If I were honest with myself (and you) –
the title of this blog would be
Tablescape Gone Wrong!
or, maybe –
The Art of Compromise Tablescape.
But, Easter Parade in Paisley and Pink
sounds so much prettier, huh? 🙂
Folks, its been a long time since I tablescaped.
I remembered the excitement and thrill of the
planning and then finally – the execution of that plan.
Polishing the silver, shining the stemware,
pulling out all the plates.
But, my “mental plan” was NOWHERE near my
“executed” plan.
The plates I had envisioned were too large.
I was missing one of the six chargers I wanted to use.
The flowers I envisioned could not be found.
(fresh white tulips)
So, I went with the flow, and started pulling from
here and there. So – instead of
“Khaki Paisley with White and a Hint of Pink” –
I present to you….
“A Girly Explosion of Pink with a
Hint of White!”
🙂
This Tablescape journey started out with the purchase
of a $14.99 tablecloth I fell in love with at Marshall’s.
It was Khaki and White and could not possibly
be more beautiful paired with my new checked chairs.
That got the design wheels turning in my mind.
I imagined my black and white toile Bunny plates
with my pink and white Staffordshire plates.
Skip ahead a few thousand design ideas …
I ended up using some older pink ruffled dishes
which I forgot I even had. 🙂
I placed the ruffled pink bowl and salad plate on a
pink and white Staffordshire plate, using a large
Bordallo Pinheiro cabbage plate as a base.
(wouldn’t it be funny to know how many Bloggers own these
cabbage plates?) 🙂
But, one of the things I Iove the most are the new
chargers that I found at Pier 1.
Look at these beauties!
I refuse to spend a lot of money on any one item for a
specific Tablescape, but I knew when I saw these they were
coming home with me.
You’re probably getting tired of seeing this same ole’
centerpiece container. But, I tell you it just seems to
work with everything.
Everything I used I already had on hand.
A cute faux boxwood bunny for the center….
Some pretty ceramic eggs….
Some pink, silk Hydrangeas and some colorful feathers.
(the cats have had a field day with these feathers, btw)
Some pink cherry blossom stems and smaller crackled
eggs completed this arrangement.
I added the globes to my vintage candlesticks.
I only had shorter candles, so easy peasy –
I filled the base with moss. Problem solved!
As an homage to my Farm girl roots, I used simple white
Italian pitchers with white eggs. I added one on each end of
the table. (my touch of white) 🙂
Pink glasses purchased in England, and antique stemware
inherited from The Hubb’s grandmother.
I love these glasses. I originally purchased 18 but sadly
lost half of them when we moved back to the States.
So that’s the “bones” of the Tablescape….
Well – bones and a few “oops.”
Do you see what I saw once the pictures had been painfully
taken and edited?
Wrong silverware placement! Yep, I did it!
I so hope the Silverware Placement Police doesn’t
show up at my door tonight. eek! 🙂
The Hubb’s commented that it was “pretty”
albeit a little pink. 🙂
I envision me and Miss Caitlyn, sweet grand baby –
setting up a similar tables together.
I am happy I will have a granddaughter to pass all
of this “pink” along to.
I will add that although it comes across as a “pink
explosion,” it really is pretty surrounded by the neutral
khaki walls and pulls out the pink and white Staffordshire
plates showcased on the wall.
My grandson, Roo, was a big help to me and tested the
dishes to make sure they were, indeed, more than pretty
but they were also useful. 🙂
By the way, this is what he does when I take a pic.
He says “cheeeeese.”
And he insisted (no really he INSISTED!)
that he add his own “stemware” to the Tablescape.
I think it’s beautiful.
After all is said and done, it made me remember
how much I love to Tablescape.
But, its not a matter of simply
throwing a bunch of dishes and glasses on the table.
There is gathering and planning.
And in my case, when the plan doesn’t work out –
there is compromising.
And when that doesn’t work out, there is Plan C.
Panic.
🙂
But, in the end – you simply light the candles, step back –
and hope your camera can tell the story of a Tablescape
that started out as one design – but ended up with
an entirely different look and feel.
And that’s okay, too.
Thank you for allowing me to share this
Spring Tablescape with you.
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xxoo, Barb
♥ Sonny ♥ says
Its very pretty Barb.. good for you finding those dishes you didnt even know you had.. gotta love those happy surprises.
View CommentConfessions of a Plate Addict says
A tablescape gone wrong? I think not! It’s gorgeous, Barb! I love the layers…and those chargers…fabulous! As usual, your floral arrangements are spectacular! Love it all!…hugs…Debbie
View CommentJeanette says
Beautiful! Simply pretty and beautiful.
View CommentXoxo Jeanette
✿ⒹⒺⒺ✿@ A Lapin Life says
OMG…… Your tablescape is gorgeous!!! I love every inch of it.
Your grandson is a cutie.
