Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Winter is in the Air-Tablescape Thursday


Thursday, my favorite day of the week is here again and Susan @ Between Naps on the Porch is our hostess for another week of beautiful tables and clever ideas. Please check out some of the other tablescapes, you will be amazed at the talented bloggers in our midst.




I really had no idea until this morning which direction I was going to take my table this week. In truth, I'm tired of using my gold napkins and fall colors. I wasn't quite ready to take on Christmas, so I decided to try a casual winter theme in black and white.



I used a vintage tablecloth and topped it with black placemats from Kohls. Next came my square white plates and black salad plates (both from WalMart) topped with a cute little snowflake appetizer plate from Crate and Barrel. Glasses with black spots, everyday flatware and white napkins finish the look.




Instead of using napkin rings, I used "ice" frosted branches. I also added red votive candles in my 50 cent, lead crystal votive holders from a local thrift store. I thought the table needed a "pop" of color. 



In the center of the table, two sparkling trees, a sleigh music box that was one of my last gifts from my grandmother, a gilttering sea urchin.




A scattering of silver stars.




I added a few black and white ornaments from my black and white tree of a few years ago. I dimmed the lights, lit the candles and enjoyed a winter wonderland.






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35 comments:

  1. Mid-Atlantic MarthaNovember 18, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    What a pretty wonderland you've created! Thanks for your kind visit -- it's always wonderful to have you stop by!

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  2. JulieNovember 18, 2009 at 9:17 PM

    Hi Sue,I love yor beautiful table... You did a wonderful job...This table is just to cute cute cute...
    Happy Thanksgiving
    xoxo
    Julie

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  3. J RodneyNovember 18, 2009 at 9:28 PM

    It looks fantastic Sue. I bet there is never a dull place in your home.

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  4. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaNovember 18, 2009 at 9:32 PM

    Just Beautiful my friend...I just loe it...you always come up with the best dressed tables Sue...Love those snow flake plates and all that silver glitters just adds to the over all look....BRAVO!! girl..thanks for sharing...Mountain hugs to you dear Sue...Smiles also Gl♥ria

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  5. Let it ShineNovember 18, 2009 at 10:21 PM

    SOOOOOOO pretty. It looks magical by candle light.

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  6. RettabugNovember 18, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    This IS cool & wintery looking, Sue...it almost makes me shiver! I love all the sparkles in it & your snowflake dishes are SOOOOO cute!
    Your candlelight photos are just awesome. :D

    fondly,
    Rettabug

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  7. SarahNovember 18, 2009 at 10:46 PM

    Beautiful winter wonderland feel to this table. Love the black and white. This table shimmers!

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  8. Phyllis @Around the HouseNovember 18, 2009 at 11:36 PM

    It is all just so beautiful, love the black and white with the silver, so striking, what a wonderful table, i have to go back and look again, lol I am a new follower of yours, would love for you to come for a visit...

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  9. ChaiLatteNovember 19, 2009 at 12:21 AM

    Simply beautiful! Very classy with the black and white,and if I had to pick one fav thing, it would be the iced branches that you used in place of napkin rings- way cool!

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  10. Kathryn @ Bonafide SouthernNovember 19, 2009 at 7:46 AM

    I'm seeing more and more black for Christmas this year, and I think it's just gorgeous! It's an unexpected choice from the typical Christmas colors, but your table has proven that black may be the new green and red! Thanks for sharing and happy TT to you!

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  11. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeNovember 19, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    Oh wow, such a gorgeous tablescape. I love the black and white and silver. It is so elegant looking. I love it all. Thanks also for the gracious comments on my TT post. I really appreciate it. Hugs, Marty

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  12. Three Rivers, MichiganNovember 19, 2009 at 10:30 AM

    Oh wow that's beautiful, just gorgeous --- intimidating to the craft-challenged such as myself! The whole family is coming for Thanksgiving but I'm thinking a few pumpkins on the table will do it :-)

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  13. Stephanie @ A Fine HouseNovember 19, 2009 at 12:35 PM

    I love it! I never would have thought of black for Christmas, but with the glowing candles and the sparkling silver accents, it really works! Great job!

