Wednesday, March 2, 2011

IT'S SPRING AT MY HOUSE!!!

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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"








61 comments:

Debbie said...

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.

the cape on the corner said...

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.

Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking said...

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

Anonymous said...

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

Sue said...

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

Debbiedoos said...

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

Southerncook said...

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

NanaDiana said...

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

Anonymous said...

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 ;)

Martha said...

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

Babs said...

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!

Sharon said...

Beautiful tablescape. Thanks for sharing!

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

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

Vintagesouthernlife said...

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.

The Tablescaper said...

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

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said...

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

Unknown said...

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

Lynn said...

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

PAINTORDIG.blogspot.com said...

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

Miss Char said...

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.

Donnie said...

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

Scribbler said...

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.

Unknown said...

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

Tricia said...

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!

Linda @ A La Carte said...

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

Anonymous said...

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!

sandi collins said...

amazing, really beautiful

Anonymous said...

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

Sarah said...

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

Queenie's Vintage Finds said...

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

Designs on 47th Street said...

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

Dee@FrenchBleuVintage said...

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.

linda said...

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

Anonymous said...

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

Blue Ridge Altered Art said...

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

Marigene said...

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

Karen said...

Beautiful table in my favorite colors, just beautiful.

Ms. Bake-it said...

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

Unknown said...

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

Karie said...

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

Gail said...

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

Deborah Kay at The Paint Splash said...

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

Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

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

HUGS,
Debbie

Unknown said...

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

LADY JANE said...

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!

Ladybird Ln said...

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

The Charm of Home said...

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

Courtney ~ French Country Cottage said...

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

Gabriela Delworth - Instructional Designer said...

Happy Pink Saturday!


Beautiful table setting and decorations!


~ Gabriela ~

Kathleen said...

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

The Tablescaper said...

Thanks for being a part of Seasonal Sundays.

- The Tablescaper

Becky said...

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

Becky

Marlis said...

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.

Andrea Tablescape said...

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

Mid-Atlantic Martha said...

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

Bargain Decorating with Laurie said...

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

Anonymous said...

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

Tablescapes By Diane said...

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

Love the Decor! said...

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

Farah said...

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

taryn s ryan photography said...

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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