Themed Tablescapes

A Beach-Themed Table Setting for the 4th of July: Happy Independence Day!

June 28, 2018 by Susan 44 Comments

Welcome to the 509th Tablescape Thursday! It's officially summer and the 4th of July celebrations are almost upon us! We've been getting some heavy storms every afternoon so please excuse the "moody" background. It was only around 4:00 when I took these photos but it almost looks like it's getting dark out. Whenever I use a tall centerpiece I always get questions, so … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Independence Day Table Settings, Independence Day Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: 4th of July Table Settings, 4th of July Tablescape, David Carter Brown Salad Plates, Driftwood Charger Plates, Flag Dinner Plates, Independence Day Table, Patriotic Table Setting, Patriotic Tablescape, Star Napkins

Dining at Mama’s Fish House in Maui, Hawaii

June 21, 2018 by Susan 87 Comments

Welcome to the 508th Tablescape Thursday! When I announced I was visiting Maui, one restaurant that was recommended to me over and over again was Mama's Fish House. Even after I got to Hawaii and started asking the locals for recommendations, Mama's Fish House was always one of the first places mentioned. During the helicopter tour I took over Maui last week, our pilot, Mike, who was continually … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Travel, United States Tagged With: Hawaii, Mama's Fish House, Maui, Tablescape Thursday, Travel

Shades of Blue, Reminiscent of the Seas Surrounding Beautiful Procida, Italy

June 7, 2018 by Susan 39 Comments

Welcome to the 506th Tablescape Thursday! I had thought about putting this week's table out on the newly cleaned deck, but it was a bit too hot outside for that. It went from a cool morning where I had all the doors to the porch thrown wide open, to a toasty 86 degrees out on the porch later in the day. I love it though, will take this any day over cold weather! Once it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Aqua Table Setting, Beach Table Setting, Beach Tablescape, Beach-Themed Table, Driftwood Chargers, Sailboat Plates, Shell Candle Holder, Shell Lantern, Shell Napkin Rings, Warren Kimble Coastal Breeze

Beach Escape

April 19, 2018 by Susan 36 Comments

Welcome to the 499th Tablescape Thursday! I almost pulled out bunny plates again today. lol I still had one more table setting in mind using bunny plates, but it was such a gorgeous day and so warm out, I ended up going a completely different direction. We are headed to the beach for this week's Tablescape Thursday with a fun beach-themed table setting. Do you have a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, My Nest, Porches & Decks, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Themed Table Setting, Beach Themed Tablescape, Fish Flatware, Shark Flatware, Shell Dinnerware, Starfish Glassware, Starfish Lantern, Starfish Napkin Rings

Going to Miss the Cozy Tartan Plaids of Winter

March 1, 2018 by Susan 40 Comments

Welcome to the 492nd Tablescape Thursday! A few week's back I posted a winter woodland table for Tablescape Thursday. Shortly after posting that table, Elinda shared photos of a recent woodland table she had put together. Though spring has arrived early here in Georgia (everything is blooming up a storm now!) I had to share this delightful cozy woodland table. Recognize the deer in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cabin/Lodge, Christmas Table Settings, Fall Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Thanksgiving Table Settings, Thanksgiving Tablescapes, Winter Tablescapes Tagged With: Antler Flatware, Antler Table Centerpiece, Deer Centerpiece, Duck Table Centerpiece, Plaid Plates, Plaid Tablecloth, Tartan Plates, Woodland Deer Flatware, Woodland Table

A Cozy, Woodland, Candlelight Dinner for Cold, Winter Nights

January 25, 2018 by Susan 46 Comments

Welcome to the 487th Tablescape Thursday! During the winter months, I love surrounding myself with plaid as much as possible, be it a plaid throw at night when I'm reading, a plaid scarf to keep me warm when I run errands or colorful, plaid plates for cozy dining. This winter table has a woodland-deer theme. I kept the centerpiece simple, using two cute deer I've had for several years … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cabin/Lodge, Fall Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Winter Tablescapes Tagged With: Candlelight dinner, Deer Themed Tablescape, Winter Table Setting, Woodland Table Setting

A Playful Dinner for Two

January 18, 2018 by Susan 58 Comments

Welcome to the 486th Tablescape Thursday! I had expected to be home by now and was planning on creating a table for this week's Tablescape Thursday. With all the snow and ice moving in across the southern states yesterday, I decided to delay my return by a couple of days. Getting stuck on the interstate or a side road somewhere didn't sound too appealing! The temps are supposed to start rising today … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Before & After Metamorphosis Monday, Children's Tablescapes, Tables for Two, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Carolina Table & Chairs, Children's furniture, Children's Table & Chairs, Pottery Barn, Tablescape Thursday

Dinner in a Country Lodge

September 21, 2017 by Susan 49 Comments

Welcome to the 469th Tablescape Thursday! It's still warm here in Georgia, but some David Carter Brown plates I purchased recently have put me in the mood for a bit of fall fun. I almost placed this table setting in the dining room since it has more of an autumn feel with its red walls. But in the end I decided to stay on the porch since it was so nice out with temps in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cabin/Lodge, Fall Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: autumn table setting, Cabin Dinnerware, Country Lodge Dinnerware, David Carter Brown, Fall Tablescape, Lodge Dinnerware

Forty Shades of Green

August 17, 2017 by Susan 46 Comments

Welcome to the 465th Tablescape Thursday! I took the new tablescaping storage for a spin yesterday, and I have to say, it definitely made putting a table together for Tablescape Thursday a lot easier with everything so accessible. If you missed that previous storage post, you'll find it here: Tablescaping Storage. With an upcoming trip to Ireland just a few days away, I couldn't resist … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Ireland, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, St. Patrick's Day Holiday Home, St. Patrick's Day Table Settings, St. Patrick's Day Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Travel, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Entertaining, Ireland, Table Settings, Tablescape Thursday

The Mysterious Case of the Greasy Glass

August 9, 2017 by Susan 70 Comments

That title kinda sounds like a Nancy Drew Mystery story gone wrong, doesn't it? Ewww! Yeah, I think I'll pass on that book! lol Before we get into today's post, I am happy to announce that CabinetGate is officially a wrap. I had one door that arrived damaged and a replacement door is being shipped, but other than that and some possible shelf tweaking, the garage cabinet storage project is all finished. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY Organization and Storage, Seasonal Tablescapes, Tablescapes Holiday Tablescapes, Tablescapes Occasion, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Cloudy Glasses, Glassware Storage, Oily Glasses, Slimy Glassware, Storing Glassware

A Birthday Dinner Celebration with a Vintage Vogue Fashion Theme

August 3, 2017 by Susan 35 Comments

Welcome to the 463rd Tablescape Thursday! Recently Elena and her beautiful family gathered together to celebrate the birthday of four family members. Elena lost her dear sister, Anna earlier this year so for Elena this party was more a celebration for Anna who would have turned 63 last month. Elena wrote, "As I’m sure you know, a new tablescape can come to life based on one pretty thing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Birthday Tablescapes, Children's Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Birthday Party Ideas, Tablescape Thursday, Vintage Fashion Dinner Party, Vintage Vogue, Vogue Fashion

