“The heart of our meals is to know the hearts around our table”
-Kara Tippetts, The Hardest Peace
The winter, to some, can be a dreadful season. The blistering cold, the dreary rain (especially lately here in the South), and the shorter days can leave us anxiously awaiting spring’s arrival. But, I actually embrace the winter season! With all the beauty of Christmas tucked away, I enjoy the quiet and solitude of a January day. Even though it is gloomy outside, it doesn’t have to be gloomy in our hearts-or homes! We can make any day brighter when we choose joy-even in the dead of winter! With that in mind, I decided on a winter tablescape with candlelight and a little sparkle.
A romantic table set for four!
It was raining and very gloomy late Friday afternoon when I was photographing, so it made the candlelight even more special!
No placemats or a tablecloth, just the beauty of the warm wood exposed
The table runner is actually a lovely sequined scarf that created the sparkle!
Winter white ironstone for this time of year. I use this “Baroque” pattern by American Atelier often. Stemware is what you have seen on many of our tablescapes, and the rattan chargers offer texture!
The flatware was a wedding gift from my parents…almost 42 years ago. The sterling napkin rings were also a wedding gift. The embroidered linen napkins are a fav!
The ambiance from candles is always perfect. After all, everyone looks prettier in candlelight!!!
The centerpiece is five taper candle holders!
In the foreground is a repurposed ice cream sundae glass (upside down) holding a candle!
The candle holder with the crystals is a favorite! Why did I only buy one?!
Crystal votive
Candles bring the elegance to an otherwise simple tablescape!
Adding an element of rustic to the elegant are two tall vases with small branches and a pair of antlers!
The weather definitely called for a hot bowl of lentil soup!
So nice to have dinner with the glow of candles. My advice is to do this often for those you love-it makes a simple meal extraordinary!
“You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore”
Psalm 16:11
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Very pretty! Love the white baroque dishes! Soup sounds perfect for this cold week!
Thank you , Karen. We will all try to stay warm this week as we are supposed to get an arctic blast tomorrow here in Alabama! Wishing you a great week! Blessings, Pam
Beautiful table. It truly is glowing!
Thank you, Valerie! I somehow missed your comment and i am so sorry! Blessings in this new year!! Pam
Pam your table setting looks beautiful! Thank you for joining THT. I hope the holidays were wonderful for you and your family.
Pamela, as always thank you for your party and your gracious comments! Blessings for 2015! Pam
Love the glow of all the candle light, I wake up every morning and light lots of candles with which to enjoy my coffee,
Carmen, thank you so much for your gracious comments. What a wonderful treat to start your day with the warmth of candles and a cup of coffee! Blessings, Pam
Lovely and elegant…your centerpiece is gorgeous!
Bev, thank you so much! Stay warm! Blessings, Pam
Lovely table…love the texture and colors you used….very elegant!
Thanks, Christine! Have a joy-filled day! Blessings, Pam
I’ve never seen icycles glow, but I see that in your table. It is beautiful and sparkling and warm! I love your wall color and, of course, your window treatments. 🙂
Kim, thank you so much for your generous remarks! Blessings for 2015! Stay warm! Pam
How pretty and cozy! Perfect for a rainy winter’s day.
Ellen, thank you so much for reading and commenting! Blessings for this new year! Pam
Very pretty and cozy! Perfect for this cold winter.
Janet, thank you. The cold and rain made for a cozy night for a bowl of soup! Blessings, Pam
I just want to sit down and stay awhile …..it is so beautiful! I love your dishes and all the candle light. This is just a perfect setting for a cold winter’s night!
Blessings My Friend,
Elaine, thank you so much for the gracious comments. It was a cold and rainy night, so soup was perfect. Blessings, Pam
Absolutely gorgeous!
Tamyra, it appears I missed your comment. So sorry and thank you so much! Blessings, Pam
Lovely, lovely table. Nicely done.
Thank you so much Kathy. Love your beautiful tablescapes! Blessings, Pam
Beautiful sparkle to embrace the New Year! It rained here all day Friday as well. I spent the day crafting. Spring is my favorite season, but i love the quiet peaceful time after Christmas! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Jann, it has rained and been gloomy here for two weeks! But, I find winter that winter is a great time to reflect and be still! Blessings, Pam
So elegant! All that sparkle would surely brighten even the drabbest of days.
Thanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY.
Blessings,
Cindy
Thanks, Cindy! We have had days and days of drabness! So, a little sparkle helps! Pam