Monday, April 23, 2012

Fancypants Dinner

I had a great time on the weekend…we went to the beach house again (probably the last time for a while….) and had our eldest daughter and her husband and two gorgeous boys come for a couple of nights. I had been to Perth to watch Mary Poppins at the theatre (just fabulous!!) and do a little shopping on Friday.
My niece had asked me to set a table for her monthly dinner group called Fancypants. What a great name!! They meet once a month – every second month is at a restaurant and the other month at a member’s home.
This month was C’s turn. She is living in my sister’s townhouse at the moment which sits right on the water so I felt a beachy look was the way to go. The dining table is white washed and beachy looking so that part was really easy.
I used her flatware and white china and added my soft blue napkins. The large blue bowl in the centre was hers but I added my white cake stand and topped it with candles. We layered the table – white cloth, taupe runner and woven mats that were all in her cupboard. I just added the jute around the candles and also the flatware.
I think the table looks just fabulous with the gorgeous wall print behind. Reports are they all had a great time.
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I had so much fun setting this table – I would just love to do this for a living!!

                              Suzy







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38 comments:

  1. reganApril 23, 2012 at 10:44 PM

    How could they not have a great time when sitting at such a lovely table! Beautiful! Well done!

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  2. toko baju muslim murahApril 24, 2012 at 4:28 AM

    Thank you for posting this. It’s exactly what I was looking for!

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  3. MarilynApril 24, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    Looks like the food would be the second treat of the evening. This table would have been the first.♥♫

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  4. Pat@Back Porch MusingsApril 24, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    Absolutely beautiful table. I love how you wrapped the candles with twine. Wonderful post.

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  5. DiannApril 24, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    I love the simplicity of use just white. It is so fresh and clean. Very pretty table! Visisting from CHS

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  6. The Pink Rose CottageApril 25, 2012 at 1:29 AM

    What a fun club! Your tablescape is so lovely and inviting. I'm sure everyone had a great time.

    ~Holly

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  7. Johanna GehrleinApril 25, 2012 at 4:20 AM

    Hi Suzy,
    that table looks very fresh. It is a lovely setting with all nice details. Thank you for sharing it.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  8. Alycia NicholsApril 25, 2012 at 7:29 AM

    This is super cool, Suzy! Literally! It looks refreshingly cool and breezy! I'm sure the FancyPants folks loved every detail!!! You CAN do this for a living, y'know. I'm teaching which allows me to do it, and I also work with occasional clients. I'll just bet one of the local colleges has a community education department that is in need of such an instructor!!!!! :-)

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  9. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingApril 25, 2012 at 8:51 AM

    I love this! Love the use of twine and white dishes are always pretty.

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  10. chateau chicApril 25, 2012 at 9:22 AM

    What a beautiful table you created for your niece! Everything is just perfect.
    Mary Alice

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  11. Miss Gracie's HouseApril 25, 2012 at 10:43 AM

    What a pretty table you have set...
    Rene'

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  12. Prairie ScrapsApril 25, 2012 at 10:18 PM

    I love this! I am decorating a table for a ladies tea on Saturday and was using all white and twine with cans. I was worrying about the all white thing, but you have boosted my confidence a ton! Thanks for sharing!

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  13. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageApril 25, 2012 at 10:37 PM

    Hi Suzy,
    Your table is lovely and I especially like your centerpiece. White is always pretty. Thank you for joining me for tea.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  14. NeeCeeApril 26, 2012 at 2:35 AM

    Beautiful Tablescape, simple and refreshing! Thank you for joinf our party at Trendy Treehouse & Pine Creek Style :) NEECEE AT PINECREEKSTYLE.BLOGSPOT.COM

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  15. KathleenApril 26, 2012 at 10:24 AM

    This is beautiful, Suzy def very beachy! Love it!
    Tahnks for linking up to Let's Dish, and leaving such a sweet comment. I checked to make sure I am a folloer and I am.

