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Wednesday, March 2, 2011

IT'S SPRING AT MY HOUSE!!!

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Sunday March 6, midnight. 


THAT'S MY STORY AND I'M STICKING TO IT!!!

It is getting warmer and we have had 
a few beautiful days.


It was beautiful yesterday. I left for therapy early so I could go by GW. I have said before that our GW never has anything. I went anyway. 
As luck would have it I found this Longaberger look alike for on $1.00. Not quite the LB quality but really nice. For $1.00 it was going home with me.
I had planned to use this Irish runner buy decided to use it next week. Nice little basket, yes?

I like the way the handle curves

Sturdy for $1.00
I stopped at Kroger and picked up some Primrose for my centerpiece.  Bob came today bringing his free flowers, Pink Roses. That's when I decided to change what I had planned for the tablescape. I decided to use my Franciscan Desert Rose.

I used the pink roses and the primrose. 
I love these green and white placements. I think, in blog lingo, this is a vintage, chippy and shabby charger.
I added my vintage Franciscan Desert Rose dinner plate. I hate the new stuff they are selling. Won't buy it.

Pink salad plate

Forgot to get a pic of just the rimmed soup. Added linen and crochet, starched, napkin and yellow rose ring.

I love the Wallace sterling flatware, Waltz of Spring

Bob's free roses, forsythia and greenery from the yard.
I ended up using the primrose 

I have enough serving pieces to enjoy using them often, serving most anything. This would be a typical setting with family in the kitchen. I did a similar table with the same china for my daughter,
Kim, the last time she was in town.

Purchased votive holders during after Christmas sales.
The water goblets were a thrift store find. Pattern unknown. Only had four.

This is my favorite pic. I think I used it twice. That's OK, it's my fairytale.  Love the napkin rings, I got them from ebay. Ebay is gooooood.

relish dish was thrift store find
Bob thought this was a real rose. Our eyes are failing you know!

I just love the napkin rings. Did I say that before? The napkins are vintage. I think they go well with the charger.
I hope you have enjoyed my "Ode to Spring"








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61 comments:

  1. DebbieMarch 2, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Gorgeous as always!!! Our pear trees are in full bloom too, and they made me feel very much like spring. I love the way you used the green check with those dishes.

    And I'm coming to Savannah next week for shopping. I need to hit your thrift stores! Love those goblets.

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  2. the cape on the cornerMarch 2, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    so lovely and springy! i wish spring was coming here-2 days of being in the 50's, but tomorrow is 37! crazy! can't wait for spring to finally get here.

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  3. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingMarch 2, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    Oh my goodness your table looks beautiful! Love the flowers, the dishes and the napkins and the napkin rings. Really just everything!!

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  4. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    Oh Granny, SPRING HAS SPRUNG!!
    Love your green and pink.The roses match your dishes, and the green checked placemats, just sets it off.(Hey I got a Spring Social for ya)
    ~Jo
    LazyonLoblolly

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  5. SueMarch 2, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Your tablescape is beautiful, I too have the Fransican Desert Rose, and enjoy it so much.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Sue

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  6. DebbiedoosMarch 2, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    I have enjoyed your Ode to Spring too...so very pretty!

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  7. SoutherncookMarch 2, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Anytime I see someone using a tablesetting using the Desert Rose pattern and I am quick to take a look. I have all of my mother's Desert Rose with many serving pieces but I rarely use it. I should do a table with it soon. I thought your table was absolutely beautiful. Don't you just love those little rosebud S&P's. I think they are my favoirte of my own set.

    Carolyn/A Sooutherners Notebook

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  8. NanaDianaMarch 2, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Oh ~ I LOVE your Ode To Spring. Your table is beautiful, as always. Wow! I am always so impressed with all you do when I come here. Hugs-Diana

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  9. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Hi Ginger! Oh, what a gorgeous table you've set! First that's a great knock off LB basket! Looks like a good sturdy one. I have those dishes too but I have some old and new pieces. But you're so right, the newer ones aren't the same.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  10. MarthaMarch 2, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    A very very pretty table. Desert Rose is such a pretty pattern! And I love primroses!

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  11. BabsMarch 2, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Love your Spring colors and your dining area is adorable. It sounds like you have some great thrift stores in Savannah. Have a happy Spring!

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  12. SharonMarch 2, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Beautiful tablescape. Thanks for sharing!

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  13. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 2, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Ginger, what a beautiful spring table with those wonderful green and white checked place mats. Love them.

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  14. VintagesouthernlifeMarch 2, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Love your Ode to Spring!That was a great buy on the basket and your table is beautiful!
    It's been warm here too but is going to cool off again for a few days.

