“Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.”
1 John 4:11
Hello dear friends! I have joined a group of creative table stylists to bring you tabletop inspiration for late summer dining and entertaining. A special thank you to Chloe from Celebrate & Decorate for organizing this fun blog hop.
We are experiencing our hottest temperatures of the season, but I braved the heat so I could share an alfresco table of zinnia bouquets!
It seems that lately every time I set an outdoor table, it threatens rain. It became very dark, but fortunately no rain. In case you missed it, you can read about last week’s rain experience here.
You will find the schedule and all the links at the bottom of this post.
My inspiration for the table is the “zinnia bouquet” tablecloth from April Cornell. I saw it on the website in late spring and since I love zinnias and enjoy growing them, I just had to order it.
It was easy to cut a bouquet of zinnias from the garden and place them in bottles…no flower arranging skills are necessary! I placed the bottles in this wooden crate that I have had for several years which I think came from TJ Maxx.
I placed three zinnias in each bottle…how simple is that?
Everyday white dinner plates rest on water hyacinth placemats to provide texture. Bordallo Pinheiro salad plates hold ice-cold watermelon slices. I am often asked about where I found the colorful stemware. A sweet friend gifted it to me years ago, but it is no longer available. Melon and lemon-colored napkins are paired together and held by mini hand-painted flower pots.
If you have never grown zinnias from seed, I strongly urge you to give it a try. There are so many varieties and colors.
“When one has tasted watermelon, he knows what the angels eat.”
-Mark Twain
For more information and photos on the varieties of zinnias that I planted, I recently shared “a visit with zinnias” that you can read here.
I enjoy all of the seasons…
…but I have begun to notice a few subtle changes like the angle of the sunlight, shorter days, the garden as it begins to fade…
…and soon my favorite season will arrive!
But for now I will continue enjoying summer!
“Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass on a summer day listening to the murmur of water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is hardly a waste of time.”
-John Lubbock
Butterflies and bees are constant visitors to the zinnias!
Be sure to check back each day for the updated links!
Monday
Debbee’s Buzz | A casa di Bianca | Red Cottage Chronicles | The Little Yellow Corner Store | Sweet Pea
Tuesday
White Arrows Home | Living With Thanksgiving | Life and Linda | Everyday Living
Corner of Plaid and Paisley
Wednesday
Home is Where the Boat Is | Celebrate & Decorate | Panoply
The Painted Apron
Thursday
Intelligent Domestications | Sweet Sensations | Our Crafty Mom | Bluesky at Home
Friday
Thank you so much for your visits and gracious comments. Wishing you a joy-filled day!
Linking with:
Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, A Stroll Thru Life, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home, Celebrate & Decorate, Me and My Captain, Shabby Fufu, Designthusiasm, Imparting Grace, Calypso in the Country
You had me at Zinnias! I just love Zinnias. And your centerpiece is not only lovely but so very simple!
Your tablecloth is such a delight to the eyes. And so are the cute little napkin holders. Hand painted flower pots! Loved seeing those!
Happy Tuesday to you! Looks like a fun blog hop!
Thank you my friend, it is so hot here that I am more anxious for fall!
Stay cool!
Pam, what a gorgeous tablescape in your lovely garden! That pretty tablecloth and bouquet of cheerful zinnias caught my eye first thing. I adore your mix of colors, textures, and patterns. It just creates the most beautiful setting! We have been experiencing our hottest days of the summer here too with temps over 100 with high humidity. I’m think I may be ready for fall. Stay cool, and have a blessed day, sweet friend!
Thank you Shannon, I think we are experiencing the same weather. Have a wonderful Tuesday and stay cool!
I love zinnias! They always remind me of my mother because she grew them. Would you believe I finally planted some two weeks ago. It is going to be interesting to see if I have any blooms so late.
You strategically placed your table so you can photograph all the views of your garden. So clever.
I love your April Cornell tablecloth. It is so happy and colorful! Perfect for your setting and I love how you layered the melon and lemon napkins. They go so well with one of your signature sets of glasses!
Another lovely table!
Bonnie, I hope your zinnias provide some autumn blooms for you. We planted asters a couple of weeks ago and hope to see some blooms from them. Have a beautiful day!
Swoon Pam! I ADORE your AC zinnia tablecloth! Your garden’s bounty of zinnias provided the perfect and easy centerpiece for your summer table! Your goblets, sweet napkin rings, colorful napkins and gorgeous garden background are all sheer delight. I’ve had the same challenges with cloudy weather and threatening rain but it’s just been a tease. It’s oppressively hot and dry and I’m counting down the days to my favorite season too. As always, it’s a treat to blog hop with you this week. ♥
Thank you Mary. We definitely need rain, it is not and dry. Stay in and stay cool!
