Spode Indian Tree and Amber Tablescape

Spode's "Indian Tree" was made from 1879 through 1994. It was most popular during the early part of the 20th Century when "busy" patterns were the norm. Together, Pat and I are lucky enough to have twelve place settings of this gorgeous dinnerware (in all honesty, I love it a lot more that Pat....).

For the centerpiece, Pat layered several amber glass pumpkins and squash on top of silk fall leaves 

Pat used copper flatware and a copper glass charger to bring out the color of the plate

The flatware is "Hammered Copper" by Hampton Forge

The napkin is a dark pumpkin color

Each year we add to our glass amber pumpkin collection

From the other end of the table

Where it came from:
Beige Placemats - from Bed, Bath, and Beyond two or three years ago
Glass Copper Charger - from Pier 1 two years ago
Dinnerware - "Indian Tree" by Spode from family heirlooms, eBay and Replacements
Flatware - "Hammered Copper" by Hampton Forge from Horchow's
Glassware - from Pier 1 several years ago
Dark Pumpkin Colored Napkins - from Pier 1 this season
Amber Glass Pumpkins and Squash - from Tuesday Morning and Pier 1 over the last three years
Silk Fall Leaves - from Michael's

We will be joining the following Blog parties this week:
"Dishing It! & Digging It!" at Rustic & Refined this Sunday:  http://www.rustic-refined.com/
"Tablescape Thursday" at Between Naps on the Porch:  http://betweennapsontheporch.net/

Fiesta(ware) and Crayons Tablescape

As you can tell, Pat and I are not ready for Autumn yet. Here in Northern California, we are blessed to enjoy some of our best weather during late September and October. The weather is pleasantly warm, the wind is calm, the skies are clear, and "all is good with the world." So this week's table reflects that.....we are celebrating the beautiful weather with a very colorful table  - and one that Pat has wanted to do for a very long time.

Every place setting is set with a different color of "Fiesta" dinnerware

Flatware is inexpensive see-through acrylic by Cambridge from Ross years ago

Pat wanted to use a simple glassware pattern since the table is so colorful

Pat used an acrylic napkin ring - once again, to not draw attention. Notice the crayon napkins..... 

Candle holders are made from aluminum cans, hot glue, and crayons.......(and burned fingers.....)

What could be more lively that six different colored candles on the table?

Place holders/napkin rings are chalk board 

"Scarlett" Fiesta(ware)

"Sunflower" Fiesta(ware)

"Lemongrass" Fiesta(ware)

"Poppy" Fiesta(ware)

"Vintage Cobalt" Fiesta(ware)

"White" Fiesta(ware)

"Shamrock" Fiesta(ware)

From the other end of the table

Where it came from:
Colorful Placemats - all from Bed, Bath, and Beyond
Dinnerware - Assorted Fiesta(ware) by Homer Laughlin from Macy's, Kohl's, Replacements, and gifts from Pat's daughter
Glassware - from the Dollar Store
Napkins - Handmade by Pat
Acrylic Napkin Rings - from Bed, Bath, and Beyond
Chalk Board Napkin Rings - from Michael's
Candles - from Michael's, Ross, and Pier 1
Crayon Candle Holders - Handmade

We will be joining the following Blog parties this week:
"Dishing It! & Digging It!" at Rustic & Refined this Sunday:  http://www.rustic-refined.com/
"Tablescape Thursday" at Between Naps on the Porch:  http://betweennapsontheporch.net/