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After nearly two decades of setting St. Patrick's Day tables, I've learned that creativity often sparks from what you already have. This year’s table is a testament to that, blending elements from a gorgeous Valentine’s Day bouquet, Mardi Gras leftovers, and a dash of fresh inspiration.

The star of the show this year is a vibrant buffalo plaid shamrock tablecloth - a new addition that's both budget-friendly and no-iron, promising many more St. Paddy's celebrations. 

The centerpiece was an adventure in itself. I repurposed a green top hat into a stunning floral arrangement, stripping away the greenery and white flowers from my Valentine's bouquet.

 

This not only created a focal point for the table but allowed me to craft additional arrangements, spreading the botanical joy throughout my home. A sprinkle of faux flowers helped fill out the display, blending seamlessly with the fresh blooms.  

The gold coins from last week's Mardi Gras table have found a new life here, alongside the gold flatware, chargers, and green napkins, proving once again how versatile festive items can be. To make each place setting stand out against the busy backdrop of the tablecloth, I opted for lime green placemats. On these, I've layered gold chargers with square black plates, crowned by the charming Bordallo Pinheiro Majolica Green Geranium Leaf salad plates, on top of which are Franciscan Ivy pattern appetizer plates. The pièce de résistance? Adorable lime green Le Creuset cocottes, ideal for serving a comforting starter of potato leek soup, perfectly suiting the St. Patrick's Day spirit. 

The tableware is rounded out with wine glasses from Pier One, years old yet timeless, and striking emerald green, pressed glass water glasses from Amazon. A touch of elegance is added with the Franciscan Ivy pattern cups and saucers.

 

St. Patrick's Day is not just one of my favorite foodie holidays; it's a celebration of color, creativity, and the joy of green - my favorite hue. Who could resist the allure of corned beef, the charm of a themed table, and the fun of weaving old into new? So grab your best St. Patrick’s Day shirt, and join me. Here's to another year of festive dining and inventive table setting!

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This post is linked to: Tablescape Thursday