Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Tablescape Thursday – Clear Crystal With Blue and White


For this week’s table setting I decided on using clear crystal with blue and white for a cool summer look. Touches of yellow bring additional bright notes.

Blue and white placemats and matching napkins are a gift from my youngest sister. They are made from "Porcelain" by Waverly. Squared silvertone chargers hold Royal Tudor "Orchid" by Grindley dinner plates, topped with clear Arcoroc crystal "Fleur" plates.
Napkins are folded in a fan shape and placed in ceramic daffodil napkin rings.
The flatware is Oneida "Raphael". Clear goblets – Vendange from France. Blue goblets – "Virginia" by Fostoria. Here is a view of one place setting: [Note: the chargers are a soft silvertone, though they are photographing as something else!]
One corner of the table holds a yellow ceramic pitcher is on crystal and "Orchid" dessert plates.
The centerpiece includes a blue and white pitcher by Godinger set on a white runner with two yellow napkins underneath for a hint of yellow. Clear crystal candlesticks by Oscar de La Renta was a graduation gift from friends in 1988. The pair hold white taper candles with blue design.
Clear crystal tulip votives hold yellow lemons and pears
Four crystal crystal salt cellars with tiny spoons contribute to the sparkle.
At another corner a clear glass divided dish in apple shape sits on a yellow ceramic pineaple trivet. A clear crystal butter dish is nearby.
Since I have only four of the napkin rings, for the settings at the ends I put the napkin under the glass plates and added an "Orchid" bowl.

Thank you for stopping by. I hope your found the tablescape pleasing. Do visit again soon, and please leave a comment.
Be sure to visit our hostess Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for more Tablescape Thursday posts.
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20 comments:

  1. Melissa MarieMay 28, 2009 at 12:34 AM

    Love that pitcher!!! :)

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  2. PattyMay 28, 2009 at 4:59 AM

    I just love the pops of yellow. The blue and white is so cooling, perfect for summer days. I really love this.

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  3. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)May 28, 2009 at 8:29 AM

    Beautiful blue and white and I love that pitcher! Great job, Cindy

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  4. Pat@Back Porch MusingsMay 28, 2009 at 8:42 AM

    So pretty! Blue and yellow is wonderful together!

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  5. niartistMay 28, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    Lovely job. I did a blue and white setting today, too! Meant for it to be in the garden, but mother nature suggested otherwise! lol! Am so jealous of those napkins ... thanks for the fabric pattern - I'll have to see if I can track some down. All the best, A

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  6. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 28, 2009 at 10:01 AM

    Such a gorgeous tablescape. You have some beautiful dishes and accessories, and I love the soft blue and white colors with a touch of yellow. Beautifully done. Hugs, Marty

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  7. ellen bMay 28, 2009 at 10:18 AM

    Good morning Carrie. This table is very pleasing to my eyes! I love blue and white and the touch of yellow is perfect with it. What fun napkin rings! Have a wonderful Thursday!

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  8. KarenMay 28, 2009 at 10:48 AM

    Hello! You'll think I'm nuts, but I clicked on your blog because I liked the name! ha! Loved your tablescape and found a wonderful surprise in it! The little apple dishes? My Mom had those when I was growing up! What a great memory to see on your table. I think blue on a table is just the best. With the pop of yellow - it's so fresh and clean.
    I'll be following along from now on! Thanks for such a wonderful unexpected surprise!

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  9. SandraMay 28, 2009 at 11:13 AM

    What a beautiful table setting. I love how the blue and white coordinated with the yellow. :) Very pretty.
    Blessings,
    Sandra

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  10. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEMay 28, 2009 at 11:43 AM

    I just adore clear dishes. I think everyone should have a set. You can do so much with them. Your blue and white placemats and napkins are gorgeous!

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  11. Michelle @ Sweet Something DesignMay 28, 2009 at 12:51 PM

    Very Pretty!! Blue and yellow, gotta love it!

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  12. UnknownMay 28, 2009 at 1:21 PM

    I love those yellow lemons and how the pop against that lovely blue patterned table cloth; great combinations!

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  13. DeborahMay 28, 2009 at 2:39 PM

    Just love the blue and white. So summery. Thanks for posting.

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  14. CynthiaMay 28, 2009 at 4:17 PM

    Lovely table! I love the blue and white. Thanks for sharing and have a great day!

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  15. MichelleMay 28, 2009 at 6:29 PM

    I love this entire tablescape. I have that lemon pitcher too. I liked it because it so big and round!!

    Never thought to use a spoon rest as a trivet and I've got lots of spoon rests. So clever!

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  16. A Hint of HomeMay 28, 2009 at 8:01 PM

    Your dishes are so elegant . I love the blue and white theme.

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  17. Yellow Rose ArborMay 28, 2009 at 10:51 PM

    A very elegant tablescape! The yellow touches makes it pop!

    Great job!

    Katherine

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  18. CarrieMay 28, 2009 at 11:32 PM

    Hi Michelle, Thanks for stopping by. By 'spoon rest' are you referring to the yellow pineapple? Because it is actually made as a trivet. i usually always put one of my pineapple-shaped trivets on each table setting. I have them in brass, ceramic and wood, silverplate, etc.
    Do stop by again soon,
    Carrie

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  19. MaryMay 29, 2009 at 12:56 AM

    Oh, how pretty! LOVE the placemats and napkins, and they go beautifully with those lovely dishes. :)

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  20. i cant decideMay 29, 2009 at 3:40 PM

    Great combination of colors. The yellow adds a nice spring feel to your table.

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