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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, July 2, 2012

Summer Time. Summer Time.

My Inspiration for this Tablescape was getting 
back from a two week
Break as you all know.. I have miss you all.. 
But now I'm back. I also did use my pink
depression glass in between my plates as you can see.

Do you all remember my stoneware from Italy? 
The pattern is Furio Pink Flower. 
My salad plate is for Shrimp,mango and cucumber so good.

This is my dinner plate. I know you are wondering 
what't for dinner ??
We are having Prosciutto and basil wrapped Shrimp.
 yummy. This recipe was from Whitewater cook book.
This was a win from the Kitchen Witch great book.
Thanks Lyndsay.

I hope you are all having a wonderful day!!

I use my white Soup Tureen~~
For my Hydenea and Magnolias Centerpiece.

Looking down at my placemats and flatware~~

The custard cup will have a brownie on the bottom
with Vanilla ice cream on top maybe some chocolate syrup
on top...

I did use my Vintage napkins and  
my napkin rings from Target. !!

By putting a black tablecloth on my table, 
just makes my Ribbon Lace just pop. 
I love a candle light dinner it
really sets the mood for my guests" 
lets have a glass of wine OK.

I hope you all come Back!! Please take a moment to comment.
Thank you so much!! I am linking up with these blogs
for there linky parties.


36 comments:

Barbara F. said...

I kept checking to see if you had posted, so glad you are back. Another beautiful table. I love your dishes with the pink flowers, linens, as always, are stunning. And also a very pretty centerpiece. xo

Michele M./ Finch Rest said...

That is a lovely tablescape!

Shabby chic Sandy said...

That is so pretty. I haven't set a fancy table setting in a while. You inspire me!

Ocean Breezes and Country Sneezes said...

Your table truly looks summery and very inviting! Have a wonderful 4th of July!

Mary

Unknown said...

Diane, I love every piece and element of this table setting. From the black tablecloth to the top of the magnolia!!!

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

This is so beautiful I love the plates with the pretty pink flowers and your linens are just unreal gorgeous. Thanks tons for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

Alycia Nichols said...

Yippee! You're back! Welcome home! I like the way you used the black linen as a neutral background. It really helps everything else on the table to take on a prominence. Pretty dishes, and the menu sounds REALLY good!!! Mmmmmm...shrimp! I am so hungry right now! We are going to dinner soon, so I think I know what I'll be ordering now! :-) Welcome back, and have a great week!!!!!

Linda @ Life and Linda said...

Welcome back Diane. Did you little grey box go away? Your flower plates are very pretty with the lace placemats. The menu sounds lovely. Take care. XO Linda

Shabby Brocante, Karen said...

Diane I am glad you're back! Gorgeous fresh pink tablescape! Love the layering with the depression glass. Beautiful setting and a delicious menu...yum. The shrimp sounds so good.

Jocelyn said...

Diane everything is so beautiful! I love how the table is so romantic and dramatic.

Jocelyn @
http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com

Lea @ CiCis Corner said...

I think we have the same sterling, Chantilly. Another beautiful table setting and a most yummy menu.

Carol said...

Excellent setting and I love that china pattern :0) My Mother-in-las had a luncheon set with that pattern and I loved it. She gave it a friend of hers and I almost cried.

Chatty Crone said...

Another very beautiful table setting - I love them all. sandie

Kathe said...

Welcome back! Such a pretty table! Love the use of the black tablecloth, so unexpected! Your plates and flatware are so pretty and delicate! Thanks so much for sharing this at Your Gonna Love It Tuesday :-)

Tricia said...

Oh, that photo with a closeup of the Battenburg lace and your silver pattern is simply stunning! I love the way the lacy placemats and napkins pop against the dark tablecloth. And the pink adds the perfect touch!

Judy Biggerstaff said...

Glad to see you back to posting Diane but also hoped you enjoyed time away. Your tablescape is so soft and elegant with your Battenburg lace placemats, love your flatware too.

Creations By Cindy said...

Awe...what a sweet tablescape. Love the dishes! Hugs and blessings, Cindy

Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLiz said...

HI Diane!
Your table looks great! Love those plates.
Have a great 4th of July!
Liz

Savannah Granny said...

Diane, I love your table. The placemats are beautiful and the black undercloth was a great ides. Love you dishes, so pretty.
Happy 4th, Ginger

Cynthia said...

Just a beautiful table I like the napkins and love your centerpiece. Saw you on Cowgirl Up Party. Hope you checkout cloche and lavender.

Cynthia

Monica @ Happily Playing with Dishes said...

May I have some dessert? Love your table as usual!! Happy 4th!

Pat M said...

The plates are very pretty and the napkins are my favorite! As always, a stunning setting...your friends are blessed to enjoy your tables!
Hugs, GraceinAZ (Pat)

Honey at 2805 said...

Hi Diane! Nice to "see" you again! Your table is lovely and the placemats against the black table cloth really make them stand out! Everything is lovely!

Thank you for sharing your creativity at Potpourri Friday!

Art and Sand said...

Those white napkins are just beautiful.

Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️ said...

Beautiful tablescape Diane! I love the added black tablecloth.

Dee

Pam~ Virginia Retro said...

Looks gorgeous & sounds delicious! What time is dinner? :-)

Aledia said...

So very nice to have you back!!
I really love your pretty dishes and those napkins are just lovely. I adore those white custard cups!!

I hope you have a wonderful day!!
(hugs)
Aledia @ Plum Perfect

Diann said...

Such a pretty table Diane! So glad to see you back! Thank you for sharing at TTF and have a great day!

Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com said...

My goodness that is just lovely in every way!

allisamazing said...

Such a lovely fresh table for summer!

Ann @ Corner of Plaid and Paisley said...

Very pretty table. I love the Battenburg lace! I can almost taste that brownie in the custard cups!

Velva said...

Proof that simple is best.

Velva

Georgie Horn said...

Hi Diane, Haven't been by in a while, thought I'd come see how your table was set today. What a nice setting and I LoVE the flatware!

Art and Sand said...

Those white cutwork napkins are so lovely. We eat all of our meals with cloth napkins. I just made some white napkins with a little ruffle all around to mimic some I saw on a post from Cabin & Cottage. I got mad at my husband for spilling his red wine the first night we used them, but I realized they will be the easiest to keep spotless.
Thanks for all your inspiring settings to enjoy.

Art and Sand said...

Those white cutwork napkins are so lovely. We eat all of our meals with cloth napkins. I just made some white napkins with a little ruffle all around to mimic some I saw on a post from Cabin & Cottage. I got mad at my husband for spilling his red wine the first night we used them, but I realized they will be the easiest to keep spotless.
Thanks for all your inspiring settings to enjoy.

~Sues Treasures on the Porch~ said...

As I thought I have missed seeing your beautiful tablescapes this one is stunning as always I love the pink flowers and the center piece is just beautiful!! I hope to catch up with you others but I know they will all be wonderful! Love you Sue