Limelight Hydrangeas Lend Inspiration for a Romantic Setting

July 27, 2017 by Susan 43 Comments

Welcome to the 462nd Tablescape Thursday! With all this organizing of my tablescaping goodies that I've been doing this past week, I couldn't resist taking all that organization for a spin and putting a table together for today's Tablescape Thursday. Just the little bit of organizing that I've done makes me wish I had done this a long time ago. (Read more about how I'm getting organized here: Storage … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Romantic Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Limelight Hydrangeas, Orchard, Romantic Table Setting, Summer Table Setting, Syracuse China Company, Tablescape Thursday, Vintage China

A Breakfast Brunch with Good Friends

July 6, 2017 by Susan 19 Comments

Welcome to the 459th Tablescape Thursday! In 2000, Martha tore down an old rotting screened porch and replaced it with a 4-season sunroom. Martha said, "It is my refuge! I like to set tables out there when I can and eat where we can hear the fountain and look at the flowers." Martha's sunroom is the perfect spot for entertaining. Martha said, "Recently, I had my supper club over for a brunch. My … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Breakfast Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Breakfast, Brunch, Chicken Theme Table, Entertaining, Jacques Pepin, Jacques Pepin Figural Chicken, Tablescape, Whimscial Table Setting

17 Charger Plate Ideas for Your Next Dinner Party

June 1, 2017 by Susan 75 Comments

Welcome to the 454th Tablescape Thursday! Whenever I set a table for friends or family, I often use a charger plate underneath the dinner plate. I love the way they enhance a setting, adding another pretty layer and providing a base for each place setting. They are also practical as they help catch drips that would otherwise fall on the table or tablecloth. Back in early 2008, before I ever began … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Academy Awards Tablescapes, Alice in Wonderland Tablescapes, Beachy Tablescapes, Birthday Tablescapes, Breakfast Tablescapes, Christmas Table Settings, Christmas Tablescapes, Easter Holiday Home, Easter Table Settings, Easter Tablescapes, Fall Tablescapes, Garden Party Tablescapes, Halloween Table Settings, Halloween Tablescapes, Independence Day Table Settings, Independence Day Tablescapes, Mardi Gras Table Settings, Mardi Gras Tablescapes, New Year's Table Settings, New Year's Tablescapes, Safari Tablescapes, Shower Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, St. Patrick's Day Table Settings, St. Patrick's Day Tablescapes, Tables for Two, Tablescape Thursday, Tea Parties Tablescapes, Thanksgiving Table Settings, Thanksgiving Tablescapes, Valentine's Day Table Settings, Valentine's Day Tablescapes, Wedding Tablescapes, Whimsical Tablescapes, Winter Tablescapes Tagged With: Charger Plate Ideas, Charger Plates, Chargers, Dinner Party, Entertaining, Table Settings, Tablescapes (Main), Tabletop Ideas

Surf’s Up! Beach Vacation in a Volkswagen Bug!

May 18, 2017 by Susan 37 Comments

Welcome to the 452nd Tablescape Thursday! A couple of weeks ago I made a trip into Atlanta to do a bit of shopping. While there I stopped into the Lenox Square Pottery Barn where I saw these cute, shell napkin rings. I didn't buy them that day, but the more I thought about them, the more I knew I wanted to add them to my collection of napkin rings since I love setting beachy-nautical style tables on the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Adirondack Glasses, Aqua Beach Table, Beach House, Beach Table Setting, Beach Tablescape, Coastal Breeze, House Boat, Lake House, Nautical Table Setting, Nautical Tablescape, Sailboat Flatware, Shell Chargers, Warren Kimble

A Garden Party with the Birds and the Bees

May 4, 2017 by Susan 42 Comments

Welcome to the 450th Tablescape Thursday! I was in the mood for a springtime table this week. It all started when I shared this bee flatware that's currently on sale in my last post. I hadn't used it in a table setting in a while and I missed it! We're off to a garden party for this week's Tablescape Thursday! I kept the centerpiece simple--just a vase of beautiful … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Garden Party Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Bee Flatware, Bee Skep Tureens, Birdies Wine Glasses, Cabbage Plates, Entertaining, floral centerpiece, Garden Party Tablescapes, Outdoor Dining, Porch, Tablescape Thursday

Dreaming of Spring on a Warm Winter’s Day

January 26, 2017 by Susan 65 Comments

Welcome to the 436th Tablescape Thursday! The spring-like weather we've been having and the flowers I received for my birthday from my beautiful friend, Linda, have put me in the mood for a spring table. Hard to believe just a few weeks ago my front garden looked like this! Hope this table brings some sunshine into your life on this January day. Are you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Breakfast Tablescapes, Garden Party Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Daisy Centerpiece, floral centerpiece, Metlox, Poppytrail Sculptured Daisy, Silverplate Twig Flatware, Stamped Silver Spoons, Vintage Dishes, Vintage Pottery

A Woodland Table Celebrating the Beauty of the Northwoods Forest

September 8, 2016 by Susan 32 Comments

Welcome to the 416th Tablescape Thursday! We're still having beautiful weather in the 80's each day, but the table I set for this week has more of an autumn feel. Have you been wondering what's happened to the seat cushions I normally have on the chairs around the table? I still have them, I've just been removing them for photos each week if the colors in the cushions detract from the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cabin/Lodge, Fall Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: autumn table setting, Camping Themed Table Setting, David Carter Brown, Duck Glassware, Father's Day Table Setting, Fishing Themed Table Settings, Northwoods Dishware, Northwoods Forest, Woodland Animals, Woodland Table Setting, Woodland Tablescape

We’re All Quite Mad Here! An Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter Party

September 1, 2016 by Susan 34 Comments

Welcome to the 415th Tablescape Thursday! Last October, Elena threw a fabulous Mad Hatter Dinner/Tea Party for her parents who were celebrating their 86th and 87th birthdays! The party was a big celebration and Elena ended up setting five tables, three indoor and two outdoor. Elena created the cutest "tipsy teacup towers" to use as centerpieces for each of the tables. The main dining table here in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Alice in Wonderland Tablescapes, Birthday Tablescapes, Children's Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Tea Parties Tablescapes, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Alice in Wonderland, Alice in Wonderland Decorations, Alice in Wonderland Table Setting, Dinner Party, DIY Tipsy Tea Cup Tower, Entertaining, Mad Hatter Party, Party Decorations, Tablescape Thursday, Tea Party

Sailing With Mermaids

August 25, 2016 by Susan 83 Comments

Welcome to the 414th Tablescape Thursday! Before we dive into Tablescape Thursday, I just wanted to say thank you so much for all the great information you shared in the comments on my last post. As I figure out more about what has been causing the reactions I've experienced when eating certain foods, I will do a follow-up post. The "latex" connection several folks mentioned really caught my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Coastal Breeze Salad Plates, David Carter Brown, DIY shell and sea glass chargers, Lantern Centerpiece, Mermaid Centerpiece, Sailboat Flatware

Romantic Candlelight Dinner on the Porch

July 28, 2016 by Susan 77 Comments

Welcome to the 410th Tablescape Thursday! I've been saving clear bottles for a couple of years in hopes of one day creating this table setting. I was surprised by how long it took to save the bottles, seems like every tall drink comes in a colored bottle. Recently when I was cleaning out the garage and came across the bottles, I decided it was finally time to put this little table together here on the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY Decorating, Romantic Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Candlelight Centerpiece, Candlelight dinner, DG Porches, Dinner Party, DIY Centerpiece, Entertaining, Noritake Crestwood Platinum, Porch Dining, Silver Twig Flatware, Summer Dining

Where Did You Get That Flatware?

