Liberty, Justice and July Tabletops

 

There is something about this patriotic time of year that makes me want to read more, watch television less, and get lost in meaningful conversation.

My July tabletop was centered around bright red apples paired with a blue checkered table cloth.

I adore all things patriotic and my table makes this known.

It is the perfect place to sit after a meal and attempt to solve all the world's problems.

 

Each generation goes further than the generation preceding it because it stands on the shoulders of that generation. You will have opportunities beyond anything we've ever known.
-Ronald Reagan

 

A single conversation across the table with a wise man is better than ten years mere study of books.
-Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

 

April Tabletop- Happy Home Opener!

 

Every month I decorate my table for a season or event, and with the beautiful weather this weekend it can only mean...spring is here and so is baseball!!! Some of my favorite childhood memories involve baseball so I figured I would re-create those fond memories with Cracker Jacks, Big League Chew, and baseball cards. Now if only my older brothers were here to trade cards with after we open up all the packs, the night would be complete.

 

 

 

 

In honor of the our Minnesota Twins home opener tomorrow I made some baseball cut-outs for my co-workers. I hope everyone enjoys them!

February Lovebirds

My table top theme for the month of February was "lovebirds!"

I had some beautiful bird napkin ring holders that I used to complement the differing reds and floral patterns.

I layered my plates and tied it together with candles and ribbon.

 I love this vintage romance feel for my table!

Warm Burlap- January Tabletop

This year I want to find more time for myself! One of my most favorite things to do is play with my table linens and create beautiful table center pieces for dinner guests. Both Josh and I love cooking, baking, hosting, and making our home a welcoming place for friends and family. My table setting for January was inspired by my sweet divine burlap table runner purchased at Ramshackled Treasures. http://www.ramshackledtreasuresonline.com   

They have some really cute burlap pieces right now if you are in the market. I also found a ruffled Christmas tree skirt that I knew would be perfect for table center pieces. It is cream colored and very versatile so I am sure I will use it often. The layered look on my table is very put together and coordinated. I used wicker placements that compliment the burlap and a silver charger for a little shine underneath my china.  I layered a cream and white eyelet napkin paired pearl napkin ring holders which really tied the colors together. I have been seeing a lot of beautiful glass pieces stacked on top of each other lately and I decided to give it a try since I like a little height on my table. I layered a crystal dish on a cake stand and filled it with chocolate covered raisins, almonds, and peanuts for our guests. I am hoping that soon my table is filled with delicious food and the seats are occupied by wonderful company. The table is the one place in the home that cannot be gathered around too often. 

All great change in America begins at the dinner table. 
Ronald Reagan