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Sunday, June 10, 2012

A Garden Party


Don't you just love summer? Short-lived though it may be in this neck of the woods, I enjoy every precious moment. The bright sunny days, the surrounding greenery, blooming flowers, outdoor picnics, and planning summer vacations are enough to lift my spirits and make me smile :) I love outdoor entertaining! Remember the succulent peat pot party favors for my garden party? Well, today I thought I will share with you the outdoor table I had set for my guests: 
The elements that went into my impromptu garden tablesetting:
I love succulents, as you can probably tell! Planted in clay saucers, they make beautiful centerpieces for any garden party:

Two different sizes of shallow clay saucers (6" and 8") were stacked after spreading a layer of potting soil in each. Stones and succulents were then added alternately in each saucer:
Stones help improve drainage as well as look pleasant visually:
I added a mini clay pot at the top that acts as a candle holder:

An image of  Marie Antoinette from The Graphics Fairy was added as a tag around the candle, and a glass hurricane shade placed over it finishes off my centerpiece nicely:
Love how it turned out:

I found this urn at Michael's. I like the graceful shapes of garden urns. They make wonderful planters for ferns:

These beautiful glasses are from the Dollar Store. I adore the leafy green color of these glasses:

A small cream pitcher holds the spoons:
White luncheon plates with ecru napkins:

This plant stand from Ross is used as a stand for the plates:


I used peat pots to make these candle holders. Click HERE to view how to make these crown peat pots. After painting them with black craft paint I mod-podged a French label from The Graphics Fairy:
It's funny how this one says "rats in the basement." I certainly don't want those rodents in my basement (lol!)
The numbered tags around each of these candles are found from Pinterest HERE. Since I used taper candles, I placed a mini clay pot inside the peat pot to act as a candle holder for safety reasons :
Next, I cut out  the number labels and glued them to round metal discs, easy peasy!

While they do look adorable, one word of caution I would like to add here: never leave burning candles unattended. Next time, I am going to use votives or pillar candle candles which burn inward in lieu of taper candles that drip down. As the candle burned, the melting wax kept dripping over the tag (and thread), and, eventually, we had to remove the entire tag as it was a safety hazard....lesson learned!
See what I mean:


 The tag had to go. It is cute even without the number tags:

It is important to place the mini clay pot inside the peat pots to catch all the drips from the melting wax:
I hope you enjoyed my garden tablescape:
I'm so glad you stopped by for a visit. I always appreciate your sweet notes and thoughts. They make me smile!


Thank you Terri @ A Creative Princess for featuring my "Beachy" Living room HERE. Stop by and say hello to Terri  and be inspired by her many creative projects or take part in her weekly party along with other inspiring crafters. 
Linking to:
Fishtail Cottage: Cottage Garden Party
Stone Gable: Tutorial Tips and Tidbits
I Gotta Try That
The Graphics Fairy: Brag Monday
No Minimalist Here: Open House Party



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63 comments:

  1. Barbara F.June 10, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    Just beautiful, Poppy. I never paid much attention to succulents but they are growing on me, especially the way you displayed yours. xo

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  2. AmantisimaJune 10, 2012 at 2:00 PM

    !que bonito todo!el jardin se ve precioso

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  3. Little Susie Home MakerJune 10, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    How pretty! So many lovely ideas I want to copy AGAIN!!!
    Blessings,
    Susie

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  4. Judy BiggerstaffJune 10, 2012 at 6:58 PM

    Love your creativity Poppy. Every element goes so perfectly together. Must have taken much thought. Great post.

