Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Tablescape Thursday for October 29

It is Tablescape Thursday at Susan's (or it will be later tonight Oct 28). SO BELOW --I decided to go for some cheerful reds this week (I love red!!) . I used my red goblets again. This time I used clear glass dishes so we could enjoy the fullness of the red plaid!! I love the glass dishes ---I love to see the tablecloth.

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NOTE: in the pic above you can realize again why it is called spindle cottage. You can see some of them fore and aft and on the chairs. I also love the iron work in the corners of the doorway.
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The napkins were from GW. The silverware is a very old set that used to belong to my mom.
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I love Zinnias (spelling/??)--I have lots of them growing in my garden. I am so in love with their bright happy flowers. Next year I think I will fill one of my garden patches with them.
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The vase was an old dark green glass one that I discovered lying about or is it laying ?? in my daughter's back yard--down not far from a creek. She said I could have it!!! I was so thrilled and spent a lot of time cleaning it!!
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I love the apples in the silver bowl. I have kept this on the table this week---I love silver with the red.
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Once last glance with the candle light. As I have said before this area in our house is one of our favorites for eating (when there are three of us) in the cooler weather. It is a cozy warm area.

41 comments:

  1. I feel so comforted by this setting. Oh my, it is so appealing to me. I love the red plaid cloth beneath the clear plates. The napkins are perfect and that old silver just makes my heart flutter!

    This is a tablescape that just calls my name. Love everything about it!

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  2. Oh I so love your dining area with the fireplace and the lovely built-ins. I would eat there all the time. Your plaid tablecloth is just gorgeous, and the Zinnias are beautiful. Such a lovely and inviting table. Hugs, Marty

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  3. Your dining room looks so warm and cozy. I love that fireplace and all the red. Wonderful job.
    Sandy

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  4. Another pretty table you have set. It is so cozy especially by candlelight.
    Carolyn

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  5. I love the red too and, as always I love the setting in front of the fireplace!

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  6. This looks so warm and cozy, the perfect place to eat and visit. I love red, so this table would make me very happy.

    Sue

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  7. What a happy looking scene! The red works so well for you and to be able to eat in front of the fireplace is always super special. Well done!


    ♥ Rettabug

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  8. Love the plaid tablecloth! And those flowers add so much delightful color to your table. thanks for sharing... Dee Dee

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  9. I love your cottage and your lovely reds. I, too love zinnias. They seem to be the last to give up to the frost.

    Christi @ A Southern Life

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  10. What a warm welcoming table in front of your fireplace.

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  11. Wow just wonderful - the last picture is my favorite - so warm and glowing !
    Kammy

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  12. I love this--especially the tablecloth. It looks so warm and inviting. I love the apples in the silver bowl too! Your candlelight picture is great--I can't seem to get the hang of photographing candlelight. Everything just looks jaundiced in my pics :)

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  13. I really like the table in front of the FP-and that plaid will be great for Christmas too! Great job!

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  14. The red, black and silver set a striking table! With the background and candle light I feel as though we are in the Scottish highlands...Heathcliff!
    Yvonne

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  15. I love your cottagey tablescape. It looks very warm and inviting. I could really relax while eating there....Christine

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  16. That is so pretty.
    Just love your fireplace, so cozy!

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  17. Lovely fall table. It's a nice change from Orange and green. The plaid reminds me of an old wool picnic blanket. Warmth and coziness. Perfect for a fall meal.

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  18. I adore your tablecloth the colors are so pretty together. What a darling cottage & Tablescape. I'll be right over! Hugs to you!

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  19. I love the tablecloth...love your fireplace...Its just all so warm and pretty....
    xoxo
    Julie

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  20. Love that plaid, and your wreath. I read the post about the floors and can't believe that is just glue and polyurethane on the subfloor. It looks great in the photos. Does it have a lot of texture to it or just pattern? You might be on to the next big faux treatment!
    Hugs,
    Dawn

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  21. What a beautiful and romantic setting! I love everything. You did a great job with colors. The tablecloth just adds such a fun and festive touch!

    xox Sharon

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  22. Love the red/black plaid! For some reason, the whole setting reminds me of fall fox-hunting of days of old and creates a cozy feel. I love the bright colours of the zineas (?sp) too!

    DD

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  23. Very pretty table. I'm Scottish, so I love the plaid! The use of clear glasses and zinnias are perfect. Thanks for the sweet comment. Come visit again.

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  24. It does look cozy and warm. Thanks for sharing and have a great day!

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  25. I love Red and plaids too! so your table is a big hit with me. I LOVE it, its so happy and romantic. The candles bring in just the right ambiance.
    Enjoy your day,
    Elizabeth

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  26. What a lovely table setting! It makes me feel as if I'm in a very cozy inn somewhere in Europe eating my glorious meal! I just love this area of your sweet home. Have a beautiful day.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  27. I love coming to your cottage...it is so pretty.
    This is a lovely table..I love the clear plates...I love it all.
    xo bj

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  28. Your tablescape just exudes warmth. Love that!

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  29. I'm afraid I've been a fluttering flybaby for a couple of years. My mother-in-law introduced me to the Fly Lady but I still struggle. I need to revisit my not so shiny sink and start over with the baby steps!
    Hugs,
    Dawn

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  30. It is always such fun to see your gorgeous dining area. It has turned cold here and it looks so warm and inviting. Thanks also for stopping by and leaving such kind comments. I really appreciate it. Hugs, Marty

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  31. Everything looks so beautiful but I just love the last 2 photographs. I wish I could fly over right now and sit next to that gorgeous fireplace!

    Have a lovely weekend, NM.

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  32. To be able to walk into the room and see this tablesetting is so inviting. It is warm and cozy. I love the last photo with the candles best.

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  33. love the coziness in front of the fireplace and love that plaid!!!!
    You have a great cottage!!
    Sara

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  34. Charming, cozy, inviting ... it's all been said ... and I agree with everyone else's comments. I love the way you incorporated clear and colored glass elements, and I agree that the red and silver are a striking combination. Nicely done!

    Hope your weekend goes well.
    Bill

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  35. Everything looks beautiful, love your fireplace and teacup collection. Very pretty! I love zinnia's too.

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  36. Beautiful flowers -- I would love to be sitting in front of your fireplace to dine -- the tablecloth is so cheery and everything looks lovley by candleglow.

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  37. The red fall tablescape is beautiful! Love that plaid tablecloth, it all just pops in that white room!

    Katherine

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  38. I know this is about table settings BUT I am just LOVING your charming home sweet home!! It is gorgeous!! Every part. What a lucky lady you are. :)

    Oh! Also...I {think}that I forgot to answer you about my Family Rules board. I put it on the wall by the staircase going upstairs.

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  39. This is so cozy!! Looks like a cottage in England to me. I also love the red with the silver. Beautiful!!

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  40. I love your spindle cottage! It´s lovely and looks so cozy and hospitable.

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  41. Hi Kim
    Your home is so warm and welcoming. There are so many places to sit and be comfortable. SPindle Cottage is the perfect name!
    Hugs, Rhondi

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