Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Tablescape Thursday - It's Snow Romantic!


It's Tablescape Thursday again! I didn't think I was going to get to play this week because of a busy weekend schedule -- but when it started to sleet and snow this afternoon they closed the buildings at 4:30 (since we have classes from 9am to 9 pm -- I usually work until 6 on Wednesdays) and then choir practice was cancelled -- so I decided to do a last minute table -- full of snow romance!










Welcome to our snow and ice table.
















A place for you!















Winter romance centerpiece

























Our couple gaze loveingly into each others eyes.


















Don't you love a smooth dip?



















The birds gather to watch the waltz.


















The trees are beginning to be covered in snow.




















Tea lights in mercury votives




















Layered snowflake tealight holder over depression glass saucer.




















A better view of the glass snowflake.




















Depression glass saucer.




















Sheer white napkin over white cloth napkin - white ceramic bow napkin ring.




















Layers of dishes and silverware.




















A reflection of the etched glass on the knife.




















Etched glass water and wine glasses.




















Glass salad bowls.




















Over a crystal plate layered over a snowflake and the white Gibson dinner plate.




















Tabletop overview.




















Centerpiece overview.




















A lovely Winter's ball.




















Let's dim the lights.......




















....and let the lover's waltz begin.











Goodnight from our snowy table.


Be sure to visit our hostess Susan of "Between Naps On The Porch" to see lots of talented tabletop designers.


See ya!

(I forgot to take this week's picture of my paperwhite -- only one of the bulbs seems to have decided to grow -- I get another picture up next week)
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47 comments:

  1. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    Love your snowy table! It's so pretty!

    Blessings,
    Kathy

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  2. DebbieJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    That is the cutest snowman centerpiece I've seen! It's just cheerful. So glad you got to play this week. And so IMPRESSED that you could put together such a pretty table so quickly.

    I'm bowing out this week and just enjoying some inspiration.

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  3. KathleenJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    How pretty, Martha! Love that cute snow couple. Since it has been snowing quite regularly since Cmas, the snow couple here would be arguing about who was going to go shovel the latest foot of snow! :) It gets old pretty fast!
    I love how everything shines and shimmers. Just lovely!

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  4. suzyqJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Wow, I just love those little bow napkin rings! I wish they were mine...
    Suzyq

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  5. Slice of PieJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    this is a very pretty table ... love the dancers ... love the soup/salad bowls ... the pattern looks like it was made to specifically go with your silverware ... very, very nice. Thanks for sharing this beautiful tablescape ... and thanks for visiting me. See ya next week!

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  6. DeannaJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Martha,
    You did super!
    Love the theme and how you decorated your table with clear dishes and white. Snowy and icy pretty.

    The snowflake dish is sweet!
    d from homehaven

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  7. MarlisJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    aah and you set a place just for me and I am sooo honored.. Your table is exquisite. the lovebirds in the center are charming. I love the crystal and the napkins and the napkin rings and the dishes.. oh it's all so wonderful. a true winter wonderland.

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  8. Alycia NicholsJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    You did this "last minute"??? You are GOOD, girl! I LOVE the dancing snowpeople! How sweet! It truly IS romantic! Great glass salad bowls, too! I hope you have a good week. Please be careful in all that nasty weather! We're expecting tolerable temps for the next couple of days, thank goodness! Hope it blows your way soon!

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  9. Pam - @diy Design FanaticJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Beautiful!!! I love your glasses and your glass salad bowls! So pretty!

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  10. The Charm of HomeJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Very pretty Martha. I love your snowmen and I also love the all white color with the ice/glass. Very frosty and perfect for all of this weather we have been having.
    Sherry

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  11. LanaJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    I love your beautiful snow and ice table! truly gorgeous with all the white and crystal!!!
    Fantastic job!!!

    You're always such a sweetheart!!

    Thanks so much for your kind comment on my post!!

    Hugs/blessings,
    Lana

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  12. Chari at Happy To DesignJanuary 26, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Hi Martha...

    Well first of all, your little snowman couple is just adorable...I love it! They really make a pretty centerpiece for your "Snow Romantic" table, my friend! I just love the all white and pretty crystal...gorgeous and so elegant...and very romantic too...if I might add! I loved the pretty salad bowls and the little snowflake candleholders! Ohhh...and your table linens are just gorgeous! And...those pretty little white porcelain bow napkin rings didn't escape me either...love those! Such a pretty table, my friend...thank you for sharing it with us! I'm glad that you got a little time off so you could play! Hehe!

    I also wanted to thank you for stopping by and taking a peek at my silver tablescape today! I always enjoy your visits and sweet notes, my friend! Thank you!

    Warmest winter wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  13. Marie RaynerJanuary 26, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    Martha, I do love seeing what you come up with each week! I am always amazed at your creativity! Well done again! I love this!

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  14. xinexJanuary 27, 2011 at 12:55 AM

    Hi Martha! Your dancing snowmen are so cute! And I love all your cut glass and crystals, so sparkly!..Christine

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  15. bjJanuary 27, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    I love your beautiful table, Martha.
    The waltzing snowmen are too cute.
    Love it every bit.

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  16. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)January 27, 2011 at 5:52 AM

    Oh so pretty Martha!
    I just think that centerpiece is about the cutest thing!
    It does look like their at a winter ball!
    Cindy

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    Beautiful winter table, Martha.

    I love the snow couple!

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  18. TriciaJanuary 27, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    What an adorable romantic snow couple! All your pretty crystal creates such a sparkly and inviting table! I am impressed that you managed to set a table AND prepare a post so quickly!