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  15. The TablescaperMarch 2, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    Your table really makes me feel like Spring is here. Unfortunately in my part of the country we have a bit longer to wait, but we can pretend.

    - The Tablescaper

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  16. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesMarch 3, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    This is such a gorgeous tablescape, Ginger! Really beautiful...just feels so much like spring!

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  17. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 2:26 AM

    I love your shabby chic chargers they look fabulous with the Desert Rose.

    I dropped by to let you now that I have you a little shout out on my most recent post. Thanks for your inspiring work.

    Traci

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  18. LynnMarch 3, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    Very pretty table! Lovin' your new basket and chippy chargers, they are great! Enjoy the beautiful flowers:@)

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  19. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comMarch 3, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    Just beautiful- it looks like a spring day. The flowers are beautiful. Love those vintage napkins.

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  20. Miss CharMarch 3, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Beautiful table Ginger, everything looks so fresh and ready for spring. Your tables are always so inviting, I feel like I could sit right down and feel comfortable at your table. Thanks for sharing.

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  21. DonnieMarch 3, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    That is a lovely tablescape and your dishes a really pretty. Love when beautiful roses grace the center of the table.

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  22. ScribblerMarch 3, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    This made me very nostalgic -- my mother had Desert Rose. I gave it to a cousin who had some (she won't buy the new stuff either), so she was happy to have Mama's. This makes me wish I had kept some! I have looked everywhere for pretty green placemats, and I love your gingham ones. Beautiful table.

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  23. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    So lovely! Spring is in the air at your place! Great tablescape.

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  24. TriciaMarch 3, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Ginger, that first photo of the whole table was such a delight! Those green and white placemats are SO pretty -- and unexpected -- with your pretty Desert Rose dishes. The whole table is SO inviting! Those roses did inspire a great tablescape!

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  25. Linda @ A La CarteMarch 3, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    I love the vintage Desert Rose dishes but they are so pricey when I find them. One day I may own a few plates. Gorgeous table and beautiful roses! You really made it feel like Spring! hugs, Linda

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  26. AnonymousMarch 3, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Hey my Savannah Granny, I have tagged you over at LazyonLoblolly,
    because you are special to me.
    ~Jo
    LazyonLoblolly

    PS...pick me!pick me!pick me for your giveaway...teehee! teehee!

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  27. sandi collinsMarch 3, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    amazing, really beautiful

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  28. AnonymousMarch 3, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    What a fantabulous tribute to that elusive season of spring. Why it has to be so coy...

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  29. SarahMarch 3, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    What a lovely table! I think pink and green always makes a beautiful combination. The basket was a good buy and certainly a lovely piece. ~ Sarah

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  30. ChristieMarch 3, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    Oh I love your green gingham placemats on the table...beautiful tablescape...and such a wonderful way to welcome spring...
    Big hugs,
    Queenie

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  31. Designs on 47th StreetMarch 3, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    Hummmm, looks like I may have to be on the look out for these dishes too. I've seen these twice this week and they sure speak spring. I am in love with this tablescape. Really, really nice.
    Donna

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  32. Dee@FrenchBleuVintageMarch 4, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    What a gorgeous dining room ~ Im in love with your buffet. I wish mine could look as lovely, alas its usually covered with reclaimed items from the Flea Market that need to be polished then over to my store. So its a working room - oh well I will aspire:) Have a great weekend.

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  33. lindaMarch 4, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    omgosh what a lovely table setting i t is so pretty love the check mats with the lovely china and silverware and the white chargers the rose rings look real to me to.It is just such a welcoming setting.It would be wonderful to sit at such a lovely table:)ps i never seen chargers like that can i ask where you got them?hugs

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  34. AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Hi Ginger!
    Wow - can you set a table or what? It's all just so lovely - eye candy!!!!!
    Blessings and Hugs,
    Sabre'

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  35. Blue Ridge Altered ArtMarch 4, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Gorgeous tablescape. I love the napkin rings. My Grandmother had that set of dishes. Brought back fond memories. ~~Sherry~~

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  36. MarigeneMarch 4, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Beautiful spring table...pink and green go so well together.

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  37. KarenMarch 4, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Beautiful table in my favorite colors, just beautiful.

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  38. Ms. Bake-itMarch 4, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Hello Ginger,

    I enjoyed your oder to spring! Your table is quite lovely. I would not have passed up that basket either. I like your chargers too.