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  14. CarlaNovember 19, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    OHMIGOSH! That is beautiful! Martha, Rachel, and the rest of the homekeeping experts better watch their backsides. :-) What a gift you have! (And your choices of essential tree decorating equipment are pretty nifty too!)

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  15. AnonymousNovember 19, 2009 at 2:56 PM

    Very unique, and a fresh change from all the fall colors. Love it. Its very elegant looking.

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  16. Life Laugh LatteNovember 19, 2009 at 3:10 PM

    You should do this for a living...or make a book and publish it. Every week I think you can't top yourself...but you do! Thanks for coming by, Holly:)

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  17. Christi @ A Southern LifeNovember 19, 2009 at 4:00 PM

    I always love black and white. It is just great for anytime of the year. Love this table.

    Christi @ A Southern Life

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  18. MarigeneNovember 19, 2009 at 4:51 PM

    I love your winter wonderland table. Black and white, you just can't go wrong with that combo!

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  19. honeysuckleNovember 19, 2009 at 6:19 PM

    The black and white makes a striking table. I was looking for cute b and w dishes last week and didn't find them. Wouldn't you know Crate and Barrel would have them. One of my fav stores. Thanks for sharing today!

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  20. koraleeNovember 19, 2009 at 7:48 PM

    Now that is one lovely table!!! I love the black and silver. Thanks for entering my giveaway!

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  21. dee deeNovember 19, 2009 at 8:35 PM

    Sue
    What a wonderful tablescape! I love the black and white theme! It is perfect for this time of year! Your black and white tree must have been stunning.... just like your table this week! Dee Dee

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  22. SusieNovember 19, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    I just love sparkling trees like those! And what cute appetizer plates from Crate and Barrel!

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and commenting. It's nice to "meet" you :) I have enjoyed checking out your blog...the Christmas Tree decorating 101 was inspiring. I can't wait to pull ours out next week and use some of your tips.

    Susie

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  23. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)November 19, 2009 at 9:14 PM

    Sue...this is just beautiful! It has such an ethereal look to it...feels completely enchanting! Those snowflake plates are so cute and I love the pops of red color! Love it! :-)

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  24. Missy WertzNovember 19, 2009 at 9:43 PM

    Beautiful winter table setting. I cannot wait to decorate for Christmas and am thinking of doing that this weekend!

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  25. Grace @ Ruby Moon DesignsNovember 19, 2009 at 10:02 PM

    I especially love the pictures where the light is from the candle's glow...simply beautiful! Delightful tablescape!

    -Grace

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  26. BillNovember 20, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    Very festive! The black & white basis of your theme gives everything a chic, sophisticated feeling. Nicely done and beautifully photographed!

    Bill

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  27. AmandaNovember 20, 2009 at 6:41 PM

    Gee...maybe I will try a tablescape for the first time.

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  28. xinexNovember 20, 2009 at 11:35 PM

    This is stunning, Sue! There is something about black, white and silver. In fact, I am creating a tablescape using those colors soon...Christine

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  29. SueNovember 21, 2009 at 7:54 AM

    Beautiful! I've got to have the appetizer plates from Crate and Barrel.

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  30. Linda @ theLENNOXXNovember 21, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    Ohh, what a beautiful table setting! The black, white and silver works perfect together!

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  31. GlennisNovember 21, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    this is an elegant and sophisticated take on a winter table. Lovely!

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  32. Relyn LawsonNovember 22, 2009 at 10:17 PM

    Oh my gosh! That is so very gorgeous! You have so much talent.

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  33. Tammy@InStitchesNovember 23, 2009 at 5:49 PM

    Oh wow, I missed this one. It is so pretty, you did a great job !

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  34. Fifi FlowersNovember 23, 2009 at 9:53 PM

    Your table looks FAB... love all the black and white!

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  35. BrightenedBoyNovember 26, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    How could I have missed this? One of your best.

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