Father’s Day Table Ideas: For The Guys Who Love Reading, Hunting, Fishing, Hiking & Sun-Filled Days On The Beach

May 15, 2025 by 7 Comments

Welcome to the 868th Tablescape Thursday! With Father's Day only a month away, for this week's Tablescape Thursday, I'm sharing a few tables from the past that I hope will offer a little inspiration for your Father's Day tables. Some of these tables were created during the autumn, so please ignore the fall decor. Minus the fall decor, I think several of these themed tables would work for the dad who enjoys … [Read more...]

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A Very Special Table Setting, Just In Time For Mother’s Day

May 8, 2025 by 11 Comments

Welcome to the 867th Tablescape Thursday! I am still playing catch-up with the Dollhouse, having maintenance-type stuff done that hasn't been done in several years. Today, the exterior of the house is being cleaned, including the roof. You may remember when I had the roof cleaned on the Georgia house and shared it in this post: Finally Did It—Had The Roof Cleaned! What Do You Think? While that's taking … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Table Setting Filled With Inherited And Vintage Collectibles

May 1, 2025 by 10 Comments

Welcome to the 866th Tablescape Thursday! A few weeks ago, Elena created a beautiful table setting for her family, using a lovely mix of newer pieces combined with treasured antique and vintage family pieces.   Elena described her table as having a bit of an Asian theme since so many of these special pieces that have been handed down through her family are from Japan.   Elena … [Read more...]

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Charming Spring Table With Villeroy & Boch “Basket” & Precious Fitz & Floyd Bunnies

April 24, 2025 by 27 Comments

Welcome to the 865th Tablescape Thursday! I have been so blessed this spring by all the wonderful table settings Elena, Sheri, and Brenda have shared. Their timing has been perfect! On my last trip up to the Dollhouse, my  SUV was packed to the gills with lamps, large potted plants, spring clothes, and other things that I could not leave behind since I knew I wouldn't be returning for a while. I left behind … [Read more...]

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Garden Lattice, Cabbages, And Bunnies Set The Most Beautiful Table For Easter

April 17, 2025 by 4 Comments

Welcome to the 864th Tablescape Thursday! Brenda set the most beautiful table for her family's Easter celebration! I was so excited when I saw her table because it includes so many wonderful pieces that I've seen available when shopping, but never had the joy of seeing in a real table setting. Even more exciting is how she created this tablescape, layering different designs/patterns together so … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Spring Table Setting + Amazing Deal On Charming Napoleon Bee Flatware!

April 10, 2025 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 863rd Tablescape Thursday! I have a delightful spring table to share for this week's Tablescape Thursday that's super budget-friendly. At the end of this post, you'll find an awesome deal that I snapped up about a week ago. But first, let's check out Sheri's spring table! Sheri said, "Did I need any more dishes??? No, but I wanted them to make a pink spring table for our next birthday … [Read more...]

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Saying Goodbye To Winter, With The Sweetest Hint Of Spring

April 3, 2025 by 26 Comments

Welcome to the 862nd Tablescape Thursday! We had such a storm last night! The sirens were going off as my son was texting me, warning me there were tornado warnings out and saying I should head to the basement. Living in the south my whole life, I've been through plenty of tornado warnings and watches over the years, so I'm pretty good at knowing when it's basement time, but that was so sweet of him to warn … [Read more...]

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Dining In Breckenridge, Colorado, So Many Wonderful Restaurants!

March 27, 2025 by 11 Comments

Welcome to the 861st Tablescape Thursday! For this week's Tablescape Thursday, I thought I'd share some of the meals we've had while staying here. Our ski-in apartment/suite has a full kitchen with a refrigerator that makes ice faster than you can say, Breckenridge! lol I've never seen a refrigerator make so much ice in a single day! During this trip, we've been having breakfast in our suite. Lunch is … [Read more...]

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We’ve Having High Tea With A Set Of Beautiful, Inherited Teacups. The Food Looks Amazing—Come Join Us!

March 20, 2025 by 18 Comments

Welcome to the 860th Tablescape Thursday! I'm back in Ohio, getting ready to experience a second spring. The daffodils are up, and the earliest flowering trees are just beginning to bloom, I love spring so don't mind going through two springs at all. A few days back I received a lovely email from Elena. Attached were beautiful photos! Elena said, "I was given a set of bone china tea cups that were my … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Daffodils: The Happiest Centerpiece For A Saint Patrick’s Day Table + Hummingbird Arrival Times

March 13, 2025 by 18 Comments

Welcome to the 859th Tablescape Thursday! My daffodils have been blooming for a couple of weeks now. They are just starting to wain a bit so I snapped a few pictures before they are all gone again for another year. When I first planted these many, many years ago, I had a large variety of shapes and colors. Over the years, certain varieties have started to vanish. Lesson learned: Don't mix … [Read more...]

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Spring Is Coming! Let’s Celebrate With Dreams Of Sunshine & Roses

March 6, 2025 by 19 Comments

Welcome to the 858th Tablescape Thursday! As I started setting this table a couple of weeks back, I kept thinking this should be a St. Patrick's Day table setting, but my heart wanted to celebrate spring, so spring won out.    The daffodils are blooming like crazy in my front yard right now, making me ridiculously happy! Are you seeing any signs of spring in your area, yet?   The pink … [Read more...]

