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Dining Alfresco, Surrounded by Flowers... Welcome to the 91st Tablescape Thursday!
Between Naps on the Porch: Dining Alfresco, Surrounded by Flowers... Welcome to the 91st Tablescape Thursday!

Between Naps on the Porch

Between Naps on the Porch is a lifestyle blog with an emphasis on Decorating, Tablescaping, Before and Afters, Thrify Finds, and Gardening.

May 19, 2010

Dining Alfresco, Surrounded by Flowers... Welcome to the 91st Tablescape Thursday!

She Walks in Beauty Like the Night
by Lord Byron




She walks in beauty, like the night




Of cloudless climes and starry skies;




And all that's best of dark and bright




Meet in her aspect and her eyes:




Thus mellowed to that tender light




Which heaven to gaudy day denies.




One shade the more, one ray the less,




Had half impaired the nameless grace




Which waves in every raven tress,




Or softly lightens o'er her face;




Where thoughts serenely sweet express




How pure, how dear their dwelling place.




And on that cheek, and o'er that brow,




So soft, so calm, yet eloquent,




The smiles that win, the tints that glow,




But tell of days in goodness spent,




A mind at peace with all below,




A heart whose love is innocent!


This post has been added to Kates Garden Party at Centsational Girl...come join in HERE!

Chargers: Neiman Marcus or Horchow, several years ago
Dinner Plates and Appetizer Plate: Vintage International, Glenwood,
Salad (really a luncheon size plate) and Berry bowl: Vintage, Homer Laughlin
Flatware: HomeGoods, a few months ago
Pink Stemware: Gorham, Gentry, a gift from a friend...thanks, Vicki :-)
Wine Goblets: Williams Sonoma, many years ago
Embroidered Napkins: Vintage, recently from an antique shop
Napkin Rings: Old Time Pottery, a year or two ago
Tablecloth: HomeGoods, a few months ago


You may view additional tablescapes posted here at BNOTP under the heading at the top of this blog called, Tablescape Inspirations.

Looking forward to viewing your beautiful tablescapes!





Please Read:
If you are participating in Tablescape Thursday, please be sure to add your permalink below, and not your general blog address. To get your permalink, click on your post name. Then just copy and paste the address that shows up in the address bar at the top, into the "url" box for the picture linky. You'll also need to put your e-mail address in, but don't worry, it will not be visible to anyone.

You may see a red X once you enter your link. No one else can see the red X, it's just there in case you make a little mistake and need to delete your link and re-enter it.

I'd love for you to use the Tablescape Thursday logo button in your post. To do that, just copy and paste it to your computer and upload it to your post as you would any photo. Or, just grab the html code posted on the sidebar under the TT button.

Please link back to the host blog, Between Naps on the Porch. This is important because it helps those who are visiting your blog, find the other wonderful tablescapes posted for this Tablescape Thursday, thus increasing visits for all participating.

Please do not add your link below, until your tablescape post is actually published to your blog.

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71 Comments:

At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Heather Henderson said...

ooh, i love that table cloth :)

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Allie and Pattie said...

Beautiful Susan! I just love the pink- I've been drawn to those shades lately. Thanks again for hosting this wonderful party!
xoxo Pattie and Allie

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Yvonne @ StoneGable said...

Susan, ever since I heard Lord Byron in high school- I just swoon at his poetry. And paired with your beautiful pink dinning al fresco give it a whole new dimetion! What a beautiful setting. Your plantings are lush and lucious.

I love how the layers of pink and white dishes are perfectly rimmed and peak out from underneath eachother in perfect symetry!

And the light from the lantern makes everything just glow in the evening dusk.

Beautifully done. Thank you so much for hosting! I look forward to TT with such joy and anticipation! And it is a treasure trove of creativity and ideas.

Thanks again,
Hugs,
Yvonne

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Kathleen said...

Very pretty, Susan. I love the tablecloth! The dishes are just lovely, and the geraniums..
The porch looks so nice and spruced up! We are still getting pollen..wish it would finish so I could set up!
Thanks for hosting!

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Tricia said...

You have more lovely spots to set a table around your house! I love the overhead shots you've included here -- SO gorgeous and inviting! It's fun to see some of the china from your Tablescape Thursday button again.

