We are in the midst of summer fun here at Corner of Plaid and Paisley. Checkered tablecloths and polka dots just scream summer dining to me!
I am participating in our Summer Tablescape Blog Hop today! If you have been following along and came from Linda's wonderful Boho table - Welcome!! If you are just jumping in here - all of the links to the participating table stylist's blogs are at the end of my post!
You will find me hanging out on the deck most of the summer so it seemed like the perfect place to set my summer table. I moved all of our deck furniture down to the other end of the deck and set up a folding table. This table was much narrower than my kitchen table so I had to scale back my plans a bit to get everything to fit on to the width of the table.
The pergola above my deck is always a bit of a challenge taking photos out here since it casts so many shadows - but I could not resist since we had several beautiful days in a row with full sun and very little wind or humidity. It was gorgeous!!
This is the table looking the other way - that is my kitchen window - where I stand and wash the dishes!! It makes washing dishes not so bad.
A Summer would not be complete without eating on a red checked table in my book.
I have had these adorable little plates with ants spelling out the word "eat " for ages, I thought it was the perfect time for them to make an appearance! I framed them up with red, polkadot rimmed dinner plates and a plaid salad plate.
Using my checked napkins that matched the table cloth and doubling those up with red polka dot napkins, I cuffed them with some rattan button looped napkin rings.
My little moss bird house and some fun polka dot mushrooms made up a simple centerpiece.
With all of the polka dots around, even on the glasses - I thought a cute little ladybug themed favor would be perfect for each place setting. I stamped these leaves and ladybugs out with Stampin' Up!'s Hello Lady Bug Stamp set (available by clicking here!!) Then adorned the bags I filled with ladybug chocolates that I purchased at Home Goods.
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I hope you have a wonderful summer and may many ladybugs cross your path!
Ann, the lake as a backdrop for your table is stunning! I am so glad you chose your deck for your fun table. A red checked tablecloth sings summer for me. Your plate stack is perfect and the little plates with the ants spelling out ‘eat’ is too cute. I love your centerpiece with the polka dot mushrooms which add more whimsy to your table. You always have the most darling favors, the ladybugs make me smile. Wishing you a most wonderful summer!
ReplyDeleteI love those ladybugs! Such a cute idea to complement the polka dots. Great to find another stamper too!
ReplyDeleteOh, Ann, the view you have is stunning! Your cheery table is so inviting and the cute ladybug treats are adorable. Who wouldn't enjoy sitting at this table with this fabulous stack of dishes? Enjoy the summer!
ReplyDeleteAnn, this is a perfect summer view and location! What an adorable table setting with the red check cloth and polka dots. Those ant plates are super cute, and the ladybug embellishments with the chocolates a great takeaway. Your pergola is doing its job if the shadows are cast, and certainly doesn't bother me in the photos - it's working! Gorgeous view, and I'd even help with the dishes if I were invited to join you. Please and thank you for such a fun summer setting.
ReplyDeleteAnn, your summer is a delight for our eyes. The red check cloth and polka dots is lovely and so you. Love those "Eat" plates a perfect addition to your woven placemats and napkin rings. How super cute those lady bug chocolates are. You always create the cutest party favors. The lake backdrop is gorgeous. I can see why you would spend time out there. Always a pleasure hopping along with you. Happy summer Ann.
ReplyDeleteHow cute and fun Ann! The red and white dots and plaids do sing summertime! The ant plates are so fun and perfect for outdoor dining. Love the straw mats and napkin rings, and the ladybug chocolates with your signature creative Stampin Up card make such a special party favor! Your centerpiece is super creative and looks so great with your plate stacks. I always leave your tables with a big smile, I love it all!
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Plaids, polka dots, and picnics ~ what a winning combination! Ann, your water view setting is perfect for alfresco dining. Enjoy your summer.
ReplyDeleteAnn, this is such a cheerful and fun table you have set. I love all the patterns that you chose from the checked tablecloth to the polka dot plates and napkins, and the plaid salads. The ant plates are so cute and the centerpiece is adorable - love the mushrooms. And what a stunning view of the lake you have from your table. Delightful, all of it. It was fun hopping with you and have a great summer!
ReplyDeleteAnn, Your table is darling! I love the combination of checks and polka dots in the cheery picnic-red. The ‘eat’ plates with ants are adorable, as well as those polka dot capped mushrooms and sweet lady bugs! You always do the cutest Stampin' Up! table favors. Our kitchen sink faces our lake too, but I’m fortunate to have a dish-washing hubby. 😊 As always, it’s a treat to join you at the table and hop with you, Happy Summer! ♥
ReplyDeleteOh, Ann....what a beautiful view! So what if there are a few shadows due to the pergola! I also like that at your picnics you welcome ants and ladybugs. So cute! I also like the traditional red and white checked linens. My very favorite is your centerpiece with the red and white mushrooms and moss. I love it! The woven placemats lend the perfect texture opposite the soft moss. I hope you have a happy summer!
ReplyDeleteA bright and cheery picnic on the deck in the summer sunshine? It doesn't get much better than this! Such cute plates (even though they have ants, lol), a charming centerpiece and patterns galore are perfect for enjoying your time on the deck. The view is an added bonus.
ReplyDeleteps. The pergola's shadows make the sunshine even beighter!
Hi Ann, I so agree.....summer cannot end without eating at a red and white gingham table. I love how you combined so many playful red and white patterns and pieces to make this whimsical tablescape. The red and white mushrooms among the moss is the perfect centerpiece. Perfect when you see little black ants spelling out "eat" on the plates. It is the perfect picnic outdoors and officially announces summer to me. Your deck and the lake as a backdrop is such a lovely setting to enjoy a festive time. And the ladybug chocolate gift bags are such a memorable touch. What a sweet way to start the summer.
ReplyDeleteAnn, I am a huge fan of mushrooms AND polka dots so I am smitten with your whimsical table--pinned!
ReplyDeleteEeeekkkk! Ann, I LOVE your table!! The red is so cheerful and fun, absolutely charming for your lakeside setting! And the ladybugs are the PERFECT addition!!!! Every detail from your placesetting to your centerpiece is so sweet. Just beautiful!!! So fun to party with you on this blog hop... Happy Summer! ❤️ Jennifer @ Celebrating Everyday Life ❤️
ReplyDeleteAnn I always look forward to your table settings because not only are they unique, your party favors are so darn stinkin' cute!! 😍 Your lake view is lovely and I have a pergola too so I feel your photo concern but you pulled it off beautifully. I like the centerpiece of mushrooms and the ants on the dessert plates. Actually your plate stack is adorable mixing up the dots and plaids. I couldn't see your table covering being anything but red and white gingham. Perfect my friend. It is always a priviledge to hop with you. Enjoy your Summer, you have no need to go anywhere else...you have it all.
ReplyDeleteHow pretty your table is and such a fabulous lakeside view. I agree, a red-checked tablecloth screams summer! Your plate stack is delightful and your table is such a happy one.Very inviting.Very cute centerpiece of red and white mushrooms among the moss.
ReplyDeleteI'm afraid with your view I would not get any work done. Have a wonderful summer.
Ann, your table on the deck is so fun. The combination of red is different patterns is so cheerful. Who wouldn’t love to set a table on the deck and enjoy a lovely summer meal!
ReplyDeleteOh Ann! I love your table. It is the quintessential summer table in my opinion! The red check tablecloth paired with the polka dot napkins is a perfect pairing! Love the lady bugs, and your centrepiece is adorable!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful blog
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