“Keep me as the apple of your eye;
hide me in the shadow of your wings”
Psalm 17:8
Today is installment two of our tablescaping marathon with my friend, Patti! This table was so much fun to set up with all of her blue and white china. So many of you love the crisp and clean look of this ever so popular color combination! And as beautiful as the blue and white is, there is something that just stands out. I want you to notice the focal point, the element that sets it apart-the apples. In Psalm 17, David (in his suffering) cries out to God,
” …keep me as the apple of your eye”.
As true followers of Christ, we are the apple of God’s eye! Let that sink in! We are chosen, loved, and beautiful! And just as the apples are the sweet spot on this table, so are God’s children, in his eyes.
A menu of tomato basil soup and grilled pimento cheese sandwiches was perfect for a cold and rainy day!
With only placemats, the beautiful wood of the antique table is warm and inviting. A white linen placemat is the foundation with a quilted French blue mat on top.
Lunch was served in the family room with its lovely surroundings of books and antiques! You can see more here: Everyday Living at Patti’s.
The white charger and bread and butter plate is “Christina Porcelain” Bavarian China from Germany. The dinner plates are The Spode Blue Room Collection “British Flowers”. The large soup bowls with handles are also The Spode Blue Room Collection, the pattern is “Italian”. The sterling silver is “Buttercup” by Gorham. The blue and white knife rests are unique and add a little whimsy!
A pair of French Henriot Quimper candlesticks with hurricane globes add just the right touch to the table!
A set of Spode salt and pepper shakers!
At this end of the table sits a different set of Spode salt and pepper shakers! Notice the sweet pewter place card holders!
Lenox crystal in the “Desire” pattern adds a touch of elegance!
Pretty cotton floral napkins paired with white linen napkins give more texture and pattern to this setting! The sterling silver napkin rings were a gift from me (at least, that is what Patti said, I don’t remember!!)
The centerpiece is an antique Spode bowl of fresh apples on a white porcelain tray! Simple elegance!
The apples are “Pink Ladies! Fruit is a colorful and practical centerpiece!
The blue and white flatware caddy has been repurposed for holding crackers!
The family room has an abundance of light from the two walls of windows and French doors!
From this side of the table there is a view into the breakfast room and formal dining room!
Tablescaping is serious business!
“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver”
Proverbs 25:11
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Many thanks for sharing this lovely table. You’ve gotta love that blue and white combination! I never tire of it. Beautifully done and a great way to welcome Spring!
Rosie @ The Magic Hutch
Rosie, you are so very kind! I always think blue and white looks so fresh! Blessings, Pam
GORGEOUS!!
Thank you sweet, Martina! Blessings, Pam
That has to be the prettiest table setting. I love the blues!
Carol, you are so very kind! Blessings, Pam
I just love this table setting! The Blues and whites are so refreshing and I bet the tomato soup looked good in it too!
Angelina, thanks for your gracious comments. I never tire of blue and white! Blessings, Pam
Simply Beautiful, and love the way you used the apples in the centerpiece with the
scriptures and thoughts.
Blessings, Nellie
Thank you Nellie for your gracious comments! Blessings, Pam
Beautiful table … and all that blue woodwork is also beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing.
Debbie, Thank you for your sweet comments! Have a great week-end! Pam
So very pretty! It’s amazing how something as simple as a bowl of apples add so much.
Sandra, thanks so much and I love to use fruit on the table! Blessings, Pam
Beautiful place setting and like how you referred to us as the apples of God’s eyes, neat way of looking at it!
Connie, thank you so much for your sweet comments! Have a great week-end! Pam
Blue and white is a classic and you’ve set a gorgeous table! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Thank you, sweet Jann!
Beautiful table setting, your apples, make the perfect center piece with your message!
Blessings, Karren! You are so kind with your comments! Pam
Love this classic and elegant table setting! This is very lovely and so striking…gorgeous!
Thank you so much for your gracious words, Bev! Blessings, Pam
Hello, lovely lady! Your table is beautiful! The blue is so happy and refreshing and the pop of red in the center is perfect! Thank you so much for sharing your loveliness with Roses of Inspiration. Hugs!
Thank you so much, Stephanie! Hope your week is joy-filled! Blessings, Pam
Beautiful table…classic with unique charm! Love the double placemats. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you, Nora for your sweet comments! Hope your week is joy-filled! Blessings, Pam
OH, what a gorgeous table. I love the pretty blue and white dishes and the bowl of apples for the centerpiece is perfect!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Thanks sweet Shelia for your gracious comments! Blessings, Pam
Gorgeous Table. Blues are so popular right now in dishware. Perfection!
Thank you, Valerie. Blue and white is a classic! Blessings, Pam
This is truley lovely & grand! Your awesome! So happy to find your post at the link up!
Thank you so much for your gracious comments! Blessings, Pam
What gorgeous blue and white dishes! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
Sherry
Sherry, thank you for your kind words and for the opportunity to share! Blessings for your week, Pam
Beautiful! It is so elegant. I love the dishes. It is cozy as well as classic.
Marsha, thanks bunches! I agree blue and white is classic! Blessings, Pam
I’m in love with your gorgeous table with the apple centerpiece and the lovely dishes and always a classic in blue and white. Such cute Spode S&P shakers. Your house is lovely too with blues as well.
Enjoy your weekend.
FABBY
Fabby, your sweet words of encouragement are a treasure! Blue and white is always a classic and a bowl of apples…how simple and elegant! Blessings for a joy-filled weekend! Pam
Absolutely beautiful! That is one of the prettiest tablescapes I have ever seen. The apples just make it all pop off the page!
Jan, thank you so much for your gracious comments! I always like the classic look of blue and white! Blessings, Pam
Your table is gorgeous!!! I love all of the blue and white. Thank you for sharing. You are one of the features at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Here is the link to this week’s bash. http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2015/03/make-it-pretty-monday-week-131.html Have a lovely week. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
Thank you so much Kathryn for the feature! Always enjoy! Blessings, Pam
This table setting captured my soul. Its beautiful bright and im just a lober of Blue and White.. Lovely!!! I also like that beautiful Blue trimming along the walls it looks wonderful. Can you tell me the color. Happy October with love Janice
Janice, thanks so much for your gracious comments! I will have to check on the color for you! Blessings!