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger ellen b. said...

The ambiance of this setting is so lovely Susan!! Love the lighting!!

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger SouthernGal said...

Susan, another beautiful post. I love that tablecloth and the lamp is the perfect touch for a romantic evening under the stars!

Christi @ A Southern Life
http://asouthernlife.com

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Jessa said...

This is so beautiful, love the lamp, love the colors, very poetic!

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger René said...

Your outdoor table setting is absolutely stunning and I love the sweet lamp on the table.

Thank you for hosting this wonderful gathering.

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hi Susan! This is so amazing that you host this every since week. I really appreciate you! I haven't participated in a while but am so happy to get to today!
Your little outside table is just precious along with the sweet words.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Phyllis @Around the House said...

I love those wonderful dishes, they were so intreging, love the wonderful setting for two, so romantic and cozy, I am also looking for more places to shoot the post, love this spot.....

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Tester said...

Susan, your tablescape is so pretty. Love everything from the linens to the dishes. Great job as usual.

Happy Tablescape Thursday!

XO,

Sheila :=_

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Johanna Gehrlein said...

Dear Susan,
your tablesetting is for itself like a poem. Very feminin, very delightful and sensitive. VERY, VERY, VERY ....!
Breathtaking. So pretty dishes!
Greetings, Johanna

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Beth said...

Susan, What a gorgeous place to dine! And a beautiful, beautiful setting! Love the pink plates and especially love the Homer Laughlin plate and berry bowl. The tablecloth is gorgeous and so is your stemware and your napkin rings. It looks like a peaceful place to linger over a glass of wine and have a romantic dinner!

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Sherry from Alabama said...

Oh my, how beautiful. I especially love the beautiful pink goblets. What a lovely place to enjoy a meal.

Sherry @ A Happy Valentine

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Donna (Timeless Settings) said...

oohh, this is so gorgeous! The first photo with the pink geranium is my favorite! The geranium looks beautiful against the tablecloth.

Donna

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Mid-Atlantic Martha said...

Oh Susan -- I love all the pinkness of your table today -- I have a weakness for pinkness *sigh* Love your pretty tablecloth - looks like a beautiful dinner for two on a beautiful evening.

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Bill said...

What a lovely table for two, Susan! It's wonderfully romantic ... and seems slightly mysterious. You've photographed it artfully, and the poem certainly captures and enhances the mood. Lord Byron's one of my very favorite poets. I was admiring the stemware as I viewed the images. They look wonderful with your vintage china -- a perfect pairing and a very thoughtful gift to you (and from you to your readers).

Thank you, as always, for hosting.

Kindest regards,
Bill

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...

Just soft, glowing and beautiful! I love the colors, the tablecloth and all of your beautiful plants!
Fabulous job Susan!
Cindy

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Needles Everywhere said...

How lovely, and what a great idea to caption it. You are so creative. I have been waiting for the weather to be good enough to eat outdoors. Your setting is so pretty.

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Debbiedoos said...

Susan you table is beautiful. Your paisley print tablecloth really caught my eye.

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Nancy's Daily Dish said...

I love the poetry of Lord Byron...one of my favorite tables you've created.

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Leigh of Tales from Bloggeritaville said...

stunning, stunning, stunning.

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria said...

Ooooh Susan you out did yourself with this beautiful romantic table for 2...outstanding as always girl..Love the PINK it's my signaature color you know ha ha!! I pray all is well in your world my friend...Hugs and smiles to ya...Gl♥ria

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger a quiet life said...

pretty in pink, really like your garden setting, romantic and sweet~

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Barbara said...

Oh, Susan! This is absolutely gorgeous and that poem is such a favorite of mine. It fits beautifully with such a feminine, quiet setting. Just lovely.

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Pinky said...

Oh Susan, you really stole my heart with this one! I love how you do a table to accompany a poem! Brilliant! Were you an English major? I love the pink plates with the flowers and I adore the Homer Laughlin! The pink wine glasses are beautiful and I LOOOOVE that tablecloth! XO, Pinky

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Marigene said...

Susan, your table is stunning, even though it is mostly pink! What a romantic place for a twilight meal.
Hope you get a chance to check out my "blue hour" photo that I had no idea I was getting until I started sorting through the pictures for TT! I was pleasantly surprised.

