Rather than a bedroom setting, this table belongs in her sunroom.
Now, the Sister is a partial empty nester, which means that her daughters have moved out, but their belongings have that annoying little habit of home invasion. Such is the case right now as her sunroom has become the temporary home of recent summer rental furniture.
So we set it up on her deck instead.
Personally, I think it’s even lovelier surrounded by creation.
Most things are.
The table was set this week to celebrate the
50th birthday
of her favorite nonDebbie friend.
This is the friend with whom she shared
that trip to a spa…
The friend who hosted the recent garden party.
I yakked all about it HERE.
Because the birthday girl is a dish nut and table lover, we set it in full invisible people fashion.
In truth, the two old friends merely enjoyed some dessert and lemonade.
Just go along with it, folks…
She started with Willow House plates as chargers and stacked some cobalt and white until she got to the dessert plate, which was purchased a few years ago at Bed, Bath, and Beyond.
The cobalt glass and stemware was purchased separately, and actually, both are from Walmart.
The flatware is Satinique by Oneida.
All linens were made to coordinate with her sunroom curtains. The napkins are folded fan style and cinched with a floral napkin ring. She couldn’t find the exact color flower that she wanted so she just bought white ones and painted each petal to match.
To say that she’s detail oriented
is a bit of an understatement.
She wrapped her gift to coordinate with the napkins.
How pretty is that?
The table was scattered with a variety of decorations in her color palette.
For the first time, we set a table without a single vintage accessory. Being lovers of all things vintage, we scoured around for an antique touch for the table. We tried this cobalt sugar bowl from the Duchess’s collection.
It just didn't seem to fit so we left it off.
Not to worry... I reminded my big sister that once she and her guest settled down for their birthday celebration, the table would have the vintage look.
After all, she is they are 50...
And I am not.
Happy 50th birthday to my dear friend!
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45 comments:
Seriously I laughed out loud when you said she set it in "invisible people" fashion! That is hilarious! But really, the table setting is beautiful and looks like it would be fun even with real people! :-)
Vanessa
http://southerninmyheart.blogspot.com
I'm laughing, and appreciating that gorgeous table all at the same time! Love those linens, and the gift wrap is the perfect touch! That's the kind of thing I might think of after it's too late. I love the "vintage" part! I'm starting to feel a bit vintage myself, lol!
I SO love the blue and yellow table-scape. I do have blue and white dishes ... gotten from the Pottery Barn eons ago .... but that is it. I actually really like the blue and white checks too .... I used to think the checked look was strictly "country" but I see that that isn't necessarily true. Perhaps I may put my sewing machine to work making blue and white checked napkins ..... LOVE IT ALL!
I think if I bring more dishes into this house my hubby will vacate .... LOL!
Ah, dear Ann... then don't bring them in. Bring them OUT by the pool. Wink Wink Wink...
I am lovin' the birdcage thingee with the lemons. Soooo cute! Fabulous idea! Love the present wrapped up to match too. Blue and yellow is one of my favorite combos!
I hope I can be cool like you and have lots of pretty stuff when I get these kids half grown. The only nice stuff I have is my china which hasn't seen the light of day since my wedding. So sad. And stemware? Yeah right. I only have room for sippy cups right now. Oh, but to dream of the pretty stuff that might someday fill my cabinets. Hmmmmm.
My favorite color combination - blue and yellow! Looks like a fun party plan, and pretty too. Hope you have a wonderful week. Sandi
I've so enjoyed visiting for a few minutes. I loved the blue and yellow table setting. So glad it was for good use! I'll be turning the big 50 next year. I will be stopping back by to me-ander around. Too good of reading & laughter.
IN HIM,
Karen@www.placesofmyheart.blogspot.com
That blue is just magnificent!
Love that colour combo; so beautiful and soooo French!
S
xo
I'm lovin' the table topper! The color combo is fun, and one day I'll have to try the fancy napkins:@)
You and your sister are having so much fun with this whole tablescape thing aren't you? I am jealous as my sister lives 1000 miles away and we can only "critique" the tables long distance.
Your sister's setting is just beautiful ~ much better outside, I agree.
Keep the tables coming! They are always so much fun {although I think that it is the writer that is fun!!}
Between you and me and your sister's cows, you're the only tablescaper who draws me in. Your stories are just as exciting as your tables.