Lovely, Pam, such pretty flowers and tablescape. I am looking forward to cooler days ahead!
Thank you Carole…I am waiting for cooler days!
Pam, that is so gorgeous! Your garden is the perfect backdrop, always. The April Cornell textiles are so beautiful, they always make such nice addition. In this case, it’s certainly elevated all your elements to make a wonderful combination. I love the hot pinks and oranges, and the way you worked the stemware and fruit with the flowers.
Thank you Rita! These last few days have been unbearably hot, sprinklers on the garden this morning. Have a wonderful day!
Pam, I love color and you knocked it out of the park with this table and flower arrangement! And how can I say that my favorite season in your garden is Summer, Winter, Spring or Fall? Your garden is beautiful in all seasons. You and Butch put a lot of thought and energy into planning the garden and I know you planned it that way. Thanks for sharing with us.
Alice, you are so sweet. You know how much I love color, it just makes me happy. I hope your hand is healing. Have a blessed day!
Pam, such a happy summertime table. The zinnias are perfect, as is the entire table. Zinnias are such great flowers for many reasons. I do love their long vase life. Again, a perfect table.
Happy August days, my friend.
Thank you Sandra. Zinnias do have a long vase life, mine still look pretty in the kitchen so says Ella Mae! Happy Tuesday!
I love opening your post each time and I’m greeted with scripture. I also enjoy getting to look at your beautiful garden each summer. I know you and your renaissance man work hard and I so appreciate getting to share it.
Thank you for your gracious comments Nancy. It is a lot of work, but rewarding!
Oh my goodness Pam, this tablescape is absolutely gorgeous! I love your tablecloth! The box w/bottles of beautiful zinnias are so healthy and colorful. The watermelon looks delicious! Your goblets & napkin rings are a favorite & I always enjoy admiring them. With the extreme heat & humidity, this table is so inviting. Stay cool dear Pam! Clara ❤️
You are so sweet and thank you Clara! Heat index is 109 this afternoon! Stay cool~
Those zinnias are such a happy flower! That watermelon looks perfect for a hot summer day.
Thanks so much Penny. It was delicious.
My zinnias were an epic fail this year so I’m living vicariously through your post! The setting is just gorgeous and the flowers perfect (especially with that wonderful tablecloth!)
Without question you have inspired me to plant zinnia seeds next year. Their vibrancy is just right for summer days.
Zinnias are so easy to grow! Thanks Linda!
So very pretty and I love those beautiful goblets. That watermelon looks so yummy! Hugs and blessings to you dear Pam. Cindy
Thank you Cindy…hugs and blessings~
Sweet and juicy watermelon with bold and bright zinnias. What a gorgeous table. Your tablecloth and colorful stemware work beautifully with the pop of colors of your flowers. The floral print napkin rings/holders are such a darling detail in this setting. Your tablescape “sings” the melody of summer and I don’t want it to end. Cheerful and happy, this tablescape is the first thing that comes to mind when someone says summer fun. As always, beautiful work, Pam.
Thank you Marsha. You are so sweet and gracious, I love hopping with you!
How utterly delightful Pam! You would never guess it was 100 degrees with that cooling watermelon and such happy flowers! I love the bright colors in the tablecloth and glasses to match your beautiful zinnias, and the crate with the bottles makes a perfect garden centerpiece! Cute napkin rings too, such a fabulous celebration of summer!
Jenna
Thank you dear Jenna. I think the heat is getting to me, 109 heat index at 3:50. Stay in and cool!
Don’t we all bless TJ? What a great source…. Pam dear, your table belies the temperature…
so refreshing and cool …. watermelon on a tablecloth ringing with color and Oh, those goblets,
sheer perfection….in the loveliest garden setting possible… My day has been made, even though it is hitting 98…..
TJ Maxx is my go to store, we don’t have a Home Goods here. Thank you Mary, our heat index is 109 this afternoon.
I can see why you wanted to add that beautiful tablecloth to your collection! The bright bursts of colors are gorgeous and coordinate with the fresh zinnia blooms from your gardens. You have my mouth watering for watermelon now! I can see why everyone asks after that pretty stemware! Thank you for joining in another hop and sharing your table styling talents!
