Tarnished beauty...using old silverware

If you frequent antique or secondhand shops with any regularity you are sure to see plenty of pieces of silverware. From trophies to platters to plates and cups, there is usually small piles of it at any store. What can you do with it? Plenty! The wonderful thing is that silverware (whether tarnished or clean) can be incorporated into any home to create a beautiful display.



Floral arrangement by Bella Flora of Dallas. Via Style Me Pretty.

The obvious choice for old trophies is as a vase. These arrangements are beautiful and the hint of metallic is the perfect addition. A tarnished trophy is beautiful for a classic country style, but a highly polished piece would work equally well as a quirky touch in a modern home.

Of course, brightly polished silverware can still make a beautiful arrangement for a bookshelf or sideboard. I would mix it in with some contemporary white pieces and books for a beautiful bookshelf vignette.

Traditional Home

Old silver frames will still look beautiful arranged as a group together. Old family photos are always lovely but I think some black and white silhouettes would give this look a fun, modern touch.

Designed by Debbie Dusenberry from Curious Sofa.

I love the concept of hanging platters on the wall. Maybe I need to expand my collection!

Photo by Blayne Beacham.

Real Simple

Or why not create a quirky centerpiece using succulents and silverware? I do love the soft sage greens of succulents when mixed with the softly tarnished tones of silver!

Country Living

Do you have any old silverware that needs to be  pulled out of the cupboard? One of my favourite pieces for arranging coffee table vignettes is anold tarnished silver platter.