Between Naps on the Porch: WELCOME TO THE FIRST TABLESCAPE TUESDAY!!!

Aug 25, 2008

WELCOME TO THE FIRST TABLESCAPE TUESDAY!!!

I know summer is almost over, but I'm just not quite ready to let it go. I found some adorable shell candlesticks recently and put together this "beach" themed tablescape.

Found the sea-blue flatware at Pier 1 recently and it was half off...whoo, hoo! Thought it worked well with the colors in the china...what do you think?

Napkin rings were made by gluing shells to plain wooden rings...

Used both starfish-shaped salad plates with shell-shaped ones in this tablescape... Star-fished shaped salad plate shown here...

Shell shaped salad plate...

Do you see the little starfish on the glass? :-)

Sea-biscuit bread plate...

Love how they decorated all four sides of the bowls...

Thought these candlesticks look like they were designed to go with this beach china...

Close-up of candlestick base...

Come walk with me, along the sea, where dusk sits on the land. And search with me, for shells are free, and treasures hide in sand. (Author unknown)

Hope you enjoyed this little escape to the beach. Click HERE to view more tablescapes I've posted for our Tablescape party.

You will find beautiful tablescapes awaiting your oooohhhs and ahhhhhs at the following blogs (listed in alphabetical order):

A Beach Cottage http://www.abeachcottage.typepad.com/
Angelic Accents http://angelicaccents.blogspot.com/
Cathymac’s Holiday Hamlet http://holidayhamlet.blogspot.com/
Dish Diva aka Kay http://dishdivaakakay.blogspot.com/
'D's DayDreams http://dsdaydreams.blogspot.com/
Equus Villa http://equusvilla.blogspot.com/
Designs by Gollum http://designsbygollum.blogspot.com//
My Romantic Home http://romantichome.blogspot.com/
Note Songs http://notesongs.blogspot.com/
Ribbonwood Cottage http://ribbonwoodcottage.blogspot.com/
Sweet Designs http://judith-sweetdesigns.blogspot.com/
There is Always Thyme for... http://thereisalwaysthymefor.blogspot.com/
Thinkin’ of Home http://thinkinofhome.blogspot.com/

Labels: Beach, Home Goods, Tablescape Thursday

57 Comments:

At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Glenda said...: Like you, I look forward to the beautiful colors of Fall, however I also am not ready for Summer to end.
The candlesticks are exquisite. Sandra Lee has some good ideas, but the self-proclaimed Queen of execution (Martha Stewart) is the one that better watch her back. You are definitely gaining on her. Absolutely gorgeous. Now I'm off to see the other Wizards of Blogland. I don't have a Toto, can I borrow Jake for a bit?
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Glenda said...: BTW, absolutely love the music, I didn't know the Drifters did "Under the Boardwalk". I need to dig out my old CD of their top hits, and see if I have it. Love all the music. That is an era that I really appreciate.
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Susan 5* from me. And normally I am not a matchy matchy person, but this was wonderful. vicky darnell
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Susan, your tablescapes are wonderful! This one is so fun and fresh...just love it. Will have to copy the seashell napkin ring idea! It'd be great for an end of Summer party..... I'll be there with bells on! Your music was perfect!
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Susan, I love the table setting, anyone would enjoy sitting at that table. Thanks for showing us.

'D'
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Penny said...: I've never seen beach dishes so sophisticated and cute! The sea blue glass, the shells, the candles, the bird... the lady behind the design...WOW!

Thanks for starting this! I look forward to checking out the others, and one of these Tuesday's I'll get it together and post a tablescape with you. But it won't be near as nice as anything you do I can tell you that right now. LOL

Hugs,
Penny
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Blogger said...: Your tablescape is TO DIE FOR! It is just so pretty! I would love to dine there, anytime :)

I have a Fall setting here:

http://bella1104.blogspot.com/2008/08/my-dining-room-all-dressed-up-for-fall.html

If anyone wants to take a peek :)

It's so nice to meet you, I found you on Sheila's blog.

