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Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Winter Blues

Winter blues in my tablescape today that is, in the form of fake flowers and a floral table runner.  When there are no flowers to pick, this variety gives my home and instant pick-me-up.

The most timeless combination of blue and white would cheer even the most winter weary soul.  

  White ironstone by Hotel Balfour available at TJ Maxx.

Ruffles are so flirty.  They hang there all billowy teasing you at the table's edge.

 I will link to:
Tablescape Thursday  at Between Naps on the Porch
Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home
Feather Your Nest Friday at French Country Cottage
My Favorite Things at Bargain Hunting and Chatting with Laurie
Go and visit these great blogs.

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32 comments:

  1. Brenda PruittJanuary 12, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    I love the way the light plays across the table there. That is truly a timeless color combination for elegance.
    Brenda

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  2. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Oh it looks so fresh and inviting. I love it. Beautiful. Hugs, Marty

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  3. Becca BertottiJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    So pretty! I have those same lovely dishes in gold. Gotta love TJMaxx! Thanks for sharing your lovely tablescape!

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  4. Ann@A Sentimental LifeJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    quiet elegance.....love your table runners you made!

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  5. Rose M. RodriguezJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Hi Sherry, as always your table scape is a charm! I use much these dishes for dinner, because the white color is striking and the runner you've made a nice, gives a delicate touch to the table. Thank God there are artificial flowers are a great resolve, right? for me are essential, as the plants here are more tropical. Great job, blessings, Rose Marie

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  6. TheresaJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Thanks for popping in I am so glad you enjoyed the flower photography. I can see you are brightening up your winter days too! Lovely~
    I am smitten & inspired with your table runners!
    Hugs, Theresa

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  7. DebbieJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    When you start with that adorable runner that you made, the rest is just gravy! I agree about ruffles being flirty. I hadn't thought of it before.

    Just a great table to chase the winter blues away.

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  8. LynnJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    What a beautiful setting Sherry! Lovin' the plates and the runner is great-enjoy:@)

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  9. ErinJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Very pretty and I love the runner!

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  10. Blondie's JournalJanuary 12, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Very, very pretty, Sherry. I love your candlesticks and your pitcher. And the runner you made is just so sweet!

    XO,
    Jane

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  11. SueJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    I love those plates! You can do so many different things with them! You can never go wrong with blue and white! Very pretty!

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  12. xinexJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    I really love this. It is so simple and yet so perfectly beautiful...Christine

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  13. AbbyJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    So pretty, I love your dishes with the pops of blue and the runner!
    I am a white dish girl too!

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  14. DonnieJanuary 13, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    It's hard to believe your flowers are fake in th ephoto. Everything looks lovely.

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  15. The Quintessential MagpieJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    It just goes to show you that good silks can fool anyone. I thought they were real, Sherry. Amazing. Loved this very soothing table. And your runner with its flirty ruffle is so cute. Just perfect.

    Happy Tablescape Thursday...

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

    P.S. I adore your header! That bear, oh that bear!

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  16. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Sherry, I love your new banner and I love that table setting. Your burlap table runner is so romantic..I truly love it..

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  17. Decor To AdoreJanuary 13, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Loved your red gingham hearts! Your table looks amazing!

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  18. On Crooked CreekJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Sherry,
    What a lovely tablescape. Your title is so fitting for our Season. I wasn't sure, is your runner homemade or purchased somewhere? Thank you for sharing such loveliness with us!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  19. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    So simple and perfect! Love that blue ruffle!

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  20. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    So sweet....you always have a knack for putting together such simple arrangements that look so pretty together. Your table looks very homey and inviting! Hopefully someday soon there will be blue skies to go with your blue tablescape.

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  21. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Love the runner with the long ruffle..It's all very pretty my friend..Hugs and smiles Gloria

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  22. maleahblissJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    I just wanted to let you know that I nominated you for a Stylish Blogger Award!! Come on over to accept! :)

    LittleEme.blogspot.com

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  23. Kim @ Starshine ChicJanuary 14, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    I love this!!! Love the runner! And I have those same plates in white & blue.

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  24. Nellie's Cozy PlaceJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Love your beautiful plates, I have admired them in all different colors at Home Goods. I have some similiar from Target and I love love love them both. So pretty!!
    Really like your table runner too, very pretty.
    Nice winter table hon,
    blessings, Nellie

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  25. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJanuary 14, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Hi There~ What a delightful setting~ such a pretty runner and the plates are so beautiful! Love them-Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  26. ......Michele @ Portlandia VintageJanuary 15, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    Very inviting! I'm ready to stop by!

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  27. UnknownJanuary 15, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Your table is lovely. The runner is so pretty as are all the dishes. You did a great job!

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  28. UnknownJanuary 15, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    Oh, how I love blue and white....so soothing to the eye. A simply BEAUTIFUL table :)

    Blessings!
    Gail

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  29. Entertaining WomenJanuary 15, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Wonderful lighting for a tablescape featuring my favorite blue and white. The runner is really special. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay

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  30. Dee@FrenchBleuVintageJanuary 16, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Simply lovely ~ very easy on the eyes. Just what I need on this frigid morning, warms the soul:)

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  31. Bargain Decorating with LaurieJanuary 16, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    This is so pretty. I love the print ruffle on your runner, and your china pattern is beautiful. Thank you so much for linking to Favorite Things. laurie

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  32. SarahJanuary 17, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    I'm late for this post, but wanted to say how lovely this table is. Love that gorgeous runner.

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