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Beautiful, Inherited, Antique China For A Special Dinner Celebration

February 27, 2025 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 857th Tablescape Thursday! Have you ever been given or inherited dinnerware from a loved one, maybe a parent or a grandparent? Brenda shared a very special table with me saying, "This table is very special for me. The table represents three generations."   "The dish set was my Granny’s and dates back to 1940-1950 when they purchased it. I inherited it from my … [Read more...]

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The Spring Dinnerware Is Out Now—Saw So Many Wonderful Things On This Trip!

February 20, 2025 by 21 Comments

Welcome to the 856th Tablescape Thursday! I love this time of year when all the spring dinnerware starts appearing in the shoppes. Suffering from a touch of cabin fever, I headed out yesterday for a visit to one of my favorite places, Williams-Sonoma. They were well stocked with so many spring and Easter goodies! I have always loved this cabbage dinnerware! I have a few dinner plates but would love to … [Read more...]

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A Little Inspiration For A Romantic (and Yummy) Valentine’s Day

February 13, 2025 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 855th Tablescape Thursday! Since tomorrow is Valentine's Day, today I'm sharing a few previous Valentine's Day tablescapes, including a heart cake recipe. (Click on any post title below for additional photos and recipes.) Woodland-Themed Valentine's Day Table with a Touch of Spring.   Candlelit Valentine's Day Table Setting.   Heart-Shaped Napkin Fold with Detailed … [Read more...]

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Beautiful, Romantic Royal Albert ‘Blossom Time’ For Valentine’s Day

February 6, 2025 by 10 Comments

Welcome to the 854th Tablescape Thursday! If you're not the biggest fan of cold weather, take heart! Once February arrives, I feel like we are over the hump and on the downhill slide toward spring now. Every winter here in the south, we'll get a week where the temps are unusually warm, and we're in it right now. It's been in the 70s all week! I know the cold will return soon, but I am loving this little … [Read more...]

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A Whimsical Alice In Wonderland Dinner Party

January 30, 2025 by 31 Comments

Welcome to the 853rd Tablescape Thursday! Since I brought my wicker breakfast table up to the Dollhouse a few months ago...   ...I no longer have a table in my breakfast room here in Georgia. So until spring arrives, you'll probably be seeing a lot of tables here in the dining room. That's a big change since I normally set tables in my breakfast room or on the porch where I get a lot more natural … [Read more...]

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A Cozy, Winter, Candlelit Table Setting

January 23, 2025 by 31 Comments

Welcome to the 852nd Tablescape Thursday! I started out planning to set a Valentine's Day table, but as I worked on various ideas, I realized I was missing some of the things I needed. Where are those things? In Ohio. Argh! I thought I had brought back all the things I would need for a Valentine's Day table, but that was not the case. The white swirl chargers and the cream, lace/cut-work chargers that I … [Read more...]

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6 Times I DIYed What I Could Not Find Or When The Cost Was Too High

January 15, 2025 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 851st Tablescape Thursday! Since I will be on the road driving all day either tomorrow or on Friday (depends on the weather/road conditions) I'm posting this week's Tablescape Thursday a day early. Several of these projects are table, summer dining, or entertaining related, so now would be a great time to start planning if any of these projects sounds interesting to you. Have you ever come … [Read more...]

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Proof You Can Create An Elegant, Beautiful Table Setting Without Breaking The Bank

January 9, 2025 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 850th Tablescape Thursday! Update: I didn't realize the TT party was set to start in the evening—somehow I must have set it for PM instead of AM. Thanks to Mary for letting me know. It should be open now. Sheri set a beautiful table this year that her sister described as a "fairytale" table. I thought the same thing when I saw it, the colors are soft and ethereal—a beautiful vision in … [Read more...]

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A 3-Christmas-Movie-Themed Table Setting, Can You Guess The 3 Movies?

December 26, 2024 by 21 Comments

Welcome to the 848th Tablescape Thursday! Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to you! I hope you're having a wonderful week and spending as much as possible with family and friends! Before Christmas gets by us for another year, I have to share this delightful table setting Elena created this year for her Christmas feast. Elena said, "So when I did the Christmas train tablescape last year, it was very … [Read more...]

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Dept. 56 “Christmas Vacation” Movie-Themed Tablescape, Includes Retired Houses

December 19, 2024 by 17 Comments

Welcome to the 847th Tablescape Thursday! Several years ago, I created a fun Christmas Vacation Movie-themed table setting.   If you've been reading BNOTP, you probably remember this tablescape.   Since I last shared that table, I've added two more Department 56 lit houses to my Christmas Vacation collection, so I thought it would be fun to share a Christmas Vacation themed table … [Read more...]

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A Little Christmas Holiday Tablescape Inspiration, Can’t Believe It’s Just 2 Weeks Away!

December 12, 2024 by 10 Comments

Welcome to the 846th Tablescape Thursday! I'm currently working on a fun holiday table that I'll be sharing next week. In the meantime, here are a few ideas that I hope you'll find helpful as you prepare your holiday table settings and Christmas Decor. (Click the title of any post to access that post in full.) One of my favorite decorations or centerpieces for a holiday dinner party is a decorative fruit … [Read more...]

