Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Gum tree green

We live in an old house surrounded by the Aussie bush. I like having the natural bushland around (except for bushfire season!!) and everything that it brings with it. The colours are just beautiful and it wasn't until I looked back at my photos for today's tablescape that I realised my green tableware was the perfect match for the Aussie bush.



































I had so much fun doing this table - it wasn't what I had started out to do but it turned out just fine.

Suzy



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31 comments:

  1. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 10, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    It is gorgeous. I love the colors. The blue and green are perfect together and the setting is fabulous. Gorgeous tablescape. Hugs, Marty

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  2. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)August 11, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Gorgeous table as always! Love those colours and great shots too. Thanks for sharing.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  3. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsAugust 11, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    What a wonderful and creative combination of colors! I am really liking that blue/green mix.

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  4. SusanAugust 11, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    beautiful colors- so peaceful looking! The turquoise makes everything pop! Susan at Romancing the Home

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  5. MarlisAugust 11, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    love the blue and green soo very pretty. Great table.. xo marlis

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  6. BonnieAugust 11, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Your tablescape is beautiful and calming. Gorgeous setting.

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  7. The TablescaperAugust 11, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    I'm totally loving the vibrancy of your colors. Just gorgeous.

    - The Tablescaper

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  8. xinexAugust 11, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    I love your tablescape! I am really attracted to that color comobo!..Christine

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  9. Pamela GordonAugust 11, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    Your dishware is such a lovely shade of green and looks great with the tuquoise accents. Beautiful!

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  10. Wendy@~Chez~La~De~da~August 12, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    I love your pictures, you capture your scenes so well!
    Gotta say I love your flatware!!

    ~~Wendy

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  11. rosekraftAugust 12, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    The gray green of the eucalyptus in the background is the perfect foil for your tableware colors!
    Really lovely.

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  12. CindyAugust 12, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Just beautiful!!

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  13. a quiet lifeAugust 12, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    very pretty, love the colors~

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  14. Mid-Atlantic MarthaAugust 12, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    What a great mixture of blues and greens. Love those floral glasses -- they seem to glow on your pretty table.

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  15. JudyBugAugust 12, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Love the two colors together! Where did you find the fantastic flatware?

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  16. Alycia NicholsAugust 13, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    Beautiful, beautiful table, Suzy! I love the design on the drinking glasses!!!

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  17. UnknownAugust 13, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Yes, it sure did turn out fine. The colors are fabulous together & the table settings are lovely.

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  18. Country Wings in PhoenixAugust 14, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    Hi SuzyQ Sweetie...
    Oh how beautiful is this table setting. I love the bright blue and green combination. It just made my heart go pitter patter with happiness as soon as I saw it. So beautiful and thank you so much for sharing with me today.

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  19. eileeninmdAugust 15, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    What a lovely tablescape. I love the colors, they do remind me of the colors of nature. Beautiful photos, I wish you a great week ahead.

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  20. A Bit of the BlarneyAugust 15, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Delightful settings...I like the colors! Cathy

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  21. black eyed susans kitchenAugust 15, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    I like that shade of green...don't actually know what a gum tree looks like...now I will google it and check it out. Your table setting and dishes are very pretty.

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  22. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 16, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    Your tablescape really is gorgeous and I LOVE the blue and green together. So pretty. I giggled when you said people always straighten you runner. I always have so much sitting on mine that they can't move it, so just pile a little more on it and they will leave it alone. lol Thanks so much for linking to TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  23. BethAugust 16, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Suzy, Your table is lovely. You're right, it looks great against the backdrop of trees/leaves. I enjoyed my visit to Australia today.
    Beth

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  24. The Charm of HomeAugust 16, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    Suzy,
    That is really pretty! The colors do blend in wonderful with the bush. I like the blue accent bottle. Just great! Thanks for linking it up to Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  25. SuzAugust 17, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    Suzy,
    This is one of my favorite color combinations. I had a set of dishes in the blues and greens years ago, put out by Block, and they quit making them. I was very sad. My daughter has what is left. Please come and visit my site if you have time. I am barely into this addiction!
    Fondly,
    Suz

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  26. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageAugust 17, 2011 at 3:42 AM

    Hello Suzy,
    Your table is fabulous! Love the blue and green theme. I really love the backdrop of nature. Hubby has always wanted to go to Australia. Thanks for sharing with us today and have a wonderful week.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  27. TerriAugust 17, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Suzy, it turned out gorgeous! The great outdoor setting and the blue and green together makes it just perfect! I love the cutlery!
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  28. Light and VoicesAugust 18, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Colors are perfect for the tablescape.
    Joyce M

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  29. Martha's FavoritesAugust 18, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    Suzy: Your table is so beautiful. I love the colors of your china. It looks so fresh. I love the whole look. Blessings, Martha

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  30. Natasha in OzAugust 18, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    The colours are perfect aren't they! Great choice.

    It looks like it was a great day for tablescaping too!

    Best wishes,
    Natasha.

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  31. CassyAugust 20, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Just gorgeous!
    Perfect combination.

    Cassy from Acoustic Guitar Lessons

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