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I love designing tablescapes. I started back in September 2010 and I now design tablescapes to share on my blog as well as on "Between Naps on the Porch" for Tablescape Thursdays.

My passion for designing tablescapes has sent me out on a search to buy more dishes that I can share every week.

I also enjoy making my own napkins to go with my different dishes and I love to mix and match some of my beautiful dishes.


Monday, June 10, 2013

~Repost Island Tablescape ~

My inspiration for this Tablescape was a trip to the
Island of Jamaica!~~~
 
I purchased this dinnerware from Kohl's and Pier One !!!
 
Will its time to Eat Ladie !!! I do hope you like grilled Jumbo Shrimp with
Mango Dip so good !!
 
How about some Justin Wilson's Louisiana Seafood Gumbo ~~~
 
My palm tree glasses are Hand Painted !!
I purchased from the Dollar Tree store for a $1.00 each ~~ Five years ago.
My centerpiece is mix flowers from the store, and my Garden~~
The red, and black parrot's are from Macy's
 
The light green placemats came from the Thrift Shop !! six for $2.00
I hope you had a good time with us on the Island of Jamaica~~~
 
I hope you all come Back!! Please take a moment to comment.
Thank you so much!! I am linking up with these Blogs for their linky parties !!
 
betweennapsontheporch.com/
http://www.astrollthrulife.blogspot.com/
http://www.thetablescaper.blogspot.com/

45 comments:

Pamela Gordon said...

I sure enjoyed my trip to Jamaica! I'll play pretend for warm sunny climates any time as we are getting so much rain here in the eastern part of Canada. Your tablescape is just beautiful! Love the palm tree glasses! Pamela

Barbara F. said...

I so enjoyed my visit to Jamaica! What a fun and fabulous tablescape. I love the birds, the plates, the stems, the flowers, everything.... I definitely could go for some chilled shrimp and mango salsa. Yum! xo,

Visits With Mary said...

Hi Diane! This is really a pretty table, would make the best of meals taste better!

Anonymous said...

What a great job you have done tying all the elements together. There is a lot of drama here as well as just plain fun. And thinking ahead, there is much you can use in December.

Unknown said...

Very pretty table Diane... whats for dinner?

Pattie

Lizabeth said...

Hey that was enjoyable! Love these colors, very island like! The shrimp and mango salsa sound great! The flower shaped plate with the green and white floral bowls are perfect together! The parrots are the perfect touch as well as those painted palm stemware! Great combination!

Jan@southernjunkin' said...

Thanks for the trip! I love the handpainted glasses and from the Dollar Tree! And thanks for visiting my blog!

The Tablescaper said...

such a fun and vibrant tablescape. I sure enjoyed my trip to the islands!

- The Tablescaper

Lynn said...

Very pretty Diane! I could feel your inspiration, great colors! Love the little flower dish and the pretty bowl on top of it-enjoy:@)

Savannah Granny said...

Diane, Just beautiful. Such a great trip to the islands. Love all the different elements. The centerpiece is so beautiful and the placemats are were quite the bargain. As usual you have created a masterpiece. Hugs, Ginger :)

Lori @ Dining Delight said...

Great colour combo! Really does look Jamaican! Beautiful dishes and accessories!

DD

Anonymous said...

I lake it, pretty table Diane!
Kisses.

Pinky at Designs by Pinky said...

Gorgeous table, Diane! I LOOOVE anything tropical! I ahve a whole set of palm tree dishes and glasses and decorate my kitchen sometimes with all palm tree things!!!! So this is right up my alley! Those glasses were a steal! XO, Pinky

Stitchfork said...

Can hear the steel drum music playing!
xo Cathy

Anonymous said...

I love the island theme__some of my favorite colors. Where do you keep all your lovely dishes and accessories? This one is one of my favorites. I'll be looking at your archives to find others. I just may have to steal..um...borrow an idea.
Looking forward to the next beautiful idea.

Til next time...
God bless you.
Ginger

Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net) said...

Diane, this is sooo beautiful! Amazing flatware...it looks like vintage silver! I love this tablescape!

Calypso In The Country said...

I absolutely LOVE this tablescape! It has such an islandy feel!

FABBY'S LIVING said...

Oh Dianne this is so beautiful, wow! You're so creative! I did go see something a little before this one, but blogger had some issues and maybe you didn't get it! This table is stunning hon...and yeah, it's very island vacation looking, the photographs are great! I love the bowls and the glasses with the palm tree and for $1...so lucky! Gorgeous!
Hugs
FABBY

Debbiedoos said...

