I can't help myself...when it's this nice outside, all my tablescapes end up here on the porch.
The trees are all dressed in their best spring-green...
I'm using my Churchill Blue Willow this evening...
Salad plates are by Gibson...it's part of a large set from Big Lots...
White chargers are from Horchow online...Neiman Marcus had them, also.
Ooops, forgot to take a pic of the Napoleon Bee flatware...so I snagged this pic from a previous tablescape.
Wine glasses were only a $1 each from Dollar Tree...that's 6 glasses for $6! Yay, Dollar Tree!
Crystal is Araglin by Waterford...if you didn't know better, would you have ever guessed the wine glasses were only a $1 each? They are proudly holding their own next to the Waterford.
Cock-a-doodle-doo! Found this darling pitcher at Marshalls...didn't buy it the first time through, but when I went back a couple of weeks later, he was marked down to $10! He jumped right into my buggy! He was so happy someone finally bought him and took him home, he's been crowing ever since!
I filled him with irises from the garden and their sweet scent was wonderful on the porch this evening.
A final glance as the light begins to wane...
It's a little darker out now and the soft candlelight begins to give the table a look of enchantment. Won't be long before our froggy serenade begins.
Thanks so much for stopping by this evening!
Tablescape 2: A Romantic Magnolia Moonlight Dinner for Two...
The breezes on the porch are filled with the sweet "lemonade" scent of magnolias...I love this time of year.
Our table is filled with crystal, sterling, floral china, touches of lace and magnolias...all lit with soft, romantic candlelight.
This vintage china was made right here in America by the Syracuse China Company. The pattern is "Orchard."
The light was fading quickly this evening as I took these pics. I love the bouillon cups with their little handles...I have 8 place settings of this china, but only two of the bouillon cups.
I adore "wreath" shapes, so this china captured my heart. Here you see the salad plate...
Dinner plate...the plates are encircled in apple blossoms.
I love the soft, muted colors in this pattern. Chargers are from Neiman Marcus, online.
Lace napkins to compliment our lace tablecloth...floral napkin rings are from Macy's a few years back.
Sterling flatware is Towle, King Richard...
Crystal stemware is by Riedel...found the little crystal "zipper design" salt cellars years ago on eBay. The tiny salt spoons are also King Richard.
A birds-eye view...
I love the way the brown tone of the the lantern pairs beautifully with the brown in the Syracuse Orchard china.
A blossom from the Southern Magnolia (Magnolia Grandiflora) in my front yard...
Lots of pretty layers.
Gravy boat...
...found on many a Southern table.
Such a lovely evening for dining out....
So glad you stopped by...be sure to smell this big, beautiful magnolia blossom before you leave...it's heavenly!
Tablescape 3: A Candlelight Dinner at the Faerie Ball...
The Faerie Ball...by Susan Settje
I dream a dream of faerie queens and kings...
...in forest glade where I know faeries dwell.
The full moon dancing as the zephyr sings...
...through cedar boughs and round the wishing well.
Oh romance sweet, a brave and noble knight...
...to princess fair was married on this day.
A royal banquet, such a festive sight.
Great merriment, we’ll dance the night away.
Sir Owl, from high atop a lofty pine, acts sentinel.
All's well;
...his distant call.
In shadowed woods the new born fawns recline...
...too young to be at this year’s faerie ball.
No, don’t wake me just yet,
it’s almost dawn,
Come sunrise, all the faeries will be gone.
Enchanting tablescapes await your visit this evening...enjoy! :-)
China: Gibson, Big Lots; Chargers: Neiman-Marcus, online; Crystal stemware: Riedel, Williams-Sonoma; Sterling flatware: Towle, King Richard; Napkins: Neiman-Marcus, online; Lantern: Colonial Candle ; Pitcher: Home Goods; Tablecloth: A Classy Flea
Looking forward to seeing all your beautiful tablescapes!
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Oh Susan! My eyes always get such a wonderful treat when I visit here. Each of your three scapes are fabulous. How fun that you can give these great lanterns away. I really like the one with the birdie on top!
ReplyDeleteHave a great rest of the week and weekend!!
Both are beautiful, Susan, as are your tablescapes. I think my favorite is the one with the bird on top.
ReplyDeleteSusan, this is all just breathtaking! I cannot get over all of your pretty tablescapes. I need to go back and take it all in again!
ReplyDeleteMy "tablescapes" aren't exactly of this calibre this week, but I am having a giveaway on my blog abd hope it's okay that I put that after my name. I guess I should have asked first. I just want everyone to have a shot at winning. Makes it more fun.
Happy TT and thanks for hosting all of us as always. Now, I'm going back to scan those gorgeous 'scapes again!
XO,
Sheila :-)
Hi Susan, what a treat to view all these tablescapes. Beautiful!!!!! I like the one that is the Charleston Collection the best.
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful and so generous....thank you!
I LOVE Tablescape Thursday!
Barb
Who could ever pick just one ... they are all exquisite presentations. I prefer the second settings. You do elegant & beautiful creations. TTFN ~Marydon
ReplyDeleteHi Susan,
ReplyDeleteI had so much fun going back throught all these stunning and perfect tables! My fave is the apple blossom china and table! Those pieces are stunning! My fave colonial candle is the white with birdie but they are both great! Such fun, thanks for being our hostess! Cindy
I love visiting here everyday-such an inspiration! Both lanterns are beautiful-but I think the birdie lantern is my favorite! barbaraboxell@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteSusan! I'm back, and all of the pictures finally loaded!!! Oh, I love both lanterns! I'm so happy that we will have a chance to possibly win won. I love the bird one, but that other one is neat as can be, too! WOW! Thanks so much to you and Colonial Candle.
