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Now on to my tablescape.
This is my third Valentine's table for this year but I promise it will be the last, at least for 2013. I had a luncheon for my girl friends here the day after Valentine's Day so I decided to do another one with that theme. After all, I really love my friends!
This is my 3rd Valentine's table this year but this is also the third one that I used a stored dinnerware for the first time for this occasion. I think I will try to do that more this year cause I have so many sets that has been kept for so long that I have not used at all.
These is my Limoges Wm. Guerin & Co. dinnerware set. I bought them from Ebay while searching for a set to complete my Hammersley's Bird of Paradise set, cause I only have a setting for 4 but I could not find any that is affordable. Then I saw a setting of 10 that they were selling on this Limoges set. I thought they will go well together so I bought them.
The small bowl on the left below is Hammersley and the one on the right is Limoges. Don't they look very similar? The Hammersley has a blue edge with 12 sides though, but I think they are still mixable.
I love the bird of paradise. Again, I used the white pierced tin plate chargers cause I think they look so well for a Valentine table. They even have some piercings that are heart shaped.
For the centerpiece, I borrowed 2 pots with silk flowers from the formal living room and again used the cardinal S & P shakers and added a red votive candle.
I thought the ruffled crocheted doily made it look more romantic.
Etched stemware I got from an estate sale, 6 for $8.00
Pierced flatware. I have had them for a while but I cannot remember where I bought them from. Only the knives aren't pierced.
I alternated 2 types of napkin rings.
I added an egg shaped Hammersley's Bird of Paradise box.
The girls all brought some food too so we had a feast.
Riza, Noemie and Ryzlyne. Riza is from out of town so we try to get together when she gets in town, this time for Ryzlyne's dental appt.
I also alternated 2 types of placemats, a pink heart shaped one and round red ones with pierced hearts on the edges.
Our dessert table
We had Whittard of Chelsea instant tea with lychee and mango flavor. The tea set is Hammersley's Bird of paradise.
But the cups and saucers are Limoges Wm Guerin and Co. See how they blend together? The birds are just positioned differently.
After eating, we were all happy and contented:-)
After lunch, Riza and Noemie went to the secret garden to plant the plantings that Riza dug out of her yard. See why I love my friends so much? They bring me stuff and then they even do the work themselves too, lol.
Thank you girls for joining me and thanks to all for stopping by!
I am also very thankful to the hostesses of the following memes that I am joining.
Beverly's Pink Saturday
http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/
The Tablescaper's Seasonal Sunday
http://thetablescaper.blogspot.com/
Kathryn's Make it Pretty Monday
http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com
Marty's Tabletop Tuesday
http://www.astrollthrulife.net/
Kathy's A Return To Loveliness
http://adelightsomelife.com
Kathleen's Let's Dish
http://www.cuisinekathleen.com/
Tablescape Thursday
http://betweennapsontheporch.net/
Share Your Cup Thursday
http://jannolson.blogspot.com/
Martha and Terri's Teacup Tues
http://www.marthasfavorites.com/
Ruth's Tuesday Cuppa tea
http://antiquesandteacups.blogspot.com/
Beverly's Pink Saturday
http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/my_weblog/
The Tablescaper's Seasonal Sunday
http://thetablescaper.blogspot.com/
Kathryn's Make it Pretty Monday
http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com
Marty's Tabletop Tuesday
http://www.astrollthrulife.net/
Kathy's A Return To Loveliness
http://adelightsomelife.com
Kathleen's Let's Dish
http://www.cuisinekathleen.com/
Tablescape Thursday
http://betweennapsontheporch.net/
Share Your Cup Thursday
http://jannolson.blogspot.com/
Martha and Terri's Teacup Tues
http://www.marthasfavorites.com/
Ruth's Tuesday Cuppa tea
http://antiquesandteacups.blogspot.com/
Your table is just stunning, love those beautiful dishes and the pretty chargers, and the stemware, what a good bargain shopper you are,don't you just love it when you get such a good deal...Have to go back and look at the dishes..lol
ReplyDeleteGood morning Christine, Thank you for the sweetest comment. I agree with you. smile!
ReplyDeleteYour table with the mixed china patterns is stunning. The two patterns are so much alike. You made the right decision when you bought the Limoges set. Your centerpiece is lovely and the dishes with the pierced charges and the mixed napkin holders was just the right touch. In short...I love it! Dear friends are treasures that we all need.
xo, Jeanne
The china goes together beautifully, I like that they are just a bit different.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a great time.
Oh, Christine, you have so many, but so many dishes that you can afford to forget this simply gorgeous set of china!!! I love the pattern and the tea set is to die for! The chargers and glass ware are beautiful too. As always, lucky friends that go to your table! Your dear mama looks wonderful! Have a super weekend.
