Blog Posts - Tablescapes

Have you ever been to a Christmas Cookie Exchange Party or maybe a Christmas Cookie Decorating Party?  I never have but I have always thought it would be so fun to go to one or host one at my house.   When I decorate for a party I always tr...

If you are following along with my SIL Lynn’s family room makeover, the curtains are hung and they look wonderful: To be hemmed of course. We had a few choices of panels narrowed down. You can see all of her options we looked at here. This is the...

Five Grateful Thanksgiving Place Settings That are Incredibly Easy to Create.

In autumn we invite richer, earthier colors into our homes and with September around the corner, I’ll be setting that tone in my home too. I follow several wedding blogs, I love the dresses and venues and vignettes, but I especially love to look...

Turn plain-Jane, worn out plates into pretty statement chargers with scrapbooking paper and Dishwasher-Safe Mod Podge! With this clever method, you can turn inexpensive plates from the thrift store into Mod Podge chargers that you will enjoy using...

Don’t you just LOVE to eat al fresco when the weather is warm? via If you like to dine outdoors, but think it is too much work, just look at these relaxed outdoor summer dining tables: via via Don’t they all look inviting? When eating outdoors...

America loves her red roses, doesn't she? This is such a very easy table and centerpiece.The bowls are prep bowls. I have a set of blue ones anda set of red. Two dozen grocery store red roses. That is all that I spent. Seriously simple...

Table runners are a great way to dress up an otherwise bland table.  They’re great for layering over tablecloths for a more formal feeling, laying down the middle of a buffet with a fun centerpiece, or simply draping it alone on the dining...

Fourth of July is just a week away! As we approach the holiday, I wanted to show you how it doesn’t take much to turn your ordinary picnic table into a festive retreat. Here are a few quick Tips For Creating a Patriotic Tablescape on a Budget...

We are changing up Foodie Friday this week, as I sometimes like to do. With the 4th just around the corner, it is time to start planning your party. The fireworks certainly take center stage, but your tablescape should be a showstopper, too. I say em...

Planning ahead for some summer entertaining, possibly for a big soiree, or maybe even a wedding? If you’re looking for a lovely centerpiece idea that will make a big statement on a small budget, this DIY barnwood crate is just the ticket when f...

Hello World!  It’s the beginning of the week and time for Make it Pretty Monday – Week 177!  What plans do you have on your to do list for this week?  I hope to finish up the furniture shuffle for mine and Mr. DedicatedR...

Anytime family can all be together is a great day.  I set the table for Mother's day in the breakfast/familyroom area since that is where everyone gathers.  I kept it pretty much just gold and white.Read More - - - -...

If you are like me, you have many different vases you have collected over the years. Tall, short, round and square. Clear and colored glass. Vases and containers of all colors, shapes and sizes! But that is ok, because a good variety is important t...

This is what my Rhode Island condo entry looked like yesterday: I just never got around to decorating after we moved in it. We don’t use the front door very often so it was an area I just ignored. But no excuses! So today I thought I would put in...

Nautical Table Setting | DIY Beach Themed Tablescape - Bring your next event together with color and style and create a festive mood with a themed table setting. One of my favorite parts of planning a dinner party is creating a charming tablesc...

Hello World!  It’s time to link up your projects, recipes, and crafts at Make it Pretty Monday!  I’m a little excited this week, because on Wednesday, this gal turns the big 50!!  Yep, you read that right!  50!!  ...

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Hershey Company. All opinions are 100% mine. Easter baskets come in all shapes and sizes! They can be big or small, pink or blue, made from straw or plastic…. or what if they were actually...

Isn’t it so nice we are decorating for Spring again? Time goes by so fast! Unbelievable.  I decided to make a Spring centerpiece today and it just makes me happy to see: I used the leftover flowers from my birthday arrangement and made a very inf...

Easter is one of my favorite holidays. It’s a special day to remember the sacrifice that was made for us and to gather as a family. It always falls during the perfect time of year, when the blooms begin, the weather gets a little warmer, itR...

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