A Bit of Black and White-Tablescape Thursday

     My tablescapes are going to have a different look for the next few months. I switched back to my glass and iron table that usually sits in our dining room. Actually, my living room, dining room and kitchen are all one large space separated by the flooring. The kitchen is tile, the dining room is hardwood and the living room has carpet. I brought in an antique oak table for the winter months, but I really prefer the look of the glass table with the rest of my furniture. We bought it a few years ago at Crate and Barrel and I still like it. It does mean that I will only be setting the table for 4 for a while. I will also have to deal with reflection in the pictures and the area rug under the table.

I decided to set the table for a simple dinner in black and white.

     Please ignore the light reflection in the plate. This is what happens if you wait until after dark to take pictures. I had to have lights on. Oops...sorry. The dinner plates are American Atelier Bianca Leaf, the black salad plates are Walmart and the bowls were a recent purchase from TJMaxx. They are Royal Stafford and I love them. I hope to find a few more pieces. I used round black placemats to finish the look.

     The flatware was a garage sale purchase last weekend. My "across the street neighbor" had a set of 60 pieces for $25. It is Rogers Bros. Adoration from 1930.

     I used my short black dotted glasses and instead of napkins, black and white dishcloths I found at Walmart for $3. I love the added texture.

     I love this time of year because it is so easy to create a centerpiece. I just grabbed my scissors and went out into my yard. My iris are in full bloom, a pop of pink tulip for a little added color and a flowering branch or two all placed in a crystal pitcher. What could be more simple?

This sweet little bird came home with me from Sur la Table.

Add a couple of crystal candlesticks...

My little thrifted porridge bowl...

...and dinner is served, please join me!

Please visit Susan @ Between Naps on the Porch to see all of this weeks beautiful tables.