Everyday Living

Tablescape Tuesday: Pleasing To My Eye

~ Food & Entertaining, Tablescape Tuesday

“How much better to get wisdom than gold! To get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭16:16‬ ‭

You know, there are some things that can be outdated in our ever-changing world of decorating….but some things just do not fall into that category.  Blue and white have been a mainstay and a staple for as long as I can remember!  I collected the iconic Johnson Brothers “Willow” pattern at least 38 years ago.  It remains one of my favorites…and I dare to say, a favorite of most of us in the blog world!  There is just something about a blue and white tablesetting that is always pleasing to my eye!


“Flowers and food look fabulous on tables decorated with blue and white.  The endless assortment of dishes, glassware, and linens available in this bold combination enables the hostess to create beautiful tables for every season, occasion, and budget.”
-Carolyne Roehm
 
I decided on a table for four, I find it cozy for winter.
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Simple + Southern Sunday No. 116

~ Simple + Southern Sunday

“I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭34:1‬ ‭
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’”Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus, just to take Him at His Word;
Just to rest upon His promise, and to know, “Thus saith the Lord!
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him! How I’ve proved Him o’er and o’er;
Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus! Oh, for grace to trust Him more!”
Louisa M. R. Stead


“My soul makes its boast in the Lord; let the humble hear and be glad. Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together!”
Psalms‬ ‭34:2-3‬ ‭


I never tire of this bucolic view!
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A Valentine Brunch For The Ladies

~ Decorating, Holidays, Valentines Day

“Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God”
1 John 4:7

By now, I’m sure you’ve all seen stores flooded with reds, pinks, and Hershey’s kisses…and that can only mean one thing…Valentine’s Day will be here before we know it!  The holiday that centers around love is one of my favorites, because well…I love to celebrate love! I am sure most of us automatically think of our husbands or significant other, but Valentine’s Day surely doesn’t have to be limited to that one relationship…because love should be at the core of all of them!  I have always loved brunching with the ladies….a Saturday morning complete with good food, fun conversation, and lots of laughter…and what better time to show your girlfriends love than the upcoming holiday?!  Today, let’s take a look at some ideas for a Valentine brunch for the ladies!

Be sure to check out my Pinterest board here

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As friends arrive, what better way to greet them than with a cup of raspberry sherbet punch?

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Of course…a beautiful tablesetting for Valentine’s!
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