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Rettabug said...

How beautiful this cozy little setting looks, Susan! I have 2 left of my 6 pink Gorham stems just like your's. :( But two were just enough for this precious corner.

I remember this special dishes...they are the ones featured on your original BNOTP button! So dainty & delicate!
Luscious & vibrant colors in your pretty tablecloth & I am TOTALLY in lust with those white lacey chargers!!! ~Drool~

Such a charming tablescape...BRAVO!

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger xinex said...

Your tablescape is so adorable and romantic. I love the dishes and those chargers are my favorite....Christine

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Jemsmom said...

Absolutely divine!

 
At Wednesday, May 19, 2010 , Blogger Jess @ Frugal with a Flourish said...

That is my FAV Lord Byron Poem! Sigh! He is so dreamy! The original McDreamy! :) Your tablescape is fab too - so ethereal and beautiful!

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

These are always so lovely. I never think to take pictures of the tables I set, and then, most of my posts are funny and I'm still a little vague on how to work humor and beautiful dishware together.

I'll keep working on it though. There MUST be a way.

Until then, I'll just keep admiring!

-Lori @ In Pursuit of Martha Points

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Sarah said...

Susan, both the poetry and the photos of this delicate table set a romantic feel. Love the pinks and the garden setting. ~ Sarah

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Fifi Flowers said...

LOVE your table... would LOVE to paint one of the photos!!!

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger A 2 Z said...

Hi Susan,

Your tablescape is breathtaking! Lord Byron does not do you justice LOL I'm just joking (sorry L. Byron). You must have worked for hours but I have a feeling that it was hours of fun. You are very creative. Thanks for sharing and inspiring us.

Anne-Marie

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Charo said...

So beautiful display, the tablecloth is wonderful!!

Hugs
Charo

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Kudzucoszin said...

Susan, this is one of my favorite settings you have created. It's so sweet!

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger monica said...

this is my favorite so far...LOVE the pink! absolutely sweet, sweet!

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Cynthia@ITLLDO said...

This setting just takes my breath away. The pink paisley cloth is so gorgeous and absolutely perfect with those beautiful dishes.
I so look forward to TT! Thank you so much for hosting!

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger The Shiny Pebble said...

Lord Byron is one of my favorite English poets. This piece was inspired by the way his friend's widower looked in his funeral. It is a very sweet poem and a testament to his friendish.

The tablescape looks stunning and the poem fit it perfectly.

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger amariaf2000 said...

I want to have dinner here!! How beautiful!! Oh, if I didn't have two rugrats at home that love to destroy anything breakable, I would join this party every week! PS - LOVE LOVE LOVE that tablecloth!!!!

~angela @ peonypatch

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger susan said...

I am in love with the tablecloth! If a Facebook campaign could get Betty White on SNL, maybe I should start one to get a Homegoods here :) Beautiful as always. Hope to "play" again soon--have been in a tablescaping slump :)

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Janice said...

Wow I love the pink in this table setting! This is my first time linking a table setting, it is so fun I think I may have to try more in the future! I just found your blog and I love it. Thanks for hosting this,
Janice

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger the cape on the corner said...

i have linked up my first tablescape. in my head, i am saying it as "losing my tablescape virginity" but i didn't blog it like that in case someone finds it offensive. it's no different than the show property virgins, but whatever. anyway, thanks for hosting, and i love that poem. i have a book of quotes that i take from music, books, etc, and i have the first few lines of that poem in it, so i recognized it right away. your table looks lovely, as always. take care.

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Sharon Haynie said...

Susan-what a beautiful table! Those pink dishes are just gorgeous. Thanks for letting us see your lovelies and share ours too!

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger MARIA said...

You have a Very Pretty site!!!
Congratulations!

maria
from Poland

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Denise Marie said...

Love the cloth!! love the sweet china!! Wow, your flowers are so lush. I have a climbing pink mandevilla on my English door in the backyard. Yours are divine!

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Pauline said...

Lovely tablescape for two, Susan, well done :o)

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Alecia said...

my goodness- what a lovely tablecloth-my eyes are just drawn to it- very striking. Love the sweetness of this little tablescape

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Allison said...