ReplyDeleteFabby
What fun! Looks like you had some amazing food to share on your beautifully decorated table. Such a pretty tablescape!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Cindy
Christine, glad you had a special time to celebrate with your girlfriends. Your table is lovely. I think your new Hammersley's plates are perfect with the Limoges. I especially like the blue rim and the 12 sided edge. Adds a touch of interest. Great choice!
ReplyDeletehi lovely lady.
ReplyDeleteYour Tablescape is Gorgeous for your get together for Valentine with the girls. You always put a lot of love in your tables. Thanks so much for your sweet comments on my Tablescape for my sons Birthday. Hoping you have a wonderful weekend with your family.
XXOO Diane
What a wonderful lunch you prepared for your friends. I do not blame you, though, after seeing what they did for you - how thoughtful. The table looks great and I loved the way that you mixed the china. I, also, love the table you used!!
ReplyDeleteYou did a wonderful job with the table, the two sets of china look lovely together! Very sweet and so are your friends!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Janie
Beautiful table...both china patterns are really pretty and go nicely together. I love those tin charger plates.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend, Christine.
You did an excellent job on your table. However, it would look nice anyway with all those lovely dishes you have.
ReplyDeleteAnother beautiful table setting Christina! I can tell you really love your friends and the time spent with them. How nice. I really like your lace looking edged chargers, so pretty! Gina
ReplyDeleteYour gatherings always look so cheerful. It must be because you are such a gracious hostess. It looks like a wonderful time.
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ReplyDeleteThere is nothing wrong with many valentine tables. It just shows how much love you have to give and how many are fortunate enough to receive your love.
Great to have you be a part of Seasonal Sundays.
- The Tablescaper
What a great get together. Your dear Mum is absolut beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI love all your TS anyway and enjoying watching and I might bring ideas to Sweden.
Happy Sunday to All,
/Chie
Christine,
ReplyDeleteI don't know how wouldn't want to be your friend and come to visit you when you do such beautiful tablescapes and cook such fantastic meals!!
Hugs,
Deb
Aren't your friends lucky to attend such a lovely event? Beautiful table - I adore the doilies! Hope you can stop by the enchanted oven to say hi.
ReplyDeletexo,
Lisa
Very nicely done. Looks like a great group of ladies to have as friends!
ReplyDeleteHappy Pink Saturday a day late!
Thanks, Jenn
Gorgeous Christine..Your friends must feel specail for you to go to all the trouble of setting such pretty tables..not really trouble I suppose when you love doing it..had a nice time browsing your dishes..just told hubby earlier I need a fixer upper china hutch ...I Have 70 year old china i want to display...thanks for sharing again...I enjoy your posts... :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job Christine. Looks like you had a nice meal to enjoy and how nice of your friend to bring something for your garden. I like your pictures of your family and friend!
ReplyDeleteA lovely table! So pretty. I love the pattern and it looks like you girls had so much fun! Thanks for linking to Tuesday Cuppa Tea!
ReplyDeleteRuth
I love Ed Sheeran! I hope AJ wins!!! Your table is so pretty.
ReplyDeleteLooks like such fun and your tablescape is gorgeous. Thanks tons for joining TTT. Hugs, marty
ReplyDeleteHello Christine,
ReplyDeleteYour special lunch looks lovely. I am sure everyone had a wonderful time. You always put so much love into what you do. Your tables, like today's, always look amazing. The mix of dishes is fab!
Hugs,
terri
You have the best parties! I think the dishes look fantastic together!
ReplyDeleteKaren
You do the best luncheons Christine! Absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteJust love how well the china goes with the other.. great eye for good design Christine. The party looks like sooo much fun. Gorgeous as usual. xo marlis
ReplyDeleteI have already commented on your lovely table, but I wanted you to know that I did click on your link at the top. Please let us know, if Ashley wins!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by sweety! I heartly appreciate (: Amazing post! Utterly love it! Following you back too! Let's follow on some other social sites as well? Let me know! Stop by me soon again!xx
ReplyDeleteKisses ♥
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Christine, You are definitely the Valentine's Day queen. I love your table and the Bird of Paradise china. I always love those pierced tin chargers!!! Great table!
ReplyDeleteOkie dokie...I clicked on it. That was pretty easy. Good luck to Ashley! Your table is so pretty, Christine! I can never get enough of Valentine's Day tables!!! I think it was so sweet of you to do this for your friends! I'm also with you on your idea to use more of the dishes that have never been used. I have lots that I have never used (probably still have tags on them!), and I need to get those babies out and do something with them! I think when we stopped entertaining so much as we used to, I just kind of blew off a lot of dishes I thought I would use for various occasions. I'm going to make a conscious effort to use things that are languishing in storage! Thanks for that inspiration and little kick in the pants! :-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I would love to step into your kitchen and see all of your lovly dishes. You have done some amazing tablescapes! Love, love those lacy chargers. Beautiful family and what a fun luncheon. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann