I was immediately drawn to the colors, but knew instantly how wonderful they would look with my recently acquired black and white damask plates. Recently while at Marshall’s, I happened upon an almost identical black and white damask tablecloth. My head starting spinning…
I knew the tablecloth and the plates would get lost if placed one on top of the other. A simple placemat would be okay, but then I found some clearance rack polka-dot fabric that just screamed to me.
It said something like…”Giiirrrl, you best get yo’self over here and scoop me up. You know you want me.” Giggle! Was that fabric reading my mind? I also scooped up a remnant piece of the coordinating opposite print for napkins.
I added two widths of fabric down on each side of the table….over the black and white tablecloth.
Next, I added a silver charger and the two plates. But it needed something. So, I whipped out my plastic bin of ribbons and found a short length of black and white polka dot ribbon I had used once to tie napkins. I placed a length between the two plates. Perfect!!! Just the little bit of drama that was needed to distinguish the two very separate designs.
(I had planned on going into my dissertation about why these patterns work, but remembered the 4 second blog rule. I am already 6.8 minutes over time. eek!)
My latest find at Marshall’s is this darling handmade set of forks, knives and spoons. You also see a close-up of the polka dot fabric.
I love the curly ends. Sooo cute!
Here is a view of the coordinating print I used for napkins.
Next, I needed to work on the centerpiece. Again, I head up to the attic and pulled out my floral bin. (or I should say binS). I found a bushy stem of lilacs, but knew that alone would be too plain. I had three single cala lily’s and four gerbera daisies. Yep, that would work. While I was at it…I grabbed two bunches of faux grapes.
(yes, I should use real – but its pouring rain outside and while I do think very highly of all my blogger friends…I ain’t heading out there to get you real grapes.)
A plain vase and a french wired bow later…I was in biz. I tucked the bunches of grapes at the edge of the vase so they would cascade down. Next I added one of my favorite touches to a centerpiece…ribbon loops.
Just a few loops was all that was needed, and I loved how it tied in with the ribbon under the plates.
Now, I needed something which stayed within grape and wine “earthy” theme, but something which also melded with the celadon color scheme. I found a box ‘o rocks at Marshall’s the same day I found my wine plates.
But oh no – not just any ole’ box ‘o rocks…but moss covered rocks.
Debbie at Confessions of a Plate Addict once featured rock candles on one of her recent tablescapes. So something clicked in my freaky head….”yes, oh crafty one – you can have your own rock candles.” So, I grabbed a Wolfgang Puck paring knife (sorry Wolf) and went to work.
I carved out a circle just large enough for a tealight candle. It worked beautifully. My Cordon Bleu instructor would be impressed with my knife skills.
It was time for the special fillers….the “details.”
…such as this $1 clearance bin mini, silver frame used as a namecard holder.
I also added my wonderfully, versatile pair of crystal candleholders on each side of the floral centerpiece. I like to use “fillers” in the bottom of these candleholders. Remember how I used sugar in a recent tablescape?
I looked around the kitchen, and my eye went straight to the perfect filler…can you guess what it is? I’ll tell you at the end! 🙂
Since this tablescape is set for an intimate two-couple dinner with a wine-themed menu…I couldn’t leave out the decanter. I love this piece and use it often when I entertain.
once in a blue moon... says
great table, loved it!
View Commentellen b says
Oh now this is so darn pretty. I love that color combination. The accessories you added and the polka dot ribbon really sets things off so nicely. Sheesh I’m in love…
View CommentDebbie @ ribbonwoodcottage.blogspot.com says
Every bit of your table is beautiful and so well thought out. I absolutely love polka dots and this table covering looks great…the green and black! It is really, really beautiful!
View CommentBlessings,
Debbie
prof en retraite says
Oh Barb…Now this is amazing! Adding that green was just the thing! Your flowers are gorgeous! And I love your curly flatware! I loved your rock candles! lol A perfect tablescape from one very talented lady! Hugs…Debbie
View CommentSpecial hugs, even, to you and Mr. Grits!
mishebe says
Hands down, I love it. every single item, colors ect. Just love it. Mishelle
View Commentmbkatc230 says
Beautiful table Barb. I love the colors together, so fresh! The centerpiece is gorgeous and I love the flatware! What a find and it fits perfectly with this. Thanks for sharing this. Hugs, Kathy
View CommentLinda says
I don’t even know where to start – it is just fabulous and I love everything you have done. The colors are just perfect! Linda
View Commentcarolinajewel says
That is a wonderful table. Every detail is perfect! I love the color combination too. I had a friend give me a present for Christmas wrapped in celadon green paper tied with a black and white bow and she laughed when I took a picture of it before I unwrapped it. I like the corn meal filler idea! 😀 Jewel
View CommentKathleen Ellis says
Oh, Barb! this is beautiful! I, too, love this color scheme! It is sophisticated but not stuffy!
View CommentYour moss “rocks” are great and I love how you made some into tealight holders! Every detail is just perfect!
Have a fabulous day!
;-D
Katy says
Oh MY! I love love love what you’ve done with the celedon and black/white! Everything is just SO lovely… who thought a box of rocks could look THAT good!? You rocked this tablescape girl. Thanks so much for sharing!
View Commentmarty39 says
Barb, I just love the mix of all the patterns. I’m such a fabric nut and the green dot witht he black print and the plates. So gorgeous. You make a floral arrangement seem so easy. Everything is just gorgeous. Hugs, Marty
View CommentRaggedy Girl says
I love green and this is a wonderful table. I love the black and white with it and the moss candles are darling.
Roberta Anne
View Commentxinex says
I love those color combo too, Barb. I have the same tablecloth but I took it out for my tablescape today because I wanted something light and airy. Neat idea on the tealight moss candle holders and the centerpiece is beautiful. The plates are gorgeous too. Needless to say, your tablescape is gorgeous! I forgot to add, my favorites are the flatware. I will have to find them cause I want them..Christine
View CommentEnvoy-ette says
This is very interesting! If you had all of this stuff in a pile, I wouldn’t have thought it would work…BUT you proved me wrong! It WORKS in a crazy colorful way! Well done!
View CommentLibby Murphy says
How pretty. I just love the colors and the warmth of the candle light just sets it off. That shade of green goes well with so many color combinations. Have a great weekend.
View CommentBECKY says
How very lovely! I will be participating next week using the same color palette!! Couldn’t pull it together for today!!
Love it all!!
View CommentBlessings,
Becky
Kathysue says
Barb,This is the best one yet.You can just send the whole kittin kaboodle over to me,it would just look toooooo wonderful in my diningroom.This is going in my inspiration file.Great Job sweetie,you are one talented lady.Nothing better than that combo of colors.I loved the flatware what a fun addition.All of it is absolute perfection.It made me smile realllllly BIG.Love ya,Kathysue
View CommentBo says
Oh my goodness…this was a beauty!
View CommentThe centerpiece looks like a professional arrangement…and your choice of colors was outstanding! 😉 Bo
Kathysue says
Barb, I forgot to mention the rocks,I am impressed and definately would like to try that.Your have inspired me Kathysue PS Love the new look of your blog.I am really wanting some ice tea now.
View CommentWendy says
I LOVE LOVE LOVE your tablescape and the color combination! It is a perfect table!
View Commentredsoxmom says
Ms. Barb,
Where to begin? This is my favorite tablescape this week!! I hate when things are too matchy-matchy, so I love how you added the polka dot fabric over the tablecloth. I will have to remember this trick! The combination of colors is fabulous. I saw those moss rocks, too, but I just didn’t know how to use them. You were so creative! I just saw the flatware in Ms. Janice’s TT, and I loved it there, too. 5 *****
Love it!
Blessings,
View CommentLinda
Gollum says
This is BEAUTIFUL!!!!
View CommentMiss Janice says
Love, love, love this tablescape! I’m doing a black and green soon, but it won’t be this pretty. I love EVERYTHING about your setting:-)
View CommentGlenda/MidSouth says
Don’t know which part I like the best – very pretty! Love the flower arrangement.
View CommentGlenda
~CC Catherine says
Ms. Barb…….I think you did fabulous on this tablescape! I love the colors, the unique ideas….the rock idea with the paring knife to convert it to a candle ROCKED! 😉 teahehe, couldn’t resist that one! 😉 I love the way Debbie from Confessions of a Plate Addict motivated you to think out of the box. The more I blog, the more I learn…just like this today! You really outdid yourself on this one! 😉 ~CC Catherine
View CommentRobin says
Ohhhhhh Barb, I just LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this table! I have a thing for green, ya know…lol! You are making me want to run and shop, right now!!
PS, I hope Mr. Grits is doing well and I will be praying for him!!!
Robin :o)
View CommentJeanette says
Very pretty. I love the combination of prints and the colors are beautiful. You have outdone yourself, girl.
View CommentJudyBug says
I love this table…everything! The colors, the dishes, the little moss rock candles…WOW!
JudyBug
View CommentPeggy says
That was amazing!!! Every attention to detail just drew my eye in, over and over to each little thing that made the whole tablescape come together. THe colors were perfect and I loved the polka dots. That was so pretty! Peggy from PA
View CommentCami @ Creating Myself says
You nailed this table! Every last detail was perfect.
View CommentChrissy says
AHHHHHH!!!! I want those plates!!!! I love them…both of them!! The damask ones are amazing..great post!!
View CommentFifi Flowers says
LOVE green and black table… PERFECT combo!
View CommentShelia says
Oh, my goodness, Barb! Your table is beautiful! I love your colors! It’s fun but at the same time very elegant! Just beautiful!
View Commentbe a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Linda says
Ok, I love this! One of my fav tables so far this week. That combo of the black and white with that green shade is one of my favs. I am going to do that in ,my craft room when it is built I think.
View CommentLove your little touches and the thinking outside the box with the moss rock tea lights, genius!
Linda Q
Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) says
Oh Barb.. I am loving your table. Your colors are so fresh and fun..loved the polka dot ribbon..perfect touch..Your carved out moss covered rocks stole the show girl.. this is a wonderful idea…lvoed that Mr.Grits does like Mr. P. around here…aren’t they just the cutest??? Our men are certainly patient aren’t they? hugs ~lynne~
View CommentKim Chalfant says
I’m in love with your tablescape. I love these colors together. I really like all the extra touches you do. And I need some of those moss rocks. How come I never find the good stuff at Marshall’s. I saw those damask plates there & talked myself out of them. Looking at your tablescape, I’m rethinking my decision. Guess where I’m going after work? To Marshall’s.
View CommentScribbler says
I totally get you! Hubby says my “collection” of tableware is “Obscene” or a “sickness” — I forget just what the last descriptive word was!
Ellen
View CommentBonnie says
Absolutely gorgeous, Barb! Congratulations on a beautiful tablescape. Have a great day, Bonnie
View CommentHappy To Be says
Barb this is just beautiful girl…love the polka dot ribbons that you used another great Barb Table…thanks for sharing girl…hugs and smiles Gl♥ria
View CommentSusan says
Running late this week visiting blogs….
Hope you had a great Tablescape Thursday
Susan
View CommentAngie says
Wow… great tablescape!
View CommentJanie's World says
OMG!!! I love this table and the story is so funny!!! I totally hear you about sneakin in the goods! “No, Honey, I’ve had these dishes for awhile, they’ve just been in the back of the cabinet” You have totally inspired me!!!! I can’t believe the flowers are fake. I thought they were so fresh and real!!! Great job, loved it!
View CommentDonna@designson47thstreet says
EVERYTHING about this table is perfect. I am loving it! This is why I don’t participate in TT. I would totally enjoy it, but it would take me a very long time. You have hit it to perfection.
How many of those darling sets of silverware did you get? Tooo cute!
Donna
View CommentKaren at Nittany Inspirations says
The color combination is what first struck me. Love it. However, you have put your own touch on everything like the rocks and adding grapes to the centerpiece. I never would have thought of that; and finding the polka dot fabric and using that. Great job!
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