Thank you Chloe. I so appreciate you hosting and organizing the blog hops. I always enjoy participating!
Simply stunning-the tablescape, zinnias, and the gorgeous background garden. You truly have a gift, thank you for sharing!! Where did you buy your tablecloth?
Jeannie, you are so sweet. I ordered the tablecloth from April Cornell website.
What a gorgeous table you set. I have always loved Zinnias and have fond memories of my mother arranging them every August for our church’s altar. Your AC tablecloth was a great find and it’s perfect to use this time of year. The oranges and pinks of the Zinnias look wonderful with your dishes, napkins, and goblets and the slices of watermelon are the perfect finishing touch to each place setting.
Thank you so much Paula. It is so great to have you join us for the blog hop.
As if the setting and flowers weren’t stunning enough, that tablecloth and the stemware are to die for! Everything about your tablescape looks like the cover of a magazine. Bravo!
Debbee, what a sweet comment and thank you!
This is so beautiful! I love the colors, I love the tablecloth, your goblets and those zinnias!! I just love getting to see your gardens and the lovely settings you style there!!
Thank you Kristen. I love lots of color ~
Fantastic centerpiece!!!Wonderful tablecloth!One of my favorites surely…Hugs!
Thank you Maristella!
Hi Pam, day 9 was my birthday and I went to Granada to celebrate it with my children and grandchildren … a delicious birthday.
Now that I am back at my house, I go to your blog and see that wonderful table, something that does not surprise me, because its tables are always memorable.
… The zinnnias … beautiful flowers but I’ve never handled them. I explain myself: I don’t usually see them around me, I don’t know if it’s because there aren’t any or because I haven’t noticed.
They are wonderful for their color, texture, I love them … as well as the table you have prepared. A burst of color !!! what beauty, my friend …
And then the details of his table, such as napkin rings of small decorated pots, bottles, simple bottles, which show the wonderful zinnias, in short, an exhibition of color, elegance and beauty.
I congratulate you, a big hug
Dolores
Feliz cumpleaños tardío, mi querida amiga Dolores. Sé que disfrutaste tu tiempo en Granada con tu familia. Muchas gracias por sus amables comentarios, siempre me alegran el día. Esta fue una mesa divertida para armar. Nuestra temperatura se ha vuelto tan alta que casi no puedes soportar estar afuera, el índice de calor hoy es 109. ¡Envío de amor y abrazos!
Hi Pam, day 9 was my birthday and I went to Granada to celebrate it with my children and grandchildren … a delicious birthday.
Now that I am back at my house, I go to your blog and see that wonderful table, something that does not surprise me, because its tables are always memorable.
… The zinnnias … beautiful flowers but I’ve never handled them. I explain myself: I don’t usually see them around me, I don’t know if it’s because there aren’t any or because I haven’t noticed.
They are wonderful for their color, texture, I love them … as well as the table you have prepared. A burst of color !!! what beauty, my friend …
And then the details of his table, such as napkin rings of small decorated pots, bottles, simple bottles, which show the wonderful zinnias, in short, an exhibition of color, elegance and beauty.
I congratulate you, a big hug
Lovely Zinnias. Pam i have noticed a difference. The sun looks different and ther are berries on the bushes.
Marion
Thank you Marion…I will gladly welcome fall!
My favorite season is Fall too. Here in New York we had the hottest weather in July. Your table with the Zinnias and the colorful napkins,table clothes ,etc. is beautiful.
Marilyn
Thank you Marilyn. It is so hot today, heat index 109. I am ready for fall!
Pam your zinnias are absolutely gorgeous and what a beautiful tablescape! Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction
Thanks so much Cecilia!
Love this pretty tablescape and of course your gardens are always amazing.
Thanks so much Marty!
What a deliciously cool table for this unbelievably hot day! Beautiful! I just read Watermelon is the “in” nail polish color for the rest of summer. I have been noticing the first early signs of Fall too…we have big flocks of geese landing in the pond at dusk then taking off at dawn, yellow leaves falling from the water oaks, and definitely shorter days. Your scripture touched my heart, especially with all the horrible shootings of late.
Thank you sweet Roxanne. Our heat index was 111 a couple of hours ago. I think I am ready for fall. Blessings❤️
Pam, I am loving your April Cornell tablecloth. How fun and colorful and a perfect inspiration. Your zinnias are lovely. A garden full of them is heavenly. It’s a shame those beautiful glasses are discontinued. How gorgeous they are. Watermelon is perfect for a hot summer day. using two different napkins really compliments this table. The centerpiece of zinnias is lovely. Happy to join you on this late summer tablescape blog hop.
