Thursday, September 17, 2009

Tablescape # 4

It is tablescape Thursday --to see more go here to between naps on the porch.




We like to sit in front of these windows and watch the walkers pass by as we eat. We have these little lights up in the picture molding in the ceiling that give the room a nice atmosphere in the evening--the photo does not quite get it right! We eat in various places in the house, but in the summer this is one of our favorite places


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black and white My hubby purchased these mikasa plates at an antique store on a business trip to Atlanta. He has never done anything like this for me and I was flabbergasted! MORE dishes from my HUBBY--wow....and he went in an antique shop without me!! YIKES! I placed some petals from our carpet roses which have done wonderfully out doors (unfortunately so have the mosquitoes ---note: I try to fit mosquitoes in whenever I can, ha!))


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My hubby hadn't yet mixed his salmon and basil pesto.......it was delicious. HMMM-I notice he got the wrong plate for his bread!!!!!! AH WELL THIS IS REAL LIFE!! (Oh , and he is left handed so I get to reverse the way the setting goes for him, right? RIGHT.
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25 comments:

  1. MarthaSeptember 17, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    My first visit to your cottage -- a lovely place. Love your little table for two in front of the windows and how sweet of your husband -- those plates are very pretty.

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  2. BetsySeptember 17, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    Inviting and tasty looking dinner, not to mention healthy. Pretty tablescape. You also gave me a dinner idea.

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  3. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeSeptember 17, 2009 at 10:25 AM

    OH I love your tablescape. YOur dishes are such a beautiful pattern, what a treasure and how wonderful that your DH surprised you with them. Your menu looks fabulous too. Very inviting. Hugs, Marty

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  4. Lori @ Dining DelightSeptember 17, 2009 at 11:00 AM

    Love your little table for two by the windows! We do the same type of thing here at our house and love it! Your DH picked out some wonderful dishes and what a delicious looking meal. Could I pull up a chair and squeeze in on the side? LOL!

    DD

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  5. DeannaSeptember 17, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    Very lovely with candlelight!
    Sure sets a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.
    Enjoying your cottage!!!
    Hope you'll drop over for some Kansas Coffee.
    Blessings,
    d

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  6. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMESeptember 17, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    Very pretty! It could be Valentine's day! Happy TT!

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  7. BeansieleighSeptember 17, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    Oh lucky you!! What a nice husband YOU have! Your table looks lovely, and I always love depression glass! (I can appreciate the "real life" touch to the table too!) Everything looks delicious! ~tina

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  8. Brenda PruittSeptember 17, 2009 at 2:24 PM

    That would most assuredly be one of my favorite places to eat! What a romantic setting.
    Brenda

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  9. black eyed susans kitchenSeptember 17, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    This table setting is really delightful. I especially like the glassware. Is it vintage or new? Dinner looks absolutely delicious!

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  10. Wsprsweetly Of CottagesSeptember 17, 2009 at 4:24 PM

    What an adorable little cottage! You are right...cottages tend to get crowded..but yours looks only cozy. Now..MINE is crowded! Such a sweet tablescape. I love it!

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  11. BillSeptember 17, 2009 at 4:51 PM

    Dinner looks delicious! What a nice husband to surprise you with dishes ... and from an antique shop at that!

    I'm glad to see your beautiful vintage glassware again. I'm a lefty too, and I can never quite decide where to put my glass (sometimes it changes sides during the meal).

    I loved the "wrong bread plate" being in the picture. It made it real ... and fun! Nice post!

    Regards,
    Bill

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  12. Melissa @ Southern MommasSeptember 17, 2009 at 7:50 PM

    Thanks for the encouragement on the my little 13 month old- There is never a dull moment! I love your table setting - I love the tables that depict real life ..It is beautiful and I am sure dinner was great :)

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  13. RettabugSeptember 17, 2009 at 10:46 PM

    What a thoughtful hubby you have! Your little corner of the world looks very inviting & so does DINNER!! Yum!

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  14. Sedona @ MyDivineDelightsSeptember 17, 2009 at 11:18 PM

    Nice dinner for two! Gorgeous!

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  15. UnknownSeptember 18, 2009 at 10:44 AM

    A beautiful table and meal!! I love the windows :)

    Blessings,
    Gail

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  16. Lady KatherineSeptember 18, 2009 at 10:01 PM

    Great Hubby! Love the dishes and the candle light, and the rose petals and your home!
    No, My Hubby did not work at Coca Cola Company, he was just given the machines from different people. They all love him out here in the country. He does a lot for other people and they knew he loved the machines.

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  17. Papier CreatifSeptember 18, 2009 at 11:33 PM

    Hi Kim!

    Thanks for visiting my blog and your sweet comments! Your tablescape is very romantic & I can totally see enjoying an early evening meal with people walking by. Your depression glass is beautiful. And beautiful of your hubby to buy the Mikasa for YOU!

    Tulsa is pretty! Glad that you are loving North Carolina {I think you said North??} I traveled there for the fabric market a few years ago and really thought it was great. That particular area is charming and the trees are gorgeous.

    Also, you beautifully communicate your spirituality. Very moving & inspiring. :D

    {Hugs}

    Juls~

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  18. JaneSeptember 19, 2009 at 1:57 AM

    Kudos to your husband!!! He has great taste...and so do you. Your table is quite romantic! And the dinner looks delicious.

    Have a fabulous weekend...
    Jane (artfully graced)

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  19. RoeshelSeptember 19, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    What a romantic dinner/table. Thanks for sharing!

    Thanks for stopping by to see me at Evangeline's Vine (my other blog). I wanted to tell you that those 'things' in the vase are called "Chinese Lanterns". They're silk/fake and from Michaels. I had no idea what they were called either but I did have a comment from someone who told me that's what they are. Who knew? lol

    Have a fabulous weekend!

    Roeshel

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  20. Papier CreatifSeptember 19, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    South Carolina!!! ;)

    Juls~

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  21. Jewel SaulsSeptember 19, 2009 at 1:44 PM

    Love your table - the rose petals make it so romantic! You asked about my table runner on my blog and yes it is paper! I have been very lucky and it has lasted several years. It is made in Germany and is call Transpatex or something similar. The tea shop which used to carry them is no longer in business and I can't find these runners anywhere else - even on the internet. :D Jewel

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  22. Mid-Atlantic MarthaSeptember 19, 2009 at 6:13 PM

    A wonderful table you've set and I can see why you would love to dine at such a lovly spot.

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  23. Moore MinutesSeptember 19, 2009 at 8:20 PM

    I love this cozy and romantic table! I wish I could pop right on over. :)

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  24. Yellow Rose ArborSeptember 19, 2009 at 8:31 PM

    The china is beautiful! So sweet of your dh to surprise you with such a nice gift!

    Katherine

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  25. Country ContemporaryOctober 1, 2009 at 9:54 AM

    Thanks for the visit recently - wanted to return the favor. Lovely images! Cheers!

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Howdy :-)

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