Pat had family and friends over for Mother's Day Brunch (a annual gathering) on Sunday. This year's table theme was "modern" - quite a change from past tables. She wanted everything simple yet elegant with no glitz. I think she "nailed it" as usual. The tables were stunning. Of course, we dined on wonderful food - a huge selection of homemade baked goods (scones, cinnamon rolls, breads, etc.), fresh fruit compote in individual iced serving bowls, French Toast, sausage, and the list goes on. On the side board, she had Champagne, assorted fruit juices, and coffee. It was a grand feast to say the least.

Very simple, very elegant single flower vases served as centerpieces.

Monogrammed silver is a family heirloom belonging to Pat's husband.

Fruit compote was served in an iced liner to keep it cold.

Sleek, modern glassware goes well with the trumpet champagne glass.

The salad plate and dinner plate are white alabaster from Pier I.

The charger is a beautiful seafoam blue also from Pier I this year.

Tablecloths:  Gottschalk's (local department store out of business)

Napkins:  Tuesday Morning

Flatware:  Family heirloom

White Alabaster Dinner and Salad Plates:  Pier I this year

Charger:  Pier I this year

White Pearl Napkin ring:  Pier I last year

Bread and Butter plates, cups and saucers:  Centura by Corning (one of Pat's sets)

Water and Juice glasses, individual vases:  Pier I this year

Champagne glass:  Ross

Fruit Compote/liners:  Purchased more than 25 years ago