Oooooh! My favorite two colors of all time-blue and yellow. Can I have a pretty table like that when I turn 50?????
xo
lynn
What a wonderful table and such a wonderful setting. I love your writing style and will visit often. So pretty!
Thank you so much for the laugh. I loved the commentary.. Invisible people... package to match the napkins, and the you aren't 50!!! Delightful and the table, oh that is simply refreshing, beautiful and the scenery is ideal.
This is so lovely -- the color combination and such attention to details make this all delightful~
I'm still giggling over your delightful sense of humor. :-)
Love the blue and yellow of the details on this table and also that it is set alfresco ~ my favorite place to dine.
Happy Birthday, to your friend. ~ sarah
You have the funnest stories and your tables are beautiful too!! I'm going to try your napkin design~
Sheila
Beautiful outdoor setting with the white wicker! I really love yellow and blues together! I'm sure your friend was very pleased with such a special tablescape for her birthday!
Katherine
Blue and yellow paired together make such a cheery table, it makes me smile. Love the layering. 50 is young!
I love the vibrant cheery tablescape. Everything is just gorgeous. The gift is wrapped so lovely. What a great way to spend with friends.
This is gorgeous!! It's so beautiful! I'd love to be there with there celebrating.
- The Tablecaper
Boy Howdy you all just get better and better at this! Love the color scheme and Happy 50th to your friend! Love the table. Great ideas!
What a lovely table. I loved the shot looking down on the table. The way you did the napkins made them look like gifts too. Such a pretty color combination.
Your table is gorgeous and in such a pretty surrounding. I enjoyed your humorous descriptions. Love the colors and all the details...Christine
Another beautiful table that I don't get to sit at...
And I even qualify - I'm 50 (+)!
Well...want to join me at the spa instead??
HAPPY 50th to your friend...Debbie, we're waiting for you to catch up!
P.S. Popped over to read your post about the garden party. You don't look ANYTHING like Bella Abzug - of course, I have never seen a picture of you. Hmmmm...naw, nobody could look like that, not even Bella :)
P.P.S. And yes, I AM old enough to remember her...alas!
What a beautiful table! I adore the way you folded your napkins! The combination of the colours is excellent and the view just stunning!
Greetings from Europe!
treasures said...
Hi. A lovely table.
I'm glad you found my organization blog helpful.
Thanks for stopping by.
Love your yakking :)
~ Julie
Count me in with the others, love love love blue and yellow (also my kitchen colors).
Here in Chicago we'd have to staple everything down so that it didn't blow away!
What a gorgeous setting for such a pretty table! LOVE the linens, and you're right about your sister being one for the details! Too fun that she painted the napkin rings to get just the right color! Blue + white + yellow is an all-time favorite color combination, and this one hits a homerun!
The table is so cute and wrapping the gift to match was brilliant! Hope the friend had a great time!
Your table setting is beautiful. Love your combination of colors - very classic and pretty!
Christi @ A Southern Life
So,sew,sweet,love it!..and really enjoyed reading and laughing.
Oh you are SO SMART and FUNNY! I am still laughing after reading your post. And I am still so happy after reading your comment to ME! XOXO Jules from bles-id
Love your colors and the dishes too. Very beautiful outside in that setting too! Thanks for stopping by.
Sherry
Beautiful, fun table but even better is your sense of humor!!!!!!!!!! Loved the gift wraped to match too!
What a great tablescape and what a perfect setting!
This one could have had a coveted spot in Carolyne Roehm's PRESENTATIONS. Very well conceived and executed. Blue, yellow, & white is my all time favorite color combination. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay
I love how fresh and pretty this table looks!
Wow, the deck looks fantastic. Love the color combinations, the light, the arrangement. Great pictures, I wish I had been there to see it all with my eyes.
What a fun post! My favorite part is where you say the 50 year olds will bring a touch of vintage to the table! LOL.
how many ways can one say I Loved, I loved it, I loved it? Frankly it's even more delightful with your writing style. I am trying to get up the courage to try this-oh yes I do it all the time but to share in this way seems like a real challenge. Frankly I haven't yet figured out all the linking details-don't know if I can manage the tech part :^)
http://mygrammashouse.blogspot.com
That table setting was absolutely fantastic. I loved it. Awesome.
sandie w/♥
Beautiful! I love the colors and I am a dish nut too.
I am howling right now! I read this blog just after the new July 4th post of today which got the laughter started...this one finished me off. Your writing style is hysterical and your tablescapes are fantastic!
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