Before the holidays are over, I will probably have set four or
five different tables. Essentially, it's a variation on the same theme. In each
new setting, I'll swap out one or two things to give the table an entirely new
look, make the table bigger by putting a sheet of plywood on top of the
existing table in order to more comfortably seat six, substitute a dish or two,
or add additional grandness to the centerpiece.
This first table is called "Lunch with Santa." The Santa plates are
very special. They belonged to my mother for many years. I didn't want to
disturb dad's household after she passed away, so I didn't mention to dad that
I really wanted to have them. Five years have now passed, and I really wanted
to see Santa's sweet face once again, so asked dad, and he was only too happy
to give them to me. So this table is very near and dear to my heart.
Because I like to mix the old with the new, I bought the leafy placemats from Pier
1 just this season. In the past, I would get fresh greenery to spread out on
the buffet beneath the serving dishes, as well as run it down the middle of the
dining table. The problem with this is that it dries out rather quickly, and
can become a bit of a mess. When I saw these placemats, I knew that they would
make a wonderful substitute for my fresh greenery, and they do. I love the
look. I also love the red bells on each one of them.
The reindeer I've had for many years, and use them time and time again. Because
they are so simple, they go with absolutely everything.
The silver houses I made a couple of years ago, and you can see them here.
There's a set of three, but the biggest one was too big for this table, so it
will be a part of a new centerpiece on the expanded version of this table.
You may (or may not) have noticed the black plaid placemats. I love these. This
is a purchase I will never regret, because I can use these for almost every
holiday. Let's face it, if I can use them for Christmas, I can use them
anytime. They provide a wonderful backdrop for my colorful place setting, and
look equally good with the plaid napkins, also new from Pier One this
year.
You may be able to see my new hutch in the background. I am absolutely in love
with this wall unit, and been having a wonderful time decorating each one of
the shelves. It is exactly what I needed and wanted, and I couldn't be happier.
Red plates, placemats, napkins, and red truck - Pier One
Flatware - Target
Green glasses - Villeroy & Bach
Pillow, twig reindeer - Pottery Barn
Santa Plates - Fitz & Floyd
Red plates, placemats, napkins, and red truck - Pier One
Flatware - Target
Green glasses - Villeroy & Bach
Pillow, twig reindeer - Pottery Barn
Santa Plates - Fitz & Floyd
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