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Christmas Dining In The Sunroom

December 5, 2024 by 23 Comments

Welcome to the 845th Tablescape Thursday! We are out on the sunporch for this week's table setting.   Since the porch isn't heated, I placed a small electric heater on the porch and opened the door from the living out to the porch. The porch was toasty warm in no time. I would enjoy dining out here any time of the year now that I know how easy it is to warm up.   This was a fun table … [Read more...]

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16 Delicious Homemade Recipes For Thanksgiving Day & Beyond

November 27, 2024 by 3 Comments

Welcome to the 844th Tablescape Thursday! Happy Thanksgiving—it's almost here! Since I know so many of us are busy preparing for visits with family and friends, for this week's Tablescape Thursday, I thought I'd share some favorite recipes that you may find helpful for Thanksgiving Day and beyond. Click on any link below to access a printable version of that recipe. Delish Breakfast Casserole: My … [Read more...]

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Introducing A New Member In My Holiday Figural Family—Help Me Name Him!

November 14, 2024 by 62 Comments

Welcome to the 842nd Tablescape Thursday! It was so nice here yesterday, so I couldn't resist placing this table out here on the porch.   My favorite dinnerware to bring out this time of year, Spode Woodland, is currently in Ohio right now, so I thought I'd set a winter-themed table, instead. Besides, I just added a new "character" to my family of centerpieces during my recent shopping trip … [Read more...]

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Step Into My Time Machine: A 1964-1965 World’s Fair Tablescape, New York

November 7, 2024 by 43 Comments

Welcome to the 841st Tablescape Thursday! I have a delightful table to share with you today, one that's in celebration around a topic that I've never shared before: The 1964-1965 World's Fair! After talking with Elena, I am so intrigued, I'll be doing some online searches today to learn more about this amazing event! Elena said, "Today is my husband's birthday, so I set up the table early this morning. … [Read more...]

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A Beetlejuice Movie-Themed Table Setting With The Most Interesting Party Guests

October 31, 2024 by 4 Comments

Welcome to the 840th Tablescape Thursday! Okay, I have to admit, I have never seen a Beetlejuice movie and know nothing about the movie or the characters. From the bit of research I did after Jackie sent over photos of this creative table setting, I learned that  the movie, Beetlejuice, is described as a "Comedy/Horror." What?! Now that's a combination you don't normally see. If I read correctly, there have … [Read more...]

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Halloween Table Setting With Beautiful Vintage Candelabras

October 24, 2024 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 839th Tablescape Thursday! Halloween is just a week away now! I have a fun Halloween table to share, coming to you all the way from the south of France. Norma had a fun gathering with friends and shared her photos of the event.   Norma carved and scooped out her pumpkin, then used the pumpkin to make soup for this Halloween dinner. Brilliant!   A little surprise … [Read more...]

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The First Ever Tablescape In The Dollhouse Dining Room

October 17, 2024 by 35 Comments

Welcome to the 838th Tablescape Thursday! I can't believe this day has come! I actually have a table on which I can set a table setting right here in the Dollhouse! Yaaaay! About time, right? Let-me-tell-ya, it was a process and a half getting it here since Rooms to Go, from whom the table was purchased, doesn't deliver to the state of Ohio. After searching high and low for several months, this table from … [Read more...]

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The Last Of The Sunflowers

October 10, 2024 by 10 Comments

Welcome to the 837th Tablescape Thursday! Today is delivery day. As I type this, the table and chairs I have purchased for the Dollhouse dining room are somewhere out there rolling around on a delivery truck. I'm the 4th stop of the day, so it should be arriving sometime today between 11-3:00 pm. I paid extra for Rooms To Go's premium delivery plan which includes unpacking and setting up the table/chairs … [Read more...]

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Festive October Celebration, Just In Time For Dia de los Muertos & Halloween

September 26, 2024 by 6 Comments

Welcome to the 835th Tablesape Thursday! Can you believe we are just a month away from Halloween! Recently I heard from Elena who said, "I am planning an interesting tablescape for my husband's birthday on October 10, so I went ahead and did a Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) themed table this past weekend. I have had a lot of what is on the table for years but never put it all together until I found a … [Read more...]

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Celebrating Autumn With A Woodsy, Country Lodge Style Table Setting

September 19, 2024 by 31 Comments

Welcome to the 834th Tablesape Thursday! With the kitchen finally back together after the recent leak behind the fridge, I was excited to set a table this week for Tablescape Thursday. Ignore the half-covered swing chain in the background. When the house/exterior was painted a few weeks back, I removed the swing chain covers. I had just started putting them back on when all the kitchen work started and I … [Read more...]

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Kitchen Is Done & A Beachy Table Setting With Dinnerware From The Amalfi Coast

September 12, 2024 by 28 Comments

Welcome to the 833rd Tablescape Thursday! After months and months, the kitchen is finally back together. The desk was rebuilt and the refrigerator is no longer sitting in the middle of the breakfast room. Please excuse the darkness of these photos, they were taken early this morning just as it was getting daylight out.   The breakfast room table and chairs are back where they belong … [Read more...]

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Pumpkin Tureens For Fall, Toasty Chicken Pot Pies, & My Favorite Labor Day Sales

August 29, 2024 by 14 Comments

Welcome to the 831st Tablescape Thursday! A while back, even before buying the Dollhouse, I took you on a little tour of my favorite grocery store here, Dorothy Lane Market. DLM is how I would imagine grocery shopping was back in the day when my parents would have gone to the grocery store. The store is not so large as to feel like a big chain, (there are 4 locations at present) and the people who work … [Read more...]