ReplyDeleteXO,
Sheila :-)
I think I like the Rustic Tea Lite Holder lantern better.....it is hard to decide
ReplyDeleteAll your tablescapes are sooooooo lovely!!!
I can not decide which one I like best.I would love to have both of them,they would go perfectly in my house. Thanks Susan.
ReplyDeleteI love the one with the bird on top - just beautiful. As always, it is a treat to see what you come up with!
ReplyDeleteI loved each of these tablescapes the first time and love them even more the second. I love the lantern with the little bird. Actually, I could have used him in my tablescape for next week. As I was photographing it today my little tea lights kept blowing out as there was just a bit of wind. - The Tablescaper
ReplyDeleteHi Susan-As usual you have such beautiful tables! As for the candle holders, they are both beautiful. If I have to choose one, I think I like the one with the bird on top. Wish me luck!
ReplyDeleteI love them both! And all of your table settings looked fabulous with them. My favorite is the Charleston....
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Penny
I am really drawn to the Rustica one. The other is cute, but I am not into birdies.
ReplyDeleteAll of these tablescapes make me realize that I have a long way to go in the tableware department. Oh well, baby steps:)
What beautiful tablescapes.Hmmmm what a difficult decision I guess I like the rustica lantern thanks for having the giveaway....Jo
ReplyDeleteHi Susan,
ReplyDeleteNaturally, I've spent hours looking at ALL your previously-posted tablescapes, but what a treat it is to see these three again! They're all pure magic!!! You definitely have a gift, and you're as nice as you are talented.
Thank you for all that you do.
You don't have to enter me in the drawing, but my favorite is the one with the fleur-de-lis (my French ancestors insisted that I say that!);)
Bye for now,
Bill
They really are both lovely, but I have to say the one with the bird on top and the fleur de lis is my favorite. I could not take my eyes off it in your pictures of the tablescapes you used it in!
ReplyDeleteI'm off to check out the website to see what else they carry!
Thursday is now my favorite day of the week since I discovered "Tablescape Thursday". All the beautiful tablescapes inspire me to set a pretty table for my family. I had gotten into the sad routine of just "throwing" the table together at dinnertime. Growing up my family certainly wasn't wealthy, but my mother always set a nice table with cloth napkins with placemats or cloth tablecloth.
ReplyDeleteI would have a very difficult time choosing which of your tablescapes is my favorite, but I especially love the ones on your magnificent porchs. Both of the Colonial lanterns are lovely, but I am drawn more to the Charleston inspired one.
I'm not posting this week because of my hectic schedule -- but I still had to visit -- I love both of the lanterns - but have a special affection for the Charleston one. I would be more than thrilled to tablescape with either one though!
ReplyDeleteI'm happy you posted three tablescapes tonight as I'm so new to this and I've missed so much.
ReplyDeleteEach of your tablescapes are so beautiful it would be hard to pick the one I liked best, each one a picture of perfection!
I'm not going to choose a lantern either as I wouldn't feel right as I think one of your long-time readers should win.
Best of luck to everyone!
All the best,
Eileen
Hi Susan,
ReplyDeleteAll three tablescapes are beautiful but my favourite is the second. And I LOVE the French inspired fleur-de-lis lantern with the little birdie on top. It is gorgeous! I would so enjoy dining at any one of your tables. Thank you for sharing.
Blessings,
Sandi
Here is a link for another item that caught my eye, also under the pillar heading, in a lovely green:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/store/item.aspx?DepartmentId=&ItemId=12847&CollectionId=63
Two entries are enough for me! Thanks for the chance!
I always enjoy seeing your tablescapes. You give such attention to detail!
ReplyDeleteSusan, I have both of those lanterns and it is truly difficult to say which is my favorite...maybe the bird one. I don't know, because they're both so beautiful, and I wouldn't mind having a second of either of them. This giveaway is so great, and I've already seen some things on CC that I'd like to have, so I'll link those on other days.
ReplyDeleteBoth lanterns are beautiful and memorable...I remembered them from your posts before. I think my favorite is the Rustica collection. Thanks for the opportunity for a great giveaway.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post full of all those little ideas that inspire us all to dress our nest in the prettiest ways.
ReplyDeleteThe huge magnoilia bloom sure is eyecatching.
The little bird latnern has a certain cuteness about it.
p.s. as an international guest, the postage would be way too much but just had to stop and say your tablescape parties are a big buzz in my week.
Oh my gosh Susan, what a fabulous post! I had to look at it twice! Was that a HUGE magnolia on the table? was it real? I can't those growing that big for real! Hubby says he needs to take me to the south when the Magnolia trees are blooming someday.
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a fun rest of the week!
~Really Rainey~
Oh how beautiful!!! It is always such a treat to visit your site!!! Eye candy on steroids!!! I love it!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for hosting TT...one of my favorite events in blogland!!!
Enjoy!!!
XOXO
Cathy
I love the first tablescape this week as I love the blue willow dishes with the white! I would love to win the lantern with the bird on it but both are exquisite. Such a great give-away Susan. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteSusan, shame on you asking us to pick which lantern is our favorite.. They are all as wonderful as your tablescapes.. I would pleased to win just one.. however.. I'm not usually a big winner so will be happy for any of those that do.. as always thanks for hosting another day for us to be able to play with our dishes...and be creative as well as having fun.. hugs ~lynne~
ReplyDeleteAll three of your tablescapes are lovely using the two lanterns. I especially like the Multi-tealight holder by Rustica Collection.
ReplyDeleteI went to their site and also love the Lantern tealight candle holder and also signed up for their e-mail alerts.
Thanks for hosting today.
