I had so many appointments today and I had a Fall table setting promised for my fabulous blogging group today. I was going to run to the store to get flowers for my table, then it occurred to me that you probably have company coming over with no time to put a table together. So […]
A Bit of France on the Back Porch
This post was graciously sponsored by BIRCH LANE. Bonjour and welcome to our al fesco dining tour! Karianne of THISTLEWOOD FARMS started the tour on Monday with her post. Now I want some of that sweet corn she was serving. Oh well, I don’t have corn on my porch, but I do have some drinks and […]
Mix and Match for a Simply Elegant Table
I think the theme for today is mix and match and layers for a lovely and unique table. I am delighted to join some friends for a tablescape event today. I started with an antique homespun linen sheet as my tablecloth. They are rustic and usually have a seam straight down the center. Then […]
Easter Table with Meaning
I love bunnies very, very much. And I think they are fun to have for Easter decor. But this Easter, I decided to go with a theme on it being Resurrection Sunday. So, I grabbed several things for my table, some on purpose and some without thinking too much about what I had assembled. So […]
My Best 4 Tips for Holiday Tables
This Fall table setting starts with my recent splurge. Yes I have plenty of dishes. I do NOT need any more and yet I made a little purchase a few days ago. This was just a set of a few plates and demitasse cups and saucers. Why did I splurge? Well can you tell […]
4 Ways to Use White Dishes
Back when I was in junior high school, my mom bought a set of white dishes. At that time I loved color and told people I was “allergic” to white. I did not like the new white dishes. My mom went on and on about how versatile white dishes are and how they go with […]
Happy Easter and a Special Table
It’s resurrection Sunday! Oh happy day! I hope you are having a very, very blessed time with your family and friends. I remember being a little girl and wearing a very special brand new dress on Easter Sunday with shiny new shoes, a pretty hat, and white gloves. Wow, has the world changed […]
Using Spring Plants for a Fresh Look
When I buy things I LOVE a two-fer. That is something you can use for two different things. And so I try to time my garden purchases around any parties I am having. I use the plants for decor and for my table during the party, maybe enjoy them in the house for a week […]
