Thursday, May 20, 2010

Summer's Officially Here!!!

Memorial Day Weekend signals the official start of Summer for those of us that live high in the Rocky Mountains. It's finally warm enough to begin to enjoy the beautiful mountains that surround us. This year, in spite of the cool weather and YES-SNOW!!, my family plans to get together sometime over the weekend. We are a pretty casual bunch, so I've set my table for whatever may happen. Between my kids and in-laws, we can never plan on a set time.
I've used a red tablecloth from Christmas, and blue checked placemats as a runner. I think I purchased those from Wal-Mart, but only got three! I'm using my Cobalt and Scarlett Fiesta with plates from a set of Better Homes and Gardens dishes that I got on clearance from Wal-Mart. The centerpiece is a stick basket that I've had for years, with Marguerite Daisies that will be going in my flower beds this weekend. I'm using my everyday stainless and glasses. My napkins are in jean pockets and are bandanas.
Thanks so much Susan from Between Naps on the Porch for hosting this party. I have so enjoyed each and every one of your posts and comments. Seeing all of your beauties and special treasures is a joy!







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12 comments:

  1. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 20, 2010 at 8:48 AM

    LOVE your table. It is so perfect for the holiday. Love the planter centerpiece too. Gorgeous. Hugs, Marty

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  2. TriciaMay 20, 2010 at 10:31 AM

    Love the checked "runner" idea! The red, white, and blue theme is perfectly carried out in your tablescape -- so festive!

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  3. DiannMay 20, 2010 at 11:25 AM

    What a fun table! Everything looks just perfect!

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  4. Needles EverywhereMay 20, 2010 at 11:55 AM

    Jean pockets - how cute is that! The table just screams summer. Really nice.

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  5. MarigeneMay 20, 2010 at 1:33 PM

    Love your red, white and blue table...can't go wrong with those great colors! I love Marguerite daisies, they look so cute in your twig basket.

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  6. CharoMay 20, 2010 at 3:56 PM

    So pretty and nice, love the pocket napkin holders, so cute!!!

    Hugs
    Charo

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  7. the cape on the cornerMay 20, 2010 at 5:56 PM

    oh my goodness, i love this. i can just see a juicy piece of watermelon on each of those plates, you know?

    thank you so much for stopping by the cape on the corner, and for your very encouraging words on my tablescape! i wish i had more to contribute, but i don't have any other dishes!

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  8. DebbieMay 20, 2010 at 7:36 PM

    Thank you for your nice comment on my tablescape. Since I'm new to all of this, your words are very encouraging.
    Your table setting is adorable! The pockets are way too cute! Great idea!
    Debbie@houseatthelake

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  9. Mid-Atlantic MarthaMay 22, 2010 at 6:45 PM

    How festive! Just in time for Memorial day!

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  10. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)May 22, 2010 at 9:48 PM

    Great Memorial Day tablescape! Love the red, white and blue. Awesome idea using the placemats to create a runner! :-) Yay, summer...so glad it's almost here!

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  11. FLOWERSHOPGURLMay 23, 2010 at 10:04 PM

    Hi Sharon, Love the red, white and blue! Yay, it's summer and boy your table sure says it! Love it all but especially love the cute jean pockets. Thank you for your "TWEET" comment on my Robins outside my Window...Tablescape Thursday..."! I had a great time designing this table with the bird theme! I saw the plates at Home Goods today, they still have a few left. Wish you were closer, I'd grab them for you:)
    Hugz,
    Kim

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  12. Denise MarieJune 11, 2010 at 4:07 PM

    looks so vibrant and festive. I love the way you use flowers in the center.

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