    ~ Tracy

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  39. UnknownMarch 4, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Your table looks divine and those rose napkin rings are more realistic than my roses in my backyard!! Love it-I'm your newest follower-stop over for a visit-Claire

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  40. KarieMarch 4, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    What a beautiful tablesetting. I love the dishes. I have seen them many time in friends homes and I just love them. Looks like spring is coming your way. But where I live it is far away. .. Big storm coming this weekend. Thanks for sharing. Karie

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  41. GailMarch 5, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Very beautiful table setting, everything is so pretty together, and those roses are wonderful and for free, wowzers.
    Happy PS
    Gail

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  42. Deborah Kay at The Paint SplashMarch 5, 2011 at 2:25 AM

    Beautiful table and flowers. I am looking forward to our trees budding. It's finally warming up and we are getting lots of rain which is great for the lake we live on! HPS

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  43. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMarch 5, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    What a gorgeous tablescape!! What really caught my eye are those stunning charger plates!! HPS!!

    HUGS,
    Debbie

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  44. UnknownMarch 5, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    What a beautiful table you set. Your tastes are delightful and I enjoyed the blog so much.

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  45. LADY JANEMarch 5, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Dear Granny...I love it! First off your bloghome is beautiful and I love your tablescape...whats for lunch my dear? I am so ready for spring! So wonderful to meet you and I'll be back soon! Happy Pink Saturday!

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  46. Ladybird LnMarch 5, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    What a beautiful place setting! I really enjoy your blog, and I spotlighted it today, and gave you a little award here.

    http://ladybirdln.blogspot.com/2011/03/award-and-15-of-my-most-fav-blogs.html

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  47. The Charm of HomeMarch 5, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Ginger,
    This is gorgeous! I love all of it. I could see this in Southern Living. I love the dinnerware, the placemats, the flowers, and the silver. It is a beautiful "Ode to Spring" table Ginger. Thanks for linking it up and showing us.
    Sherry

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  48. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 5, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous table!!! I love all the pretty details!! The dishes and flatware are just beautiful! Thanks for sharing this at FNF! :)

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  49. Gabriela Delworth - Adult Learning & DevelopmentMarch 5, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday!


    Beautiful table setting and decorations!


    ~ Gabriela ~

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  50. KathleenMarch 5, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    That looks beautiful! And the basket was a good buy!

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  51. The TablescaperMarch 5, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    Thanks for being a part of Seasonal Sundays.

    - The Tablescaper

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  52. BeckyMarch 6, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    Your table is just gorgeous! I love your Desert Rose. And everything just goes together so well!

    Becky

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  53. MarlisMarch 6, 2011 at 1:05 AM

    Great find on the basket. I love your table. And you are right on about the vintage plates. they are lovely. Great table. thanks for sharing.

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  54. Andrea TablescapeMarch 6, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Coveting the white lacy plates you have used here as chargers! BEAUTIFUL and very different than most!
    -Andrea (not too far away in Macon!)

    http://tablescapex3.blogspot.com

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  55. Mid-Atlantic MarthaMarch 6, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Ginger -- this is so pretty! I love pink and green so your table makes my heart sing! Thanks for your sweet visit.

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  56. Bargain Decorating with LaurieMarch 6, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    Ginger, your table is beautiful! I "heart" those napkin rings (I thought it was a real rose when I first saw it). The greens and pinks are so pretty together, and I love those chargers too. Thank you for linking this beautiful table to Favorite Things. (I also really like your chandelier in this room - I have a thing about chandeliers). laurie

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  57. AnonymousMarch 7, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Wow, Ginger! You truly are busy with all of the beautiful things. I love stopping by your home because there is always something going on. She's also an awesome cook and knows how to use power tools...keep it up!
    Val

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  58. Tablescapes By DianeMarch 7, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Hi lovely lady.
    I love your Gorgeous Tablescape so Beautiful sweet lady. I would love to have your Dishes, I love the colors with in ~~~ looks like spring is in your lovely room !!!You did a Beautiful Job putting it all Together !!!
    xxoo
    Diane

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  59. Love the Decor!March 7, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    so so beautiful I love longeberger and that is a close look alike!! Love the dishes as well my mom had an entire set some newer and many from my great granny

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  60. FarahMarch 8, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    Hello Ginger...

    Its beautiful table, one of my favourite green colour... and your napkins are beautiful...I love crochet napkins... recently I bought some ... Dessert rose dinner plate is pretty one...
    Hope you will enjoy your visit if you can spare a little bit to see some napkin folds at
    http://craftaworld.blogspot.com/
    Love
    Farah

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  61. taryn s ryan photographyMarch 9, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    I LOVE your style of table setting!! The pink and green and floral look is exactly what I love. Thank you for showing us your beautiful table!

    : ) Taryn

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