Welcome to Tablescape Thursday, hosted by Susan at Between Naps on the Porch.
Have you ever had a grand idea for a blog post, took the pictures in eager anticipation of how the post will look, and then realize the pictures just don't look right and don't use them or your grand idea? Well, that's what happened to me in March. I thought this tablescape looked pretty spiffy while I arranged it. That is until I looked at the blah pictures. Hmmm, something was missing. There wasn't any oomph... I think it needed flowers or greenery. It needed something!
(Click on the pictures to enlarge.) I really liked the tablecloth, placemats and plates. The napkins have a pretty scalloped edge and I've always loved my flatware.
The plates used to hang on the wall in the dining room, but shhhh, don't tell anyone...
Here's another shot of the boring centerpiece. What do you think would have put it over the top?
I've shown the birdhouses before, but they're just too cute for words.
And here's the last one.
I'm always looking for ideas and suggestions, would you like to share your ideas?
Click HERE to visit Susan for the list of the other Tablescape Thursday participants.
Hi Diane! What a sweet tablescape...you know how I can't resist anything with birdhouses! I love those open work/filigree plates...they are beautiful! I love your flatware...I've never seen that style before but I LOVE it! You have fabulous taste, girlfriend...I love your tablescapes! Susan
Yes, I have done that before. Isn't it amazing how different something looks when you take a picture and think about posting it on your blog? I think this is a lovely tablescape. Those plates from your wall are absolutely stunning, and the tablecloth picks up the colors in the plates. And the white plates with the cutouts are so pretty. Bird houses are always great, and yours are so pretty. I don't think this table needs anything (except maybe me sitting in a chair waiting for you to bring me some food). laurie
The bird houses are so cute and I love the flatware, it is lovely! You asked what you could have done to the centerpiece to add that little extra... what about some branches and maybe some moss, a tiny nest or two with some eggs... kind of arranged all around and between the bird houses? The table really is darling!
I think it looks great as it is, but maybe a little bit of greenery, not necessarily flowers. The birdhouses are already so colorful. Maybe like moss topiaries or ferns, or even just some branches. I was thinking little birds scattered about would be cute too if you have any. I LOVE you plates by the way!
Hi Diane, this is a really cute tablescape! Love the birdhouses and the plates(especially the one with the red flower)I think you did a great job! I know what you mean about the pics though,that happens to me quite often. Kristen
Since Sophie is the only tablescaper in our house, I asked her and she said a dish full of bones would be the perfect touch. As for myself, I think it is just perfect as is.
Love those plates -- I'm a big bird on the table lover too - It certainly looks wonderful, but since you've asked for comments -- how about a pretty shabby chic tray to contain the pretty pieces that make up your centerpiece. It's fun to keep re-designing for new looks!
The bird houses look lovely with the plate pattern. Very pretty. Head on over to my blog and if you aren't following yet, please take a look around and if you like what you see, click on the "Follow" button. This way we can inspire each other often!
I love the plates and the flatware! ...in reference to inspiration and ideas, I think what you've done is great...maybe a bowl of fruit to carry on with the plate motif? Just a thought. All the TT participants are great sources for inpiration! Michelle
i love everything.i seee nothing i would change.i LOVE-----------those plates and of course the bird houses.the only thing i would change is to put it on my table,haha...ann
Love all your birdhouses! The plates and flatware are great also. It all looks great to me - sometimes adding more takes away from the overall look you are trying to achieve. Looking good!!
Ooo, love the birdhouses, and your flatware is gorgeous! Maybe add a few flowering branches or an ivy topiary? I actually think it looks great as is. :)
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26 comments:
So cute... I need to start a collection of bird houses!
Hi Diane!
What a sweet tablescape...you know how I can't resist anything with birdhouses! I love those open work/filigree plates...they are beautiful! I love your flatware...I've never seen that style before but I LOVE it! You have fabulous taste, girlfriend...I love your tablescapes!
Susan
Yes, I have done that before. Isn't it amazing how different something looks when you take a picture and think about posting it on your blog? I think this is a lovely tablescape. Those plates from your wall are absolutely stunning, and the tablecloth picks up the colors in the plates. And the white plates with the cutouts are so pretty. Bird houses are always great, and yours are so pretty. I don't think this table needs anything (except maybe me sitting in a chair waiting for you to bring me some food). laurie
The bird houses are so cute and I love the flatware, it is lovely! You asked what you could have done to the centerpiece to add that little extra... what about some branches and maybe some moss, a tiny nest or two with some eggs... kind of arranged all around and between the bird houses? The table really is darling!
Karyn
I think it looks great as it is, but maybe a little bit of greenery, not necessarily flowers. The birdhouses are already so colorful. Maybe like moss topiaries or ferns, or even just some branches. I was thinking little birds scattered about would be cute too if you have any. I LOVE you plates by the way!
Love your plates!
Joyce
Those plates are beautiful!
Cute tablescape, Diane.
Hi Diane, this is a really cute tablescape! Love the birdhouses and the plates(especially the one with the red flower)I think you did a great job! I know what you mean about the pics though,that happens to me quite often. Kristen
Since Sophie is the only tablescaper in our house, I asked her and she said a dish full of bones would be the perfect touch. As for myself, I think it is just perfect as is.
Cute table. Love the birdhouses! Thanks for sharing and have a great day!
Love those plates -- I'm a big bird on the table lover too - It certainly looks wonderful, but since you've asked for comments -- how about a pretty shabby chic tray to contain the pretty pieces that make up your centerpiece. It's fun to keep re-designing for new looks!
The bird houses look lovely with the plate pattern. Very pretty. Head on over to my blog and if you aren't following yet, please take a look around and if you like what you see, click on the "Follow" button. This way we can inspire each other often!
Hello! I know what you mean, I constantly feel like I needed to add something else after I took the pictures!
Your is lovely, the plates did finished the look!
I love the plates and the flatware! ...in reference to inspiration and ideas, I think what you've done is great...maybe a bowl of fruit to carry on with the plate motif? Just a thought. All the TT participants are great sources for inpiration!
Michelle
Uh huh, it's missing something, but damned if I know what! I do love those plates though!
Justine :o )
i love everything.i seee nothing i would change.i LOVE-----------those plates and of course the bird houses.the only thing i would change is to put it on my table,haha...ann
Love all your birdhouses! The plates and flatware are great also. It all looks great to me - sometimes adding more takes away from the overall look you are trying to achieve. Looking good!!
I think it's precious!
Oh, how I love birdhouses - and you have a great collection! Really nicely put together! Linda
Love the plates with the cut-out border, just so pretty. And birdhouses always look so cute in a tablescape!
Love the garden/birdhouse theme. Those plates are so pretty. Makes me want to have a garden party too!
I love the birdhouse you have! So much fun! Susan
I love those plates!
Oh I LOVE your sweet birdhouses! :)
Pretty plates too!
Ooo, love the birdhouses, and your flatware is gorgeous! Maybe add a few flowering branches or an ivy topiary? I actually think it looks great as is. :)
My gosh, those dishes are GORGEOUS! You set a lovely table, yes, you do!
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