Uniquely Yellow Valentine Tablescape

As most people know, we love tablescapes using out of the ordinary color combinations. So, naturally, Valentine's Day is no exception. This week's table uses my favorite color - yellow. Yes, it's not the typical color that you think of for Valentine's Day, but it was fun to use.

Disclaimer:  If the pictures are out of focus, I apologize. I just got back from the Ophthalmologist where I had my eyes dilated for the exam (you know how much fun that is.....)  I can hardly see but the sun is finally out after several days of wet, gray weather [which is a blessing and a curse when your pupils are enormous but you are enduring a severe drought and need rain] - anyway, it was now or never to get pictures of the table. I can't wait to see what the blog and the table look like tomorrow when I can see.......

Over view of the table

The place setting

Flatware is "April" silverplate by Wm. Rogers & Son

Pat added small, individual arrangements of daffodils to each place setting

The place setting started with this small white appetizer plate

Next is a Fiesta "Sunshine" salad plate

The dinner plate is "Racine" by Hutschenreuther

Pat added bright yellow ribbon for more color

of course, heart-shaped votive holders for Valentine's Day

The centerpiece is simple yellow heart-shaped boxes (later for the guests to take home) stacked on a clear glass cake stand

The gift boxes are topped with an elegant small rose arrangement

One last look from the other end of the table

Where it came from:
White tablecloth - from our collection
White Charger - from Maryland China Company
Flatware - "April" Silverplate by Wm Rogers & Son from Pat
Dinner Plate - "Racine" by Hutschenreuther from eBay
Yellow Dishware - "Sunflower" Fiesta by Homer Laughlin from Macy's and Replacements
White Accent Plate - from Bed, Bath, and Beyond
Candle Holders - by Abingdon Pottery Company from eBay
Glassware - from Pier 1
Napkins - vintage napkins purchased at Art & Old Things (a local antique store)
Heart-shaped Votive Holders - Dollar Store years ago
Yellow Candles and Tea lights - Bed, Bath, and Beyond
Heart Boxes - Michael's

We will be joining Susan at "Between Naps on the Porch" this Thursday:  http://betweennapsontheporch.net/

Another Amber Tablescape

Guess it's obvious that I like amber - especially amber colored glass since we seem to set lots of tables with it. This week, I talked Pat into doing another table using amber and some of our more unused dishes in our "arsenal" of dishware and tablescaping supplies. Once she got started, the table came together quickly:

Over view of the table

The place setting

Not only are we experiencing a horrible drought, we are also experiencing very grab, gray days. Sorry the color is awful. The dinner plate is actually a beautiful blue that matches the blue in the accent plate and placemat.

We actually used this plate last week but it goes perfectly with the accent plate

We bought these plates from Pier 1 a couple years ago - and on sale........

Flatware is "Montana" Stainless Steel by Gourmet Settings

Pat pruned her "Harry Lauder Walking Stick" tree (Corylus Avellana Contorta) and used some of the branches in the centerpiece

Pat used amber compotes as candle holders

Then she used amber Depressionware sherbets around the table to add more color

One last look from the other end of the table

Where it came from:
Tablecloth - Bed, Bath, and Beyond
Placemat, Napkins, and Napkin Rings - Pier 1 (over the last two or three years)
Flatware - "Montana" by Gourmet Settings from Bed, Bath, and Beyond
Charger - Black (Indigo) "Color Spectrum" by Mikasa from eBay and Replacements
Black Bread/Butter Plates - Fiesta by Homer Laughlin from Replacements
Dishware - from Pier 1 over the last three years
Glassware - from Pier 1 two years ago
Amber Sherbets - "Diana" by Federal Glass (Depressionware glass) from eBay
Amber Spiral Candleholders - Cancer "Discovery Thrift Shop" in Eureka, CA
Amber Candle/Flower Holders - from Art & Old Things (a local antique store)
Amber Cylinder Vase - from Cuddly Bear Boutique (a local junk/thrift store)
Amber Votive Holders - Bed, Bath, and Beyond
Candles/Tea Lights/Flowers - Michael's

We will be joining Susan at "Between Naps on the Porch" this Thursday:  http://betweennapsontheporch.net/