“The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.”
Proverbs 16:9
The best laid plans are subject to change. I am sure we are all too familiar with things changing at the drop of a hat and having to just roll with it. I had been planning all week for dinner on the patio…the tablescape was planned out in my mind and I had even purchased flowers for the centerpiece! About the time I was heading out the door to get started, much needed rain started falling, for which I am grateful. So, I had to “back up and punt” (you football fans will understand that lingo)! And voila! A completely different tablescape! Although it was hard to photograph because of the gloomy day, it all still came together rather nicely, as most back-up plans do! I was able to use the flowers I had purchased and I will put the planned tablescape away for a not-so-rainy day!
The patio scene as the clouds rolled in and it started raining!
So with the already purchased gerber daisies, I began looking through my linens, dishes, etc. to come up with plan B.
When you are in doubt…
pull the blue and white out!
Last October when Butch and I had a little get-away to Highlands, NC, I found these vintage placemats at an antique shop and I had yet to use them. The “back up and punt” plan seemed to be a good call!
The matching napkins were included in the set of 24 pieces for 24 dollars! Yes, 12 placemats and 12 napkins for a dollar each! I quickly pressed the napkins and found this iridescent ribbon in my stash of stuff to add some glam!
I used my Spode “blue room collection” dinner plates with an English blue and white jar for the daisies!
The iced tea stemware remains a favorite along with the vintage Fostoria water glasses!
Italian porcelain figurines and candles complete the centerpiece!
The silvered votives add a little sparkle to the table!
Happy colors…happy flowers!!
“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver”
Proverbs 25:11
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Not only did you ” SCORE ” (get it) on the beautiful table but on placemats and napkins as well. What a great find. Are you enjoying the rain? I surely am!
Score, good one Joann! I am loving the rain!
Love and hugs!
Linens were a great fine! I love how they add texture and another color to your tablescape. Amazing price too!
Your flowers are happy colors. I always like happy and cheerful colors. Colors do affect your mood.
Hoping we get rain today. Thankful for you that you were blessed with rain yesterday. A reprieve from the heat is very welcome.
Thank you Bonnie! Hoping you got rain today, still raining here and I am enjoying the reprieve from the heat!
I know what you mean with the rain this week! Oh, how we needed it, though, so I don’t dare complain. Your table is lovely, as always, inside or out. Blue and green is a long-time favorite of mine, and I love how you tied ribbon around your napkins. The napkin texture is perfect with the casual look of Gerber daisies. Your table is so inviting, Pam!
Kim, you are such a sweetheart! I had to re-follow your blog, I don’t know how it happened or why. Hopefully, I fixed the problem!
Blessings,
Pam
Yes, not complaint about the rain!
Oh so pretty Pam! There is something about blue and white that just makes everything better! I especially love your blue bubble stemware and the whimsical ribbon tied on the napkin~
Jenna
Jenna, thanks! Had to come up with ideas quick!
Every time I plan a family barbecue, it usually rains, so I know what you mean about needing a back up plan. Your tablescape is beautiful! I love your blue transfer dishes
Pat, plans are always subject to change! Thanks so much!
Blessings,
Pam
So pretty! I just love your china! You did great coming up with a backup plan!
Barbara, our plans are always subject to change! Thanks so much!
Blessings,
Pam
What a great idea for Back up and punt tablescape! Your china is so lovely and the $24 linens are the perfect accent for this table. I love your figurines as part of the centerpiece. Hope you will pop over and view my Seashore Tablescape! Thanks for sharing your ideas!
Pam
Pam, thank you for your gracious comments and I will be popping over to visit with you!
Blessings,
Pam
You certainly had a great find in those placemats and napkins. Love the little ribbon touch to your napkins. The table setting is beautiful.
Yes, Latane I do love a bargain! Thanks so much and have a great weekend!
Blessings,
Pam
Pam, you can never go wrong with blue and white that’s for sure. Love the vintage placemats! Sorry that the rain spoiled your plans, but I love a summer rain! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Thanks sweet Jann! Have a lovely Saturday!
Love those blues and the daisies look great with them. It’s a great unexpected pop of color. Thanks for sharing at Inspiration Thursday! See you next week!
Lela, thank you!
Your table is just beautiful! I love your blue and white dishes. Those blue glasses are just gorgeous!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 🙂
Sheila,
You are always so kind and gracious when you visit! I hope you have a wonder-filled week!
Blessings, Pam
What a beautiful table settings. I love the blue and white. I am so happy that you shared this link on #HomeMattersParty and I hope you will come back and share again.
Thank you so much for stopping by! I will be back to shares again this week! Blessings, Pam
I love your comment “when in doubt pull out the blue and white”!
Your table setting is most attractive Pam.
I have tea cups and saucers in Spode Camille, handed down to me by my darling mother.
Mostly I use them when I host my Mahjong or embroidery group!
Everyone loves blue and white.
Pam, I read a little of you bio and saw the wonderful Waterford table setting…. we visited Ireland in June this year and toured the Waterford factory which both my husband and I loved.
Blowing crystal – what an art, I can now appreciate the prices!
Lovely meeting you at Stephanie’s party.
Shane
Shane, thank you for coming over and commenting! Isn’t blue and white so very classic? It’s a definite go-to! We just returned from our trip and we loved it! I would love to know more about your visit to Ireland! Blessings, Pam
Oh Pam, what a delightful find in your linens! Your tablescapes are always so inspiring. The blue and white {like you said} is very classic and elegant – I love it! 🙂
Blessings to you, sweet friend. Hugs!
Thanks, Stephanie! Blessings!
What a find your placemats and napkins were! Your ‘back up and punt’ table is beautiful Pam…we could use some of that rain! Stay cool 🙂
Thanks so much, Mary! Have a wonderful weekend!