Summer Rerun

I am sad to say that my mother-in-law has passed away. She had been living with Alzheimer’s for over two years, so we knew the day would come. I need to spend some time with Mr. Wonderful’s family right now, so I thought I would post a quick “summer rerun”.  

Morning Glory Romance was the second tablescape I ever posted. I like to think my tablescaping and photography skills have improved since this one, but I remember how much fun I had, and that’s what it’s all about, right?

I hope you enjoy!

I looked around my yard for a place to set a romantic table for two (I'm a newlywed!) and the choice was easy. Mr. Wonderful planted morning glories very late in the season. He was very confident that they had plenty of time to grow high enough to cover our fence. I think you'll see that he was right--he's also Mr. Right!

Some say red is the color of romance. I think it's blue.

I bought this pitcher years ago at Goodwill. I just love it!

All these dishes came from GW or ARC. This is my good set of flatware.

I think I ordered these glasses from Princess House years ago.

Found this little birdcage with candle at Hobby Lobby. I think it's so sweet.

I just attached these dragonflies to ribbon.

 

 

Thank you for visiting my Morning Glory Romance!

I will be joining:

Tablescape Thursday at Between Naps On The Porch

Open House Party Thursday at No Minimalist Here

Let's Dish at Cuisine Kathleen

Table Top Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life

You're Gonna Love It at Kathe with an E

Nifty Thrifty Tuesday at Coastal Charm

The Bunny Hop Party at Bunny Jeans Decor

Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style

What's It Wednesday at Ivy & Elephants

Primp Your Stuff Wednesday at Primp

Centerpiece Wednesday at The Style Sisters

Seasonal Sundays at The Tablescaper

Thrifty Things Friday at The Thrifty Groove

Home Sweet Home Friday at The Charm of Home

Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage

Sunday Blog Love at Cherished Treasures

Blue Monday at Smiling Sally

Be sure to visit my sister's blog at Robin Flies South...

Mile High Beach!

I knew a beach-themed tablescape would challenge me. Beach related items can be found in Colorado, but I had a budget in mind, since I will not have many uses for them. I found some items on clearance, but who wants a seagull on a stick with a broken beak?

I made some signs to prove my point!

I went to Michael's and bought a bag of shells, some starfish, a net, and a bag of crushed shells. Time to get crafty!

I hope you enjoy!

I found these extra large wooden chargers on eBay. I painted them ivory (they were green).

I asked Mr. Wonderful to drill holes in some of the shells, and then added pearls in between the shells to create my own napkin rings.

I found a box of these blue mason jars in our basement. I tied shells on the outside, poured crushed shells inside, and added a candle.

This gnarled piece of wood was in my garden. It's as close as I could get to driftwood.

On another trip to Michael's, I found these little votive holders in the colors I was using.

I painted the starfish and strung them up with the jars.

The flatware was chosen because the design mimics the one in the quilt I used as a tablecloth.

I found this old bottle when I was looking for the mason jars!

The sun is starting to set!

This lantern came with a battery operated candle inside, but I replaced it with the real thing.

Quilt, glasses, napkins, flower plates, and fish plates are from thrift stores

Aqua plates and lantern are from TJ Maxx

Flatware is from Burlington Coat Factory

Goblets are from Dollar Tree

Bowls are from Ross







Be sure to check out the beach-themed tablescapes this week at the CuisineKathleen's Let's Dish Blog Party!

I will be joining:

Tablescape Thursday at Between Naps On The Porch

Open House Party Thursday at No Minimalist Here

Let's Dish at Cuisine Kathleen

Table Top Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life

Your Cozy Home Party at Cozy Home Scenes

You're Gonna Love It at Kathe with an E

Nifty Thrifty Tuesday at Coastal Charm

The Bunny Hop Party at Bunny Jeans Decor

Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style

What's It Wednesday at Ivy & Elephants

Primp Your Stuff Wednesday at Primp

Centerpiece Wednesday at The Style Sisters

Seasonal Sundays at The Tablescaper

Thrifty Things Friday at The Thrifty Groove

Home Sweet Home Friday at The Charm of Home

Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage

  Sunday Blog Love at Cherished Treasures

Blue Monday at Smiling Sally

Be sure to visit my sister's blog (you know, the one she writes from Florida!) for her beach table.

Michele’s Garden

I have two dear friends I meet with once a month. I met them both when we were being trained as stagers. Six years later, we are happy to say our friendship is still going strong. We’ve taken trips together, meet for lunch or dinner, and sometimes we even include our husbands in our plans. Last week, Michele played hostess, as she does so well. Nancy, Michele, and I dined alfresco in her beautiful backyard.

I asked Michele if I could take a few photos of her lovely outdoor space. The sun was very high, which washes out photos, so I did the best I could.

I hope you enjoy!

“To dwell is to garden.”

"Cares melt when you kneel in your garden."

"Gardening is a way of showing that you believe in tomorrow."

"One who plants a garden, plants happiness."

"Earth laughs in flower."

"I garden, therefore I am."



"A garden is a delight to the eye and a solace for the soul."



I will be joining

 Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life

Cottage Garden Party at Fishtail Cottage

Metamorphosis Monday at Between Naps On The Porch

Show Us Your House at Thrifty Decor Chick