July 21, 2016 by Susan 51 Comments

Welcome to the 409th Tablescape Thursday! I've been out of town visiting with family for the last five days and just got back late yesterday evening. Since I wasn't home to create a tablescape, I thought it might be fun to put together a post all about flatware. Flatware is to a table setting what jewelry or shoes are to an outfit. The right flatware can be the perfect finishing touch to a beautiful … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Alice in Wonderland Tablescapes, Beachy Tablescapes, Cabin/Lodge, Children's Tablescapes, Christmas Table Settings, Christmas Tablescapes, Easter Holiday Home, Easter Table Settings, Easter Tablescapes, Fall Tablescapes, Garden Party Tablescapes, Halloween Table Settings, Halloween Tablescapes, Independence Day Table Settings, Independence Day Tablescapes, Mardi Gras Tablescapes, New Year's Table Settings, New Year's Tablescapes, Romantic Tablescapes, Safari Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, St. Patrick's Day Table Settings, St. Patrick's Day Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Thanksgiving Table Settings, Thanksgiving Tablescapes, Valentine's Day Table Settings, Valentine's Day Tablescapes, Western, Whimsical Tablescapes, Winter Tablescapes

Your Fruity Coconut Drink Awaits

July 14, 2016 by Susan 40 Comments

Welcome to the 408th Tablescape Thursday! Last November I joined The Property Brothers, and a couple of my thousand closest friends, for Drew and Jonathan's first ever Sailing with the Scotts Cruise. It was a blast meeting Drew and Scott and they are just as nice in person as they are on TV. Try to ignore my completely starstruck face! lol It had been a very long time … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tables for Two, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Table Setting, Coconut Drinks, Coral Plates, Entertaining, Fishing Net Table Cloth, Nautical Table Setting, Party Drinks, Shark Flatware

Nautical Decor & Tablescape for a 3-Season Porch

June 30, 2016 by Susan 38 Comments

Welcome to the 406th Tablescape Thursday! For this week's Tablescape Thursday, we're off for a visit to Linda's beautiful 3-season porch. You may remember Linda's porch from this previous post where I shared all the details about how she and her hubby converted their outside patio area to a mosquito-free space they enjoy all year around: An Ordinary Patio Becomes a Beautiful Three-Season … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Porches, Seasonal Decor, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: 3 Season Porch, Beach Decor, Beach Porch Decor, Beach Table Setting, Nautical Decor, Nautical Porch, Nautical Tablescape

Spring Table Setting with Ma Maison and a DIY Tiered Planter Centerpiece

June 16, 2016 by Susan 61 Comments

Welcome to the 404th Tablescape Thursday. Happy springtime to you! We're out on the porch for this week's Tablescape Thursday. You've been seeing these butterfly napkin rings a lot lately. They seem to be my favorite choice for the tablescapes I've been creating this spring. I must be in a "green" mood right now. Maybe it's from all the gardening I've been doing. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Garden Party Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Dario Farrucci, Ma Maison, Plant Holder, Plant Stand, spring table setting, spring tablescape, Tabletops Unlimited, Terra Cotta Planter, Tiered Planter

Celebrate a Special Birthday With a Beach-Themed Tablescape and Handmade Chocolates

June 2, 2016 by Susan 22 Comments

Welcome to the 402nd Tablescape Thursday! Have you ever thrown a birthday gathering for a friend? Recently Toni put together a wonderful table to celebrate a friend's 70th milestone birthday. Toni's friend loves the beach and anything beach related so she kept that in mind as she decorated for the party. Toni said, "I decorated the dining room hutch and corner table with the remainder of my beach … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Birthday Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Tablescape, Beach-Themed Table, Birthday Party Table, Chocolate Anchors, Chocolate Shells, Dropcloth Tablecloth, Handmade Chocolate, Shell Decorations

Nautical Dinnerware for Summer

May 26, 2016 by Susan 18 Comments

Welcome to the 401st Tablescape Thursday! Since I knew I wouldn't be able to put together a table this week (the two tables I normally use are out of commission at the moment as seen HERE) I stopped into Pottery Barn to see what they had in for spring and summer. They had their patriotic vibe in full swing! The cherry plates and the pretty blue and white swirl plates are available here: … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday

Shell & Sea Glass Chargers for Beach Inspired Dining

May 16, 2016 by Susan 57 Comments

Welcome to the 381st Metamorphosis Monday! Wish I had a porch update to share with you, but unfortunately due to the off-and-on rainy forecast last week, the flooring company wasn't able to come out and re-varnish the porch floor. So frustrating when every day predicts rain (except on the weekends when they don't work) and half the time, it never materializes. If/when we get a clear forecast, they … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, DIY Crafts & Sewing, DIY Decor Knock-offs, DIY Tabletop, Spring & Summer Tablescapes

On Safari: An African Safari-Themed Tablescape

May 12, 2016 by Susan 54 Comments

Welcome to the 399th Tablescape Thursday! When I was on safari in Kenya last September, I stayed in romantic Giraffe Manor for one of the nights I was there. Giraffe Manor, built in 1938 in the style of a Scottish Hunting Lodge, is truly like something out of a storybook. The Rothschild Giraffe is endangered and the good folks at Giraffe Manor are doing what they can to increase the population. Did … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, Fall Tablescapes, Kenya, Safari Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes, Travel Tagged With: African Safari, Safari Table

Dinner Under The Stars With a Spirited Performance By Maasai Warriors

October 1, 2015 by Susan 59 Comments

Welcome to the 367th Tablescape Thursday! One afternoon while relaxing on the deck of my tent during my trip to Kenya... ...this invitation was hand-delivered to my door. Ummm, what have they planned for us now? Promptly at 19:00 hours, I made my way to the main tent where the Mahaliz Mzuri bar is located. Since it was now dark, I had to be escorted by one of the Maasai … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, Kenya, Romantic Tablescapes, Safari Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Travel Tagged With: Africa, Dinner in the Bush, Kenya, Maasai Celebrations, Maasai Culture, Maasai Rituals, Maasai Warriors, Safari, Travel

Dining by Candlelight in Giraffe Manor

September 24, 2015 by Susan 45 Comments

Welcome to the 366th Tablescape Thursday! Shortly after arriving at Giraffe Manor, a beautiful manor home built in 1932 in the style of a wonderful old Scottish hunting lodge... ...I walked through the downstairs rooms taking a few pictures to share with you upon my return. This is how the dining room looked during the daytime. Come evening, lit by candlelight, it takes … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, Kenya, Romantic Tablescapes, Safari Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Travel

DIY Shell and Sea Glass Chargers

September 7, 2015 by Susan 57 Comments

Welcome to the 345th Metamorphosis Monday! A few years back I made these shell chargers to use in beach-themed tablescapes. I made them after coming across six Pottery Barn chargers on eBay and seeing them sell for over $200! I've always wondered how they would look with pretty sea glass mixed in, so recently I primed and painted a bunch of old, plastic chargers I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, DIY Crafts & Sewing, DIY Tabletop, Seasonal Decor, Spring & Summer Tablescapes Tagged With: Beach House Decor, Beachy Tablescapes, DIY Chargers for Dining, Nautical Table Settings, Shell and Sea Glass Chargers

