Hello Again From The French Hen's Nest,
I recently attended a seminar on creating beautiful tablescapes, by using what you have on hand around your home. It was given by La Bella Luce, the lovely antique store in historic Clifton, Va. Brenda, the manager, and Michele demonstrated a number of themes that you can create. They did such a great job, and it was very inspiring. I'm going to share their table settings with you, and hopefully you will be inspired as well.
Brenda and Michelle of La Bella Luce
The first table is a study in Black, Red and White. I absolutely love the paisley black and white table cloth. They have a huge selection of tablecloths imported from France. Would love to have this one.
Don't you love these colors together? Very dramatic.
Table linens from France
The next table is set for Spring. Light colors, and flowers look so fresh, makes you feel like Spring is on it's way. The dishes used are white and green. The table runner is actually gift wrap! Great idea.
The hydrangeas are perfect with this table setting. Isn't this lovely?
Notice the wreaths on the chair backs. Nice touch.
Beautiful setting, ready for brunch?
The next setting, as you can see is for Valentine's Day. Michelle has used the same tablecloth, added hearts to the chandelier, tall red candle holders, and red and white china, with valentine accents.
This setting would make anyone feel special.
This setting certainly says, Happy Valentine's Day.
Here, Brenda shows that by changing the flowers and centerpiece of the Spring setting, you now have an Easter table setting.
She has incorporated carnival glass in this setting.
Here she has used Santos cage dolls for the centerpiece. Aren't they lovely?
Are you ready for spring?
Santos Cage Dolls, one came home with me.
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Are you ready for Mardi Gras? This is perfect for a Mardi Gras party. Each place setting has a mask that was made in Venice, Italy. The red mask on harlequin paper is the center piece.
Must have beads for a Mardi Gras party!
The high candle sticks are perfect.
Happy Mardi Gras
I had a great time at the seminar, along with maybe twenty-five other ladies. All of the place settings were very creative, and welcoming. Hope that you find these designs useful. Like I mentioned before, I was inspired.
Thank you so much La Bella Luce.
Till Nest Time,
Jeannie
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Jeanne this was a wonderfully informative post. I really enjoyed all the tips. My favorite idea was the wreaths on the back of the chairs! Thanks for sharing,
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Hi Leslie, Thank you so much, so happy you enjoyed it. I love the wreaths as well.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for visiting The French Hen's Nest.
Jeannie
Good Morning Jeannie,
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful table settings. My favourite is the Spring table, I think because it is bright and fresh and I'm looking forward to Spring. The hydrangeas look beautiful.
The black and white tablecloth from France has an "air" of India about it as you find a lot of paisley patterned material in India.
Lovely and inspiring post. You must have had great fun.
Best Wishes
Daphne
Good Morning Daphne,
DeleteIt's so nice to hear from you. Thank you so much, the girls did a great job. I'm looking forward to Spring as well, but it has been so cold here, just a couple of months to go, guess I'll make it. So happy you found the post inspiring.
Till Nest Time,
Jeannie
Loves this tablescapes! Thanks for stopping by my blog!!! I'm following your lovely blog!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice day! Lorena
Hello Lorena, So happy to have you as a member, thank you for your comment.
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Jeannie
Great tips! I have lots to learn. Thank you for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteHi Diane, Thank you so much for your comment., hope you liked the different settings. Have a great evening.
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Jeannie thanks for sharing I loved all the tables and the tip to use the wrapping paper as your table runner, awesome!
ReplyDeleteHello Elizabeth, thank you so much, I thought the paper was a great idea, bought a black and white pattern today.
DeleteJeannie
Oh my that was such a fun post to read and the pictures were so lovely! What a great seminar to go to! Happy to be your newest follower via GFC and looking forward to more!
ReplyDeleteHello Danni, Thank you so much, I'm happy that you enjoyed my post. It was a great seminar. So happy to have you following us. I'm going to visit your site and see what you've been up to.
ReplyDeleteJeannie
The tablescapes are absolutely lovely...You made me want to attend a seminar...Blessings, Becky
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Becky, If you get the chance, go, it's always nice to see how creative people can be. And get so many ideas as to how you can use theirs.
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you,
Jeannie
Wow! What lovely placesettings!! Love the flower bowls the best. Thanks for popping by my blog today!
ReplyDeleteHave a happy week!
Hello Anne, the pink, green and white bowls? Aren't they lovely? Thank you so much for your comment, and you visit.
ReplyDeleteJeannie
What a pretty table top. Anytime I spy a roo, I know it is going to be fab!
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Debbie,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, you know I love a roo too. Have a great day.
Jeannie and Linda
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Love those Santos cage figures. I have passed one huge one up at Hobby Lobby for several weeks. Duh! Never thought of using it as a centerpiece. I hope it is still there. Came over from your comment left on my post. I am your newest follower.
ReplyDeleteHow fun! Wish I had been there. I loved all of them! Those cage dolls are gorgeous and I think I would have had to come home with one also. Thanks for sharing agian at Transformed Tuesday. Hugs, Peggy
ReplyDeleteI really like the setting with the hydrangeas; it must have been a fun seminar.
ReplyDeleteHi Jeanie! Thank you so much for your visit and comment. It's so nice to meet you. That seminar would have been a fun one to attend, especially at an antique's store. Great ideas. I just love creating posts by going around the house and finding things I already have to stage a fun photo. Thanks for sharing! Gina
ReplyDeleteHi Gina, the seminar was great, and they served snacks and wine, which made it even better. I just published some pictures that I took that day, hope you check them out, the store is fab. Nice visiting with you.
DeleteJeannie
I always like looking at tablescapes and seeing what everyone is doing. These are full of inspiration.
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Hello Jeannie,
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun seminar to attend with lots of fab inspirations! My favourite has got to be the Spring green tablescape. I also have a roo and I love hydrangeas. Thank you for sharing this with my HOME party. Happy Valentines Day, my friend!
Blessings,
Sandi
Thank you Sandi, Linda and I wish you a Happy Valentines Day.
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Jeannie
Thanks so much for sharing this inspirational post at Simple & Sweet Fridays. I love all the wonderful tablescapes, so pretty!
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