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  5. chateau chicJune 10, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    Hi Poppy, Your garden party table setting is so pretty!! I like the idea of using the plant stand for your plates. I'll have to tuck that one in the back of my mind to use sometime.
    Thanks for stopping by and your lovely comments.
    Mary Alicee

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  6. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinJune 10, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    Poppy, it all is just so very pretty! Wonderful job!! It made me sigh! Thank you for sharing. Also, thank you for the visit and sweet comment @TheDedicatedHouse. As always, it means the world. Also, I'm hosting my very first link party starting tomorrow morning @ 8am cst. I would love it if you linked up your Garden Party. Wishing you a grand evening. Toodles, Kathryn

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  7. SoSimpleJune 10, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    Wow. Thanks for the great idea. I have a few saucers left behind from clay pots that broke in a windstorm earlier this year. You did a beautiful job and the candle added is adorable!

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  8. Alison @ The PolohouseJune 11, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    How pretty!
    Oh how I would love to sit there and enjoy a glass of wine or lemonade or even water!

    Just lovely.

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  9. OliveJune 11, 2012 at 5:20 PM

    The succulents with the hurricane in the center are the bomb diggity...love the whole tablescape. Casual and pretty...just how I like them with stacked dishes. I cannot get forks and such straight myself...so I stack and pile up my scapes. hugs. olive

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  10. Shabby Brocante, KarenJune 11, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    Wow. Just gorgeous! I love the stacked terra cotta saucers with the succulents...and then the hurricane. I have lots of succulents and they transplant easily. I'll ave try this! How cute is that? "Rats de Cave" too funny, but always beautiful in French (written or spoken) I can't believe that was once a peat moss pot. Unbelievable.

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  11. AnaJune 11, 2012 at 8:26 PM

    Hi Poppy,
    Your garden tablescape is absolutely perfect for the summer. Loved all the elements. I can' t wait for summer. Summer officially starts tomorrow afternoon for us. It's my daughter's last day of school...Yay! Enjoy your summer.

    Hugs and Kisses,
    Ana

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  12. Ivy and ElephantsJune 11, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    So many great ideas from this one post!Your dish garden is sooo pretty with the candle, and I love the silver in the white ironstone pitcher, ...Everything!
    Great post,
    Patti

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  13. KathyJune 12, 2012 at 7:16 AM

    Hello Poppy, This is a beautiful, very creative tablesetting. I love the plant stand for the plates - I can see you've inspired many! The tags look great and we'll take note not to keep them on too long while burning - love everything - and isn't it funny that everything written in French looks and sounds great! I hope you have a wonderful week,
    Kathy

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  14. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 12, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    This is totally unreal. I love it. The succulent centerpiece is so creative and I love the entire setting. Beautifully done. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  15. GenevaJune 12, 2012 at 10:26 AM

    Poppy... your outdoor table is so pretty & creative. I loved seeing all your beautiful photographs!!! Good Job!
    Blessings!
    Geneva

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  16. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideJune 12, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    This is so lovely! Thanks for sharing!

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  17. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenJune 12, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    Poppy, I LOVE your clay saucer planter for your succulents AND with the candle holder. Thanks for the tips on burning votives next time. I also loved the idea of the plant stand as a plate holder. It adds great height to your tablescape. The goblets from DT are great, too!!

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  18. SarahJune 12, 2012 at 8:58 PM

    Poppy, I'm trying my hand with succulents on my terrace this summer. I'm going to copy your centerpiece idea. This is terrific. Thanks for sharing.

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  19. AlediaJune 13, 2012 at 12:16 AM

    What a gorgeous garden setting! I love the succulents, well done!!

    Have a wonderful night!
    Aledia @ Plum Perfect

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  20. My Dream CanvasJune 13, 2012 at 12:39 AM

    What a beautiful setting. Love it. See you at My Dream Canvas :) Have a great day! Anu

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  21. allisamazingJune 13, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    Your table for the garden party is just lovely :)

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  22. EmreenJune 13, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    Beautiful table setting... Love the succulent planter... Lovely !!

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  23. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️June 13, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    Hi Poppy,

    Your garden party is such a sweet looking delight. You are very creative.

    Dee

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  24. Rosemary@villabarnesJune 13, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    So many cute touches. The peat pot is adorable, and of course, I love that urn.