A Seafood Boil + 5 More Tablescapes

August 27, 2015 by Susan 43 Comments

Welcome to the 362nd Tablescape Thursday! When I visited Cresswind on Lake Lanier with a friend recently, each home had a pretty table setting inside. Let's check them out! Now this is the way to start the day, with a breakfast of croissants, fruit, wine and chocolate! :) Notice how they tucked the spoon under the napkin ring for the bowl of beans cereal. Interesting, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Fall Tablescapes, Mardi Gras Tablescapes, Romantic Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday

Inspired By The Deep Blue Sea

August 13, 2015 by Susan 43 Comments

Welcome to the 360th Tablescape Thursday! It was a gorgeous day out on the porch, we've been blessed with a lot of those lately! Recently, Noritake sent six salad plates my way in a fun new pattern called Indigo Beach. Before I even knew the name of the pattern, the design had me thinking of the deep blue sea. The yellow-rimmed dinner plates are also by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Table Setting, Beach Tablescape

A Beach-Themed Sea Life Table Setting

August 6, 2015 by Susan 27 Comments

Welcome to the 359th Tablescape Thursday! Summer has been flying by for me this year. Has it seemed that way for you, too? It's still plenty hot here in Georgia, perfect weather for a beach and sea life inspired table setting! Recently, Elena put this wonderful table setting together with adorable plates sporting some rather cute sea creatures. Elena chose a rustic lantern with a rope … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Table Setting, Sea Life Table Setting, Sea Life Tablescape

An “Italy-Inspired” Table Setting & A Special Story

July 30, 2015 by Susan 22 Comments

Welcome to the 358th Tablescape Thursday! Terri and Johnny just returned from Italy and that wonderful trip was the inspiration for today's tablescape. They had been planning this trip for a while but it had to be put on hold for a bit. As we enjoy Terri's beautiful table setting created for a dinner with family after their return, I'll let Terri tell you why she celebrates each and every day with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Romantic Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes

A Nautical Table Setting by Candlelight

July 23, 2015 by Susan 49 Comments

Welcome to the 357th Tablescape Thursday! Soooo, remember yesterday how I mentioned plans to create a table setting on the little bistro table that lives here on the deck. HA! Mother Nature had other plans. A huge storm came and raged on for quite a while. It ended about half an hour before it became totally dark out. When the storm finally ended, I rushed downstairs and quickly put … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Blue & White Design & Decor, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tables for Two, Tablescape Thursday

4th of July Nautical Table Setting

July 9, 2015 by Susan 48 Comments

Welcome to the 355th Tablescape Thursday! So, remember that table setting I didn't get to post last week because a big storm came along and put an end to any thoughts of taking pictures for the day? It's a week late, but better late than never, right? I ended up setting this table with two different centerpieces. The first centerpiece was a flag and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Independence Day Holiday Home, Independence Day Table Settings, Independence Day Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: 4th of July Table Settings, Patriotic Centerpiece, Patriotic Flag Dishware, Shark Fish Flatware, Star Glasses, Sunflower Centerpiece, Warren Kimble Dishware

Sail Away With a Nautical Table Setting

June 25, 2015 by Susan 30 Comments

Welcome to the 353rd Tablescape Thursday! I braved the heat this week to create a table out on the porch. Actually, a passing storm today cooled things down a good bit so it wasn't that terribly hot, after all. I always feel a little sad when I see June 21st pass by on the calendar. That date is our summer solstice which means our longest day of sunshine has come and gone. The daylight … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Blue & White Design & Decor, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Coastal Breeze, Nautical Table Setting, Sailboat Flatware, Sailing Plates, Warren Kimble

Nautical Tablescape with Shell Chargers and Fish Flatware

May 21, 2015 by Susan 50 Comments

Welcome to the 348th Tablescape Thursday! It's sunny and gorgeous out today, how about a beach trip? This week's tablescape was inspired by flatware I purchased this past January. Do I hear "Jaws" music? Ummm... Small lanterns at each place setting echo the larger candlelit lantern in the centerpiece. I wish I had thought to add a little white sand in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Table Setting, David Carter Brown Driftwood, Fish Flatware, Galleyware, Nautical Flatware, Nautical Table Setting, Nautical Tablescape, Shell Charger Plates

A Beauty and the Beast Princess Birthday Tablescape

March 19, 2015 by Susan 24 Comments

Welcome to the 339th Tablescape Thursday! Recently, Elena put together a “Beauty and the Beast” princess birthday party for her daughter, Susanna. Elena said, "Even though she’s 27 years old, she will always be (to me) my beautiful Belle, my favorite Disney princess." The table Elena put together would be great for any Beauty and the Beast fan, no matter the age. Elena placed a pretty … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Birthday Tablescapes, Children's Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beauty and the Beast Birthday Table Setting, Princess Birthday Tablescape

In The Library With The Candlestick

March 5, 2015 by Susan 82 Comments

Welcome to the 337th Tablescape Thursday! I began putting this table together a couple of weeks ago but couldn't quite get it ready in time for last week's Tablescape Thursday. It was freezing at the time and I was craving warm and cozy. What a difference a week makes! Yesterday as I worked to finish the table, the birds were chirping so loudly outside you would have thought spring had arrived. I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cabin/Lodge, Whimsical Tablescapes, Winter Tablescapes Tagged With: Clue, Mystery Table Setting, Mystery Tablescape

A Winter Tablescape With Snowman Spice Cake Centerpiece

January 8, 2015 by Susan 94 Comments

Welcome to the 330th Tablescape Thursday! My tablescape today is a winter themed table setting with a very special centerpiece. It's so special that it's practically invisible. What? You don't see it? It's right there--on the pedestal in the center of the table. ;) I knew by the time the centerpiece I planned to use was ready, it would already be getting dark out. Since table settings look so much … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Tablescapes, Christmas Holiday Home, Christmas Table Settings, Christmas Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Winter Tablescapes Tagged With: Plaid Tablecloth, Snowflake Napkin Rings, Snowman Spice Cake Centerpiece, Tartan Plaid Plates, Winter Tablescape

Warming Up The New Year With A Woodland Table Setting

January 1, 2015 by Susan 36 Comments

Welcome to the 329th Tablescape Thursday! Have you ever gotten a surprise call from a friend who was in town and suddenly realized you were going to have company for dinner? When that happened to Laura, instead of panicking like I may have :) she seized the opportunity to put together a warm and inviting Woodland themed table setting. Laura is definitely quick on her feet because the table she created is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cabin/Lodge, Fall Tablescapes, Western, Winter Tablescapes

Frightfully Fun Tablescapes For Halloween!

