07/16/2026
One of my favorite things about thrifting is putting together little collections that feel like they were always meant to be together.
This coastal entertaining collection came together one treasure at a time.
A vintage Poole silver-plated shell bowl that immediately made me think of summer gatherings.
Pottery Barn shell cocktail napkins that add just the right coastal touch.
Marble-handled cheese utensils that are both beautiful and practical for entertaining.
🌊 A set of Jamie Oliver ceramic cheese markers, because every cheese board deserves a little personality.
And of course…Jadeite is the piece that ties everything together.
The best part is that you don’t need to find these exact pieces. If you collect Pyrex, milk glass, uranium glass, ironstone, or another favorite vintage pattern, the same idea works beautifully. Start with one special vintage piece, add a few practical entertaining accessories, and you’ve created a collection that’s both useful and beautiful.
Sometimes the most memorable “gift baskets” aren’t baskets at all - they’re simply thoughtfully gathered treasures.