Susan, you are the Queen of tablescapes! Beautiful tables! My favorite lantern is the one with the cute little bird on top in the Charleston Collection. The other one is special too. You make them both look exquisite! Have a good week!
ReplyDeleteSusan- I have enjoyed every week of TT. I guess it takes a giveaway to make me leave a comment! Thanks so much for the chance to win the Rustica Multi-tealight holder-my favorite. I went to the Colonial Candle site and really like the Candle snuffers! http://www.colonialcandle.com/store/item.aspx?ItemId=12509
ReplyDeleteHope my link works and thanks a bunch!
Susan I so remember these tablescapes and what a treat to see them again. All three are stunning. I would love to be entered in the drawing to win. I love the multi tea light holder. It is so different and just stunning. I went to Colonial Candle and found this http://www.colonialcandle.com/large-butterfly-votive-holder.aspx that I would love to have. It is such a beautiful butterfly votive holder. I love the lacy design on it. So pretty. Thanks for sharing your tablescapes again and thanks for the wonderful giveaway. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteI love revisiting these tablescapes! They are all lovely!
ReplyDeleteAs far as the drawing, I like the lantern with the bird on top!
Thanks for always being an inspiration!
Sharlotte
i can't get over your magnolia blossom!!!! (my neighbor has a huge tree in the front yard & it takes all my willpower not to thief them!! hahah)
ReplyDeletesuch gorgeous table settings. Have been meaning to join in for a while & am so glad I did!!
love the little birdie lantern.
thanks so much!!
lauren @ Pure Style Home
Your tablescapes are always amazing and you find the most beautiful things. This is what drew me to your blog. Who could pick between the two candleholders? Each beautiful and unique in their own way. Please enter me in the drawing for the multi candle holder. Thank you for setting up Mr. Linky each week and for starting this wonderful club where women can come and share their love of tablescaping!
ReplyDeletewOW, what a fun way for this company to get a lot of hits. I am totally in love with both but would like the one with the birdie on top. Either would be devine.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance at winning one of these delightful lanterns.
And, thanks once again, for hosting this weekly event.
xo bj
Your tablescapes are so inspiring to me. In this time of recession, setting the table in a fun or beautiful manner makes eating at home more enjoyable than going out to a crowded overpriced restaurant anyday. Mary @Boogieboardcottage :O)
ReplyDeleteThree tablescapes!?! I thought I was doing good to complete 2 today (and I'm saving the other one for next week!) Love the apple blossom china - it gives me an idea for my next one and you are so creative with matching your wonderful pictures to your selected verse. I'm going to have to give that a try some week. -Glenn
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/small-crystal-pillar-holder.aspx?categoryid=6
ReplyDeleteSusan,
I visited Colonial Candle's site and I saw the Medium 2 Row Crystal Pillar Holder. This is so pretty!
Sharlotte
I loved seeing them again.. each time I view each picture I see something I missed before. Love both lanterns.. but I have a passion for lil birds so I really love the fleur-de-lis lantern with the precious lil bird. My favorite tablescape of yours has to be the Magnolia.. to me it speaks true Southern.. love it.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Debbie
Susan,
ReplyDeleteYou never fail to amaze me, all three tablescapes are beautiful. I saw them the first time around and I am still amazed at the beauty I saw tonight. I think my favorite is the Charleston lantern, and that would be because I lived there for so long. However I don't feel you should enter my name since I am so new at all this. You show your thoughtfulness and kindness every week by allowing us to come into your home not to mention all the advice you give to everyone. Thank you for your kindness and knowledge.
Sandy
Susan,
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful tablescapes. Loved the first one, but love, love, love the second one!!!
Beautiful apple blossom dishes.
And, cute how you did up the napkins with the little 'bouquet' on them.
That big magnolia on the table was gorgeous!!
I would love to be entered to win that first lantern, although both are beautiful.
blessings, and thanks for such a nice post and giveaway!!
Barbara Jean
Susan, your tablescapes are always fabulous. Tablescape Thursday events were the reason I created a blog - too much fun to miss.
ReplyDeleteThank you,
Valerie
The multi tealight holder works for me!
ReplyDeleteThanks for a great giveaway and thanks to Colonial too!
Susan..Lovely scapes, xoxo~Kathy.
ReplyDeleteThese are all just so beautiful, Susan! What a hard decision on the lanterns. They are all so beautiful! I think I like the second one best.
ReplyDeleteJane
I just love the magnolia 'scape... it is just breathtaking...
ReplyDeleteBoth of the lanterns are beautiful... I think I like the tea light one the best... no, wait... the one with the bird... hmmm... ???? :)
~Amy
All of your 'scapes are gorgeous and I love that honeysuckle! My favorite lantern is the one using tea lights. Thanks, Susan!
ReplyDeleteAll of the tablescapes are wonderful, but I think my favorite lantern is the dark brown one holding the tea lights. Great post. Sally
ReplyDeleteBoth of those lanterns are beautiful, but I do think the tea light holder is so unique.
ReplyDeleteBTW, I'm going to have to look for some of those chargers. I believe I saw them in at least two of those tablescapes.
All of the tables look so beautiful...I would love either of lanterns.
ReplyDeleteSusan
This sock monkey reminds me of the ones my aunt used to make, and it's on sale:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/striped-sock-monkeygram-gift-set.aspx?New=Y
I'm so happy when you re-post your tablescapes because I missed out in the beginning. Is there a way to go back to the very first ones?
ReplyDeleteThese are all very beautiful! I can almost smell the magnolia, and the honeysuckle!! Mmmmm!
I have just posted my yellow rose tea party (greens and yellows!) I hope you will join us for tea!