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Yay, It Has Arrived! Plus, A Halloween Piece I’m Obsessing Over!

August 15, 2024 by 23 Comments

Welcome to the 829th Tablescape Thursday! I finally have a non-dented refrigerator! Yay! The new one arrived a week sooner than Lowe's had predicted and it was delivered yesterday.   You may remember from a previous post that when my LG CounterDepth, Door-in-Door refrigerator was delivered a few weeks ago, it arrived with with a big gash in the box and two very obvious dents in the front just … [Read more...]

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Beautiful, Vintage, Hazel Atlas Pink Crinoline, A Dramatic Table Setting in Pink & Black

August 1, 2024 by 12 Comments

Welcome to the 827th Tablescape Thursday! Recently, I received an email from Kathryn, a lovely BNOTP reader who enjoys creating pretty table settings for the guests who frequent her beautiful Bed and Breakfast. Kathryn said, "We own a bed and breakfast in Garden City, KS and I love doing tablescapes." Kathryn went on to say that she often posts her tablescapes at her Sunnyland Bed & Breakfast Facebook … [Read more...]

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Dollhouse Dining Room Updates & Mail Served On A Silver Platter ;)

July 25, 2024 by 25 Comments

Welcome to the 826th Tablescape Thursday! I finally figured out why everything is so hectic when I'm here at the Dollhouse. It usually goes like this: Today, I had two appointments scheduled. Just two. I had a shutter company representative stopping by at 8:30 to take an order for some plantation shutters, and later this afternoon I have a meeting/call with a developer to look into a new blog design. That … [Read more...]

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We’re On Safari For This Week’s Tablescape Thursday!

July 11, 2024 by 22 Comments

Welcome to the 824th Tablescape Thursday! Busy day here today, as workmen have been arriving this morning to get started on replacing/repairing the sheetrock that was damaged recently when the hose to my icemaker decided to spring a leak behind the refrigerator. Now that the floors are all refinished, they will be working in both the kitchen and the basement. I can't wait to see it all finished and … [Read more...]

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4th of July Poolside Celebration In The Cool Shade Of A Fabulous Backyard Pavillion

June 20, 2024 by 13 Comments

Welcome to the 821st Tablescape Thursday! Imagine having a wonderful pavilion for dining poolside during the summer months, then imagine decorating it for the 4th of July! Elena has set a fabulous patriotic table setting for the 4th, and we are invited! Elena shared a funny story. She said, "When our kids were little, we would have a huge Fourth of July party every summer. Bands would play and I made … [Read more...]

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Upcycled Furniture Covers Are The Star Of This Wonderful Garden-Themed Tablescape

May 16, 2024 by 11 Comments

Welcome to the 816th Tablescape Thursday! Norma set a beautiful spring table recently, and you're going to love how she acquired the gorgeous, linen tablecloth she used!   Norma said, "You may remember that the man who did the work on our garden gave me the table cloth that they had covered their machinery with each night, and then I used it for Halloween."   "Well, he came to … [Read more...]

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12 Spring Table Settings That Would Work Great For A Mother’s Day Gathering

May 9, 2024 by 9 Comments

Welcome to the 815th Tablescape Thursday! Mother's Day is just three days away, so I thought it would be fun to look back at some of the Mother's Day tables I've set in the past, along with a few spring-themed table settings that are more recent and that would also work well for Mother's Day. How ever you spend Mother's Day this year, I hope it's a relaxing, enjoyable day for you and your loved … [Read more...]

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Celebrating Spring With A Table Setting In A Surprising Color For This Time Of Year

May 2, 2024 by 25 Comments

Welcome to 814th Tablescape Thursday! Recently, when I was down in the storage area of the basement, I spotted this adorable bunny cake holder and thought that I should really use it in a spring table this year. It's one of my favorite pieces to pull out and use this time of year.   Every table needs a starting point, some kind of inspiration. This bunny server was my inspiration for this … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Candlelit Table Setting, A Captivating Centerpiece & An Incredible Menu/Dessert

April 25, 2024 by 7 Comments

Welcome to the 813th Tablescape Thursday! I have a beautiful table setting to share with you this week, but first, I wanted to let you know that I'm having a little problem with my replies to your lovely comments not reaching your Inbox. I changed blog hosts recently and everything went great except with that one issue. We are working to get that resolved. In the meantime, the easiest way to see my reply to … [Read more...]

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3 Spring-Summer Table Settings + An Easy, Fun DIY Craft For The Table

April 18, 2024 by 6 Comments

Welcome to the 812th Tablescape Thursday! Happy Spring! I hope you're having a great one and seeing a lot of sunny days right now! For this week's Tablescape Thursday, I'm sharing three tables from the past along with a DIY project that I think you would enjoy making for your summer gatherings with friends and family. You'll find each table (and the craft idea) linked below for details. Entertaining on … [Read more...]

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Beautiful Spring Table Setting With The Most Charming Corner Ruby Bunny Collection

April 11, 2024 by 26 Comments

Welcome to the 811th Tablescape Thursday! Elena created a beautiful spring table setting this year for her family for Easter. Elena said, "I decided to use our Corner Ruby bunnies, so I pulled out a white on white vintage tablecloth thinking it might not be so busy."   The bunnies are soooo pretty! Oh my gosh, what a wonderful collection! Love them all!   Elena said, "I used … [Read more...]

