Sunday, July 24, 2011

Beachy Tablescape

It's tablescape time again. We've been so hot here as have many of you. So, let's go to the beach to cool off.




Welcome to my surf, sand and shell table.


Come and join us.



Instead of napkin rings....we'll use napkin starfish.



A sheer aqua tablecloth layered over a white one.



A very simple centerpiece of starfish, shells, sand, tea lights and candle.



A closer peek.



White battenburg napkins on white Gibson dishes.



I found these etched iced tea glasses at Goodwill a few weeks ago. The coasters are just like ones my grandmother had and used with her iced tea spoons. These are a perfect resting place for the spoons after you've used them. My placemat/trays were ordered from Nell Hill last summer.



A closer look at the glasses -- there were only five...I guess that's why someone was getting rid of them. Ok by me!



I love this shell pitcher in the summer time.




Overviews of the table and centerpiece.




Hope you're finding great ways to stay cool this summer....perhaps some cool ocean breezes are blowing your way. I hope you'll find time to visit Susan at "Between Naps on the Porch" this week for many tablescapes of summertime inspiration.

Good night from the beach! (I wish)

See ya!

29 comments:

  1. This is fabulous! I love everything about this tablescape, from the plates, shells for everything, shell pitcher, great centerpiece and place mats!! Very summery, Martha and you have such wonderful shell collection for decor!
    Lots of hugs. FABBY

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  2. My aunt had coasters like these...I've not seen them since I was a child! What a find!

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  3. Very pretty, I can almost feel the sea breeze.
    Those coasters are new too me. Very interesting and practical.

    Please drop by my blog and check out my Bunny Hop Party that I will be hosting, starting in August.

    xoxo Bunny Jean

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  4. I love the overhead view of it, so wonderful. The basket chargers give it just the right feel. The coasters with spoon rest are so useful. And your idea of a 'napkin starfish' made me smile, it is a great plate topper.

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  5. FAbulous Martha! I just adore your tealight holders and that beautiful jug!! You do this so very well! xxoo

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  6. Hello:
    what great fun all of this is and so imaginatively and carefully thought out and co-ordinated. An absolutely splendid arrangement for a summer lunch party, and even more so by the sea.

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  7. So pretty! I really love the etched glasses you found and those cool AND functional coasters! The simple centerpiece speaks to me, too. Well done!

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  8. Martha, I think the heat wave inspired both of us! I love those coasters - my aunt used to have some just like them and I always loved the spoon rest built in! Thanks for a relaxing trip to the beach!

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  9. Hi Martha! Oh, another lovely table! Love your beachy theme! The starfish as so cute.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  10. Tons of great details in this--I love that shell pitcher!!!! And the battenburg lace napkins....and you found some awesome glasses!!!! 5 would be perfect for me, too!!!!

    Love/hugs/blessings,
    Lana

    PS I hope that you, please, get a chance to stop by my blog and leave a comment to enter my first giveaway!!!

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  11. What a beautiful tablescape! I love the look of the shells against the white backdrop. It makes me feel like I am at the beach.

    Jane
    frugalfineliving.com
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  12. Beautiful is the word! Great great details! Everything looks so elegant and summery here! Thanks for sharing:)
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  13. Such a pretty tablescape. It's perfect for summer. I'm fascinated by the coasters...how cool is that? I've never seen anything like them.

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  14. Wonderful beachy tablescape! I agree about setting a limit and not looking back. I've decided to share tips about eBay a few at a time. So many people are intimidated about it. Thanks for stopping by my my post. Cherry Kay

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  15. This is wonderful. I love the shells. And i like the shades of brown. I'd love to sit with you and chat for at bit over this table.. Your new glasses are beautiful. I bet you can find some more.. thanks for sharing, xo marlis

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  16. Hi,

    I'm back, been a while since I've done a tablescape!

    Love your beachy tablescape! Great glasses, and those coasters are wonderful!

    Love that shell pitcher too!

    Katherine

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  17. I love all the starfish on this table. What's really interesting to me is the way they are all so unique. Those etched glasses are wonderful too. I wish I could find something that pretty at our GW.

    All the way around, I just loved it.

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  18. Hello, Miss Martha! I have never seen coasters with the spoon rest like that before. Cool!!! It makes so much sense! There's never a place to put the teaspoon after it has been used. Score!!!

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  19. I've never seen coasters with spoon rests either, but how practical. Love your summery, beachy tablescape. I especially love the starfish on top of the napkins. What time is lunch?

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  20. Shell pichter just loved it.

    Wonderful table set for summer.

    Thank you for sharing.

    Lots of Love,
    Karin Şen Cankan
    karinsfairytale.blogspot.com

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  21. Hi- I love the two table linens...soft aqua on top of the white like the colors of the sky!
    I like all the details, the shell votives and the centerpiece....but most of all the coasters with the spoon rest! What a smart idea!

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  22. I adore your shell pitcher! Beautiful shell table..I can almost hear the waves rolling in!

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  23. Hi lovely lady.
    Your Tablescape is Beautiful sweet lady.
    I also love your shell pitcher!! It makes me feel like I am at the Beach.. Thanks so much for your sweet comment on my new Tablescape, and have a great weekend.
    xxoo Diane

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  24. I love your beachy table. I especially love the shell pitcher. Wish I were at the beach too,:)

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  25. Such a fun table. Love those chargers!

    - The Tablescaper

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  26. Perfect setting...love last pic. I love place mats, costers and shell pitcher is cool...following you.

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  27. This looks so beachy. Just perfect for hot weather.

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  28. Holy Beachy! Love it- the shell pitcher is.to.die.for!
    Thank you for stopping by!
    Kerry at housetalkn.blogspot.com

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  29. Woohooness! You're gonna love Ross! :)
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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