October 9, 2014 by Susan 30 Comments

Welcome to the 317th Tablescape Thursday! Ever since I met Marie a couple of years ago, Halloween has taken a huge leap forward in the FUN department. Marie lives life with tremendous joy and I have to tell you, it's contagious! Recently I took you on a tour of the outside of her home all decorated for Halloween. We're going inside this week for Tablescape Thursday and I can't wait to share the tables … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Tablescapes, Halloween Decor, Halloween Holiday Home, Halloween Table Settings, Halloween Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Black & Orange Check Tablecloth, Black Cat Wine Glasses, Halloween Decorations, Halloween table setting, Halloween Tablescape, Spider Napkin Rings, Spider Plates, Witch Stockings For Chairs

Hootin’ It Up For Halloween

October 2, 2014 by Susan 45 Comments

Welcome to the 316th Tablescape Thursday! The owls hooting up a storm in my backyard recently must have been the inspiration behind this table setting. (Hear that recording here: Night Sounds From The Porch) I found Mr. Owl in Wal-mart around this time last year. He's actually a cookie jar. I placed him atop two cake pedestals to give him some height in the center of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Tablescapes, Fall Tablescapes, Halloween Holiday Home, Halloween Recipes, Halloween Table Settings, Halloween Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: David Carter Brown Halloween Plates, Halloween Foods, Halloween table setting, Halloween Tablescape, Halloween Treats, Owl Cupcakes, Pumpkin Hollow Plates

The Best-Dressed Table At The County Fair

September 25, 2014 by Susan 27 Comments

Welcome to the 315th Tablescape Thursday! It's that time of year. The days are getting shorter, the leaves are beginning to change color and there's a cool crispness to the evening air. That can only mean one thing; the smell of cotton candy and funnel cakes will soon fill the air. Source The Country Fair is in town! Each year Dawnette bravely takes up a most unique challenge--she enters a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cabin/Lodge, Fall Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Western Tagged With: 1st Place Table Setting, Best-Dressed Table Setting, Cabin Themed Table Setting, Hunt-Themed Table Setting, Lodge Themed Table Setting, Rustic Table Setting, Rustic Tablescape

Feminine Silver Table Setting with Silver Accents

September 11, 2014 by Susan 60 Comments

Welcome to the 313th Tablescape Thursday! Such a beautiful day to be out on the porch! I headed out to the garden to cut the last of the purple phlox. It's almost completely finished blooming for another year but I managed to find just enough for our centerpiece. It smells heavenly, I wish I could share the fragrance with you. A couple of years ago I came across a table setting showing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Tablescapes, Garden Party Tablescapes, Shower Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Birthday Party Table Setting, Birthday Party Tablescape, Bridal Shower Table Setting, Bridal Shower Tablescape, Dragonfly Napkin Rings, floral centerpiece, Floral Chargers, Plaid Salad Plates, Purple Pholox

Dapper-Dressed Animals Gather: Whimsical Tablescape

September 4, 2014 by Susan 81 Comments

Welcome to the 312th Tablescape Thursday! My table setting this week did its best to become an autumn table setting. At one point it was sporting a centerpiece of fall leaves and sparkly, brown pine cones. I'm just not quite ready to succumb to fall. So I took the leaves away and decided to go with something lighter, something that hints of fall but still has one foot firmly planted in these last warm … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fall Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Whimsical Tablescapes

Dining On The Summer Porch

August 14, 2014 by Susan 82 Comments

Welcome to the 309th Tablescape Thursday! Little Announcement: Before we dive into Tablescape Thursday, I wanted to give an update on the Between Naps On The Porch group tablescaping boards recently created at Pinterest. Thanks to everyone who joined the boards. The tables that are being pinned are stunning! Love seeing them all! If you requested an invite to one of the boards but haven't received it, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Table In Green & Blue, Beach Themed Table Setting, Beach Themed Tablescape, Green Polka Dot & Striped Flatware, Green Polka Dot Glasses

Nautical Table Setting With David Carter Brown Driftwood Dishware

August 7, 2014 by Susan 67 Comments

Welcome to the 308th Tablescape Thursday! I'm taking you out on the porch this week for a nautical, beachy-themed table setting. This table setting was inspired by some adorable salad plates I spotted recently on eBay while searching for something else. Does that ever happen to you...you visit eBay looking for one thing and find something else you love? I wasn't sure … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Themed Table Setting, Beach Themed Tablescape, Blue Flatware, Casamoda Dishware, David Carter Brown, Driftwood, Nautical Dishware, Nautical Table Setting, Nautical Tablescape

Alice In Wonderland Birthday Celebration With A Cheshire Cat Piñata

July 31, 2014 by Susan 21 Comments

Welcome to the 307th Tablescape Thursday! Our Pinterest Tablescaping Group Boards Thanks so much for the wonderful response to the post I sent out late yesterday evening about the new group boards I'm creating on Pinterest. So far we have over 135 members! Whooo Hooo! Those are going to be some amazing boards and I can't wait to see what you'll be pinning! The invites will be going out today and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Whimsical Tablescapes

2 Beautiful Garden Table Settings

July 10, 2014 by Susan 22 Comments

Welcome to the 304th Tablescape Thursday! I've had sooo much fun reading all of your answers to the style questions yesterday. I have a whole list of books I want to check out now and for some reason I am seriously craving chocolate! I can't imagine why! ;) I also want to visit every single place you named in your answers for question #10. If you didn't get a chance to read the comments on yesterdays … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Garden Party Tablescapes, Gardening & Birding, In the Garden, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Green & Blue Table Setting, Moss Table, Outdoor Moss Table, Porch Table Setting

Please, No Talking To The Lifeguard

June 26, 2014 by Susan 42 Comments

Welcome to the 302nd Tablescape Thursday! Just imagine we are on holiday. We're chilling at the beach and the hibiscus are in bloom. The table is set and the wine has been poured. I have 4-5 small tablecloths I like to use on this little table here on the deck, but none are in colors that work well with this week's table setting. After walking around the house for a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tables for Two, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Nautical Rope Napkin Ring, No Talking to Lifeguard Sign, Reef Knot, Sailboat Plates, Sakura Warren Kimble Coastal Breeze, Shell Dishware, Square Knot, Star Napkins

Screened Canopy Room For Summer Dining and Entertaining

June 12, 2014 by Susan 49 Comments

Welcome to the 300th Tablescape Thursday! Wow! Three-hundred Tablescape Thursdays! For 300 weeks, a little over 5-3/4 years, we've been meeting here each week to share our love for creating beautiful tables for our family and friends. Thank you so much for sharing your talents and creativity. It's an honor to host Tablescape Thursday each week and I've loved every moment! How fitting on this, our … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Dishware, Canopy Rooms, Dining Alfresco, Screened Rooms, Shell Dishware, Summer Dining

Celebrate Spring With A Beach Themed Table Setting For Two

May 22, 2014 by Susan 56 Comments

Welcome to the 297th Tablescape Thursday! It's been a while since I created a setting for two and a really long time since I put together a tablescape on this little oval table here on the porch. You may remember the lantern from a previous beach themed table setting here: Beachy Tablescape With Lighthouse Lantern Glassware for this table setting is from Pier 1. It's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tables for Two, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Table Setting, Beach Tablescape, Lobster Plates, Nautical Table Setting, Seaside Table Setting, Summer Tablescape

Dining With The Seagulls

April 24, 2014 by Susan 88 Comments

Welcome to the 293rd Tablescape Thursday! Hope you're in the mood for a beach party because lately all I want to do is create beach-themed table settings. Ummm, wonder what that means? Perhaps someone is craving a trip to the beach! :) Remember the fishnet I purchased on THIS shopping trip when I couldn't breathe and had to get out of the house? It worked just right as a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Table Setting, Beach Themed Tablescape, Crab Plates, Fishnet Tablecloth, Lobster Plates, Shell Chargers

