atthefarmhouse: SSS

Monday, March 25, 2013

SSS

After spending 4 days sorting through all the stuff my kids had accumulated at our unit over the last 13 years I have decided I need to keep telling myself…simple, simple, simple. That’s how I need to get my life under control. If I thought there was a lot of ~~cr..~~ stuff in our unit I can only begin to imagine how much is in the farmhouse after 36 years!!! I am trying to sort through cupboards and drawers and reduce the amount of possessions I have. Tablescapes will now be set with only dinnerware I have on hand, I will not buy new things (well, maybe just a few) and most important I will reduce my weight by walking and exercising more. Sounds simple, doesn’t it!!! Well, here’s the start of things to come. My simple, simple table. I set this little Easter morning tea table to share with my 4 grandies. The table is very rustic (I think that’s what the real estate agents would call it but really I think it is just old!). Actually I think the whole garden looks a little ‘rustic’ after our long hot summer but today I spent about 4 hours trying to get rid of some weeds. It looks a little better already. I am really enjoying our lovely autumn weather at the moment.

It’s so hard to believe Easter is right on our door step – where is this year going?

Suzy

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40 comments:

Eclectic Red Barn said...: Love your spring table. I am a sucker for anything lavender. I love that bunny.
Have a great week,
Bev
@http://eclecticredbarn.blogspot.com; March 25, 2013 at 10:12 PM
Unknown said...: This Looks so inviting –I Love it ! Found you through Make it Pretty Monday. I’ve pinned this to my Easter board. Now following.
Would love for you to share at the Creative Corner Hop.
Holly
Holly's Stamping Addiction; March 26, 2013 at 7:45 AM
Bonnie said...: Simplicity and Elegance! Striking and pretty. Love your teapot!; March 26, 2013 at 8:44 AM
Crystal Grandeur said...: Beautiful spring table..Bunny and the teapot looks very pretty.love the color combination ......thank you...:):); March 26, 2013 at 1:14 PM
Snap said...: Beautiful spring table all in lavender! Gorgeous teapot and the bunny is too cute! I need to clean out, too. Seems like everything I pick up is a treasure -- some story/memory attached that I don't want to (not ready to) part with. Ah, well. When I do run across something that doesn't have a *feel* to -- out it goes! Good luck with simplifying. Happy Spring and Happy Easter! Happy Tea Day!; March 27, 2013 at 1:01 AM
Terri said...: Oh now that is a totally gorgeous outdoor tea table! I love the violet and white. Perfect for spring and Easter!
Hugs,
Terri; March 27, 2013 at 5:06 AM
Judith @ Lavender Cottage said...: An elegant white and lavender table, the ceramic bunny is so sweet.
Happy Easter; March 27, 2013 at 7:14 AM
Tea in Texas said...: Beautifully Simple! Your lavender flowers and the pansy teapot are lovely in the garden. The sweet white bunny plates are great to serve your grandkids a treat and tea. Thanks for sharing your tea table and have a Happy Easter!

Pam; March 27, 2013 at 8:25 AM
Rosemary and Thyme said...: What a gorgeous spring display and in my favorite color. I love the tea pot too.; March 27, 2013 at 8:52 AM
Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...: Simply beautiful...love the lacy bunny and the violet color is gorgeous!; March 27, 2013 at 9:11 AM
Art and Sand said...: Your Easter table is perfect. We will be next door at our neighbor's for Easter so I won't be setting a table. But, I will get to enjoy hers.

Happy Easter.; March 27, 2013 at 11:18 AM
Wanda Lee said...: Hello there,

Your Tea time is very pretty especially with those Spring/Easter colors and your choice of lovely flowers... An Easter vignette that is so creative, inviting and fresh to behold. I love the whole concept and also the sweet bunny.

Have a marvelous week and a blessed Easter.

Cheers, blessings and hugs from Wanda Lee; March 27, 2013 at 11:36 AM
Jim said...: Great!; March 27, 2013 at 11:39 AM
Latane Barton said...: I simply adore your Easter table setting. I guess I am going to have to follow so I can keep up with all your posts. You hooked me with that lavender.; March 27, 2013 at 8:15 PM
bj said...: I love that pretty bunny...so adorable. Your table setting is wonderful.
Over from Lavender....; March 27, 2013 at 9:09 PM
allisamazing said...: So delicate and pretty! Love it :); March 27, 2013 at 9:31 PM
Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...: Suzy, I love your simple table set with white and lavender. The bunny is adorable and I love the pansy teapot! Thanks for sharing and coming to tea.

