Noritake Desert Flowers Summer Tablescape

While most of the country is experiencing a little Summer rain once in a while - some parts are even undergoing major storms - we, here in California, once again, are suffering through another year of drought conditions. That means there is a possibility of water rationing, severe fire danger, power grid "safety" shutoffs, and extremely high temperatures up and down the state. This made Pat think about pulling out her vintage set of Noritake "Desert Flowers"  dinnerware that she purchased over 40 years ago. Seems like the perfect weather to set a table with them.....

The flatware is also vintage - "Iron Brown" by Noritake - it was my everyday pattern over 40 years ago

We found these unique place mats at a local antique and gift shop a few years ago

Glassware is "Clarion Brown" by Lenox. I have had this set since 1977 - with a few purchases from Replacements.com to replace two or three glasses. They are remarkable sturdy.

Close up of the centerpiece arrangement. Pat took fresh succulents from my yard and placed them throughout an assortment of rustic and metallic balls.

One last look at the table

Where it came from:

Place Mats - from Art and Old Things (a local antique store) a few years ago

Dinnerware - "Desert Flower" by Noritake from Walsh's (another local store now out of business that specialized in Bridal dinnerware and gifts)

Bread and Butter Plates - "Chocolate" Fiesta(ware) by Homer Laughlin from Replacements.com

Flatware - "Iron Brown" by Noritake from Walsh's over 40 years ago

Glassware - "Clarion" by Lenox from Walsh's and Replacements

Tan Napkins - from Pier 1 two years ago

Centerpiece Basket - from Michael's three or four years ago

Assorted Balls - from Pier 1 over the years

This week, we will be joining "Tablescape Thursday" at Between Naps on the Porch:  http://betweennapsontheporch.net/