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Celebrating Spring Dining On The Porch & An Upcoming Eclipse-Watch Party

April 4, 2024 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 810th Tablescape Thursday! It's been in the so nice and warm all this week but of course, the day I want to set a table out on the porch, it turned quite chilly with temps in the upper 50s. I didn't let that deter me, though. The porch still needs a good scrub down, I'm just waiting for pollen season to get finished. The bottle tree needs a good wash, too. Have you dived into your … [Read more...]

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A Charming, Whimsical Spring-Easter Table, Plus 4 Beautiful Spring Cakes for Dessert

March 28, 2024 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 809th Tablescape Thursday! Does March seem like it has just flown by to you? I can't believe we are almost into April! I feel like we've already had our April showers here where I live, so I'm really hoping for more sunshine this next month! I have a wonderful spring-Easter table setting to share with you for this week's Tablescape Thursday! Brenda and her wonderful hubby, Tom, … [Read more...]

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Spring Easter Table Setting With A Fragrant Daffodil Centerpiece

March 21, 2024 by 13 Comments

Welcome to the 808th Tablescape Thursday! I almost set this Easter-spring table setting out on the porch, but when I first started putting it together yesterday morning, it was still way too chilly outside. By the time I finished, the temps had reached 71°, and it had turned into an absolutely beautiful sunny day! I'm so excited that spring is here! Love this time of year! Are you seeing spring flowers … [Read more...]

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Been A Long Time Since I’ve Seen This Many Beautiful Spring Temptations!

March 14, 2024 by 18 Comments

Welcome to the 807th Tablescape Thursday! I definitely have spring on the brain these days. We've been having the most spectacular weather, lots of wonderful sunshine and beautiful blue skies! This wonderful weather put me in the mood yesterday to do some spring shopping, and oh my gosh, I found so many beautiful temptations! This beautiful table was just inside the front door when I visited Williams Sonoma … [Read more...]

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20 St. Patrick’s Day Table Settings & A Fun 4-Leaf-Clover Napkin Fold

March 7, 2024 by 22 Comments

Welcome to the 806th Tablescape Thursday! St. Patrick's Day is coming up fast, just ten days away! If you need a little inspiration for your St. Paddy's Day celebrations, you'll find 20 festive St. Patrick's Day tables linked below. At the end of this post, I'm sharing a fun 4-leaf clover napkin fold that would look great on your St. Patrick's Day table this year. Happy St. Patrick's Day!  ☘️ Click any … [Read more...]

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Romantic Dining For Two, Including A Beautiful Raspberry Lemon Cake Dessert

February 29, 2024 by 4 Comments

Welcome to the 805th Tablescape Thursday! Happy Leap Year Day! Earlier this week I shared a beautiful Valentine's Day table setting that Martha created for her Supper Club. If you missed that table setting, you'll find it here: Velvet & Sequins for Metamorphosis Monday—Pretty Daffodils, Too!)   That tablescape had an interesting change made, a twist ending that I just recently learned … [Read more...]

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Celebrating The Coming Of Spring With A Table Full Of Sunshine!

February 22, 2024 by 21 Comments

Welcome to the 804th Tablescape Thursday! Oh my gosh, we've had the most beautiful, sunshiny weather the last few days! I've never thought of myself as being someone who is affected by sunshine, or the lack thereof, but I'm starting to wonder if I'm one of those folks. I've definitely had more energy and felt a lot more zip in my step with all the glorious sunshine we've been experiencing. Do you notice … [Read more...]

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2 Beautiful Valentine’s Day Tables—One Created By A Loving Hubby & One That’s Budget Friendly

February 15, 2024 by 14 Comments

Welcome to the 803rd Tablescape Thursday! I hope you had a lovely Valentine's Day yesterday! ❤️  I know for sure Brenda did because she wrote, "I wanted to share with you a Valentine's table setting my husband set all himself and surprised me. Normally I am the lead and he is what he calls himself “the beast of burden” carrying things in and out."   Brenda's hubby created the … [Read more...]

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Spring Valentine’s Day Table With A Most Unusual Floral Centerpiece

January 18, 2024 by 30 Comments

Welcome to the 799th Tablescape Thursday! When I awoke at 4 am this morning and came downstairs to set a table for Tablescape Thursday, it was 15 degrees out on the porch. As I type this, the temps have finally reached a balmy 30 degrees. All this cold weather has me yearning for spring! Today's table is a combination Spring/Valentine's Day table with a most unusual centerpiece.   Springtime … [Read more...]

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A Woodland Table To Cozy Up To On This Cold January Day

January 11, 2024 by 23 Comments

Welcome to the 798th Tablescape Thursday! The sun had been shining so beautifully into the breakfast room all day, but just as I finished setting this table, it began to move away. If you look closely, you can see the last little sunbeam on the napkins near the bottom of this photo. Have you noticed the daylight is staying with us a little bit longer with each passing day? That makes me so happy because … [Read more...]

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Black And Silver Sequin Table Setting, Great For New Year’s Eve Or For Halloween

January 4, 2024 by 22 Comments

Welcome to the 797th Tablescape Thursday! Happy New Year! I hope your 2024 is off to a great start! Unfortunately, mine started out with a yucky cold. I had planned to make the drive from Ohio back home to Georgia on Tuesday, but I caught the cold that's been going through the family and it finally caught up with me on Monday. After a sleepless night, I didn't feel up to the 8-hour drive back home on … [Read more...]