Dee
View CommentFABBY'S LIVING says
I’m loving your pink bowls, chargers and everything else! You did a gorgeous tablescape Barb and it’s eye candy for me and so lucky when you find something at home you forgot you had! Just lovely. But the best is your adorable dinner guest, he’s a total darling. Thanks for sharing.
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Rooms by Ann says
Your table is beautiful tablescape. I love the pink.Thanks for sharing.
View Commentmisss_e says
Aww it turned out wonderful…I LOVE IT!
View CommentShirley@Housepitality Designs says
What is that saying?..When in doubt, you punt…and you certainly kicked it through the goal!!…Beautiful table..I just love the color combination..yes, and I agree…love at first sight with those white chargers..
A very creative, magnificent table designed by one of the best of the best!
View CommentNanaDiana says
Barb! Absolutely gorgeous and you make it look effortless really. You would never know that you struggled with a single thing on that table. I love it. I also love the little face at your table that can set his own “goblet” on the table without fear of being reprimanded. I knew I liked you! xo Diana
View CommentreFresh reStyle says
Your table is beautiful, and I’m one blogger that doesn’t have those awesome cabbage dishes! But I want some 🙂 I have the same tablecloth on my table~it’s in the blues! I don’t know if you noticed, but it looks the same! Thanks for joining the party, I am going to make sure that I am following you!
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Deb says
It all looks very pretty. Anyone sitting at that table would feel very welcomed. Those chargers are fabulous! Deb
View CommentFox Hollow Cottage says
The table is lovely. It is so soft and pretty. The little guy is pretty cute too 😉
I love those chargers. Have to check the website! So fab!! can see why you had to have them.
View CommentSweet Melanie says
Love the title! I have been recouping from surgery and have been able to sit down and visit more blogs than normal…I ran across yours and have fallen love with the tablescape you have done and got a little chuckle about your little cutie pie adding his own stemware, lol! Kids are the sweetest! What a lovely job the both of you have done, thanks for sharing!
View CommentJoanne Kennedy says
Are you kidding me! This is what you call a tablescape gone wrong?? Oh my, I can can’t wait to see one you say came out right.
This is so lovely.
View CommentMiss Char says
Your beautiful table just sings with spring and all things pink. I’m loving it, thanks for the inspiration.
View CommentPat says
A beautiful pink and white table, Barb!
I need to set the big table more often. Seems tables for two are all I do these days.
View CommentKat says
Love it Barb! I can see why those chargers jumped into your cart, and the tablecloth is perfect! For a tablescape that took a wrong turn, it sure ended up in a beautiful place! Hugs, Kat
View CommentKathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
Your table looks beautiful, Barb! I love those pink dishes! I have those chargers, too ~ I forgot all about them for my tablescape. At the time I got mine, Pier 1 only had three left and I bought all three. I sometimes use one for a cloche. Love your floral arrangement. I can’t believe that this is a Plan B tablescape; I think it looks great!
View Commentmarty (A Stroll Thru Life) says
Oh Barb, everything is so pretty and I love all of your pink. The ruffled dishes are so lovely and your centerpiece is stunning as usual. Your little guy is just so cute, I love that he helps you so much. That “smile” face is priceless. Hugs, Marty
View CommentLiz @ the Brambleberry Cottage says
I think your tablescape is gorgeous, Barb! Had you not explained what happened, we would have just assumed that this lovely tablescape was the plan all along. 😉
I would love to see you link this pretty pinkness to my linky party this week. Just click the button in my sidebar to go straight there.
Blessings,
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Diann says
this is such a pretty and sweet table! I love the colors!
View CommentPhyllis@Around the House says
I love your beautiful pink Easter table …it is the sweetest thing ever…love those swirley pink dishes
View CommentRicki Jill Treleaven says
Roo and I love your tablescape. The centerpiece is stunning! I think you have just the tight amount of pink on the table.
I am linking from ReFresh/ ReStyle.
xo,
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Elizabeth says
I love all that pink! The stemware is beautiful!
View CommentBabs says
Barb, I know what you mean about having a tablescaping idea that turns out differently…
View Commentbut your khaki, white and pink tablescape turned out beautifully, and the best part is your sweet tablescaping assistant Roo,and his little green cup. LOVE it!
Lynn says
What a beautiful tablescape! The centerpiece is my fave thing 🙂
So glad I came across your blog…I’m a new follower 🙂
Happy Spring!
View CommentCharlene@APinchofJoy says
Your tablescape is beautiful! Sometimes the things that go wrong push us to find solutions that are just right!
View CommentHappy Cottage Quilter says
Barb, you hooked me when you said Paisley and Pink. I love pink and your table is beautiful!! It’s hard being a pinkaholic 🙂
Jocelyn @
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Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage says
Barb, I LOVE your pink and white tablescape! Gorgeous centerpiece too! Lovely layers and colours. Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend.