The Summer Porch: Beach Cottage Decor

April 14, 2014 by Susan 94 Comments

Welcome to the 272nd Metamorphosis Monday! It's been beautiful here so I've been playing out on the porch. This is how the hutch normally looks during the spring and summer months. I usually have a variety of white pitchers displayed along the top and my fave porch dishware, Tabletops Unlimited. Ma Maison by Dario Farrucci, displayed on the shelves. I get a lot of comments and e-mails … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Before & After Metamorphosis Monday, Furniture Before & After, My Nest, Porches, Porches & Decks, Seasonal Decor

Beach Table Setting With Lighthouse Lantern Centerpiece

April 3, 2014 by Susan 61 Comments

Welcome to the 290th Tablescape Thursday! It's been in the 70's here for several days, I think it even got up into the 80's for a bit. Love, love, love the warm weather! All these warm days have me dreaming of the beach so it's time for a little beach table setting out on the porch. This beach table setting celebrates the soft, cool shades of aqua, one of my favorite … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Beach Table for Summer Parties, Beach Table Setting, Beach Tablescape

Spring Dessert Buffet for An Outdoor Party

February 27, 2014 by Susan 88 Comments

Welcome to the 285th Tablescape Thursday! Yesterday I shared a Pottery Barn inspired potting table I built for my deck, an area where each year I do a lot of container gardening for summer. This was the inspiration table, the Abbott Island Buffet/Potting Table. This was the version I created for around $1,050 less than the inspiration table. :) One of the neat things … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Easter Holiday Home, Easter Table Settings, Easter Tablescapes, Garden Party Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Easter Cupcakes, Easter Dessert Buffet, Easter Tablescape

Whimsical Valentine’s Day Tablescape, Alice in Wonderland Style

February 13, 2014 by Susan 79 Comments

Welcome to the 283rd Tablescape Thursday! Happy "day-before" Valentine's Day! I love creating whimsical table settings and I love creating themed tablescapes. This table setting is a combination of both, a Valentine's Day setting with an extra-large helping of whimsy on the side. It all started when I stopped by the dollar store about a week ago to check out their gift wrap. While there … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Alice in Wonderland Tablescapes, Children's Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Tablescapes Holiday Tablescapes, The Holiday Home, Valentine's Day Holiday Home, Valentine's Day Table Settings, Valentine's Day Tablescapes, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Alice in Wonderland Dishware, Valentine's Day Desserts, Valentine's Day Recipes, Valentine's Day table setting, Valentine's Day Tablescape

A Winter Table Setting, Tablecloth by Mother Nature

January 30, 2014 by Susan 159 Comments

Welcome to the 281st Tablescape Thursday! So, you know how I opened Tuesday's blog post with these words: "It’s snowing a teensy bit in Georgia today, nothing too serious although I do see the cars crawling very slowly on the road back behind my home." I'd like to retract that statement, please! If you've been following the news, you know the weather got crazy really fast around here. I rarely watch … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas Holiday Home, Christmas Table Settings, Christmas Tablescapes, For the Love of Birds, Gardening & Birding, Seasonal Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Tablescapes Holiday Tablescapes, The Holiday Home, Whimsical Tablescapes, Winter Tablescapes Tagged With: David Carter Brown, Sakura Christmas Valley, Sakura Christmas Village, Winter Table Setting, Winter Tablescape

Valentine’s Day Heart-Shaped Napkin Fold Tutorial

January 23, 2014 by Susan 36 Comments

Welcome to the 280th Tablescape Thursday! Two years ago, the day before Valentine's Day, I posted about a few Valentine's Day decorations in the guest room. I decorated the foot of the bed with heart garland. I placed a little teascape on a wicker tray along with a few sweet-scented daffodils cut from the garden. For this cheerful tea setting, I created a cute, heart … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Napkin Folding Tutorials, Romantic Tablescapes, Shower Tablescapes, Tables for Two, Tablescape Thursday, Tablescapes Holiday Tablescapes, Valentine's Day Holiday Home, Valentine's Day Napkin Folds, Valentine's Day Table Settings, Valentine's Day Tablescapes, Wedding Tablescapes Tagged With: Heart Napkin Fold, Napkin Folding Tutorial, Valentine's Day Heart Napkin Fold, Valentine's Day Tablescapes, Valentine's Napkin Fold

Dining Fireside

November 7, 2013 by Susan 37 Comments

Welcome to the 269th Tablescape Thursday! After reading all your wonderful suggestions yesterday for surviving winter in style, I found myself dreaming of reading good books under warm throws with a hot fire burning nearby. So, for this week's Tablescape Thursday, we're traveling back in time to visit three settings previously shared fireside. (Click on titles for additional pics.) Wishing you lots of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Romantic Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Winter Tablescapes

Celebrating the First Days of Autumn

September 26, 2013 by Susan 60 Comments

Welcome to the 263rd Tablescape Thursday! Sunday was the first day of autumn. It doesn't really look like autumn here but it is definitely beginning to feel that way. It's been raining for the last two days and was still raining out when I took these pics. You can see the leaves haven't started changing color yet, at least not in my yard, but it won't be long. Are they changing where you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fall Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes, Whimsical Tablescapes

A Booo-ti-ful Setting for Tablescape Thursday

September 19, 2013 by Susan 36 Comments

Welcome to the 262nd Tablescape Thursday! My friend, Marie, has six adorable, much loved grandchildren. When they visit her home, they eat at the same table their parents ate at while growing up. Love that! Marie creates the most whimsical, fun table settings for her grandchildren for all the holidays throughout the year. Can you guess which holiday the table is dressed for now? Yep, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Tablescapes, Halloween Holiday Home, Halloween Table Settings, Halloween Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Tablescapes Holiday Tablescapes, The Holiday Home, Themed Tablescapes

Raiding the Garden

September 12, 2013 by Susan 85 Comments

Welcome to the 261st Tablescape Thursday! Pssst, we have a problem. Someone has been raiding the garden! The lettuce is gone, the brussel sprouts are missing... And all of the carrots have vanished! Who could be behind this? Do you think? Could it be? He's been a very busy bunny! His basket is loaded down … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Tablescapes, Garden Party Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Bunny Centerpiece, Children's Table Setting, Garden Party Tablescapes, Garden Table Setting, Peter Rabbit

I’m Late, I’m Late–For a Very Important Date!

