Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Pink and green delight!!




































Last weekend while we were at the beach house I had been admiring the bunches of Lilliums for sale everywhere I went but when I went to buy myself a bunch to bring home to the farm house they had all been sold - I was really sad as I also wanted some for DNo 2 who had been having a few sleepless nights with her little 3 month old daughter so I had to settle for these pretty carnations. They are really lovely colours and seemed to fit right into my tablescape for this week - funny how that happens.































I had found these cute little plates for $1.85 each. I loved the spots around the edge and thought they would fit into my house really well!! The trouble was there was only three - so I am on the look out for some more.




I started my table with this pretty pink and green cloth from my collection I have for the gift shop displays which I thought had the colours of the dots on it. I used a green charger (I tried white but it seemed to disappear into the cloth) and topped the plate with a couple of pink and green florals then finished with some depression glass.








This gorgeous plate has some matching cups and was found in our old farm house (they were originally used by my in-laws). I would love to have a whole setting of this but I don't think that would ever happen as it is very old.
















I have used these saucers fom my Royal Albert collection as a little plate to sit under the depression glass bowls.








Pink and green coloured glass - wow, what a great combination.







Layers and layers of fabulous fun colours.






Party favours all wrapped in pink and green.






How delicious are these colours???




































Mis-matched cups and saucers - my mum would have a fit!!! I think as long as the colours tone then it's ok!!







































There's a tiny bit of sunshine coming through my back door to make this table sparkle.




You can see I have used my large dining table but have just set it for two. I started with a plain white cloth then added my fun check one to define the area I wanted. To make a bit of a barrier I placed a couple of my pretty scarves around the base of the jug holding the flowers - they were the perfect match.




The pink water bottle I had for the baby shower I had for DNo 2 earlier in the year - they just needed a couple of green tumblers to complete the look.



I am off to a ladies luncheon tomorrow - someone is going to win a diamond there - hope it's me!!

Have a lovely week,


Suzy

The winner of my giveaway is Melanie of Lucky7Design so if you please email me with your postal address I will pop your prize in the mail.






30 comments:

Pat@Back Porch Musings said...

Gorgeous table Suzyq.

I like how you used the different patterns, colors and textures!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful Tablescape, Suzyq. The pinks and greens are lovely together. I liked the mismatched teacup and saucer and the beautiful plate that had been your in-laws.

Unknown said...

Pink and green, love this combination! Your setting is so inviting, and the dishes gorgeous!

Hugs
Charp

Kathy Eickholt Depression and Elegant Glass to Share said...

Very nice colors and I like how you combined the different styles of plates from formal vintage to cute and contemporary. Thank you for sharing.

Lynn said...

Very pretty colors! I love your two rose plates, especially the one with green-enjoy!

Linda (More Fun Less Laundry) said...

I always love pink and green together! Your table is very pretty. I can't believe you just found those dishes at the farmhouse-wow you are lucky. And I think your mismatched teacup and saucer work very well together! Linda

Shel said...

So refreshing!

Shel said...

So refreshing! Love your colours.

Mabel said...

Your table is exquisite. The pink and green china are a beautiful combination. I love the way you mix the different pattern. Great pictures and a wonderful flower arrangement.

Celly B said...

So fresh and pretty! I especially love those plates with the polka-dotted borders and the flatware! Thanks for sharing!

Table Escapes said...

Love pink & green....very refreshing..thanks for sharing

Rachel said...

I love the unique mix of dishes and glassware! Very eclectic and exciting :)
Thanks for Sharing!
Rachel

Marigene said...

I love the pink and green combination...your dishes are lovely, especially the green rimmed plate, so pretty. I love how the mix and match work so well with the plaid tablecloth.

Barbara said...

Love this color combination. Those polka dot dishes are so cute. I like the way you layered everything.

All The Pretty Dishes said...

I love this tablescape, so pretty in pink and green. I also think the different dinnerware patterns add to the charm.

Entertaining Women said...

I love your vintage family china...so special. Do you know the maker? Is it marked? You've created a wonderful tablescape. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay

Unknown said...

Beautiful! I have a soft spot for pink and green.

Terry @ La Bella Vie said...

Oh I love the colors and al the different patterns!
Terry

Kathy @ Sweet Up-North Mornings... said...

I LOVE THOSE PLATES!!!!
I will keep my eyes peeled for another when I'm out.
Pink and green...You and I are definately two peas in a pod!
Love that cute table setting.
Thanks for stopping by...
always love catching up with you.
xoxo~Kathy @
Sweet Up-North Mornings...

Donna at the Scarlet Petticoat said...

lovely! i like the patterned plates mixed in with the polka dots. the scarves look great too!

Mid-Atlantic Martha said...

I knew I was going to love this as soon as I saw the pink and green -- I love ALL your dishes! Beautiful.

A Bit of the Blarney said...

Lovely china. Flowers are very pretty too. A lovely place to visit! Cathy

Linda said...

beautiful tablescape

A Garden of Threads said...

Wonderful colors together, pink and green. The dishes are beautiful. Take care and have a lovely week.

Becky K. said...

I love how you divided the table with the cloth and scarf. You are right, these colors play well together. Sooo pretty.

Becky K.

Pondside said...

What a pretty, feminine table setting.
Let us know if you win that diamond!

Anonymous said...

Such a sweet and wonderful mosaic you have today. Your header photo is really nice too!!

Di

My Dream Canvas said...

Oh my, what a gorgeous mosaic..the table looks stunning. I like your blog..hope you can stop by My Dream Canvas. I am a follower!!

The Tablescaper said...

Oh such great green and pink. Love all of the patterns.

- The Tablescaper

saltbox
treasures
said...

Wow. You have a gift for putting pretty patterns together. They coordinate beautifully!
~ Julie