Welcome to the March edition of our Cozy Living Series! Each month our small group of bloggers shares how they enjoy cozy living during that particular month. You'll find everyone's links at the end of this post. For me, March is the time to prepare for spring. Today I'm sharing a cozy Easter brunch for two. (This post contains affiliate links.) My new dining table from Pottery Barn is set with farmhouse style. I love the cozy appeal … [Read more...]
Pink and Blue Easter Table Setting
February 26, 2018 By 21 Comments
Welcome to the Easter edition of Styled + Set where a group of bloggers share their ideas for dining and entertaining during a holiday season. Jennifer at Celebrating Everyday Life is the blogger just before me and I just love her trophy centerpiece! I've set a pink and blue Easter table setting to give you inspiration for your own holiday celebration. Easter for me means pastel colors at the dining table; I chose pink and blue this … [Read more...]
Pink and Gray Valentine Table
January 22, 2018 By 13 Comments
Beautiful pink tulips are the inspiration for my Pink and Gray Valentine Table that I've designed for another installment of our Styled + Set series. Today I join blogging friends to bring you three days worth of beautiful Valentine tables and entertaining ideas. A special thanks to Lory at Designthusiasm for organizing this event. Ahead of me on today's tour is the lovely Janet who blogs at Shabbyfufu. I love everything she does and Valentine's … [Read more...]
Gold and Crystal Holiday Table Setting
November 29, 2017 By 8 Comments
Christmas carols are playing on Pandora, glitter is on the floor, and I'm busy planning my holiday meal. Prime rib is on the menu this year and I've opted for a gold and crystal holiday table setting. All week my blogging friends and I are featuring holiday tablescapes as part of the Styled + Set series organized by Lory at Designthusiasm. You can visit everyone's table settings at the links at the end of this post. I knew gold was going to be … [Read more...]
Christmas Table Setting Ideas
November 16, 2017 By 4 Comments
Avoid last minute holiday stress by planning your Christmas table setting ahead of time. I've collected several ideas to inspire you and get your wheels turning. Whether you prefer a simple holiday table, or a more elaborate setting, you're sure to find something here that suits your fancy. When in doubt, turn to traditional holiday decor like red and green in plaid prints. Note the clever details like candles in coffee mugs and small presents … [Read more...]
Golden Autumn Days Table Setting
October 26, 2017 By 7 Comments
Have you started planning for Thanksgiving yet? I like to get an early start because it means I'll be less stressed as the holiday draws nearer. This week I'm joining a lovely group of bloggers to share inspirational table settings; it's part of the Styled + Set series organized by Lory at Designthusiasm. My dining creation is called the Golden Autumn Days Table Setting. You'll notice the tablescape has a golden glow about it. A big welcome to … [Read more...]
Summer Table Setting for Entertaining
June 27, 2017 By 9 Comments
Summer is a casual season and when it comes to having friends and family over, entertaining should be casual and easy too. I'm joining fellow bloggers in a summer entertaining series this week. A special welcome if you're coming from Life on Virginia Street! Sarah always sets a pretty table. And a special thanks to Lory at Designthusiasm for organizing today's event! I've put together a summer table setting that's quick and fuss-free. My dining … [Read more...]
Spring Porch Dining: Boho Chic Style
April 19, 2017 By 9 Comments
When the weather turns warmer, hubby and I enjoy dining al fresco. I like to set a colorful table for outdoor meals and decided a little spring porch dining was in order. I transformed the front porch into a romantic boho chic dining area with Moroccan-style lanterns and jewel-toned place settings. (This post contains affiliate links.) When you're done checking out my outdoor spring tablescape, visit my blogging friends whose links … [Read more...]
12 Spring Table Setting Ideas
March 28, 2017 By 5 Comments
Hello Friends! I had every intention of sharing a new spring table setting with you today, but I've been a bit under the weather lately and needed to get some rest over the weekend. But good news ... I'm sharing a collection of 12 spring tablescapes to inspire your spring or Easter gatherings. I love a pretty tulip centerpiece. They make such a pretty display on any spring table. I combined pink and white tulips from the store, but you could … [Read more...]
Pink and White Table Setting
January 24, 2017 By 16 Comments
Valentine's Day gives me reason to celebrate my inner girl and bring out the pink! Pink has been my favorite color for many, many years and I'm happy to say it's my daughter's favorite color, too. So in the spirit of Cupid's holiday, I've put together a pink and white table setting. I'm joining fellow bloggers to bring you a week of entertaining. Thanks to Lory at Designthusiasm for organizing the event! And if you're here from Zevy Joy ... … [Read more...]
Winter White Table Setting
January 18, 2017 By 14 Comments
I think I mentioned in a recent post how much I love winter white. After the color of Christmas and before the vivid hues of spring and summer, I like to rest with a little white. Today I'm joining a few blogging friends to bring you creative tablescapes for parties or intimate family gatherings. I put together a winter white table setting with flowers, book pages, ribbons, and a touch of gold. (This post contains affiliate … [Read more...]
Christmas Brunch Table Setting
December 14, 2016 By 10 Comments
Have you noticed that the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas fly by faster than any other days of the year? It's like we're all flying along with Santa at warp speed to get everything done. Today I'm taking a deep breath and putting together a simple Christmas brunch table setting. (This post contains affiliate links.) Today's tablescape is part of "It's All Set" with a few of my blogging friends. You'll find links to their inspirational … [Read more...]
Deer Table Setting for Christmas Entertaining
November 29, 2016 By 16 Comments
I've set literally thousands of tables in my lifetime, and that's not an exaggeration. In high school I held a part-time job as a food server and waitress in Arthur Andersen's training center. Some of the banquets were fancy and everything had to be perfect; it's an art form. A beautiful tablescape combines form with function to create an enjoyable dining experience. I always enjoy putting a table setting together. My creation is a deer table … [Read more...]
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