“Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try me and know my thoughts! And see if there be any grievous way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting!”
Psalms 139:23-24
I can hardly believe I am saying this, but Happy first day of August, sweet friends! The summer is winding down, and today I will start back doing what I love and look forward to…keeping our little Ella Mae! Our DIL is back to teaching, so guess what I’ll be doing three days a week? Playing, laughing and loving every moment with our granddaughter…time that I treasure!
We had a weekend of lower humidity, so it actually felt wonderful as I was setting the table under the pergola for today’s summer table! But my time outside didn’t end once the tablescape was packed up and inside…I kept the centerpiece on the table so that Butch and I could enjoy lingering way after dark with the subtle scent of lemons ‘n limes! Oh yeah…don’t forget to scroll all the way to the bottom for the winner of our giveaway!
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My inspiration was the citrus patterned tablecloth that was made in Italy…a great find at TJ Maxx a couple of years ago!
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I filled a pair of large hurricane globes with lemons and limes…
…and a lantern added ambiance to the setting!
Two large pots of Tropic Escape hibiscus bloom on the patio!
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Amber stemware, everyday white dinner plates, and Bordallo Pinheiro salad plates round out each place setting.
Chevron patterned napkins are cinched with artisan crafted bark napkin rings…water hyacinth placemats add warmth and texture.
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What is unique about this type of hibiscus is that there are different colors of bloom on a single plant!
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“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver”
Proverbs 25:11
I want to thank all of those who entered our giveaway last week…many of you entered and we drew names out of a virtual hat…
Sherry, I will be emailing you to get your info! There might be another exciting giveaway coming soon. Be watching for details!
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Beautiful, Pam! Love the green and yellow refreshing tablescape. I can smell the lemons and limes and the cooler air is so lovely. I wish it could stay like this. Your chevron napkins look great with your floral cloth and the amber goblets add just the right touch of warmth. I want some water hyacinth placemats.You use them so effectively and they add that special texture to your tables.
I love your Hibiscus and it is neat there are different color blooms on one plant.
Bonnie, I found the water hyacinth placemats at Tuesday Morning a couple of years ago at a really good price, they can be a little price! The air was still nice this morning, but got hot during the day!
Perfect!
Thanks so much! Have a wonderful day?
I love that tablecloth! And I really do need to get some placemats like that — I used to have some that got badly water damaged and I always really loved how versatile they are with different dishes and place settings. I love it, Pam!
Thanks so much, Jeanie! I agree, the placemats can be used with anything!
Beautifully done as always. So happy you can keep Ella Mae. I took care of Maddie. You will always be thankful for this special time. Dianne
Ella Mae is such a joy and blessing, Dianne!
That’s a perfect table for right now, Pam! Just a little hint of the season sneaking around the corner, waiting to take center stage with those amber colored glasses, while the lemons still claim their spotlight of summer. Love the angles of light you’ve captured, another sign of the upcoming season with its golden color. The green limes, plates, and leaves in the pretty cloth bridge both the summer and hint of fall seasons. Well done!
Thank you, Rita! I am ready for fall weather, but I still want to savor summer!
It looks very nice Pamela. I love the yellow and green. It sounds romantic.
Thanks so much, Carol!
Your setting are always so beautiful! And the hibiscus plant sounds rather unusual. I’d love to find one of those around here.
I found them at Lowes, Cynthia!
I found them at Lowes, Cynthia!
Lemons and limes sleaus make a beautiful tablescape and centerpiece . I love it all Pam. Congratulations to the lucky winner too? Hugs and blessings , Cindy
Thanks Cindy…hugs and blessing back to you!
Beautiful, as always. Love the lemons and limes and especially your Hibiscus.
Many congratulations to the winner !
Thank you so much, Sandra!
Enjoy your time with your granddaughter!! Love the Lemons and Limes!! Looks so refreshing, I am suddenly craving some ice water with a nice slice of lemon!
Ann, she is so much fun! Thanks and I hope you got your ice water with a slice of lemon!
Beautiful table. Your VIEW is spectacular. How nice to be able to sit there and see such beauty!
We enjoy sitting on the patio late in the evening when the temps cool down!
What would we do without TJ Maxx! Most everything I have for the table in Maine came from there. I have way more than I need but still find it hard to resist more. Your lemons and limes table is anything but sour!
TJ Max is my go to, it is 60 miles to the nearest Home Goods, Pottery Barn, Sur a Table, etc!
Much like here.
There is nothing more refreshing that looking at a vessel full of citrus, your table is sheer delight! Love love the cloth…I know everyone was loving the hint of cool in the air~ You are so generous to keep Ella Mae, that is a big commitment…but a fun one! Congrats to Sherry!!
Jenna
Thanks so much, Jenna! I am definitely an older first-time grandmother, so it is my pleasure to keep her, if I hold out?
I really loved that tablescape!!!Love the tablecloth and the refreshing colors.The hibiscus are perfect!!!An awesome post!Hugs.
Thanks so much sweet Maristella! Hugs!
So pretty, Pam. I’m swooning over your hibiscus blooms!!!!
Thanks so much, Kim! Did you post today, it wasn’t in my inbox!
I’m on a trip and only posting twice this week. It’s driving me crazy to not be “in touch” with everyone like normal. I decided to take sort of a blog vacation. Haven’t done that in 4.5 years. Sort of feel like I’ve earned it. Happy week! ?
You have earned it, enjoy my friend! Just wanted to make sure everything was ok!
Pam, this tablescape is so refreshing!! Makes my mouth water. 🙂 Love the combination of the limes and lemons! The tablecloth is perfect too. I have seen those types of Hibiscu, and they are so pretty!! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
Hugs,
Jann
Always my pleasure, Jann!
Looks festive & fun! Would love if you’d join us & share at our first ever Reader Tip Tuesday: http://www.jodiefitz.com/2017/08/01/reader-tip-tuesday-along-new-food-craft-party/
It’s open all week long as we intro it! Hope to see you & your refreshing looks over at the party…xo
Very pretty tablescape.
Thanks for visiting!
Lemons and limes are some of my favorite things to decorate with! Such a most fresh and beautiful table Pam. Having lived in Florida for many years, I miss having citrus trees and hibiscus in the yard. I tried growing hibiscus here with no luck … the cold and the deer! Have not seen that variety of hibiscus with the multiple colors…so pretty!!
Thanks so much, Shirley! I am enjoying this variety of hibiscus!
Pam, I love your tablescape. The table cloth is lovely and you have accented it very nicely. I love the hurricanes filled with candles. Thanks for sharing and have a great week. Sylvia D.
Thanks for your visit, and wishing you a beautiful week!
Another beautiful tablescape…love the combination of lemons and limes…so fresh!
Thanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
Blessings,
Cindy
Thanks so much, Cindy~
You do style the prettiest tablescapes! I am so glad you are going to be a part of the upcoming tablescape blog hops. I have been wanting to style a lemon themed table all summer, and just never seem to get around to it! You have done a lovely ob with your lemons and limes!
I am looking forward to the blog hops!