Wednesday, August 17, 2011

A Beachy Setting

We are headed back to the beach for a few days, so as I'm thinking about getting my things ready to go, I decided to do a quick beachy scape for this week.  The summer has flown by, it seems, but I'm not quite ready to give it up.  We will spend a few days at North Myrtle enjoying the company of family, specifically our son, who is headed to college in a little over a week.

I love this runner from Pottery Barn.  It was the last one they had, and I couldn't resist.

The place setting consisted of woven chargers from Target, Gibson white plate, and these fun luncheon-sized plates with coral and shells.  I found them at an antique mall, and they are made in Italy.  I love their shape!  The shell bowls were purchased at GW. 


On one side, I used a large glass shell with smaller glass shells inside adorned with a starfish and a hurricane globe with sand, shells, and candle.


On the other side, I used a rattan candleholder, and coral on a stand.  Can't remember where they were purchased, probably TJ Maxx.

I found these cute little votives at Michaels last year.

This large shell came from Pottery Barn years ago.  I added small pebbles, shells, and votives.


Stems were purchased at Tuesday Morning.



Just a few more, at night...





Have a great week!  Thanks for visiting with me, I hope to visit with you soon.  I appreciate your kind comments!!
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25 comments:

  1. TraciAugust 17, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    Great setting! I love the beach!

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  2. The Charm of HomeAugust 17, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    What a pretty table! Love the runner.
    Sherry

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  3. MarigeneAugust 17, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Great table...love the octagonal luncheon plates. Where ever did you find those cute tiny glass shells?

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  4. DianeAugust 17, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Very beautifully done. I can hear the beach waves from here! Diane

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  5. LizabethAugust 17, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Oh that is a very cool centerpiece! What a great bunch of ideas you came up with! I just picked up the farm wire votives at Pottery Barn that are a lot like yours except no shells and the color. Those are adorable....Love the table runner and the woven candle holder...great textures for the beach look!

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  6. Denise at Forest ManorAugust 17, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    This really is the prettiest tablescape! I like all the shades of brown combined with the pale pinks in the seashells. I love the tablerunner, the centerpiece, the chargers and plates, and the darling salt and pepper shakers. Great table!

    Denise

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  7. Mid-Atlantic MarthaAugust 17, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Oh how pretty! Love the soft beachy look --- enjoy your last days of summer at the beach!

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  8. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)August 17, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    I love your gorgeous setting! The brown-pink colour combination is beautiful. Great beach look.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  9. a quiet lifeAugust 17, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    cute table, love your wee little glass shells~

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  10. MarlisAugust 17, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    love love love those candleholders and the other lovely beach themed pieces. your table is a vision of loveliness. xo marlis

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  11. Shannon@ Cozy Home ScenesAugust 18, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    I don't live anywhere near a beach but seeing your beach themed table almost makes me think I'm there. Really good job! Shannon

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  12. JacquelineAugust 18, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Beach themed tables must be the pattern this week as I have one and have visited several others. You have some fantastic items on this lovely table. That chunky woven candle holder is just spectacular. I love the coral plates too. It makes me so sad to see it all end.

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  13. MaryAugust 18, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    This is beautiful~ I adore your coral plates & admired your runner at PB...I wish I hadn't resisted! Have a wonderful time with the sand between your toes :-)

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  14. UnknownAugust 18, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    I love your dishes! The whole table says beach to me....Blessings My Friend,

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  15. BarbaraAugust 18, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Lovely! I just love all the textures on this table. They are so appealing!

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  16. Summer for SwedeAugust 18, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    The plates with the coral on them really make this tablesetting great. Also liked how you put a grouping of votives inside the larger presentation shell.

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  17. Karin Şen CankanAugust 18, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Love the runner, love the dishes, love the centrepiece oooo I love all of it.

    Beautiful table

    Hugs,
    Karin Şen Cankan
    Karinsfairytale.blogspot.com

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  18. xinexAugust 18, 2011 at 11:42 PM

    What a pretty tablescape! I really love those plates...Christine

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  19. Alycia NicholsAugust 19, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Those octagonal plates are really great! So unusual in both shape and design! Great find!!! I love the close ups of the starfish. He looks as if he's kicking up his little foot and doin' a little dance! :-)

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  20. CareyAugust 19, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Love it. Those plates are perfect, love the red coral and white shell on it. The runner goes perfectly with this setting. Love the big shell with the sand in it also. Just so beachy.
    Have a great weekend.
    Carey

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  21. niartistAugust 19, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    GORGEOUS!!! Just beautiful, what time should I arrive? LOL! I love your setting, and the china is just glorious. You always do such a good job with these tablescapes - inspirational for sure!

    Listen, I have a new series on my blog called: "A Picture is Worth ..." I'm trying to get back to posting pictures about my house, and I'd love it if you'd come by and see the bar in the dining room! :)

    xo,
    A

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  22. Yvonne @ StoneGableAugust 19, 2011 at 10:26 PM

    Everything carries your beautiful beach theme out to sand-and-sun perfection. Those plates are so unique and give a punch of coral color that makes each place setting stand out!
    ANd talk about a sandbox of a centerpiece! Like torches on the beach.
    Your table makes me long for a beach chair and a cool libation!
    Wonderful attention to detail!
    Yvonne

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  23. Lissa (Bellenza)August 20, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Such a lovely runner! And with the interplay of all the textures (sand, shells, rattan, fabric), your tablescape is a truly pretty sight!

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  24. CNMAugust 20, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    I love the runner. I've never seen anything at Pottery Barn I didn't like. And the candleholder is amazing! Thanks for sharing!

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  25. Richard CottrellSeptember 6, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    Your table is divine and makes me want to get to the beach, right away. I am your newest follower and thanks for being mine. Richard from My Old Historic House.

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