Katherine
Hi Susan, Ilove them both, And I might say I love the way you used them both. I am a big bird watcher so I guess I will have to go with the one that has a bird. Have a great day. Julie
ReplyDeleteGoodness! Do we have to choose? I love both of them, but I guess my favorite would be the one with the birdie - so Cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful giveaway!!!!! I love rustic tea light holder! I’m waiting with my fingers crossed!
ReplyDeleteI love lantern with the birdie on top!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful giveaway! It's so hard to pick a favorite! I love them both. I guess if I have to pick a fav it would be the little birdie!
ReplyDeleteYour tables are just breathtaking! You are the best at those!!! I learn so much just by looking at them!
I love the magnolia moonlight tablescape, although I think your tablescapes always are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI bought the lantern with the bird after seeing in on one of your tablescapes.
Cindi
Your tablescapes are always wonderful. It was fun seeing those three again -- I like the lantern with the bird -- there are, after all, lots of birds at Linderhof -- both inside and out!
ReplyDeleteSusan, love visitng these tablescapes again. Each one is stunning! The wicker table and the magnolia are oh so southern. Just beautiful! Thanks for hosting the fab give-away. My favorite would be the lantern with the bird perched on top.
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful! I like the lantern with the birdie on top the best, but they are both gorgeous. I grew up in Syracuse, so I was glad to see your tablescape featured fine vintage Syracuse china.
ReplyDeleteOh you make them both look so good. I think I would prefer the one with the birdie on top.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the inspiration to set a special table. I shouldn't tell you my husband is eating a late dinner on his lap right now should I?
My favorite lantern is the Rustica one but I would be THRILLED to win either one! They are both gorgeous! I hope you like my new table! It was a great, fun evening! YOUR tables are of course, the BEST of the best! YOu never disappoint. I saw each of these the first time around but NEVER tire of seeing your beautiful tables! Hugs, Pinky
ReplyDeleteI truly love the one with the bird on top. Actually, I love them both, but I have a few other pieces that sort of match that bird. Thank you for a wonderful giveaway!
ReplyDeleteChristy
sheridesthatbigredhonda@yahoo.com
Beautiful tablescapes! You do such amazing scenes. And, I love lanterns - I love both of them but I think I like the multi-tiered the best.
ReplyDeleteI signed up for the Colonial Candle emails! (and I still want that sweet little birdie!)
ReplyDeleteChristy
sheridesthatbigredhonda@yahoo.com
I have posted my tablescape for this week. Yours are beautiful, as always.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/store/item.aspx?categoryid=129&ItemId=13133
ReplyDeleteI know it's not candle-related, but who wouldn't love a sock monkey gram? Seriously, so cute! Thank you for the wonderful giveaway. (I love that birdie!)
Christy
sheridesthatbigredhonda@yahoo.com
Great to find another place that has lanterns - I really like the Gold Burnished Metal and Crystal Tealight Candle Lantern -http://www.colonialcandle.com/lantern-tealight-holder.aspx - I think the light shining through the crystal would be very pretty.
ReplyDeleteI love all your tablescapes, Susan, and the lanterns made them even more beautiful. I like both of them but if I have to choose, I think I will pick the one with a bird on top. The other one's just as pretty but you know I love birds. I will visit Colonial Candle's site now...Christine
ReplyDeleteI love all things bird, so the bird candleholder is my favorite!
ReplyDeletewow, awesome giveaway! MY favorite is the candle set in the magnolia tablescape! Very romantic! Good luck in the giveaway everyone!
ReplyDeleteit is always so enchanting here, thanks for the magic show every week~
ReplyDeleteThose were so much fun to see again. I love the way you've used the lanterns. There's just something about candle light, isn't there? Especially like the one with the bird on top. Reminds me of my sweet mother.
ReplyDeleteHi Susan-
ReplyDeleteEverthing is beautiful as usual. I love your blog.
I like the Charleston Collection lantern.
Thanks for doing this each week,
Laura
I love all those tablescapes, Susan. glad to see them again!
ReplyDeleteAnd those candle lanterns are gorgeous!
Susan, I always enjoy looking at your tablescapes. I made not always comment, but I always look. The lanterns are gorgeous. The one with the bird on top is my favorite, but I got to say, either one would work just fine. Debbie
ReplyDeleteHi Susan,
ReplyDeleteAs always your tablescape is beautiful! My favorite is the one with the bird on top...since I have just starting collecting items with birds. Oh...what a wonderful birthday present that would be...my birthday is July 26th!
Brenda
I will admit to being drawn to the lantern with the bird on top. Thank you for the opportunity to win; either would be mighty appreciated and used.
ReplyDeleteHey SUsan, Loved your tablescapes today BUT really loved the candle holder with the little bird on it... Thanks so much for hosting this fun event...
ReplyDelete(((HUGS)))
Donna
Susan, the tablescapes are lovely, again! The pillar lantern from the Charleston collection is my most favorite...just gorgeous. The blue and white tablescape coordinates great. Thanks so much for sharing your tablescapes and for the opportunity to win one of these beautiful candle holders. Crystal
ReplyDeleteOh Susan, what a fantastic give a way! Being that I collect fleur Dis Lis(as my blog most likely gives away) I think I have to pick that one! Going to post my TT now. Thanks for hosting again and I hope you will check out the give away at my place
ReplyDeleteSusan what a fun giveaway! I love all your tablescapes - each on is a feast for my eyes!! I love both the lanterns but the one with the bird on top is my favorite!
ReplyDeleteblessings
mary
Just went over to Colonial candles and they have some wonderful things! Like the Bird on a Branch Taper Holder - Iron.
ReplyDelete:) I a voting that i borrow one of your 3 tablescapes for today.
ReplyDeleteI have to admit that living by myself, while i adore the artestry of presentation, I yet again failed to get one put together... but be very VERY careful... one of yours just might disappear.
