Thursday, April 19, 2012

Butterflies, Birds and Grapevines - My Spring Tablescape

Welcome to what I am calling my Early Spring Tablescape which is full of butterflies, birds and grapevines!  I started out with a nature inspired theme with the cute little butterfly dishes and went from there.  I always get these ideas and then never know where they are going to lead me.  I loved the idea of weaving some grapevines through the centerpiece, but my spring tablescape was starting to look like a woodsy fall theme  - so I lightened it up a bit with the yellow paisley table cloth and napkins.  Now I think it looks like a peek of spring!

I made some perches for my birds nests and resting places for the butterflies,


and filled a sprinkling can with some sunny flowers.

I don't have a ton of dishes but I am finding a reason to add to my collection now that I have started blogging.  By working with what I have and adding small things here and there I am slowly builing up a stash to work from!  I had the Sorrento Dishes but bought the little butterly plates at Kohl's.  Of course I waited until they went to 50% off and I had a 30% off coupon plus had $10 bucks of Kohl's cash - so they were practically free! I purchased the tablecloth and napkins at Marshalls.

                                         

The sun was shinning today, birds were singing, and my lawn needs mowing.  It's Spring!!
Thanks for taking a peek. 

I will be linking up to the following:
   Between Naps on the Porch Table
   Tablescape Thursday
   Cuisine Kathleen's Let's Dish
   The Tablescaper's Seasonal Sundays
There are links to each site at the right. Come see what all the fuss is about!



Ann @ Corner of Plaid and Paisley
Ann @ Corner of Plaid and Paisley

In the past few years my interests have grown from fabric to paper and now to dishes too! I just love prints, polkadots, plaids and paisleys- hence the blog name.

17 comments:

  1. Hi Ann, Your table is delightful and so springy! I agree that the yellow was the perfect thing for brightening up things and it pulls out the pretty flower in the dish! Great deal on those dishes!! I never quite know exactly where my tables are going either. I have a general idea but often I end up somewhere else! I'm following you and looking forward to getting to know you! Linda

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    1. Thank you Linda! I appreciate the wonderful comments and your following! I have all men at my house right now. While they are supportive - they don't gush!

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  2. I am following you now too!
    Love how you shop! Very pretty table and i love the yellow cloth. Those dishes are so pretty!

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  3. Forgot to say thanks for joining Let's Dish!

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    1. Thanks so much Kathleen, Hopefully you will see alot of me on Let's Dish! What a wonderful spot you have.

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  4. Pretty table with all your springtime details.

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  5. What a gorgeous Tablescape. The combination of the butteflies, birds and nests and grapevine is fabulous. I just love it :) and am now your newest follower!

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  6. Your tablescape is lovely and I like all your little details.

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  7. Thank you all for the wonderful comments and support! I appreciate every kind word!

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  8. Very pretty table...love the centerpiece.

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  9. I wanted to let you know that I have chosen your blog for the Liebster Award. You can refer back to All the Pretty Dishes to learn more about it.

    www.alltheprettydishes.blogspot.com

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  10. Super sweet table. Love the grapevines weaving through your table. Great bargain on the butterfly dishes. You will get a lot of use out of them. I got your name from the Liebster Award. How fun is that?! Happy Sunday. ~CJ

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  11. Wonderful and Happy Spring to You!
    Lovely table.
    Pat

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  12. What a cute table!! Love the deal at Kohls $$$

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  13. Hello!
    I'm your newest follower :)

    I love your tablescape! Your dishes and linens are so pretty, and your centerpiece is adorable!!

    Thank You for sharing and I hope you have a wonderful evening!

    Blessings and Hugs
    Aledia @ Plum Perfect

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  14. So pretty and fresh! Love all of the detail.

    Wonderful to have you be a part of Seasonal Sundays. Be sure to visit my most recent post to learn of my GIVEAWAY.

    - The Tablescaper

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