Well hello there! I'll bet you thought I fell off the face of the earth! Nope, all is well. I am settling in at my new job and am finding time to start posting here again!
Life has been so hectic I didn't even set a Thanksgiving tablescape this year. It was just Mr. B and me so, it worked out fine. But, I really wanted to set a festive Christmas Tablescape and in spite of being out of practice, I think I did alright.
Poinsettias purchased on Black Friday at Home Depot were just one of my inspirations for the table.
I had hoped to get pink or white ones but they were already gone by the time I got there but I think someone was watching out for me because the red ones are still so beautiful and vibrant!
I used my gold mirrored tray from World Market and set up a pretty centerpiece with the poinsettias, antlers, some greenery, pinecones and battery tealights.
I am so thankful my buddy Christine from Rustic & Refined sent me the antlers last year! I just loved using them on a tablescape them again!
I used my standby red candlesticks on each side of the centerpiece. I found the red battery operated candles at IKEA a few weeks ago and I am in love with them!!
Another inspiration for the table were the plaid chargers I snatched up at Michael's on a recent daily deal!
Topped with a thrift store vintage Johnson Bros dinner plate and a holly themed salad plate from the Corelle outlet they are the perfect compliment to the holiday setting. I also mimicked the gold from the centerpiece by using my vintage gold plated flatware.
In keeping with the theme, I placed a poinsettia ornament in a trifle bowl at each setting.
I purchased the poinsettia napkin rings about a decade ago on clearance at Pier 1. They still had the price tag on them when I pulled them out to use on this table. I paid $2.98 each. The green napkins almost perfectly match the green in the chargers.
And since I like a little whimsy on my tables, I added this pair of nutcracker salt & pepper shakers to the table. They do make me smile!
So for being a little at rusty setting a festive table, I think I did a fine job!
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This is so pretty! I just bought a poinsettia the other day. You've given me some great ideas :)
ReplyDeleteYay your back! I love, love, love your table! It's perfect!
ReplyDeleteYour table looks so pretty and all ready for the holidays. The place settings are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteBev
It is so pretty! I don't think I've set a table since last Christmas. I hope to do one this coming week and maybe even a few in the new year!
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Linda
What a beautiful table, Kathe. I am a sucker for red and for anything Christmas, so this one hit the spot! I love the idea of the ornament in the glass. What a fun way to add a little sparkle! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeletePretty, pretty....I really like the plaid chargers and the holly dishes! I also have those battery operated tapers - love 'em! Pretty centerpiece, too!! Happy Holidays!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful tablescape. I really love all of those pops of red and the poinsettias make all of the difference.. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteLove your table! Everytime I look at it It reminds me of one of the greatest women in my life. My grammy...she would buy red poinsettias. Always red. and could keep them alive and the size of a Volkswagen by the end of summer!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the shout out, it is such a nice surprise!
Kathe, your table looks awesome. I scored some of those chargers from Michael's too, for yet another look. They are so versatile. Those poinsettia ornaments are gorgeous (vintage?)! And your Nutcracker S&P - so cute! I hope you have a very Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteRita C at Panoply
Such a unique centerpiece! I wish I had snagged some of the plaid tartan chargers when I see them, now they're all gone. Merry Christmas and good luck with the new job!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty!
ReplyDeleteYour table is beautiful! Merry Christmas! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
ReplyDeleteGlad you are back Kathe! Your table is beautiful. Love the layering of plates, especially the plaid chargers! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
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Jann
Very Pretty! Thanks for sharing on My 2 Favorite things on Thursday! I'm excited to start the party back up tomorrow and hope you will join me!! Pinned!
ReplyDeleteI was so excited to see you linked up! You getting back into blogging a bit?? You were sorely missed! These youngins are thinking they're taking over the world and driving me crazy. ;-)
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