Thanks so much for the usual inspiration... OHH
I would love the BIRD atop the lantern!
TTFN~~Claudia ♥
YEAH BABY...going for my 2nd chance to win. When you said leave a comment with a favorite item from Colonial Candle, I immediately knew what mine would be. I spotted this line the first time I visited their site. It is the "gem" collection. My favorite is the gem hurrican pillar candle holder. http://www.colonialcandle.com/gem-hurricane-pillar-holder.aspx?categoryid=6
ReplyDeleteI also would like to have the tea light holder. Wait though, when I first saw them, they immediately reminded me of a pattern in the first dishes I ever owned, Pfaltzgraff Heirloom. Check out the link here. http://www.pfaltzgraff.com/Dinner-Plate/00400490,default,pd.html
Notice the flower design. It's a perfect match! Unfortunately, I gave these dishes to my niece when she first moved away from home. I have deeply regreted this since. I have been thinking lately of replacing these as they were my very first set of dishes in my very first home. The "gem" candle holders from Colonial would be perfect!! Thanks, Susan, for a
2nd chance...who doesn't appreciate a 2nd chance in this life??
Susan, You are both such an inspiration and a host! Delightful. I cannot help feel inadiquite in my tablescapes. But yours are so magical! Thanks for hosting each week. I enjoy it so and have made such wonderful friendships!
ReplyDeleteI would love to be entered to win a lantern. My favorite is the one with the bird. I LOVE birds! And I love the fluer de lies! At the website, I love the fireless fragrances, the summer snpis, but most of all the lanterns. Reaklly, this is my favorite: http://www.colonialcandle.com/tall-lantern-bird-fleur-de-lis.aspx?New=Y
My favorite candle smell, the summer beach: http://www.colonialcandle.com/on-the-beach-candles.aspx
GORGEOUS tables!!!
ReplyDeleteWow - so exciting! My first week to join AND there's a giveaway! I hope to join your fun more often. You make it look so easy to craft beautiful tablescapes. You make it very hard to choose a favorite, though. Everything is so beautiful! You probably wooed me a little more with the birdie lantern. Thanks again for hosting!
ReplyDeleteHi Susan, I just adore the second settingsl
ReplyDeleteThey are so beautiful and I love the layering. You did such a wonderful job. As far as the lanterns, I like the one with the birdie on top.I have to attempt this one of these days l I used to love Syracuse China
as it was practically in my backyard.
This was a real nice treat ! Thanks.
Mercy ME....how do I chose? I love them both but the one with the birdie on top is my favorite....i think! You are sooo creative, and you have soooo many dishes. I am so jealous. Thanks for all of the eye candy every week!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/white-milk-glass-votive-holder.aspx?categoryid=7 I can just see myself using these little beauties for Tablescape Thursday. Love the look of milk glass.....pretty with blue tranferware....heck any color of transferware. They are not expensive either.....could buy enough for each place setting.
ReplyDeletethe lovely bird one! oh i hope i win it!! thank you
ReplyDeleteIt's all a visual feast--simply eye candy. Thanks for sharing the beauty. My favorite lantern is the sweet one with the bird on the top. Birds and fleur de lis--winning combination for me.
ReplyDeleteHi Susan! Your tablescapes are breathtaking, as usual! I think the magnolia is my favorite...such a very Southern table! How nice that Colonial Candle is providing lanterns for you to give away! Thanks so much for the birthday wishes for Baby Kitty! I think a little friend for Mr. Max is a good idea! It will make him young again! Keep me posted on how he is doing! Enjoy the rest of your week!...hugs...Debbie
ReplyDeleteSusan,
ReplyDeleteYour tablescapes are always so beautiful - you have such a flair for putting them together and making them feel so inviting.
I LOVE both of the beautiful lanterns! I think if I had to pick my favorite though, it would be the one with the bird on top.
Thank you for inspiring us with all of your amazing pictures and talent! You always keep me coming back for more!
Blessings to you,
Kymber
Susan, each setting is breathtaking. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity to win.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is the piece from Charleston Collection.
I'll be going over to visit the site now. Thank you for the link.
They are both so beautiful, it is truly a tough choice. I believe that the Charleston series lantern with the birdie has a slight edge. ~ Paula - Mise en scène
ReplyDeleteSusan, OMG...Each one is prettier than the last and I can't imagine how you keep doing this. I wouldn't be able to eat just gazing at the table.
ReplyDeleteThanks for opportunity to win.
Barbara
Every tablescape you've ever created is so lovely. Each week I can't wait until Thursday to see your newest creation. Thanks for brightening my life.
ReplyDeleteI soooo love the pillar candle holder with Mr. Birdie on top.
bettyd_z7_va (I don't have a blog. I hang out at the Holiday Forum)
I forgot to leave my favorite, I guess the one with the tea lights.
ReplyDeleteBarbara
Hi Susan, I don't have a Blog yet.
ReplyDeleteBut I Love to visit them.
Also I'm really enjoying all the Tablescapes. We did a couple tables at our Church, and you gave us such Great ideas. Thanks, Robin
Do I really have to decide which I like best?? Oh, alright, if it has a bird on it I am for it! That little bird perched atop just makes it!
ReplyDeleteYou have the most beautiful things. I love your Bee flatware.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite lantern is the one with the bird on top. So cute!
I so adore your tablescapes! My favorite (though a tough choice) would be the Charleston collection one - with the birdie.
ReplyDeleteUpon visiting the website, I felt drawn to...
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/lantern-tealight-holder.aspx?categoryid=8
The lantern tealight holder.