Easter blessings,
Sandi; March 27, 2013 at 10:20 PM
Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...: Oh your beautiful lavender tablescape is so pretty and such a precious little bunny. Thanks tons for joining TTT and I hope you have a very Blessed Easter. Hugs, Marty; March 27, 2013 at 11:36 PM
RobinfromCA said...: Beautiful table! Love the bunny and the flowers along with your "rustic" table and fence are just charming!; March 28, 2013 at 2:01 AM
Martha's Favorites said...: Love your table and your dishes. So cute, I have never seen any like them. Have a wonderful Easter. Blessings, Martha; March 28, 2013 at 8:35 AM
Marlis said...: I love this table. An absolutely gorgeous bunny. and those plates are just fabulous. Fabulous! Love the plant too. It's so pretty, I would love to while away an afternoon here. Have a beautiful day and a blessed Easter. xo marlis; March 28, 2013 at 10:15 AM
SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...Pernilla said...: Beautiful lavender setting :) Easter greetings from Australia♥ ~Pernilla; March 28, 2013 at 4:26 PM
Mary said...: LOVE! The flowers, the teapot, the lace & the embossed bunny plates are beautiful in contrast to your chippy table! Happy Easter!; March 28, 2013 at 6:16 PM
Moni - Zuhaus at Home said...: Love the beautiful table setting in lavender, so friendly and welcoming!; March 28, 2013 at 9:13 PM
All The Pretty Dishes said...: Really very lovely!; March 29, 2013 at 12:26 AM
Alycia Nichols said...: Hi there, Suzy! I'll bet you are SICK of going through boxes and possessions! It's great that you are taking the time to do a little purging, though. It really is a therapeutic measure! I admire your pledge to cut down on the amount of dishes and things that come into the unit from this day forward. I have done the same. It's hard sometimes to pass things up that I really, really like, but it's not impossible! :-) As for the losing weight thing, I fear I may never get on board that train! Your table is so, so pretty! I love purple pansies, and all of the purple flowers you have both on the table and in the background are gorgeous. That's a super cute bunny overseeing it all, too! Happy Easter to you and your family, and I hope you're able to continue to enjoy these nice autumn days!; March 29, 2013 at 12:36 AM
Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLiz said...: Very pretty table! Love the purples and the violets. Beautiful plates and a sweet bunny! They all seem so enhanced on your aged table surface! I wish it was warm enough here to consider being outdoors. Happy Easter!; March 29, 2013 at 12:39 AM
NeeCee said...: Adorable.....love the colors....well EVERYTHING! Would love to have you stop by at pinecreekstyle.blogspot.com
Your newesr follower, NeeCee; March 29, 2013 at 12:40 AM
Unknown said...: What a lovely lavender table for Morning Tea!; March 29, 2013 at 1:27 AM
Anonymous said...: Oh my! Your lavender tea time table is so pretty. Love that darling little lacy bunny protecting the flowers.
be a sweetie,
Shelia ;); March 29, 2013 at 1:52 AM
Marigene said...: This is such a simple, yet beautiful table, Suzy. Funny you are looking forward to cooler weather and we are looking for warmer weather! We had another big snow storm Saturday, but most has already melted.
Happy Easter!; March 29, 2013 at 2:01 AM
Chubby Chieque said...: Oh my! My heart jumps a bit while browsing down your photos, girl?

You really done a great job. Perfect setting for a casual meal however, the elegancy rules.

LOVE the colour combo. Thumbs UP.

Happy Easter,
/CC girl from D´Box; March 29, 2013 at 3:02 AM
SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...Pernilla said...: lol totally missed that you are a fellow Aussie blogger ;)

... Easter greetings from south - east Queensland (Brisbane area)♥ ~Pernilla; March 29, 2013 at 4:51 AM
Judy Biggerstaff said...: Beautiful table, love the purple and white theme. The teapot is gorgeous, great job.; March 29, 2013 at 11:02 AM
Sally @DrinkingFromMySaucer said...: What a beautiful table, and collection of pretties. I love that lacy bunny, and that teapot - oh my, it's gorgeous! Happy Easter!; March 29, 2013 at 11:02 PM
Tablescapes By Diane said...: Hi lovely lady.
Your Table looks totally gorgeous being outdoor and having a tea party how sweet! I love the violet and white as you know. The colors are Perfect for spring and Easter. I hope you have a wonderful Easter with your family.
XXOO Diane; March 29, 2013 at 11:21 PM
Anonymous said...: this just screams Easter and is so utterly charming and sweet. Love the purple and makes me wish my lilacs would hurry up and bloom. Happy happy Easter ~; March 29, 2013 at 11:55 PM
Kathryn Ferguson Griffin said...: So very pretty! I love the bunny!! You will be one of the features at the Sunday Showcase from the Make it Pretty Monday party. Pop on in and grab a Sunday Showcase button. Hope to see your prettiness again tomorrow. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse; April 1, 2013 at 11:01 AM
Kathy said...: I think it is good for us all to do this every once in a while. I am in the process of doing both of what you said - declutter and downsize - ME! Love your sweet white and purple with the sweet bunny. I do appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
Kathy; April 3, 2013 at 2:54 AM
The Tablescaper said...: Good luck with all of the cleaning out. Your table is beautiful.

Great to have you be a part of SEASONAL SUNDAYS!

- The Tablescaper; April 5, 2013 at 10:15 AM