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All Aboard The Christmas Train! Merry Christmas!

December 21, 2023 by 25 Comments

Welcome to the 795th Tablescape Thursday! Merry Christmas! I have a wonderful table to share with you today--Elena has created a beautiful table for Christmas!   Do you recognize some of the scenes on the tablecloth? They are a hint to the wonderful dinnerware Elena chose for her table.   If you were a big fan of the Better Homes and Gardens Heritage Christmas dinnerware that … [Read more...]

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An Elegant Christmas Table Setting in Silver and White

December 14, 2023 by 10 Comments

Welcome to the 794th Tablescape Thursday! I've been battling computer server issues this week but I think my host company has finally found the issue. I have painters arriving this morning to do some touch-up work on the ceiling in the garage, so it has been a crazy week! But all is well now because we are jetting off to the south of France this week for a beautiful Christmas table setting dressed in … [Read more...]

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Beautiful, Elegant Table, Hand-Crafted Runner & Star-Covered Champagne Coupes

December 7, 2023 by 22 Comments

Welcome to the 793th Tablescape Thursday! I have a beautiful table to share this week, a special table that is set with elegant, vintage/antique china. Tish, a lovely BNOTP reader, wrote, "We found a tea service years ago and only in the past year or so have found other pieces. It was produced in occupied Japan, so 70-ish years old."   Tish described her favorite china as "Noritake pattern … [Read more...]

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Nostalgic Christmas: Beautiful Snow-Covered Cottages & A Charming Gingerbread House

November 30, 2023 by 22 Comments

Welcome to the 792nd Tablescape Thursday! Yesterday was an interesting day with a few false starts at setting a table for Tablescape Thursday. It started with me discovering that the centerpiece I had planned to use was way too wide for my dining room table, so I had to completely scratch the table I had originally planned. As I worked on ideas for another table, I started feeling a bit queasy. I lay down … [Read more...]

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3 Beautiful Tables for Thanksgiving With Handmade And Cherished Family Heirlooms

November 23, 2023 by 6 Comments

Welcome to the 791st Tablescape Thursday! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your loved ones! I have two beautiful tables to share with you on this wonderful Thanksgiving Day. Sheri set this special table for her family's Thanksgiving. A family member celebrated their birthday a little before Thanksgiving and the table was also used for that special occasion.   Sheri said, "Mike made the cedar box … [Read more...]

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2 Beautiful Thanksgiving Table Settings, Lovingly Prepared for Family

November 16, 2023 by 9 Comments

Welcome to the 790th Tablescape Thursday! I have two delightful tables to share with you for this week's Tablescape Thursday! Kathy has her Thanksgiving ready for her family, and it's beautiful!   I was so excited to see Kathy set her table with Plymouth Turkey dinnerware. I've seen this pattern when visiting my local William Sonoma, so it's exciting to see it in a real Thanksgiving table … [Read more...]

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A Cozy, Warm, Candlelit Table For Fall, Mixing The New With The Vintage

November 9, 2023 by 34 Comments

Welcome to the 789th Tablescape Thursday! My favorite table settings, especially during the fall and winter, are always by candlelight.   This time of year, when nightfall begins arriving so early, I crave anything that feels cozy, warm, and comforting. Candlelight definitely gives me that.   A few days ago I purchased these rattan chargers that are currently on sale. I … [Read more...]

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Blue and White Dining, Always A Favorite!

November 2, 2023 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 788th Tablescape Thursday! I'm on my way back home today after a fun visit with family. I can't believe it's already November, fall is passing by so quickly! After a month of Halloween tables, it's definitely time for something completely different. Blue and white is one of my favorite combinations and Norma set the prettiest blue and white table recently when she had friends over for … [Read more...]

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Eek! Uninvited Guests Crash Jackie’s Halloween Dinner Party!

October 26, 2023 by 12 Comments

Welcome to the 787th Tablescape Thursday! This is our last Tablescape Thursday before Halloween is here, and I have a very creative, fun table to share with you this week. Recently, Jackie had a special dinner party planned with friends, but before her dinner guests arrived, some uninvited dinner guests crashed the party! Yikes!   Jackie said, "This year the theme is ''An Evening with … [Read more...]

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A Whimsical Halloween Table Set With My Absolute Favorite “Halloween” China

October 12, 2023 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 785th Tablescape Thursday. It's gettin' chilly around here so I had to take advantage of the warmer weather today for at least one more table setting here on the porch.   This table is similar to the one I set for Halloween last year except for a few changes in the tablecloth, glassware, centerpiece, and its location here on the porch.   The arched-back, … [Read more...]

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A Cozy Autumn Luncheon With Friends

October 5, 2023 by 11 Comments

Welcome to the 784th Tablescape Thursday. Recently, Norma, whose beautiful al fresco garden table settings I've shared before, set a beautiful fall table for a luncheon with friends.   Warm, beautiful colors for autumn...so pretty!   About the pretty leaf plates, Norma said, "The little plates are by Swinnerton, an English company founded in 1885 and are now part of the Royal … [Read more...]

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Welcome Autumn!