Beautiful table setting! So soft, feminine and delicate. The lighting and flowers are perfect. What a sweet little porch. Such a romatic setting!

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger 9405018--Pat said...

Amazing...thanks for sharing....Pat H

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Maryrose said...

Hi Susan,
Darling table. Love the colors and of course the setting, there is nothing like dining outside with a poet. You always have the most amazing pieces and I always enjoy your parties.
Thanks for hosting.
Maryrose

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage said...

Lovely photos of a lovely table. Thanks for hosting Susan. I'm enjoying perusing all the posts.
Jacqueline

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Cass @ That Old House said...

LOVE the pink-rimmed plates -- so sweet and old fashioned looking, and just perfect in this setting.

Beautiful post -- the poetry and the graceful table --love it!
Cass

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Painter's Place said...

This is just beautiful!!

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger midnight macaroons said...

I always enjoy looking over your blog. So many beautiful tablescapes. This one is very lovely.

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Cate said...

Love the tablesetting, but anytime you mention Lord Bryon I'll always think my favorite big, grey cat

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Julio Muao said...

Fabulous table for 2 Susan! The color palette is beautiful. I love love the table cloth. The poem sets the tone for this intimate and magical setting.

xoxo
Julio

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger Linda Q said...

Susan, feels good to be back to Tablescaping. Sooo in love with your post this week, gorgeous tablecloth, I want it! The pinks, so pretty!
Linda

 
At Thursday, May 20, 2010 , Blogger * said...

Thank you so much for the lovely tablescape with Lord Byron. I have had a whirlwind day and visiting your blog today has brought peace to my spirit. As a busy mother of two I find little time for grown up relaxation. I am always inspired by your posts, especially your magnificant porch. Thanks again for the inspiration.

 
At Friday, May 21, 2010 , Blogger Tardevil said...

Such a gorgeous tablecloth! It reminds me of Miss Janice. Love the plates too, both patterns!

 
At Friday, May 21, 2010 , Blogger FLOWERSHOPGURL said...

Hi Susan, I love your pretty pink table for two. I really enjoyed reading your poem, so lovely. I also love using a lamp on the table. It reminds me of a lamp my mother gave me that is similar to yours. Your flowers look so pretty and romantic looking. I especially love the table linen. Thank you for sharing and hosting again!
Hugz,
Kim

 
At Friday, May 21, 2010 , Blogger Mary said...

This is just lovely, lovely!

Lately I am so drawn to colored glassware and your pink stemware is so pretty!

If that lamp with the glass pansy shade goes missing, you'll know where to find it...with me!

Mary
From Virginia

 
At Friday, May 21, 2010 , Blogger JudyR said...

Are you sure you want to have dinner with Lord Byron? He was quite a rake in his time. He probably would have jumped you before you got to dessert! And he certainly did not rate such a nice tablescape!

Judy

 
At Friday, May 21, 2010 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I love your tablecloth with the pink and yellow paisley. The lamp being lighted makes the table feel so homey. Thanks for being so kind to bring us together so we can view all the beautiful tables each week. I know you work very hard on each of your wonderful posts.

 
At Saturday, May 22, 2010 , Blogger Lady Katherine said...

Perfection! I just love this setting! I could sit here all day and night! The dishes are beautiful as is the whole setting! Love the touch you added with the lamp! The chargers are wonderful!!!! I want to see the white plant stand? lol

 
At Sunday, May 23, 2010 , Blogger Gloria said...

Hi, Susan! I haven't had a chance to do a lot of blog visiting lately, but I told myself that I just HAVE to catch up with your blog!! What a beautiful pink tablescape. LOVE IT! The lovely job you did with the plants and flowers really make it. Take care!
Best regards,
Gloria

 
At Thursday, May 27, 2010 , Blogger Suzann said...

This is so sweet and romantic - simply lovely.

 
At Sunday, May 30, 2010 , Blogger Miss Janice said...

This is soooo pretty. Of course, I love the dinnerware, but the tablecloth and the precious little lamp really bring it all together!

 
At Thursday, September 16, 2010 , Blogger Amythyst said...

Your beautiful pairing of poetry and tablescapes made me cry! Lovely and nourishing!

 

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