Bella :)
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Bo said...: Thanks for "blessing" my eyes with such beauty this morning. Everything was exquisite down to the last detail including being set on your gorgeous porch. I think you could shine doing your own book! ;-) Bo
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , cindy said...: Loved it!..love the whole idea of Tablescape Tuesday!..You didnt miss one detail....made me want to take a walk on the beach by the sea...(unfortunately it is impossible...right now). Now off to peek in on the rest. ~Cindy~
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Oh sweet Susan! Oh, did I not say you were the absolute Queen Diva of Tablescapes? This table is just marvelous - couldn't be any prettier. I still marvel at all the dishes, glasses, napkin rings, napkins, and all the accessories to go with them that you have!! This was a great idea and sign me up for next week. I'm loving this. Now I'm off to see the other table ladies!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Oh Susan this was just beautiful Girl..I love all your sea shell dishes..You do find some of the best stuff to work with..I alway admired your tables on RMS so this was really a treat to get up close and personal seeing them.. You are me far the dish diva girl now wear that crown proudly and walk that red carpet...I just love your blog your good girl!! Hugs and smiles
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Susan this is just gorgeous..the new candlesticks are great!!! And those dishes.. you find the most fun pieces to work with..you must share when you go out looking do you already have an idea in mind or does it come to you after you see the great dishes??? I love the seashell glued on a plain napkin holder..so creative and just fun.. and I think "alot" of fun could be had at this table...as always you inpsire me to dress up our table... hmmm wonder what dh would think about a dressed table with his morning oatmeal..hugs ~lynne~

girl: I LOVE the music today.:-)going to leave it on while I play around here...
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , imjacobsmom said...: Susan, this is absolutely gorgeous! Down to every detail. ~ Robyn
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Dear Susan...no one can hold a candle to your tablescapes. You have such lovely, unusual pieces and your talent to put them all together puts most of us "in the shade".
I will do a tablescape for NEXT Tuesday...I didn't get it all together fast enuf for today.
Your music is great.
YOU WERE BORN TO BLOG...See?? Didn't I keep tellin' ya?? ;O)
love, bj
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Cindy said...: Hi Susuan, I joined in too! Thank you for doing this because I had no idea what I was going to put on my blog today!
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...: Good morning, well, sorry a little late, but my post is up. I hope you have time to add it. I will try to do better next week!
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...: P.S. Boy, I am spacey today!!! Your table is fantastic. I hope my friend at Mimi's garden sees it. She is mad for seashells.
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Esther Sunday said...: Super stunning!!!!
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Susan, The first ever Tablescape Tues. has been so much fun. I'm sure it's going to grow into a wonderful Tues. adventure for everyone who tours blogland. Your new candleholders are SO perfect. I have toured the other tablescapes as well, and found lots of inspiration in yours and the others. What fun. Thank you for all of this inspiration. Laurie, a/k/a bargainhunr
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Rattlebridge Farm said...: Susan, this is wonderful! What a great idea to glue on the seashells. I will participate as soon as I can get my act, er, my dishes together.
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Naz said...: Susan, I'm so very happy you decided to create Tablescape Tuesday's on your blog. I always loved your tablescapes on RMS but the system was so slow there in changing pages that I wasn't able to see all of the pictures you posted. Now that you've put them on a blog I have the luxery to seeing all of your pictures. Thank you! As for this incredible beach theme I LOVE IT! I'm off to see the other tablescapes now, and once again a big thank you from me.
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Glenda said...: Second BTW, I checked and I do have "Under The Boardwalk" by the Drifters. It is on a CD that features The Drifters & The Coasters. When you do a gardening spot you might want The Coasters "Poison Ivy". I so love the old songs. Unfortunately, I remember when they came out. Makes me almost a day older than dirt.
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Salmagundi said...: Oh my goodness, this tablescape is just beautiful. Please come by my blog, I have an award for you if you care to accept it. Sally
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Kathy said...: Hi Susan, I am so glad you decided to create a blog, I have loved your tablescapes for ever and now hopefully with your guidance I can make mine look as good as yours, these colours are beautiful and the shells and candlesticks are amazing.
I have added you to my faves if that's okay. Kathy (Ischia07) from RMS.
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Ms. Tee said...: Hi there! I found you thru Bells'a blog. What a beautiful table you have. And love the candles :)
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Unknown said...: Hi Susan,
Thanks for adding me to your blog roll...I returned the favor and you are now on mine.

