Hey friends! I'm so thrilled to have joined a talented group of bloggers to share how we refresh our homes for summer!
Be sure to check out all the other participants by using the links at the end of this post. We will be sharing new spaces each day this weekend so be sure to follow along! You can also keep up via Instagram and Facebook using the hashtag #SummerHomeRefresh
If this is your first time visiting my blog, welcome! I'm glad you're here {of course I'm always happy to see my “regulars” too!}.
Although I don't often put tablescapes together, but I really enjoy setting them up! You can see my normal set up in my summer home tour.
This casual summer tablescape was put together quickly, using only things I already had on hand with exception of the plant {which means you might spy some familiar items}.
You know I'm a firm believer in shopping your home first!
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To start off, I began with a fun stripe "tablecloth" that's not really a tablecloth at all, but a throw! You can see it in my inexpensive screened porch makeover HERE.
It was the perfect base and set the tone for my "summer blues" color scheme.
To add some texture and give the table a more casual and summery feeling, I used some circular rattan place mats I got from Ross Dress For Less ages ago.
I skipped the charger and next came my favorite white plates {I love that you can dress them up or down}, layered with Blue Willow plates that reinforces the color scheme.
Now how perfect are these lucite napkin holders for a summer tablescape?! Coincidently I got them only a few days ago at an estate sale for a $1! They have these inlay of sea motifs like shells and seahorses. Just so cute!
To keep the casual feel, I opted to use our everyday silverware, and these fun recycled glasses that have a slight blue tint to them.
The centerpiece is what I call a happy accident. After searching high and low for hydrangeas with no luck. I went out on a limb and purchased this flowing wax plant from my local nursery for only a few dollars.
I simply put it in a thrifted soup tureen that's placed the on a cake stand for a little height and viola a super easy centerpiece, that looks better than I imagined it would.
I love the effect of the flowing leaves and the organic touch it adds to the table.
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My favorite part of putting a tablescapes together are the fun little touches you can add to give it interest and personality.
I hope you enjoyed this casual summer tablescape and found some inspiration!
For more summer fresh rooms and projects be sure to check out all these wonderful ladies throughout the weekend!
Friday ~ July 29
Honey n Hydrangea | Prairie Girl Home | Bees N Burlap | Simple Cozy Charm | Hip Hip Home! | Belle Amour Designs | Hood Creek Log Cabin |
Saturday ~ July 30
The Creative Nook | A House With Books | 1111 Light Lane | Joyfully Rooted | Bright Yellow Door |
Sunday ~ July 31
Gratefully Vintage | Love Your Abode | My Sunset Avenue | Farmhouse For Five | One Horse Lane | Little Home Reloved
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Linking up with: Lou Lou Girls Fabulous Party #122 | Make Pretty Monday Week #186 | Tablescape Thursday 413!
Kathryn Griffin says
Such a beautiful tablescape. I love the mix of blues and greens. Thank you for sharing. You are one of the features at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Here is the link to this week's bash! http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2016/08/make-pretty-monday-week-187.html Have a happy rest of the week. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
Linda P. says
Hi Kathryn! What a fun surprise! Love partying with you each week ? I have already headed to your blog to check it out. Thanks so much!
Kim says
I love the throw as a tablecloth! Perfect colors to use with your blue and white dishes. Love everything about this!
Linda P. says
Kim, thank you! I love when a piece can serve double duty!
Carol@blueskykitchen says
Linda, your Tablescape is really pretty. I love how the green ivy contrasts with the shades of blue and the pop of white. It's a calming and enjoyable setting. Great photo.
Linda P. says
Hi Carol, thank you so much for your kind comment! I appreciate you taking the time to visit!
Celeste says
I love all of the blue colors in your beautiful summer tablescape, Linda! The greenery and driftwood add the perfect summer touch to the table. Using a throw as a tablecloth is such a great idea! I am all for shopping your own home for decor pieces! Such a great way to save money!
Linda P. says
Thank you so much Celeste! Shopping your home first is a must for me too, saves so much money that way!
yuni says
Linda, this is simply gorgeous! Glad to meet another blue and white lover! You are so creative mixing the aqua and darker blue together. Those lucite napkin holders are amazing and what a steal!!! I would totally borrow them if I were your neighbor 😀
Linda P. says
Thanks so much Yuni! I would lend them to you any day! ?
Kellie says
Martha, your home is so bright and beautiful! I am in love with your perfect tablescape for summer!! & can we talk about your photography? so pretty!!
Linda P. says
Thank you Kellie! I appreciate you stopping by today!
Beth says
Linda! this is all so beautiful! I am loving that color combo - so bright, fresh, airy and inviting!! Absolutely gorgeous! You nailed it! xo, Beth
Linda P. says
Thank you so much Beth! ?
Heather says
Linda, it all looks so beautiful and fresh and summery!! Love it!
Linda P. says
I'm glad you like it Heather! Thank you! ☺️
jamala says
I love the simplicity/elegant touch you created. The setting has a cool calm effect like being at the beach. The brass seagulls were the perfect touch.. Two thumbs up on this!
Linda P. says
Hi Jamala! Thank you so much for visiting today and for your very nice comment! ?
Kari @prairiegirlhome says
Beautiful job Linda! I love the plant placed in the tureen, on top of a cake stand! Those blue glasses are so cute! I love it all!!!
Linda P. says
The centerpiece my favorite too Kari! Thank you! ☺️
Vin says
Absolutely love this Linda! I love the throw idea for a tablecloth. The touches of blue are perfect for summer. But my favorite really is the centerpiece! It's so unique, organic and looks like a lovely plant! And yes, I love shopping my home too - so guilt free 🙂
Linda P. says
Vin, thank you so much! I was desperate since I don't have any tablecloths at all, so I'm really glad the throw idea worked out! I have to admit the centerpiece is my favorite too. So glad you like it as a fellow plant lover! ?
Keila says
Friend, this is soooo amazing!! I can't tell you how much I love the touches of blue and your plants!!! I must know the name of your centerpiece!!! Beautiful job!
Linda P. says
Thank you so so much Keila!
Martha says
So so beautiful!! Love your whole site!
Linda P. says
Thank you so much Martha! I appreciate you stopping by today!