It is always a treat to feast my eyes on your blogs. Your tablescapes are gorgeous. I love them all. I love the lanterns and it is difficult to decide which one is a favorite, however, I believe I would choose the one that holds the tea lights. I eagerly look forward to your next blog.
ReplyDeleteKathi
Kathi.Layfield@guycarp.com
Oh Susan~ ~ ~You have out done yourself. Thanks so much for the white one with the flur de la, I love it and have been wanting one for some time~ ~Ahrisha~ ~
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to pick after seeing them both in your tablescapes, but my favorite is the one from the Charleston collection.
ReplyDeleteSusan, First thanks for hosting and the fun give-a-way!
ReplyDeleteAs usual, all of your tablescapes are beautiful. I especially love your "Orchard" pattern.
As for my favorite lantern...I would have to say the multi tealight holder.
Thanks
Rhonda
I love the fleur de lis. It would be a great starter as a center piece for the tables at our daughter's upcoming wedding dinner/dance.
ReplyDeleteSusan~ ~ ~
ReplyDeleteThis is the link to my favorite votive Amber Etched, it looks like it mirrored and would reflect the candle glow so nicely.
http://www.colonialcandle.com/amber-glass-etched-votive-holder.aspx?categoryid=7
~ ~Ahrisha~ ~
Susan, your tablescapes (and all your posts) are such eye candy! Thanks for adding a little beauty and inspiration to my day and for this fabulous give-away. My favorite Colonial Candle lantern is the Charleston birdie.
ReplyDeleteI agree with everyone else - they are both lovely. For me, the bird lantern wins.
ReplyDeleteSusan, your tablescapes are lovely and I ADORE the lantern with the little bird on top. I shall have to try to join in at some point with your mr. linky but as a professional organizer I would really love to see a post on how/where you store all your china, silverware, and various accessories. I'm very curious!
ReplyDeletejoan
Hi Susan~ ~ ~
ReplyDeleteI signed up for the newsletter and found the great little crystal 2 row holder just like Sharlotte did. Love the little votive that matches also.
This was a very good idea to have you represent Colonial Candles and for them to work with you in this give a way. I have wanted to visit their website since you began talking about the quality of their candles but haven't made time till now! So glad that I did~ ~Ahrisha~ ~
Susan,
ReplyDeleteI love your birds eye view shots!! I hope you are not taking your life or the life of your beautiful china at risk for them.
I love the birdie/fleur de lis Colonial Candle holder.
I love your apple blossom gravy boat and ladle!!
Susan I am having a hard time choosing which one I like the best but because I love birds I am going to pick the one with the cute birdie on top.
ReplyDeleteBoth are beautiful in your tablescapes.
faye
both are beautiful, Susan, as are your tablescape my fave colonial candle is the white wih the birdie on top. I would be thrilled to have either one. I love visiting here everyday...thanks for sharing your beautiful home...Pat H
ReplyDeleteYour tablescapes are always perfection! My favorite is the candle holder with the bird on top.
ReplyDeleteSuper job I like the white lantern best. I enjoy your blog. Dianne
ReplyDeleteI just love tablescape #2!!! Very pretty and elegant! Have a fantastic day! :0)!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/leaf-berry-triple-hurricane-pillar-holder.aspx?categoryid=6
ReplyDeleteThis is something new that I really like. It would be great in a fall tablescape.
I do love the eye candy on your blog. So, so pretty! My favorite candle holder is the one from the Charleston collection. Colonial Candles have a beautiful selection. I went to their site and found this:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/leaf-berry-triple-hurricane-pillar-holder.aspx?categoryid=6
Beautiful way to bring the outdoors in!
Christi
I love these fat little reindeer tealight holders!
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Susan- I am just visiting this week but delighted to see some of my favorite tablescapes. I am pretty sure the votive holder (http://www.colonialcandle.com/multi-tealight-holder-lantern.aspx?ref=lantern)would look stunning on my red and black deck!
ReplyDeleteEeeekkkk they are both so gorgeous! I think my favorite-favorite is the multi-tealight candle holder though. So pretty!
ReplyDeleteThese sock monkeys are hilarious! They would make such a cute tablescape for a kid's party! http://www.colonialcandle.com/sock-monkey-plush-toys.aspx
ReplyDeleteSusan,
ReplyDeletelove viewing your recent tablscapes thursday; it's always a treat to see them again. I just love the tealight candle holder.
I will have to check out their products.
Blossom
They are all lovely. I have some old plates of my grandmothers that remind me of the blues ones a little bit.
ReplyDeleteCome by for my give-a-way this week by 10 pm Fri.
and then check out our newest addition.
Cheri
www.itssoverycheri.blogspot.com
Triple the fun, and they are all so beautiful..
ReplyDeleteMine won't be up till late if I can do it..
Have a good TTH...
The lanterns are wonderful!
My favorite is the multi candle one. I love how the lights go up!
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous tablescapes.
What beautiful tablescapes, Susan! I love both lanterns and it's hard to pick a favorite but the fleur de lis would go with all of my other fleur de lis items around my house. Please keep posting such gorgeous photos! I'm off to visit the colonial candle website now....
ReplyDeleteAgain, you have totally outdone yourself! These pictures are magazine worthy. I would love to be entered in the contest. Both are beautiful, but my favorite is the Rustica multi-tealight holder lantern.
ReplyDeletecmflan122@gmail.com
Beautiful...as always, Susan.
ReplyDeleteThe one with the little bird is cute but the other one is calling my name. I think it would look great on my table post today!
You are a sweetie, Candy
I love anything you do because of your fabulous porch. It is exactly what I would love to have. I really like the lantern in the middle and the first one, oh and the last one. I can't decide!