September 28, 2023 by 13 Comments

Welcome to the 783rd Tablescape Thursday. We are still nice and warm here. Are you seeing some autumn weather in your area, yet?   I almost set this table on the porch since the temps out were so nice,  but it was so cloudy I decided to just stay inside.   Are you tired of seeing these two deer in my fall tables? lol   I found these guys many years ago in Lowe's … [Read more...]

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Fall Dining: Celebrating the Glorious Colors of Autumn

September 21, 2023 by 11 Comments

Welcome to the 782nd Tablescape Thursday! I had planned to share a new table this week, but as the time grew closer, my mind was way too preoccupied with a major home update that was supposed to begin yesterday. At the last minute, the company doing the work had to reschedule to start tomorrow. My yard right now is littered with red, orange, and yellow flags from the various utility companies. I'll be … [Read more...]

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Whimsical Fitz & Floyd Halloween Serving Pieces, Hidden Away & Almost Forgotten

September 7, 2023 by 15 Comments

Welcome to the 780th Tablescape Thursday! Today's Tablescape Thursday is a bit different. As mentioned in an earlier post this week, the next few weeks are going to be crazy busy, at least my definition of crazy busy. Ha! I got a bug in my bustle a few weeks ago, actually, it started around the time I was having the new irrigation controller installed in the garage. In order to install an outlet on the wall … [Read more...]

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Dining Poolside: A Nostalgic Tiki-Themed Table Inspired By Childhood Memories

August 31, 2023 by 6 Comments

Welcome to the 779th Tablescape Thursday! Summer is winding down but I'm not ready to say goodbye just yet. Are you starting to see some cooler weather in your area? Recently Elena set a delightful, seaside-themed table with fun Tiki accents.   I love the cute tiki candles Elena has tucked into her centerpiece. I also love how she tucked a fishing net in among the other pieces in her … [Read more...]

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A Late Summer Table Setting–Sunflower Inspired

August 24, 2023 by 14 Comments

Welcome to the 778th Tablescape Thursday! Did you know sunflowers normally bloom starting in July and can bloom all the way into October? I didn't realize that until I researched it today. I love sunflowers so much! The info I found online said that you can have non-stop flowers from July through October if you sow new seeds/plants every couple of weeks. I wish my backyard wasn't so shady because I would … [Read more...]

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3 Seaside, Beach-Inspired Hutches & Holding Onto Summer As Long As I Can

August 17, 2023 by 6 Comments

Welcome to the 777th Tablescape Thursday! I always start feeling a bit nostalgic as we move through the month of August. The weather here in Georgia usually feels like summer well into, and sometimes all the way through, the month of September, but I know for a lot of people, the end of August signals the close of summer, especially once Labor Day hits. For this week's Tablescape Thursday, to celebrate … [Read more...]

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Going Square: Added Six (6) New Pieces To My Ma Maison Collection

August 10, 2023 by 26 Comments

Welcome to the 776th Tablescape Thursday! Last week for Tablescape Thursday, I shared a table with one of my most favorite dinnerware designs, Ma Maison by Tabletops Unlimited, designed by Dario Farrucci.   As mentioned in that previous post, I came across this beautiful dinnerware while shopping in HomeGoods many, many years ago. The HG stores only had a few pieces each. I loved this design … [Read more...]

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A Summer Escape: Blue Skies, White Puffy Clouds & A Fantasy Cottage & Garden

August 3, 2023 by 47 Comments

Welcome to the 775th Tablescape Thursday! A few days ago I shared this yummy La Fermière yogurt that I discovered while visiting family in Ohio during the month of July. The glazed terra cotta pots that it comes in were way too cute to toss out, so I kept making trips back to Dorothy Lane Market in hopes of collecting a few to use in a future table setting. I managed to collect 7 adorable little pots before … [Read more...]

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Dining in the French Countryside, A French Farmhouse Table With Wonderful Antiques

July 20, 2023 by 26 Comments

Welcome to the 773rd Tablescape Thursday! We are dining outdoors in the French countryside today for Tablescape Thursday. Norma, who lives in the south of France, has invited us over for a wonderful luncheon, French-Farmhouse style!   Norma sewed a delightful red and white bunting for the occasion. The bunting makes this outdoor gathering feel extra special and I love that Norma always makes … [Read more...]

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So Many Summer Sales, Including Beautiful, Classic Villeroy & Boch!

July 13, 2023 by 7 Comments

Welcome to the 772nd Tablescape Thursday! July is turning out to be a fun month for sales. Amazon just had their huge 2-day Prime Days Sale, Nordstrom is in the midst of their once-a-year Anniversary Sale which opens up to everyone on Monday and a lot of my favorite stores are celebrating Christmas in July. With so many great sales happening, I decided to see what's on sale for us dish lovers. Pottery … [Read more...]

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Naughty Ants & They’re Stealing All The Strawberries! It’s An Invasion!

July 6, 2023 by 40 Comments

Welcome to the 771st Tablescape Thursday! When my son was little, one of his favorite books was a Caldecott Medal-winner by Chris Van Allsburg (author of Jumanji and The Polar Express) called, Two Bad Ants. As I was setting this table, I couldn't help but think of that book.   The cousins of those two bad ants in Van Allsburg's book have found their way to my table this … [Read more...]

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Planning a Last-Minute 4th of July Table-Celebration, So Many Wonderful Finds!

