Wednesday, March 25, 2009

~Sail ~ Sand~ and ~ Sea~


Welcome to Tablescape Thursday hosted by our lovely Susan, @ Between Naps On The Porch. Please stop by to see Susan's lovely tablescapes, which are always breathtaking, along with her host of other participants.

Today, I'll call my Tablescape "Sail Sand and Sea". This is a picture I ran across, that I thought I could use in my tablescape but, I couldn't make it work. So I'll just use it as an introduction.

My tablescape was inspired by this lovely platter. It's Homer Laughlin China, and his GOTHIC style. When I saw these, I thought of seafood on the large platter. Each platter was only 3.99.

The detail almost took my breath away. The gloss look, was also pretty.

They even had the smaller plate that I thought could be used for salad or breakfast! They were 2.99 each. They are restaurant plates in surplus, that's why I was able to get them for so little.

I used this napkin ring and a candle ring that I already had. I took the candle ring apart to couple with the napkin ring for the effect below.

Soooooo pretty! This is my everyday flatware. The table mats are from Big Lots for 1.00 each, in the softest shade of blue.

I found these two, joined at the cheek at Ross for 3.99. I thought they were cute and the two fish are my sign. It's also a candle holder and I have a candle glowing inside.

Then I found the lighthouse to match, same price. They both fit perfectly into the scheme.




The large seashells I've had for a while, I got them at Marshall's for 4.99

The centerpiece, is a hurricane, on a wood base, I found it at Ross for 6.99 added a little lift and faux greenery. The cute little gobblets are by Libby, four to a box for 5.99 and I was lucky enough to find two boxes.

Thank you for visiting my calm little table by the sea, as I look forward to visiting you and your beautiful Tablescapes. Deb

46 comments:

Bridget said...

This is beautiful. I love the soft blue mixed with the shells.

Susan @ A Southern Daydreamer said...

Beautiful table! I love the beach theme!

Susan

Gini said...

Very pretty as usual!

The Liberty Belle said...

I really like your tablescape. You're so creative.

Bo said...

Oh Deb...you just keep blowing my skirt up...LOL...'cuz your tablescapes are looking sooo pro! I love the way you are combining colors, shapes & textures! ;- Bo

Chanda said...

Very nice, Love the platters. I have never been to a Ross, I wish we had one. You find the cutest stuff there.

Twice as Nice said...

Love it. The whole beach theme came together so well. I'd love to sit at your table.

Kristens Creations said...

Love your beach themed tablescape, it's really pretty! Kristen

PAT said...

Deb this is so beautiful!! I love it!

Linda (Nina's Nest) said...

That is darling! But the two little fish in the cloche are the winners! They make me smile! Really a lovely beachy setting! Linda

Susan @ Oh My! Creative said...

Love beach themes...very pretty.

Martha said...

What a graet idea -- the beach theme with the soft blues, the shells, the fishies! Beautiful table!

Kathy said...

Hello Debbie, your header makes me smile every time :-), love your tablescape those soft colours are so pretty and those little fish are adorable. Kathy.

ellen b. said...

Oh what fun! I love every detail you came up with!

Kathy's Red Door Welcome said...

Now that's a coastal look if I ever saw one. Love the fish under glass! Very pretty tablescape.

Life on the Edge said...

I just love this! I especially like the little fish with the candle light coming from within. I enjoy beach scenes so much! It looks fresh and summery.

Kady

Kathleen said...

What a pretty table...love the soft colors..great narrative too!

B said...

Today I was just looking for ideas for a "seaside" tablescape for an upcoming women's meeting at church. Your pictures have given me inspiration. Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

Mid-Atlantic Martha said...

This certainly makes me long for the beach!

xinex said...

Very beautiful! You got great deals on your fish and lighthouse candle holders. Don't you just love Ross? You know, I did a beach theme on my tablescape too....Christine

Dream Mom said...

Your tablescape was so pretty and it contrasts beautifully with your table. I loved the dishes and the pretty blue fish. Your centerpiece, the fish and you placemats were perfect. And the sign, well, that was just the absolute perfect introduction to your tablescape.

Thank you for such wonderful eye candy this week. I really enjoyed this tablescape.

Terrie's Lil' Piece of Serenity said...

Deb, I adore your sea scape tablesetting. The colors are so.. pretty. Hugs, Terrie

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

Hi Deb! what a beautiful tablescape! I love the beachy look of all of your accessories! and those wonderful plates...what a deal!! Happy TT...Debbie

Kathy said...

A really pretty table, Deb. I love the beach look.
xo...Kathy

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Domestic Designer said...

Very pretty. Now I want to go to the beach! Have a great day!

Unknown said...

Thank you for the trip to the seaside today. You had some great finds and what great prices!!! Sooo pretty! Makes me think of summer!

Ldy ~~ Dy said...

Pretty seaside theme. The soft pastel blue and your cream dishes look just perfect. Cute fishies!!

"Blossom" said...

Debbie, I like how you focused in on setting your tablescape up; very unique and lovely. The beach theme draws me in because I love the ocean. So creative and a sense of warmness.

Diana LaMarre said...

beautiful beach table. I love the twin fish candle holder--goes perfectly!

Joyce said...

Makes me want to leave for the beach immediately..great table and those little fish are darling!
Joyce

Sue said...

What a pretty sail, sand and sea table you have set for us to enjoy today.
Happy Tablescape Thursday.
Hugs,
Sue

Alisa Lucas-Brown said...

Deb,
What a soft and elegant table you have designed. I love the blue and the seashells! I also really like the way you have your napkins displayed. Happy Spring!
Alisa

Mari @ Once Upon a Plate said...

How beautiful and imaginative! I love the colors, so Springy and cheerful. Very nice!!

Tamara Jansen said...

Love the cream tones!

Kim @ Starshine Chic said...

I feel so calm & relaxed looking at your tablescape. Fabulous job! I love that the plates are oval shape.

Leigh of Tales from Bloggeritaville said...

Sooooo pretty!

Leigh
Tales from Bloggeritaville
www.lbratina.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

A beautiful Sail, sand and sea tablescape. I used a beachy theme in my ensuite bathroom but I really like the softer colours you used. Happy Spring!

Cass @ That Old House said...

What a lovely, soft, elegant table! I love it -- the soft colors, the attention to detail -- great. Thanks! Cass

Mary said...

Such a wonderful soft and elegant table! LOVE those dishes!

Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net) said...

Deb...this is gorgeous! I love your china...the sheen it has is soooo pretty, as well as lovely, subtle pattern! Girl, you'll be able to do endless tablescapes with this china! :-) That's the great thing about the neutral colors. I love how you paired it with the soft blue...such a great beachy feel! I love your sweet candles...the little fishes joined together are sooo cute! The placemats are perfect...everything is perfect! Love the cloche on the pedestal! Totally stunning tablescape! Susan

Suzanne said...

Deb, Happy belated B-Day. Love the sea tablescape. I saw the same fish and lighthouse at Ross. Don't you just love that store. You found some great finds. Happy Tablescaping. Love and Prayers, Suzanne

Miss Janice said...

Love the beach theme tablescape...love the colors and the china!

Unknown said...

Thanks for stopping by and for your kind comments. Have a great day:)

Kathleen Ellis said...

Love your Sail~Sand~and~Sea tablescape, Deb! It is so serene!how you came up with your naapkins ringss...you're so clever!
Happy April!
;-D

The Liberty Belle said...

Oh how I miss your blog!