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  25. BabsJune 13, 2012 at 7:55 PM

    Poppy your table is gorgeous and you're so creative. LOVE the succulent trays...I may just have to "borrow" your idea.

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  26. NaturegirlJune 13, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    Such creativity in all that you shared today with your delightful tablescape!!A celebration in the garden, one of my favorite things about summer!You are one gifted lady! I enjoyed my first visit here!

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  27. highheeledlifeJune 13, 2012 at 11:10 PM

    Breath taking! I love your creative idea of using a plant stand for the plants. xo HHL

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  28. KellyJune 13, 2012 at 11:11 PM

    What a beautiful table setting under the trees! Love the succulent centerpiece.

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  29. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenJune 14, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    Hi again, Poppy, thanks for your visit to my post, too. I think we all appreciate the visits and comments and encouragement, like you said. I'm your newest follower. xoxo

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  30. Patty MarkerJune 14, 2012 at 10:39 AM

    So many pretty ideas to take from your tablescape. Beautiful job,

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  31. Donna@Conghaile CottageJune 14, 2012 at 12:49 PM

    Hi Poppy,
    I loved all your details. OH YES, succulents are wonderful, aren't they...I especially love the ones you used that look like roses. Are the hens&chickens? My favorite thing you did was the little PEAT POT CANDLE HOLDERS(LOVE,LOVE,LOVE). AND I also love the PLATE HOLDING iron stool. I will be doing that "INSIDE"(LOVED IT)
    Thank you for all the outdoor fun today!
    Have a wonderful week,
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  32. The Farmers DaughterJune 14, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    This is a lovely garden party setting. You table is wonderful! Lots of really good ideas. . .

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  33. Stan and Jody GabaraJune 14, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    I love everything! I'm a New Follower.

    Jody

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  34. Liz @ Quirky VistasJune 14, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    I'd be more than happy to wander in your garden and sit here for a spell and enjoy a garden party. Sweet, relaxing and beautiful! Stop in and see me at Quirky Vistas.
    Liz

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  35. PattiJune 14, 2012 at 6:44 PM

    The table is just beautiful. I love the fern in the big planter.

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  36. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinJune 14, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    Poppy, you dear heart! Thank you for sharing your beautiful Garden Party at Make it Pretty Monday @TheDedicatedHouse! It means the world. Wishing you a grand evening. Toodles, Kathryn

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  37. BohemianJune 14, 2012 at 11:30 PM

    The meticulous attention to detail at your Garden Parties is sure to make them memorable! A Beautiful and Creative Summer Alfresco setting!

    Blessings from the Arizona Desert... where our Summers tend to be LONG & HOT... *Winks*... Dawn... The Bohemian

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  38. Simply TasheenaJune 15, 2012 at 6:38 AM

    Everything looks so lovely.

    Mrs. Delightful
    www.ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

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  39. ANNEJune 15, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    How pretty! I am totally copying your saucer and hens&chicks idea.

    Have a happy day!

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  40. GwenJune 15, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    Absolutely beautiful! Loved everything you did in this table scape. Thanks for sharing such great ideas!

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  41. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJune 15, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    Poppy, your entire setting is just beautiful. I love the candle holder filled with succulants. I use succulants alot on my metal vintage items. They withstand the heat well. The dripping candles look so cute. Too bad about the number tag. I know I've learned similar lessons. Thanks so much for sharing with Share Your Cup.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  42. Liz @ Quirky VistasJune 15, 2012 at 4:49 PM

    Poppy, thank you so much for coming by with your wonderful kind and encouraging words. You are so sweet!
    Liz

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  43. Ricki TreleavenJune 15, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    Your table scape is stunning. What a gorgeous setting for a party! I really like the idea of using succulents as centerpieces. So pretty! :D

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  44. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenJune 17, 2012 at 8:47 PM

    Hi Poppy,
    I've awarded you "The Sunshine Award" at:
    http://kittyskozykitchen.blogspot.com/2012/06/sunshine-award.html
    If you would like to participate, please do. If not, no worries, as I totally understand.