ReplyDeleteBack from visiting Colonial Candles.... Susan, you definitely picked the best of the best with those two lanterns. This little guy caught my eye as being adorable on a fall tablescape. Check him out here. http://www.colonialcandle.com/flameless-pumpkin-pie-decoration.aspx?Sale=Y
ReplyDeleteHave a great Thursday!
Gorgeous! You create such beauty!
ReplyDeleteThanks again for hosting! I love this. As far as the lanterns, I really love the little tealight one...so cute. It was tough...the little bird on the other is cute too! :> Beautiful Tablescapes! I so covet your sun-room :)
ReplyDeleteSo happy to see the magnolia table again! I am in LOVE with the Rustica tealight lantern.
ReplyDeletei swear Susan you just keep getting better.I can't understand for the life of me where you get all these lovely ideas.but you definitely are the queen of tablescapes.
ReplyDeletei like the one the best of course with the bird on top.they are both so elegant in your hands of course.....ann
Absolutely love the one with the bird on top!!!!! And we love your blog, too!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for entering me in this giveaway.
ReplyDeleteKaren at
angel_clarence1956@yahoo.com
I LOVE every single one of your tablescapes - and I love the participation of all the tablescapers...I look forward to this post each week! Both lanterns are very beautiful - but I guess I like the one with the three candles hanging inside the best!
ReplyDeleteTerry in Milwaukee
I visited Colonial Candle's site, and found these pretty votive holders- I'm partial to votives and tealights. http://www.colonialcandle.com/amber-golden-votive-holder.aspx They are copper and amber and would look great with a fall tablescape.
ReplyDeleteHi Susan,
ReplyDeleteLove these tablescapes. You are such a lovely person to share your knowledege. Thanks for offering the givaway. I would love to be in the running for either. I think maybe the tea light candle, even though I have a fondness for anything birdie.
Maryrose
As always, thank you so much for hosting this weekly event! I always look forward to it every week! How exciting that you're offering a giveaway. My favorite piece would have to be the candle holder with the little bird on top. It's just precious. Thanks again and Happy TT to you!
ReplyDeleteOk...comment 2.... I love candles! This was a tough choice....
ReplyDeletebut, this one was probably my favorite:
http://www.colonialcandle.com/round-handle-tray-5-tealight-holder.aspx?categoryid=8
an adorable little tealight "tray" it is so versitale and has a bit of a Napa Style feel.
Susan, you are the tablescape diva! I remember these beautiful tables... my fav candle lantern is the one with the bird on top... but they are both beautiful!
ReplyDeletehave a beautiful weekend.. hope you're staying cool out there on the porch!
Susan,
ReplyDeleteSOOOO enjoy seeing all the beautifully set tables. Any person would feel very very special seated at these productions. I wanted to get my comment in for the Fleur-de-lis Birdy lantern. It is beautiful with or without the candlelight. Thanks for the opportunity to win a goodie!!
I love this post...looking back at those beautiful tablescapes. I love the fleur de lis lantern in the ivory color...beautiful. Great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteSusan,
ReplyDeleteThe only candles in our home that are not Colonial Candles, are those that were given to us as a gift. They were one of the first things I bought when I was stocking my boutique, years ago. I still have boxes of them in our basement, I keep them in an old cabinet down there to keep them cool. Of course I would love to win one of the lanterns, I favor the one with the bird on top.
Thank you and C.C. for doing this.
Hugs
'D'
I would love this teal candle holder - this is the accent color I have gone with this year for my deck! http://www.colonialcandle.com/large-capiz-shell-pillar-holder.aspx?categoryid=6
ReplyDeleteTerry in Milwaukee
tczarnecki@crabel.com
Susan ~ these are all absolutely beautiful but my favorite has to be the multi-tea light lantern. I love give a ways , what fun it will be to see who wins! : )
ReplyDeleteI need to scour your blog to find out what camera you use. Your images are beyond lovely.
ReplyDeleteThe fleur de lis has captured my fancy.
Wow Susan, What a great giveaway. I would love to win the one with the bird on top. Thanks for posting such beautiful tablescapes
ReplyDeleteI really like the white decorative votive holder from Colonial. It's gorgeous and I would use with all my white dinnerware settings.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/white-milk-glass-votive-holder.aspx?categoryid=7
Thanks for hosting Susan !
Here is the link for a second entry.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/tall-lantern-bird-fleur-de-lis.aspx?categoryid=6
Make sure you enter my giveaway as well.
Hello Susan,
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love visiting your blog...you are such a creative and talented woman! You put so much into everything you do! I just adore the white lantern with the little birdie on top! Thanks so much for all the wonderful ideas and inspiration!
Hugs,
:o)
Rachel
(ramavasc@yahoo.com)
OMG!...such delightful eye candy!...your tablescapes are all gorgeous! I live in Canada, but still LOVE the southern magnolias!...
ReplyDeletethanks for a chance to get my name in...love them both, but prefer the Rustica with tealights!
gypsy
After drooling over all the beautiful things offered by Colonial Candles, one of my favorite finds was a white candle holder that can be found here http://www.colonialcandle.com/petite-white-urn-pillar-holder.aspx?categoryid=6
ReplyDeleteIsn't it pretty?!?
I do love those Colonial Candles, pretty please count me in. I am in aww with your tablescapes. That Magnolia is just amazing.
ReplyDeleteOoooo, I really like this Leaf & Berry Hurricane Triple Pillar Holder over at Colonial Candle. Here's the link: http://www.colonialcandle.com/leaf-berry-triple-hurricane-pillar-holder.aspx?New=Y
ReplyDeleteSusan,
ReplyDeleteCan you direct me to a resource for learning how to add a link to a post? I have not been able to add the link back to your site on any of posts and in the above comment I only added the URL, not an actual link. Thanks so much!