August 29, 2013 by Susan 79 Comments

Welcome to the 259th Tablescape Thursday! A few years ago I came across Alice in Wonderland dishes in Tuesday Morning. I was pretty much ruined from the moment I saw them. It took visiting several TMs and ordering a few pieces on eBay, but I eventually collected enough to set a full table. I've created several fun tables over the last few years with this china; I'll link to those at the end of this post … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Alice in Wonderland Tablescapes, Birthday Tablescapes, Children's Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Tablescapes Occasion, Themed Tablescapes, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Alice in Wonderland China, Alice in Wonderland Party, Birthday Party Table Setting, Birthday Party Tablescape, Children's Party, Paul Cardew Alice in Wonderland China

How To Create a Watermelon Flower-Garden Centerpiece

August 23, 2013 by Susan 41 Comments

Each summer I like to create a table setting with a carved watermelon centerpiece. I missed last year but I couldn't let this summer get away without trying a new one. They are just so much fun to do! (You'll find the table setting below here: Summer Table Setting with Carved Flower Garden Watermelon Centerpiece) Two summers ago I carved this whale centerpiece. You'll find the tutorial for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY Tabletop, Garden Party Tablescapes, Gardening & Birding, In the Garden, Independence Day Recipes, Recipes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Themed Tablescapes

Summer Dining with an Edible Flower Garden Centerpiece

August 22, 2013 by Susan 72 Comments

Welcome to the 258th Tablescape Thursday! Summer is winding down but it's not over yet. Are the stores in your area still stocked with yummy watermelons? They are still available here. It just isn't summer without cutting up a juicy, sweet watermelon or ten! I read an article the other day where someone made the claim that seedless watermelons don't taste as good as watermelons with seeds because they … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Tablescapes, Garden Party Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Carved watermelon centerpiece, Garden Party Tablescapes, Summer Party

Dining in an English Country House: A Visit to Chatsworth House

August 15, 2013 by Susan 48 Comments

Welcome to the 257th Tablescape Thursday! Have you ever visited Chatsworth House? Unfortunately, I've never been to England but I'm determined to get there one of these days. Chatsworth House is a large country house located in the county of Derbyshire in the East Midlands region of England. It was built beginning around 1553 but went through a rebuilding process beginning in 1696. Chatsworth is home to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Historic Homes, Home Tours, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes, Travel

Going on Safari: A Safari Themed Table Setting

July 25, 2013 by Susan 32 Comments

Welcome to the 254th Tablescape Thursday! Recently, I received an e-mail from Laura who reads BNOTP. She and her daughter, Claire had created the most amazing tablescape for a birthday celebration. Laura's hubby (Claire's Dad) Paul, was turning 56 and they wanted his birthday to be memorable. They decided to create a table setting that pays tribute to where he served for several years during his military … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Birthday Tablescapes, Fall Tablescapes, Safari Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: African Safari Themed Table Setting, Safari Themed Cake, Safari Themed Table Setting, Safari Themed Tablescape, Zebra Cake, Zebra Plates

A Lobster & Crab Fest: Beach Party Table Setting

July 18, 2013 by Susan 55 Comments

Welcome to the 253rd Tablescape Thursday! Hope your week is going great! Are you ready for a little beach trip? Even if we can't go to the beach we can at least celebrate with a beachy tablescape out here on the porch. The colors in this week's table setting are creams and corals...love that combination! When I finished writing this post, it dawned on me, this table setting incorporates 3 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Beach Themed Table Setting, Beach Themed Tablescape, Crab Plates, Lobster Plates, Shell Centerpiece, Shell Chargers, Shell Napkin Rings, Starfish Napkin Rings

Beach & Nautical Themed Table Settings

June 6, 2013 by Susan 32 Comments

Welcome to the 247th Tablescape Thursday! I created a table setting for this week but unfortunately, didn't get a chance to photograph it. Since we've been touring so many beautiful waterside homes lately, for today's Tablescape Thursday I'm sharing a few previous nautical-themed table settings. Also, at the end of this post, you'll find a link that will take you to a page with picture links to all … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Beach Napkin Folds, Beach Tablescapes, Beach Themed Table Settings, Nautical Table Settings, Shell Candle Holders, Shell Centerpiece, Shell Chargers, Shell Crafts, Shell Napkin Rings, Starfish Napkin Fold

Dining in a Garden of Lilacs and Wisteria

May 30, 2013 by Susan 35 Comments

Welcome to the 246th Tablescape Thursday! Spring arrived in early May for my friend Cornelia, who lives in the beautiful country of Switzerland. Cornelia celebrated by dining in her garden enveloped in the scent of lilacs and wisteria. The wisteria vine climbing the back of Cornelia's home was just beginning to bloom. I'm always amazed at how big a wisteria vine can get. It really is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Garden Party Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday Tagged With: Garden Party Tablescapes, Herend, Jezler Empire Sterling Flatware, Lilac Table Centerpiece, Meissen Deutsche Blume, Nymphenburg, Swiss Garden, Wisteria Table Centerpiece

Three Summer Tablescapes: Patriotic and Nautical Inspired

May 23, 2013 by Susan 53 Comments

Welcome to the 245th Tablescape Thursday! There's a Pottery Barn store just a couple miles from my home. Dangerous, right? A few days ago while out running errands, I stopped in to see what's new for summer. I didn't buy anything, just window shopped that day. They had three really cute tables set up so I had to snap some cell phone pics for you. Their displays are always so creative! Are you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Independence Day Holiday Home, Independence Day Table Settings, Independence Day Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescapes Holiday Tablescapes, The Holiday Home, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Beach Tablescapes, Beach Tablesettings, Hurricane Centerpiece, Nautical Tablescapes, Nautical Tablesettings, Patriotic Table Settings, Patriotic Tablescapes, Red, Star Napkins, Star Plates, White and Blue Table Settings

Warm Weather Dining on the Porch

May 16, 2013 by Susan 42 Comments

Welcome to the 244th Tablescape Thursday! The iris in my garden were at their peak last Tablescape Thursday but alas, I had no time that day to create a table setting. This week they were starting to wane but I couldn't resist one more tablescape using them as the centerpiece. Two weeks ago, when they were just beginning to open up, I created a simple table setting with the few I could find in bloom, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Iris Centerpiece, Purple Iris, Spring Table Settings, Spring Tablescapes, Summer Table Settings, Summer Tablescapes

A Whimsical Spring Table Setting with a Floral Centerpiece

May 2, 2013 by Susan 89 Comments

Welcome to the 242nd Tablescape Thursday! Thanks so much for your generous comments yesterday regarding the live interview I participated in with Bekah and Lynne from the Mid-Morning show at WBCL. You are so supportive, always got my back. Thank you! It's good to stretch our wings and try new things and I feel so blessed by the wonderful dearhearts I've met via blogging. That includes YOU! ♥ After … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Butterfly Napkin Rings, Dario Farrucci Dishware, Floral Iris Centerpiece, Ma Maison Dishware, Spring Table Settings, Spring Tablescapes, Summer Table Settings, Summer Tablescapes, Twig Chargers, Twig Flatware, West Elm Twig Flatware

Navy and White: Great for a Nautical Themed Table Setting

April 25, 2013 by Susan 91 Comments

Welcome to the 241st Tablescape Thursday! Spring is here and I couldn't wait to experiment with a summer-beach themed table setting here on the porch. I love a blue and white themed tablescape. They always feel so crisp, so fresh. This was an inexpensive table setting to create. The dishes are from a 6 place setting I've had for a few years. The set was only $19.99 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Blue & White Design & Decor, Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Beach Tablescapes, Beach Themed Table Settings, Blue and White Table Settings, Blue and White Tablescapes, Coastal Tablescapes, Coastal Themed Table Settings, Fish Pitchers, Nautical Themed Table Settings, White Lantern Centerpiece

Make a Starfish Napkin Ring: A Pottery Barn Knock-off

March 18, 2013 by Susan 105 Comments

Welcome to the 217th Metamorphosis Monday! This week for Met Monday, I'm sharing a crafty Before and After. I made a quick pass through Pottery Barn a few nights ago and spied some cute starfish napkin rings. It's kind of hard to see in this pic I snagged from the PB site here, but the ring part of the napkin ring is covered in jute yarn. I couldn't tell what the yarn was wrapped around while in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Before & After Metamorphosis Monday, DIY Crafts & Sewing, DIY Decor Knock-offs, DIY Tabletop, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Beach Themed Napkin Ring, DIY Napkin Ring, Nautical Themed Napkin Ring, Pottery Barn knock-off, Shell Napkin Ring, Starfish Napkin Ring