Blessings,
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chisenfam says
Beautiful tablescape Barb! I just love paisley and pink, your dishes were lovely with the ruffled dishes being my favorite. You did a wonderful job, your dining room looks really pretty with your recent makeover in there. Carol
View CommentAnne@A Little Fur in the Paint says
Such a lovely blog!~ I’m a new follower ~ ♥♥
View CommentAnne
Suzy says
It sure doesn’t look like a tablescape gone wrong to me – it’s beautiful! I love the frosted pink stemware and the ruffled plates. Your little munchkin is pretty darn cute too!
View CommentDebbie Moore at Slice of Pie Entertaining and Cookbooks says
I think every beautiful tablescape is enhanced by a sippy cup!
View CommentMid-Atlantic Martha says
well whatever you had in mind — this is quite lovely! I also had to compromise — I have a teapot somewhere that didn’t make it to my table this week……oh well. I have those chargers too — LOVE THEM!
View CommentJana says
Your table-scape is just beautiful! I love it with all the layers and even the added little touch of the little bunny. So cute!
View CommentStyle Sisters says
I love your pink ruffle dishes! How could you forget you had them…they are gorgeous! I love all the elements of the tablescape! Thank you for linking up and sharing your ideas with us.
Karin
View CommentJann Olson says
Hi Barb, I love it all. It’s so pretty in pink. lol! Seriously though, I love the chargers and I don’t, (but would love to) own any of those cabbage plates. I do have a darling cabbage bowl and pitcher. Your checked chairs I love also. I have red checked ones at the ends of my table. I really like your more neutral ones. Little man is so cute, and you do know that his stemware fits in perfectly because turquoise is so cute with pink!
View CommentHugs,
Jann
pink*cherub*moon says
Hi! I found your beautiful blog through Feathered Nest Friday! I absolutely LOVE your tablescape! The pink and khaki go together so well! Really fond of the ruffled edged dishes and your new white chargers – very unique and the perfect touches to bring movement to the table! Everything is gorgeous and I can’t imagine that Plan A wouldn’t be proud to have stepped aside for Plan B! I’ll be following your blog now and looking forward to reading more posts and admiring more photos! Please feel free to stop by and visit me too! Hugs, Leena
View Commentsimchieinspires says
Love everything on your table top. Specially your lil grandson. He is adorable.
Happy TS,
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Karen says
Barb, your tablescape is absolutely gorgeous! Thank you for sharing it with us. *envious* that your grandson “helped” you. My first grandchild, Sonja, was born last May. I, too, have dreams of reading, cooking, and gardening with her. blessings, k
View CommentCathy says
Barb, if this is a table scape gone wrong, can’t wait to see one that you have all planned out. I am so jealous I have wanted the charges you used and just haven’t broke down and purchased. I am going to make this my next big purchase now that I have my daughter’s wedding behind me. Lovvvvveee all the pink.
View CommentKathysue says
Barb I just got home from Carmel and I am so delighted to see such a pretty Easter table. I love love it, so soft and pretty, I used that same cloth in green for my Thanksgiving table a couple of years ago, I agree it is a staple and with your checked chairs I can see you using it with so many tablescapes. Beautiful, beautiful job. Love little Roo! ♥♥♥
View CommentMiss Gracie's House says
Gorgeous table…so cheerful and pretty…love the touches of pink!
View Commenthave a great weekend!
Rene’
Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR says
Barb, I’ve been away for a bit; but, I was so excited to see this post from you! This table is absolutely gorgeous!! What a beautiful way to bring in Spring!! Looking forward to your mantel party, too!!
View Commentkaren@somewhatquirky says
I’m just wondering how you could forget you had those fab pink ruffled dishes. Does that mean if I break in and steal them that you won’t know they are gone??? Nice job on the table even if it was a happy accident.
View CommentReally pretty.
Becca says
So very beautiful, Barb!! I love your new chargers from Pier One and your Staffordshire plates are gorgeous! What a precious grandson, too.
View CommentJudy Bigg says
Barb, love your tablescape, the pinks are so soft and beautiful. Love every piece on the table. Thanks for sharing.
View CommentEntertaining Women says
Sometimes those things that come from a moment of ‘serendipity’ are the best of all. Your tablescape is beautifully balanced, and I love the soft pinks against your wonderful new khaki and white tablecloth…it all really is quite perfect with your gorgeous dining room. Glad that you’ve decided to ‘tablescape’ again…amazing word, don’t you think….it can be a verb, noun, adjective, adverb, gerund…you name it. Thanks for inviting us for a peak. Cherry Kay
View CommentSherry says
Very pretty! I love those chargers! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
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~Tablescapes By Diane~ says
Hi lovely lady.
View CommentYour tablescape is Gorgeous… so cheerful and pretty…love the touches of pink with the white.I hope you have a great weekend!
XXOO Diane
How to Nest for Less says
This is just GORGEOUS!!! Thanks for linking up this week. I’m so glad I found you!!
View CommentDesigns By Pinky says
This is gorgeous!!!! So glad you came back to tablescaping! I love those chargers too and have had my eye on them FOREVAH!!!!! Love your pink dishes too. Your grandson is adorable. Stop over sometime, I love to do tablescapes too. XO, Pinky
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