Thank you so much sweet Linda.
Thanks Pam for great share! I do love your garden! You’re doing every good job..
Gorgeous!!! I can see why you needed that April Cornell tablecloth, it is perfect in your garden! I am loving all your colorful zinnias, you have inspired me to try to grow some next year. Your gifted stemware goes really nice with the colorful flowers, they are very unusual – and pair beautifully with all the florals. Always a pleasure to hop with you!
Thank you Ann. Zinnias are easy to grow~
My mother always loved zinnias- “zinnies” in our area of the South- but I had never raised them until a family member died just as it was time to get the garden in. Rather than abandon the spot I had already prepped, I threw about 5 seed packets from the dollar store into the dirt and walked away. What a bittersweet reward- I’ve never had such a concentrated pollinator population. Even the hummingbirds come to see. I believe they will be a yearly tradition from now on.
Cheryl, bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are so attracted to zinnias. I know you are enjoying their colorful blooms!
Delightful Pam! What a lovely & easy way to present beautiful flowers! 😀
Bless you,
Jennifer
Thank you Jennifer!
Pam, as usual, your garden has yielded the most beautiful flowers to grace your beautiful table. I love how the glassware ~ which is gorgeous ~ reflects the colors of the lovely tablecloth. Those little napkin rings are so cute. I’ve never grown zinnias, but they are on my list for next year.
Thanks so much Carol. Yes, plant zinnias, they are so easy!
Pam, Zinnias just speak the beauty and color of summer….yours are so spectacular….and as always a most beautiful table!!!
It looks like Zinnias is a flower I have overlooked for too long! When I see them in local garden centres they are rather lackluster. Your zinnias on the other hand are stunning. So bold and vibrant. I will definitely give growing them from seed a try! I LOVE the big watermelon slices on the plates. And, that tablecloth is gorgeous. Your stemware really caught my eye, as they appear to pick up and reflect all the beautiful colors.
Thank you Maureen. Definitely grow zinnias from seed!
The zinnias post is really over the top. The AC cloth was a “must have”. The colorful stemware and the watermelon slices add colorful accents. Just beautiful among your garden grandeur.
Thanks so much my friend . Less humidity today which is nice. Happy Thursday!
I always think of you when I see a patterned tablecloth. Your color palette is so vibrant and really drew me in. I’ve never grown zinnias but am willing to give them a try. Colored stem ware isn’t the easiest thing to find and how lucky that yours was given to you. Gorgeous styling!
Thanks so much Sandra, I love patterns as you know. Zinnias are easy, sow some and they will surprise you!
As always, your table is beautiful. I love the table cloth and the colorful flowers! It’s definitely still summer here in south east Georgia but I want to start fall decorating so badly! I’m trying to hold off until September. If I waited until the weather here said fall, I wouldn’t be fall decorating until December! Glad the weather held off for you to set this beautiful summer table! So enjoy your posts!
Thanks so much Bonnie. Have a wonderful weekend!
I love the John Lubbock quote and agree wholeheartedly! And, fall is my favorite season, too, sweet friend. It won’t be long until it arrives in all its splendor and glory! God is so good. May He bless you richly today!
GORGEOUS! The zinnia centerpiece screams summer. Of course I love everything. You set such a lovely table. You are a better woman than I. You know I hate the heat and I applaud your sticking to your vision and tolerating the heat to create this lovely setting. Pinned and it’s a pleasure to be on the hop with you my friend xo
I haven’t planted zinnias for a long, long time. When I lived in Ohio all the neighborhood kids would pick them to take home. I didn’t mind at all! Thanks for reminding me how pretty they are!
Pam, your table is absolutely gorgeous! The April Cornell tablecloth is set off so beautifully by the zinnias. I definitely want to try growing some next year. I love your simple arrangement in the glass bottles and crate. Everything looks so vibrant and quintessentially summer! The watermelons at each place setting is the perfect finishing touch. And of course, there’s your breathtaking garden as a backdrop that adds to the wow factor! It’s always a pleasure to hop with you!
Thank you so much Rebecca. Definitely plant zinnia seeds next year. Have a lovely week!
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Every time I visit your blog, I smile. Pam, this is a stunning tablescape and such a welcoming outdoor setting. I love the April Cornell tablecloth and the vibrant zinnias from your garden! It’s always a treat to blog hop with you!
Thank you Lynne, it was a fun hop!