Alicia
Beautiful tablescapes Susan! One of these days we'll join in the fun. We love both lanterns... and surprises! If we would be so lucky, the choice is yours.
ReplyDeleteKarla & Karrie
Most definetly I prefer the one which holds tea lights. Somehow it reminds me of a little glassed in gazabo with swings inside - you could swing and watch the approaching storm ....
ReplyDeleteWhile I really truely enjoy all of your tablescapes, I often chuckle - you never leave any room on the table for bowls of food. Either you use a side buffet - or you have a butler who takes the plate for each course and fills them ;-p
"Someday", I hope to again have a three season porch. We had the use of my brothers while living with him after the fire, and now 7 years later, we find ourselves still missing it. "Some-day" ...
Thanks for letting us see your pretties Susan! :-}
How very nice to have these companies donating gifts, I just love it. If possible I would win I would love to have the one with birds on it.
ReplyDeleteI love the rustic tea light lantern and can visualize it on my table for Thanksgiving!! Your tablescapes are always so beautiful and creative!
ReplyDeleteI loved revisiting your beautiful tablescapes. You are so talented when it comes to bringing all the pieces together! I think my favorite lantern is the white frenchy one with the bird on top! But they are all wonderful!! Happy TT!
ReplyDeleteSusan,
ReplyDeleteYou certainly do know how to help me spend my money! I purchased the lantern with the bird on it when you first talked about it. So, my new favorite is the tea light lantern. Because of my past purchases, I'm already on their email list. My usual thanks for all of the inspiration...
Marge
...And I forgot to add the link to the bird votive holder...Hmm...where did I get the idea for this?
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/bird-on-branch-double-tealight-holder.aspx?ref=4960500I
Marge
Susan~
ReplyDeleteWonderful tablescapes as always! I really love both lanterns, but think the tea light holder lantern is more "me".
Thanks for hosting!
Lisa
The Rustica caught my eye when you originally used it, and I think it's so unusual and so appealing because the light is thrown off at different levels.
ReplyDeleteAll your tablescapes are beautiful and unique. I would love to win the multi tealite holder. I ordered the one with the birdie after I first saw yours, and I love it and of course you can't have too many candle holders.Have a wonderful day.
ReplyDeletejean in virginia
JCEBASKETS@cox.net
Gorgeous displays....You are so talented;I love checking your site to see what new tablescapes you have come up with....For your giveaway, I like the one with the birdie on top...Alice
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting these lovelies! Your blog is such an inspiration...I always feel that I need to stop reading and run to decorate something! I love the lantern with the birdie on top, and would love the chance to win him!
ReplyDeletemiss_k_p@yahoo.com
WOW....what beautiful tables! I like the Colonial Candle on the first table. Your Syracuse chine on the second table is so nice. I expecially love the magnolia. How wonderful to have that tree in your yard:)
ReplyDeleteOh those are both just beautiful. I really love the one with the bird on top. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteWhile visiting the website I found these and simply love them.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/final-pillar-holder-set.aspx?categoryid=6
XOXO
While visiting the website I found these and simply love them.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/final-pillar-holder-set.aspx?categoryid=6
XOXO
I really enjoyed looking at all the tablescapes...I love dressing up a table for company, or a candlelight dinner for me and my hubby. Though they are both gorgeous my favorite in the white lantern with the bird on top...I love the shabby chic look and it would work indoors or outdoors!
ReplyDeleteI remember all of those tablescapes simply because you take the best pics of your tables.
ReplyDeleteBeing from Louisiana originally, I would have to say my favorite is the white fleur de lis latern.
Happy Thursday -
Oh, Susan, now you've done it! I've been drooling over the lantern with the bird on top ever since you posted. Now I have a chance to win..many chances if I get busy. Thank you so much. Peggy from PA bfdgirl@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! I love both of the lanterns but I think the one with the bird on top is my favorite! Thanks for the opportunity and have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI like them both of course, but the pillar lantern is my favorite.
ReplyDeleteThere are so many things I love on the Colonial website. The butterfly night light is one. Here's the link: http://www.colonialcandle.com/spring-candles-colonial-candle.aspx?pg=2
ReplyDeleteI signed up for Colonial's newsletter.
ReplyDeleteI would be happy to win either! I do like the one with the bird though...I also LOVE this:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/chalkboard-sign-welcome-witch.aspx?categoryid=54
I love the one with the bird on top and I love your blog!
ReplyDeleteake a look at these precious sock monkeys:http://www.colonialcandle.com/genuine-monkeez-sock-monkey.aspx
ReplyDeleteThese will make wonderful baby gifts for my new nephew and his cousin that is expectd early next year.
Hi Susan,
ReplyDeleteOnce again you've outdone yourself with not only beautiful tablescapes but a wonderful offer too. I love both of them but the Rustica one with the multiple candles has to be my favorite.
Sallie
Susan,
ReplyDeleteYour tablescapes as always are spectacular. I would love to win either one but the multi tealight one is my favorite.
Gretchen
A hundred and ninety-six comments!
ReplyDeleteWhoa! I am impressed!
OK, I like the swirly one without the hangy things in side.
I DO always like your tablescapes!
Oooh, what an awesome giveaway! I love the black tealight holder from the Rustica Collection!
ReplyDeleteFor my second entry, here's a link to a set of pillar holders that I absolutely LOVE! I've had my eye on them for quite a long time...
ReplyDeletehttp://www.colonialcandle.com/final-pillar-holder-set.aspx?categoryid=6
For my third entry I signed up to receive emails from CC!
ReplyDeleteYou're right, it's hard to decide which one I like better. They're both so pretty. Eenie, meenie, minny, mo...the Charleston Collection - bird lantern. :)
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