This is a great idea for Tuesdays....I may try to put something together real soon.

I love what you have done with yours...and providing the links to the others is so sweet of you!
Have a great day,
Diane
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents said...: Hi Susan! Found you from Cindy's blog. What a wonderful idea for Tuesdays! I adore tablescape scenes! I hope I can join you soon!

You have a beautiful home & oh, how I love your front entry!!

Big TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Susan, I am so going to steal those candlesticks! They are everything you said, and more. Love the dishes and the flatware is just perfect. I'm proud of you, Friend!!!!!! Carol
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents said...: Hi again Susan! I posted some pics of my favorite Rooster plates, so please add me to the party list!!

Big TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Jean said...: I come to you by Cindys blog and all I can say is WOW. Your summer tablescape is probably the most beautiful and relaxing one I have ever had a privilege to view. So many beautiful pieces to your tablescape. I especially love the colors, and the candle holder. Again I say WOW.
Jean in Virginia
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , cherry said...: Wow...so glad to have found your blog! Love your porch..and really enjoyed reading up on bluebirds. I love birds. We get a lot of hummingbirds and quail. I am gonna have to go back and read up in your archives. Looks like we may have similiar tastes. cherry
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , imjacobsmom said...: Susan, this was fun! I will definitely "step up to the plate" so to speak next week. The way things were going around here I thought that I would just have a tablescape of grilled meats to present. The new fridge was finally delivered! Next day delivery my a--! Well, what can you do....Robyn
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Tomarie said...: Susan,

Yea for Tablescape Tuesday!! What a huge success!! :-))
I LOVE LOVE LOVE your beach china!! Just beautiful!

Tomarie
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...: Ceekay again. Could you please help me. I am trying to see your RMS page. I type in your name in the search, but I don't think any of the 3 that come up are you. Is there another way to do it? Thanks
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Susan,this was so much fun! i think you created a real winner here. can't wait until next Tuesday. I have a dinner party this weekend ,so I will ahve a blast taking pics!
have agreat week...
Kayb
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: this is my first time to visit,but I will be back. The table is so beautiful!
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Cindy@Cutepinkstuff said...: Wow! Beautiful beach table settings! I wish I were sitting in one of your chairs taking it all in (btw I have the same wicker dining chairs from Pier 1 Imports!)
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Oh, Susan, I just had to come back! You've gotten 36 comments on your Tablescape Tuesday!! This is so wonderful! I do believe this is going to catch on!! You're a doll and I knew if you ever started a blog it would be fantastic!!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Rhondi said...: Hi Susan
Your tablescape is beautiful!
Rhondi
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Picket said...: Well lookie here at you!!! When did you start a blog girl?!!! Didn't nobody call me ...didn't nobody tell me!!!!! lol lol Ohhhh welcome to blogland...I love you tablescapes and your porch and well...just everything you do...I just don't go to RMS anymore except to a few of the ones that come by the blog to visit from time to time...this is a great idea and oh I look forward to the inspiration this is gonna give...I am adding you to my list so I can find my way back here girl!!! I am so glad I found you! Have a great week!
At Tuesday, August 26, 2008 , Rosy Inspiration said...: Thoroughly enjoyed your tablescape, lovely lovely colours and setting. I also enjoyed reading about the bluebirds. They are like our Blue Fairywrens which are so precious. I did get a little grossed out looking at the worms, but I hung in there, you are a brave woman. The thought of them being left in the fridge with the lid ajar, and bringing them out for a feast is just a bit too much. However, one has to do what one has to do, credit to you that the bluebirds are doing well.
At Wednesday, August 27, 2008 , Life on the Edge said...: Wow, this is absolutely and utterly beautiful! I love the colors, the beach theme, just everything about it! It's so stunning that it just takes my breath away! Well done!