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  45. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingJune 17, 2012 at 10:57 PM

    Oh I agree such awesome ideas!! You always have everything decorated so beautifully!!

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  46. SherryJune 18, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    You are amazingly creative and your garden setting is gorgeous!

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  47. I Gotta Try ThatJune 19, 2012 at 1:07 PM

    This is beautiful, I want a garden party! I would love you to share it on my linky party!
    http://www.igottatrythat.com/p/blog-hop-linky-colde.html
    Thanks,
    Marcie @ www.IGottaTryThat.com

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  48. Yvonne @ StoneGableJune 19, 2012 at 10:23 PM

    Wow! What a great "impromptu" tablescape! So pretty. Thanks for the little tutorial about the succulent candle holder. It is really stunning!This is something I would love to make!
    Would you join my for my new linky party TUTORIALS TIPS AND TIDBITS. Linky goes live tomorrow (Wednesday) evening. Your post would be perfect!

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  49. Rose :: Fine Craft Guild . comJune 20, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    lovely setting! thank you for linking it up at our party at http://www.finecraftguild.com

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  50. The Charm of HomeJune 20, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    Beautiful! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  51. Ms Bingles Vintage ChristmasJune 20, 2012 at 2:55 PM

    Everything looks sooo beautiful! I am ready for a snack!
    Thanks for sharing...
    Leticia

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  52. Auro @ Add that Xtra in the OrdinaryJune 21, 2012 at 6:09 AM

    No words to explain...this is like straight from the pages of some Travel&Living magazine.Loved the alfresco dining arrangement.Just awestruck I am !

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  53. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJune 21, 2012 at 6:54 AM

    Beautiful, Poppy! I love everything about this table! I recently bought some LED votive candles that might work for you.

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  54. The Style SistersJune 22, 2012 at 11:11 AM

    This setting is just gorgeous!! I wish I had some trees in my backyard! We live in a new home area and the trees a re little.....your tablescape is so inviting and European looking....when can I come over to join you :). Come link to our Centerpiece Wednesday party on our blog and share your ideas? I love the peat moss basket / candle holder idea! Great job!

    Karin

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  55. Grace Note GiftsJune 22, 2012 at 5:16 PM

    Love it! I'm especially fond of the succulents. Everything looks simply beautiful!

    Blessings, Grace

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  56. DebbiedoosJune 24, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    Oh my goodness. I want to come to your garden party. It is quite lovely. Your pics are so pretty too. I love the succulents, and that candle is really neat Poppy!

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  57. very merry vintage styleJune 26, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    Such a pretty outdoor space. Love everything. I am really ready to add some succulents to my decor. Thanks for linking up to Share the Love Wednesday!
    Mary

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  58. Yael at Home Garden DiggersJune 28, 2012 at 1:48 AM

    Such beautiful outdoor table scapes. I particularly like the stacked suculent pots.

    Yael from Home Garden Diggers

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  59. PatJune 28, 2012 at 7:43 AM

    Looks like a magazine layout! I am thinking that little succulent planting would make a great gift for someone. Lots of hard work go into doing an outdoor tablescape. Good job!

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  60. Carlene @ Organized ClutterJune 28, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Hen and chicks are perfect for unusual container designs. Love them. Besides that, your whole vignette was amazing!

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  61. TammyJune 28, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    WOW!!!This is so stunning! Beautiful..Just found you and now following.

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  62. Fishtail CottageJune 29, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    Soooooo very cute! i love the chicks & hens idea and how you put it all together! DARLING! Thank you so much for sharing this sweet idea over here at this weeks Garden Party at Fishtail Cottage! xoox, tracie

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  63. Gracie's GardenJanuary 7, 2015 at 1:54 PM

    You are a woman after my own heart! LOVE LOVE this tablescape. You are such a clever girl, thanks for creating this table setting.
    Kathy from A Graceful Table

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Thanks for stopping by and for your loving thoughts. They make me smile!Hugs~Poppy