots. Anyone interested in purchasing them for a fair price e-mail me I am looking to get about 350.00 for all of them. I have a Thomas Kincaid teapot with two cups with it. Any interested buyers? whiteandwicked@yahoo.com

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  42. Zach's Mom (Aiza Deniña)January 23, 2013 at 12:58 AM

    The swan teapot is so cute! I have an obsession with silver, gold and rare coins. I am selling gold coins if needed.

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  43. Célèste FohlJanuary 24, 2013 at 4:09 PM

    I love that swan one. I need it now. I've been collecting teapots since high school. Mine are mostly thrifted so they come along slowly. My collection here: http://fashionisevolution.blogspot.com/2013/01/my-home-tour-dining-room.html

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  44. AnonymousMarch 25, 2013 at 12:38 PM

    I sooo want to find a kitty teapot, so cute!

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  45. LuLinApril 9, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    That cat teapot is so cute but I can imagine the swan teapot being a really great one for an elegant afternoon tea party with friends!

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  46. UnknownMay 18, 2014 at 10:25 AM

    Hi are you still collecting? My dad has loads of novelty ones to sell. Sam :)

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