Kady
At Wednesday, August 27, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Susan, Your tablescape posting is amazing! Thank you for the inspiration to create a beautiful table for my next party. :) Pam
At Wednesday, August 27, 2008 , Anonymous said...: Susan, Your tablescape posting is amazing! Thank you for the inspiration to create a beautiful table for my next party. :) Pam
At Wednesday, August 27, 2008 , Cathy Miller said...: Wonderful! Please add my Holiday Hamlet blog to your list for next week!

Thanks!

http://holidayhamlet.blogspot.com/

Cathy
At Wednesday, August 27, 2008 , Sweet Designs said...: Your tablescape is lovely, so soft and summery. I did not post a new tablescape, my DD borrowed my camera (I did not realize I could use one of my old photos of tablescapes LOL), so I will hopefully have my camera back so I can post a new one on Tuesday.
At Wednesday, August 27, 2008 , Ribbonwood Cottage said...: OH MY GOSH (she says with a loud excited voice). This is so gorgeous. I love tablescapes, dishes, centerpieces and all the lovely commotion that goes with it. How beautiful your table looks. I am always decorating for church potlucks or special holiday meals and I am always on the lookout for beautiful table ideas. I love this. Great post!
Blessings, Debbie
At Wednesday, August 27, 2008 , Ribbonwood Cottage said...: I meant to ask you nicely in my comment to please add me for this next Tues. Thank you and I can't wait!!!!
Debbie @ ribbonwoodcottage.blogspot.com
At Wednesday, August 27, 2008 , Julie said...: I am on my way back to my blog to post mine. This is fun!
At Friday, August 29, 2008 , The Summer Kitchen Girls said...: Wow - everything is just beautiful!! We look forward to seeing what next week brings!
Karla & Karrie
At Wednesday, September 03, 2008 , Kathysue said...: Hi, I now have a new list of books to read. It is uncanny how you are an English major, my best friend is an English major, my youngest son is an English major at UCLA. I have always had a love of books.I will have to admit mostly design books. You have given me a new list and also an inspiration to think about creating a library. Did you ever see any of Alexandra Stoddards books. Her grace notes are the best. Keep reading, I know I will. Your rms friend Kathysue
At Wednesday, September 03, 2008 , Kathysue said...: Hi, I now have a new list of books to read. It is uncanny how you are an English major, my best friend is an English major, my youngest son is an English major at UCLA. I have always had a love of books.I will have to admit mostly design books. You have given me a new list and also an inspiration to think about creating a library. Did you ever see any of Alexandra Stoddards books. Her grace notes are the best. Keep reading, I know I will. Your rms friend Kathysue
At Saturday, March 13, 2010 , Queen B. said...: well, I really think I NEED THAT TABLESCAPE in my cozy kitchen...
wonderful indeed.
xo
At Friday, June 04, 2010 , Gypsy Purple said...: Please see my blog for a link and a mention in my Fabulous Friday post. XX Gypsy Purple
At Tuesday, April 05, 2011 , Susan said...: Hey, Susan, I never got around to looking at the tablescapes from the very early days until now and WOW!!! This one is fabulous!!! I adore the candlesticks and would love to know where you got them (I know they're out of stock by now, but I can dream can't I?). They are gorgeous and I love your sweet napkin rings.
I have some dishes similar to yours and I can't wait to try this tablescape at home this summer.
I love it!
Susan
At Tuesday, April 05, 2011 , Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net) said...: Hi Susan,
Thanks! Those candlesticks came from HomeGoods back around 2008. I know a reader found some online back then after searching and searching. I'm not sure if you can still find them, but you never know. Google "seashell candlesticks" or "stacked shell candlesticks" and maybe someone is making them again. I hope you can some!
At Tuesday, April 05, 2011 , Susan said...: Thank you so much!! Susan, you're the best!!!

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