Francis Scott Key
Oh, say, can you see,
By the dawn's early light,
What so proudly we hailed
At the twilight's last gleaming.
Whose broad stripes and bright stars,
Thru the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watched,
Were so gallantly streaming.
And the rockets' red glare,
The bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night
That our flag was still there.
O say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free,
And the home of the brave.
Thank-you to all the men and women, past and present, who make it possible for us to celebrate with freedom this Independence Day.
Hope you have a wonderful 4th of July!
Resources for this tablescape:
Chargers: Neiman Marcus
China: Warren Kimble, Colonial Pattern-eBay
Stemware: Star Glasses-Home Goods, Big Lots had them, too; Blue Stems-Dollar Tree; French Countryside Ruby Goblets-Mikasa
Napkins: Martha Stewart-Macys
Flatware: Hampton-Tuesday Morning
Napkin Rings: Made from ribbon, tutorial will be posted soon
Lantern: Old Time Pottery
Candles: Colonial Candle
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Welcome! Thanks for coming to the party!
This is quite a patriotic salute to Old Glory! What a fun and festive 4th of July table. Those plates are marvelous! I would love to have a set. They add such a wow factor to the table! I was singing right along with you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting TT!
Yvonne
Susan,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful tablescape. . .the candlelit view takes my breath away! I adore those clear star glasses! Your dinnerware is stunning. Truly a star studded tablescape!
Fondly,
Pat
Susan, what a magical table you've set for the 4th. I love all the details you have scattered about. The bucket of flags waving is so darn cute.. I fell in love with the flatware. Happy 4th..
ReplyDeletehugs ~lynne~
Hi Susan, The words to this anthem always give me a joyous feeling--a rush inside--! I love your patriotic table and all the little subtle touches you added to the room--the stars and pillows and flags! Just today I pinned your table with the three lanterns to my pinterest holiday board because I love the lanterns, and this one is even better! Thank you for hosting. It is so much fun. Linda
ReplyDeleteSusan, this is gorgeous!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your red, white, and blue tablescape! Those dishes are fantastic! Thanks for sharing and for hosting this party.
ReplyDeleteHappy Independence Day! I love your interpretation of the red, white and blue. Those Warren Kimble plates are beautiful. I like how you tied the sweet little ribbon to each blue wine glass stem.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the tutorial on those adorable napkin rings, too!
What a pretty and festive table!! Thanks for hosting Susan!!
ReplyDeleteJust thank you for honoring our National Anthem in such a lovely way. The tablescape is wonderful! Cherry Kay
ReplyDeleteSusan, this is such an elegant tablescape to celebrate the July fourth birthday party. Your entire porch is beautiful. I love the stars and stripes of course and the red napkins are gorgeous but the napkin rings are the finishing touch.
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting your party and have a great fourth of July.
~Emily
The French Hutch
See?! There you go, once more...what a MAGNIFICENT tablescape for Old Glory's honor!! The flag dishes are beautiful, (wish I owned them, lol!) The lantern with the candles as a centerpiece is fabulous. Beautiful blue and red stems, wow, I love everything in this wonderful table, Susan. Thank you for sharing and for more inspiration and for hosting this great party, sweet lady. Hugs, FABBY
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post!!! Your table setting is gorgeous .. wishing you a wonderful 4th of July ... xo HHL
ReplyDelete"O beautiful, for spacious PORCH!!" LOL GORGEOUS patriotic table, Susan! I just bought 8 of the blue stems today & was thrilled to find them. I love how you paired yours with the red & clear glassware.
ReplyDeleteI'm holding my breath that you don't singe that ribbon with the lit candles! I remember what happened once before. *wink*
Love the little stars up by the sign on the wall, too. You think of everything!
Happy 4th!
fondly,
Rett
Happy Fourth of July, Susan. The table looks fantastic - fireworks worthy.
ReplyDeleteI love the china, and the napkins rings are great.
Thank you for hosting, and for the continued inspiration.
BEAUTIFUL! I can't wait for the tutorial on those napkin rings.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Susan! I was singing as I was I scrolling along. Martina
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning - all of it! And what a creative way of posting, with each line of the Star Spangled Banner. Your porch is so beautiful and the windows are incredible! Thank you for sharing....looking forward to the awesome napkin holder tutorial! ;)
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful, Susan. This one filled my heart with joy and brought tears to my eyes.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your passion for gracious living with us week after week.