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  16. ellen bApril 26, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    Suzy,
    The table is so crisp and clean. It really looks like a relaxing setting to enjoy a meal at! Beautiful.

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  17. AlediaApril 26, 2012 at 1:46 PM

    What a refreshing tablescape! I could definitely relax and enjoy a nice dinner there.

    Thank You for sharing and have a wonderful night!

    Aledia @ Plum Perfect

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  18. TrishApril 26, 2012 at 2:38 PM

    You did a wonderful job! It looks beautifully calm and relaxing.
    The candles and flatware wrapped in twine are both lovely and simple.
    Well done!
    blessings..Trish (fellow Aussie from the east coast!)

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  19. MaryApril 26, 2012 at 5:42 PM

    I love the name Fancypants! What a perfect table for a beachside setting! I love the pebbles and tied flatware! The pale blue napkins are the perfect touch :)

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  20. Pat@Back Porch MusingsApril 26, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    This is so pretty. I love the colors and textures.

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  21. ReneeApril 26, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    Very pretty table.

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  22. SarahApril 26, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    Beautiful table. I like the mix of textures and the Fancypants theme. Well done! ~ Sarah

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  23. ScribblerApril 26, 2012 at 11:13 PM

    Lovely! pretty, fresh and becky -- can it get any better?

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  24. ScribblerApril 26, 2012 at 11:13 PM

    Lovely! pretty, fresh and becky -- can it get any better?

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  25. BarbaraApril 27, 2012 at 7:27 AM

    I am sure they felt so special at such a pretty table. Love the pebbles and that wonderful soothing, calm color scheme. Great textures.

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  26. MarlisApril 27, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    You should do this for a living.. the colors and textures are fabulous. I've had to look twice.. charming.. xo marlis

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  27. Nancy @ The HeadmistressApril 27, 2012 at 11:38 AM

    Visiting from Chic on a Shoestring:
    Neutrals, naturals, organic! How very lovely!
    Nancy

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  28. Courtney @ Brilliant Like FirefliesApril 27, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    What a beautiful table! I love how you used the twine in different places

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  29. UnknownApril 27, 2012 at 9:32 PM

    Oh this looks so simple & beautiful! Love it.

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  30. UnknownApril 28, 2012 at 3:43 AM

    The centerpiece is creative and pretty!
    Blessings My Friend,

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  31. Jenn GrayApril 28, 2012 at 4:06 AM

    I am loving this. Bythewayjenngray.blogspot.com

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  32. Judy BiggerstaffApril 28, 2012 at 8:47 AM

    What a honor for you to be asked to set the table and what a fabulous job you did! Perfect for the beach, I also like the beach print on the wall and your shells on the table.

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  33. AnonymousApril 28, 2012 at 11:57 AM

    I love the candle centerpiece and how the whole table has such a soft, serene look. Very pretty! Thanks for visiting my party. So sorry I'm late replying, but this has been a hectic week.

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  34. Ribbonwood CottageApril 28, 2012 at 10:38 PM

    How wonderful to be with your family. I love being with our kids listening to them tell stories and laugh. Your table is beautiful and your dishes, and silverware...it is all beautiful. I liked the twine too...just perfect.
    Blessings,
    Debbie

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  35. AnonymousApril 29, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    I think I tried to leave a comment before, but I've had trouble leaving comments on some of the blogs over the last few days. Just wanted to thank you for joining my party and to let you know I loved your beautiful tablescape so much I included it My Saturday Picks today.

    Hope you're having a great weekend!

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  36. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon DesignsApril 30, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    I am in love! What a beautiful table... so crisp and fresh! I love the tied pillar candles. Just stunning!

    Take care,

    Trish

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  37. Stan and Jody GabaraMay 1, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    What a beautiful tablescape! Thanks so much for sharing on Simple & Sweet Fridays. You are so creative!

    Jody

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  38. The Charm of HomeMay 3, 2012 at 11:44 PM

    Beautiful! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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