Hi Diann...I can hear the Island music from here. Just so pretty my dear friend.XO

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said...

This is beautiful, Diane! So colorful and happy...it feels like a most special celebration! I would LOVE dining at this table!

Poppy @ With a Dash of Color said...

Wow, this is amazing! Thanks for taking me to Jamaica, Diane. You have created a beautiful tablescape and I love all the colors... lime green with splashes of red and white and I love the silver ware and the dipping bowl is adorable Have a lovely week and thanks for sharing.~Poppy

http://withadashofcolor.blogspot.com/

A Hint of Home said...

I love this tablescape! It is so original and cute!
You have an amazing collection of dis!es and accessories. I love the way you put them together. You are very talented.

Susan Nowell @ My Place to Yours said...

Dianne, thanks for the vacation! Such a great tablescape -- and your silverware is fantastic!

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Your tablescape is wonderful. I love your colors and the centerpiece floral arrangement is gorgeous. So pretty. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

Designs on 47th Street said...

Oh I VERY much enjoyed this table! You sure do know how to put a nice look together. Isn't it rewarding to find so many great thrifted pieces and combine them with what you have?

I'm sorry i haven't been by lately...I haven't been blogging as much lately. Must get better! :)
Donna

Anonymous said...

Hi Diane, I got your comment and was puzzled at what you said about missing my comments. I left one on your blue, white and yellow last week. It seems to have disappeared. There is also a comment from me on your Dessert Rose post,dated April 29th. I'm still checking but I remember those two recent posts in particular. Last week was the week of the great blogger dilemma, so my comment might have disappeared on that post.

Your table today, is lovely.

FABBY'S LIVING said...

I came back! I love your flatware sweetie, it looks vintage silver, just gorgeous! I'm also at Susans, TT.
Hugs
FABBY

Carolyn said...

Gorgeous!! This is one of my favorite tablescapes ever!

Miss Merry said...

It is such an "island" table! I especially like the white petal plates in your placesetting. They really set the mood of the table. So pretty.

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

Your table is lovely. I adore those glasses...don't you just love the Dollar Tree??

PAINTORDIG.blogspot.com said...

Love this! I really like those napkin rings. Those glasses are so pretty, I haven't seen any like those at our dollar tree.I like how you mixed the dishes and hat menu sounds fabulous! Now following.

Sunny Simple Life said...

How wonderful to be able to dine at such beautiful and fun tables. Your lucky family and friends must really enjoy meals at your table.

Aledia said...

Perfect as always, I am LOVING those big ole napkin rings!! Have a great evening! (hugs)

Marigene said...

Beautiful tropical table, Diane...glad to see I am not the only one that finds red and green a great combination for other than at Christmas!

~Sues Treasures on the Porch~ said...

This is so pretty Diane I love the colors and the flowers are perfect you really know how to throw a dinner party!

Katherines Corner said...

I think I hear the ocean and some hula music :-) xo

Katherines Corner said...

P.S. I fixed the giveaway code :-)

Tablescapes By Diane said...

http://katherinescorner.com. This Katherines Give-A-WAY Link ~~~ I hope you go see her sweet ladie. I hope you all have a Great Weekend.
XXOO
Diane

Frog Hollow Farm Girl said...

Sending a sweet hello from Frog Hollow Farm! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog - I'm glad that you enjoy reading about all of our cooking adventures here. Your tablescape looks wonderful - so festive - and the colors are so rich - great job~ Ciao, bella!!

Ann from On Sutton Place said...

Hi Diane...thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such a nice comment about my porch. Your table is absolutely incredible. I am amazed at how you took things from here and there and put them together for such a great look. Well done! Hope you have a great weekend...~Ann

Mid-Atlantic Martha said...

What a colorful table! This looks so cheerful -- just like a tropical vacation!

Elizabeth and Gary said...

Just as lovely as can be! I love all the red and your flatware is beautiful. I have my Grandma's flatware, I should really use it more.
I love how you celebrate your meals with such beautiful table settings. Also a pleasure visiting you!
Have a sweet day and hugs, Elizabeth

Tootsie said...

OMG!!! I want....no....NEED those teacups!!! this is a gorgeous creation....as usual...I wish you lived closer..we could share those teacups...at MY house...and you could teach me to table scape!!!!
hugs!!! *)*)*)

JudyBug said...

Love these dishes and the colors. You know, you can never run out of room for dishes. You just have to pare down other things...hubby's clothes, children's toys, bill drawers...you know...non essentials!!

Savannah Granny said...

Diane, I remember this. I love those glasses. I remember you used to have them on your header.
Great table!
xoGinger