My antique set my dad got at an auction, however, I've seen some fairly largish sets at my local catholic thrift store. When they have them, they price them relatively reasonably, like in the $50-$100 range.

I think if you go shopping in antique stores, the price will be more, but if you are buying a whole set, rather than individual pieces, it still could be affordable.

I will admit, to having spent quite a bit of money trying to "complete" my set of dishes. I was so lucky as to find a mixing bowl and china pie server even. E-bay was my friend.

I'd say, go with an open mind, and perhaps, keep a few small pieces of fabric in "your" colors, to use as a placemat, and check out how it looks.