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Thursday, March 13, 2014

An Irish Cuppa Tea


Hello, everyone! 
March 17th is just round the corner! 

So, today I am sharing a nice "Irish cuppa tea" with you in honor of St Patrick's Day, a favorite holiday from the land of the Emerald Isle. 

I love Ireland, and someday I would love to visit this country steeped in tradition, mystical folklore, myths of fairies, and leprechauns dancing a jig.

A magical land of endless rolling hills and shadowy mists and moors.

The Emerald isle has a long love affair with the tradition of drinking tea.

It is one of the biggest tea consuming nations in the world per capita.


The national average is four cups per person per day!


Traditionally, tea in Ireland is served hot.


With milk and sugar


To celebrate green, I have pulled out my white dishes and green jadeite to set up my tea tray

I love vintage dishes! I love using them in tablescapes and vignettes and have so much fun playing with them.
The "Alice" jadeite saucer is one of my favorite patterns, I love it!
The embossed flowers on the plates and the scalloped edge design look so pretty, and the color itself is so beautiful.


This over-sized wicker tea cup was an impulse buy from Marshalls last year. I am so glad I picked it up because there are so many ways I can use it around the house as well as outdoors in summer.

For the candle, I just wrapped some lace and ribbon around it,

hung a paper tag with a St. Paddy graphic decoupaged on it, and...

sprinkled some glitter on it, reminding me of that elusive pot of gold!

I am all set to share a nice "Irish cuppa tea" with you, won't you join me? 

Wishing everyone a Happy St. Patrick's Day!
May the luck of the Irish be with you :)

Also, I would like to thank you, my readers for your loving thoughts and comments on my Blue Willow Tablescape. I am humbled by your sweet words! And my heartfelt thanks to these dearest ladies for highlighting my Blue Willow Tablescape at their weekly link parties:

Thanks for your lovely visit! It is always a pleasure having you here!
~Hugs, Poppy~

Linking with:
Craftberry Bush:The Inspiration Gallery, Spring Linky Party
Swing into Spring
Savvy Southern Style: Wow Us Wednesdays
The Scoop
Dwellings: Amaze Me Monday
Boogieboard Cottage: Masterpiece Monday

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Sunday, February 16, 2014

Blue Willow Tablescape


Blue and White Tablescape
I love decorating my home in classic blue and white! This color combination always look elegant yet soft and casual in any kind of decor. So today, I am sharing my blue willow tablescape set up for a simple setting for two:

I have lost track of how many snow snowstorms we've had this winter, and currently we are right in the middle of another one! With snow advisories every so often, bitter cold, and frozen pipes, I am so ready for spring! 

A simple white pitcher filled with greenery not only makes a nice focal point in my blue and white tablesetting, but also a small attempt on my part to add some spring touches....

A simple fabric tag hangs from a black and white check ribbon as an accent

I stamped the rooster on the fabric tag

The white pitcher sits on a stack of small transferware plates

Stacked plates also make pretty risers in any tablescape


My cute Rooster and Hen salt and  pepper shakers
I love these guys! They look adorable in any tablesetting :) 

A grouping of three candlestick holders set the mood for this simple tablesetting for two
I like the crisp and refined look of the tall blue and white candlestick holder 

With white taper candle, it looks so elegant and beautiful in this grouping of three...so timeless! Flanked on either side by two crystal candle holders.

A layering of blue transferware


I love the Blue Willow pattern! Today's place setting is inspired by this pretty pattern. 


On top of the dinner plate is a simple white salad plate that contrasts nicely with the blue cup and saucer. 

I used my Blue Danube print tablecloth as covering for this bistro style table from Ikea. I think I've had this tablecloth since we bought our first dining room furniture :)


The pretty blue stems are from Pfaltzgraff, purchased many years back from one of their factory outlet stores.

Crystals that sparkle like jewels in light

A tribute to a blue and white tablescape
There is a full blown winter storm going on outside as I am taking these pictures, and it still continues! You can see through the windows the amount of snow piled up outside.


Thanks for your visit! It is always a pleasure having you here! I hope you enjoyed taking a peek at my blue and white tablescape. 
Stay warm and safe!
Have a lovely week ahead!

And my thanks and appreciation to these lovely ladies for showcasing my Column Pedestals at their weekly parties! Stop by and say hello if you get a chance or join their inspiring parties and share your creativity!
Kathryn @ The Dedicated House
Tammy @ One More Time Events
Deborah @ Green Willow Pond
Debra @ Common Ground

Thanks ladies!

~Hugs, Poppy~

Linking to:
Craftberry Bush:The Inspiration Gallery, Spring Linky Party
Savvy Southern Style: Wow Us Wednesdays
The Scoop
The Tablescaper: Seasonal Sundays
Dwellings: Amaze Me Monday
Boogieboard Cottage: Masterpiece Monday



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