A Gathering of Friends

February 21, 2013 by Susan 68 Comments

Welcome to the 233rd Tablescape Thursday! Recently I was invited to a dinner party at the home of my friend, Ginger. I didn't have my camera with me but I snapped a few pics with my cellphone. Fortunately, I have a new cell phone and wow, cellphone cameras have come a long way! My other phone was just over 2 years old and though it had a pretty good camera, I do not think it could have handled the low … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Romantic Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Candlelight Dinner Party, Candlelight Table Setting, Candlelight Tablescape

Children’s Valentine’s Day Table Setting

January 31, 2013 by Susan 36 Comments

Welcome to 230th Tablescape Thursday! Thanks so much for all the great comments you left on yesterday's "Brass is Back!" post. You made some amazing points and I so enjoyed hearing your perspective on the resurgence of quality brass pieces in the home. I especially love that so many of you don't let the latest trend pressure you into changing or discarding that which you truly love. If you've been … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Tablescapes Holiday Tablescapes, The Holiday Home, Themed Tablescapes, Valentine's Day Holiday Home, Valentine's Day Table Settings, Valentine's Day Tablescapes Tagged With: Children's Valentine's Day Table Setting, Valentine's Day Decorating, Valentine's Day Table Settings, Valentine's Day Tablescapes

3 Party Table Settings with Coca-Cola Dishware and Coke Memorabilia

January 3, 2013 by Susan 38 Comments

Welcome to 226th Tablescape Thursday! Greetings! How is your week going? I've been dragging my feet taking down my Christmas decorations. I decided this year to not rush things and just enjoy them a little longer. The last few weeks we've been touring the wonderful home of Governor and Marie Barnes decorated for the Christmas season. Today we're going down these stairs for a tour of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Tablescapes, Christmas Holiday Home, Christmas Table Settings, Christmas Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Tablescapes Holiday Tablescapes, The Holiday Home, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Black and White Kitchen, Christmas Decorations, Christmas Table Settings, Christmas Tablescapes, Coca-cola Dishware and Flatware, Coke Dishware and Flatware, Decorating a Basement, Finished Basement, Glass Tile Backsplash, Kitchen Basement, Marble Top Counter, Pot Rack, Table Settings, Tablescapes (Main), Terrace Level Basement, White Kitchen Cabinets

Dinner In A Cabin On The Russian River

December 27, 2012 by Susan 31 Comments

Welcome to the 225th Tablescape Thursday! This week you are in for a special treat. Julio who blogs at Beaux Mondes Designs created a beautiful tables setting in his wonderful cabin in Russian River, California. I'm absolutely mad about plaid so when I saw this setting, I couldn't wait to share it for Tablescape Thursday. Julio's dining room is amazing, even without a wonderful table setting. What … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas Holiday Home, Christmas Table Settings, Christmas Tablescapes, Romantic Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Tablescapes Holiday Tablescapes, The Holiday Home, Themed Tablescapes, Winter Tablescapes Tagged With: Cabin Decorated for Christmas, Cabin/Lodge, Christmas Tablescapes, Roses in Loving Cup Centerpiece, Russian River Dacha, Second Home, Table Settings, Tartan Table Settings, Tartan Tablescapes, Vacation Home

A Christmas Dinner Party

December 20, 2012 by Susan 72 Comments

Welcome to the 224th Tablescape Thursday! Three or four weeks ago I posted this tablescape below for a Tablescape Thursday. Sunday I had a little dinner party and at first I set the table with my Lenox, Winter Greetings pattern. At the last minute, I decided the table was feeling a bit more formal than I wanted for this gathering. I wanted our party to feel more cozy and casual. So I decided to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cabin/Lodge, Christmas Holiday Home, Christmas Table Settings, Christmas Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Winter Tablescapes Tagged With: Christmas Dinner Party, Christmas Holiday Home, Christmas Table Settings, Christmas Tablescapes, Gourmet Settings Treble Clef Flatware, Magnolia Centerpiece, Napkin Sheaths, Plaid Napkins, Plaid Plates, Woodland Themed Table Setting, Woodland Themed Tablescape

Russet Shades of Autumn: A Table for Two on the Deck

September 13, 2012 by Susan 53 Comments

Welcome to the 210th Tablescape Thursday! It's been beautiful weather here...perfect time for another tablescape out on the deck. Try to ignore my slightly bedraggled plants. I haven't done the greatest job watering them lately. This fall table setting is all about the colors of autumn...reds, golds and touches of green. Bird's-eye view... I didn't have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fall Tablescapes, Romantic Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Tables for Two, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Autumn Tablescapes, Fall Table Settings, Fall Tablescapes, Romantic Table Settings

A Summer Tablescape for Two

August 30, 2012 by Susan 36 Comments

Welcome the 208th Tablescape Thursday! The daisies and a few of the mums from last week's bridal shower tablescape were still hanging in there, so I couldn't resist using them in another setting. Hope you enjoy. Whatever a man's age, he can reduce it several years by putting a bright-colored flower in his buttonhole. Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemmons-1835-1910)-American humorous … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tables for Two, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Summer Tablescape, Sunflower Plates, Yellow Check Tablecloth

A Bridal Shower Tablescape with an Easy-to-Make Centerpiece

August 23, 2012 by Susan 61 Comments

Welcome to the 207th Tablescape Thursday! I have a fun table setting to share this week. I ran into the dollar store to look at their Halloween goodies and while there I spotted a collection that immediately sparked an idea for a bridal shower tablescape. I get e-mails from time-to-time from folks asking for ideas for bridal showers. If you will be giving a bridal shower sometime soon … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Shower Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Tablescapes Occasion, Themed Tablescapes, Whimsical Tablescapes Tagged With: Bridal Shower Table Settings, Bridal Shower Tablescape, Red and White Tablescape

On a Balcony in Switzerland

August 16, 2012 by Susan 27 Comments

Welcome to the 206th Tablescape Thursday! Thanks so much for all your comments on yesterday's post. I haven't had a chance to reply to the questions left in the comments, since that post went up so late last night, but I'll definitely be doing that today. For this week's Tablescape Thursday, we're jetting off to Switzerland to dine on my friend, Cornelia's wonderful balcony. It's always such a treat … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Tablescape Thursday

Shell Chargers for a Coastal Themed Table Setting

August 2, 2012 by Susan 44 Comments

Welcome to the 204th Tablescape Thursday! Time to break out the shell chargers! You knew I'd be using them this week after finally getting them all done. This week's table setting turned out to be all about neutrals. After all those hours (and sore fingertips) working on the shell chargers, I decided to take my cue from the colors in the shells/chargers for this week's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beachy Tablescapes, Seasonal Tablescapes, Spring & Summer Tablescapes, Tablescape Thursday, Themed Tablescapes Tagged With: Beach Tablescape, Coastal Themed Tablescape, Polka Dot Dishware, Shell Candle Holders Shell Centerpiece, Shell Chargers, Shell Napkin Rings

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