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  19. Jewel SaulsJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Beautiful snowy table! I love how you put the snowflake on the white glass and covered it with the glass plate!

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  20. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    Love your tablescape. The use of the clear glass is just wonderful and your centerpiece with the snow couple is fabulous. Gorgeous tablescape. Hugs, Marty

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  21. Sharon HaynieJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Such a pretty post-so sparkly! I am in love with the dancing snowman and lady. They are darling! Thanks for sharing on such a snowy day!

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  22. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    How pretty Martha! A little Snowmance going on! Love your choice of dishes and your tablecloth is beautiful! Stay warm.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  23. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)January 27, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Girlfriend, I'm just swoonin' over that precious little snowdancers centerpiece. Your settings always are just the best and blows me away. It just sparkles in the candlelit glow.

    God bless ya sweetie and have a fantastic day!!!

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  24. STILLMAGNOLIAJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Your depression glass saucer is boopee..I have a covered butter dish just like it. I loved this table and would have loved to have had it last night for some romantic anniversary dinner...but alas...was so sick...I slept on the couch and we had hotdogs....you know you have been married a while when.....have a good week my friend.

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  25. The Quintessential MagpieJanuary 27, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    This is lovely, Martha, with all of the depression glass. And I adore that centepiece. It's as cute as can be! A super winter tablescape...

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  26. MaryJanuary 27, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    This is a very pretty table scape! I would like to invite you to link this up to my new link party, Masterpiece Monday, at Boogieboard Cottage. The link will be up all week. Take care, Mary :O)

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  27. LoriJanuary 27, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Did you know you have no comment reply on your blog profile? Anywho, I went back to my dollar tree for more biscotti.... sadly all gone, now I have to ration what I have left. Thanks for stopping by and fix that reply thingy. Go to your profile and edit.

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  28. Linda (More Fun Less Laundry)January 27, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Martha, this table must have been beautiful to sit at with the candlelight reflecting in all the glass! Those snowmen are so romantic doing their waltz, with the love birds watching! Very nice! Linda

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  29. Sunny Simple LifeJanuary 27, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    That is the cutest little snowmen dancing centerpiece. I've never seen anything like it.

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  30. Pinky at Designs by PinkyJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Oh how sweet it is!!! The snow couple are adorable, waltzing the night away! WE ahve SNOW like crazy so this would be a perfect atble here too. Thanks for sharing. XO, Pinky

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  31. Anita DiazJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    I just love all that white! I really love the etched stemware! That is just gorgeous. Beautiful table!!

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  32. Lori @ Dining DelightJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    So cute with the snow couple dancing! Love how you made romance for V's day mix with a snow theme! Great idea to put a snowflake under a clear plate, that creates the "matching" dishes for the theme without spending lots or having storage issues!

    DD

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  33. Debbie@Mountain BreathsJanuary 28, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    What a lovely winter's ball table! And to think you put it together at the last minute! Beautiful table, and I like how you used clear glass and crystal to make it look "icy". Great job!

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  34. Luncheons at the JunctionJanuary 28, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    Martha, this is so very pretty. I just love the little dancing snowmen - so romantic!

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  35. MaryJanuary 28, 2011 at 4:21 AM

    Love your waltzing snow couple! Your etching reflection in your knife is one of my favorite details on your wintry table!

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  36. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Love this snow and ice,beautiful!
    ~Jo
    LazyonLoblolly

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  37. Chubby ChiequeJanuary 28, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Hello Lady M,

    I drool, I drool & I drool while browsing down your TS. What a FAB treasures! I really love the snowflakes bowl & your flatwares. & specially your centerpiece. PRETTY!!! (am shouting).

    TY for so much inspiration that I can bring back home §;-)

    Have a blessed w/end,
    /chie

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  38. MarigeneJanuary 28, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    I love your white and crystal table...the snow people are adorable.

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  39. Entertaining WomenJanuary 28, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Your wonderful crystal pieces make your snow table dance delightfully. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay

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  40. Tablescapes By DianeJanuary 29, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Hi lovely lady.
    Your Tablescape is just Beauitiful !!1 I love the white and crystal with your snow people for your centerpiece so sweet just like you ~~~ I hope you and your family have a great weekend !!
    Diane

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  41. DiannJanuary 29, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Just beautiful Martha! I love those glass bowls! This past summer I got a set of 4 of the depression glass saucers you showed for only $1.00. I was so excited. I put the box in the back seat. When I went to get them out, the box slid and crashed to the pavement. All were broken! I was so crushed!

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  42. LisaJanuary 29, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    So pretty! You've reminded me that I bought some clear glass dinnerware ages ago and have not used it in FOREVER! Your tablescape is so gorgeous... I've got to get mine out and use it!

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  43. Fifi FlowersJanuary 29, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    The snow people look to be having a very romantic time!

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  44. BethJanuary 31, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Martha, I love your table! The crystal and silver and white look very elegant. Love your flatware and your etched stemware - really, everything is just so pretty all together.
    Blessings, Beth

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  45. AngelaJanuary 31, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Lovely! Your little snow people are too sweet!

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  46. Wsprsweetly Of CottagesJanuary 31, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    What a lovely Winter table you have set! This is an area I am very weak in..so I look closely at everything you do. Practice? I suppose that's the answer...but..just not too secure doing it.
    Hugs to you, sweet friend!
    Mona

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  47. GloriaFebruary 7, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    This is just so magical, Martha -- Snow and Ice... lovely! I really love the centerpiece and the little tree, and those napkin holders are adorable. Beautiful tablescape, Martha!
    Best,
    Gloria

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