Happy 4th, and happy almost 150th Tablescape Thursday! A milestone approaches. ;)
Kindest regards,
Bill
Beautiful Patriotic Post Susan! LOVED IT!
ReplyDeleteHave a Happy 4th of July,
Hugs,
Donna
I love it..great job with this lovely place setting!
ReplyDeleteChris :o)
Sorry - as I am in the UK we don't celebrate the 4th of July ( would sort of not make sense :-)) ) So have included a festive breakfast table.Your porch looks very celebratory, hope you have a great 4th of July.
ReplyDeleteYou know, I only noticed just now how enormeously big your porch is, as you have not just a dining area but alos a sitting area and then also the outside porch.When times are hard, you could always rent it out as an extra home to another family, hahaha- perish the thought- what a horribly idea -only joking!!I'm just jealous :-)))
A wonderful patriotic tablescape. I wish you, your family and blog followers a very happy 4th July!!
ReplyDeletePhil and I have just come back from a visit to the Normandy beaches. It was great that the American, Canadian and British servicemen were able to work together to liberate France in June 1944.Sadly with a great loss of life as we found out when we visited the cemeteries.I have a few posts on the visit.
Jackie in Surrey, UK.
I love your table Susan! I especially love the red lantern. I so wish I lived near an Old Time Pottery, they have the best stuff! I hope you and your family have a very happy 4th of July!!!
ReplyDeleteSusan!...my heart is full to overflowing with tears! Thanks for being a true patriot! And honoring all the ones that have fought to keep us a FREE nation where Ole Glory still fly's with pride!!
ReplyDeleteONE NATION UNDER GOD!!
~Jo
LazyonLoblolly
Marvelous susan! Would love to join you at this table. Have a great 4th my friend.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving all this Patriotism. Really makes me want to go and visit everyone's home! Please post this entry at my Patriotic linky party I'm currently hosting. I'm so ready for the holiday! Have a safe and Happy 4th!!
ReplyDeleteYour table is spectacular, and I love the way you tied it in with the Start Spangled Banner. Happy Fourth!
ReplyDeleteSusan, your table is beautiful! My eye was immediately drawn to the napkin rings, so I can't wait for the tutorial on making them. I love the lantern with the candles.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!! I would love it if you could link it up on my "4th July treats" Linky!
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I really just need to come sit at your table! I can feel the fresh cool breeze blowing through and I relax and enjoy the beauty! Thx for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteFabulous! Love the red, white and blue dishes/accessories all tied together and they look perfect on your gorgeous porch! Wish I could find the Canadian version of those terrific "flag" plates! Happy 4th to you!
ReplyDeleteDD
Everything is so pretty and just perfect for the 4th! Love love the red lantern!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for the napkin ring ribbon tutorial. I want you know I have started a BNOTP three ring binder to keep all your clever tutorials together in one place!
Mary
Susan, beautiful patriotic table! Loce that lantern too, thanks so much for hosting!
ReplyDeleteoops! Tardy to the party but sharing non-the-less! Thanks for hosting Susan xo
ReplyDelete:D Lynda
You never miss a beat with your lovely holiday tablescapes, Susan! I appreciate the patriotic salute to our flag and anthem.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, I love the "Summer Breeze" sign. That song is STILL one of my favorites.
Have a happy and fun 4th!
Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/
Your plates are beautiful Susan and I love the napkin rings! Have a Happy 4th:@)
ReplyDeleteI been up early this morning Swedish time and unable to link my blog. It was really desperating.
ReplyDeleteBut---tardy or not, am linking my blog & join your party.
TY for hosting. Luv all your decos. Such a good host too.
Happy 4th & enjoy the summery days.
Hi from sunny Stockholm,
/chie
Lovely table and so patriotic. Great job Susan.
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Perfect for the 4th!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your visits to my blog. I've sure enjoyed my visit here.
Hugs,
Kat
Thanks for the reminder...and you weren't even "off key"!
ReplyDeleteThe table is lovely.