June 29, 2023 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 770th Tablescape Thursday! It has been a crazy week around here. The plumber has been here checking to see if I can move my washer connections to another wall in the laundry room for a possible future laundry room renovation, and he's coming back today for a follow-up. The roof cleaning company is also coming back today to touch up a few places that didn't come clean when they were here … [Read more...]

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A Charming, Rustic-French Table Setting, Complete With A Beautiful Tarte Soleil Appetizer

June 22, 2023 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 769th Tablescape Thursday! Thanks so much for all your comments on yesterday's post. I have so much to share about how things went yesterday. Let me just say, I think I see a Speed Queen TR5 or TR7 washer in my future. More about that later--for now, we've been invited to a wonderful luncheon in the south of France! ♥ Norma, a lovely BNOTP reader who has become a friend over the … [Read more...]

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Swimming With The Crabs In This Blue, White & Chartreuse Table Setting

June 15, 2023 by 35 Comments

Welcome to the 768th Tablescape Thursday! Lately, I've been challenging myself to use some of my older dinnerware pieces, so yesterday I dug way back in the cabinets and pulled out some plates and glasses that I haven't thought about in a long, long time.   It's always fun to see if I can incorporate some of the things I've purchased recently with things I've had for many … [Read more...]

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14 Beautiful, Whimsical Flatware Designs & A Strategy For Acquiring Them All! ;)

June 1, 2023 by 20 Comments

Welcome to the 766th Tablescape Thursday! Have you ever done an online search for unique flatware? Every so often I do that just to see what fun, whimsical flatware has been created. I love a beautiful elegant table setting, but my favorite tables are the fun ones, those tables that make you smile or feel a bit like a kid again. Sometimes it's the flatware that can really bring a bit of magic or fun to a … [Read more...]

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The Tablecloth Really Changes Everything

May 25, 2023 by 53 Comments

Welcome to the 765th Tablescape Thursday! How is your week going? It's been a busy one here. The painter finished painting the storage room yesterday, and on Tuesday, I started priming/painting the workbench in this room. I hope to finish it today or tomorrow. Look forward to sharing the finished space on Monday!   We are back out on the porch for this week's Tablescape Thursday. The weather … [Read more...]

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2 Tables That Are A Work In Progress & I’m A Little Distracted This Week

May 18, 2023 by 26 Comments

Welcome to the 764th Tablescape Thursday! I've been working on a table the last couple of weeks, but I'm having trouble finding the right salad plates. These adorable flamingo napkins are my inspiration, but when shopping for flamingo-themed salad plates in the right color, I'm only finding the melamine version. I may end up having to buy those since that seems to be all that's available. Here's a little … [Read more...]

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Porch Dining: A Spring-Summer Table Setting Out On The Porch

May 11, 2023 by 17 Comments

Welcome to the 763rd Tablescape Thursday! It's been so warm here this week and I am loving it! I couldn't resist a sunny, happy table out here on the porch.   I hope you are seeing warmer temps, too!   This has been a busy few days with an electrician here adding new lighting to the basement, crawl-space storage room, and the upstairs hallway. If you missed those posts, click … [Read more...]

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3 Special Table Settings Featuring Beautiful Vintage Tablecloths!

May 4, 2023 by 8 Comments

Welcome to the 762nd Tablescape Thursday! Oh my gosh, it's been a wild week around here! I had planned to complete the work on the unfinished part of my basement at a gradual pace over the next couple of months, but I got a bee in my bonnet and decided to go full-steam ahead. I'm eager to get my workbench and freezer moved back into the room as soon as possible, so that means going ahead and scheduling to … [Read more...]

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Dining Seaside: A Beachy, Nautical-Themed Tablescape & 2 Adorable Shorebirds

April 20, 2023 by 31 Comments

Welcome to the 760th Tablescape Thursday! It was in the 70s yesterday so I couldn't resist setting a table here on the porch. There was a fresh, light layer of pollen on the surface of the table that had to be cleaned away first. Be glad when pollen season is over. I think we're on the tail end of it now.   I started out with plans to use these sunflower napkins I shared recently. In the … [Read more...]

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Ma Maison, My Favorite Dinnerware For Porch Dining

April 13, 2023 by 16 Comments

Welcome to the 759th Tablescape Thursday! It's been ages since I've flown anywhere, so a long time since I've been through the Atlanta Airport. Instead of taking the Plane Train, I decided to walk to the baggage claim/pickup area and was surprised to come across this beautiful scene!   I felt like I was in a tropical forest. I wish more of the ceilings throughout the airport were done this … [Read more...]

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A Ray of Sunshine On A Beautiful Spring Day!

April 6, 2023 by 21 Comments

Welcome to the 758th Tablescape Thursday! I'm currently visiting family and it has turned cold again! I jokingly told my son and DIL that their weather hates me because it was in the 70s just before I arrived and goes back up to the 70s the day after I leave. Hope you are seeing some sunshine and warmer temps where you live! Recently I heard from Norma, who lives in the south of France. Norma said, "I am … [Read more...]

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How I Store/Organize My Napkins + Some New Additions For Spring and Summer

March 23, 2023 by 35 Comments

Welcome to the 756th Tablescape Thursday! If you've been reading BNOTP for a while, you know that I store a lot of the goodies I use in table settings in these cabinets here in my garage. I've been doing this for quite a few years now and it has worked out really well. It's super convenient having so many things grouped in one place and so close to the three areas where I normally set tables in my … [Read more...]

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