Friday, May 13, 2011

Easter Tables

Since the Grands are getting older I most often set a table for just them. Always close by though and before the weather becomes too hot to utilize my screened porch which is right next to the dining room. I throw open the French doors and they feel as if they are sitting at the "big" table and it enables mom and dad to enjoy their dinner as well. 

 This was the table I set in my dining room for Easter dinner. The dining room walls are painted a cherry red which enables me to use some shades of pink and at other times of the year I can do lots of shades of red. In the evening with the crystal chandelier on the color just bounces off the prisms of the chandelier.
These little bunny napkin rings are a new purchase this year from Pottery Barn. I thought these little running bunnies were so cute.

For my centerpiece I used a couple of Rosemary topiary's that usually sit on my patio area and did use a few fresh roses with my silver birds and a little burlap strewn down the center of my table. The stemware is a Waterford wine goblet with these green glasses that were a thrift find some time ago and have become a favorite for a water glass. I only wish I could have found more of them since they work so well most of the time and are a very substantial glass.
The sideboard had two of my collection of bunnies and an Easter Tree with a collection of Easter ornaments.

The Children's Easter Table.
As you can see it opens right there by the dining room.


Pottery Barn had these adorable Beatrix Potter plates and cups and I could not resist. The tablecloth came from there as well and also had Beatrix Potter figures on it. I also have an antique collection of Beatrix Potter porcelain figures but they weren't to be used on this table this time.

Instead more of my bunny collection for the centerpiece with colorful grass underneath.

We had a fun filled Easter celebration with the whole family complete with multiple Easter Egg Hunts in the garden.



Now the twin grandsons think they are too old to be photographed hunting Easter Eggs but I did manage a photo of them playing ping pong in my carport.

We had a fun filled Easter Sunday with the family.

I am sharing this post at Susan's blogging party, Tablescape Thursday at her blog Between Naps on the Porch. To see other participants of this most interesting blogging party please click here.

Thank you for visiting my blog and please do come again and remember, enjoy those special moments with family.

7 comments:

  1. This is such a charming post. I think your tablescape is beautiful. I love the place settings, the chargers are so nice, and look great with your china. The napkins with the touch of color matches the tulips. I love those napkins rings......
    Hope your evening is great.

    ~Emily

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  2. Hello! I don't think I've been to your blog before but I'm now following. Saw your link at BNOTP. I love all your beautiful linens and bunnies. We, too, have grandchildren who are old enough to sit at their own table so I set one for them on our porch at family gatherings. Come visit me when you have a chance.

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  3. We always set a table for the young ones, and soon will have to be doing it again for the grands. Both of your tables were lovely - so spring-like!

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  4. It looks like a fun time for both the adults and the grandchildren.
    The plates are so cute and the egg hunt must have been fun.
    We are missing that Florida sunshine as we are having a cool wet spring here.
    Carolyn

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  5. Your Easter table setting is gorgeous! I adore the Beatrix Potter plates and cups - so cute for the children's table. Pottery Barn has quite a few wonderful items. Have a great day!

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  6. Carolyn, both your tables are both beautiful. I'm sure the children will have some wonderful memories of Easter at Grandma's house. I hope all is well and that you are having a great day. Blessings...Mary

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  7. Carolyn, with graduation, wedding and wedding reception, I am so far behind on reading my friends' blogs and I sincerely apologize. Your tables and your babies are lovely.

    I've reached the 5 year anniversary for my blog. If you get a chance, pop over and register for my giveaway!

    Becky

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