Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Tablescape Thursday: Pink Chic


Its Tablescape Thursday time... Hosted by Between Naps on the Porch!



For this week's Tablescape...I wanted to go with something feminine but chic... and the perfect combination (to me) is pink accented with black and white. This assemblage is a combination of things that I find pretty and delightful... simple and classic.

I started off with a pink and white gingham tablecloth. I accented it with a white with black polka dot table runner and matching napkins. I fanned the napkins and placed the silverware in between the fans to fancy it up a bit. The napkins were tied with a pretty pink ribbon.

I used black and white plates, interchanging the top and bottom plate colors. (Some had big black plates with small white plates on top and vice versa).

Every plate set was topped with a white bowl accented in black stripes.

...and Pink flowers garnished the plates for a pretty contrast.

I used rag ribbons that matched the napkins to tie around the flute glasses...to add a little shabby character to the "chic". ;)

The centerpiece was a rusty old bird cage with 3 cream colored candles... topped with a black and white polka dot bow.

On either side of the bird cage were shabby cream colored flower pots with pink and cream ranunculus.

And some pretty birdies came to join in on the fun! A white one and a black one!

The black birdie was adorned with a very stylish rag scarf... and conveniently matched the rest of the table accents. ;)







To me, this is a perfect setting to have a dinner with your girlfriends. :)







37 comments:

  1. This tablescape is stunning. When it first appeared on the screen I thought that it was so unique. The overall look is just perfect. I absolutely LOVE the check and polka dot. I'm inspired!

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  2. Very beautiful! I love the color and pattern combination. Very elegant.

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  3. This is so cute! I like the way your placed your flatware in the creases of the napkin! Great idea!

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  4. The table is absolutely beautiful. I love the colors of pink and black. The check and the polka dot is also just wonderful. Your attention to detail is so perfect with the flowers and the birdcage and candles. Just so lovely. Hugs, Marty

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  5. This is such a unique tablescape. I adore the polka dots and the flowers. You are extremely creative. Thank you for sharing.

    Charla

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  6. Love all your colors ! You created so many little touches....I love that you took so many pictures, isn't it fun ?
    Hugs ~ Kammy

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  7. I'm a pink and black person, too. That means you can invite me right over for that gathering of girl friends! I hope I can remember to do my napkins and silverware like yours!

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  8. I like the pink and black...and ai really like the polka dots! Happy Tablescape Thursday ~ Susan

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  9. Absolutely adorable, the only thing missing is pink M&M's my personal favorite. I just love all the polka dots, the checks and the bird cage. How cute is that? You really put together a fun tablescape. I love mixing and matching...the black and white are stunning with the pink! Great post.
    Blessings,

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  10. So cute!! And you are right. Very girly!

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  11. Melissa, This is very cute. Love your color combinations and the way you placed your silverware in your napkins.

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  12. Wow! You have used the "in" colors!! This is fun and elegant at the same time. I love all your details!! Beautiful!

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  13. oh what a fun table! love your colors, and such a terrific attention to detail. :)

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  14. What a beautifully done tablescape. I love all the linens, the accessories and colors you used...Christine

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  15. I love all of the polka dots and the bird cage centerpiece! The table looks so pretty!

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  16. What a lovely table! I love the pink and black, but adore those birds with the bows tied around their tiny necks! LOL
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  17. I would love to just be a guest at your pretty table. The color combinantion is both classic and fun!

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  18. This is adorable! Love the gingham and polka dots together, and all the special little touches. You are very creative, great job!

    Katherine

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  19. Beautiful tablescape, love the black and white polka dot fabric! You really shot some interesting angles and loads of different views, feels like I've had a stroll around your dining room! Thanks for sharing!~ Katy

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  20. Great combo. Love checks and dots. Very nice.

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  21. Love, Love, Love the polka dots!!!! My fave!
    Cutest arrangement, very fun yet dramatic... Love it. Sweetup-northmornings.blogspot.com

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  22. What a beautiful table! I love the mix of gingham with the polka dots, and the pink, black and white look awesome together.

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  23. You must have had a lot of fun putting together such a fab table. I love the polka dots!

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  24. Where ever did you get that adorable polka dot napkin? I love the combination with the pink gingham. Just lovely!

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  25. Your tablescape is absolutely adorable!! Great color combination and the polka dots steal the show!! Your centerpiece and flowers are really cute too! The whole thing just looks so inviting!

    Your blog is just adorable too! Guess what?...
    You have a new follower!!
    Can't wait to see what you do next!
    Sherri:D

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  26. Black and white with pink!! What could be cuter or more perfect for a group of gals~I just love this tablescape. All the details that you added with polka dots and checks in the mix just make me smile. I love your centerpiece and of course your little birdie visitors are so sweet! Your table is just a delight! Happy Thursday! Miss Bloomers

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  27. This is very stunning! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  28. Oh how charmingly sweet. I love the play of plaid and dots......love that centerpiece.

    Have a beautiful day.

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  29. I absolutely love this ... the dot and pink....

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  30. Chic, feminine and even a little French. Love the glow of the candles.

    Wonderful creation,
    Candy

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  31. This is definately a favorite of mine. Black and White and then the touch of pink. Perfection. Love the polka dots...great idea for a centerpiece!

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  32. ~Beautiful tablescape Melissa! :)
    The colors and the centerpiece are so chic and pretty.

    I just found your blog and it's wonderful. I'll be back to visit again soon. You're always welcome at mine as well.

    Have a blessed day. ~Melissa ;)

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  33. Whirly girly....I like it!
    Joyce

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  34. How pretty! I love the little bird accents overlooking your tablescape. And your shabby chic flower pots are gorgeous. Lovely!!

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  35. LOVE, LOVE YOUR TABLESCAPE! Sorry for yelling but I love Polka Dots~ ~Ahrisha~ ~

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  36. Melissa, This is wonderful! Love the color scheme and all the special accent pieces! And who can resist polka-dots! This is creative and beautiful! Love it! Susan

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