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Sunday, September 15, 2013

A Simple Autumn Tablescape

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"September is like no other
It's days change color and weather
No other month can say quite the same
For every day, I can feel the change" ~
Jessica Millsaps


"It's cool breezes start out warm,
Changing to cold throughout every storm
The leaves change and fall
As the summer leaves and autumn kisses us all" 

~Jessica Millsaps



"September maidens feel the change
Like the blue of the sky
Yet the color so deep
Unbelievable beauty" ~
Jessica Millsaps



"In autumn when the trees are brown 
The little leaves come tumbling down 
They do not make the slightest sound 
But lie so quietly on the ground 
Until the wind comes puffing by 
And blows them off towards the sky."




"As we watch the summer days depart 
 And the painted leaves in silence fall,"
 
Hattie L. Knapp.

"Our garden seems a dreary place, 
no brilliant flowers its borders grace,
save in a sheltered nook apart, 
where gay beneath the autumn sun
 blooms our own chrysanthemum"
Hattie L. Knapp.





Gold among the brown

Leaves of rust and scarlet
Trembling slowly down
Birds that travel southward
Lovely time to play
Nothing is as pleasant
As an autumn day!



I had so much fun setting up this simple autumnal tablescape in my backyard under the canopy of apple trees.







Elements of a table setting


The vintage silver pitcher is a thrift store find:




The burlap leaf tag found at the craft store adds a touch of rustic fall:





For napkins, I used fingertip towels




  The burlap flower napkin ring from Hobby Lobby complements

 so prettily with the leaf tag. 




Amber tumblers from the Dollar Store for chilled water.

 A white cake plate makes the perfect serveware for oranges.

Vines and ribbon tied around the bottom of the cake plate add wonderful fall accents.

The place setting:

Simple white dinner plate:

Accompanies a salad plate that reflects autumnal browns

Topped with a pumpkin-shaped soup bowl

When brought together each element of a table setting harmonizes each other so prettily

I love doing tablescapes and playing with my dishes! They are always so much fun, and I hope I have inspired you to play as well!



Thanks for stopping by! 
Have a beautiful Sunday, everyone!

~Hugs, Poppy~



Linking to:
The Polohouse: Favorites on the First
Autumn Abounds Linky Party
Savvy Southern Style: Wow Us Wednesdays 

Primp your pumpkins @ Debbiedoos


The Scoop
Chic on a Shoestring Decorating: Flaunt it Friday
Craft Dictator: Craft Frenzy Friday
Vintage Chic: Friday's Five Features





Sunday, September 8, 2013

Ode to Fall

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My Ode to Fall


Hi folks! Last week has been so hectic with my oldest daughter leaving for college for the first time and back to school for the youngest. We are still trying to get back to our regular schedule. Fall is approaching fast with cooler evenings and falling leaves!



  Before I go any further with this post I would  like to take the time to express my heartfelt thanks, appreciation, and gratitude to these lovely ladies for featuring my Tuscan Foyer and Kitchen herb station in their wonderful weekly parties! I am truly humbled to be included among the beautifully inspiring ideas and projects found in this land of blog! It lifts my spirit and warms my heart! To my wonderful readers, I just would like to add that do stop by and visit these links if you are looking for some inspiration or would like to share your very own. You won't be disappointed!


Thank you, ladies! 
You make me smile :)

Living in the northeast with long months of winter, summer is  the most coveted season. But I have to say that fall is my favorite season, short though it may be! At this time of year, I love adding a touch of fall to my home decor.


The spectacular colors of autumn speaks a language of its own:

To me, fall is in the traditional colors of the mums:


in the vibrant color of the pumpkins:



it's in the rusty hues of the faded and withered leaves strewn on the lawn:



and the woodsy smell of the pine cones:


Fall is in the cool crisp air as I take a brisk wall on a perfect autumn evening:


  and watch the sun set over the orange, red, and yellow trees:

and pathways lit with enchanting fall luminaries to welcome the twilight hour:

Fall  mason jar luminaries




crafted from simple household items

Brings warmth and color and light on an outdoor fall porch.

They look so pretty all lined up on my porch steps



I'm so glad you stopped by for a visit! I love hearing from you and enjoy reading your sweet comments. 
Happy fall to all!



~ Hugs, Poppy~
Linking to:
Autumn Abounds Linky Party
Primp your pumpkin @ Debbiedoos